Full moon night in Manasarovar Lake on 07 September 2025 (Purnima)

Full information Kailash tour Itinerary:

26 August 2025 Day 01: Upon arrival in Kathmandu (1300 meters), our staff will welcome you at the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport and assist you with your hotel. It is imperative that everyone reaches Kathmandu by 8:00 AM, ideally one day earlier if possible. The hotel expenses will have to be covered by you if you come one day earlier, but we will assist you in making the hotel reservation. Kailash tourists and Yatri original passports are collect and a visa will be applied for at the Chinese embassy in Kathmandu. Tour briefing and distribution of Duffel bags, backpacks and medicine for the Kailash Manasarovar tour. The briefing for Kailash Manasarovar is at 2:30 PM in your staying hotel and everyone attends the briefing. After briefing, evening 5 PM, Drive to Pashupatinath temple for Arati Darshan and Gannga Arati nearby holy river Bagmati on the eastern side of the temple. For Ganga Arati, there is a full lighting and musical program to enjoy. After the Arati, we will return to the hotel.

27 August 2025 Day 02: A guided holy sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley is scheduled for today. In the morning, breakfast is served before the guided holy tour begins. It is said that Kailashnath Mahadev is one of the tallest temples and statue of Shiva in Nepal. Besides the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue in Bali, Indonesia, this is the second tallest Hindu deity statue in the world. A temple dedicated to Shiva called Kailashnath can be found about 20 kilometers east of Kathmandu in Sanga, Nepal. This statue stands 144 feet / 44 meters high, and it was influenced by copper, zinc, cement, and steel. In today's world, devotees come here every day to pray and see the holy site and this place is very popular. As part of our company's current program, we have included holy sightseeing in Kathmandu as well. Doleshwor Mahadev for Darshan and pray for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra / tour after visiting Kailashnath. The temple of Doleshwor is a short drive away.

Visit Doleshwor / Doleshwor Mahadev Temple) for all the Shiva devotees, it is believed that the trip to Kailash is incomplete without visiting Doleshwor Mahadev and Pashupatinath temple. On Aug. 22, 2009, the Doleshwor Mahadev was officially declared as the head of Kedarnath, one of the Char Dham Yatra. All in the year 2013, after the devastating flood hit the temple of Kedarnath, situated in Uttarkhand, the regular prayers that were interrupted were carried out in Doleshwor Temple. The head priest of Kedarnath Temple requested regular prayers that used to be held in the Kedarnath Temple to be held in the Doleshwor Mahadev Temple.

Buddhist Temple, Boudhanath Stupa: Named after its immense stupa, Buddha is a pilgrimage destination for Tibetans. Devotees stroll around the gleaming white dome adorned with painted Buddha eyes and visit nearby monasteries and schools for prayers and seminars. Boudhanath is a stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal. Located about 10 km from the center and northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, the stupa's massive mandala makes it one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal. UNISCO has designated it as a world heritage site in Nepal.

Visit Gujeswari (Guhyeshori) Saktipeeth temple. Among Astha Matrilas (Eight mother Goddesses) she mother of all. She is worshiped by Hindu and Buddhist both. According to Pauranik Katha Hindu legend. Lord Shiva’s 1st consort SATI DEVI offered by some insult of her husband Shiva dropped herself into YAGYAAKUND (A religious fire ceremony) Load Shiva’s retrieved her, fire burned corpse senseless him by grief and flew to and fro across Nepal and the Indian subcontinent. SATI DEVI’s body scattered in 51 Saktipeeth. Guhyeshori is a place where her secret part (GOPYA) vagina, some says her anus fell to which we call Guhyeshori. She protects deities of Kathmandu valley as well. Back to hotel and take vegetarian buffet lunch.  

28 August 2025 Day 03: Kailash pilgrims are taken to Pashupatinath temple early in the morning for Rudra Consecration, which includes Rudrabhishek, Hawan, and Aarati. A total of eleven priests prepares for fire offering Hawan in the Pavilion (Mandap) and perform Sankalpa Pooja in the beginning followed by Swastibachan (preaching), Nyas, Rudra preaching, and Mahamritunjaya (death victory) Pooja.

