Kailash Mansarovar yatra
🧭 Trip Overview
The 10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter is a spiritual pilgrimage starting and ending in Lucknow. The journey combines road travel, domestic flights and helicopter transfers through Nepal and Tibet, taking pilgrims to the sacred Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash. The highlight of the pilgrimage is the Kailash Parikrama, including the challenging ascent to Dolma La Pass at 5,650 m.
✨ Trip Highlights
- 10-day spiritual journey from Lucknow to Lucknow
- Scenic drive from Lucknow to Nepalgunj
- Domestic flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot
- Helicopter transfer from Simikot to Hilsa
- Cross the Nepal–Tibet border via the Friendship Bridge
- Visit the sacred Lake Mansarovar
- Opportunity for rituals, meditation and holy bath
- Visit Darchen, the base for Mount Kailash Kora
- Begin the sacred Kailash Parikrama
- Visit Yama Dwar
- Trek towards Dira Puk with views of Mount Kailash
- Cross Dolma La Pass at 5,650 m
- Continue to Zutul Puk Monastery
- Complete the final leg of the Kailash Kora
- Helicopter return from Hilsa to Simikot
- Yatra Completion Certificate Distribution Ceremony
- Farewell Dinner with cultural performances
- Pure vegetarian Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner throughout the tour
Detailed Itinerary
Pickup from the Airport or Railway Station and drive to Nepalgunj, a bustling town near the Indo-Nepal border.
Enjoy lunch on the way and continue the journey to Nepalgunj. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and unwind.
In the evening, attend a short orientation briefing about the journey ahead.
Distance: 190 km / 4 hrs
Altitude: 88 m
Climate: 20°C – 40°C
Overnight: Nepalgunj
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, board a scheduled flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot, the gateway to the remote Humla region of Nepal.
Simikot is located at an altitude of 2,910 metres and offers beautiful Himalayan views and a cooler climate.
Spend the rest of the day acclimatizing and preparing for the next stage of the pilgrimage.
Flight: Approximately 45 minutes
Altitude: 2910 m
Climate: 18°C – 24°C
Overnight: Simikot
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Begin the day with a thrilling helicopter ride from Simikot to Hilsa near the Nepal-Tibet border.
From Hilsa, walk across the Friendship Bridge and complete the immigration formalities to enter Tibet.
A Chinese guide and vehicle will receive you and transfer you to the town of Purang.
Route: Simikot → Hilsa → Purang
Altitude: 3900 m
Climate: 18°C – 24°C
Overnight: Purang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drive across the vast Tibetan plateau to reach the sacred Lake Mansarovar.
Take time for spiritual rituals, meditation or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the holy lake.
Lake Mansarovar is one of the key spiritual highlights of the pilgrimage.
Distance: 110 km / 2.5 hrs
Altitude: 4600 m
Climate: 10°C – 20°C
Overnight: Near Mansarovar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a serene morning at Lake Mansarovar, including spiritual rituals and an optional holy bath.
Later, drive to Darchen, the base for the Mount Kailash Kora.
Rest and prepare yourself for the trekking days ahead with light walking and acclimatization.
Distance: 35 km / 1 hr
Altitude: 4575 m
Climate: 4°C – 7°C
Overnight: Darchen
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start the spiritual trek with a drive to Tarboche, the starting point of the Kailash Parikrama.
Visit Yama Dwar, known as the Gate of the God of Death, before beginning the trek through the spectacular Himalayan landscape.
Continue towards Dira Puk and enjoy magnificent views of the north face of Mount Kailash.
Route: Tarboche → Yama Dwar → Dira Puk
Trek: Approximately 22 km total
Altitude: 4920 m
Climate: 10°C – 15°C
Overnight: Dira Puk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is the most challenging part of the Kailash Kora.
Ascend from Dira Puk to the highest point of the journey, Dolma La Pass at 5,650 metres.
Descend towards Phedi and continue trekking to Zutul Puk Monastery.
This physically demanding day requires patience, stamina and spiritual focus.
Route:
Dira Puk → Dolma La → Phedi → Zutul Puk
Total Trek: Approximately 22 km
Highest Altitude: 5650 m
Climate: Strong wind / 10°C – 20°C
Overnight: Zutul Puk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Complete the final leg of the Kailash Kora with a short trek to Chongdo.
Vehicles will be waiting to take you towards Darchen and onward to Purang or Hilsa.
Take time to reflect on the completion of your pilgrimage before resting for the night.
Trek: 8 km
Drive: Approximately 145 km
Altitude: 4675 m → 3500 m
Climate: 18°C – 24°C
Overnight: Purang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Fly back to Simikot by helicopter and catch the connecting flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. The afternoon is free for personal activities, shopping or rest.
In the evening, attend the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Completion Certificate Distribution Ceremony followed by a Farewell Dinner with cultural performances.
