KAILASH MANASAROVAR YATRA VIA LHASA
TRIP OVERVIEW
Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Lhasa is also one of the most popular religious tours within the South Asian Region. The Yatra also starts with your arrival in the Kathmandu Valley. On the first and the second last day, you will explore the beauty and tradition of the Kathmandu Valley with the visit to the UNESCO world heritage sites. Then, we will fly to the city of Lhasa and Tibetan lifestyles. We will also start our drive to Mansarovar then to Darchen, Derapuk and Juthulpuk. Generally, Major attractions of this trek are Mt. Kailash, Lake Mansarovar, Lake Rakshas, Yamadwarand Drolma La Pass.
Route: Kathmandu– Lhasa– Kailash – Lhasa– Kathmandu
Duration: 16 Days
Accommodation: 5* standard hotel in Kathmandu and best available in Tibet
HIGHLIGHTS
• Day visit of UNESCO Historical & Pilgrimage sites in Kathmandu valley
• Kathmandu to Lhasa Everest View Flight
• Biggest and famous Lake Manasarovar.
• 3 days trekking around of mount Kailash by crossing 6714m Dolma La pass
• Exploration typical life style of nomad peoples and roof of the world
ITINERARY
DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU 1310M. (ONLY NRI)
Our representatives will also pick you up at the airport and guide you to your hotel. in the evening, we will meet up in a small dinner to welcome you and brief you about the tour. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
*NOTE:
ALL NRI PASSPORT HOLDERS ARE REQUESTED SCHEDULE THE FLIGHT ARRIVING IN KATHMANDU TO BEFORE 10 AM FOR TIBET VISA PROCESSING.
DAY 02: TIBET VISA PROCESSING DAY FOR NRI( INDIAN PASSPORT HOLDERS CAN ARRIVE)
Kathmandu sightseeing visit DolesworMahadev and Saga temple, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square entrance fees USD 15 per person will be extra for Bhaktapur Durbar Square.Option: Heli tour to Muktinath Temple.
DAY 03: KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING
We will also spend the day sightseeing in Kathmandu. We will also visit Pashupatinath Temple, GujeshworiShaktipeeth, Jalanarayan Temple and in the evening prepare for the trip.
DAY 04: FLY KATHMANDU TO LHASA (3656M)
On your arrival onTibet, we will also meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Taking it slow the rest of today, you can also adjust to the altitude easier and quicker. Remember to drink plenty of water and get plenty of sleep for the long journey ahead.
DAY 05: LHASA SIGHTSEEING
Barkor Street
Jokhang Temple
DAY 06: DRIVE LHASA TO SHIGASTE (3900M)
Further, our waylays in the capital of a province of Tsang – Shigatse – residence Panchen Lama – the second ecclesiastic of Tibet. Early in the morning excursion in a monastery of Tashilhunpo (it is based on 1447), visiting a temple of the buddha of the future – Maitreya and also other temples of a monastery. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 07: DRIVE SHIGASTE TO SAGA (4050M)
The journey today brings you over the height of more than 5000-meter passes with fine views. Driving day over the sandy and rocky land of tibet, other things like lake, nomads chasing thousands of yaks and sheep keep you busy. By the late afternoon, you will also cross bhramhapurtra riverway to typical chinese and tibetan town, saga for the night.
DAY 08: DRIVE TO MANASAROVER VIA PARYANG (4558M) 277KM 8 HOURS, OVERNIGHT AT GUEST HOUSE (B, L, D)
Day starts with full of excitement, by the late afternoon you can also have the first sight of Holy Kailash Parbat and Manasarovara. Here, a small village nearby Lake Manasarover, we will also spend a night there.
DAY 09: EXPLORATION OF LAKE MANASAROVAR AND DRIVE TO DARCHEN (14975FT) 40KM. (B, L, D HIMALAYA HOTEL OR SIMILAR)
Manasarovar is the lake of compassion, tranquility and bliss. After completing the memorable morning Bath and Puja we will also be heading towards Darchen. It is also considered as a base camp for the Holy Kailash Parikrama (walking around).
DAY 10: KAILASH PARIKRAMA. DRIVE TO VALLEY OF THE GOD AND TREK TO DERAPUK/4909M. OVERNIGHT AT GUEST HOUSE (B, L, D)
It is also one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feeling that Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessing to you. Time to time the face of Kailash Parbat will also keep on appearing. For 15 km trail it takes almost 6 hrs.
DAY 11: TREK TO SHIVASTHAL, GAURIKUNDA (5620 m) THEN ZUTULPHUK
Today is the toughest & longest journey of this trip. We have to trek almost 22 km through rugged highland to reach Zutulphuk. Literally, we also have to pack up our gear and set off from hotel at 5 a.m. Chinese time. Initially, it is an uphill trek from Deraphuk but after walking for an hour or so, the trail turns into mild ascend. Half of the trail passes through an elevation of 4900 m./16,000 ft. or above, so there is no wonder if we get suffered from breathlessness or headache. Though, we should try to keep our pace slow & steady.