The word 'Rudra', which means 'fearful Lord Shiva', has been derived from Rudrabhishek, Rudranti Iti Rudri, and Rudhiryoge Metal. We perform religious hymns to God Shiva in order to escape people from all these miseries of life and grant them justice, good health, prosperity, peace, and salvation. Rudri is done for a peaceful life and that's why it's done. For pilgrims on the Kailash tour, the first thing they do is visit Pashupatinath and worship there. The practice of worshipping Lord Pashupatinath and performing Aarati grants devotees all kinds of good merit. It is for this reason that the Kailash Tour is considered complete only after a holy visit to Pashupatinath.

One of the most important pilgrimage sites in the world is Kailash Manasarovar. Even more than 12 Jyothirlinga and Shiva temples, Kailash is a pilgrimage site. Lord Shiva is superior even to Gods in this Universe and Kailash is His dwelling place. Humans are superior to Souls, Sages are superior to Humans, Gods are superior to Sages and Gods are superior to Gods. The Kailash Pilgrimage is considered to be the centerpiece of every pilgrimage. Performing the Rudra (Shiva's idol) Consecration and fire offering (Hawan). Lord Pashupatinath is a popular religious tradition to wish for a successful Kailash Tour. You can join Panchamrit Pooja in Pashupatinath temple every day from 9:30 AM to 11 AM Bhatta pujari after Rudrabhishek. It is a payable offering in the temple with a Pooja Thali, milk, Rudrashe mala, flower garland and a lamp. Priest receives it from devotee. As Pashupatinath offers Panchamrit Pooja for load, he fulfills all the wishes for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Getting Prasad and Rudrashe mala concludes the ceremony. Hindu devotees are the only ones who are allowed to perform this Pooja. There are no other religions allowed in the main gets. After Pashupatinath temple, drive to Jal Narayan for holy sightseeing.

Budhanilkantha (Jal Narayan), portrays a sleeping Vishnu, floating like a gigantic astronaut on a bed of snakes in the middle of a big pool of water depicting the cosmic ocean. The name Budhanilkantha has nothing to do with Buddha, but literally means “blue throat disguised by mud”. The peculiar name refers to two legends attached to the statue, one of them saying that a farmer found the long lost statue in the mud when working his field with a plough and the other saying that Vishnu sacrificed himself by drinking the poison of the cosmic ocean, which then turned his throat blue.

29 August 2025Day 04: After having breakfast in the hotel at Kathmandu, we move towards Tribhuvan International Airport at around 8:30 am. We take a 1 hour 30 minutes' flight to land in the Gonggar Airport of Tibet. Time passes quite quickly enjoying the views of marvelous Himalayan ranges along with the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest 8848m. Cho Oyu 8201, Makalu 8463m. and Kanchenjunga 8586m. During the flight. Arrival in Gonggar airport in Tibet, all Yatri or tourists finish Tibetan immigration formalities and our guide will be receiving you outside of the immigration counter. Without Tour guide, you cannot enter Tibet. Welcome for all with Tibetan Khata (white garland). Everybody checks in to a mini bus or bus and are driven to Lhasa city from the airport. It is 90km far and takes an hour or a bit more. The amazing scenes of naked hills, settlements at the bottom of hills, and agricultural land full of crops make our journey more enjoyable. Check in at the hotel and evening vegetarian buffet dinner. Overnight halt in Lhasa. 

30 August 2025 Day 05:Located in the heart of Tibet, Lhasa is both its capital and largest city. With wide streets and sky kissing buildings, this city is no less attractive than any developed western country. In addition to this, there is the palace of the Dalai Lama. Besides the Potala Palace, you should also visit the Jokhang temple / monastery at Bharkor Bazaar, the Bharkor Bazaar itself, and the Bharkhor Monastery. The altitude of Lhasa City is 3,600 meters above sea level. Located in the central part of Lhasa city, the Potala Palace stands 150 meters tall. There is also a meditative office building and an administrative office building adjacent to this palace. The Red Palace displays a variety of magical Buddha idols of Buddhist religion, whereas the White Palace contains a Meditation Room, Living Room, and Meeting Room for foreign guests of the Dalai Lama. Transparency is symbolized by the white palace. The Tibetan language refers to Lhasa as a 'Land of Gods and Goddesses'. The city of Lhasa is located in a valley that adjoins two sacred rivers, the Lhasa and Brahmaputra. Buddhists believe that having divine view (Darshan) of Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery at least once in life can help one attain 'Nirvana', meaning ultimate salvation.

