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Mt. KAILASH & MANASAROVAR LAKE YATRA
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Kailash Parvat & Manasarovar Tirth Yatra (A pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash & Manasarovar) - 17 days
Mt. Kailash, 6700 meter peak, also referred as the Meru, Sumeru, Sushumna, Hemadri (golden mountain), Ratnasanu (jewel peak), Karnikachala (lotus mount), Amaradri, Deva Parvatha (summit of gods), Gana Parvatha, Rajatadri (silver mountain) in religious scriptures, is situated in the Western Tibet. The beauty of Mt. Kailash, which looks like a symmetrical cone shaped rock capped by pure crystalline ice all the time, is echoed in various mythological and literary works, this is the place where Lord Shiva and his divine consort Parvati live.
A three-day circumambulation (Parikrama or Kora) around Mt. Kailash, which is also considered as the navel of the earth, involves crossing 5630 meter Dolma La (pass) which is believed to belong to Devi Parvati. Completing a Kora (Parikrama) is believed to erase the sins of a lifetime.
Only 30km from Mt Kailash is another important pilgrimage site, the beautiful and serene Lake Manasarovar. According to Hindu Mythology it was formed in the mind of Brahma, and the Goddess Parvati is believed to have taken the form of the lake Manasarovar. Taking a bath in this holy lake assures the deliverance from sins of a life time. Even drinking the waters of lake frees a human being from sins of all kind. Myth has it that the gods come to bathe every morning in this lake between 3 to 5 am and this time is called 'Brahmamuhurta'. Another legend has it that Parashuram's ashram also situated on a hill on the banks of Manasarovar. Brahmaputra, Indus, Sutlej, and Karnali, the major rivers of India and Nepal originate from here.
The scriptures reiterate that a pilgrimage to these holy sites not only assures absolution of one’s sins through generations but also forms the ultimate realization of one’s spiritual pursuit.
On this trip, we drive from Kathmandu to the Tibetan border at Zhangmu and continue drive to Nyalam for overnight halt. We then drive across the ‘roof of the world’ to Lake Manasarovar. After completing a Kora around Mt Kailash and a holy dip in Manasarovar we retrace our route back to Kathmandu. |
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Trip length: 16 Days
Grade: Soft Adventure Trek
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge and camping
Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with support truck
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek
Maximum altitude: 4790m
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Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Drive Kathmandu- Nyalam (3780 m)
Day 04: In Nyalam (3780 m)
Day 05 Drive to Saga (4600)
Day 06 Drive to Baryang (4550m)
Day 07 Drive to Mansarovar (4558m)
Day 08 Drive to Darchen (4663m)
Day 09Trek to Dira puk (4880m)
Day 10 Trek to Zutul Puk (4760m)
Day 11 Trek to Darchen (4663m) - Drive to Mansarovar (4558m)
Day 12 Drive to Baryang (4550m)
Day 13 Drive to Saga (4600)
Day 14 Drive to Nyalam (3780 m)
Day 15 Drive to Kathmandu
Day 16 Depart Kathmandu
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DATES
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May 5*, 12, 19, 26
Jun 3, 9, 16, 23, 30
Jul 3, 7, 14, 21, 28
Aug 2, 4, 11, 18, 25, 31
Sep 8, 15, 22, 29 |
May 4, 11, 18, 23*
Jun 8, 15, 22, 29
Jul 6, 13, 20, 22, 27
Aug 3, 10, 17, 20, 24, 31
Sep 7, 14, 19, 21, 28, 30
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Note:
° “*” denotes Saga Dawa Festival
° Dates in red denote programs to coincide with ‘Full moon’ at Mt. Kailash
° If the above dates are not suitable or you prefer a private tour, this can be arranged. Please contact us: bijaya@explore-himalaya.com
° Rates are subject to change without prior notice
° Also during the monsoon season the Arniko Highway linking Nepal-Tibet border is often disrupted by landslides. In such an eventuality any additional porter or transport charges incurred as such, will be borne by clients’ themselves
° All departure dates are ex - Kathmandu
PRICE
COST: INR 75000 PER PERSON
SUPPLEMENT FOR NRI’S USD 250 PER PERSON
SERVICE INCLUDES:
1. 3 night’s hotel (3 Star) stay in Kathmandu with all meals.
2. Private boarder transfer, Kathmandu Sightseeing tour & airport transfer.
3. Tibet private group visa.
4. Accommodation in Tibet at tented camp and local guest houses
5. Fully catered tours with support of Nepali crew in Tibet.
6. Round trip transportation in Tibet by 4WD Land Cruiser 4500 (4 passengers in
one land cruiser) and support truck.
7. English speaking Tibetan guide.
8. Required yak and yak driver
9. Tibet group visa and travel permits.
10. Gamow bag, oxygen bottle and first – aid kit for emergency use.
11. All applicable taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED:
1. International Air fare, Airport tax.
2. Any emergency medical expenses or rescue operation by air.
3. Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, hot shower, tip to staff.
