Full Moom Mount Kailash Manasarovar Tour Package

Short Itinerary

07 June 2027 Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu before 1:00pm and      
transfer to hotel, check in, 3:00 PM briefing, evening Aarti Pooja
08 June 2027 Day 02: Holy sightseeing Kailash Nath Saga and    
Doleshwor Mahadev, Lunch and after Boudhanath, Guhyeshori 
09 June 2027 Day 03: Rudra Bhishek & visiting in Jal Narayan      
10 June 2027 Day 04: Start, drive to Dhulikhel & overnight stay  
11 June 2027 Day 05: Cross Nepal Tibet boarder and Nyalam  
12 June 2027 Day 06: Drive to Saga Bazaar, overnight in Saga 
13 June 2027 Day 07: Drive New Dongba 160km. /Saga 255km 
14 June 2027 Day 08: Drive New Dongba / Prayang to Darchen
15 June 2027 Day 09: acclimatization / Additional visit Astapada
Drive to Astapad, explore South face of Kailash & Nandi Parvat
16 June 2027 Day 10: Drive to Yam Dwar & walking to Dirapuk  
17 June 2027 Day 11: Walking to Zuthulpuk Kailash kora 2th day
18 June 2027 Day 12: Drive to Darchen & drive to Manasarovar 
Full moon night in Manasarovar Lake
19 June 2027 Day 13: Drive to Saga Bazaar and overnight Halt  
20 June 2027 Day 14: Drive to Nyalam Bazaar & overnight Halt  
21 June 2027 Day 15: Drive Nepal-Tibet boarder, continue drive 
22 June 2027 Day 16: Transfer Kathmandu airport for departure

