Mt Kailash Tours

Short Itinerary A

If open Charan Sparsh in 2026, follow this itinerary

20 May 2026 Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu before 10:00AM and
transfer to hotel, check in, 3:00 PM briefing, evening Aarti Puja
21 May 2026 Day 02: Holy Sightseeing Kailashnath, Doleshwor
and Boudhanath monastery, Saktipeeth Guhjeswari, back hotel
22 May 2026 Day 03: Rudrabhishek and visiting in Jal Narayan
23 May 2026 Day 4: Starts, drive to Trisuli Bazaar & Syabrubesi
OR
23 May 2026 Day 4: Starting, drive to Trisuli and Ghatte Khola
24 May 2026 Day 05: Cross Tibet boarder, drive Kerung valley
25 May 2026 Day 06: Drive to Saga Bazaar and overnight in Saga
26 May 2026 Day 07: Drive Saga to New Donga 160 K.M, 3hrs.
27 May 2026 Day 08: Drive Hor & Manasarovar drive to Darchen
28 May 2026 Day 09: Drive to Yam Dwar & walking to Dirapuk
29 May 2026 Day 10: Climb up Charan Sparsh5km, back hotel
30 May 2026 Day 11: Starting walking to Zuthulpuk kora 3nd day
31 May 2026 Day 12: Walking to Chongdo & drive to Darchen
and Mansarovar Lake and start Hindu rituals by Nepali Pandit
Full moon night in Manasarovar Lake
01 June 2026 Day 13: Drive Dongba & Prayang, finally in Saga
02 June 2026 Day 14: Drive to Kerung Bazaar & stay overnight
03 June 2026 Day 15: drive to Nepal-Tibet boarder, Conti KTM
04 June 2026 Day 16: Transfer Kathmandu airport for departure

Itinerary B

If not open Charan Sparsh, follow this itinerary

20 May 2026 Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu before 10:00 AM and
transfer to hotel, check in, 3:00 PM briefing, evening Aarti Puja
21 May 2026 Day 02: Holy Sightseeing Kailashnath, Doleshwor
and Boudhanath monastery, Saktipeeth Guhjeswari, back hotel
22 May 2026 Day 02: Holy Sightseeing Kailashnath, Doleshwor
Buddha Nath stupa & visit for Saktipeeth Guhjeswari Darshan
23 May 2026 Day 4: Start, drive to Trisuli Bazaar & Syabrubesi
OR
23 May 2026 Day 4: Starting, drive to Trisuli and Ghatte Khola
24 May 2026 Day 05: Cross Tibet boarder & drive Kerung valley
25 May 2026 Day 06: Drive to Saga Bazaar and overnight Saga
26 May 2026 Day 07: Drive Saga to New Donga 160 K.M, 3hrs.
27 May 2026 Day 08: Drive Hor and Manasarovar drive to Darchen
28 May 2026 Day 09: Drive to Yam Dwar and walking to Dirapuk
29 May 2026 Day 10: Starting walking to Zuthulpuk-kora 2nd day
30 May 2026 Day 11: Walking to Chongdo and drive to Darchen
Check in hotel, drive to Astapad, Explore Kailash south face and
Mount Nandi & back to Darchen, stay overnight stay in Darchen
31 May 2026 Day 12: Drive to Mansarovar and start Hindu ritual
Full moon night in Manasarovar Lake
01 June 2026 Day 13: Drive Dongba, Prayang, finally reach Saga
02 June 2026 Day 14: Drive to Kerung Bazaar and stay overnight
03 June 2026 Day 15: drive to Nepal - Tibet boarder, Conti KTM
04 June 2026 Day 16: Transfer Kathmandu airport final departure

29 May 2026 Day 12: Itinerary A; Visiting Charan Sparsh & touching Kailash is our first priority. Currently, Charan Sparsh is closed; however, it may reopen in 2026. If not, let's explore the Astapad.

30 May 2026 Day 12: itinerary B; Explore the south face of Mount Kailash and the Nandi Parvat (Nandi Mountain), Astapad is an optional activity.