The Potala Palace:  The Potala Palace was built at the time of Songtsan Gampo in the 7th century; the 5th Dalai Lama extended the palace to its present size. At this time, it also succeeds in becoming the residing, the main political and religious palace of the Dalai Lama. The main palace was divided into two sections: the white palace and the red palace. It is 115.703 meters high with thirteen stories, including living quarters, temples, tomb stupas and monk dormitories. The countless cultural relics in the palace are images, murals, sutras, etc, which are of incredible value. These magnificent Tibetan arts and culture are not only classified as national treasure but are also listed by the state council as one unit of the important cultural relics to be specially protected.

There is gold plated entombment place of 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th Dalai Lama at Potala Palace. All these can be seen besides 13th Dalai Lama’s. Entombment of 6th Dalai Lama is yet unknown and mysterious. Likewise, experts say that the funeral rites of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lama was done at Zokhang Monastery and then the ashes were kept safely there. There are one thousand rooms at The Potala Palace among which a 27 rooms are been exposed for general public such as, Bed Room, Living Room, Study Room, Meeting Room and The Entombment Place of Dalai Lama. The current 14th Dalai Lama is living in India since 1959.

31 August 2025 Day 06: In our tourist coach, we begin our journey to Kailash Manasarovar after spending two nights in Lhasa, Lhasa is capital city of Tibet. One hour's drive from Lhasa takes us to the Brahmaputra River, where we pass through its banks to reach Shigatse. In terms of population, the city ranks second after Lhasa. Luxury hotels are available for lodging, and we have arranged a Nepali restaurant for meals. An enormous monastery is located here, popularly known as Tashilimphu Monastery. There are 271 kilometers between Lhasa and Shigatse and it takes 4 -5 hours to drive there.

01 September 2025 Day 07: In the morning, take breakfast and drive to Saga via Lhatse. During the journey today, two high passes were crossed with fine views of the Tibetan countryside. We stop for lunch on the way from Shigatse to Lhatse, which is 160KM by road and takes 3 hours. Toward Saga after lunch, we divide two roads, one leads to New Tingri way and the other goes directly to Saga, which follows the rocky and sandy land of Tibet. The way to Saga Bazaar, nomads chase thousands of Yaks and Sheep grazing grass. The distance between Lhatse and Saga is 300KM, and it takes 5 hours to drive there. Arrive at Saga, check into the hotel, and stay overnight at Saga. Meet the Nepalese staff and have a meal prepared by the Monterosa staff. From Saga and onward, every meal makes our team stronger. Nepali restaurants in Lhasa and Shigatse will serve pure vegetarian food and hotels will serve breakfast.

02 September 2025 day 08: Today we rest in Saga, due to long drive from Shigatse to Saga. It will be also day hiking up hills as you like.

03 September 2025 Day 09: Saga to Manasarovar & Darchen: After breakfast, we drive to the Manasarovar Lake and Darchen. After passing Dongba and praying, the Kailash group will reach the adjacent point of the Brahmaputra River. As a result of combining two rivers mix, one flowing from the Gangdici River in the Himalayan Range and the other flowing from the Tima Yang Jong River in the Tibetan Himalayan Range, the Brahmaputra flows from Saga, Shigatse, and other places in Tibet into the Gulf of Bengal.

When we stop our van or bus, we serve hot box lunches. We continue our journey after lunch to Hor near the holy Lake Manasarovar, observing beautiful scenery and naked hills. This location offers a fantastic view of the Manasarovar Lake, Mount Gurlamnadata and Kailash Parbat at the same time. In this circumambulation of Manasarovar Lake is 102 kilometers are covered. Walking the circumambulation takes three days for locals, but five days or more for tourists. Normally, we will take the Blue Bus organized by the Nangri Tourism Board to travel around Manasarovar Lake and beyond, but there may be times when the bus is not available there, so we will take the same bus from Lhasa. We will make a half rotation of Manasarovar Lake in approximately two hours or some time more. When circumambulating, we can see Rakshas Lake and Manasarovar Lake simultaneously from top hills before reaching Chiu Monastery. We will reach Chiu Monastery, while rest some time, explore Manasarovar Lake and drive to Darchen another one hour, it is 40KM far. Checking hotel and rest.  

