Mt. Kailash/Mansarovar – Abode of the Gods

Mt. Kailash, the most scared mountain, situated at the height of 6714m with it's four sheer walls capped peak is wonderful and inspiring sight, the abode of lord Shiva and consort Parvati. This beautiful and sacred lake is an important pilgrimage for both Buddhist and Hindus as it is believed that bathing in the holy water will clean one's sins and diseases. Geographically it is important too – as four great rivers, Karnali, Brahmaputra, Indus, Sutlej flows from here. Even to non believers, the mountain and lake are awe – inspiring, mystical, refreshing, rejuvenating and is beyond the expression of words.

First option:

16 Days mt. Kailash yatra by overland (jeep) via Kodari border - 09

DAY 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel by our escort.

DAY 02: After breakfast go for sightseeing tour to visit temple of Pashupatinath the biggest Hindu Temple. After paying homage to the lord Pashupati proceed further to Kathmandu city including Budhanilkantha, where lies the temple of Bishnu Narayan famous for its large idol of Narayan lying on the bed of snakes in the pond.

DAY 03: Drive to Nyalam (3750m)
After early breakfast we will leave Kathmandu, driving for 125 km (approx. 4:30 hrs) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside to Kodari on Nepal side. After completing Nepalese immigration and customs process we will 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 30 km (approx. 1:30 hrs.) from the border to reach Nyalam, we can see Mt. Everest, top of the world and all the eastern Himalayan views from Nyalam, we will stay at Guest House in Nyalam.

DAY 04: Rest Day in Nyalam (3750m)
We will stay one day more for the acclimatization in Nyalam, stay at the same Guest House In Nyalam.

DAY 05: DRIVE TO SAGA (4840m)
Drive approx 8 hrs (250 km) to the huge lake called Peiku-tso crossing two high passes. After a picnic lunch at the bank of Peiku-tso lake we continue drive to Saga crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River) stay at Guest House in Saga.

DAY 06: Drive to Prayang (4540m)
After a drive of (250 km) 8 hrs approx. we will reach to Prayang, this is a small town, we will stay at lodge in Prayang.

DAY 07: Drive to Mansarovar (4558m).
After the drive of 280 km approx 8 hrs we reach holy Lake Mansarovar located just 30km south of Mt. Kailash. Stay at the lodge in Hore, Mansarovar side.

DAY 08: Drive to Darchen – (4560m)
After taking holy bath and performing Puja, will take you to parikrama of Mansarovar Lake and proceed to Base Camp of Mt.Kailash stay at Guest House in Darchen.

DAY 09: Trek to Dira-puk (4900m).
Drive about 8 km to Tarboche, this is the starting point for Kora and trek to Deraphuk stay at camp. The 55 km trek around Mt. Kailash. Those who do not want to trek around Kailash can go back to Mansarovar/Darchen and wait for the Kora group to return.

DAY 10: Trek to Zutul-Puk( 4790m.)
Will again proceed to Drolma Chu valley, heading up towards a high pass, the Drolma La (5640m.). 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, stay at the camp of Zutul Phuk.

DAY 11: Drive Zutul-Phuk to hore, Mansarovar.
Trek to Rongdu and drive to Darchen to proceed Hore-Mansarovar – stay at lodge/camp.

DAY 12: Drive to Prayang
Drive from Hore Mansarovar to Prayang- stay at lodge in prayang

DAY 13: Drive to Saga.
stay at the lodge.

DAY 14: Drive to Nyalam.
stay at the lodge

DAY 15: Drive back to China – Nepal Border and drive to Kathmandu check-in to Hotel.

DAY 16: Transfer to Kathmandu airport for onward journeys.

Normal Deluxe group rate: INR 66,550/- per person for Indian Nationality

Note:
For Non Resident of India (NRI) will be 10% extra on above cost.
A Brahmin Pujari will accompany each group for performing ritual pujas for each group members.

• 3-4 star hotel on twin sharing basis with all meals (vegetarian)
• 3 nights/4 days in Kathmandu only
• All transfers and Half day Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley by coach
• (China) side – availability lodge/ Tents with all meals Vegetarian
• Sleeping bag,
• Mattress,
• Air pillow case,
• Tent-4 persons in each New Model (4500) Land Cruiser Jeep,
• Yak & Yak man for carrying equipments and luggage during Parikrama –
• Driver,
• Guide,
• Sherpas / Porter,
• Cook,
• Chinese Visa,
• Tibet permits,
• Monasteries fee,
• Oxygen,
• Mineral Water etc.

• Extra cost of transportation,
• porters etc., involved due to landslides, snowfall, political and natural
   disturbances and any other unforeseen conditions.
• Extra cost of accommodation and meals in Tibet & Kathmandu for staying
   more than the program or for any other reasons will cost extra INR 1500/-
   per person per night with all meals on twin sharing,
• Single supplement INR 1100/- per night.
• Expenses of personal nature such as insurance,
• Beverage,
• Telephone calls,
• Tips, local, donations etc.
• If required to ride on horse/ pony for Kailash Parikrama, will be charged
   extra.

