Arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Welcome by our office representative and transfer to Hotel. Further program briefing in the evening. Overnight at Hotel.
About this Tour
Taking holy bath in Mansarovar Lake and offering prayers to Mount Kailash via Lhasa is the utmost pilgrimage for a devout to emancipate the soul. Revered as the Shangri-La by many travelers – pilgrims and globe trotters alike – these sites are one of the must-visit destinations on globe.
For the atheists Mount Kailiash and Lake Mansarovar are one of most astounding piece of natural beauty that brings together symmetry and natural bliss. And for the faithful, these are pilgrimages where they feel the presence of the almighty and get the opportunity to be one with- whatever their faith. After all, our heart finds our true faith in natural bliss.
Tour Plans
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Day 1
KATHMANDU ARRIVAL
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Day 2
KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING
Kathmandu city sightseeing in the morning (Pashupatinath & Budhanilakantha). Afternoon shopping & preparation for the trip. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 3
KATHMANDU TO LHASA
After the breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu Airport and fly to Lhasa (3650m). On arrival at Lhasa Airport, welcome by our office representative and transfer to the Hotel. Free day for acclimatization. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 4
LHASA SIGHTSEEING
After the breakfast we will proceed to visit Potala Palace, Sear Monastery, Drepung Monastery and Jokhang Temple. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 5
LHASA – SIGASTE (270KM/5 HRS)
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Shigatse (3,850m), the second largest city in Tibet. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, one of the biggest and most important monasteries in Tibet. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 6
SIGASTE – LHATSE- SAGA (500KM/9 HRS)
After breakfast, drive to Saga (4,500m) via Lhatse. The road from Kathmandu/Kyirong also joins in Saga. Saga city is situated on the bank of the holy River Brahmaputra. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 7
SAGA-DONGBA-PARYANG-MANSAROVAR (4560M/480KM/7 HRS)
After the breakfast, drive to Mansarovar via Dongba and Paryang. From the check point we will do parikrama and holy bath in Lake Mansarovar. Overnight at Guesthouse.
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Day 8
MANSAROVAR TO DARCHEN (4620M/40KM)
In the morning perform Puja, Hawan and holy bath in Lake Mansarovar. After having lunch, drive to Darchen for about one hour. Darchen is base camp of Mt. Kailash and from there you can see south face of Kailsh Parvat. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 9
DARCHEN TO DIRAPHUK (4860M/6 HRS)
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Yamadwar (8 km). From Yamadwar, we start the parikrama. Those who are booking horses will go by horse ride, and others will start the trek to Diraphuk, about 5–6 hours. Those who are unable to trek will have darshan of Yamadwar and Kailash Parvat and drive back to Darchen for night halt. From Diraphuk, you will have a close view of Kailash North Face. Overnight at the guesthouse.
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Day 10
DIRAPHUK –DOLMA LA PASS (5630M) –GAURIKUNDA LAKE – ZUTHULPHUK (4760M/9-10 HRS)
Second day of kora (parikrama). Because of the long journey, we will have a light breakfast and start our trek to Zuthulphuk (4,760m) via the Dolma-La Pass. Because of unpredictable weather, we have to start our journey as early as possible. While crossing the Dolma-La Pass, we can view Gaurikund Lake. Overnight at the guesthouse.
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Day 11
ZUTHULPHUK –DARCHEN –SAGA (500KM)
This day we will complete our Parikrama (Kora) of Mt. Kailash. Early in the morning, trek to Darchen. After having breakfast at Darchen hotel, drive back to Saga, which takes about 7 hours. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 12
SAGA LHATSE -SIGASTE (500KM)
After breakfast, drive to Shigatse. Rest of the time is free, roam around and explore the local market. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 13
SIGATSE TO LHASA (270KM)
After breakfast, drive to Lhasa. Rest of the time is free for shopping or individual activities. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 14
LHASA –KATHMANDU
After the breakfast drive to Lhasa Airport and fly to Kathmandu. Rest of the time is free for shopping or individual activities. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 15
FINAL DEPARTURE
Last day of the tour, transfer to Airport for onward journey.
Inclusion/Exclusion
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at 4 stars Hotel with all Meal.
- 4 Star Hotel in Lhasa/Xigatse, best available Guest house in route during the Yatra.
- All Veg. meal serves by our own crew entire the trip.
- Transportation by deluxe coach in Tibet side.
- Experienced & co-operative English speaking Nepali/Tibetan Guide, Nepali Sherpa staff.
- Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu Air Fare/ Kailash permit & Tibet/China visa fee.
- Portable toilet, Shower tent, Oxygen cylinders & Air compressor bag.
- Personal travel insurance/Yak & Horse cost for personal use.
- Any extra cost arises due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances(Hotel, food etc)
- Accommodation cost in KTM if early return from Tibet (any causes) apart from 3 nights.
- Lhasa sightseeing & monument fees in Lhasa & Xigatse/ Personal nature expenses.
- Emergency rescue and medical expenses if incase sick on the way to Kailash.
- Accommodation cost in Lhasa if required extra night for any cases (Apart from regular itinerary).
- Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu Airfare.
Top Highlights
BRING WITH YOU:
Thermal flask, Sun Glasses, Sun Cream, Torch Light with extra batteries, Mask, Paper Soap, Toilet paper, chocolates, dry fruits, Glucose, Walking stick, Your own regular medicine etc.
CLOTHING:
Casual wears & comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothing for nights & mornings (strictly no saris), Raincoats, Fleece Jacket, Thermal inner wear, warm trousers and shirts, woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun Hat, Woolen socks (some pears), scarves etc.
FITNESS:
Since Kailash Manasarovar situated at very high altitude place, those who are willing to travel Kailash Mansarovar, they should be plan properly and consult their family physician and get the following tests done. E.C.G., Blood Pressure, Hemoglobin, Blood Sugar etc. Apart from all these tests, the pilgrims are advised to start morning and evening walk, jogging, stretching, meditation and regular exercise in order to be in physically fit condition.
