Mount Kailash & Muktinath from America, Singapore, UK, Malaysia,Australia

Tips for Travellers for Planning their Tour

Itinerary

Hotel Summary

- Kathmandu Deluxe Hotel Hyatt place or similar,  - Nyalam Guest House or similar with attach bathroom, - Sanga: Hotel Sanga east post or Sanga Grand west post with attached bathroom  or similar. - Manasarovar Guest house  - Darchen: Hotel Himalayan or new Chinese Hotel Caster with an attached bathroom. - Deraphuk and Zulphuk new Guest house

Tour Itinerary

 

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu

 

Start your trip from Kathmandu today as you arrive at Kathmandu international airport. Upon arrival the representative of NTP Tourism Affairs will greet you outside the airport and will provide you transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. Rest of the time is free. Dinner and night stay will be at the hotel.

 

Maximum Elevation: 1410m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe hotel sharing basis

 

Nepal Tourist Visa: Indian passport holders do not require a visa to visit Nepal. However, while travelling to Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu from any international airport in India, an Indian citizen require to show a valid Indian passport or Indian Voter ID Card (Indian Electoral Card). Kindly take a note that Aadhar Card and Driving License are not valid documents to board a flight to Kathmandu from Indian airports. On the other hand Nepal visa for all non-Indian passport holders is available on arrival at Kathmandu international airport. Non-Indian passport holders may also apply such Nepal entry visa online to save their time at the Kathmandu airport.

 

China Group Travel Visa for Tibet: To obtain Chinese group visa, the Indian passport holders, irrespective to their country of residence and geographical location, have to present their original passport in China Embassy New Delhi through the authorized tour Company who has obtained the necessary Tibet entry permit and invitations for them from various authorities in Tibet, China. The China Embassy in Delhi takes minimum 4-5 working days to give a decision on such group visa. All other travelers holding a non-Indian passport (Including NRIs with non-Indian passport, OCI card holders and Green Card holders) require to arrive in Kathmandu 3-4 days prior the trip date for submission of their China entry visa application with China Visa Centre Kathmandu, through the tour Company. The original passport with visa application documents and colored recent photographs (in a prescribed size and format) are to be the provided to the China Visa Centre in Kathmandu. The China Visa Centre takes minimum 3-4 working days to give decision on such group visa.

 

Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing

 

At around 08.00 am the temple visit will start. We will try to reach Pashupatinath Temple before 09.00am to attend aarti in the main temple. Also visit many small and big temples in the complex. After visiting Pashupatinath Temple visit the ‘Sleeping Vishnu Temple (Jal Narayan Temple) and Guheshwari Mata Temple. After visiting temples, drive back to your hotel and spend time in preparing for the next day travel to Nepal-China border. If you want to buy some stuff for your trip you may pay a visit to the popular market of Thamel (own arrangements). Here you may get almost every item related to trekking and adventure activities. In the evening, we will have short briefing program followed by introduction of all group members. Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.

 

Maximum. Elevation: 1410m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe hotel sharing basis

 

Optional Tour: An hour mountain flight over the world’s highest mountain peaks can be a feast for the eyes of the travelers. The flight departs at around 06.30am from domestic airport. If you want to take this trip, please book in advance to avoid non-availability of seats.

 

Day 03 : Kathmandu to Kodari border/Nyalam

 

This day drive towards the border of Nepal & China from where you will be starting your journey to Kodari. Overnght stay at Kodari Border.

 

Day 04 : Kodari to Nyalam (China  border)

 

Breakfast check out and head towards the border .On reaching the border, firstly complete all the custom and immigration formalities and once done, you will have to cross the Friendship Bridge by a 15- minutes’ walk. On arriving at the China side you will be meeting the Chinese guide and from there he will be further assisting your transfer to Nyalam. Check-in at your pre-booked guesthouse/lodge there and then stay overnight there.

 

Max. Elevation: 3760m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe equivalent hotel sharing basis

 

Day 05 : Nyalam to Saga

 

Have some tasty breakfast and then start your drive towards Saga or New Dongba while crossing the highly beautiful Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo). Stay overnight at a guesthouse/hotel in Saga or New Dongba.

 

Maximum. Elevation: 4650m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe equivalent hotel sharing basis

 

Day 06 : Saga to Lake Mansarovar

 

Today is an important day of your drive as today you will not only reach the holy Lake Mansarovar but will also get the first glimpse of holy Mount Kailash. The drive starts early as we have to travel a long way to Lake Mansarovar and there are several check points on the way which will make the journey tiring and time taking. It is estimated to start the drive by 07.00 am. Before Mayumla Pass (4900m) we will stop at the check post. From here we continue our drive to Lake Mansarovar and get the first darshan of Mount Kailash. Though the drive today is long but the road conditions are good and surrounded with scenic beauty. Reach Lake Mansarovar and check into a guesthouse. Dinner and stay will be at the guesthouse.

