Duration: 13 Days
Route: Kathmandu - Mt. Kailash / Mansarovar Lake – Kathmandu
This divine Kailash Mansarovar tour journey commences from Kathmandu after spending initial two days there. Before setting off for this sacred trip; we reckon, it makes sense to have kind blessings from shri Pashupatinath and Sleeping Bishnu (Shesh Narayan); as well as plead for a successful yatra. So, the second day, we spend our entire time visiting Shri Pashupatinath temple, Mata Guheswari temple, and Sleeping Bishnu temple (also called Budhanilkantha Narayan or Jal Narayan or Shesh Narayan).
During the morning hour, group members who are interested to go for the Everest flight can proceed to the airport. The flight operates every morning from Kathmandu and total duration of flight is approximately 45 minutes to an hour. After taking off from Kathmandu, if we found the weather cloudy, hazy, and rainy; as a result mountains are not visible; in such case we will get full refund from the airlines. This is an optional activity.
The third day, early morning we commence an overland journey to Kyirong (border town of Nepal/China border) that takes about 6 hours from Kathmandu. The following day, we cross the border then drive to Kyirong, the most beautiful town of Tibet.
The day to day activities have given below, please check.
Inclusive
- 2nights accommodation in Kathmandu in 3star category with breakfast, lunch & dinner [Pure veg. Meals].
- Accommodation in Tibet with breakfast lunch & dinner [Pure veg. Meals] using Guest Houses except during Kailash Parikarma, accommodation will be at tented camp.
- Mineral water throughout Kailash Yatra.
- Kathmandu arrival and departure transfers by private A/C coach.
- One half-day Kathmandu sightseeing tour covering Pashupatinath & Budanilkantha by private A/C coach.
- Kathmandu-Kodari- Kathmandu transfer by private.
- In Tibet, land transfer by luxury bus.
- Supporting truck to carry luggage, food, equipment etc.
- Yak & Yakmen for trekking equipment and food during Kailash Parikarma.
- Highly qualified and experienced Sherpa staff throughout the trip.
- Tibetan Guide.
- All camping gears.
- Air compressor bag [Gammo Bag].
- First Aid Kit.
- Oxygen Cylinder
- Permit
- Normal Chinese Visa fee.
- Walky talky.
- Windcheater Jacket.
- Duffle bag & Certificates.
Complimentary:
Exclusive
- Tickets to Kathmandu and return.
- Nepal visa for NRIs / foreigners.
- All personal expenses like telephone calls, tips, shopping, laundry, cold/hard drinks etc.
- Personal call from mobile phones, there will be charge as per the use.
- Personal use of pony (horse) / porter during Parikarma [Kora].
- Single room supplement in Kathmandu.
- Any extra services such as extra vehicle / hotel nights / sightseeing tours than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Evacuation cost, Travel Insurance.
- Service which are not mentioned above in inclusion part. Extra cost such as extra night stay than mentioned in the itinerary, ill health, cancellation, changes in itinerary that are incurred due to unforeseen reasons such as road blockage due to land
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Arrival at Int’l/Dom Airport, our representative will welcome you with Rudhrakchha Mala and escort you to your hotel. Check in at hotel and refresh. At the hotel you will be briefed about your tour program by our representative. Evening free to visit casino or enjoy walking in Thamel area. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
07:00PM – A short briefing about Kailash Mansarovar Yatra before dinner
Meal: Dinner Only at Hotel
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel – Mahadev Hotel, Tibet hotel or similar
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Drive to Kodari
8:00 AM – After Breakfast – Half day sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa
12:00PM – Packing and preparation for the trip
01:00PM – Drive to Kodari (Nepal-China border 120 km-5hrs) and stay at Kodari guest house.
Meal: Breakfast & Lunch at Hotel in Kathmandu, Dinner at Kodari guest House
Accommodation: Kodari Guest House or similar
Day 03: Drive from Kodari to Nyalam
11:00 AM ( Depends on the situation ) – After visa formalities you will be transferred to Tibetan guide and drivers in AC coach along with our staff, guide and Sherpas. Proceed to Nyalam (54 km-2hr).
Meal: Breakfast at Kodari, Lunch and Dinner at Nyalam.
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Pilgrims Inn, Nyalam Guest House or similar
Day 04: At Nyalam – Rest Day
All Day – Entire day free for acclimatization. Short treks will be taken in preparation for the Kailash Yatra.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Pilgrims Inn, Nyalam guest house or similar
Day 04: At Nyalam – Rest Day
Entire day free for acclimatization. Short treks will be taken in preparation for the Kailash Yatra.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Pilgrims Inn, Nyalam guest house or similar
Day 05: Drive to Dongba
09:00 AM – After Breakfast – Drive to Dongba (335 km – 7hrs) en-route passing Thorong La, Paigu-Tso Lake and Brahmaputra River.
