Day 01: Day 01:Arrive to Kathmandu (We recommend an early morning flight to allow rest and time to prepare)

Day 02: Pashupatinath Darshan, Boudhnath Stupa and Patan Visit

Day 03: Drive to Nylam (12,303 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 5 – 6 Hours

Day 04: Rest day in Nylam to acclimatize (12 303 Feet Elevation)

Day 06: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar (14,954 ft) Travel Time 6 – 7 Hours (370 km)

Day 07: Drive around Mansarovar towards Raksas Lake (14,975 feet Elevation) Overnight at Mansarovar

Day 08: Parikrama to Dehara Puk (16,404 Feet Elevation)

Day 09: Parikrama continues to Dolma-La Pass (19,500 Feet Elevation)

Day 10: Parikrama ends and drive to Saga

Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu. (6 – 8 hrs)

Day 12: Rest day in Kathmandu, Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13: Drive to Pokhara by Luxury Bus. Overnight in Pokhara (lake city)

Day 14: Early morning fly to Jomsom, drive to Muktinath , puja and evening back to Jomsom for overnight

Day 15: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara overnight in Pokhara

Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel

Day 17: Fly Home Sweet Home

Day 01: Day 01:Arrive to Kathmandu (We recommend an early morning flight to allow rest and time to prepare)

A warm welcome as Snow Leopard Trek representative receive you at the airport and drive you to a palace hotel. We will collect your passport to obtain VISA for Tibet. Late afternoon we will have a group meeting to prepare for the Yatra and collect sleeping bags, Down jacket, and Duffle Bags. Welcome Dinner at a Traditional Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in the Hotel, Kathmandu.

Day 02: Pashupatinath Darshan, Boudhnath Stupa and Patan Visit

After Breakfast, we will depart at approx 9am to Pashupatinath temple. Proceed for sightseeing tour to Boudhnath and Patan Darbar square. Lunch on your own. Final Preparation for Yatra, shopping, etc Dinner on your own. Overnight stay at Hotel , Kathmandu.

Day 03: Drive to Nylam (12,303 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 5 – 6 Hours

After early breakfast we depart for the Tibet border. Lunch at the border. Clear Nepali customs/immigration and a 15 minute walk across Friendship Bridge to Tibet where the Chinese border police will check passport & visa. Here, our land cruiser awaits (4 yatris plus a driver per vehicle). 30 minute drive from Kodari to Zhangmu, where second immigration formalities have to be done. From Zhangmu to Nylam is 3 to 4 hours scenic drive. Overnight at Guesthouse in Nylam.

Day 04: Rest day in Nylam to acclimatize (12 303 Feet Elevation)

After breakfast we will take a small walk through Nylam village to visit monastery. An option for a 2 hour trek for acclimatization or rest at the guesthouse. Overnight at the same guesthouse.
Day 05: Drive from Nylam to Saga (14,409 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 5 -6 hours (with Lunch break) (365km)
The road today is bumpy. Enjoy the view of snow capped mountains; we will be passing through the first highest pass of Lalung La Pass (5000m) where a magnificent view of high Himalayas can be seen such as Gaurishanker, Shishapangma, and Langtang Himal. We will be crossing the holy river Bhramaputra. Overnight at hotel in Saga. Hot Shower Houses available here

Day 06: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar (14,954 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 6 – 7Hours (370km)

Today is the most auspicious day for all of us as we will see the first glimpse of holy Mt.Kailash and sacred Lake Mansarovar. A lifetime achievement: here we will perform a holy dip, Relax and explore around the Mansarovar area. Overnight in a tent/camp or Guesthouse

Day 07: Drive around Mansarovar towards Raksas Lake (14,975 feet Elevation) Overnight at Mansarovar

Early Morning Havan Puja on lake before breakfast. After Breakfast, you may choose one either Visit to Astapad and Nandi Parvat or Visit to Tirthpuri or day trip to Saptrishi Cave and Nandi Parikrama or Parikrama of Mansarovar by jeep and visit Raksas Lake. Overnight at the Mansarovar Lake Guest House. We will pack our Back Pack and Repack our luggage for Parikrama days. One Duffle bag per two people is allowed.

Day 08: Parikrama to Dehara Puk (16,404 Feet Elevation)

Today, it feels as if the heavens had opened up for us and allowed us to peek inside the world of gods and goddesses. We will walk 18 kilometers through the valley guided by Holy Ganges River on our left and shadowed by Mount Kailash on our right. The feeling of today can only be experienced by one and not described. Have your camera handy to capture amazing views of Mt. Kailash. Overnight in a guesthouse or tent

Day 09: Parikrama continues to Dolma-La Pass (19,500 Feet Elevation)

Hardest but Holiest day of our pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La (pass) of 19,500 ft between two valleys: Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go closer to the pass. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation. Parvati-stal and Gauri Kund are on the way. By the late afternoon you will arrive to Zuthal Puk (the cave of Miracles. Overnight in tents.

Day 10: Parikrama ends and drive to Saga

After walking 3 hours, all the driving crew will be waiting your arrival. We will continue our drive to Saga and arrive by Evening.

Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu. (6 – 8 hrs)

Early morning, we will depart Saga and drive to border town of Zhangmu where we will clear customs and continue our journey to Kathmandu

Day 12: Rest day in Kathmandu, Overnight at Hotel.

Overnight Stay in a hotel 4pm: We will meet for Briefing at Hotel Shanker meeting room to discuss the details of Muktinath and Janakpur

Day 13: Drive to Pokhara by Luxury Bus. Overnight in Pokhara (lake city)

Drive to Pokhara by Luxury Bus and overnight in Pokhara (lake city).

Day 14: Early morning fly to Jomsom, drive to Muktinath , puja and evening back to Jomsom for overnight

5:00AM – Depart hotel for Jomson flight (flight is at 6:05am) 20 minutes flight. Drive to Muktinath – 1 ½ hours. After pooja and siteseeing have lunch in Muktinath.Drive to Jomsom for overnight.

Day 15: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara overnight in Pokhara

6:00AM – Depart for Pokhara flight. Reaching Pokhara, we visit Davis Fall and Gupteshwar Gufa Cave (also called Shiva Gufa). We also make a sightseeing trip to some of Pokhara’s marketplaces, old bazaars, and landmarks. In the evening, explore the surrounding lakeside areas. Overnight at Pokhara.

Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel

Day 17: Fly Home Sweet Home

You are saying good bye to the mountains as your holiday tour of Nepal comes to an end today! We hope you enjoyed the tour with us, and we are sure you will be back for a trip to Himalaya again. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight a representative from Snow Leopard Trek will transfer you to the airport. On your way home you’ll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.