MT. KAILASH – LAKE MANSAROVAR YATRA

Day 01: Arrive to Kathmandu

Airport pickup by our Company Staff with a warm welcome– Transfer to Hotel is 15 minutes – Overnight at the Yatri Suites and Spa.

We will collect your passport to obtain VISA for Tibet. Late afternoon we will have a group meeting to prepare for the Yatra and collect Down jacket, and Duffle Bags. Welcome Dinner at a Traditional Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in the Hotel Shankar, Kathmandu.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

After Breakfast, you will be greeted by an English speaking guide in an AC vehicle with water bottles. We will start our Kathmandu site-seeing tour followed by Overnight at the Palace Hotel Shanker Visit Pashupatinath, Boudhnath, Patan Darbar Square, and if time permits, Sleeping Vishnu, and Syambhoonath Temple. Lunch/Dinner on your own.

Day 03: Fly to Lhasa

After Breakfast, we depart for Airport to fly from KTM to Lhasa. Depending on our flight arrival, we maybe able to do site-seeing. Overnight in Lhasa.
Lunch/Dinner on your own.

Day 04: Sightseeing in Lhasa

After Breakfast, We begin sightseeing in Lhasa after breakfast. Today is the day we visit the beautiful Potala and Norbulingka Palaces. Built in the 17th century, Potala Palace provides amazing views of the entire city and houses the private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and chapels. Norbulingka Palace is the summer palace of the Dalai Lama and houses what is considered to be the largest man-made garden in Tibet. Next, we visit the Tibet Museum, the official museum of Tibet, which has a permanent collection of around 1000 artifacts related to the cultural history of Tibet. Overnight in Lhasa.
Lunch/Dinner on your own.

Day 05: Drive to Shigatse Travel Time 5 - 6 Hours

After early breakfast we depart for Shigatse.

Day 06: Shigatse to Saga (14,409 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 5 -6 hours

Enjoy the view of snow capped mountains; magnificent view of high Himalayas can be seen such as Gaurishanker, Shishapangma, and Langtang Himal. We will be crossing the holy river Bhramaputra. Overnight at hotel in Saga. Hot Shower Houses available here

Day 07: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar (14,954 Feet Elevation) Travel Time 6 - 7Hours (370km)

Today is the most auspicious day for all of us as we will see the first glimpse of holy Kailash and sacred Lake Mansarovar. A lifetime achievement, here we will perform a holy dip, Relax and explore around the Mansarovar area. Overnight in a tent/camp or Guesthouse

Day 08: Parikrama of Mansarovar by Bus/Jeep. Drive to Raksas Lake (14,975 Feet Elevarion)

Early Morning Havan Puja on the Lake. Relax and explore the area after lunch.

Day 09: Parikrama to Dehara Puk (16,404 Feet Elevation) (6-8 Hours walk on fairly flat trail)

Today, it feels as if the heavens had opened up for us and allowed us to peek inside the world of gods and goddesses. We will walk 18 kilometers through the valley guided by Holy Ganges River on our left and shadowed by Mount Kailash on our right. The feeling of today can only be experienced by one and not described…Have your camera handy to capture amazing views of Mt. Kailash. Overnight in a guesthouse or tent

Day 10: Parikrama continues to Dolma-La Pass (19,500 Feet Elevation) (10-12 hour hike up and down and through the valley) - Hardest but Holiest day of our pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La (pass) of 19,500 ft between two valleys:

Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go closer to the pass. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation. Parvati-stal and Gauri Kund are on the way. By the late afternoon you will arrive to Zuthal Puk (the cave of Miracles. Overnight in tents

Day 11: Parikrama ends and drive to Saga

(After walking 3 hours, all the driving crew will be waiting your arrival. We will continue our drive to Saga and arrive by Evening.)

Day 12: Saga to Shigatse (6 – 7 hrs)

Early morning, we will depart Saga and drive to Shigatse.

Day 13: Shigatse to Lhasa

Day 14: Fly from Lhasa to Kathmandu

Overnight in KTM

Day 15: Fly home sweet home

COST INCLUDES:

• Welcome and Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu
• 3 night's accommodation at a 4 star hotel in Kathmandu on twin share basis with breakfast
• Transfers to and from Kathmandu Domestic Terminal using air conditioned vehicle
• Services of an experienced English Speaking guides
• All Airport departure tax
• Breakfast while in Kathmandu
• Site-seeing in Kathmandu and Lhasa with English Speaking Guide (Includes Potala Palace Visit)
• Visits to Pashupatinath, Boudhnath, Darbar Square, via air conditioned company vehicle. (all taxes and fees and cold water bottles)
• Accommodation in Tibetan lodges or tents (Based on multiple share bases)
• All Vegetarian Meals while in Tibet (Breakfast Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Tea, Coffee, Chai)
• English Speaking Nepali Tour Leader and English Speaking Tibetan Tour Leader
• Tibet Visa & All Permit Fees, Yaks & Yak men for luggage during Parikrama
• Ground transfers in Tibet using Buses and Vans
• Sherpa staff (trekking guides, porters, cook, etc)
• Oxygen cylinders for Emergency
• Specially designed Kailash Yatra T-Shirt
• Soft Blanket for your journey (a Gift from HGT)
• Down Jacket (returned upon completion of journey)
• Duffle Bag (returned upon completion of journey)

