Kailash Mansarovar Yatra From Kathmandu

Overview

The Mount Kailash is believed ‘Lord Shiva’s own home’. Every year, hundreds of devotees embark on the treacherous journey to this peak for seeking the blessings of the Lord and take a dip in the holy Mansarovar Lake. Spanning in the duration of 10 days, Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu, arranged by Global Connect Hospitality offers a hassle-free and safe journey. Span of the Yatra spread from April to September every year, when pilgrims trek in batches to reach their Lord’s abode.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu Nepal by Helicopter package is exclusively meant for those who have ardent desire to pay obeisance to Lord Shiva but due to the paucity of time, are unable to take the standard route that takes more than two weeks.

Highlights

1. Dip in the Mansarovar lake
2. Attend all spiritual rituals at Mansarovar.
3. Circumambulation of Mt. Kailash.
4. Darshan of Gauri Kund
5. Sightseeing in Kathmandu, including the famous Pashupatinath Temple and Buddha Nilakanth Darshan
6. Optional Astapad excursion

Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu; our representative will meet at the airport. Get assistance for transfer and escort to the Hotel. Check-in and relax. After darshan of Pashupatinath temple, program briefing will be done at the evening. Dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu.

1. Meals Included：Dinner only
2. Activities : Pashupatinath Darshan, Tour Briefing & Leisure
3. Accomodation：5 Star Hotel on double sharing
4. Transport By: AC Luxury Coach

Day 02: Kathmandu- NepalGunj
Yatra Preparation and afternoon fly to Nepalgunj, overnight at Hotel.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Pashupatinath Darshan, Tour Briefing & Leisure
3. Accomodation：3 Star Hotel on double sharing
4. Transport By: 55 Minutes Flight

Day 03: NepalGunj- Simikot - To Hilsa - Purang
Morning fly to Simikot (3000m) by fixed wing, Fly to Hilsa (3700m) by Helicopter then cross the border drive to purang (3800m) overnight at Hotel.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Travelling
3. Accomodation：Basic Guest House / Lodge on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Flight/Helicopter & Luxury Coach

Day 04 : Purang
Purang full day for leisure & acclimatization.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Acclimatization & Local Sightseeing
3. Accomodation：Basic Guest House / Lodge on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Luxury Coach

Day 05: Purang- Mansarovar
Drive to Manasarovar Lake (4500m.), Parikrama of Mansarovar- 105km and Holy Bath, Puja etc.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Snan & Parikrama of the Mansarovar Lake
3. Accomodation：Basic Guest House / Lodge on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Luxury Bus

Day 06 : Mansarovar To Darchen (4600 M) - 110 Km
Today conduct your holy pilgrimage at the Mansarovar Lake. You will be taken to the special point at the banks of the Mansarovar Lake. Here you can take a dip in the blessed water. Attend the Pooja, hawan and other spiritual activities according to your traditions. After your divine undertakings, proceed to Darchen a journey of 2.5 hours. Overnight stay is arranged at the Guesthouse. You can opt for the Astapad excursion at extra cost. Astapad means eight-steps. It is believed that, Mount Kailash is surrounded by eight smaller mountains, in a lotus shape with eight petals. This excursion is holy and an integral part of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Snan & Parikrama of the Mansarovar Lake
3. Accomodation：Basic Guest House / Lodge on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Luxury Bus

Day 07 : Darchen To Diraphuk (4890 M) - 12km
Today is the first day of Kailash Parikrama. The journey is to be started at the early hours of morning as early as possible, after having breakfast. Your luxury coach drives up to Yumdwari, after which you have an arduous trek for about 6 to 7 hours. Horse can be hired at extra cost for pilgrims unable to walk. Yaks will carry the kitchen utensils and other equipment for the Yatra. Overnight stay at mud house or tent is arranged in Diraphuk (according to availability).

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Trekking for 12 Kms & Kailash Parikrama
3. Accomodation：Basic Mud House / Tent on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Either trek or hire Pony at own Cost

Day 08 : Diraphuk To Zhulthulphuk (4790 M) - 22 Km
This day is the most strenuous in the Yatra. Pilgrims pass through Dolma-La Pass on foot. Snuggled at the height of 5400 meters, the weather is highly unpredictable as at any time snowstorm occurs. Start the journey as early as possible, post breakfast. En-route, make a stop for Darshan of Gaurikund. On arriving Zhulthulphuk, overnight stay at mud house or tent is arranged on the basis of availability.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Trekking for 22 Kms & Kailash Parikrama
3. Accomodation：Basic Mud House / Tent on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Either trek or hire Pony at own Cost

