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MT. Kailash Tour

Duration: 12 days

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Fact of the Trip:

Trip Destination: Tibet Lhasa Kailash Tour

Entry & Exit Point: Lhasa

Max Elevation: 5,600m, Dolma La Pass

Trip Duration: 12 Days

Group Size: Minimum 16

Trekking Mode: Tea House/Lodge

Trip Activities: Pilgrimage & Adventure tour

Best Season: April – October

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Mount Kailash Tour – A spiritual journey to the center of universe

If Everest Base Camp represents Tibet’s insatiable appetite and Lhasa is heart, Mount Kailash is country’s spiritual treasure. Mount Kailash Tour is an ultimate spiritual journey for many sects of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jains and Bon follower and has been an adventurous journey for avid travelers. Tibetan believes it as The Precious Jewel of Snow (Khang Rimpoche) and they see this mountain as the navel of the world. Mount Kailash’s glaciated stream pours into the nearby lake and from here the river flows into the four cardinal directions.

This exotic journey in Tibet takes you to Lhasa, Shangri-La of Tibet and mythical Mount Kailash (6,714m) and Lake Mansarovar. For devout pilgrim, a tour to Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar is an ultimate realization of their spiritual pursuit. And for adventure-lovers, visiting Mount Kailash presents extreme remoteness, solitude, untouched beauty and adventure of lifetime.

Every year thousands of pilgrims flock here to circumambulate 53km circular path around Mount Kailash. Hindu and Buddhist attempt clockwise circumambulation while anti-clock wise circulation is made by Bon follower of Tibet. It is believed that one Kora around Mt. Kailash cleanses all the sins accumulated in lifetime and 108 Kailash Kora (circulation) provides you the way of Nirvana (Mokshya).

Lake Mansarovar, a repository of sparkling blue water sprawling over several miles, is believed to the abode of Lord Brahma (the creator of universe) and mythical Mount Kailash is considered as the holy seat of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati. The entire Mount Kailash Trek along with Lake Mansarovar tour is the holiest of all the Tibet’s pilgrimage tour- a symbol of peace and serenity.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to the hotel

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Exploration Day

Day 03: Drive: Kathmandu – Nylam (3,750m/5-6 hours)

Day 04: Nylam: Acclimatization at Nylam

Day 05: Drive: Nylam – Saga (4,540m)

Day 06: Drive: Saga – Mansarovar (4,558m)

Day 07: Mansarovar Kora (circuit) and drive to Darchen

Day 08: Mt. Kailash Kora: 1st day – Trek to Deraphuk (4,920m)

Day 09: Mt. Kailash Kora: 2nd day – Trek to Zuthal Puk via Dolma-La Pass (5,600m)

Day 10: Mt. Kailash Kora: End – Trek to Darchen and drive to Saga

Day 11: Drive: Saga – Kathmandu

Day 12: Final Departure

Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to the hotel

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our airport representative will receive you outside the terminal hall and transfer you to the hotel. Your trip leader will meet you at the hotel and provide briefing about the trip.

In the evening, you will enjoy the welcome dinner at typical Nepali restaurant where you can enjoy delicious and authentic Nepali food with cultural dance show.

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Exploration Day

After morning breakfast, we proceed for sightseeing of UNESCO designated heritage sites in Kathmandu valley.

Day 03: Drive: Kathmandu – Nylam (3,750m/5-6 hours)

After breakfast, we drive towards Nylam following the Nepal-Tibet friendship highway. Upon arrival at Kodari, we complete custom formalities and drive to cross the friendship bridge. Further drive takes you to Zhangmu where we make second immigration formalities. 3-4 hours of scenic drive takes you to Nylam.
Overnight at hotel in Nymal

Day 04: Nylam: Acclimatization at Nylam

Today, we set a day aside for acclimatization at higher altitude. We stay active throughout the day, climb high and sleep low. Today, we hike around the village and visit monastery to explore local culture and tradition.
Overnight at hotel in Nylam

Day 05: Drive: Nylam – Saga (4,540m)

After breakfast, we drive beyond Nylam through the jerky road all to Saga. We first cross Lalung La Pass at (5,150m). The Pass exhibits astonishing view of high mountains like Langtang, Shishapangma and Gaurishanker. We eventually cross bridge over the Bhramaputra, the largest river in Tibet near Saga to reach Saga.
Overnight at hotel in Saga

Day 06: Drive: Saga – Mansarovar (4,558m)

Today is the most auspicious day of our whole trip as we get the first glimpse of Lake Mansarovar and Mt. Kailash. We enjoy exploring the hygienic eco-cultural surroundings of Lake. Mansarovar.
Overnight at hotel in Mansarovar

Day 07: Mansarovar Kora (circuit) and drive to Darchen

Today, we make a holy dip at revered lake Mansarovar and perform Puja (religious activity). Afterward, we drive to make clockwise Kora (Circle) around the Lake Mansarovar (88km). After completing the holy circle, we drive towards the Darchen for overnight stay. We explore the village and surrounding area at Darchen.
Overnight at hotel in Darchen

Day 08: Mt. Kailash Kora: 1st day – Trek to Deraphuk (4,920m)

Today is the first day of Mt. Kailash Parikrama (circle). We trek through the countless numbers of gods and goddesses. On the way, you will be blessed with the shadow of sacred Mt. Kailash from the right and from the left the holy Ganga accompanies us.

Today, we make 18km of auspicious circuit and reach Deraphuk, the first stop of Kailash Prikrama.
Overnight at Deraphuk

Day 09: Mt. Kailash Kora: 2nd day – Trek to Zuthal Puk via Dolma-La Pass (5,600m)

Today is little tough part of the trek as we hike across the Dolma-La Pass (5,648m), the highest point of the trek. This sacred pass lies between two valleys: Yama-sthal and Shiva-sthal. It is famous for holiest offering and meditation point. On crossing the Parvati-stal and Gauri Kunda, we finally reach Zuthul Puk where we stop for overnight stay.
Overnight at Zuthul Puk

Day 10: Mt. Kailash Kora: End – Trek to Darchen and drive to Saga

Today, we join 3-4 hours of short morning trek to Darchen to complete our Mt. Kailash Parikrama Yatra. You will find the vehicle waiting for you at Darchen. You will be transferred back to Saga via same route you have used earlier.
Overnight at hotel in Darchen

Day 11: Drive: Saga – Kathmandu

After breakfast, we leave Tibet behind with full of memory of Lake Mansarovar and Mt. Kailash. After clearing customs and immigration formalities, we continue our drive back to Kathmandu.
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu

Day 12: Final Departure

Your 12 days Mt. Kailash Tour comes to an end today. You will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure.

Cost Includes

  • Welcome and Farewell Dinner
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu and Lhasa at 3 star hotel in twin share basis with breakfast
  • All the ground transportation as per itinerary and flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu fare
  • All accommodation during the Yatra including vegetarian meals
  • An English speaking Nepali guide and Tibetan guide
  • Tibet Visa Fee and all necessary permits
  • Guide, porter and cook
  • Portable altitude chamber bags
  • Oxygen cylinders in each land Cruiser
  • Down Jacket
  • Duffle Bag

Cost Excludes

  • Personal nature expenses – Phone calls, internet, laundry etc
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides, driver, porter and other staffs

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