Kailash Yatra Special Tour - 06 Days

Tips for Travellers for Planning their Tour

Price Includes

    - One night hotel in Nepalgunj on twin sharing with vegetarian meals (twin sharing)

    - Necessary arrival / departure transfers in Nepalgunj (very normal vehicle available here)

    - Lucknow- Nepalgunj- Lucknow transfers

    - Nepalgunj- Simikot- Nepalgunj air ticket (fixed wing- Twin otter aircraft OR Dornier)

    - Simikot- Hilsa- Simikot by Helicopter (only 5 or 6 persons 06 kg baggage per passenger)

    - Domestic airport taxes (all sectors)

    - Tibet group visa and travel/trekking permits

    - Guesthouse in Tibet

    - Indian vegetarian meals during the tour in Tibet (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

    - Transportation in Tibet by Bus

    - Tour around Lake Manasarovar on green vehicle (not the vehicle the we take from Taklakot)

    - English speaking Tibetan guide

    - Tour Manager

    - Necessary supporting crew (Cook, Sherpas from Nepal)

    - All necessary Kitchen & camping equipment

    - Yaks & Yak men during the Parikrama to carry foods and baggage ONLY

    - Oxygen for emergency use

    - Medical kit bag / First Aid kit

    - Humla region restricted area permit & royalties (US $ 40 per person or equivalent)

    - Complementary duffle bag, backpack, cap and Jacket on returnable basis

    - All applicable taxes & service charges

Price Excludes

    - Riding Horse during the Parikrama

    - your travel insurance

    - Insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation (helicopter cost, hospital bill, vehicle bill etc.)

    - Personal expenses & bottled drinks

    - Tip for guide & driver

    - Extra accommodation charge in Nepalgunj, Simikot and Hilsa, if the flight cancelled due to bad weather condition

    - Any additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstances

    - Porter and Yak/Pony during the Kailash Parikrama

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Lucknow and then driving towards Nepalgunj

Meal: Lunch and Dinner

Altitude: Lucknow- 123m; Nepalgunj- 150m

Distance: Lucknow – Nepalgunj – 225 hours (5 hours)

Mode of transport: Bus coach

After reaching the city of nawabs of Lucknow, you will be driving to Nepalgunj. If you are traveling from any part of India or abroad, then you can explore the beautiful city of Lucknow. From here you will cover a distance of 225kms in 5 hrs. After checking into the hotel, our representative will brief the itinerary of the whole tour. Nepalgunj is a small city built upon Karnali River. Stay overnight at Nepalgunj.

Day 2: Flight to Simikot then Hilsa and finally driving to Taklakot

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Altitude: Simikot- 2910m; Hilsa- 3640m ; Taklakot: 4755m

Distance: Simikot – Hilsa – 51kms (1 hour fly in helicopter)

Hilsa to Taklakot – 21.2kms

Mode of transport: first flight and then bus coach

After early breakfast, you will be boarding a flight to Simikot. If you are an ardent lover of nature, then you will definitely love your 45 minutes flight to Simikot. The airport of Simikot is located at higher altitude with a relatively short runway. You will be boarding Dornier helicopters with STOL characteristics. These small helicopters will have a seating arrangement for 16-20 passengers. It is necessary to carry minimum requirements during your trip to Kailash Mansarovar.

You will be flying across beautiful topography. The mountains will allure you to explore more. After landing, you will find small town settlement across the airport. From Simikot you will be a boarding helicopter to Hilsa. It is a 20minutes flight. From this time onwards, you will be stepping out of your comfort zone. You will be crossing the border here as a whole group. We arrange group departure for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Here, you will meet the Tibetan crew and drive to Taklakot. This region falls under the Tibetan Autonomous Region (China). It developed on the beautiful valley of Sarayu Karnali river. From Hilsa you will take around 1hour to reach Taklakot. Earlier this town was used for the trading purpose. In Taklakot, a modern day complex is under construction. On the way, if you have enough time then you can visit the crematoria of Zorab Singh, the then senapati of the king of Kashmir. There is a temple as well nearby called Khojarnath temple. As per archaeologists, this temple is more than 800 years old. Now it has become an important post in Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. You can roam around the town for adapting the extreme weather conditions and mountainous terrains. Stay overnight in Taklakot.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Altitude: 4755m

Distance: around the city

Mode of transport: on feet mostly

In Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, acclimatization day is required to understand the strenuous features in further trekking towards Mt. Kailash. In this pilgrimage tour, one has to acclimatize physically and mentally to complete the parikrama around Mt. Kailash. Many tourists cannot adopt the high altitude easily during Kailash Yatra. This acclimatization day is to keep the body and soul of the tourist’s ideal for the upcoming stretch of the trip. You will stay overnight at Taklakot.

