Mount Kailash Pilgrimage Tour - 18 Days
A journey of the lifetime!
"A journey of a lifetime that all human being should have made once"
The Holy Mt. Kailash is situated at a height of 6714 m. (22156 ft.) above sea level. For four Major religions of the world, i.e. for Buddhism, Jainism, Bompo (a religion prior to Buddhism in Tibet) and Hinduism, Mount Kailash is the spot of utmost reverence. For the Buddhists, Kailash is the center point of the universe. For the Jains, Kailash is the Mount Ashtapada, a very holy place of pilgrimage. For the Bompo followers, Kailash is the nine-faced swastika mountain and is constantly emanating great power. For the Hindus Kailash is the Sumeru Parvat, the spiritual center of the world around which all the earthly powers revolve. If there are heaven abodes on earth, Mt. Kailash & Mansarovar Lake is to be treasured as the most celestial. Its flames give birth to four great Asian rivers the Indus, Bramaputra, Ganges and Sutlej.
"As the dews are drying up the morning sun light, so are the sins of human beings cleanses up by the sight of the Himalayas, where lord Shiva lived and where the Ganga falls from the foot of Vishnu like the slender thread of a lotus flower. There are no mountain like the Himalayas, for in them are Holy Mt. Kailash and lake Manasarovar." We take you to the most fascinating Kora (Circumambulation) of Kailash on foot, crossing the high pass Dolma La 5636 m. (18600 ft.) above sea level. So as you trek around Mt. Kailash you enjoy the grand views on both sides of the valley and Mt. Kailash from all directions. We also take you for the parikrama (circumambulation) of Manasarovar Lake by jeep and visit some of the Gompas and holy site on the shore of the lake.
It is indeed a rare opportunity and privilege for all devotees who have been dreaming to be close to the home of the Gods in this world.
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ITINERARY 01
PILGRIMAGE JOURNEY TO HOLY Mt. KAILASH & Holy Lake MANASAROVAR by Land
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel. Overnight in Hotel. Day 02: Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu city including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambunath and Budhanilkantha (Sleeping Vishnu Temple). Overnight in Hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Nyalam (Tibet), (123 km drive 3750m. Above sea level). Overnight in Guesthouse. Day 04: Acclimatization day. Explore the surrounding of Nyalam village. Overnight in Guest House. Day 05: Drive to Saga (260 km drive 4600m. above sea level) by crossing (Lalung la pass 5050m and Paigutso lake) Overnight in Guesthouse/ Camp.
Day 06: Drive to Paryang (250 km drive 4750m. above sea level). Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 07: Drive to the holy lake Manasarovar. (210 km drive 4560m. above sea level) Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 08: Morning ritual bath and Puja in holy lake Manasarovar-afternoon drive to Darchen, (35 km drive 4500m. above sea level) Darchen is know as the foot of Mt. Kailash. Overnight stay in Guesthouse.
Day 09: Drive 8 km to Dhapoche. Start the trek to Dirapuk (18 km trekking 6 to 7 hrs walking distance 4750m. above sea level). Overnight in Guesthouse/camp
Day 10: Trek over Dolma La Pass (5636m. above sea level) to Zuthulphuk (22 km walking 7 to 8 hrs 4850m. above sea level). Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp
Day 11: Complete the Kailash Kora in Rongdo (14km 4 hrs walking) and drive back to Manasarovar Lake. Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 12: Full day Manasarovar Parikrama (circumambulation) & Puja. Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 13: Drive to Paryang (270 km). Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 14: Drive to Saga (250 km). Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp
Day 15: Drive to Nyalam(260 km). Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp
Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu (157 km via Friendship Bridge Tibet-Nepal border) Overnight in hotel.
Day 17: Rest day (Shopping / Free day) overnight in hotel
Day 18: Drive to the airport and fly to your next destination.
ITINERARY 02
PLIGRIMAGE JOURNEY TO HOLY MT.KAILASH & LAKE MANASAROVAR BY HELICOPTER TOUR 12 Days Kailash Manasarovar by Helicopter
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 02: Morning sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath, Boudhanath,) Afternoon fly to Nepalgunj. Overnight in hotel.
