Overview
Ashtapad Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
Ashtapad Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a deeply spiritual and unforgettable pilgrimage that takes devotees through the sacred landscapes of Nepal and Tibet, offering a rare opportunity to experience the divine presence of Mount Kailash and the holy Manasarovar Lake. The journey begins from Lucknow and continues through Nepalgunj and Simikot before entering Tibet via Hilsa and Taklakot. After acclimatization, pilgrims travel to the sacred Manasarovar Lake, perform puja and rituals, and witness the magnificent views of Mount Kailash and Gurla Mandhata. The highlight of the journey is the three-day Kailash Parikrama, beginning from Yama Dwar and passing through Dirapuk, the challenging Dolma La Pass at 5,700 metres, and Zuthulpuk before returning to Darchen. Along the way, devotees experience breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, sacred sites such as Gaurikund, and the spiritually significant Ashtapad region. This 8 Nights / 9 Days pilgrimage combines devotion, adventure, breathtaking mountain scenery, and profound spiritual experiences, making it a truly memorable journey to one of the most revered destinations in the world.
Itinerary
*Your journey begins with a pickup from Lucknow, followed by a comfortable drive to Nepalgunj.
* On arrival, check in at your hotel and relax.
* Depending on the situation, you may continue your journey to Surkhet (approximately 2 hours) and stay overnight there.
* Meals: Dinner at the hotel
* Overnight: Hotel Sneha or Similar
* On arrival, check in at your hotel and relax.
* Depending on the situation, you may continue your journey to Surkhet (approximately 2 hours) and stay overnight there.
* Meals: Dinner at the hotel
* Overnight: Hotel Sneha or Similar
* Early morning flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot (approximately 1 hour).
* Upon arrival, spend the day at Simikot for rest and acclimatization.
* Enjoy the scenic beauty and peaceful surroundings of this mountain town.
* Meals: Breakfast at Nepalgunj/Simikot, Lunch at Hilsa, Dinner at Taklakot
* Overnight: Hotel New Potala Palace or Similar
* Upon arrival, spend the day at Simikot for rest and acclimatization.
* Enjoy the scenic beauty and peaceful surroundings of this mountain town.
* Meals: Breakfast at Nepalgunj/Simikot, Lunch at Hilsa, Dinner at Taklakot
* Overnight: Hotel New Potala Palace or Similar
* In the morning, take a helicopter ride to Hilsa (approximately 20 minutes – luggage limit: 12 kg). On arrival, wait for other group members as entry into Tibet is allowed only for the entire group together under a group visa.
* In the afternoon, drive from Hilsa to Taklakot (27 km) via the Purang border.
* The route includes up to three checkpoints, where security procedures may take around an hour at each stop.
* Upon reaching Taklakot, check in to your hotel and relax for the night.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Hotel Himalaya, New Purang, Riverside, or Similar
* In the afternoon, drive from Hilsa to Taklakot (27 km) via the Purang border.
* The route includes up to three checkpoints, where security procedures may take around an hour at each stop.
* Upon reaching Taklakot, check in to your hotel and relax for the night.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Hotel Himalaya, New Purang, Riverside, or Similar
* Spend the entire day at Taklakot for acclimatization to the high altitude.
* Relax and prepare for the upcoming journey to Kailash.
* You may explore the nearby market or simply rest at the hotel.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Hotel Himalaya, New Purang, Riverside, or Similar
* Relax and prepare for the upcoming journey to Kailash.
* You may explore the nearby market or simply rest at the hotel.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Hotel Himalaya, New Purang, Riverside, or Similar
* After breakfast, begin your drive towards Manasarovar Lake (approximately 95 km).
* En route, pass through the first checkpoint. After driving 70 km from Taklakot, you’ll arrive at the stunning Rakshas Tal, from where you can witness the majestic Gurla Mandhata Parvat and get your first view of Mount Kailash and Manasarovar Lake.
* Continue your journey from Rakshas Tal to Manasarovar Lake (25 km).
* Upon arrival, begin the Parikrama (circumambulation) of Manasarovar Lake by bus (approximately 90 km / 3 hours) and perform Puja and rituals by the sacred lake.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Manasarovar Lake Side Mud House
* En route, pass through the first checkpoint. After driving 70 km from Taklakot, you’ll arrive at the stunning Rakshas Tal, from where you can witness the majestic Gurla Mandhata Parvat and get your first view of Mount Kailash and Manasarovar Lake.