Route: Hilsa → Simikot → Nepalgunj
Overnight: Nepalgunj
Meals: Dinner
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning the return journey to Lucknow.
Continue the drive to Lucknow, completing your spiritual expedition to the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
Distance: 149 km
Drive Time: Approximately 4 hrs
Meals: Breakfast
End of Tour
- Scenic journey from Lucknow to Nepalgunj
- Flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot
- Helicopter transfer from Simikot to Hilsa
- Crossing the Nepal–Tibet border via Friendship Bridge
- Sacred Lake Mansarovar
- Spiritual rituals and optional holy bath
- Darchen – base for Mount Kailash Kora
- Yama Dwar
- Kailash Parikrama
- North face views of Mount Kailash
- Dolma La Pass at 5,650 m
- Zutul Puk Monastery
- Yatra Completion Certificate Ceremony
- Farewell Dinner with cultural performances
Flights & Helicopter
- Domestic flights between Nepalgunj and Simikot
- Charter helicopter between Simikot and Hilsa
Accommodation
- 4–5★ hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj
- Hotel accommodation in Simikot
- Best available hotels / guest houses in Tibet
- Accommodation at Mansarovar and during Kailash Parikrama
Transportation
- Pickup and drop from Lucknow
- Nepalgunj airport transfers
- Tourist coach transportation in Tibet
- Luggage truck in Tibet
Meals
- Three vegetarian meals daily
- Hot lunch during drives
- Packed lunch during Kailash Parikrama
Guides & Staff
- English-speaking Tibetan / Chinese guide
- English and Hindi-speaking Nepali guide
- Required Nepalese Sherpa staff
Equipment & Safety
- Camping and cooking equipment
- First aid kit
- Oxy-meter
- Emergency oxygen
- Yaks and Yak man for equipment
Other Services
- Required Tibet travel permits
- Applicable government fees and service charges
- Company souvenir set
- Emergency evacuation arrangement
- International airfare to / from Nepal
- Nepal visa fee
- Personal trekking gear
- Photography charges
- Telephone calls
- Hot showers
- Laundry
- Drinks and shopping
- Travel insurance
- Medical and hospital expenses
- Emergency evacuation expenses
- Horse or personal porter for Kailash Parikrama
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional costs caused by unforeseen circumstances
- Travel and medical insurance are mandatory for all participants.
- Participants should be prepared for high-altitude travel.
- Fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and liquids such as ghee or oil are not permitted through Chinese Customs.
- Do not take photos or videos at Chinese Customs, Army or Police stations.
- Follow the instructions of your guide during customs and immigration procedures.
- The itinerary may change because of landslides, road blockages, floods, snow, political unrest, flight cancellations, permit or visa delays, sickness or accidents.
- Additional costs arising from such circumstances will be the responsibility of the clients.
- Respect local culture and religious sites throughout the journey.
Indian Passport Holder:
₹3,35,000/- INR + 5% GST per person
Foreign Passport Holder:
USD 3,750 per person
Package Validity: 2027
✅ What’s Included
7 Nights in 3 Start Hotels, Daily Breakfast, Airport Transfers, Shinkansen Bullet Train, Private Transfers & Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
Inclusions
- Domestic flights Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj
- Charter helicopter Simikot – Hilsa – Simikot
- 4–5★ hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj
- Hotel accommodation in Simikot
- Best available hotels/guest houses in Tibet
- Accommodation at Mansarovar and during Kailash Parikrama
- Pickup and drop from Lucknow
- Nepalgunj airport transfers
- Tourist coach transportation in Tibet
- Luggage truck in Tibet
- Group Tibet travel permits and visa fees
- Three vegetarian meals daily
- Hot lunch during drives
- Packed lunch during Kailash Parikrama
- English-speaking Tibetan/Chinese guide
- English & Hindi-speaking Nepali guide
- Required Nepalese Sherpa staff
- Required permits and applicable fees
- Yaks and Yak man for carrying equipment during Parikrama
- Camping and cooking equipment
- First aid kit, Oxy-meter and emergency oxygen
- Company souvenir set including duffel bag, backpack, passport holder, jacket, raincoat and cap
- Service charges and government taxes
- Emergency evacuation arrangement
Exclusions
- International airfare to/from Nepal
- Nepal visa fee
- Additional expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays/cancellations, road blockages, political unrest or other force majeure events
- Personal trekking equipment
- Walking sticks, reusable water bottles and other personal gear
- Photography charges
- Telephone calls
- Hot showers
- Laundry
- Drinks and shopping
- Travel insurance
- Emergency evacuation expenses
- Medical and hospital expenses
- Horse or personal porter for Kailash Parikrama
- Tips and gratuities for the Team Leader, Guide, Sherpa staff, Driver and supporting staff