Mount Kailash Tour - Itinerary

07 June 2027 (Monday) Day 01: After the arrival in Katmandu (1300mts), our staff will meet you at the airport and escort you to the Hotel. Everybody must be reaching Kathmandu at 1:00 pm or earlier. We collect all Yatri's original Passports and apply Tibet visa for Kailash tour in Chinese embassy in Kathmandu. Afternoon around 3:00PM will be briefing Kailash Manasarovar tour and provide Diamox medicine, Duffel bag, small day bag. Evening, Arati Darshan in Pashupatinath as well as Aarati holy dance bank of holy river Baghmati front of Pashupatinath. Pashupatinath Temple: As one of the four most important Shiva shrines in Asia, Pashupatinath Temple is the temple of Lord Shiva. As well as being the incarnation of Lord Shiva, Pashupati is also known as the lord of all animals. It was designed as a pagoda with a golden spire, two copper roofs, silver corners, and hand-carved wood carvings. A golden statue of Nandi (Shiva's bull) guards the inner area of the main temple. Pashupatinath Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pashupatinath temple performs two Arati every evening. The first is performed inside the temple and the second is performed outside the temple in the Bagmati Ganda Aarti. Inner Temple Aarati: in Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu, the Evening Aarati ritual takes place daily at the Pashupatinath Temple, occurring after Sunset with the specific time varying by season before starting Bagmati Ganga Aarati. This enchanting ceremony involves priests, hymns, music, chanting, and the offering of lights to Lord Shiva, creating a memorable cultural and spiritual experience. Inside of Aarati only for Hindu Devotees. The temple is regarded as one of the holiest Hindu shrines across the world. The Bagmati Ganga Aarti Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal, performs Bagmati Ganga Aarti nightly after Inner Aarati of Pashupatinath temple as part of the Hindu religious ritual. To the accompaniment of traditional instruments, devotees gather on the banks of Bagmati River to witness priests perform the ritual, which is characterized by rhythmic chanting, sacred offerings, and the ritualistic movement of large oil lamps. There is a sense of peace during the ritual, which creates a spiritual atmosphere for participants and observers. The main shrine courtyard is off limits to non-Hindu visitors, but they may observe the riverside Bagmati. 08 June 2027 (Tuesday) Day 02: At around 8:00 am, we begin our holy sightseeing tour in the Kathmandu valley with a guide. Saga Nepal, a Shiva temple that is among the tallest in Nepal is Kailashnath Mahadev Statue. This is the second tallest Hindu deity in the world after the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue in Bali, Indonesia. A total of 144 feet / 44 meters high, the statue was made of copper, zinc, cement, and steel. The Kailash Nath Shiva statue is located about 20 km from Kathmandu in Sanga, Nepal. After Kailashnath drive and visit to Doleshwor Mahadev temple. Doleswore Mahadev: Trip to Kailash is incomplete without visiting Doleshwor Mahadev and Pashupatinath temples for Shiva devotees. As of Aug. 22, 2009, Doleshwor Mahadev was officially declared the head of Kedarnath, one of the Char Dham Yatra. After the devastating flood of 2013, which destroyed Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand, Doleshwor Temple continued to offer regular prayers. In the Kedarnath Temple, the head priest requested that regular prayers be held in the Doleshwor Mahadev Temple. Buddhist Temple Boudhanath: The Buddha shrine is a Tibetan pilgrimage destination named after its enormous stupa. During prayers and seminars, devotees stroll around the gleaming white dome adorned with painted Buddha eyes. Kathmandu's Boudhanath stupa. The stupa's massive mandala makes it the largest spherical stupa in Nepal, located about 10 km from the center and northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu. One of the largest stupas in the world, the Buddha Stupa dominates the skyline. This is the point from which Kathmandu Valley gained its glory. It is the nine carnations of Vishnu that we are showing in Boudhanath. The site has been declared a world heritage site by UNESCO. Visit Guhyeshwari / There are eight mother goddesses in the Astha Matrilas (Eight Mother Goddesses). Among them is Guhyeshori Shakti Pith temple. According to the Hindu legend Pauranik Katha. When Shiva's first consort SATI DEVI was insulted by her husband, she dropped herself into YAGYAAKUND (a religious fire ceremony). His corpse was burned senseless by grief when Shiva retrieved her and flew from Nepal to India. In the area where SATI DEVI's body lies, 51 Shakti Piths can be found. We call Guhyeshori the place where her secret part (GOPYA) vagina fell to, which we call Guhyeshori. We return to the hotel for a vegetarian buffet lunch, and she protects the deities of the Kathmandu Valley as well. 09 June 2027 (Wednesday) Day 03: Kailash pilgrims are taken to Pashupatinath temple early in the morning for Rudrabhishek, Hawan and Aarati. Eleven Brahmin priests prepare for fire offering Hawan in the Pavilion (Mandap) and perform Sankalpa Pooja in the beginning. Swastibachan (Preaching), Nyas, Rudra preaching, and Mahamritunjaya (Death victory) Pooja follow. The word 'Rudra', which means 'Fearful Lord Shiva' comes from Rudrabhishek, Rudranti Iti Rudri, and Rudhiryoge Metal. Among people on this planet, there is pain, violence, greed, and we sing religious hymns in praise of God Shiva to escape these miseries of life and to grant justice, good health, prosperity, peace and salvation. For this reason, Rudri is done to ensure peace in the World. Pilgrims begin their Kailash tour by visiting Pashupatinath and worshipping there. Devotees are believed to obtain all kinds of good merits by worshipping Lord Pashupatinath and performing Aarati. As a result, Kailash tours are believed to be complete only after a holy visit to Pashupatinath in Kathmandu. There is no doubt that Kailash Manasarovar is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in the World. Even more than 12 Jyothirlinga and Shiva Temples, Kailash is a sacred pilgrimage. The soul is superior to the human, the sages are superior to the human, the gods are superior to the gods, and Lord Shiva is superior even to the gods and Kailash is his dwelling place. As a result, every pilgrimage is incomplete without the Kailash Pilgrimage.

