Kailash and Manasarovar Journey
Travel across western Tibet to Manasarovar and complete the Kailash kora on a programme arranged around current access.
17 daysWestern Tibet and Kailash
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Kailash and Manasarovar Overland
An extended overland approach to Lake Manasarovar and the Kailash kora, with the operating route agreed before booking.
- Duration
- 21 daysOutline programme
- High plateau and Kailash kora
- TourWestern Tibet and Kailash
- Season
- Late spring to early autumnAsk for current dates
- Experience
- Demanding high-altitude journeyTour
A closer look at the journey.
This longer overland programme follows the western Tibetan plateau toward Darchen and the Kailash kora. The outline allows a gradual progression through the Paiku Tso and Saga region, with overnight stages on the approach to Paryang and the Mayum La area. Lake Manasarovar is visited after the walking circuit.
The reference programme is historically described as the Zhangmu route. Current entry, exit and road arrangements must be confirmed for your dates before this journey can be booked. The kora involves several demanding walking days and a high pass. Discuss the walking option, rest time and any non-walking arrangements together when choosing the programme, rather than treating the circuit as an ordinary sightseeing stop.
- An extended western Tibet approach
- The Kailash kora from Darchen
- Time at Lake Manasarovar
The route, day by day.
This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.
Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu
Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.
Day 2Kathmandu: preparation and sightseeing
Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.
Day 3Travel toward the Tibet border
The operating crossing and entry arrangements are confirmed before departure.
Day 4Rest and local walks in the Nyalam area
Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.
Day 5Travel toward Paiku Tso
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 6Continue to Saga
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 7Saga to Dongpa
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 8Dongpa to Paryang
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 9Paryang to the Mayum La area
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 10Continue to Darchen
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 11Begin the Kailash kora
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 12Continue the high-pass kora stage
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 13Complete the kora
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 14Visit Lake Manasarovar
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 15Return to Paryang
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 16Paryang to Dongpa
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 17Dongpa to Saga
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 18Saga to Paiku Tso
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 19Continue toward the border region
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 20Return to Kathmandu
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 21Depart Kathmandu
Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.
A clear plan and quotation.
Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.
Services to discuss
- Local guiding and sightseeing arrangements
- Accommodation standards and the meal plan
- Ground travel and any flights shown in the agreed programme
- Site visits and any local access arrangements
Budget separately
- International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
- Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
- Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
- Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme
Before you set out.
Discuss the sustained altitude, road stages and walking requirements before confirming the journey. The Kailash kora requires separate consideration from vehicle travel.
Accommodation: City hotels and simpler plateau accommodation, with guesthouse or camp arrangements around Kailash where relevant; the full plan must be agreed.
Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.
Can the visits be tailored?
Discuss your interests and preferred pace with the team. Site access, opening times and travel connections shape the final daily order.
Are the border and road connections confirmed?
They must be confirmed for your travel dates before booking. The reference route does not establish that a particular border crossing or road is operating.
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