 

Maximum Elevation: 4600m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Guesthouse Dormitory Style

 

Night view of Lake Mansarovar : In the night the travelers may pay a visit to Lake Mansarovar to witness its beauty under the moon light. Though visiting lake in the night is completely safe but it is advisable to go in a group and if possible take a Nepalese Sherpa with you for any required help. Cover yourself properly with warm clothes or blanket as the temperature outside will be cold. Also don’t forget to carry a torch and a whistle.

 

Day 07 : Lake Mansarovar to Darchen

 

Early morning visit the Mansarovar lake for holy bath, performing puja, hawan and other rituals as per your own customs. The lake looks stunning in the morning and the beautiful sight of Mount Kailash makes it even more delightful. The water of the lake will be definitely very cold but the devotees are always full of spirituality and devotion and do not wish to skip this holy bath. It is to be noted carefully that the recent change in the law of Tibetan Govt has restricted dip bath in the lake and has categorized it as a punishable offence. So kindly refrain from going inside the lake and for the bath ask our sherpas only to bring water in a bucket for you. After dip bath and prayer the group is ready to drive to Darchen and will travel through Rakshasa Taal and Chiu Gompa by performing 70% parikrama of the holy lake. Remaining part of parikrama will be performed while coming back from Darchen after kora of Mt. Kailash.

On reaching Darchen check into the hotel and spend rest of the time relaxing and preparing for the next day kora of Mount Kailash. Dinner and night stay at the hotel.

 

Maximum Elevation: 4585m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe equivalent hotel sharing basis

 

Day 08 : 1st Day kora/parikrama of Mt. Kailash, 13kms trek to Dirapuk

 

Today, we wake up early and after taking light breakfast, we head to Tarboche. Do not forget to fill your water bottle before leaving for the trek. All pilgrims have the opportunity to visit Yama Dwar before trek (kora) starts. Tarboche is the point (towards the South face of Mount Kailash where one can hire horse/pony to ride on the trek during the kora. The price and availability of horse/pony and porter is controlled by the local Union and Kailash yatra trip operators and our team will have no control over it. From Tarboche we proceed to Yama Dwar which is considered to be the start point of Kailash kora. From Yama Dwar we start 13 kms trek to Dirapuk slowly and gradually. The trek to Dirapuk Gompa today is fairly easy but as you walk in high altitude lack of oxygen in the air makes the trek little difficult, as you feel short of breath on the trek. We will take a stop in the middle of the trek where we find some small shops and tea stall and then again continue to Dirapuk. On reaching Dirapuk the pilgrims will see the majestic Mount Kailash standing high on right side of their trek. Take some beautiful photos and then continue to your guesthouse near Dirapuk Monastery. The night will be too cold below zero degree temperature so we will have quick and light dinner (Khichdi, soup etc) and rest in the bed.

 

Maximum Elevation: 5220m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Guesthouse Dormitory Style

 

Important remark: Group members who want to make change in their schedule and do not want to go for trekking may visit Yam Dwar and come back to the hotel at Darchan. They may ask the guide to arrange for their additional hotel stay in Darchen and can pay for their hotel and other additional expenses directly.

 

Optional trip from Darchen : It is possible to arrange a visit to Ashtapad from Darchen on request of the pilgrim but please be informed that one should trek from Darchen to Ashtapad and back to Darchen, as there is no transport service permitted by Chinese authorities in this area. The trip to Ashtapad is subject to permission of local authorities and on direct payment basis to Tibetan Guides.

 

Visit Charan Sparsh from Dirapuk : Charan Sparsh (5475m is 3 kms one side trek from Dirapuk. One can consult with tour guide to take this short trek to touch the feet of Mt. Kailash (considered to be Lord Shiva Himself). This trek is not a part of the package and depends on weather conditions, local authorities permission and guide’s advice. (Distance 03 kms / 02 hours one side / very challenging trek)

 

Day 9 : 2nd Day parikrama, 19kms trek to Zuthulpukh via Gauri Kund

 

Wake up very early morning before dawn and witness the first sunlight on Mt. Kailash offering amazing view of the ‘Golden Kailash’. Take a quick light breakfast, fill hot water in your flask and carry your snacks for the lunch and get ready to begin the trek towards Zuthulphuk. This day is considered as the toughest day of this entire trip as the trek goes steep up continuously up to Dolma-La pass (5630 m) and then steep down to Gauri Kund. Near Dolma La pass you will witness colourful flags around and belongings of people spread nearby. This place is called Shiva Tsal (Shiva Sthal). It is said that people performing parikrama must leave something behind here may be a used cloth or ornament or a drop of blood or a lock of hair which symbolizes the act of leaving this life behind and wishing for the end of a miserable life. The total trek today we have to cover is about 19 kms to reach Zuthulpuk Gompa for night stay.

