<p>Morning Trek: Zuthul Puk to Darchen (8 km, 2-3 hours)</p><p>After an early breakfast at the guesthouse in Zuthul Puk, you will embark on the final stretch of the Kora. This section of the trail is a gentle descent, following the Barkha plain alongside the river. The terrain gradually transitions from rocky paths to flatter, more accessible ground, making it a relatively easy walk compared to the challenges of Dolma La Pass the previous day.</p><p>Along the way, you’ll pass by mani walls (stone walls inscribed with prayers), prayer flags, and occasional pilgrims making their own sacred journeys. The serene atmosphere is perfect for quiet reflection, as you bid farewell to the mighty Mount Kailash.</p><p>Arrival at Darchen:</p><p>Upon reaching Darchen, you’ll take a brief rest. This is also an opportunity to gather your belongings and refresh before the long drive ahead. Darchen serves as the concluding point of the Kora, and you may take a moment to offer your final prayers or reflect on the spiritual significance of completing this revered pilgrimage.</p><p>Drive from Darchen to Saga (Approximately 8-9 hours, 450 km)</p><p>After the completion of your trek, you’ll board your vehicle for the drive back towards Saga. The return journey retraces part of the route you took earlier, but with the satisfaction of having completed the Kailash Parikrama, the landscapes feel even more serene and meaningful.</p><p>The drive takes you past the sacred Lake Manasarovar once again, offering one last view of its turquoise waters reflecting the surrounding snow-capped peaks. If time permits, you can pause briefly to absorb the beauty and serenity of the lake before continuing the journey.</p><p>Scenic Highlights on the Drive:</p><p>You will drive through the vast Tibetan plateau, passing small nomadic settlements, herds of yaks and sheep, and the occasional view of distant mountain ranges. The majestic peaks of Gurla Mandhata and glimpses of Shishapangma might accompany you along the way.</p><p>Crossing the mighty Brahmaputra River once again is a highlight, as its vast waters weave through the Tibetan landscape, symbolizing life and continuity in this remote region.&nbsp;</p>