Mount Kailash Tour - Itinerary

20 May 2026 (Wednesday) Day 01: Your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu will be welcomed by our staff before 10:00 AM or before and escorted to your hotel. The tour briefing for Kailash Manasarovar will take place in the afternoon at 3:00 PM Diamox medicine, a duffel bag, and a small day bag will be provided. We enjoy an evening Aarati Darshan at Pashupatinath temple, as well as the Aarati holy dance on the banks of the holy river Baghmati in front of the temple.

Pashupatinath Temple: Lord Shiva is worshipped at Pashupatinath Temple, one of the four most important Shiva shrines in Asia. Pashupati is known not only for being the incarnation of Lord Shiva, but also as the lord of all creatures. This pagoda was constructed with a golden spire, two copper roofs, silver corners, and hand-carved wood carvings. There is a golden statue of Nandi (Shiva's bull) guarding the inner area of the main temple. Pashupatinath Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Two Arati are performed every evening at the Pashupatinath temple. There are two types of aartis performed: one inside the temple and one outside the temple during the Bagmati Ganga Aarti.

Pashupatinath Temple Inner Aarti: During the evening Aarati ritual at the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, the specific time varies by season. Following the Evening Aarati ritual is Bagmati Ganga Aarati. During this enchanting ceremony, priests sing hymns, chant, and offer lights to Lord Shiva, creating a spiritual and cultural experience that will be treasured for a lifetime. The inside of the Aarati is only for Hindu devotees. As one of the holiest Hindu shrines in the world, the temple is regarded as one of the most sacred places in the world.

The Bagmati Ganga Aarti: Kathmandu's Pashupatinath Temple performs Bagmati Ganga Aarti nightly after the Inner Aarati as part of its Hindu religious rituals. As priests perform the ritual on the banks of Bagmati River, devotees listen to rhythmic chanting, sacred offerings, and the movement of large oil lamps to the accompaniment of traditional instruments. During the ritual, participants and observers are at peace, creating a spiritual atmosphere. Non-Hindus are not allowed into the main shrine courtyard, but they may view the riverside Bagmati Ganga Aarti.

21 May 2026 (Thursday) Day 02: As mentioned in the following itinerary, after breakfast we will begin our full-guided holy sightseeing in Kathmandu valley. One of the tallest Shiva temples in Nepal is Kailashnath Mahadev Statue. After the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue in Bali, Indonesia, it is the second tallest Hindu deity. The Kailash Nath Shiva statue is located in Sanga, Nepal, about 20 km from Kathmandu. These 144 foot / 44-meters-high statues was constructed using copper, zinc, cement, and steel. After Saga, visit Doleshwor Mahadev temple for Darshan.

Visit Doleshwor: For Shiva devotees, a trip to Kailash is incomplete without visiting Doleshwor Mahadev and Pashupatinath temples in Kathmandu. Kedarnath, one of the Char Dham Yatra was officially declared the head of the Char Dham Yatra on Aug. 22, 2009. In 2013, after the devastating flood hit Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand, regular prayers were conducted in Doleshwor Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal. Kedarnath Temple's head priest requested regular prayers to be held in Doleshwor Mahadev Temple instead of Kedarnath Temple.

Buddhist Temple Boudhanath Stupa: World heritage site recognized by UNESCO. Buddhism is a pilgrimage destination for Tibetans because of its enormous stupa. Visit nearby monasteries and schools for prayers and seminars and stroll around the gleaming white dome adorned with painted Buddha eyes. Nepal's Boudhanath stupa is located in Kathmandu. This stupa is one of Nepal's largest spherical stupas, located about 10km from Kathmandu's center and northeastern outskirts. You can visit Swayambhu Nath if time permits or see the Buddha Stupa dominating the skyline. Swayambhu Nath is a little hillock northwest of Kathmandu city where you can find peace and pray. Since the 1970s, visitors who found the name tongue-twister have called it "Monkey Temple." There is a panoramic view of the city from Swayambhu Nath, which overlooks most of the valley. With Hindu temples and deities incorporated in this Buddhist site, the stupa has stood for centuries as a symbol of faith and harmony. Here is said to be the beginning of the glory of Kathmandu Valley.

