Mt. Kailash (6714m) is the holiest mountain in Tibet and is one of the famous pilgrimage sites for Hindus and Buddhists. Mount Kailash, is believed to have been formed 30 million years ago when Himalayas were in their early stage of formation, is one of the most revered places in the Himalayas. To Tibetans, Mt. Kailash is known as the Ghang Rimpoche (Jewel of the Snow) of Tise (Tibetan name). Circumference (Kora in Tibetan) around Mt. Kailash that takes a minimum of 3 days is the holiest and difficult part of this journey. The Kailash – Manasarovar yatra starts and finishes at Darchen (4550m), a small settlement serving as the base camp to the mountain. The highest point in route around Mt. Kailash is Droma La Pass (5550m).
The ancient text, Rigveda has a mention of the Himalayas, their formation and sacredness. The most sacred peak in the Himalayan range, Mount Kailash, is said to have been formed 30 million years ago during the early stages of the formation of the Himalayan chain. According to the Jains, at the dawn of history their first law giver, Rishabhdev attained Nirvana on Mount Kailash. Near Mount Kailash, during the geological shift in the initial stages of the formation of the Himalayan mountain chain four rivers arose from the area, flowing in four different directions : the Indus flowed north, the Karnali south, the Yarlung Tsangpo flowed east and Sutlej travelled west. This tour is organized from May till September. The starting point of the tour is Kathmandu.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1300 m):
Welcome at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Our representative will greet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in and stay overnight. In the evening visit Pashupatinath for Arati & back to hotel for dinner.
Day 02: After Breakfast visit Hindus Temple and after lunch briefing about the Kailash Yatra, and time for personal shopping.
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Nyalam 3750 m (150 km)
After early breakfast we drive through Bhaktapur, Dhulikhel and reach Friendship Bridge (i.e. Nepal-China border). From here we walk for about 10 minutes to cross Friendship Bridge and meet our Tibetan guide and land cruiser drivers. After all the immigration and custom formalities at the Chinese check post here, our journey continues for another 35 km which can take almost 3 hours through the up-winding road to Nyalam with beautiful scenery. Then, you will be transferred to the guest house in Nyalam (3700m). The facilities of the guesthouse are very simple and basic. We stay free and spend overnight here. Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 04: Nyalam – day free for acclimatization.
Today is free for acclimatization. We will be going for short trek which is in preparation for Kailash Parikrama and it helps us to acclimatize fast. Overnight stay at guest house.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05: Nyalam – Saga 4450 m (240 km) (passing through Lalung-La 5050 m) (6-7 hrs)
Early breakfast and drive to Saga. First long drive over the sandy and rocky land of Tibet, other things like lake, nomads chasing thousands of yaks and sheep keeping you busy. Today you will be passing through the first highest pass Lalung-La 5050m. Stop and stay for about 10 minutes at Lalung-La and experience how you feel at an altitude of 5050 m. You can see the superb view of Gaurishankar, Shishapangma to Langtang Himal. Continue drive through Khunmen Tso, Sinling, Karru Ongchen and Peigutso Lake (4400m). We will be crossing River Brahmaputra (Tibetan name “Yarling Tsangpo”) to reach Saga (4640m). Overnight stay at guest house. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06: Saga – Paryang 4600 m. (185 km)
After breakfast drive to Paryang. Passing through many villages and camps of yak herders. Far south you can see snow- capped mountain peaks. Most of the time you will be driving on plains, hence a comfortable drive. Arrive in Paryang and enjoy hot tea. Overnight stay at guest house. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07: Paryang – Mansarovar 4558 m (277 km)
Early breakfast and get ready for longest driving day. Late afternoon you can have first view of Holy Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar. Hore – a small village is situated near Holy Mansarovar Lake. Holy Mansarovar (14950 ft/4558m) – the highest lake of fresh water with turquoise complexion in the world is full of fishes and swans. Holy Mt. Kailash, Mt. Gurula-Mandala, Lake Rakshash are lying on its surrounding. The region is considered rich for gold and other mines, hot springs and hundreds of wild living creatures. Night will be spending at Chui Gompa. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 08: Mansarovar – Tarchen (40 km)
