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The Kailash Overland Tour is a popular overland journey to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in Tibet, starting from Kathmandu and crossing into Tibet via the Kerung border. The trek involves a combination of driving and trekking with the Kailash Parikrama trek taking place over three days including challenging climb over Dolma La pass.
The 3-day trek around Mount Kailash, a significant part of the pilgrimage, involves challenging terrain and high altitude.
The highest point of the trek, Dolma La Pass (5,630m), requires good physical fitness and acclimatization.
The serene and holy lake is a highlight of the journey, offering stunning views of Mount Kailash.
Spending time in Kerung for acclimatization is crucial before venturing to higher altitudes.
Some tour operators offer group sizes ranging from 4 to 12 or more, according to Himalayan Windows.
Begin your journey in Nepal’s capital, exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa. These sites provide a deep dive into Nepal’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
Cross the Nepal-Tibet border into the picturesque town of Kerung. This area offers stunning Himalayan vistas and serves as an essential acclimatization stop before ascending to higher altitudes.
Travel through the expansive Tibetan plateau to reach Saga, a town offering panoramic views of the vast plains and the Brahmaputra River. It’s an important rest point an route to Mount Kailash.
Experience the serenity of Lake Mansarovar, one of the world’s highest freshwater lakes. Considered sacred in Hinduism and Buddhism, pilgrims often perform ritual baths here, believed to cleanse sins and purify the soul.
Embark on the sacred 52 km circumambulation (Kora) around Mount Kailash. This three-day trek includes significant sites like Dirapuk Monastery, the challenging Dolma La Pass, and Zuthulpuk Monastery. The Kora is a profound spiritual journey for many pilgrims.
Visit the mystical Rakshas Tal, also known as the “Demon Lake.” Located near Lake Mansarovar, it holds significant mythological importance and offers a contrasting yet captivating landscape
Mount Kailash, standing tall at 6,638 meters (21,778 feet), is not just a mountain—it is a symbol of divine presence, eternal power, and spiritual liberation. Located in the remote, arid region of western Tibet (Ngari Prefecture), Mount Kailash rises like a perfectly chiseled pyramid, its symmetrical faces and snow-covered peak drawing pilgrims, seekers, and adventurers from around the globe.
UNESCO sites—Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath,
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