Visit Guhjeswari: There are eight mother goddesses in the Astha Matrikas (Eight Mother Goddesses). Among them is Guhyeshori Shakti Pith temple. According to the Hindu legend Pauranik Katha. When Shiva's first consort SATI DEVI was insulted by her husband, she dropped herself into YAGYAAKUND (a religious fire ceremony). His corpse was burned senseless by grief when Shiva retrieved her and flew from Nepal to India. In the area where SATI DEVI's body lies, 51 Shakti Piths can be found. We call Guhyeshori the place where her secret part (GOPYA) vagina fell to, which we call Guhyeshori. We return to the hotel for a vegetarian buffet lunch, and she protects the deities of the Kathmandu Valley as well.

22 May 2026 (Friday) Day 03: Kailash pilgrims are taken to Pashupatinath temple for Rudrabhishek, Hawan, and Aarati early in the morning. Seven or eleven Brahmin priests prepare the fire offering Hawan in the pavilion (mandap) and perform Sankalpa Pooja, followed by Swasti Vachan (preaching), Nyas, Rudra preaching, and Mahamritunjaya Pooja (death victory). 'Rudra', meaning 'Fearful Lord Shiva', is derived from Rudrabhishek, Rudranti Iti Rudri and Rudhiryoge Metal. The meaning is that people on this Earth are suffering from pain, violence, and greed, and that we sing religious hymns in praise of God Shiva to help them escape from these miseries and to attain justice, good health, prosperity, peace, and salvation.

Rudrabhishek in Pashupatinath During Rudrabhishek rituals, Shiva Linga is bathed in holy substances such as milk, honey, and water while Vedic mantras are chanted. By taking part in this auspicious ceremony, you will be able to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva, remove negative energies and obstacles, as well as promote prosperity, health and spiritual peace as well as successful Kailash Manasarovar Yatra.

Hawan (Homa): Hawan is an ancient Vedic fire ritual in Hinduism that involves offering ghee, grains and herbs in a sacred fire to invoke divine blessings. An important aspect of this ritual is the use of fire as a symbol of the burning of impurities and illumination of the soul. It fosters a connection between humans and the divine. During the Rudrabhishek and Hawan rituals in Pashupatinath temple compound, 07 or 11 brahman priests performs the act of divination. Kailash Mansarovar groups are organized by Monterosa Treks and Expeditions to perform Rudrabhishek and Hawan at the Pashupatinath Temple Kathmandu and Manasarovar Lake Tibet, China.

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Rudri is done for peace of mind. Pilgrims spend the first day of their Kailash tour visiting Pashupatinath and worshipping there. Devotees are said to receive good merits for worshiping Lord Pashupatinath and performing Aarati. As a result, the Kailash Tour is considered complete only after a holy visit to Pashupatinath. One of the most important pilgrimage sites is Kailash Manasarovar. In addition to Jyothirlinga and Shiva temples, Kailash is a place of pilgrimage. Humans are superior to Soul, Sages are superior to Humans, Gods are superior to sages, and Lord Shiva is superior to Gods even, and Kailash is the dwelling place of the supreme Lord Shiva. As a result, no pilgrimage would be complete without a visit to Kailash. A popular religious custom is to wish for a successful Kailash Tour by performing Rudra (Shiva's idol) Consecration and fire offering (Hawan) to Lord Pashupatinath, which takes 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Every day, Bhatta pujari performs Panchamrit Pooja at Pashupatinath temple after Rudra Abhishek. It is a payable Pooja at the temple, with a Pooja Thali, milk, Rudrashas mala, flower garland and a lamp. Priest receives it from devotee. In offering Panchamrit Pooja for load, Pashupatinath fulfills all the desires for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra / tour. Prasad and Rudrashas mala are given at the end of the ceremony. Hindu devotees are the only ones who can perform this, Pooja. It is forbidden for other religions to enter the main gates.

Budhanilkantha: (Jal Narayan) Budhanilkantha (Jal Narayan) Vishnu Temple located in Budhanilkantha, Nepal, is a Hindu open-air temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. At the northern end of Kathmandu valley, Budhanilkantha Temple can be identified by a large reclining statue of Lord Vishnu below the Shivpuri Hill. Budhanilkantha depicts Vishnu floating as if he were a giant astronaut on a bed of snakes in the middle of a big pool of water. As the name implies, Budhanilkantha means "mud disguised blue throat" and has nothing to do with Buddha. The peculiar name refers to two legends attached to the statue, one of them saying that a farmer found the long-lost statue in the mud when working his field with a plough and the other saying that Vishnu sacrificed himself by drinking the poison of the cosmic ocean, which then turned his throat blue.