Information of Manasarovar
Manasarovar Lake, also known as Brahma’s Lake or Mapam Yumtso Lake is situated at an elevation of 4850 meter above sea level. The word “Manas” means mind or consciousness and Sarovar means Lake. It has held deep spiritual influence and wide religious values among Hindus & Buddhists. Making round the Lake and taking a holy bath in it is believed to purge one’s soul from sins and the body from sickness. Ancient Hindu scriptures indicate this Lake as a must visit place for someone who wants to attain salvation - the highest level of achievement in Hindu religion. The cascading waves of the Lake in the wind look very charming.

As described in Ramayana, it is said that the person who moves around the Manasarovar Lake and baths with its pure water, reaches heaven directly after death. Similarly, it is written that the person, who drinks the water of this lake, recognizes the “Shivalok” , the palace of Lord Shiva. Kailash Parbat is situated about 58km. far in the north from Manasarovar Lake. Brahmaputra River flows from eastward of the Manasarovar Lake. So, many people want to visit Kailash Parbat and Manasarovar Lake at least once in their life.

According to Hindu traditional hearsay, it is believed that Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati take bath each day at 2 AM to 4 AM in this Lake as well as stars also come for bath in Manasarovar Lake. It is said that pilgrims who stay at this place at night; they can live and watch God there. Mainly it is believed that people can see or visit the God Shiva and Goddess Parvati at the night of full moon. This Manasarovar Lake covers a very large area that is pure, it is mentioned in Hindu religious books that all the Hindus must reach there at least once in their lifetime.

Rakshas Tal (Demon King Ravana Lake) Sarovar
This lake is named on the basis of Hindu traditional story. Hindu people believe that carnivorous monsters are hiding into the dark water. On the basis of this belief, people called it Rakshas Tal and stay away from this lake believing it as the symbol of dark and destructive power. According to the traditional religious story, the water of this lake is poisonous and fatal. So, to replace the poisonous water of this lake a tunnel was made from Manasarovar Lake. The pure water of this lake and a golden fish was sent in this lake. Late, this fish was found alive. From it, people’s negative attitude towards the lake changed and they started to go nearer to it but they still don’t drink the water.
According to Hindu mythology, in Treta Yug the monster Ravana has made Lord Shiva happy meditating in this Lake. Rakshas Lake lies in the west to Manasarovar Lake. It is situated at an altitude of 4,540meter above the sea level. In Manasarovar Lake, there are many birds including ducks but in Rakshas Lake there are no any birds at all.

Mount Kailash
The Scared religious place, Kailash Parbat is located on the height of 6714meters above sea level. This region is supposed to be the purest religious place. It is supposed to be the central part of the world and origin of the world before the origin of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Kailash Parbat is glorified in the holy books like Ramayana and Mahabharata. According to the ancient Asian stories, the civilization is incomplete without the description of Kailash Parbat. Kailash Parbat is located in Tibet. Scientific research of this region is not satisfactory. This religious Parbat is extended from Brahmaputra in the east to Karakoram in the west.

Different religious groups like Shaiba, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Bon-Po are respecting Kailash equally, though they explained it differently. In the Shaiba and Buddhist traditional literature, Kailash is described as the part of Sumeru which is supposed to be the center of the world. It is believed to be the residence of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati as per Hindus. Buddhist respects it in the name of Kang Rimpoche. Buddhists have accepted Kailash and Manasarovar as great natural Mandala. Mandala for them is the means of respect and salvation. Jain worship as Aspada for this isolated peak. The founding father of this religion Rishavadev had got spiritual salvation in the same place.