Holy Mansarovar is the lake of compassion, tranquility and bliss. After completing the memorable morning bath and puja we will be heading for Holy Mansarovar Parikrama by landcruiser with packed lunch and continue drive towards Tarchen (Darchen). If time permits, we visit Chui Gompa. Tarchen is considered as a base camp for Holy Kailash Parikrama. During the auspicious pilgrimage time, this place will be flooded with pilgrims with hundreds of tents all around. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 09: Tarchen – Tarboche (13 km drive) – Dirapuk (4860 m.) (7 km trek / 5 – 6 hrs)
After breakfast drive to Tarboche – starting point of Kailash Parikrama. Tarboche is also known as outer “Asthapath”. It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feeling that Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessing to you. Time to time the face of Kailash Parbat will be kept on appearing. For 7 km trail it takes almost 7 hrs. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Dirapuk – Zuthulpuk (4760 m) (18 km trek / 9-10 km) (passing through Dolma-la pass 5,200 m)
Today you will be climbing to Drolma-la (Dolma-La 18600 ft) and than descending gradually to Zuthulpuk (4760m). Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go closer to the pass.Today is the most difficult day of the trek. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation to forget in eternity. Once your steps go down, Parvati-stal and Gauri Kunda are on the way. By late afternoon you will arrive in Zuthulpuk (the cave of Miracles, the great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have preformed miracles here).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11: Zuthulpuk – Tarchen (Darchen) (10 km / 4-5 hrs) – Mansarovar (end of Kailash Parikrama)
Morning free time to explore the caves, temples and shrine around Milarepa cave. After walking 3 hours, all the driving crew will be waiting for your arrival. By late afternoon you will be at your lodge/camp near Mansarovar Lake. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12: Drive Mansarovar to Dongba
After breakfast at the guest house, begin your 8-hour 366 km drive back to Dongba. On arrival, check in at the guest house for dinner and overnight stay in Dongba.
Day 13: Drive Dongba to Nyalam
After breakfast at the guest house, drive back to Nyalam. The 8-hour journey takes you through 376 km of spectacular Himalayan landscape. On arrival, check in at the guest house for dinner and overnight stay in Nyalam.
Day 14: Drive Nyalam to Kathmandu
After an early morning breakfast, take a 1½-hour drive to Zhangmu (26 km from Nyalam). On arrival in Kodari Border, complete the immigration formalities to cross the Friendship Bridge on foot. On the other end, board the jeep for a drive back to Kathmandu. On arrival, check in at the hotel for dinner and overnight rest.
Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport to board the flight for your home country or to continue your onward destination.
01. 3 night’s accommodation in Kathmandu at hotel on twin sharing room on B.B Basis.
02. One day guided tour in Kathmandu.
03. 11 night’s accommodations in Tibet on group sharing basis using guesthouse / camp.
04. Freshly cooked vegetarian meals 3 times a day.
05. Supporting crew including our own cooks.
06. Permits for Mansarovar and Kailash Kora (Parikrama).
07. Tibet Tourism Board (TTB) approved guide.
08. Transportation by 4500 Land cruisers (4 people each) – Tibet part & Non AC buses - Nepal side
09. Chinese visa fee
10. All equipments for camping
11. Tents, mattress, dinning tent, kitchen tent, kitchen utensils, etc
12. Experienced tour leader / co-coordinator with each group
13. Enough Oxygen cylinder entire of tour
14. Yaks and Yak-men to carry baggage, food, fuel etc while making Parikrama of Mt. Kailash
01. Yak / Pony Charges ((will cost approximately US$ 280- US$ 325 per yak/pony and driver for three days, irrespective of the number of days or hours used).
02. Personal expenses like shopping, phone calls, extra drinks, laundry, yak etc.
03. Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities, flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, accidents etc.
04. Tips to drivers, hotel staff.
05. Extra cost of transportation, Porterage etc involved due landslides, snowfall. Services other than specified. Extra days stay at Kathmandu / any other place.
NOTE: Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.
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