23 May 2026 (Saturday) Day 04: It is the first day of Yatra today. In a private tourist coach, we travel 152 km from Kathmandu to Ghatte Khola (Nepal) and then to Nepal Tibet border. From Kathmandu, Ghatte Khola is a 6- to 7-hour drive by Jeep. On the way, we will stop for lunch at Trisuli Bazaar. For tourists and Kailash Yatri Ghatte Khola offers standard hotels and lodges with Nepali and Indian cuisine.

24 May 2026 (Sunday) Day 05: The next destination on our itinerary is the Kerung valley in Tibet. The Nepal immigration office at Ghatte Khola will check our entire visa and passport. Upon completing immigration formalities, we drive or walk for 15 minutes to Rasuwagadhi bridge and then cross the friendship bridge to Nepal Tibet. The Tibetan immigration office will check each visa individually. Upon completion of immigration formalities, our Tibet guide will issue you a travel permit for the Kailash Manasarovar tour/Yatra. All immigration formalities will be handled for you by him. You will be taken to the Kerung valley by Tibetan bus / Mini bus. There are numerous hotels of tourist standards in Kerung valley, a Tibetan settlement with fine accommodations.

25 May 2026 (Monday) Day 06: We drive from Kerung to Saga on this day. It takes 5-6 hours to drive through Salt Lake and past Tibetan landscapes and nomadic communities. On the way, a warm lunch box will be served. The Yarlung Sangpo (Brahmaputra) River will eventually be crossed before reaching Saga. In Saga, we have dinner and spend the night.

26 May 2026 (Tuesday) Day 07: On a Kailash Mansarovar Yatra itinerary, a popular pilgrimage route, the Saga to New Dongba journey passes through the Tibetan region. The drive to Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar is an important part of the journey. The distance between Saga and New Dongba is about 160 km, with a drive time of about three hours. There is a diverse terrain, with views of the Himalayas and the Brahmaputra River as well as vast, barren Tibetan landscapes.

27 May 2026 (Wednesday) Day 08: It will take 8 to 10 hours' drive from Saga to Manasarovar Lake and Darchen, it is total 390 KM distance. During this day, we travel about 390 kilometers in about 8-10 hours. By afternoon, you can see Holy Kailash Parvat and Manasarovar Lake for the first time from Hor. Approximately 2-3 hours after lunch, the rotation or kora of Manasarovar Lake will be completed. You will pass through various monasteries before stopping at Chiu Gompa (Monastery) while staying Manasarovar Lake and drive to Darchen for overnight.

Holy Lake Manasarovar information: Located at an elevation of 4850meters above sea level, Manasarovar Lake is also known as Brahma's Lake or Mapam Yumtso Lake. "Manas" means mind or consciousness, and "Sarovar" means lake. Among Hindus and Buddhists, it holds deep spiritual significance and broad religious values. An individual is believed to be purified from sins and sick by making a round of the Lake and taking a holy bath in it. Hindu scriptures mention this lake as a must-visit place for anyone seeking salvation - the highest level of achievement. It looks very charming when the waves of the Lake cascade in the wind.

As described in Ramayana, a person who bathes in the pure water of Manasarovar Lake after death will immediately enter heaven. Similarly, it is written that whoever drinks the water of this lake can recognize Shiva's palace, Shivalok. In the north of Manasarovar Lake, Kailash Parbat is located about 58 kilometers away. The Brahmaputra River flows eastward from Manasarovar Lake. At least once in their lifetime, most people want to visit Kailash Parbat and Manasarovar Lake. Between 2 AM and 4 AM on full moon nights, people are generally believed to have the opportunity to see or visit God Shiva and Goddess Parvati bathing in Manasarovar Lake. But every night, Parvati comes from Kailash to bathe in Manasarovar. Every night, especially during full moons, the stars appear as God bathing in Manasarovar or falling in the water. Pilgrims who stay at this place at night are said to be able to watch God and live there. Hindu religious books mention that all Hindus must visit this lake at least once in their lifetimes as it covers a large area that is pure.