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Rudrabhishek: The Rudrabhishek ritual involves bathing the Shiva Linga in holy substances such as milk, honey, and water while chanting Vedic mantras. The purpose of this auspicious ceremony is to invoke Lord Shiva's blessings, remove negative energies and obstacles and promote prosperity, health, and spiritual peace. On an auspicious day in Manasarovar, priests perform the ritual at Kailash Yatra in the evening of full moon or in the next morning by Nepali Braman Pandits as well as doing Hawan. Rudra Hawan: As part of a spiritual practice to invoke divine blessings, purify the environment, and promote spiritual and material well-being, Havan is an ancient Vedic fire ritual in Hinduism involving offerings of ghee, grains, and herbs in a sacred fire (the Havan Kund). In this ritual, fire symbolizes the burning of impurities and the illumination of the soul, fostering a connection between humans and the divine. The Monterosa Treks and Expeditions organize Rudrabhishek and Hawan in Kathmandu Pashupatinath temple and Manasarovar Lake for each Kailash Manasarovar group.

A popular religious practice is to perform Rudra (Shiva's idol) Consecration and fire offering (Hawan) to Lord Pashupatinath to wish for a successful Kailash tour. The Panchamrit Pooja is held every day in Pashupatinath temple from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM By Bhatta Pujari after Rudrabhishek. It is a payable Pooja and comes with a Pooja Thali, milk, Rudrasha mala, flower garland and a lamp. Performing Panchamrit Pooja for Lord Pashupatinath fulfills all the desired wishes for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra / tour. The ceremony concludes with the distribution of Prasad and Rudrasha mala. Only Hindu devotees can perform this, Pooja. Religions other than Christianity are not allowed to enter the main gates. All of these rituals are included in the Kailash Manasarovar package. Budhanilkantha (Jal Narayan): In the afternoon around 2:30PM, begin sightseeing with a holy guide at the Budhanilkantha (Jal Narayan) Vishnu Temple, an open-air Hindu temple located in Budhanilkantha, Nepal. There is a large reclining statue of Lord Vishnu in front of Budhanilkantha temple, which is located below the Shivapuri Hill at the northern end of the Kathmandu valley. Budhanilkantha depicts Vishnu sleeping on a snake bed in the middle of the cosmic ocean depicted by a big pool of water. Budhanilkantha means "blue throat disguised by mud" and has nothing to do with Buddha. The peculiar name refers to two legends attached to the statue, one of them claiming that a farmer found the long-lost statue in the mud when working his field with a plough and the other claiming that Vishnu sacrificed himself by drinking the poison of the cosmic ocean, which turned his throat blue. Back to hotel and free. 10 June 2027 Day 04: As we travel from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel, which is 29 kilometers away, we begin the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Dhulikhel is reached after passing through Bhaktapur, Saga, and Banepa. The picturesque hilltop town of Dhulikhel lies 29 kilometers south of Kathmandu in Bagmati Province's Kavrepalanchok District. From here, we can see the Himalayan Parvat Mala of the Everest region if the weather is clear. Our overnight stay will be at this place. 11 June 2027 Day 05: Dhulikhel to Friendship bridge: The Araniko Highway leads from Dhulikhel to Panchal and Dolalghat, then along the Sunkoshi and Bhote Koshi rivers to Barhabise and Tatopani, ending at the Sino-Nepal Friendship Bridge in Kodari. There are 85 KM between it and Dhulikhel. It takes approximately 4 hours to drive there by deluxe bus or tourist minibus. As the northern end of the Araniko Highway connecting Kodari and Zhangmu, Kodari is a major border town and trading post on the Nepal-China border. Kodari's northern end is crossed by the Sino Nepal Friendship Bridge, which crosses the Bhote Koshi river. Located on the Chinese side, the bridge connects Nepal with Zhangmu, where the road joins the China National Highway. Located 35 kilometers (22 miles) from Zhangmu, Nyalam is a high-altitude border town and county seat of Shigatse Prefecture of the Tibet Autonomous Region, China. This high-altitude border town and county seat in Tibet's Shigatse Prefecture, China, sits at 3,750 meters (12,300 feet) above sea level and is near the Nepali border. 12 June 2027 Day 06: Nyalam to Saga: In Tibet, the distance between Nyalam to Saga is approximately 250 kilometers (155 miles). Including the Lalung La Pass and passing near Peiku Tso Lake, this route passes through high-altitude terrain. Driving from Nyalam to Saga offers high-altitude desert landscapes, sparkling alpine lakes, and panoramic views of the Himalayas. The terrain changes from the greener border mountains near Nyalam to vast, dry plateaus and arid valleys typical of western Tibet as you ascend. There is nothing more stunning than a turquoise lake that sits high above the giant peaks around it and is reflected in the clear blue sky above. You cross or travel alongside the wide, beautiful upper streams of the Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo) near Saga. 13 June 2027 (Monday) Day 07: As well as driving from Saga to New Dongba, a Tibetan / Chinese tourist bus will connect us approximately three hours during the trip. New Dongba to Prayang traveling 95 kilometers on the G219 National Highway and then taking a two-hour bus drive. The road from New Dong to Prayang city passes through high-altitude plains near Mayumla Pass. The route from Saga to New Dongba and Prayang travels through the stark Tibetan plateau. The hotel accommodation will vary according to the occupancy level of the hotels. There are hundreds of ancient chortens throughout the Trans-Himalayan region, as well as vibrant prayer flags that adorn the mountains. Mountain Shishapangma and the Brahmaputra River are sacred geographical and spiritual landmarks on Tibetan pilgrimages. Traveling from Saga to New Dongba or Prayang takes about five to six hours, and the distance is approximately 255 kilometers. Several sections of the route are bumpy or unpaved due to the route crossing high, arid, and scenic Tibetan plains.

