Adi Kailash · Om Parvat

Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra (Via Kathgodam)

7 Days · Starting from₹34,500 per person, twin/triple sharing · Departs: Kathgodam Railway Station · Next departure: 29 Sept 2026

Convenient start and end at Kathgodam railway station — ideal if you arrive by train
Darshan of Adi Kailash (Chhota Kailash) at Jolingkong and Om Parvat at Nabhidhang
Kailash Parvat darshan from the Old Lipulekh viewpoint, whenever the border post permits
Kali temple at Kalapani on the route through the Vyas Valley
Inner Line Permit assistance handled end-to-end by our team
Small groups led by Uttarakhand locals who know the Vyas Valley

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This variant of our Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra starts and ends at Kathgodam railway station, making it the easiest option if you are travelling from Delhi, Lucknow, or anywhere on the rail network. Overnight trains reach Kathgodam early morning and our vehicle leaves directly from the station.

The high-altitude core of the yatra is identical to our flagship itinerary: a full acclimatisation day at Gunji (3,200 m), darshan of Adi Kailash at Jolingkong (4,572 m), and the ॐ face of Om Parvat from Nabhidhang (4,340 m). The region requires an Inner Line Permit, and our team handles the process for every yatri.

We are a private tour operator based in Pithoragarh, run by Uttarakhand locals — the Vyas Valley routes are home ground for our drivers and escorts.

Departure calendar

as of 17 Sept 2026

Dates	Price	seats left	Status
1–7 Sept 2026	₹34,500	12	Closed
8–14 Sept 2026	₹34,500	12	Closed
16–22 Sept 2026	₹34,500	12	Closed
22–28 Sept 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
29 Sept–5 Oct 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
6–12 Oct 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
13–19 Oct 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
20–26 Oct 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
27 Oct–2 Nov 2026	₹34,500	12	Open
3–9 Nov 2026	₹34,500	12	Open

Day-wise itinerary

1Kathgodam → Dharchula915 m

Altitude: 915 m

Morning pickup from Kathgodam railway station and a full day's scenic drive via Almora and Pithoragarh to Dharchula on the Kali river. Evening briefing and permit document check. Overnight stay.

2Dharchula → Gunji3,200 m

Altitude: 3,200 m

Climb into the high Vyas Valley through Tawaghat and Lakhanpur, with permit checks en route. Reach Gunji, our base for the darshan days, by afternoon. Short acclimatisation walk in the evening.

3Acclimatisation at Gunji + Kalapani Kali temple3,600 m

Altitude: 3,600 m

A deliberate acclimatisation day at Gunji. Visit the Kali temple at Kalapani, the source of the Kali river. Light walking only, preparing the body for the high darshan days ahead.

4Gunji → Jolingkong — Bhim Ki Kheti, Adi Kailash darshan, Parvati Kund → Gunji4,572 m

Altitude: 4,572 m

Drive to Jolingkong for darshan of Adi Kailash (Chhota Kailash), the Shiva temple, and Parvati Kund (Parvati Sarovar) at its base. Beyond Kuti, the last village of the valley, the road reaches Bhim Ki Kheti just below Jolingkong — the flat, field-like ground that local legend says Bhima ploughed during the Pandavas' exile, and the first close view of Adi Kailash. Return to Gunji by evening.

5Gunji → Nabhidhang — Om Parvat darshan, Kailash Parvat view from Lipulekh (if permitted) → Gunji4,340 m

Altitude: 4,340 m

Drive to Nabhidhang to see the natural ॐ formation in snow on Om Parvat. If the road is open, the weather is clear, and the Army / ITBP post at the border gives clearance, we continue up to the Old Lipulekh viewpoint for darshan of Kailash Parvat itself, across the border in Tibet. No passport or separate permit is needed for this — it depends only on the weather that day and the border post's approval. In past seasons, whenever the viewpoint has been open, our groups have had this darshan — we make sure of it. Time for darshan and photographs before returning to Gunji.

6Gunji → Dharchula915 m

Altitude: 915 m

Descend from the Vyas Valley back to Dharchula. Evening at leisure by the Kali river.

7Dharchula → Kathgodam — yatra concludes554 m

Altitude: 554 m

Full day's return drive to Kathgodam, arriving by evening for onward trains. The yatra concludes with darshan complete and memories for a lifetime.

Altitude profile

Altitude in metres

What’s included

Transport from Kathgodam and back by Sumo / Tempo Traveller and 4x4 in the valley
Accommodation on sharing basis (guesthouses / homestays en route)
Vegetarian meals — breakfast and dinner daily, packed lunch on darshan days
Inner Line Permit fees and complete documentation assistance
Experienced local tour escort throughout the yatra
First-aid kit and pulse oximeter with the escort vehicle

What’s not included

Train or air travel to Kathgodam
Lunches other than packed lunches on darshan days
Personal expenses, tips, and porter charges
Travel insurance (recommended for high-altitude travel)
Any cost arising from weather, roadblocks, or medical evacuation
Anything not listed under inclusions

Permits & preparation

This yatra requires an Inner Line Permit (ILP). Keep your Aadhaar card, passport-size photos, and basic medical fitness details ready — our team handles the entire process. A basic level of fitness is required for the altitude.

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Best time to visit

MayJuneSeptemberOctober

Frequently asked questions

Which trains work best for the Kathgodam start?

Overnight trains from Delhi (such as the Ranikhet Express) reach Kathgodam early morning, and our vehicle leaves directly from the station — you lose no day to the connection. We confirm your train timing on WhatsApp before departure.

Is the Inner Line Permit included?

Yes — fees and the full application are included. Share your Aadhaar, photos, and medical fitness certificate on WhatsApp 2–3 weeks ahead and our team handles the rest.

Does this route include the acclimatisation day?

Yes. Day 3 is a full acclimatisation day at Gunji with the Kalapani Kali temple visit — the same safety-first structure as our flagship route. We do not sell a version without it.

What vehicle is used?

Sumo or Tempo Traveller from Kathgodam to Dharchula depending on group size, then 4x4s suited to the Vyas Valley roads for the high sections.

Can senior citizens do this yatra?

Seniors regularly complete it. We ask every yatri for a medical fitness certificate, carry a pulse oximeter with the escort, and recommend travellers above 65 get a specific altitude go-ahead from their doctor before booking.