From Gauri kunda, the trail also leads us rapidly down through the area full of boulders and loose pebbles. Going down can be difficult and painful than coming up. If we have taken horse, we can’t even use it in this bit. After trekking down for another 1 & half hour or so from Gauri Kunda, we will eventually reach to the valley floor. From this point on, the trail is easy & flat. It is another 2 hours easy-walk to reach Zutulphuk from here.
DAY 12: TREK, ZUTULPHUK TO TREK ENDING POINT, & DRIVE BACK TO SAGA
Today is the last day of this divine circumambulation. Morning after breakfast, we pack up our gear and move on to Darchen. The entire trail is easy and flat. The trek takes about 3 hours to complete.
Our Vehicle is waiting for us at the final point; which is before Darchen. We board on the Bus then start our journey to further destination. First, we reach to the point (eastern shore of manasarovar) where we had left our vehicle. We board on the same vehicle and move ahead.
DAY 13: SAGA TO SHIGASTE
Easy day onward today. We take easy driving back to Shigatse town which is second biggest town of Tibet. You can also make late afternoon walking tour.
DAY 14: SHIGATSE TO LHASA
Continue drive to Lhasa city and transfer to Hotel. Prepare your bag for flight back to Kathmandu.
DAY 15: Fly Lhasa – Kathmandu
We will also receive you from Airport and drop off at the Hotel. Rest and shopping if time permits.
DAY 16: Departure from Kathmandu
We will drop you at the Tribhuwan International Airport concluding the trip.
Accommodation
S.No Place Hotel
1 Kathmandu Hotel Yak & Yeti or similar
2 Lhasa St. Regis Hotel
3 Mansarovar, Kora Guest House
4 Darchen Himalaya Hotel
COST:
Indian Passport Holder : INR 2,90,000.00 per person
Non-Indian Passport Holder : USD 3550.00 per person
* ALL ORIGINAL INDIAN PASSPORTS SHOULD ARRIVE IN OUR INDIA OFFICE FOR VISA PROCESSING PRIOR TO 1 WEEK OF TRAVEL DATE. ORIGINAL NON-INDIAN PASSPORTS NEED 3 WORKING DAYS IN KATHMANDU FOR VISA PROCESSING.
DEPARTURE DATES:
Cost Includes for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Lhasa
- Transportation
All ground transportation by private vehicle
Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu Flight Ticket
Airport Pick up and drop off by private vehicle - Meal
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included (Veg only)
Drinking water included - Accommodation
Mention in the itinerary in the basis twin sharing in Nepal and Tibet and group sharing in Kailash Region. - Visas & Permit
Tibet Visa & Permit Included
All necessary entrance fees in Nepal and Tibet
Special Kailash Mansarovar Permit
Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries and temples - Sightseeing
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Sightseeing in Lhasa
Guide, Staffs & supporters
Nepali Guide and Tibetan Guide
Nepali Crew members in Kailash Region - Equipment
Medical kits
Enough oxygen cylinders
Other necessary equipment - Clothing
Down Jacket on refundable basis
Day pack bag
Duffel bag
Cost Excludes for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Lhasa
- Emergency evacuations/Rescue expenses, if required
- Extra nights stayed due to bad weather, early arrivals, etc.
- Expenses of personal nature
- Optional and additional tours
- Personal horse and Helper during Kailash round / Parikrama
- Travel & Medical Insurance Permissions and other official formalities
Booking Policy
• Application should also be submitted at least 45 days before the provisional date of departure.
• Minimum of 6 months valid Passport scan copy by mail or passport copy by courier should summit when the booking is made
• Upon the confirmation 30% deposit amount per person is also required
• Our company trip booking form with your signature as per our term and condition
• All the clients need to carry ID Proof, (Voter ID Proof) OR passport original while traveling by air.
• The itinerary can also be changed without notice due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as political unrest, Natural calamities, changes in itinerary by the Chinese authorities etc.
Cancellation Policy
Once we received your notice for cancellation in written, following cancellation rules will apply:
• If cancelled less than 30 days prior to departure due to client’s personal problems, all previously paid amount(s) will be forfeited
• If cancelled between 30 – 90 days prior to departure, 75% of your payment will be refund except the non-refundable deposit.
• If cancelled more than 90 days prior to your departure date, your full payment will be refund except the non-refundable deposit INR 25000.00 per person
Important Links
• Recommendation for Kailash Yatra
• Other Kailash Tour Package
• Nepal Trips
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra