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Tibet / Kailash

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lucknow

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Experience the divine Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Hilsa Border. Marvelous Holiday offers a unique journey that combines spirituality, adventure, and breathtaking scenery.

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Trip Highlights

Route: Lucknow → Nepalgunj → Simikot → Hilsa (Nepal–China border) → Taklakot (Purang, Tibet) → Lake Mansarovar → Darchen (base of Mount Kailash).
Starting Point: Lucknow, India.
Transport: Combination of road, domestic flights and helicopters

Detailed Itinerary

1 Day 1 Day 3: Flight from Simikot to Hilsa

On this day too, we will be travelling by flight. From Simikot, we will fly in a helicopter to Hilsa, enjoying the scenic mountains. Today, we will cross over to China after a permit and documentation check at the Hilsa border. Overnight stay: Hilsa Primary travel mode: Helicopter

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2 Day 2 Day 4: Drive from Hilsa to reach Taklakot

Today, we will be enjoying a short, restful drive of about 45 minutes to reach Taklakot. We will be visiting local places like tourist attractions and markets, primarily by walking. This will help us to adjust to the weather and the climate. Overnight stay: Taklakot Primary travel mode: Bus

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3 Day 3 Day 5: Drive from Taklakot to Mansarovar

Today too, we have a short trip of about 2 hours to reach Lake Mansarovar. We will have the full day for exploration at Mansarovar lake. Additionally, we will take part in ritual bathing and meditation by the sacred lake.(Pilgrims are no longer allowed to bathe in the lake) Highest elevation: 4,670m Overnight stay: Darchen Primary mode of travel: Bus Approximate travel distance: 110km

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4 Day 4 Day 6: Drive from Mansarovar to Darchen

Today, we will move towards Darchen from Mansarovar by bus. We will stop at various attractions like Rakshas taal and Chiu Gompa monastery. These places are also regarded as hidden gems near Darchen. We will be staying at Darchen today. This day is also the preparation day for the Kailash Parikrama(kora) as we will start kora the next day.

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5 Day 5 Day 7: Darchen → Dira puk

We finally start the Kailash Parikrama on this day. We will travel clockwise through the following places to complete the parikrama. This is the first day of the Kailash Parikrama, also known as Kora. We begin this day with a drive from DARCHEN to YAMADWAR. The Parikrama starts from here. Pilgrims can opt out of this step. If they opt out from the kora, they are taken back to Darchen. The others carry on with the kora with a trek from YAMADWAR to DIRA PUK. Highest elevation: 4,860m Overnight ...

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6 Day 6 Day 8: Dira Puk → Zutul Puk

This is the second and the most challenging day of the Kailash Parikrama. On this day, we will continue on with the kora with a trek starting at 4am. During this trek we will cross the DOLMA LA (5,630 m) border and descend to ZUTUL PUK(4,700 m). If we reach ZUTUL PUK by 2-3pm, we will continue our journey to DARCHEN without halt. Else, if we reach ZUTUL PUK later than 3-4 pm, we will stay the night at ZUTUL PUK. Highest elevation: 5,630m Overnight stay: Darchen or Zutul Puk Primary travel mod...

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7 Day 7 Day 9: Zutul Puk → Darchen → Taklakot

This is the final day of the Kailash Parikrama. This day’s trek is an easy one through red and gold cliffs. If we stay in ZUTUL PUK the previous day, we will continue our journey at 7am with a trek back to DARCHEN. This marks the end of the Kailash Parikrama.  After reaching DARCHEN, we will indulge in local cuisine for lunch. After lunch, we will finally reach Taklakot with a drive from DARCHEN. Highest elevation: 4,580km Overnight stay: Taklakot Primary travel mode: Trek and Bus Appr...

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8 Day 8 Day 10: Drive from Takalkot to Hilsa and a helicopter flight from Hilsa to Simikot

With this day, we are already on the return journey. We will leave early in the morning with a drive to Hilsa. We will go through immigration checks from both the Chinese and Nepalese immigration officers at the Hilsa border. After entering Nepal, we will get on a flight to Simikot where we will be staying tonight. We will explore the local market and shop for souvenirs here. Overnight stay: Simikot Primary travel mode: Helicopter and Bus Approximate travel distance: 119km

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9 Day 9 Day 11: Fly from Simikot to Nepalgunj and Drive to Lucknow

This is the last day of our journey. We will start early in the morning with a flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj. After reaching Nepalgunj, we will continue our journey with a drive to finally reach Lucknow. After reaching Lucknow, we will safely drop you at your accommodation in Lucknow and then part ways till your next journey with us. Our Lucknow – Hilsa – Kailash package is the best option for pilgrims seeking a short, efficient and spiritually fulfilling yatra. We handle all logistics...

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Important Information

  • Chinese Group Visa (processed in Kathmandu or Lucknow)
  • Tibet Travel Permit.
  • Restricted Area Permits for Simikot and Hilsa (Nepal)
  • Military Permit(for Tibet border zones).
  • Our Lucknow – Hilsa – Kailash package is the best option for pilgrims seeking a short, efficient and spiritually fulfilling yatra. We handle all logistics (including flights, helicopters, permits and experienced guides) so you can focus entirely on your inner journey.