4. Bottled drinks.
5. Nepal visa fee for NRIs.
6. Photography and filming fee
7. Side trip to Astapad, Tirthpuri, Nandi, etc.
8. Tip for guide & driver
9. Your travel insurance
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Detail Itinerery |
DAY 01 ARRIVE KATHMANDU – O/N HOTEL
Arrive Kathmandu, meet at the airport and escort to your hotel
DAY 02 IN KATHMANDU– O/N HOTEL
Today we will visit temple of PASUPATHINATH biggest & most revered Hindu shrine. After paying homage to the lord Pasupathi we then continue to enjoy sights of some of the heritages and highlights of Kathmandu city including BUDDHANILKANTHA, the where lies the temple of Narayan famous for it's large idol of Naryan laying on the bed of snakes in water, BOUDHANATH largest Buddhist Stupa in town, BHAKTAPUR 15th century palace of 55 windows and & durbar Square.
DAY 03 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We leave Kathmandu early in the morning, driving for 123 km (approx 5hrs) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside to Kodari on the Nepal - Tibet border. After completing the border formalities at both the Nepalese and Chinese immigration posts we drive up 8 km (approx ½ hrs) a series of incredibly steep switchbacks to Zhangmu on the Tibetan side of the border. A short drive of only 30km (approx 1 hrs) from the border takes us to Nyalam, on a steep winding road which passes through a mossy gully with cascading waterfalls.
DAY 04 REST DAY IN NYALAM – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We spend a rest day in Nyalam today in order to acclimatize before heading up higher. A short way out of town there is a small temple, Nyalam Pelgye Ling, which is associated with Milarepa.
DAY 05 DRIVE TO SAGA (4840m) – O/N CAMP
Today we drive approx 8 hrs (250 km) to the huge lake called Peiku-tso crossing two high passes. After a picnic lunch at bank of Peiku-tso lake we continue drive to Saga crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River) on a ferry.
DAY 06 DRIVE TO BARAYANG (4540m) – O/N CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, (250 km) 8 hrs approx, takes us to Barayang, We continue on across the vast dry plains to the small town of Barayang.
DAY 07 DRIVE TO MANSAROVAR (4558m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE /CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, 280 km approx 8 hrs From Barayang, we set out across the plains to Manasarovar located just 30km south of Mt Kailash. The lake is separated from another lake, Rakshas Tal, myth has it here Ravana prayed and had the audience with Shiva.
DAY 08 DRIVE TO DARCHEN (4560m) – O/N CAMP
Leaving the lake, we drive for about 30 km towards Darchen, the Base Camp of Kailash where we stay at Guest house.
DAY 09 TREK TO DIRA-PUK (4900m) – O/N CAMP
Drive about 5 km to Tarboche, this is the starting point for our kora, the 53km trek around the mountain. From Tarboche, we walk up the Lha Chu Valley through beautiful green meadows and streams with Mt Kailash towering above us. Those who do want wish to trek around Kailash can go back to Mansorovar or Darchen and wait for the kora group to return.
DAY 10 TREK TO ZUTUL-PUK (4790m) – O/N CAMP
We now leave the Lha Chu Valley and enter the Drolma Chu Valley, heading up towards a high pass, the Drolma La (5630m). It’s a tough climb to the summit which is festooned with prayer flags but from there it is all downhill or flat to Zutul-puk.
DAY 11 TREK TO DARCHEN (4560m) DRIVE TO MANASAROVAR – O/N GUEST HOUSE/CAMP
On the final day of the kora we cross several streams. We then enter the Bharka plain and it’s about an hour’s walk through this desert-like landscape to Darchen. We board the car waiting at Darchen and drive approx 2 hrs to Manasarovar for overnight halt.
DAY 12 DRIVE TO BARYANG (4750m) – O/N CAMP
Today is a long drive, about 280km, back to Baryang.
DAY 13 DRIVE TO SAGA (4600m) – O/N CAMP
We continue driving today along a 250km stretch of road to Saga.
DAY 14 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
Leaving Saga, we again cross the Yarlung Tsangpo by ferry, and pass by Peiku-tso before arriving back at Nyalam.
DAY 15 DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (1400m) – O/N HOTEL
From Nyalam, we head back to the border town of Zhangmu. From Zhangmu, it’s a short drive to the Friendship Bridge which spans the Bhote Kosi River and marks the Chinese - Nepalese border. We say goodbye to our Tibetan guide and driver and walk to Nepalese Immigration Control in Kodari where we will be met by our Nepalese staff. After completing the re-entry formalities we continue the drive to Kathmandu which, depending on road and weather conditions, should take about 5-6 hours.
DAY 16 DEPART KATHMANDU
We leave hotel and drive to Tribhuvan Int'l airport to board the plane home.
PRICE
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