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Kailash Mansarovar 7-Day Itinerary

  1. Thursday, May 16: Kathmandu, Nepal
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Kathmandu International Airport

    In the morning, explore the ancient temples of Kathmandu Durbar Square. In the afternoon, visit the famous Boudhanath Stupa. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali dinner.

    • Kathmandu Durbar Square: $5, 2 hours
    • Boudhanath Stupa: $3, 1 hour
  2. Friday, May 17: Saga, Tibet
    5 hours (190 miles) from Kathmandu

    In the morning, drive to Nyalam. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive through the Himalayan landscape to Saga. Enjoy the breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains along the way.

    • Scenic Drive: $10, 5 hours
  3. Saturday, May 18: Lake Manasarovar
    6 hours (215 miles) from Saga

    Start the day with a visit to the sacred Lake Manasarovar. Take a dip in the holy waters and witness the stunning reflection of Mount Kailash. In the afternoon, explore the nearby Chiu Monastery.

    • Lake Manasarovar Visit: $5, 2 hours
    • Chiu Monastery: Free, 1 hour
  4. Sunday, May 19: Darchen and Yam Dwar
    2 hours (30 miles) from Lake Manasarovar

    Reach Darchen, the base camp for Mount Kailash. Begin the trek around the holy mountain. In the afternoon, visit Yam Dwar, the gateway to the heavenly abode of Lord Shiva.

    • Trek around Mount Kailash: Free, 6 hours
    • Yam Dwar Visit: Free, 1 hour
  5. Monday, May 20: Dirapuk Monastery
    5 hours (10 miles) from Darchen

    Embark on a challenging trek to Dirapuk Monastery. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Mount Kailash and its surrounding peaks. Spend the night at the monastery.

    • Dirapuk Monastery Trek: Free, 8 hours
  6. Tuesday, May 21: Zutulpuk Monastery
    8 hours (15 miles) from Dirapuk Monastery

    Continue the trek to Zutulpuk Monastery. Explore the ancient caves and meditate in the serene surroundings. Witness the magnificent beauty of the landscape.

    • Zutulpuk Monastery Trek: Free, 9 hours
  7. Wednesday, May 22: Return to Kathmandu
    9 hours (240 miles) from Zutulpuk Monastery

    Complete the final leg of the trek and return to Darchen. From there, drive back to Kathmandu, bidding farewell to the sacred Mount Kailash and its enchanting surroundings.

    • Return Drive to Kathmandu: $20, 9 hours

Recommendations

If you have additional time, consider exploring the vibrant city of Lhasa in Tibet. Visit the iconic Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple. For day trips, you can explore the nearby Langtang National Park or take a scenic flight over Mount Everest. To make the most of your money and have fun, try bargaining at local markets and sample the delicious Tibetan cuisine.

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