There are various logics to claim this Parbat as sacred. This isolated Parbat is also source to big rivers like, Brahmaputra, Satlaj, Indus and Karnali. The total periphery of Mount Kailash is 53 km and pilgrims should walk 38 km within 3 days and if add Charan Sparsh (Touch Kailash) tour than it will be 4 days Kora. As described in Hindu myth, a person who moves around the Kailash Parbat will be free from all the sins made in life time. If they move round the Parbat for 108 times, they directly get Nirvana. It is also said that a person who moves Nandi once, he/she gets return as equal of moving round the Kailash for 13 times.

Kailash Parvat is regarded as the form of Lord Shiva and the water flowing from its snowy tip is worshipped as holy river Ganges. Mount Kailash can be observed more beautifully from the side of this Monastery. Observing from Dirapuk, Mount Kailash is seen in between Mount Manjushree at right side and Mount Bajrapani at left side.
River Ganges, originated from Mount Kailash meets Lachhu River and gets mixed into Rakshas Lake. Every river formed from Kailash Himalayan Ranges gets mixed into Rakshas Lake. The river formed from the junction of Rakshas Lake is called Karnali. Water from Rakshas Lake escapes via Karnali River but water of Manasarovar is stored in the form of Lake.

04 September 2025 Day 10: Darchen to Yam Dwar & Dirapuk: This is the first day of Kailash Parikrama/Kora. Morning drive to Yam Dwar and start walking to Dirapuk (4890 meters/11 kilometers). We do start for Kailash circumambulation [kora] Circuit/Round/Parikrama from Yam Dwar. It takes 20 minutes for blue bus to reach there as it is at the distance of only 6km. This place is also known as Yam Dwar. Getting off from the bus at Yam Dwar, all the pilgrims are offering to Lord Shiva. Then, we moved round the Yam Dwar for three times. According to Hindu religion, this place is known as the Gate of the God of Death (Yam Dwar). Yam Dwar build shape of temple. Inside 3 bells hanging and its call Barma, Vishnu and Maheshwar. This temple makes 3-time circuit enter inside of door. Belling and get out and continue walking or riding pony to Dirapuk first day of Parikrama (circuit). (Journey on foot begins from Yam Dwar) Physically disable pilgrims distantly pay homage to Kailash Parbat and return to Darchen because the visit of Yam Dwar is believed to get equally religious gain as they do for Kailash Parbat itself. This path/trail is somehow busy with pilgrims, horses, local porters, yaks and Nepali workers.

After 3 hours long walking along the riverside path, we stopped for our lunch sport. Kailash Parbat is can be seeing clearly from here. Below the Parbat we can see a big stone in the shape of elephant. It is believed that God Indra rides on it. After 2 hours long walk, we can reach to Dirapuk. There is a Dirapuk Monastery situated on the edge of Lha Chhu River. The name of this place is given from the name of Monastery itself. This Monastery is located on the height of 4900m. Above sea level. The scene of Kailash from here is like the heaven. Hundreds of pilgrims arrive at Dirapuk from Yam Dwar riding on the horse or on their foot every day.

Here some Yatri prefer to take pony & local porter for the 4 days. (If you would like to take pony and porter, you should tell the Tibetan guide in advance for arrangement. This day, today have to walk continuously for about 5 to 6 hours. Yak will carry all our goods and equipment and your bags. From Dirapuk, you can see north face of Mt. Kailash very closed, overnight stay at Dirapuk mud house/ guesthouse.

05 September 2025 Day 11: After breakfast, Pilgrims walk for 4 hours (6kms) from Dirapuk to touch the feet of Mount Kailash which is known as Charan Sparsh. They feel like they have been blessed by Lord Shiva by actually touching the base of Kailash Mountain. Pilgrims offer Pooja and seek blessing from lord Shiva. While returning back, takes around one and half hour to 2 hours and it is day tour / Yatra from Dirapuk.

“Charan” means “feet” and “Sparsh” means “to touch”. Together they meaning to touch one’s feet”. It has been a tradition since time immemorial to touch the feet of Kailash Parbat. There is a scientific basis to “Charan Sparsh”. Since the human body is releasing vibrations touching the feet which encourages flow of energy and blessings, happiness and successful life. This exchange of energy gives one vigor, self-confidence and contentment. One experiences an inner glow. The blessings received after “Charan Sparsh” are like invisible amour. They motivate and give strength.