Day 03: Early mornings fly to Simikot (2850m. above sea level). Explore the surrounding of Simikot village. Overnight in Guesthouse.
Day 04: Morning helicopter fly to Hilsa (Nepal-Tibet Border) and drive to Taklakot (35 km) via Khojmath Monastery. Overnight in Guesthouse. 111
Day 05: Morning drive to Manasarovar Lake (65-km drive 4510m. above sea level) afternoon Ritualbath and puja around holy lake and drive to Darchen, at the foot of Mt. Kailash (4500m. above sea level) overnight in Darchen.
Day 06: Drive to Dhapoche (30 km). Start the trek to Dirapuk. Overnight in Guesthouse/camp (18 km 6 to 7 hrs walking distance 4750m. above sea level)
Day 07: Trek over Dolma La Pass (5636m. above sea level) to Zuthulphuk Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp (22 km 7 to 8 hrs walking distance 4850m. above sea level).
Day 08: Complete the Kailash Kora in Rongdo(14km 4 hrs walking distance) and drive back to Manasarovar Lake.Overnight in Guesthouse/Camp.
Day 09: Morning Manasarovar parikrama with Puja afternoon drive to Taklakot. Overnight in Guesthouse.
Day 10: Drive back to Hilsa and helicopter fly to Simikot. Overnight in Simikot in Guesthouse.
Day 11: Fly to Nepalgunj same day afternoon fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel.
Day 12: Drive to the airport and fly to your next destination.
SPECIAL INTRODUCTION FOR MOUNT KAILASH TRAVELERS
BEST SEASON: May to September
VISA PROCEDURES: Those travelers visiting Tibet necessitate special travel permits only obtainable by approved travel agents. Arriving tourists in Kathamndu with Chinese visas issued by Embassies in their own countries regarded as invalid in entering into Tibet. A requisition of as a minimum 30 days time span in processing Tibet visa via Lhasa is predictable as Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu itself takes generally 5 days for this proceeding.
THE ROAD: The land is dry in Tibet and the road is under reconstructions. Sometime landslide may block the roads but there is no need to worry, because “Chinese Army road builders” are on duty every few Km. The drive to Mt. Kailash is an incredible trip, you will be able to see the world highest Himalayas in the southern range, you will drive in the world highest plateau, meet Tibetan nomads, pilgrims and chanting monks.
WEATHER CONDITIONS IN TIBET: The Tibet climate is dry, cold and windy. Weather can change unexpectedly at any time. It is strongly suggested to wear appropriately, with comfortable walking shoes. Be sure to bring warm cloths, your personal medications and personal toilet items: these items are difficult to get in western Tibet.
RECOMMENDED CLOTHING ITEMS: Down jacket, warm sweaters and shirts, warm trousers, thermal under wear, high neck, long johns, gloves, warm cap and scarf, raincoat or windbreaker jacket, sun hat, trekking shoes with woolen socks, comfortable warm sandal for evening air pillow if needed, towel, torch with extra bulb and batteries, sunglasses, high UV sun protecting cream, lip balm, walking sticks if needed, alarm clock if needed, personal toilet items.
NOTE: Sleeping bags and jackets for temperatures of minus 20o C and hot water bottle will be provided by Across The Himalayas during your Kailash trip.)
ALTITUDE PROBLEMS: As you are traveling at high elevation, you may be affected by altitude sickness (mainly headache, loss of appetite) until your body has adjusted to the elevation. This can take a few hours to a couple of days depending on individuals. Take it lightly, but drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquids and soups. Proper hydration is critical to acclimatization. NOTE: Across The Himalayas Treks Pvt. Ltd will provide oxygen, diamox tablets.
HEALTH AND MEDICINE: It is difficult to find medication shops on the way to Mt. Kailash. Therefore, it is better to carry first aid kit and be aware of the possible problems before starting your trip. While on tour/trekking, the following problems can occur.
- Upset stomach, often caused by change in diet or contaminated food and water is a common ailment. To avoid it, one should pay particular attention to the quality of food and drinks taken on own initiative along the traveling route.
