The Kailash Manasarovar Tour (fly in- fly out) (Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu)
Kailash Manasarovar Tour considered as one of the most pious Hindu Pilgrims at the same time is most difficult for one to reach at the abode of Lord Shiva for absolute salvation. However, with land cruiser tours the difficult terrain of Kailash Manasarovar becomes easy and accessible with the modern road infrastructure at Nepal as well as Tibet with the help of modern transport system.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport - (1360m.)
After your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our office representative and transferred to the hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu, being the historical and cultural heart of the country, is a popular destination for tourists, trekkers and other types of adventure seekers. The city is a marvelous amalgamation of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western cultures influences. Paten and Bhaktapur are its two major neighboring cities. These two cities, like Kathmandu, have a rich historical, cultural and religious legacy which is reflected in the many temples, monuments and artifacts that they contain. You will be taken on a half-day guided tour of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur cities. In Kathmandu, you will be visiting Pashupatinath, the most famous and revered Hindu shrine in the country; Bouddhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, Swyambhunath, which contains both Buddhist and Hindu shrines and stands as testimony to the religious harmony that exists in the country; and the 15th-century 55-window palace in Bhaktapur. An orientation session for the tour, which commences the following day, will be organized in the evening.
Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 3: Kathmandu: free day waiting for visa & rest day.
Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 4: Kathmandu to Lhasa (3650 m): flight
Transfer to the airport for the flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, Himalayan Flight which will give you an opportunity to have an aerial view of the Mt. Everest and other Himalayan Peaks if weather is favorable. Arrival at Gonggar airport and clearing immigration and customs we drive to Lhasa.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Lhasa: Rest and Sightseeing
During sty in Lhasa we visit the Potala palace, Drepung and Sera monasteries, the Norbulinka and of course the famous Jokhang temple including the surrounding Barkhor.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Drive from Lhasa – Shigatse (3950m) via Khamba La (4794m) 275 Km
The drive along the Friendship Highway offers stunning views of Nature, beautiful valleys and colorful Tibetan villages you arrive in the town of Shigatse, Tibet’s second largest city; you will be guided to explore the local market and overnight stay
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Shigatse – Saga Drive about 450 Km
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Drive Saga to Manasarovar Lake (4560 m) 430 km
Today we drive through Mayum la pass ( 5182m ), the highest point of the driving. With the first glimpse of the Holy “Mt. Kailash & Lake Mansarover” you will feel the fulfillment of way of life that you are going to have. Upon Arrival at Mansarovar we have to change our transport and use Chinese Govt Bus for Kailash Mansarovar Region Mansarovar parikrama by Bus. (125 KM approx).
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Manasarover – Tarchen (4560 Meter)
Manasarovara is the lake of compassion, tranquility and bliss. After completing the memorable morning Bath and Puja we will be heading towards Tarchen. It is considered as a base camp for the Holy Kailash Parikrama.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Darchen – Dehrapuk (4890m) 6-7 hrs
After Breakfast Drive to Yamdwar Darshan & Start Parikrama of Mt. Kailash will start our trek, 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. Today is the first day of your Kailash Parikrama You will visit North Face of Mt Kailash Reach Dehrapuk 16300ft (Those who do not wish go for Parikrama can go back to Dharchen after Pooja).
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Dirapuk to Zuthulphuk(4760 meter 22km trek)
Early start will help us to reach Zuthulphuk, as the trail is strenuous where we have to pass Dolma-La Pass (5250 M). The weather in unpredictable in Doma-la Pass and at any time snowstorm can fall. But you can touch the Kailash parvat. So we try to start our journey as early as possible. In route we can have Darshan of Gaurikund. We stay at Zuthulphuk for the night.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Zuthulpuk to Mansarovar to Saga
We will trek around 8 km and reach to the point where the Coach will be waiting for us drive to Horachu Mansarovar.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Saga to Shigatse Drive back to Shigatse (450 km).
From today we will be leaving this holy place and return back to Shigatse.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Shigatse to Lhasa (275 km)
We drive back from Shigatse to Lhasa
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Lhasa to Kathmandu : Flight
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 16: Final Departure
It is believed that the SUN, the MOON, the STARS an all the higher and lower worlds regularly circumambulates this centre - Kailash. Unlike other mountains of the world, Kailash has a distinct shape with features that are peculiar and pious both outwardly and internally. Kailash rises like a symmetrical domed rock temple covered with ice and snow and hence, projects the shape of the"Lingam"
Kailash Manasarovar Tour considered as one of the most pious Hindu Pilgrims at the same time is most difficult for one to reach at the abode of Lord Shiva for absolute salvation. However, with land cruiser tours the difficult terrain of Kailash Manasarovar becomes easy and accessible with the modern road infrastructure at Nepal as well as Tibet with the help of modern transport system.