The Khojarnath temple is located 85 kilometers south of Lake Mansarovar in a small Tibetan village known as Khojarnath. According to legend, Lord Rama, Sita Mata, and Lakshmana spent a night here during the Treta Yuga while on a pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar. Khojarnath temple, built in the seventh century, house the idols of Lord Rama, Sita Mata, and Lakshmana, in memory of such a journey. A daily puja is held here. A journey of 170 kilometers from Mansarovar Lake go and back allows one to see images of Rama, Sita, and Lakshman in this temple. By car, it takes about 4 hours to make the round trip of 170 kilometers. The temple is located in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.

14 June 2027 (Tuesday) Day 08: From New Dongba to Darchen, you need to drive approximately 390 km and from Prayang to Darchen, you need to drive approximately 255 km. A journey between Dongba and Darchen takes approximately 8-9 hours, and one from Prayang to Darchen takes approximately 6 to 7 hours. Driving along National Highway G219, you will see many dramatic landscapes and spiritual landmarks as you pass through small towns. Tibetan plateaus and distant snow-capped Himalayan peaks dominate the arid landscape. Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, as well as Mayum La Pass (5,200 meters), offer views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. As the route winds across the plateau, glimpses of the Brahmaputra River (in Tibetan, Yarlung Tsangpo) are visible. As you approach Darchen region, you will catch your first glimpses of Mount Kailash and Manasarovar Lake. On this pilgrimage, pilgrims travel to the world's largest freshwater lake and one of its most spiritually significant sites. A minimum of two nights in Darchen should be sufficient for acclimatizing to the climate. 15 June 2027 (Tuesday) Day 09: Acclimatization / rest, day walking or Addition tour to Astapad, paying extra cost. Drive to ASTAPADA and holy explore, have a Darshan of lord Kailashnath of South Face and Nandi Parvat. There is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery called Serlung Gompa, which is located on the hill and this hill is called ASTAPAD it is revered by both Jains and Buddhists as a sacred site. "The mountain hill of the eight steps" is also known as Astpada. The nearby sacred site of Astpada is located at the foot of South face of Mount Kailash, in a mountain amphitheater. According to Jain mythology, Astpada is the place where the first Jain Tirthankara attained nirvana. You can see the Mount Kailash's south face as well as Nandi Parvat from Astpada, a mountain amphitheater at the base of Mount Kailash. Additionally, Nandi Parvat, which lies near Mount Kailash, is visible from Astpada. Astpada is located about 5 kilometers away from Darchen. 16 June 2027 (Tuesday) Day 10: From Darchen, drive to Yam Dwar.) Yam Dwar is the Gate of Death. Yam Dwar is the starting point for your trek / walk around Mount Kailash. For those who are unable to walk, a pony and local porter can be hired for 4 days, but you must inform us while at Manasarovar, so the Tibetan Guide can arrange it. After walking from Yam Dwar for approximately 5 or 6 hours, you will reach Dirapuk. The north face of Mont Kailash is much closer from Dirapuk. There seems to be Lord Shiva himself staying there. Mount Kailash Located at 6714 meters above sea level; Kailash Parbat is a sacred religious place. Traditionally, this region has been considered the purest of all religious