06 September 2025 Day 12: It is a very crucial day for us, as we have to cross Dolma La or Dorma La Pass, which is 5636 meters above sea level. The weather in Dolma La Pass is unpredictable with snowstorms possible at times. Our journey should begin as early as possible in the morning. We pass Ganesh Kund and Gauri Kund lakes on the way. To reach Zuthulpuk monastery, descend Shapje Datok pass. A mud house is a great place to stay overnight in Zuthulpuk.

GANESH KUND (SAROVAR)
About 45 minutes before to reach to Dolma La Pass 5636m. (Kailash circuit) on right hand side of the walking trail, there is holy Ganesh Kund. It is 15 minute away from walking trail. The shape of the Kund looks like lord Ganesh where he bathes.

THE LEGEND OF GAURI KUND
Hinduism is Sanatana Dharma, according to its mythology there is story about Gauri Kund or Parvati Kund which has been mentioned in the legend of Shiva Puran.   The Puran says that Gauri Sarovar is for purify and compassion, it purifies the mind, body and speech of Kailash Yatri. So almost all the Yatri of Kailash Manasarovar tour include their tour program.

This Gauri Kund is for holy bath to Goddess Parvati Mata where Gauri Mata had acquired her beloved son Ganesh, she had molded a picture of her son Ganesh from cleaning agent frothing on her body and resuscitates it. She placed Ganesh at the path to stop unknown to enter during her holy deep, at the same time Lord Shiva came to his residence Mt Kailash but god Ganesh didn't recognize then Lord Shiva became furious and cuts off the kids head then Mata Parvati despairing stricken by seeing it and requested to Lord Shiva that child need to be brought again to the life restored so Parvati had her son back. This real story not only fascinates Kailash tour Yatri. 

THE MEANING OR SIGNIFICANCE TO VISIT GAURI KUND 
The large numbers of Kailash Yatri visit this holy Kund during their Parikrama or Kora to purify their minds, body and speech by splashing the Jaal on their heads. They offer TARPANA and Jaal (holy water) to their ancestors to have peace in the heaven. Many of them bring holy water from the Kund to their home. 

WHERE IS THE GAURI KUND LOCATED?
After crossing steep descends of Dolma La pass, the highest pass during Kailash Manasarovar Yatra tour, the round turquoise colored round shaped GAURI KUND is located at 5608 m above the sea level but walking trail has not yet made, have to walk on massif Rock.

07 September 2025 Day 13: Walking to Chongdo about 3 hours and drive to Darchen and take Lunch and continue drive to Manasarovar Lake. Kailash Yatri are not allowed taking holy dip into the Lake Manasarovar from 2018. Our staff put big tent inside of guest house compound for bath inside of tent by Manasarovar holy water. We will put drum inside water. After bath, pilgrimage offer Tarpon / holy water offering, flowers, money to the God and splashing water among each other with much joy and enthusiasm. Will be preparing for worship and Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Aarati, chanting Shiva mantra by Nepal Braman Pandit which is providing our company Monterosa Treks and Expedition. All the pilgrims can do prey for Lord Shiva and reciting the names of their ancestral gods, performing Hawan (offering grains mixed with butter to the fire) in the name of gods, in order to relieve themselves from any kind of sins which they might have committed knowingly or unknowingly. Full Moon Night in Manasarovar Lake

08 September 2025 Day 14: Drive to Manasarovar and complete half of the lake's rotation, continue to Praying, Dongba, and ultimately Saga bazaar for an overnight stay.

09 September 2025 Day 15: It takes 4 to 5 hours' drive from Saga to Kerung valley. In the Kerung 
valley, you will spend the night.

10 September 2025 Day 16: drive to friendship bridge, approximately 50 km from Kerung valley. the Nepal Tibet boarder. Tibetan customs and immigration formalities, as wel as Nepalese customs and immigration formalities. After crossing boarder, you will be driving to Kathmandu with 4 Yatri in a Jeep and takes 6 to 7 hours. It will be reaching Kathmandu late afternoon around 4 to 6 O'clock time. It is estimate time. 

11 September 2025 Day 17: Transfer hotel to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport for final departure.

Note: If anybody required Helicopter and it should be needing 5 persons and per person will be USD 300 on way