Last updated: 1 November 2026

Lhasa to Kailash Mansarovar Tour 2027

Lhasa to Kailash Mansarovar Tour 2027: route, day-wise plan, 2027 price from Rs 2,95,000, inclusions and booking help.

15 days, 14 nights
Lhasa route
Group tour
May to September 2027

Group tour from₹2,95,000 per person

Overview

The Lhasa route is the slowest and the most gradual way to Kailash. You fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, spend two days seeing the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, and then drive west by Gyantse, Shigatse and Saga.

It takes 15 days and starts at Rs 2,95,000 per person. The gradual climb helps your body adjust, and you see central Tibet on the way.

The Lhasa route suits pilgrims who have time, want to see Tibet and prefer a slow climb to altitude.

Prices start at the start point of the yatra. Tickets from your home city are not included, and we help you plan them.

15-day itinerary: lhasa route

Tap a day to read the details.

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu, check in and attend the yatra briefing. Documents for the Tibet permit are collected.

TravelAirport pickup
AltitudeAbout 1,400 m
OvernightHotel in Kathmandu

Day 2Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa

Fly over the Himalaya to Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Rest for the day, drink plenty of water and avoid exertion.

TravelFlight
AltitudeAbout 3,650 m
OvernightHotel in Lhasa

Day 3Lhasa sightseeing

Visit the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor market. This slow start helps you adjust to altitude.

TravelLocal, by vehicle
AltitudeAbout 3,650 m
OvernightHotel in Lhasa

Day 4Lhasa to Gyantse

Drive over Kamba La pass with views of the Yamdrok Lake. Visit the Kumbum stupa and the Pelkor Chode monastery.

TravelBy road
AltitudeAbout 4,000 m
OvernightHotel in Gyantse

Day 5Gyantse to Shigatse

Short drive to Shigatse. Visit the Tashilhunpo monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama.

TravelBy road
AltitudeAbout 3,850 m
OvernightHotel in Shigatse

Day 6Shigatse to Saga

Travel west across the plateau along the Brahmaputra valley to Saga.

TravelBy road, long drive
AltitudeAbout 4,600 m
OvernightGuesthouse in Saga

Day 7Saga to Lake Mansarovar

Drive to Lake Mansarovar. On a clear day you see Mount Kailash for the first time.

TravelBy road, long drive
AltitudeAbout 4,590 m
OvernightGuesthouse by Lake Mansarovar

Day 8Holy dip at Mansarovar, drive to Darchen

Holy dip, puja and havan at the lake, then drive to Darchen.

TravelBy road
AltitudeAbout 4,670 m at Darchen
OvernightGuesthouse in Darchen

Day 9Parikrama day 1: Yam Dwar to Dirapuk

Start the parikrama at Yam Dwar and walk to Dirapuk, below the north face of Mount Kailash.

TravelTrek, about 12 km
AltitudeAbout 4,900 m
OvernightBasic lodge at Dirapuk

Day 10Parikrama day 2: Dirapuk, Dolma La and Zutulpuk

Cross Dolma La at about 5,630 m and descend to Zutulpuk.

TravelTrek, about 22 km
AltitudeDolma La about 5,630 m
OvernightBasic lodge at Zutulpuk

Day 11Parikrama day 3 and drive towards Saga

Finish the parikrama at Darchen and begin the drive back towards Saga.

TravelTrek about 10 km, then drive
AltitudeAbout 4,500 m
OvernightGuesthouse at Paryang or Saga

Day 12Saga to Shigatse

Drive back along the plateau to Shigatse.

TravelBy road, long drive
AltitudeAbout 3,850 m
OvernightHotel in Shigatse

Day 13Shigatse to Lhasa

Return to Lhasa for a hot shower and a comfortable evening.

TravelBy road
AltitudeAbout 3,650 m
OvernightHotel in Lhasa

Day 14Fly Lhasa to Kathmandu

Fly back to Kathmandu and rest.