places. It is thought to be the center of the world and the origin of all religions before Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. There are many references to Kailash Parbat in the holy books such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Asia's civilization is incomplete without the description of Kailash Parbat, according to ancient Asian stories. In Tibet, Kailash Parbat can be found. There is a lack of satisfactory scientific research in this region. From the Brahmaputra in the east to the Karakoram in the west, this religious Parbat stretches for miles. Even though they explained Kailash differently, different religious groups, such as the Shaiba, Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Bon - Po, respect it equally. Buddhist and Shaiba traditional literature describes Kailash as the world's center, which is part of Sumeru. Hindus believe it to be the residence of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati. Kang Rimpoche is the name by which it is revered by Buddhists. As great natural Mandalas, Kailash and Manasarovar are regarded by Buddhists. For them, the Mandala is a symbol of respect and salvation. There is an isolated peak on this mountain that is worshipped by Jains as Aspada. This is the same place where Rishavadev, the founder of this religion, received spiritual salvation. Various logics can be used to claim this Parbat as sacred. The isolated Parbat serves as a source for rivers such as the Brahmaputra, Satlaj, Indus and Karnali. Pilgrims should walk 38 km around Mount Kailash within three days, and if they add Charan Sparsh, it will take four days. People who move around the Kailash Parbat will be free of all their sins throughout their lifetimes, according to Hindu mythology. After moving around the Parbat 108 times, they will reach Nirvana. According to legend, a person who moves Nandi once receives the equivalent return of 13 rounds around Kailash. There is a belief that Kailash Parvat is the form of Lord Shiva and that the holy river Ganges flows from the snowy tip of the mountain. From this Monastery, you can see Mount Kailash in a more beautiful manner. When viewed from Dirapuk, Mount Kailash appears between Mount Manjushree on the right and Mount Bajrapani on the left. Originally from Mount Kailash, the Ganges River meets the Lachhu River and merges with Rakshas Lake and follow out Karnali River. From Rakshas Lake's junction, the Karnali River emerges. The water from Rakshas Lake escapes through the Karnali River, but the water from Manasarovar is stored in the form of Lake Manasarovar

Charan Sparsh & touched Kailash is closed: Pilgrims walk for four hours (4kms) to touch the feet of Mount Kailash, known as Charan Sparsh. Touching the base of Kailash Mountain feels like a blessing from Lord Shiva. Pooja is performed by pilgrims in order to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Getting back to Dirapuk takes approximately one and a half to two hours, and it is a day tour / Yatra. "Charan" means "foot" and "Sparsh" means "to touch". Together, these words mean "to touch one's feet". Touching Kailash Parbat's feet is a tradition that dates back thousands of years. "Charan Sparsh" has a scientific basis, as the human body releases vibrations touching the feet, which encourage the flow of energy and blessings, happiness and success. As a result of this exchange of energy, one gains vigor, self-confidence and contentment. It is like receiving invisible blessings after "Charan Sparsh".