The Khojarnath temple: The sacred holy Lake Mansarovar is located 85 kilometers south of Khojarnath temple, a small Tibetan village. During the Treta Yuga on their pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar, Lord Rama, Sita Mata, and Lakshmana spent a night at this location. Khojarnath village is known for its Ram Sita Laxman temple, which was built in 7th century. Here you can see inside of temple statues of Lord Rama, Sita Mata, and Lakshmana. The temple is made in the Tibetan pagoda style, and Tibetan Lama pujaris perform pooja every day at the temple. In Tibet Autonomous Region, the temple is located about 170-kilometers away by car. It takes about four hours to drive there.

Rakshasas Tal (Demon King Ravana Lake) Sarovar: Based on Hindu tradition, this lake is named after it. It is believed by Hindus that the dark water hides carnivorous monsters. According to this belief, people avoided this lake, believing it to be a symbol of darkness and destruction. There is a traditional religious story that the water of this lake is poisonous & deadly. As a result, a tunnel was built from Manasarovar to replace the poisonous water of this Lake.

Holy Hot Springs Place of Traditions: At the bottom of Chiu Monastery, an ancient monastery near Lake Manasarovar, you can find natural hot springs. The sacred lake at Chiu Gompa, as well as the water believed to be healing, offer ritualistic baths and spiritual renewal. Manasarovar has a small bathhouse where you can take natural hot water baths, which is now protected by Tibetans.

There is a golden fish in this lake and the water is pure. It was later discovered that this fish was still alive. People's negative attitude towards the lake changed after it and they started going nearer to it, but still don't drink its water. In Hindu mythology, Ravana meditated in this lake during the Treta Yug, making Lord Shiva happy. In the west of Manasarovar Lake lies Rakshas Lake. It is located at an altitude of 4,540 meters above sea level. Birds abound in Manasarovar Lake, including ducks, but there are none in Rakshas Lake.

Mount Kailash: Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism are said to have originated in this part of the world. The holy books such as Ramayana and Mahabharata glorify Kailash Parbat. A civilization without a description of Kailash Parbat is incomplete, according to ancient Asian stories. It is located in Tibet and is known as Kailash Parbat. There is a lack of satisfactory scientific research in this region. The religious Parbat stretches from the Brahmaputra in the east to the Karakoram in the west. According to Buddhist and Shaiba literature, Kailash is the center of the world, being the center of Sumeru. Hindus believe it to be the residence of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati. In the name of Kang Rinpoche, Buddhists. Revere it. Kailash and Manasarovar are considered great natural Mandalas by Buddhists. For them, the Mandala represents respect and salvation. This isolated peak is worshipped by Jains as Astpada. This is the same place where the founding father of this religion, Rishavadev, received spiritual salvation.

Various logics can be used to claim that this Parbat is sacred. The isolated Parbat is also the source of the Brahmaputra, Sutlej, Indus, and Karnali rivers. The total periphery of Mount Kailash is 53 km and pilgrims should walk 38 km within 3 days and if add Charan Sparsh (Touch Kailash) tour then it will be 4 days' kora. Hindu mythology states that a person who moves around Kailash Parbat will be free from all sins committed during their lifetime. Nirvana is directly achieved if they move round the Parbat 108 times. A person who moves Nandi once gets a return equivalent to moving around the Kailash 13 times. It is believed that Kailash Parvat is the form of Lord Shiva, and that the water flowing from its snowy tip is the holy river Ganges. A beautiful view of Mount Kailash can be had from this monastery's side. The Mount Kailash can be seen between Mount Manjushree at the right and Mount Bajrapani at the left when viewed from Dirapuk. Rakshas Lake is formed when Ganges, which originated from Mount Kailash, meets Lachhu River. The Kailash Himalayan Ranges from rivers that flow into Rakshas Lake. Karnali River flows out of Rakshas Lake junction. Water from Rakshas Lake escapes through Karnali River, but water from Manasarovar is stored in Lake Manasarovar.