Meal: Breakfast at Nyalam, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Dongba
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Mu bing Chung or similar.
Day 06: Drive from Dongba to Mansarovar Lake
08:00 AM – Drive towards Mansarovar Lake (7hrs) crossing beautiful places and stay at the shore of the Lake. Fill spiritual water.Parikrama of Mansarovar Lake by vehicle (2 hrs-110 km)
Meal:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge or similar
Day 07: Drive to Darchen
Most of the day – Take holy bath and perform Puja (prayer ritual) at Mansarovar Lake
04:00 PM – Drive to Darchen (2hrs)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge or similar
Day 08: First Day of Outer Kora – Trek to Dirapuk
10:00AM – After short drive, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yama Dwar. This is starting point for Kora. We will trek to Dirapuk (4860 m) which is 12 kms trek (5-6 hrs). You will visit North face of Mt. Kailash and touching the feet of Mt. Kailash (Charan Sparsh). Travellers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen / Mansarovar and wait for rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama.
Meal: Breakfast at Mansarovar, Lunch & Dinner at Mansarovar OR on the way during Parikrama
Accommodation: Lodge / Mud house or tented camp on the way during Parikrama
Day 09: Second Day of Outer Kora – On to Zuthulphuk with Trek to Dolma La Pass
07:00AM – Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass and proceed to Zuthulpuk (22 km trek for 7-8 hours trek). This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek up to the 18,600 ft. From descend to Gaurikund and further trek along with the river to Zuthul-puk.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Stay at the Lodge (Zuthul-puk) / Tented Camp
NOTE: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Mansarovar or Darchen
Day 10: Drive to Dongba
08:00AM – After short Trek (2 hrs) and reach to the point where the coach will be waiting and we will drive to Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting and drive to Dongba
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Mu bing Chung or similar
Day 11: Drive back to Nyalam
09:00 AM – Drive back to Nyalam. From today you will be leaving this holy place.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Xixa pangma, Pilgrims Inn, Nyalam guest house or similar
Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu
08:00 AM – Drive to Kodari (Nepal-China border)
12:00 PM – After custom formalities continue the drive to Kathmandu (120 km- 4hrs).
Arrival and check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Meal: Breakfast at Nyalam, Lunch at Kodari, Dinner at Kathmandu
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
Day 13: DEPARTURE
“SPECTACULAR FLIGHTS TO MOUNTAIN” - Mountain flight appeals to all categories of travellers, trekkers. For those people who has desire to make Mountain flight in Nepal, lack of time or physical fitness, can experience breath-taking as well as the closer panorama of the Himalayan Ranges with the Mountain Flights. The mountain flight gives the best opportunity to get the closest and the best view of Mount Everest (8,850mts) & other mountains such as; Shisa Pangma (8,013m), Gauri Shanker (7,134m), Melungtse (7,023m), Cho Oyu (8,201m), Pumori (8,171m), Nuptse (7,855m),
Lhotse (8,516m) & Amadablam (6,856m). The flights are operated every morning from Kathmandu airport which fly at an average altitude of 6,500 - 7,000 meters. Circling Mount Amadabalm to enter the Khumbu valley, we take the passengers almost five nautical miles from the highest peak in the world - Mt. Everest (weather permitting).
After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your flight to home. We ensure that you will leave Nepal with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime.
Meal: Breakfast Only
Optional: You can also join with group to Muktinath & Manakamana Darshan
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HOTELS / GUESTHOUSES WE USE DURING THE TRIP:
PLACES | NAME OF HOTELS | REMARKS |
KATHMANDU | HOTEL MARSHYANGDI / THE AMADABLAM HOTEL | 3 STAR |
SHYABRUBESHI | GUEST HOUSE | DORMITORY RROM WITH COMMON BATH ROOM. |
NYALAM | SHISHPANGA GUEST HOUSE OR SIMILAR | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |
DZONGBA | SHISHPANGA GUEST HOUSE | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |
LAKE MANASAROVAR | PARAMARTH GUEST HOUSE OR SIMILAR | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |
DARCHEN | HOTEL SHANG SHONG OR SIMILAR | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |
DERAPHUK | SHISHPANGAM GUEST HOUSE | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |
ZUTULPHUK | NORPEL GUEST HOUSE OR MUDHOUSE | DORMITORY ROOM WITH COMMON TOILET. NO SHOWER. |