17 June 2027 (Thursday) Day 11: A walking tour from Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk (4790 meters - 22 kilometers). As we have to pass Dolma La Pass, which is 5636 meters above sea level, today is an important day. With an imminent snowstorm, the weather is unpredictable, so we should start our journey early. After passing the pass, we descend steeply to Shapje Datok and then flat to Zuthulpuk monastery. We will stay in mud houses or guest houses for the night. Ganesh Kund (Sarovar) On the right-hand side of the walking trail, about 45 minutes before reaching Dolma La Pass 5636m., (Kailash circuit), there is a holy Ganesh Kund. The walking trail is 15 minutes away. This Kund resembles Lord Ganesh's bathing place. The Legend of Gauri Kund: According to Hindu mythology, the legend of Shiva Purana mentions Gauri Kund or Parvati Kund as part of Sanatana Dharma. It is said that Gauri Sarovar is for Kailash Yatri's purification and compassion, that it purifies mind, body and speech. As a result, almost all Yatri of Kailash Manasarovar tours also include a tour program. As part of the holy bath offered to Goddess Parvati Mata, the goddess had molded a picture of her son Ganesh from a cleaning solution frothing on her body and resurrected it. In her holy deep, she placed Ganesh at the path to prevent strangers from entering. At the same time, Lord Shiva came to his residence Mount Kailash, but Ganesh Jee did not recognize him. When Lord Shiva became angry and cut off the child's head, Mata Parvati became desperate and asked Lord Shiva to restore life to the child. As a result, Parvati had her son back. Kailash tour Yatri is fascinated by this real story. The meaning of Significance: To visit Gauri Kunda: By splashing the Jaal on their heads, Kailash Yatri purify their minds, bodies, and speech during their Parikrama or Kora. For their ancestors to have peace in heaven, they offer TARPANA and Jaal (holy water). Their homes are filled with holy water brought from the Kund. Where is the Gauri Kund Located? On the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra tour, after descending steeply from Dolma La Pass, the highest pass, the round turquoise colored GAURI KUND is situated at 5608m., above sea level, but it has no trail, so you have to walk on massif rock.

Holy Hot Springs Place of Traditions: Natural hot springs can be found at the bottom of Chiu Monastery, an ancient monastery near Lake Manasarovar. Chiu Gompa offers ritualistic bathing and spiritual renewal, with the water believed to be healing, as well as the sacred lake. There is a small bathhouse where people can take natural hot water baths at Manasarovar, which is now protected by local Tibetans.

Manasarovar Lake Located: The drive through Tibetan villages and the stunning Tibetan plateau offers glimpses of Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash. The practice of circumambulating Lake Manasarovar is religiously significant for Hindus, Buddhists, Jainists, and Shiks. This expansive, high-altitude freshwater lake is believed to symbolize blessings, good fortune, and purification for those who circumnavigate it. There is a 102-kilometers circumference to Lake Manasarovar, which pilgrims circumambulate during the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. A major component of the Brahmaputra River is the merger of the Gangdici River, which originates in the Himalayan Range, with the Tima Yangjong River, which originates in the Tibetan Himalayan Range. The Dongba, Saga, and Shigatse rivers, which flow into the Gulf of Bengal in Tibet, are among the rivers that flow into the Gulf of Bengal.

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It is a holy day when a Nepali Braman Pandit performs Rudrabhishek, Hawan, Aarati rituals the next morning of the full moon.