TravelFlight
AltitudeAbout 1,400 m
OvernightHotel in Kathmandu

Day 15Departure from Kathmandu

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

TravelAirport drop
OvernightHome

The programme can change because of weather, permits, flight or helicopter availability, and your group's health. The tour leader will keep you informed.

Route at a glance

Day	Stage	How you travel
Day 1	Arrive in Kathmandu	Airport pickup
Day 2	Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa	Flight
Day 3	Lhasa sightseeing	Local, by vehicle
Day 4	Lhasa to Gyantse	By road
Day 5	Gyantse to Shigatse	By road
Day 6	Shigatse to Saga	By road, long drive
Day 7	Saga to Lake Mansarovar	By road, long drive
Day 8	Holy dip at Mansarovar, drive to Darchen	By road
Day 9	Parikrama day 1: Yam Dwar to Dirapuk	Trek, about 12 km
Day 10	Parikrama day 2: Dirapuk, Dolma La and Zutulpuk	Trek, about 22 km
Day 11	Parikrama day 3 and drive towards Saga	Trek about 10 km, then drive
Day 12	Saga to Shigatse	By road, long drive
Day 13	Shigatse to Lhasa	By road
Day 14	Fly Lhasa to Kathmandu	Flight
Day 15	Departure from Kathmandu	Airport drop

Price

Group tour from
₹2,95,000 per person

The price covers everything listed under Inclusions.
The final price depends on the departure date, group size and type of stay, so confirm it for your batch before booking.
Full moon (Purnima) batches can cost more and seats fill first.
Prices are market-based starting prices for 2027 and GST or TCS as applicable is extra.

Get the exact price

Price of all four routes, 2027

Route	Duration	Starts from	Price from, per person
Helicopter route from Lucknow	10 days / 9 nights	Lucknow	₹2,75,000
Helicopter route from Kathmandu	12 days / 11 nights	Kathmandu	₹2,95,000
Overland route via Kerung	13 days / 12 nights	Kathmandu	₹2,30,000
Lhasa route	15 days / 14 nights	Kathmandu	₹2,95,000

What is included and excluded

Inclusions

Airport pickup and drop in Kathmandu
Flights Kathmandu to Lhasa and back
14 nights on a sharing basis in hotels and guesthouses
Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the tour
Chinese visa and Tibet permits for the group, as applicable
Tibet vehicle, driver and Tibetan guide, with entrance fees for the Lhasa sights
Nepali or Indian tour leader with the group
Puja and havan at Lake Mansarovar
Oxygen cylinders and a first-aid kit with the group

Exclusions

Flights or trains to reach Kathmandu from your home city
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, drinks and snacks
Pony, yak or porter charges for the Kailash parikrama
Travel and medical insurance, including emergency evacuation
Extra cost from road closures, permit changes or flight changes
Tips for guides, drivers and porters
GST and TCS as applicable
Anything not listed under Inclusions

Photos

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Kailash Mansarovar Yatra cost from India?

Starting prices in 2027 are about Rs 2,30,000 for the overland route via Kerung and Rs 2,75,000 for the 10-day helicopter route from Lucknow. The Kathmandu helicopter and Lhasa routes start from Rs 2,95,000 and Rs 2,95,000. The final price depends on the date, group size and stay.

Which route is the shortest?

The helicopter route from Lucknow is the shortest, at 10 days and 9 nights. It uses a flight to Simikot and a helicopter to Hilsa on the Nepal–Tibet border.

Do I need a passport?

Yes. You need a valid passport, passport-size photos and a medical fitness certificate. We arrange the Tibet permits for the group as part of the package.

When is the best time to go in 2027?

May to September. Full moon (Purnima) batches around 20 May, 19 June and 17 August are the most popular and fill first.

Is the helicopter safe in bad weather?

Hill flights in Nepal fly only in suitable weather. Delays of a day or two happen, so the itinerary has a buffer and you should keep one or two spare days after the yatra.

Is this the same as the government yatra?

No. The government yatra is run by the Ministry of External Affairs through Lipulekh and Nathu La, and you apply on kmy.gov.in. This is a private package through Nepal with fixed group departures.

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