* Continue your journey from Rakshas Tal to Manasarovar Lake (25 km).
* Upon arrival, begin the Parikrama (circumambulation) of Manasarovar Lake by bus (approximately 90 km / 3 hours) and perform Puja and rituals by the sacred lake.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Manasarovar Lake Side Mud House
* After breakfast, drive to Darchen (35 km – approximately 1 hour) and then proceed to Yama Dwar (8 km), the starting point of the Kailash Kora (Parikrama).
* From here, begin your trek to Dirapuk (14 km), which offers breathtaking views of the North Face of Mount Kailash. Devotees can perform Charan Sparsha (touching the feet of Mt. Kailash) for blessings.
* Those who choose not to participate in the Parikrama can return to Darchen and stay there, awaiting the group’s return.
* Meals: Breakfast at Manasarovar, Lunch & Dinner during Parikrama
* strong>Note: If you are not doing Parikrama, you will stay at Darchen (4,650m).
* Overnight: Dormitory Guest House
* From here, begin your trek to Dirapuk (14 km), which offers breathtaking views of the North Face of Mount Kailash. Devotees can perform Charan Sparsha (touching the feet of Mt. Kailash) for blessings.
* Those who choose not to participate in the Parikrama can return to Darchen and stay there, awaiting the group’s return.
* Meals: Breakfast at Manasarovar, Lunch & Dinner during Parikrama
* strong>Note: If you are not doing Parikrama, you will stay at Darchen (4,650m).
* Overnight: Dormitory Guest House
* After breakfast, begin your challenging trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass (8 km). The 3 km ascent before Dolma La Pass is steep and demanding, so walk slowly and carefully. From the top of the Dolma La Pass, you can enjoy breathtaking mountain views, and during the descent (around 3 km), you’ll spot the sacred Gaurikund on your right.
* After walking for about 2–3 hours, you’ll reach Phedi for a short rest before continuing your trek to Zuthulpuk (12 km – approximately 6 hours).
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Note: Those not participating in the Parikrama will remain at Darchen (4,650m) and wait for the rest of the group to return.
* Overnight: Mud House at Zuthulpuk
* After walking for about 2–3 hours, you’ll reach Phedi for a short rest before continuing your trek to Zuthulpuk (12 km – approximately 6 hours).
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Note: Those not participating in the Parikrama will remain at Darchen (4,650m) and wait for the rest of the group to return.
* Overnight: Mud House at Zuthulpuk
* After breakfast, begin the final and relatively easy trek (8 km – about 3 hours) to reach the bus pick-up point.
* From there, drive to Darchen (3 km) and reunite with the group members who stayed behind.
* Later, continue your drive to Hilsa via Taklakot. Depending on the situation, a helicopter transfer to Simikot may also be arranged.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Guest House at Hilsa or Simikot
* From there, drive to Darchen (3 km) and reunite with the group members who stayed behind.
* Later, continue your drive to Hilsa via Taklakot. Depending on the situation, a helicopter transfer to Simikot may also be arranged.
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
* Overnight: Guest House at Hilsa or Simikot
* After breakfast, take a flight from Hilsa to Simikot, followed by a connecting flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj or Surkhet.
* Upon arrival, proceed with your drive back to Lucknow, marking the end of your sacred journey.
* Meals: Breakfast at Simikot
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* Upon arrival, proceed with your drive back to Lucknow, marking the end of your sacred journey.
* Meals: Breakfast at Simikot
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions | Exclusions |
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Accommodation as pe itinerary | Airfare / Train |
Daily Breakfast | Lunch & Dinner |
Sightseeing as per the itinerary. | China/Tibet visa & permit fees, |
Private AC Vehicle for Transfers & Sightseeing. | adventure Activities & Personal Expenses. |
Pickup & Drop from Delhi | Anything Not Mentioned Under Inclusions. |
Driver Allowance, Toll Tax & Parking. | Guide Charges. |
All Applicable Hotel Taxes. |
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Policy
- Neelam Holidays Journeys shall not be responsible for any delays or alterations in the program or indirectly incurred expenses in cases such as natural hazards, accidents, breakdown of machinery, weather conditions, landslides, political closure, or any untoward incidents.
- We do not provide any insurance policy to cover the expenditure on sickness or accidents or losses incurred due to theft or other reasons.
- Numerous factors such as weather and road conditions the physical ability of participants etc. may bring alteration in the itinerary. We reserve the right to make necessary changes in the schedule in the interest of safety, comfort, and general well-being!