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May Batch (Full Moon)Kathmandu arrival9 May 2027
Final departure23 May 202715 days
SOMSHA UAE • KAILASH MANSAROVAR 2027
Eight departure windows.
Three ways to reach Kailash.
Choose the route rhythm that suits you, experience the Parikrama in advance, and begin preparing well before Kathmandu.
2027 BASE FEEAED 18,999Option 1 • per person
BOOKING STRUCTURE50%to confirm the Yatra
TRAVEL OPTIONS03bus / Lhasa / Lhasa + Ali
SEASON WINDOWS08May through August
2027 Departure Explorer
Choose the window. Then choose the route.
The current brochure lists eight Kathmandu-arrival windows from May through August 2027, including four batches marked as Full Moon departures.
8 departures shown
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June I BatchKathmandu arrival31 May 2027
Final departure15 June 202716 days
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June II Batch (Full Moon)Kathmandu arrival6 June 2027
Final departure21 June 202716 days
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June III BatchKathmandu arrival14 June 2027
Final departure29 June 202716 days
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July I BatchKathmandu arrival5 July 2027
Final departure20 July 202716 days
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July II Batch (Full Moon)Kathmandu arrival11 July 2027
Final departure26 July 202716 days
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Aug I BatchKathmandu arrival2 Aug 2027
Final departure17 Aug 202716 days
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Aug II Batch (Full Moon)Kathmandu arrival10 Aug 2027
Final departure25 Aug 202716 days
Air-route timing and local sequencing may move by approximately a day depending on permits, weather, flight schedules and local authority directions.
Three paths. One sacred destination.
Compare what changes — and what remains beautifully shared.
All three published options converge on the Kailash region and the three-day Parikrama. What changes is how you approach the sacred region and how much long road travel comes before it.
OPTION 1 • ROAD
By Bus Both Ways
A complete Himalayan overland pilgrimage through Nepal and Tibet.
Per personAED 18,99950% booking amount
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KathmanduArrival, darshan & rituals
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KodariBorder crossing
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NyalamAcclimatisation
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SagaTibetan plateau
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Lake MansarovarDarshan & rituals
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DarchenParikrama base
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YamdwarParikrama begins
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DiraphukDay 1
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Dolma LaDay 2 • high point
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ZutulphukDay 2 halt
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DarchenParikrama complete
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Saga → NyalamReturn overland
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KathmanduJourney closes
The published sequence may adjust to align with permits, weather, local authority directions and flight operations. Air-route timing can move by approximately one day.
OPTION 1BUS
The Classic Overland Pilgrimage
By bus both ways
Yatris who want the complete classic overland experience and are comfortable with longer road travel.
✓ Kathmandu rituals✓ Nyalam acclimatisation✓ Lake Mansarovar✓ Three-day Parikrama
Per personAED 18,999
Ask about this route →OPTION 2AIR
A Smoother Beginning via Lhasa
Fly Kathmandu → Lhasa, continue by road
Yatris seeking a more relaxed start, less initial road travel and time to experience Lhasa.
✓ Flight to Lhasa✓ Potala Palace & Jokhang✓ Road to Kailash✓ Three-day Parikrama
Per personAED 21,999
Ask about this route →OPTION 3FAST
The Most Time-Efficient Approach
Fly Kathmandu → Lhasa → Ali/Pulan, continue by road
Yatris who value time efficiency and minimum long-distance road travel before reaching the sacred region.
✓ Lhasa acclimatisation✓ Flight to Ali/Pulan✓ Lake Mansarovar✓ Three-day Parikrama
Per personAED 24,999
Ask about this route →Across the published journey plan
What Somsha says it is building around the yatri.
Permits & visa handling
Tibet Travel Permit and Tibet / China visa fee are listed among inclusions.
Kathmandu rituals & sightseeing
The current plan includes Kathmandu sightseeing plus Havan and Puja.
Ground transport & accommodation
Accommodation and ground transportation are provided according to the selected itinerary.
Vegetarian meals
Pure vegetarian meals are listed across the Yatra.
Yatra leader & support crew
A professional Yatra leader and experienced support crew are included.
Medical & oxygen support
The brochure lists medical support and oxygen support during the Yatra.
The three-day Parikrama
Understand the heart of the Yatra before you reserve.
Day 2 is the highest and most demanding day in the current narrative. Distance, altitude, pacing, weather and personal circumstances all shape the experience, making thoughtful preparation especially valuable.
PARIKRAMAWalk the route in your mind before you walk it on the mountain.
Yamdwar → Diraphuk
≈14 km≈5,080 m at Diraphuk
The outer trek begins. The landscape opens toward the northern face of Kailash and the rhythm of the Parikrama becomes real.
Diraphuk → Dolma La → Zutulphuk
≈22 kmHigh point ≈5,630–5,650 m
The longest and highest day: ascent, thin air, Dolma La, a major descent and onward movement toward Zutulphuk.
Zutulphuk → completion point
Final walking stretchDescent toward lower terrain
A gentler closing section of the sacred circuit before continuing onward by vehicle.
A personal journey: Parikrama participation is guided by individual circumstances, personal fitness, medical advice, local conditions and operational judgement, with wise pacing and wellbeing always central.
Plan with complete clarity
Build the complete Yatra budget before you reserve.
Alongside the published Yatra fee, plan separately for insurance, personal medical treatment, horse / porter services during Parikrama, changed-travel accommodation, exit vehicle arrangements and helicopter support if separately required.
Travel & medical insurance
Arrange suitable cover separately, including emergency air / land evacuation as stated in the brochure.
Horse / porter during Parikrama
Plan these as personal add-on services if you choose to use them.
Medical treatment expenses
Keep a separate personal provision for any medical treatment expenses.
Journey flexibility reserve
A sensible contingency provision can help with expenses arising from weather, schedule or operational changes.
A journey shared with the people who love you
Open the Family Reassurance Centre →Bring your family into the conversation from the beginning.
When the Sankalp becomes a decision
Begin with a personal conversation.
The Yatra team can guide your route choice, dates, documentation and preparation. The secure Ziina reservation flow will join this experience once final booking logic and documentation are locked.
Begin with clarity
Get Volume 1 + the Yatri Starter Pack.
This opens a WhatsApp conversation with the Somsha UAE Yatra team. Your Volume 1 + Starter Pack is complimentary.