Kailash Mansarovar(9 Nights 10 Days)

Mt. Kailash, located in far west corner of Tibet is the most sacred peak of Asia. The beauty of the 6700-meter high Mount Kailash, that looks like a symmetrical cone shaped rock capped by pure crystalline ice all the time, is echoed in various mythological and literary works. Dominating the north of the Himalayan Barrier with its spectacular view, the Mount Kailash is equally venerated as the holiest pilgrimage site by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Bön-Po. Tibetans regard this mountain as the manifestation of Mount Meru, “the navel of the earth” where founder of Bon religion, Tonpa Shenrab, is believed to have descended from heaven.

The Hindus are as the abode of Lord Shiva, Buddhists are as the abode of Samvara and Jains are as a scared site where their prophet, Rishaba attained spiritual enlightenment. With its four sheer walls, distinctive snow-capped peak, and valleys interspersed with brightly-clad Tibetan pilgrims, Mount Kailash or Kang Rimpoche (‘precious snow-peak’, as known by the Tibetans) is an awe-inspiring sight. Four great rivers of Asia: the Karnali, the Indus, the Sutlej and the Brahmaputra (Tsangpo) originate from here. A three-day trek (Parikrama or Kora) around Mount Kailash over a 5630 meter Drolma La (pass), clockwise for Buddhists and Hindus, and anti-clockwise followers of the ancient Bon religion, is said to erase the sins of a lifetime.

To complete the Kailash pilgrimage one should bath in the sacred Lake Manasarovar, stunningly set on the Tibetan plateau bordered by the majestic Gurla Mandata.

ABOVE COST INCLUDES:
NEPAL PORTION:

Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers,
Half day Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu
2 nights’ 3/4 Star Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu on AP(Vegetarian Meals) basis,

IN TIBET:

Accommodation in basic lodges & camps will be provided,
Sleeping bags will be provided on refundable basis,
03 vegetarian meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner),
Scheduled flight Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu
Scheduled flight Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj
Charter helicopter flight share by 5-6 person Simikot – Hilsa – Simikot
Twin sharing room in Nepalgunj and Simikot on full board,
Transport in Tibet will be by good & comfortable Bus for the clients,
One support truck for the crew, equipment & food carrying,
Tibet visa fee,
Tibet travel permits fee,
Entrance fees to monasteries and monuments,
Necessary airport/hotel/airport transfers,
English speaking Tibetan guide,
Gammon bag,
oxygen cylinders payable if used,
Duffel bags,
Drinking water,
Yak & Yak man to carry luggage, food & equipment during kora,
Upper Humla permit fee for clients and helicopter,

COST DOES NOT INCLUDES:

In case need of extra nights in lodge (except the mentioned on itinerary),
Yaks & yak man, Horse, Porter & Helpers required for personal use during Parikrama,
All the expenses for Rescue/ Evacuation or partition from the main group due to sickness,
Flight or any costs TO or FROM Kathmandu from your destination/ home town,
Any cost for those who separate from the main group will be extra,
Personal travel insurance,
Nepal visa,
Personal nature expenses such as Drinks, Laundry, & Tips etc.,
Any expenses for Natural calamities Land slide, Snow,
Flight delays,
Rescheduling,
Cancellations,
Medical evacuations,
Riots,
Strikes,
Domestic excess baggage charges and airport taxes.
Tips for supporting staff
Services other than specified,

Packing List (Yatri need to bring along with them)

A small pack bag
Enough clothing for the whole Yatra. Do not over load,
First aid kit (typical backpacking kit for minor injuries/ our guide also will carry).
Any regular medicines that you take,
Toiletries’ kit (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, towels etc).
Water bottle / Thermos flask for hot water (2 liters).
Sports shoes (Good one for walking)
Woolen socks (around 4 pairs).
Wool/thermal long underwear (shirt and pants, which is easier to wear while doing Parikrama). Note : Ladies to carry a pair of Salwar Kameez / Pants for the Parikrama
Underpants (3 or 4).
Gloves.
Sunglasses.
Sun lotion cream.
Nuts, biscuits, powder juice.
Rain wear (Umbrella or Raincoat)
Torch / Candle / Matchsticks