Day 4: Drive to Lake Mansarovar

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Altitude: Purang: 4755m, Lake Mansarovar: 4,590 m

Distance: 49.7km (3-4 hours)

Mode of transport: bus coach

Today early in the morning you will be driving to Lake Mansarovar. You will be getting the sight of the lake and Mt. Kailash for the first time. Mt. Kailash is believed to be the pristine location. One steps into this holy land to secure mental peace. This journey is all about self-revelation. Impurities of soul and body can be cleaned off by taking a bath in Lake Mansarovar. The holy water of the lake is believed to be remedial of sin. The pilgrims perform ceremonial rituals on the shores of the lake addressing the souls of ancestors. Many pilgrims perform these rituals for eternal peace of the ancestor’s souls in heaven. Hinduism believes in rebirth as well. If anyone does any virtue in the mortal world then he will get peace in heaven. The word Mansarovar means the lake that fulfills yours wishes. It is connected with Rakshas Taal via the Ganga Chhu channel. Lord Brahma creates this lake in his mind. It is the spiritual abode of Hamsa, swan. After coming to this pristine location the mind builds a bridge of connection between consciousness and spirituality. The first encounter of Mt. Kailash in Lake Mansarovar will be an enchanting moment. After bathing, you will be taking a parikrama across the lake by bus. At night you will be staying in a guesthouse near Chhui Gompa Monastery.

Day 5: Drive to Yamdwar from Darchen and then driving back to Taklakot

Meal: B/L/D

Altitude:Darchen – 4575m, Yamdwar- 4724m

Distance: Darchen to Yamdwar – 5kms

Mode of transport: bus coach and then trek

Today early in the morning you will be going to take holy dip in the fresh water of Lake Mansarovar. Before stepping into the holy mountainous terrains, the pilgrims rinse off impurities by taking bath. Many perform ceremonial rituals on the shore of the lake dedicating to the souls of ancestors. Our representative will arrange tent for bathing purpose near the shore of the lake. After breakfast, you will be driving to Darchen. It is a small village located in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China. This place is the base camp for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. This beautiful village is now home for Tibetan pilgrims. This village is also helpful for nomads for grazing of sheep. For Kailash Yatra, this town becomes an important initiation location for the journey. No one is allowed to climb high of Mt. Kailash due to its mythical and religious significance. You will be driving towards Yamdwar. From Darchen it is 10 km away taking an hour to reach. Yamdwar as the name suggests it is the doorway of Lord Yama, god of death. It is believed that touching the base of the mountain secure the gateway to heaven. This itinerary is designed for those devotees who face serious time crunch. After seeking the blessings from the lord, you will be driving back to Taklakot.

**Circumambulation is optional. Age and health are the constant constraints for parikrama across Mt. Kailash. Few complete it either by walking or on a pony. Those who prefer not to complete the parikrama can come back to Darchen after the darshan at Yamdwar. Those who will be staying back in Darchen can witness amazing views of Mt. Kailash with the changing shades of sun rays. They can actually visualize the beauty of mountains closely.

Day 6: Flying back to Nepalgunj via Hilsa and Simikot and the drive back to Lucknow

Meal: B/L/D

Distance: Taklakot to Hilsa – 27km (45 minutes)

Hilsa to Simikot (25 minutes flight)

Simikot to Nepalgunj – 1hour flight

Mode of transport:- fly till Nepalgunj from then drive to Lucknow

Today is the last day of your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. The entire day will be passed in the journey as you will be covering a long distance. Early in the morning, you will be walking back to Hilsa. Here you will have to complete your immigration formalities as a group. After immigration process, you will be boarding flight to Simikot. After reaching Simikot, you will again be flying back to Nepalgunj. You will be driving back to Lucknow.

Optional: As the entire day you will be traveling therefore your flights should be well connected on time. Delaying of the flights happens mostly due to adverse climate conditions. In that case you can stay overnight in Simikot and then on the following morning you can board flight to Nepalgunj.

Food Services

When the pilgrims take the journey to the Kailash Mansarovar yatra, then they want pure veg food facility even in the distant land. We take care of such intricate details of our clients. In the detailed tour itinerary, we provide the clients with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We send our own Maharaj (Indian cook) along with helper to give the taste of homely delicacies to our clients even in such alien land. Many pilgrims are quite unaware of the hygiene of food items. We never compromise with food services. Due to extreme climatic conditions, many face gastrointestinal issues, so we want our clients to enjoy every moment in the spiritual journey. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra involves a complete reincarnation of the body and soul of an individual. Every year, the pilgrims take this journey to rinse off the committed sins and take the path of complete liberation. We provide pure veg food (without onion garlic) to our tourists because we know this journey is a complete metamorphosis of an individual. We do not want to compromise with our kitchen services as our clients take an important role in our tourism business.