 

Maximum Elevation: 5640m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Guesthouse Dormitory Style

 

Important remark : If at Dirapuk you do not feel for continuing trek further to Zuthulpuk and wish to change your schedule and go back to Darchen for night stay, you must inform the guide for additional arrangement for you.

 

Day 10 : 3rd Day 06kms trek to Darchen, Drive to Saga

 

This is our last day on Mount Kailash trek. Wake up and after light breakfast we continue our trek down to reach Darchen. We walk on gradual trek for about 6 kms and reach at a point where the vehicles are waiting for us. The vehicles will take us to Darchen where other group members are waiting. After some refreshment continue drive to Saga by completing the remaining course (approx. 30%) of Lake Manasarovar parikrama by vehicle. Relaxed time and stay at guesthouse in Saga.

 

Maximum Elevation: 4650m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe equivalent hotel sharing basis

 

Day 11 : Saga to Nyalam

 

Have some luscious breakfast and then start your drive towards Nyalam (215 km, 5 to 6 hrs drive).

Maximum. Elevation: 2710m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe equivalent hotel sharing basis

 

Day 12 : Nyalam to Kathmandu via Kodari Border

 

After breakfast, start your drive from Nyalam in order to reach the Friendship Bridge. On reaching there, complete some custom and immigration formalities, and then further continue your drive towards Kathmandu. Arrive at Kathmandu and then stay overnight at a pre-booked accommodation there.

 

Maximum. Elevation: 1410m (Approximate) 

Accommodation Style: Deluxe hotel sharing basis

 

Day 13: Fly back to home from Kathmandu

 

Intime you will be transferred to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport to board your flight back to your hotel/next destination

Meals included: Veg Breakfast

 

Note: Yatra Groups Operating via Nepal are merged in Tibet and Nepal for the management and conduction.  

Additional Muktinath Tour  Along with Kailash Tour (Yatra)

Price per person  Indian Citizen	INR 45000
Price per person NRI (Foreign)	US Dollar $.  1000.

Itinerary

Day 13: Instant of Departure after kailash Yatra start Muktinath Yatra Early morning drive to Pokhara via Manakamana Temple O/N hotel halt in Pokhara.

Day 14: Early morning flight to Jomsom then drive to Muktinath temple (By Jeep), giving plenty of  time for yatris to do pooja, bath etc. Afternoon drive back to Jomsom overnight stay in Jomsom at Hotel, Meals Plan (B/L/D).

Day 15: Early morning flight back to Pokhara, Afternoon half day pokhara sightseeing and fly back to Kathmandu transfer to hotel,Meals Plan (B/ L/D).

Day 16: After breakfast departure transfer trip conclude. (B)

Above price include: Hotel accommodations in tour:- one nights in Kathmandu , one nights in Pokhara & one nights in Jomsom. Entry permit, schedule air tickets:- Pokhara / Jomsom / Pokhara  and Pokhara – Kathmandu, Airport tax. Kathmandu to pokhara By drive, Jomsom Muktinath / Jomsom Jeep drive. Nepali guide, entire tour pure  vegetarian food according to above listed trip program.

Above price not  include: Tips, Personal expenses(beverage, phone call, cold drinks, mineral water etc), if need any things more than program, rescue and emergency charge , in case flight cancel additional day hotel stay expenses, International air tickets, travel insurance. Manakamana cable car tickets.

General Information Regarding Kailash Tour

Passport/ official documents:-  No Need Visa & Passport for Indian Citizens in Nepal. But compulsory visa and 6 Months Valid Passport For Kailash Yatra with 4 passport size photographs( as per the advised specification)
Food during yatra:- Our cooks will be traveling with you during the entire trip. Our Staff will carry all necessary cooking items and will provide Pure Indian vegetarian food

Temperature and Weather: (Tibet Average Climate in Month)

May: 5-18 ºC Day Time  /  -1-10ºC Night Time.
June: 8-22 ºC Day Time  /  1-11ºC Night Time
July: 10-22 ºC Day Time /  2-12ºC Nighttime
Aug: 8-22 ºC Day Time  /  0-11ºC Night Time.
Sep: 7 - 19 ºC Day Time  /  0-10ºC Night Time.

Currency Value Would is Fluctuation.
1 US $  :  7 Yuan (Chinese Currency)
1 Yuan: Rs.12 (Indian Currency)
1 Yuan: NRs.19.5 (Nepali Currency)
Rs.100 (Indian Currency): NRs.160
1US $   : Rs.73/-(indian Currency)
(Credit and Debit cards are accepted in TIBET)