NOTE:
For non residential Indians (NRI/Foreigner) will be 10% extra on above cost.
A Brahmin Pujari will accompany each group for performing ritual Puja for each group members.

Above cost includes:
• Nepal side: 3-4 star hotel on twin sharing with all meals (vegetarian),
• One full day sightseeing of three queen cities of Kathmandu valley by non
   A/C coach
• Tibet (China) side – Lodge/Guest House,
• Two men tented camp with sleeping bag and mattress,
• Air pillow case,
• All meals (vegetarian) down jacket,
• 4 to 5 persons in each land cruiser Japanese 4 WD Jeep,
• Truck for carrying luggages and trekking equipments,
• Yak and yak man for carrying trekking equipments during Parikrama,
• Driver,
• Guide,
• Sherpas,
• Cook,
• Chinese visa,
• Tibet permit,
• Oxygen,
• Mineral water,
• Helicopter,
• All domestic flights

Above price doesn't include:
• Extra cost of transportation,
• Porters etc. involved due to landslides,
• Snowfall,
• Local donation,
• Political and natural disturbances any other unforeseen conditions
• Extra cost of accommodation and meals in Kathmandu for staying more than
   3 nights as per the program to match the flight schedule or for any other
   reasons will cost extra INR 1500.- per person per night with all meals on
   twin sharing basis,
• Single supplement INR 1100.- per night.
• Expenses of personal nature such as insurance,
• Beverages,
• Telephone calls,
• Tips,
• Local donations etc.
• Charges of pony or horse will be extra for Kailash Parikarma.

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR MT. KAILASH YATRA:

Accommodation:
We will provide you the best tent camping or lodges on the whole journey as per our agreements and itineraries.

Health:
All participants must provide health certificates given by a doctor confirming that the participant is fit for the journey of altitude up to 5700m. We advise to bring along with you your own small first aid-kit bag.

Altitude sickness:
This is an environment related conditions that can effect anyone who ascends rapidly to high elevations without acclimatizing properly. We request you to read any book of trekking which have chapter on this matter and also consult your doctor.

Fitness:
We recommend you to bring a good day pack that are fit enough to carry snacks, filled water bottle, food/snacks/camera/film/sunhat/light weight rain gear/extra clothes etc.

Insurance:
Full travel insurance coverage for emergency evacuation, loss of life and property and trip cancellation is strongly recommended.

Oxygen or Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC):
Oxygen cylinder or PAC will be provided for the whole tour, depending upon our agreements – please note that Oxygen or PAC is to be used only in case of emergency.

Transportation:
We will provide 4WD Japanese Land Cruiser throughout the journey in Tibet side. Rest in Nepal side we will provide private coach only. Truck will be provided for the trekking equipments, luggage's and food supplies etc.

The Weather Conditions:
The weather in Tibet from May to October must be expected to be dry and sunny. Highest temperature can be 22 degree Celsius. The temperature at night will be 0 to 10 degree Celsius at an altitude of 5000 m.

Clothing and Accessories:
The recommended items are: Down jacket, air pillow case, special shoes, woolen hat, shocks, dust mask, sweater, flash light, sunhat, sunglass, sun lotion, handy knife, water bottle, a small medical aid-kit, toilet papers, films with sufficient batteries, rain gear etc.

Food and Beverages:
We will provide you in Tibet side breakfast, lunch, dinner (vegetarian), cooked by our professional and trained cook who will be taken from Kathmandu. We will recommend you to bring sufficient supplementary food like chocolates, biscuits, nuts, bhujhya and your tinned products to add varieties to the meal.

Customs formalities:
Valuable goods that are taken for personal use like radio, video camera etc. will be allowed only after clearing from custom department.

Currency:
The Credit cards are not accepted. All major foreign currency and TC are accepted in the border of China (Zhangmu Bank). At present U$ 1 = 8 Yuen approximately

Responsibility:
All arrangement within Tibet is solely at the direction of China, Tibet Tourism Bureau, a Government organization and we have no control over the quality of facilities. Our company reserves the rights to change itineraries without advance notice, depending on the weather and the road conditions.

Staff, Guide and Escort:
Our highly experienced Sherpa staff will be responsible for all camping and cooking arrangements. Local English speaking guide escorts the group throughout the Tibet tour.

Visa Arrangements:
We will process to arrange visa for which we require the following details before two months of the booking date:
1. Full name
2. Sex
3. Date of Birth
4. Profession
5. Nationality
6. Passport Number
7. Validity of the passport should be at least six months
8. Passport size photographs – 4 pcs.

