A deep, soul-stirring overland road pilgrimage across the high Tibetan plateau to the home of Lord Shiva.
Journey overland across the majestic Tibetan plateau. This overland pilgrimage crosses the border at Kyirong and drives via Saga and Dongba, allowing you to acclimate naturally to high elevations. The core highlight is the 3-day Kailash Parikrama (52 km circuit) crossing the formidable Dolma La Pass and passing the sacred Gauri Kunda.
Our rider-led crew handles ground logistics, acclimatization guides, oxygen backups, and border clearance protocols.
Arrive in Kathmandu. Check into your hotel. In the evening, attend our briefing on visa requirements, acclimatization, and terrain behavior.
Visit sacred sites including Pashupatinath Temple, while we prepare your group visa and inner line permits.
Drive to the Nepal border, complete immigration checkpoints, cross into Tibet, and drive to Kyirong town.
A mandatory day designed entirely for rest and acclimatization. Settle into the local altitude and keep physical strain minimal.
Drive 350 km across the Tibetan plateau, climbing to higher elevations. Settle into Saga/Dongba town.
Drive 485 km through breathtaking Tibetan scenery. Catch your first glimpse of Rakshas Taal, followed by the turquoise expanse of Lake Mansarovar.
Conduct holy prayers, bath, and havan ceremonies on the shores of Lake Mansarovar. Afternoon drive 40 km to Darchen.
Trek 12 km (approx 5-6 hours) to Derapuk, enjoying views of the West Face and finally the stunning Golden North Face of Mount Kailash.
Trek 22 km (8-10 hours). Ascend to the highest point of the pilgrimage, Dolma La Pass (5,600m), representing spiritual rebirth. Descend past Gauri Kunda.
Conclude the Parikrama near Darchen and board your vehicle to drive back to Saga town (approx. 5-6 hours) or towards Hilsa border town.
Speak with our experienced rider-led support team to clear permits, arrange visa documents, and secure your place on the next batch.