Aadi Kailash Yatra 2026 - 11 Days by Road
11 Days | Delhi → Nainital → Almora → Dharchula → Gunj → Adi Kailash | ₹49,000 per person
The Aadi Kailash Yatra 2026 is an 11 day sacred journey to the abode of Lord Shiva in the Kumaon Himalaya of Uttarakhand. Backed by 25 years of yatra experience, Shivam Yatra Service takes you from Delhi through Nainital, Almora, Pithoragarh and Dharchula to Gunj, Nabidang and Jyolingkong for darshan of Adi Kailash and Om Parvat. The package is priced at ₹49,000 per person.
Because Adi Kailash lies entirely within India, this is the Kailash darshan that needs no China visa - only an Inner Line Permit and medical clearance, both of which are arranged and paid for by us at Dharchula. Along the way you visit the Neem Karoli Baba Temple, trek to the Mahavatar Babaji Cave, descend into the Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave, stand at Kalapani where the river Kali is born, and walk to Parvati Sarovar and the Adi Kailash Temple at 14,300 ft. Rudra Homam and Ganapathy Homam are performed for the group at Adi Kailash.
Trip Brief
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Delhi to Kathgodam / Nainital (300 km / 9 hrs). Reach Delhi by train or flight. Our team picks you up and you travel to Kathgodam / Nainital by road in an Innova (5 to 6 persons per vehicle). Enjoy a comfortable drive with scenic views en route. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Kathgodam / Nainital to Almora (120 km / 5 hrs). After breakfast visit the Neem Karoli Baba Temple in Nainital, then travel to the Mahavatar Babaji Cave (6 km trek one way). Scenic drive onward to Almora and overnight stay at the hotel.
Almora to Pithoragarh (200 km / 6 hrs) - 4,500 ft. After breakfast visit the Kolu Devatha Temple and travel to Patal Bhuvaneshwar for darshan inside the cave, descending about 100 feet with the help of a local pandit and guide. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Pithoragarh to Dharchula (140 km / 5 hrs) - 3,080 ft. Travel to Dharchula for the medical test and Inner Line Permit process. Visit the Siva temple for yagna, then cross the bridge over the Kali river to visit the Nepal side (Darchula). Overnight stay in the hotel.
Dharchula to Gunj (80 km / 5 hrs) - 10,500 ft. Travel alongside the Kali Varsha river to Gunj for acclimatisation, passing the naturally scenic villages of Garbayang and Malpa and enjoying the Flower Valley. Overnight stay in a guest house.
Gunj to Nabidang to Gunj (80 km / 5 hrs) - 14,200 ft. Travel to Nabidang to view Om Parvat via Kalapani, the origin place of the river Kali. Darshan at the Kalapani Temple and a view of the Vyasa Muni Kuta cave. Overnight stay at Nabi.
Gunj to Jyolingkong to Gunj (35 km / 1.5 hrs) - 14,300 ft. From Nabi travel to Jyolingkong, viewing Pandav Parvat and Kunthi Parvat on the way, and receive Lord Shiva’s darshan of Adi Kailash. From the Jyolingkong base point visit Gauri Kund, then walk or take a pony for 2 km to Parvati Sarovar and the Adi Kailash Temple, with views of the Annapoorna and Abi peaks. Overnight stay at Nabi.
Gunj to Dharchula. With the fulfilment and blessings of Lord Shiva, descend from Nabi / Gunj to Dharchula through a scenic route. Peaceful overnight stay.
Dharchula to Almora / Jageshwar Dham. Travel to Almora and visit the Jageshwar Temple and Kuberan Temple. Relaxing overnight stay at the hotel in Almora.
Almora / Jageshwar Dham to Kathgodam. After breakfast travel from Almora to Kathgodam. Time for shopping at the local market. Relax and overnight stay.
Kathgodam to Delhi Airport Drop. After breakfast travel to Delhi and drop at the railway station / airport. Return home with the fulfilled darshan of Adi Kailash and Om Parvat.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- All meals with 1 litre mineral water bottle per day
- Transport by Innova and 4x4 vehicle (Dharchula round trip)
- Accommodation in hotel / homestay
- All days food during travel
- Inner Line Permit and medical test cost included
- Tour guide and trek assistance
- First aid support
- All transfers and sightseeing
- Rudra Homam and Ganapathy Homam at Adi Kailash
- Complimentary Rudraksha mala, rain coat and shoulder bag
Exclusions
- Chennai to Delhi train / flight fare
- GST 5%
- Additional expenses caused by natural calamities
- Pony or porter charges at Jyolingkong (optional)
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions
Booking & Important Notes
- Departure dates: Prothosam-1 on 02/09/2026 (Wednesday) and Prothosam-2 on 02/10/2026 (Friday).
- Advance booking amount: ₹15,000 per person.
- Group offers: special rates are available for groups.
- Complimentary gifts - Rudraksha mala, rain coat and shoulder bag for every yatra participant.
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