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Airfares from Home – Kathmandu – Home
• Airfare from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Return (Approximately $800)
• All beverages, photography charges, web usage, and Telephone Calls
• Extra nights in Tibetan lodges (except mentioned in itinerary)
• Travel Insurance of Client
• All Lunches while in Kathmandu
• Horse rental while on Parikrama (approx Cost US $350) or personal porter (Approx Cost US $200)
• Emergency evacuation costs (cost for rental of Land Cruiser) (medical and rescue insurance is recommended). We advise you to purchase insurance with zero deductible.
• Any additional meals in Kathmandu except mentioned in the itinerary
• Staff and Driver Tips (8 – 10 % of the Yatra cost is Customary

(Note: this requires moderate walking)

Recommended Packing List

Note: this packing list is from Days 3 to 13 only!
Days 1,2, and 14 are in Kathmandu, therefore pack separate for warm weather

• 5 pairs of pants (2 YOGA pants or Joggers, 1 Cargo, 1 windproof- waterproof - breathable, 1 Ski Pants)
• 2 Long Sleeve Shirt (Fleece or Hoodie) and 1 short sleeve tshirt or Polo
• One Towel (light weight), one warm Scarf, a Shawl, a Pillow Case and sheet
• 2 pairs of woolen Extra Thick socks an 2 pairs of Sock Liners (for Parikrama Days)
• 4 pairs of regular socks to be warn up until Mansarovar and return
• 2 pairs of warm hand gloves (one warm and soft – one water resistant/Ski Gloves)
• One pair of Gore-Tex, Ankle support Hiking Boots (should be 1 size bigger than your foot measure)
• One pair of Sneakers or Tennis Shoes
• 10 Under garments, 4 small and large ziplock bags, and 4 X- large garbage bags, 10 plastic grocery bags
• Two winter hats with ear covers
• One Wind breaker jacket with a hoody (water resistant/proof and oversize)
• One oversized Poncho (light weight and cheap one only!)
• Two Thermals (two legging and two top) (microfiber thermals are great and comes in black)
• One set of warm Pajamas for night sleep
• 3 Combination Locks for your luggage's
• Down jacket (provided -May choose to bring your own)
• Small back pack with outside pocket to hold a water bottle. (child size only!)
• Digital Camera with video capability, I-pod or Mp3 player, I-pod Speakers
• (bring Asia plug adaptor for plug ins)
• Headlamp with extra batteries AND UV protective Sunglasses with retainer (Thread/chain)
• 1 cold plastic water bottle (holds up to 30oz), 1 hot water bottle to drink water at night time (holds up to 24-30oz), and 1 foldable bottle to bring home holy Mansarovar water.
• 2 Trekking Poles to be used during Parikrama
• 2 copies of Passport Photos (keep photos and passport in small zip bag to protect from rain)
• 8 pairs of hand warmers and 8 pairs of foot warmers (totaling = 16 pairs (32 individual packets) )

TOILETRY

Travel size Sun block, Tooth paste and brush, Travel Size Soap, Travel Size Lotion, Travel size tissue packs (10 per person), Wide tooth comb, Lip balm, Travel Size Shampoo, Hair Moisturizer or oil, hand sanitizer, and Deodorant

FIRST AID MEDICAL KITS/ medicines

Consulting with your physician is highly recommended and bring the medications as per his/ her advice. ONLY bring the medicines you use (NOT ALL LISTED) Only bring enough to last for travel days: your prescribed medicines, cough medicine, cough drops, pain medicine (Tylenol/Advil) Imodium, Ciprofloxacin(Rx – Traveler’s diarrhea), Emergen-C, Visine Eye Drops, multivitamins, band aid, Neosporin, Vicks Vapor Rub, Muscle Relaxer Cream, Motion sickness and high altitude sickness medicine (Diamox is Highly Recommended and provided by Himalayan Glacier Trekking. You may choose to bring your own.SNACKS: Bring your favorite snacks like biscuits, Hard Candy, Chocolates, dry sweets, dry fruits, and Nasto

FIRST AID MEDICAL KITS/ medicines

Consulting with your physician is highly recommended and bring the medications as per his/ her advice. ONLY bring the medicines you use (NOT ALL LISTED) Only bring enough to last for travel days: your prescribed medicines, cough medicine, cough drops, pain medicine (Tylenol/Advil) Imodium, Ciprofloxacin(Rx – Traveler’s diarrhea), Emergen-C, Visine Eye Drops, multivitamins, band aid, Neosporin, Vicks Vapor Rub, Muscle Relaxer Cream, Motion sickness and high altitude sickness medicine (Diamox is Highly Recommended and provided by Himalayan Glacier Trekking. You may choose to bring your own.SNACKS: Bring your favorite snacks like biscuits, Hard Candy, Chocolates, dry sweets, dry fruits, and Nasto

PACKING INSTRUCTIONS:

Pack all items in extra large 2 ½ gallon clear easy zip bags in one suitcase as per airline size. We will provide a Large Duffle bag for your Journey and leave behind your Suitcase at the hotel in Kathmandu.

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