In May 1993 the governments of Nepal and China reached an accord that allowed the first treks across the border between the two countries. While it had been a route for Nepalese pilgrims for years, foreign trekkers were never allowed to trek from Nepal into Tibet. The journey through Humla, Nepal's highest, northernmost and most remote district is culturally and scenically rewarding. The upper Humla Karnali Valley is also populated by Bhotias who trade extensively with Tibet in traditional ways that have totally vanished elsewhere. It is only near Simikot, the district headquarters, that you will encounter people of other ethnic groups, mostly Thakuris and Chhetris.

A trip to Mt Kailash has always been regarded as a pilgrimage. It satisfies the romantic in us that the pilgrimage to Kailash is a difficult one. Whether you drive for seven days or walk for six days, it is still not possible to make a quick, easy visit to Kailash and Manasarovar. You cannot yet travel all the way to Kailash by helicopter or airplane. This is certainly as it should be.

Glimpse of Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, stay over night at hotel.
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Simikot (2950m) then trek to Dharapuri (2330m)
Day 05: Trek to Yanger (2850m)
Day 06: Trek to Torea (3380m)
Day 07: Trek to Yari (3600m)
Day 08: Rest day in Yari
Day 09: Trek to Hilsa (3650m) Via Nara-La (4580m)
Day 10: Jeep drive to Purang (3880m)
Day 11: Trek to Manasarovar (4650m)
Day 12: Rest at Manasarovar
Day 13: Drive to Darchan (4650m)
Day 14: Trek to Kailash (4890m)
Day 15: Trek to Donkhang (5200m)
Day 16: Trek to Puk Gompa (4790m) via Dolma-La (5630m)
Day 17: Trek back to Darchan and Manasorovar
Day 18: Drive back to Paryang
Day 19: Drive back to Saga
Day 20: Drive to Lhatse
Day 21: Drive to Sigatse and Visit Sakya and Tashilunpo
Day 22: Drive to Lhasa
Day 23: Visit Sera and Drepung
Day 24: Visit Potala palace and Jokhang Temple
Day 25: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 26: Kathmandu free day
Day 27: Transfer to international airport.