Yam Dwar in Kailash: Yam Dwar is believed to be a spiritual portal that can replace worldly worries with spiritual ones. Yam Dwar is the gateway to the God of Death and begins the sacred circumambulation of Mount Kailash. The spiritual significance of Mount Kailash cannot be overstated. Mount Kailash is the starting point for parikrama (circumambulation) of pilgrims embarking on a spiritual journey of purification and enlightenment.

28 May 2026 (Thursday) Day 09: Drive to Yam Dwar (the Gate of Death) after breakfast. Yam Dwar is the starting point for your trek around Mt. Kailash. Yam Dwar is the starting point for your walking trek around Mt. Kailash. For those who are unable to walk, you can hire a pony and local porter for 3 days, but you must inform us while at Manasarovar Lake. After about five to six hours of trekking, we will arrive at Dirapuk. You can see the north face of Mt. Kailash much closer from Dirapuk. The place seems to be occupied by Lord Shiva himself. Dirapuk mud house overnight stay.

If re-open Charan Sparsh: In order to reach Mount Kailash, known as Charan Sparsh, pilgrims walk five kilometers (4 hours) from Dirapuk. It is an experience that makes them feel blessed by Lord Shiva when they touch the base of Kailash Mountain. The experience of touching Kailash Mountain's base makes them feel blessed by Lord Shiva. A "Charan" is a word that means "feet" and a "Sparsh" is a word that means "touch". Touching one's feet is the meaning of these two words together.

Kailash Parbat has been touched since time immemorial by many people. The principles of "Charan Sparsh" are based on science. People believe that when the human body releases vibrations that touch the feet, energy, blessings, happiness, and success will flow. A healthy energy exchange gives vigor, self-confidence, and contentment. It was closed in August 2024 because of accidents at Charan Sparsh and Touch Kailash. We will keep the program 2026, but we don't know whether Charan Spars will reopen.

GANESH KUND (SAROVAR): There is a holy Ganesh Kund located about 45 minutes before reaching Dolma La Pass 5636m. (Kailash circuit). It takes 15 minutes to walk to the walking trail. Kund resembles Lord Ganesh's bathing place where he bathes.

GAURI KUND: THE LEGEND: According to the legend of Shiva Purana, Hinduism follows Sanatana Dharma and there is a story about Gauri Kund. According to the Puran, Kailash Yatri is purified by Gauri Sarovar, which purifies his mind, body, and speech. Therefore, almost all Yatri of Kailash Manasarovar tours include their tour program. Goddess Parvati Mata bathed in this Gauri Kund where Gauri Mata resuscitated a picture of her beloved son Ganesh made from a cleaning agent frothing on her body. As Ganesh Jee stood on the path to prevent unknown from entering her holy deep, Lord Shiva appeared on Mount Kailash but Ganesh Jee didn't recognize him. When Lord Shiva became furious and cut off the kid's head, Mata Parvati was devastated by the sight and requested that Lord Shiva restore the child's life, so Parvati got her son back. Kailash Yatri is not the only one fascinated by this real story.

VISITING GAURI KUND: ITS MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE: Many Kailash Yatri visit this holy Kund during their Parikrama or Kora to purify their minds, bodies, and speech. To have peace in heaven, they offer TARPANA and Jaal (holy water) to their ancestors. Their homes are filled with holy water brought from the Kund.

WHERE IS THE GAURI KUND LOCATED? It is located at 5608m., above sea level, after crossing steep descents of Dolma La pass, the highest pass during Kailash Manasarovar Yatra tour, but the path for walking has not yet been constructed.

29 May 2026 (Friday) Day 10: The distance between Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk is 4790 meters - 22 kilometers. On this day, we will pass through Dolma La or Dorma La Pass, which is 5636 meters high from sea level. Due to an impending snowstorm, the weather is unpredictable, so we should begin our journey as soon as possible. After the pass, we need to descend steeply to Shapje Datok and then onto Zuthulpuk monastery as flat walking. Once again, we will stay in a mud house or guest house for the night.

