Seek Stillness
Stillness before the mountain
The 2026 Kailash
Mansarovar Collection
Flagship yatra and aerial darshan , plus specialised routes and programmes opening soon. Explore every trail below for galleries, dates, inclusions, and booking.
For centuries, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has drawn seekers from across the world. Mount Kailash is closed to climbers — approached only on foot or by air for darshan.
Citius Spiritual Trails offers two programmes for 2026: the full 14-day yatra or a 2-night aerial darshan. Both routes reach the same sacred sites — choose based on time, fitness, and travel preference.
“The mountain does not judge your path. It only reflects your devotion.”
Tradition-led planning
Rituals, stops, and pacing planned around traditional yatra practice.
Safety First
Experienced guides, medical support, and acclimatization protocols at every step.
Comfort & Care
Quality accommodation, pure vegetarian meals, and coordinated ground transport.
Site briefings
Guides explain the history and significance of each site along the route.
Two Ways to Kailash
Compare the 14-day yatra and 2-night aerial darshan. Both reach Kailash and Mansarovar — the difference is duration, physical effort, and how you travel.
14-Day Yatra
Complete pilgrimage with Kora , tap for full page
2N/3D Aerial
Divine darshan without trek , tap for full page
14 Days
Complete immersion
2N/3D
Weekend retreat
5,650m (trek)
Physical challenge
32,000 ft (flight)
Comfortable altitude
High - Trekking
3 days of Kora
Minimal - Road & air
No walking required
Fit yatris, adventurers
Ages 15-70, fit
Seniors, families, busy professionals
All ages welcome
Full Kora + Lake dip
Complete pilgrimage
Aerial darshan + Temple
Divine sight from sky
14-Day Yatra Includes
- Complete 53km Kora (circumambulation)
- Holy dip in Lake Mansarovar
- Pashupatinath Temple darshan
- Drolma La Pass crossing (5,650m)
Contact us for current rates and availability
Aerial Darshan Includes
- Chartered flight with window seat guarantee
- Aerial views of Kailash & Mansarovar
- Bageshwari Temple pooja & hawan
- Lucknow-Nepalgunj transport in Innova
Contact us for current rates and availability
Pilgrimage routes
Choose a path below for full itineraries, galleries, departure windows, and booking options. Flagship 2026 programmes are open; specialised routes are opening soon.
Kailash Mansarovar 2026
Kora routes
The Path Along the Yatra
Key stops on the Kailash Mansarovar route — each with its own history and ritual significance.
Sacred Site
Pashupatinath Temple
Kathmandu, Nepal • 1,400m
The Pashupatinath Temple complex, located on the banks of the Bagmati River, is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu. For Kailash yatris, this is the spiritual commencement point — seeking Lord Shiva's blessings before embarking on the journey to his abode.
Sacred Site
Lake Mansarovar
Tibet • 4,590m
Pilgrims perform parikrama, take the sacred bath, and collect holy water at this turquoise lake on the Tibetan plateau.
Sacred Site
Mount Kailash
Tibet • 6,638m (peak)
Rising 6,638 meters into the Tibetan sky, Mount Kailash is sacred to four religions — Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon. No human has ever summited this peak; it remains a sacred space accessible only through the 53-kilometer kora (circumambulation).
Sacred Site
Drolma La Pass
En route Kailash Kora • 5,650m
At 5,650 meters, Drolma La (Goddess Tara Pass) is both the physical and spiritual climax of the Kora. Here, yatris leave offerings, prayers tied to stones, and symbolically release their burdens. The descent past Gaurikunda marks spiritual rebirth.
Sacred Site
Gaurikunda
Below Drolma La • 5,400m
Gaurikunda, the lake of Goddess Parvati (Gauri), lies frozen near Drolma La. It represents the divine feminine — the Shakti that complements Shiva's consciousness. Yatris pause here to honor the feminine principle before completing the descent.
Sacred Site
Yama Dwar
Kailash Kora Start • 4,700m
Yama Dwar, the 'Gate of Yama' (the God of Death), marks the symbolic start of the inner journey. Here, yatris ritually 'die' to their old selves before beginning the Parikrama. Beyond this gate, the external world fades and the inner journey intensifies.
“The mountain does not call those who are ready. It calls those who are willing to be transformed.”
Yatri Testimonials
Past participants on the Kailash Mansarovar yatra and aerial darshan programmes.
“The 14-day route crossed Drolma La Pass — harder than we expected, but the guides kept us moving. Citius handled permits, hotels, and meals. The medical team checked on us daily during acclimatization.”
Rajesh & Meena Sharma
Delhi
14-Day Kailash Yatra 2024
“At 68, I thought my chance to see Kailash had passed. The aerial tour was perfect — I got my darshan without the physical strain. Looking at Kailash from the window seat, I wept with gratitude. The team treated us senior yatris with such respect and patience.”
Anita Desai
Mumbai
Aerial Darshan 2024
“I've done many treks in the Himalayas, but nothing prepared me for the energy of Mount Kailash. The Parikrama was challenging but the Citius guides kept us motivated with stories and spiritual context. The Pashupatinath visit at the start set the tone perfectly.”
Vikram Patel
Ahmedabad
14-Day Kailash Yatra 2023
“We took my 72-year-old father on the aerial tour. The look on his face when he saw Kailash from the sky said everything. Pure vegetarian meals, comfortable hotels, and the window seat guarantee — the logistics were handled well throughout.”
Priya & Family
Bangalore
Aerial Darshan 2024
Over 1,000 yatris have travelled with Citius Spiritual Trails.
Compare the two routesYour Trust, Our Commitment
Yatris served
15+ Years Operating
Yatra logistics and route planning backed by 15+ years of Himalayan pilgrimage operations.
Safety record
Safety Protocols
Emergency protocols, medical support, oxygen cylinders, and trained guides at every altitude.
Days on the full yatra
Traditional Practice
Rituals performed in traditional form. Sites approached with guidance on local custom.
Glimpses of
the Sacred
Photos from previous yatras — devotion, rest stops, and the Himalayan route.
Photos from previous departures.
Plan Your 2026 Yatra
Speak with a yatra specialist to compare the 14-day route and aerial darshan programme. We'll walk you through dates, inclusions, and fitness requirements.
Early registration recommended. 2026 departures filling fast.
