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Sacred Moments & Expedition Vistas
Witness the natural, self-manifested OM symbol printed in snow on Om Parvat and stand before the sacred peaks of Chota Kailash.
Revered as Chota Kailash, Adi Kailash (6,191m) in the Vyas Valley of Uttarakhand represents the Indian spiritual counterpart to Mount Kailash. Pilgrims have walked these remote routes for millennia, bathing in the quiet waters of Parvati Sarovar which reflects the pyramid peak above.
Nearby, standing right on the border, Om Parvat (5,945m) reveals a miraculous, self-manifested Sanskrit symbol "OM" (ॐ) eternally formed by snow patterns on its dark rocky face. It is considered a direct divine blessing just to lay eyes upon it.
Our rider-led border guides assist with all permits and 4x4 operations in Vyas Valley.
Arrive in Haldwani, the gateway to Kumaon. Check into the hotel, meet fellow travelers, and attend the evening briefing on border permits and high-altitude packing.
Drive to Jageshwar Dham, nestled inside a dense deodar forest. Explore the 124 stone temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Drive along the scenic Kali River valley to Dharchula, on the Indo-Nepal border, to clear our inner line clearances.
Drive via border roads through pine forests and gorges to Nabi Village (Napalchu/Vyas Valley) to acclimate.
Travel to the base of Adi Kailash peak. Conduct puja and bath at Parvati Sarovar temple, enjoying views of Chota Kailash.
Rise early and drive to Nabidhang to witness the natural OM symbol printed in snow on Om Parvat. Visit Vyas Gufa and drive back to Dharchula.
Drive through the Kumaon hills to Champawat. Explore the historic stone carvings of Baleshwar Temple.
Drive back to Haldwani, concluding this sacred mountain pilgrimage.
Because Vyas Valley sits close to international borders, Indian citizens require Inner Line Permits issued at Pithoragarh/Dharchula. SereneTrails manages the entire application and document submission process on your behalf. You will need to provide: Aadhaar Card/Passport, Medical Fitness Certificate (issued by a registered doctor), and a Police Clearance Certificate.
The yatra operates from mid-May to June (pre-monsoon summer) and September to October (post-monsoon autumn, offering crystal clear sky visibility of the snow OM on Om Parvat). Travel is avoided during peak monsoon (July & August) due to landslide risks in mountain valleys.
Speak with our experienced rider-led support team to clear permits, arrange visa documents, and secure your place on the next batch.