Risk and Liabilities:
We endeavor to make your journey smooth and pleasant as possible. However the entire program in Tibet is conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of China Tibet Tourism Bureau, People Army and Foreign Affair. Therefore, Ying Yang International Travel & Tours (P) Ltd. & its related organizations will not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances such as Government restriction, land slide, road blockage, flood, snow, and Political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, Delay due to shortage of Land Cruiser Jeep in Tibet, sickness or Accident. Any extra cost including there shall be borne by traveler themselves.
Document:
Minimum 6 months valid passport and two copies of pp size photograph. A normal health certificate from your personal doctor to those are 60 years and above by age.
Fitness:
This is not a trek or expedition but a tour; therefore no specific level of fitness is required. Anybody can join this Yatra if they think themselves fit and have strong willpower. People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult to their doctor.
Insurance:
Full travel insurance coverage for medicine, Helicopter evacuation if in case of emergency, lost of belongs, and trip cancellation is strongly recommended
Trip booking:
Minimum 30 days advance booking is required to arrange visa approval and Travel permit issue. We need 50% advance of tour payment by bank or Cash payment while booking the trip.
Chinese visa application:
1 week before original passport and 2 pp sizes photo should reach our office in Delhi. Those who are above 65 years may reject visa by Chinese Authority.
Illegal: 500 and 1000 notes from India are illegal to bring in Nepal; it can be confiscated at airport.

Tour Cancellation policy

All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written.
Verbal cancellations will not be entertained.
21days period from tour departure date 30% cancellation.
15 days period from tour departure date 50% cancellation.
7 days and less period no show 100% cancellation.
Above rules are applicable as per the rules and regulation of China Tibet Tourism Bureau and (CIPSC) China Indian pilgrims service Center.

DAYs	ITINERARY	HALTS	Remarks
Day 01	Arrival in Kathmandu, Upon arrival at airport pickup and transfer to your Hotel. Evening - A short briefing about Kailash Mansarovar Yatra before dinner. Meal: Dinner Only at Hotel	Hotel 3/4 star	Transfer to Hotel and brief
Day 02	In Kathmandu Pashupatinath darshan & Fly to Nepalgunj Morning Pashupatinath darshan and back to hotel. Afternoon transfer to Airport for fly to Nepalgunj by schedule flight. Transfer to Hotel in Nepalgunj. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Hotel Sneha or similar	Flight 55min
Day 03	Fly Nepalgunj – Simikot Morning fly to Simikot and afternoon visit of Shiva mandir. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Sun Valley Resort	By heli 30 min & drive 1hr
Day 04	Fly Simikot – Hilsa (3700 M) & Drive to Taklakot (3800 M), Morning transfer to Airport for flight to Simikot by helicopter (5-6 pax in each flight) and wait for other members to arrive at Hilsa to enter together with group. (It will be group visa, hence all have to enter Tibet side in group). From Hilsa drive to Taklakot and stay at Hotel. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Purang Hotel	By heli 30 min & drive 1hr
Day 05	Drive Purang to Manasarovar Lake (4500 M), After breakfast drive to Mansarovar Lake (90 kms). There will be seen first view of Mount Kailash and Mansarovar lake approximately 3 hrs drive. Take holy bath and perform Puja, Parikrama of Mansarovar lake. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Mamasarovar Guesthouse	Drive 3hrs
Day 06	Manasarovar Lake – Darchen – Diraphuk (4760 M), Visit of Ashtapad(optional) - It is 20 minute drive to Ashtapad if the Chinese government allows. You will have closest view of Mount Kailash from Ashtapad. After short drive you 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 (6/7 hrs). You will visit North face of Mt. Kailash and touching the feet of Mt. Kailash (Charan Sparsha). Travelers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen wait for rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Diraphuk Guesthouse	Drive 2hrs and walk 7-8hrs
Day 07	Diraphuk – Zuthulpuk (5650 M), Start trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass to Zuthulpuk (22 km). This is the most difficult part of 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 Zuthulpuk. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Zuthulphuk Guesthouse	Trek 10-12hrs
Day 08	Zuthulphuk – Taklakot, After short Trek (3 hrs), you will reach Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting. From there drive to Purang. Overnight at hotel. (If time permits will continue drive to Hilsa) Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Basic Guesthouse	44Trek 3-4hrs and drive 3hrs444
Day 09	Taklakot(Purang) – Hilsa - Fly to Simikot and fly to Nepalgunj & Fly back to Kathmandu. Cross the border and drive to Hilsa then fly to Simikot by helicopter. Fly from Simikot to Nepalgunj and fly back to Kathmandu. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.	Hotel 3/4 star	Flight to KTM
Day 10	Kathmandu – Onward destination, Free till flight time and transfer to Airport. Meal: Breakfast Only	-