Things to carry for Mt. Kailash Yatra:
We recommend that you bring the following items to make your journey more comfortable clothing for both extremes of climate and temperature. While driving to Kailash, it will be warm inside the vehicle and light clothing will be required. But as soon as you step out of the vehicle, warm clothing will be required to keep off the cold winds of the Tibetan Plateau. Evening will be generally cold and warm clothing will be required. We recommend that you bring the following clothing and accessories with you:

• Dawn jacket – provided by the company
• Light tennis shoes and light rubber sandal
• Warm thick pullover – one
• Warm woolen socks - six
• Warm thin pullover – one
• Light cotton or silk scarf - one
• Warm pants – two
• Large cotton or silk scarf - one
• Light loose cotton pants – two
• Warm gloves
• Warm windproof jacket – one
• Soft paper tissues and handkerchief - plenty
• Cotton sleeve T-shirts – four
• Monkey cap and sun heat – one each
• Thermal under pants long – two
• Towels (one big, one small) etc.
• Thermal vest/warm full T-shirts – two
• Rain coat with hood/Poncho (should be roomy) – one
• "Broken-in" pair of ankle high walking boots and one extra shoe laces.

CLOTHINGS:
Clothing should be normally light capable providing warmth preferably dark colors so that dirt is not easily remarkable.
• Track suits – 2
• Shirts long sleeved made of wool less of flannel
• Towels - 2
• Salwar sets - 3
• Eight pairs of cotton and two pairs of woolen spcks
• Muffler - 1
• One pair woolen and one pair of cotton gloves
• Pair of sandal with back starp - one
• One pair of hiking boots and one pair of sports shoes
• Under garments - 6
• Skirt for lady (good for open toilet) - 1
• Shawl - 1
• Woolen sweater with high neck - 1
• Monkey cap (Balacava) - 1
• Wind sheeter with a hood (water proof) -1
• Pants loose fitting - 2
• Thermals – 2 (two legging and two vests)
• Night wears - 2
• T-shirts – 2

TOILETRY:
• Sun block cream
• Tooth paste and brush
• Soap
• Skin moisturizer
• Toilet tissue rolls and detergent
• Hand mirror
• Wide tooth comb
• Lip balm

MISCELLANEOUS:
• Alarm clock, *video and camera with extra batteries
• Torch with batteries. *music cassettes
• Nylon ropes. *note book. *water can with m-seal for bringing the Manas
   Holy water
• Related books. *sun glass with retainer (thread/chain)
• Whistle to hang around neck while doing Parikarma/Kora
• Cigarette lighter – 1 *500 ml thermos flask holder with mug cover
• One liter water bottle. *Swiss army knife. *swing kit

FIRST AID MEDICAL KITS:
We highly recommend you to consult your own doctor before you start the trip and bring the medications as per his/her advice. However, following items are worth full to bring:
• Daimox – 20 tablets *paracetamol (crocin)
• Pain killer
• Eye drops for burning eyes *multivitamin pills
• Muscle relaxant *antibiotic
• Motion sickness and high altitude sickness medicine
• Vicks vaporub *water purification tablets
• Neosprin ointment *band aid *antihistamine (contact cc)
• Kee-cap *electric powder *thermometer

Terms and Condition:
• The application form must be submitted at least 90 days before the
   provisional date of departure. Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. will confirm your
   booking within 15 days of your application.
• The application form must be filled up by completely and be submitted along
   with 6 copies of photographs and medical certificate, Appraisal for high
   altitude (up to 18,500 ft.) travel and stay from a registered Doctor.
• The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice due to any
   unavoidable circumstances.
• 50% deposit of the tour cost at the time of booking and the balance 50%
   before the commencement of the tour is compulsory.
• In case of any differences/disputes during the tour, the decision of Kailash
   Journeys shall be final binding.
• Participants are responsible for complying with all the formalities required by
   Nepalese and Chinese authorities en-route. Any participants carrying
   unlawful drugs, political propaganda, firearms or pamphlets will immediately
   be excluded from the tour.

Cancellation of the Tour:
• A cancellation charge of INR 10,000/- will be claimed from the participant for
   a cancellation before 3 weeks of tour commencement of the tour.
• No cancellation will be accepted within 7 days of the commencement of the
   tour.
• A refund will be made by Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. after deducting INR
   10,000/- if the tour is cancelled for whatever reasons.

Assumption of Risks, release guarantee:
I understand and I am aware that during the tour of trek in which I intend to participate under the management's of M/S Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. and its agent, associates or employees, certain risks and dangers may arise, including but not limited to the hazards of traveling in remote and mountaineer terrain accident of illness in remote places without the availability of medical facilities of means of rapid evacuation.

I further understand and accept that due to the nature of travel in Mt. Kailash and also due to certain tours and conditions imposed upon M/\s Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. by the principals i.e., the Chinese travel authorities I will not be eligible for any refund of the cost for whatsoever reason when the trip is actually launched, and if I make a cancellation after completing booking formalities I loose INR 10,000/- per person out of the total package amount, I however, will receive full refund if M/S Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. cancels a trip for whatever reasons, such as failure to obtain visa or attain minimum group size.

I accept and agree to assume all risk associated with the journeys and further agree to abide by the terms and conditions of M/S Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. as described herein and its broachers' and publications, in the event of illness, accident, weather, political and other factors beyond their control, I will not hold Kailash Journeys (P) Ltd. and its agents, associates or employees responsible or liable for damages. I understand I am traveling at my own risk.