Kailash Charan Sparsha Tour- 16 Days

Overview

Kailash Charan Sparsha Yatra/Tour is a vital part of the Kailash religious tour, where pilgrims reach the foot of Kailash and touch the mountain. To achieve the inner part of Kailash, one has to descend and go through the path of the Kora. For religious followers, touching the mountain and getting close to the vastness of Kailash is a very great religious experience. Kailash Mountain, which is the center of faith of people of different religious beliefs, and the various religious destinations around it are considered very unique. It can be touched by reaching the foot of Kailash from Dirapuk and for this, the pilgrim needs to add only 1 more day to his Kailash Yatra.

It is believed among Hindus from all over the world that Lord Shiva resides on Mount Kailash, along with his consort Goddess Parvati and two sons Kumar Kartikeya and Ganesha. However, in addition to people of Hindu belief, people of Buddhist, Jain, and Bon traditions also have a great attachment to this mountain.

The journey for Kailash Charansparsha gives the pilgrims the feeling of the touch of their beloved God. It is also believed that Charansparsha infuses the human body with abundant energy and brings happiness and prosperity in life. A huge number of pilgrims come every year to explore Mount Kailash, which is full of religious and mystical mysteries. Starting from Dirapuk, after reaching Charansparsha, the pilgrims return to Dirapuk and settle down. Due to the harsh Tibetan landscape, difficult roads, and high mountainous environment, the journey to Mount Kailash Kora is more difficult than expected. We have experienced guides and assistants who have worked in the region for many years, and with their help and advice, you can move to Kailash Charansparsha using all the necessary materials without fear and any tension. Sometimes people's minds tell them to do what they want to do but their bodies need to be in good shape to do activities that require physical strength. Therefore, this Mount Kailash Yatra/Tour is about physical and religious challenges, and travelers need to be careful and confident about their bodies and be less emotional during the journey. If the body tells you not to do the Kora, they should stop doing it and just explore the distant view of Kailash.

The first day of the Kailash Inner Kora journey starts at a place called Darchen and ends at Dirapuk. The second day starts from Dirapuk and reaches the Charansparsha of Kailash and ends at Dirapuk again. This part of Kailash is located to the north of Kailash. The third day of the Kora starts from Dirapuk, which reaches the highest pass of this place, Dolma La Pass, and reaches Zuthulpuk. The fourth day of the journey starts from Zuthulpuk and ends at Darchen.

For this journey, travelers can cross the border from Nepal, fly from Nepal via Lhasa, or enter from mainland China via Lhasa.

Charansparsha experience

The Charanparsha Tour, a difficult circumambulation around the sacred Mount Kailash, takes pilgrims to the closest point of view of Kailash. Upon reaching this point, pilgrims can touch and experience the base of Kailash, which gives the pilgrim a different kind of energy.

The moment of observing Mount Kailash induces a profound and eerie state in the pilgrims. Apart from the pilgrims, this huge and beautiful peak, which has left a lasting impression on millions of people around the world with its divinity, leaves a unique impression on all the pilgrims.

Practical considerations

The Kailash Charansparsha tour, though less physically demanding than the full parikrama, requires a very good level of arrangement. Every traveler should be well prepared for this high-altitude mountain, which goes up to 4,500 meters. Acclimatization is most important to avoid altitude sickness during this tour.

Due to the remoteness of this region, necessary facilities are very less and basic, and the weather situation can be extreme. Travelers should prepare very well to prevent possible risks. They have to pack warm clothes, comfortable footwear, and other essential supplies.

Significance of this journey

The Mount Kailash Charansparsha tour provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the mystical and divine energy of this holy place and disconnect yourself from the materialistic world. Whether you seek Spirituality, natural beauty, and the grandeur of Mount Kailash, this Charansparsha tour offers an unforgettable experience, leaving each traveler inspired.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,324m/ 4,344 ft.)
Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu and Visa submission. O/N at Hotel (1,324m/ 4,344 ft.)
Day 3: Second day in Kathmandu. Waiting for the visa. O/N at Hotel (1,324m/ 4,344 ft.)
Day 4: Third day in Kathmandu, receive Visa. O/N at Hotel (1,324m/ 4,344 ft.)
Day 5: Drive towards Nepal-Tibet border- Cross the border and reach Kerung town for an overnight stay (2,774m/9,000 ft.)
Day 6: Another day at Kerung to acclimatize your body (2,774m/9,000 ft.)
Day 7: Kerung to Saga drive, (200 Km/ 7 hours). O/N at Hotel (4,640m/15,220ft.)
Day 8: Saga to Lake Manasarovar (450 Km/ 6 hours). O/N at Hotel (4,600 m/ 15,100 ft.)
Day 9: Lake Manasarovar to Darchen (35 Km/ 1 hour) for Overnight. (4,670m/ 15,321 ft.)
Day 10: Darchen to Dirapuk (drive 5 Km, trek 15 Km/ 7 hours) First day of Kailash Kora. (5,210m/ 17,093 ft.)
Day 11: Start to walk from Dirapuk to Charansparsha (5,500 m/ 18,046 ft.)- Part of Inner Kora- back to Dirapuk (7 Km/ 7 to 9 hours) (5,210m/ 17,093 ft.)
Day 12: Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk- Passing through Dolma La Pass (5,630m/ 18,471 ft. /9 hours) - Second and hardest day. (4,700m/ 15,091 ft.)
Day 13: Walk Zuthulpuk – Darchen (3 hours) and drive to Saga Town (6 hours) for an Overnight stay. (4,640m/15,220ft.)
Day 14: Drive to Kerung town for an Overnight stay (200 Km/ 7 hours) (2,774 m/9,000 ft.)
Day 15: Kerung to the border to Kathmandu (8 hours) (1,324m/ 4,344 ft.)
Day 16: Departure to your onward destination