- Cough, cold, sore throats, common in the dry mountain area, can lead to chest infection. Sore throats can best be avoided by attempting not to breathe cold air directly through the mouth. Smoking should also be avoided.
- Joint muscle strains, foot problems and blisters are other hindrances for travelers. Wearing good footwear will help avoiding these problems. A good walking training is obviously the best prevention.
- Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a fatal sickness caused by random altitude ascension. Therefore, climbers ascending 3’000 meters or above should acquire knowledge of proper acclimatization processes. Symptoms of AMS include headache, loss of appetite, swelling of limbs, dizziness, and difficulty in sleeping, irregular breathing, nausea and unusual weariness. Maintaining good fluid intake helps combat altitude sickness. In very acute cases a hurried descent or evacuation to lower altitude is the only effective cure.
OUR EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS: We always take highest quality equipment in high altitude trek and tour. Our tents are made of heavy coated water proof fabric, the inner fly is made of high quality cotton fabric and the floor is made of 100% water proof heavy nylon tarpaulin, poles are made of strong aluminum. The capacity of each tent is 3 persons but we are using them for 2 persons for the comfort of the clients. Beside tents, we provide warm sleeping bags and sleeping mattresses for our clients during the trip.
IMPORTANT PRE – DEPARTURE INFORMATION: Since long time we are traveling in the most remote parts of the world. Most of the time we will be away from modern civilization. We must be well equipped. The group will overnight in Guesthouses or trekking style tented camps. For camping we will provide tents, mattresses and sleeping bags. The dinning tent is our meeting place and reading room, a toilet and shower tent will be put up near by. Bed tea will be served in your tent after a wake-up call at around 8 a.m. (Chinese time). A hot breakfast will be served at the dinning tent. Our Staffteam packs-up the equipment in order to be ready to move at around 11 a.m. We provide you pack lunch at daytime. Our staffs will set up the camp in the evening and the cooking staff will serve you a tea at around 6 p.m. and a dinner at 8 p.m.
RISK & LIABILITY: We Across The Himalayas Treks Pvt. Ltd will put every effort to make your journey very smooth & pleasant. However, all the programs in Tibet are conducted strictly under the rules and regulation of the Tibet Tourism Bureau. Therefore, we or Our Tibetan Counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alterations in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, and political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sicknesses or accidents. Any extra cost occurring because of such a circumstance shall be borne by the clients on the spot. It is strongly advised to our clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accidents. Cancellation insurance is also highly recommended.
WHY TRAVEL WITH US Across The Himalayasis an employee-owned company. The founders of this company are experienced and dedicated travel professionals, all qualified, trained and experienced in operating tours in Nepal & Tibet. An essential element of Across The Himalayasis professionalism in its services: the best hotels or lodges, camping gears, food, cars and friendly and knowledgeable guides are provided in order to make your trip successful. Our aim is to provide a styled and an individual approach to all guests, reminiscent of the age of the old Grand Tours. Our excellent record of customer satisfaction and continued success has led us to expand our range of services. We now offer mountain biking tours, rafting, expeditions, hotel reservations, Wildlife Safaris, trekking and tours to in Nepal & Tibet.
We are registered to the government authorities of Nepal and have maintained a security deposit against any kinds of claim of our unsatisfied clients. So, the money you paid us is secured. Our crew is insured against any kinds of accidents likely to occur while on tours, trekking and expeditions. The Across The Himalayas staff will always control the standard of the services and the facilities, and escorts all the trips.
Terms and Conditions Across TheHimalayaswill endeavor all its experience, energy and efforts to make your trip smooth and successful in all possible ways. However, the management deserves rights to change, modify or alter the program because of unforeseen events like inclement weather, landslides, and road blockades, local political problems or so on, but without changing the quality and the length of the trip. Any extra expenses caused because of these factors should be borne by the clients on the spot. Tour once booked and paid will not be refunded due to client’s personal reasons of cancellation.
Travelers should realize that there are certain kinds of risks in the trips they are doing. Across The Himalayas and its staff or representatives will not be responsible for any kind of losses due to accidents, illness, and theft and so on. So, you are recommended to have a valid insurance against health hazards, accidents, and theft and evacuation charges.
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