Manasarovar, in addition to being known as Brahma's Lake and Mapam Yumtso Lake in Tibetan, Manasarovar is located at an elevation of 4850 meters above sea level. Sarovar is a Lake and Manas is the word for consciousness or mind. Making rounds of the Lake and taking a holy water bath there is believed to cleanse one's soul and body of sins. People who wish to attain salvation, the highest level of Hindu accomplishment, must visit this Lake according to ancient Hindu scriptures. A cascading wave on the Lake looks very charming in the wind. A person who bathes in the pure water of the Manasarovar directly reaches heaven after death, according to the Ramayana. Taking a drink from this Lake also signifies recognizing the abode of Lord Shiva, "Shivalok". Kailash Parbat is located about 58 kilometers north of Manasarovar. The Brahmaputra River flows eastward from the Manasarovar. Additionally, Kailash Parbat and Manasarovar are two places that many people would like to visit at least once in lifetimes. On full moon nights between 2:00 AM and 4:00 PM, people believe that Shiva and Parvati bathe in Manasarovar. It is believed that Mata Parvati bathes in Manasarovar every night, as well as seeing live. Hindu religious books mention that every Hindu must visit Lake Manasarovar at least once in their lifetime. Rakshas Tal (Demon King Ravana Lake) Sarovar As per Hindu tradition, this Lake is named after a Himalayan Lake. According to Hindu mythology, dark water hides carnivorous monsters. This belief led people to avoid this Lake, believing it to be a symbol of dark, destructive forces. This Lake's water is described as poisonous and deadly in a traditional religious story. The poisonous water of Manasarovar was therefore replaced by a tunnel from this Lake. The purity of this Lake led to the introduction of a golden fish into it. It was later discovered that this fish was still alive. In fact, it changed people's negative attitude towards the Lake and they started walking closer to it, but they still don't drink its water. According to Hindu mythology, Ravana made Lord Shiva happy by meditating in this Lake. It is situated at an altitude of 4,540 meters above sea level. There are many birds in Manasarovar, including ducks, but none in Rakshas Lake. 18 June 2027 (Friday) Day 12: We begin the day with a cup of tea or coffee and a light breakfast in Zuthulpuk, then walk for three hours to Chongdo and breakfast at Darchen. Barga village (also known as Barkha) is an important crossroads in the Ngari Prefecture of western Tibet. About 22 kilometers south of Darchen, a junction connects Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Purang, Chiu Monastery and Hor. The Manasarovar Kora begins here, followed by Hor and Chiu gompas, in this major crossing point on the Kailash Kora journey. In 2018, pilgrims will no longer be able to take holy dips and bath in Lake Manasarovar. While on pilgrimage, pilgrims will be provided with holy water from the lake and the opportunity to take holy baths. The shrine is devoted to Rudrabhishek, Rudra Hawan, and Aarti Pooja performed by Nepali Pandits. Through prayer and chanting Shiva mantras, as well as rituals like Tarpan (offering holy water), one can gain the blessings of Shiva. The Hindus believe that visiting Lake Manasarovar during a full moon night is auspicious and spiritually powerful. A pilgrim's and visitor's spiritual experience is enhanced by the reflections of the full moon on the lake's surface. A full moon will shine in the evening, reflecting the lights in the lake in Manasarovar Lake as they reflect the moonlight. Full moon night in Manasarovar Lake 19 June 2027 (Saturday) Day 13: The bottom of Chiu Gompa, near Manasarovar Lake, leads you to Barga village, which is 10km away from Manasarovar Lake, where you can complete Manasarovar Kora or follow Manasarovar Lake all the way to Hor. There is only one place where you can see Mount Kailash and Holy Lake Manasarovar, which is Hor Place. The road will take you to Prayan, New Dongba and finally Saga Bazaar as you continue driving from Hor place. 20 June 2027 (Sunday) Day 14: You will need to drive for 4 to 5 hours from Saga to Nyalam. On the Tibet side, this will be my last night at Nyalam. 21 June 2027 (Monday) Day 15: Nyalam Bazaar to friendship bridge after breakfast. After completing customs and immigration formalities on both the Tibet and Nepal sides, we continue our drive to Kathmandu. On the way back to Kathmandu, you will have lunch. Your hotel will be dropped off to you in Kathmandu. 22 June 2027 (Tuesday) Day 16: From the hotel, you will be taken to the airport for your final departure.