Day 09 : Zhulthupphuk - Hilsa- Simikot
Early morning after breakfast, trek down 12 Kms for Darchen & drive to Hilsa via Purang and fly to Simikot by helicopter overnight at hotel.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Travelling
3. Accomodation：Basic Guest House / Lodge on sharing basis.
4. Transport By: Trek for 12 Kms, Drive by Luxury Coach & Flying by Helicopter

Day 10 : Simikot-Nepalganj-Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast, Fly to Kathmandu via Nepalganj.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner only
2. Activities : Travelling
3. Accomodation：5 Star Hotel on double sharing
4. Transport By: Flight

Day 11 : Kathmandu
After a leisurely breakfast, check out from hotel. Get assistance for transfer to airport. Depart for home or next destination rejuvenated with the blessings of Lord Shiva and the absolving pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar.

1. Meals Included：Breakfast only
2. Activities : Check-out for Kathmandu Airport
3. Transport By: AC Luxury Coach

Inclusion / Exclusion

Cost Includes:

1. Arrival/departure transfers from airport to hotel in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj.
2. 2 Nights decent hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 1 night in Nepalgunj 1 night simikot with all veg. meal.
3. Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.
4. Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Simikot both way air fare.
5. Helicopter from Simikot/Hilsa both way.
6. Accommodation at hotel/guest house during Kailash Yatra full board Veg. meal.
7. A/C Luxury Coach.
8. Nepali Team leader and supporting team.
9. English speaking Tibetan guide
10. Chinese visa.
11. Permit fee of Nepali staff & Client.
12. Humla Restriction fee.
13. Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour.
14. Free Duffel Bag.
15. Yak for Kailash Parikrama for equipments and kitchen utensils only.
16. Gamow bag, oxygen cylinder.

Cost Excludes:

1. Cost for extra night accommodation.
2. Food & transport in case of any delay due to weather or unforeseen reason
3. Evacuation cost.
4. Travel insurance & Expenses of personal nature etc.
5. Service Tax 1.50%

IMPORTANT PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:

Clothing:

Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are recommended to travel to Tibet. Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can be quite chilly to downright cold. Indian woman Pilgrims are strictly advised not to war Sari. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain on the way. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also quite useful to have a route map, to know where you are going and have been each day.

What to take:

Winter wear: Gore-Tex material though expensive is highly recommended to beat the chilling cold. Also carry down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal under wears, Jackets, warm trousers & woolen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woolen gloves, sun hat, sun glass, comfortable shoes, light leather boots in case of snow, woolen balaclava ('monkey cap') & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust and cold.

Bring with you:

Snacks along the way. Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, glucose; 'namkeen' etc. Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets. Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude), Sun glasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes), sun block or sun screen lotion, wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, daypack (small shoulder bag), Camera & films, Binocular.

Health:

This is one of the toughest high altitude road journeys on earth. You Must be physically fit - no two ways about that. Generally patients with asthma & heart problems have a problem acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests, it is essential that you be examined by your doctor to know about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high altitude travel for days in 'no road' conditions, extreme cold, dust, trekking to an altitude of 19500ft during the Parikrama, etc.

Altitude Sickness:

As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite, nausea, exhaustion, sleeplessness, breathlessness etc.) until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take a couple of days or more depending on an individual. For this reason alone, we have made it mandatory to stay 2 nights at Nylam (12000ft) before moving on to the higher altitudes. Be calm, and do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also recommend you carry a strip of diamox tablets. Do consult your physician on the dosage. We provide Gamow bag (a special equipment to prevent sickness from high altitude) on this tour.

Currency:

The unit of Chinese currency is Yuan. USD 1 = 6.00 Yuan. 1 Yuan = INR 10.00 approx, Money can exchange at Bank of China at Zhangmu or from the locals at Zhangmu or Kodari. Exchange all your remaining Yuan at the end of the trip at Zhangmu itself before re-entering Nepal.

Risks & Liability:

Therefore, company and its counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alteration in the program due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrival, delay issue of permit and visa, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurred thereof shall be borne by the clients on the spot.

Schedule

Price

Note : Additional USD 300 will be applicable if the Tibetan government applies the rule of 17 tourists per bus in Tibet side

Special Notes:

1. We strongly advise to allot 1-2 extra days to overcome any delays.
2. Due to the nature of travel, there is always the possibility of change in the schedule. The Tour Operator or its partners shall not be liable for any such delays.
3. Indian Holiday has the right to change the Itinerary in the event of adverse weather condition or any unforeseen reason.
4. The Group will be required to follow the itinerary strictly. The entire Group will enter & exit together as per schedule.