General Information regarding Kailash Mansarovar Tour

    - Personal Horse riding expenses, Personal use porter.

    - Travel insurance, Rescue and emergency evacuations service, medical and hospital expenses (in case you become sick on the way)

     - Extra Night accommodation in Kathmandu /Timure/Kyirong/saga/ Darchan /Nepalganj/ Simikot or else at other places due to bad weather or any other Chinese reason is charged.

    - if returning earlier from Kailash Yatra ,groups visa splitting charge each RMB 165 & extra transportation cost each $USD 100 / day.(China Govt –FEC rules)

    - Beverage/drinks and additional tips.

Process, Term& condition

    - Necessary to send color Scan copy of Passport of pilgrimage with name list 40 days before departure for permits processing.

    - We need 6 Month valid ordinary Passport but Diplomat passport is not acceptable.

    - We need Yatri’s  scan copy of  PAN card (Indian citizen only).

    - Should non refundable deposit Rs 20,000 or USD $ 500 per person as advance before processing.

    - Underutilized services due to unforeseen circumstances stands non refundable

   Indian pilgrimage – Should send Original Passport to our Delhi office By courier or speed post  15 days before from the departure date for China visa Process.

    NRI/Other Citizen’s Original Passport will collect after arrival in Kathmandu.

    Indian Pilgrims who are  70  Years or above:

    Has to submit Medical Report from Indian Government Hospital within 6 months before your journey starts.

    Two direct relatives required.

    Has to deposit 1000$(USD) before the journey to the company (China GOVT) for any sudden demise.

    Health examination is done before Parikrama by Chinese doctors. once you get the approval from doctor then only you can go for Parikrama.

    Before the Kailash departures, must clear all remaining Payment.

Cancellation Policy

    - Initial amount for booking is INR 20,000/- for Indians & USD 500 for NRI and Foreigners being non-refundable & nontransferable, once booked subsequently intended cancellations & delays caused due to natural, terrorist attack ,political or by the Pilgrim modification reason  If the booking is cancelled 30 days prior to departure, INR 30,000 for Indians & USD 600 for foreigners would be charged as cancellation amount.

    - If the booking is cancelled 20 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour cost will be into cancellation process.

    - If the booking is cancelled 15 days prior to departure, there will be no refund.

If suddenly program has changed Due to weather problem, natural disaster, landslide, technical problem and political movement, Chinese reason, all additional expenses should be paid by themselves

General Information regarding Kailash Mansarovar Tour.

Insurance: Medical Insurance not compulsory for visa processing but will usefully you do insurance in case any health problem arises during travel.

Oxygen cylinder: Our Company will provide oxygen cylinder in emergency. Usually, oxygen cylinder is not required. However, some pilgrimage we prefer to carry their own handy oxygen cylinders. You may buy small portable cylinder in Tibet. It may cost approx. Yuan 20-30 per cylinder.

Food during Tour: Our cooks will be traveling with you during the entire trip.Our Staff will carry all necessary cooking items and will provide Indian vegetarian food during Yatra.

We recommend that you bring the following items to make your journey more comfortable:

     - Wind Proof Jackets -1/ Towel-1 / Washing Kit – 1, Warm Thick Pullover-1, Rain Coat-1

     - Pants-4/ Sun Heat-1, Cotton Full Sleeve-shirt – 4, Thermal Underpants-2        

    - Long/Vest /Warm Full T-Shirt – 2, Trekking Shoes -1, Rubber Sandal 1.

    - Warm Woolen Shocks – 5, Warm Gloves-1 – Water Bottle (1Ltr. Capacity)-1

    - Sun Glass-1 Flash Light with Extra Batteries-1, Sunscreen Lotion UV30+, lip guard /Moisturizer Cream-1

    - Pocket Knife/Sewing Kit/Button/Cigarette Lighter/Dust Masks-1

China Government Notice!!!-  Don’t take any picture, tape record, newspapers, political things or anything related to Dalai Lama , If found in Tibet, on the spot China Army will control and take legal action. 

    Should carry dry food Items to make your journey  more comfortable              

    Carry regular medicine – Diamox250 mg. 20 tablets and Personal First Aid Kit.

    Money exchange: Others currency (except UDS $) are not accepted in China but is acceptable in Nepal. Pilgrimage should exchange your Currency to Chinese Currency in Kathmandu/Nepal.

    Temperature -Average (May to September): 4 – 20 ºC Day Time / -1-2ºC Night Time