30 May 2026 (Saturday) Day 11: On the last day of Kailash Kora, we walk about three hours to Chongdo, then drive to Darchen. Check in 4-star hotel for overnight. Addition tour, after lunch and drive to Serlung Gompa walk for about 10 minutes to ASTAPADA and holy explore, have a Darshan of lord Kailashnath of South Face and Nandi Parvat. There is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery called Serlung Gompa, which is located on the hill and this hill is called ASTAPAD it is revered by both Jains and Buddhists as a sacred site.

"The mountain hill of the eight steps" is also known as Astapad. The nearby sacred site of Astapad is located at the foot of South face of Mount Kailash, in a mountain amphitheater. According to Jain mythology, Astapad is the place where the first Jain Tirthankara attained nirvana. You can see the Mount Kailash's south face as well as Nandi Parvat from Astapad, a mountain amphitheater at the base of Mount Kailash. Additionally, Nandi Parvat, which lies near Mount Kailash, is visible from Astapad. Astapad is located about 5 kilometers away from Darchen.

31 May 2026 (Sunday) Day 12: After breakfast or sometimes without breakfast, drive to Manasarovar starting from Darchen. Most likely, "Mansarovar circle" refers to Hinduism's, Buddhism's, Jainism's, and Bonpo's practices concerning the circumambulation of Lake Mansarovar. As part of the Kailash Manasarovar tour, reach Chiu Monastery at the bottom of the lake, which is where Hindu rituals begin for the Manasarovar Lake. During the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, Nepali Pandits perform Rudrabhishek, Hawan and Aarti pooja at Manasarovar Lake. In order to purify oneself and gain Lord Shiva's blessings, one prays, chants Shiva mantras, and performs rituals like Tarpan (offering holy water). It is considered highly auspicious and spiritually potent to visit Lake Manasarovar during a full moon night. In addition to enhancing the lake's spiritual energy, the reflection of the full moon on its surface is believed to offer pilgrims and visitors a powerful and sacred experience. Our journey begins in Darchen, where we arrive at the holy Lake Manasarovar and stay at the Chiu Gompa, check into the guesthouse.

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Holy Lake Manasarovar: You can stay overnight at the Chiu monastery below in one of the guest houses or in one of the mud houses. A sacred Tibetan Buddhist monastery overlooking Lake Manasarovar, Chiu Gompa (or Chiu Monastery) is situated on a steep, rocky outcrop. The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra passes through this ancient meditation cave built by Guru Rinpoche. There are stunning views of Mount Gurla Mandata and Mount Kailash surrounding the Monastery, which is located just 500 meters away from Manasarovar Lake.

The lake has been closed to empty and deep bathing since 2018, but pilgrims can wash their hands in it as well as Sparsh. Water from Manasarovar Lake is brought by our company's workers inside the tents, where it is heated by cooking and mixed with cold water for bathing. Everybody can do bathing Separately tent Male and Female. After bathing each Yatri, a Nepali Brahman performs Rudrabhishek, Havan, and Aarti with Pushpanjali. Also, every pilgrim or family traveling to Kailash Manasarovar is offered Rudrabhishek, Havan, Aarti and Pushpanjali on the full moon evening day or the next day May to September every year.

Rudrabhishek in Manasarovar: It is a day of auspicious rituals when one or two Nepali Braman Pandits perform Rudrabhishek rituals and perform Hawan in Manasarovar on the evening before the full moon day.

In order to be relieved of their sins, some are meditating and others are reciting the names of their ancestral gods, performing the Hawan (offering grains mixed with butter to Pooja and Aarati (butter lamps) are completed and they exchange happiness. Full Moon Night in Manasarovar

01 June 2026 (Monday) Day 13: Drive from Manasarovar to Dongba, Prayang and finally arrive Saga and overnight stay here.

02 June 2026 (Tuesday) Day 14: It takes 5 hours to drive from Saga to Kerung valley. My last night at Kerung in Tibet will be last night.

03 June 2026 (Wednesday) Day 15: Kerung to Kathmandu: After breakfast, we drive to Rasuwagadhi to cross the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge. Having completed customs and immigration formalities on both Tibet and Nepal sides, we continue our drive to Kathmandu for about six or seven hours. On the way back to Kathmandu, you will have lunch. You will be dropped off at your hotel in Kathmandu.

04 June 2026 (Thursday) Day 16 After checking out of the hotel, we are taken to the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure.