Mount Kailash Tour

Trip Highlights

• A sacred mountain for Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon, attracting pilgrims from around the world.
• 3-day circumambulation of Mt. Kailash, also known as Parikrama.
• Holy Lake Mansarovar: it is believed that if you bath there all you sins will be washed.
• Encounter many cultures and traditions and have the opportunity to interact with them about their daily lifestyle.
• Visit different old and new monasteries.
• Stunning views of the Himalayas and Tibetan plateau.

Overview 

Kathmandu Kailash Tour: This is a combined tour package in which the two prime attractions of Tibet, holy Mount Kailash and Mansarovar, are combined. The journey of the Mount Kailash tour is a lifetime experience of places such as Paryanga, Mansarovar, and Lhasa and is considered a lifetime achievement in travel and tours. Exploration of unique and hidden treasure is allocated in this package from Global Nepal Treks. Since we are focusing our eye on new but flexible destinations, this is one of those chosen places. We are pleased to serve you with the following itinerary.

The Mount Kailash Tour Package includes an itinerary that is well-planned, where pilgrims take a holy trip toward Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
The cost of the Mount Kailash tour starts competitively, according to the mode of travel and services, starting from about $1800.

This price is prepared for all in particular, starting with the transportation option that varies either by flights or overlanding or regular tourist buses, thereby making the overall Kailash tour from Nepal the best.

All About Kailash Mansarovar  

Kailash Mansarovar is one of the most sacred and spiritually powerful places in the world. It is located in the remote southwestern region of Tibet, under the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. The area consists of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, surrounded by vast plateaus, glaciers, and snow-covered peaks. This holy region has been revered for thousands of years by followers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and the ancient Bon religion.

Mount Kailash rises to a height of about 6,638 meters and has a striking pyramid-like shape with a permanent snow cap. It is considered the spiritual center of the universe in many ancient traditions. Lake Mansarovar lies nearby at an altitude of around 4,590 meters and is one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Several major rivers of Asia, including the Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, and Karnali, originate in the Kailash region, making it geographically as well as spiritually significant.

In Hindu belief, Mount Kailash is the eternal abode of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Ancient scriptures such as the Puranas, Ramayana, and Mahabharata describe it as a place of deep meditation and divine energy. Lake Mansarovar is believed to have been created by Lord Brahma, and bathing in its pure waters is said to cleanse sins and bring spiritual merit. Circumambulating Mount Kailash, known as Parikrama, is believed to help devotees attain liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

For Buddhists, Mount Kailash is the dwelling place of Demchok, a deity symbolizing supreme bliss. Tibetan Buddhism regards the mountain as the axis of the world, and pilgrims consider the Parikrama an act of great spiritual value. Jain tradition knows Mount Kailash as Ashtapada, the sacred site where Rishabhadeva, the first Tirthankara, attained salvation. The indigenous Bon religion, which existed in Tibet before Buddhism, also considers the mountain sacred and performs rituals around it, including circumambulation in the opposite direction.

The history of Kailash Mansarovar goes back more than five thousand years. Ancient Indian and Tibetan texts mention the region as a divine land. During medieval times, it lay along important trade and pilgrimage routes connecting India, Tibet, and Central Asia. Despite its harsh climate and difficult terrain, pilgrims continued to visit the region for centuries, supported by local communities.

Lake Mansarovar is revered for its crystal-clear water and calm surroundings. Pilgrims often perform ritual bathing and meditation near its shores. Close to it lies Lake Rakshastal, a saltwater lake associated with darker mythological legends, symbolizing the balance between purity and power in nature.

The Kailash Parikrama is a challenging journey of about 52 kilometers, usually completed in three days. The trek reaches its highest point at Dolma La Pass, over 5,600 meters above sea level. Due to extreme altitude and low oxygen levels, the journey demands physical fitness, mental strength, and proper acclimatization.

The best time to visit Kailash Mansarovar is from May to September, when the weather is relatively stable and routes remain open. The winter months are extremely cold, with heavy snowfall blocking access to the region. Today, pilgrimages are carefully regulated, and travelers must obtain special permits to visit.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Mount Kailash is that it has never been climbed. Out of respect for religious beliefs, climbers have refrained from attempting to scale it, making it one of the few major peaks in the world that remains untouched. Many pilgrims also speak of the mountain’s mysterious symmetry and the profound sense of peace and spiritual energy felt in the region.

Kailash Mansarovar is not just a physical destination but a journey of faith and self-discovery. It represents unity among different religions and cultures, standing as a timeless symbol of devotion, purity, and the human quest for spiritual truth.