Mount Kailash is highly respected for the being the abode of Lord Shiva. Every year, hundreds of devotees embark on the faithful journey to this peak for seeking the blessings of the Lord and take a dip in the holy Manasarovar Lake. According to the Shrutis and Smritis Mt. Kailash, The snow jewel crowning the roof of the world, is the most sacred and admired. Kailash has many names, popular also as Mt. Meru, the centre of cosmos -the navel or axis of the Earth, a.k.a. Mt. Sumeru etc. According to the Hindu Mythology,the Lord Shiva resides on the summit of Kailash, meditating continuouslyand ensuring the continuity of three aspects of the universe – creation, preservation and destruction. Thus Shiva represents the Trinity – Brahma, Vishnu and Mahadeva. Mt. Kailash is thus Shiva personified as it is believed that he takes earthly form in Kailash. It is in the centre of the universe.
It is believed that the SUN, the MOON, the STARS an all the higher and lower worlds regularly circumambulates this centre - Kailash. Unlike other mountains of the world, Kailash has a distinct shape with features that are peculiar and pious both outwardly and internally. Kailash rises like a symmetrical domed rock temple covered with ice and snow and hence, projects the shape of the"Lingam". It is said that Gyanganj (Siddha Bhumi), the ultimate secret home of the immortals, is situated in the region beyond Kailash. It is no wonder then that the holier than the holiest Kailash, which is the metaphysical representation of Lord Shiva, is located near the land of Gyanganj, which is Mount Kailash.
Spanning days around Kailash Manasarovar Tour becomes hassle-free and safe journey with the modern road infrastructure at Nepal as well as Tibet with the help of modern transport system organized by Adventure Gorkhaland. The journey starts in the end of April and continues till September when pilgrims trek in batches to reach their Lord’s abode. This is an all-inclusive tour that is going to take care of all your requirements from your arrival in Kathmandu till your departure, along with sightseeing, lodging and food.
Kailash Manasarovar tour package is a preciously-planned itinerary that has stay and sightseeing in Kathmandu including Pashupatinath temple. The other inclusions are permits, visa fee, guides/porters, transportation, and food and stay on the way to Manasarovar Lake.
This adventure trip with strength of mind begins from Kathmandu with a wounderful flight to Lhasa, beautiful region in Tibet crossing Nepal. With sightseeing of Lhasa for a day we head to the drive along the Friendship Highway offers stunning views of Nature, beautiful valleys and colorful Tibetan villages. In the drive Land cruiser are used on long Tibet route simpler and easy. Reaching Kailash Mansarovar you will be blessed with holy bath and parikrama to accomplish your spiritual journey and head back to Kathmandu.
Trip Highlights
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu including Pashupatinath temple
- Admiring the breathtaking scenery of Mt. Kailash
- Exploration visit of major highlighted sites of Tibet’s Lhasa city first including popular Potala Place, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, Norbulingka summer place of Dalai Lama
- Tibetan traditional market and Cultural destinations
- A dip into the holy waters of Mansarovar Lake Darshan of Gauri Kund
- Holy pilgrimage travelers adventure journey in roof of the world
- Incredibly beautiful landscape with holy glimpse of Mt Kailash and many other surrounding mountains
- Mt Kailash Tour also takes exploration visit to Manasarovar Lake and Rakshas Tal and three days holy KORA.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport - (1360m.)
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
Day 3: Kathmandu: free day waiting for visa & rest day.
Day 4: Kathmandu to Lhasa (3650 m): flight
Day 5: Lhasa: Rest and Sightseeing
Day 6: Drive from Lhasa – Shigatse (3950m) via Khamba La (4794m) 275 Km
Day 7: Shigatse – Saga Drive about 450 Km
Day 8: Drive Saga to Manasarovar Lake (4560 m) 430 km
Day 9: Manasarover – Tarchen (4560 Meter)
Day 10: Darchen – Dehrapuk (4890m) 6-7 hrs
Day 11: Dirapuk to Zuthulphuk(4760 meter 22km trek)
Day 12: Zuthulpuk to Mansarovar to Saga
Day 13: Saga to Shigatse Drive back to Shigatse (450 km).
Day 14: Shigatse to Lhasa (275 km)
Day 15: Lhasa to Kathmandu: Flight
Day 16: Final Departure
- Airports pick up and drop off services.
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Kathmandu with all meals.
- A visit / Darshana of Pashupatinath Temple and Budhanilkantha.
- Scheduled flight Kathmandu Lhasa Kathmandu
- Double / Twin sharing hotel in Kathmandu and 3 or 4pax in Simikot and Mt. Kailash Manasarovar Tour in Tibet.
- Three meals a day.
- Tibet part transfer by deluxe Bus as per group sizes /Truck for Luggage
- Nepali Team Leader and Supporting Sherpa Team
- English speaking Tibetan guide, travel permit and Chinese Visa
- Duffel Bag (a large bag to keep the pilgrims' luggage for the trip) Dawn Jacket returnable after trip
- All camping and cooking equipment
- All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet.
- Upper Humla permit fee for client and for Helicopter landing.
- Oxygen Cylinder and First AID medication
- Travel & Rescue arrangement.
- All government taxes.
- Farewell dinner
- All beverages during trip starting and end point: Kathmandu.
- Extra and excess luggage or cargo charge
- Extra room bills due to flight delays possibly due to weather conditions.
- Stick and a water bottle
- Insurance and evacuation cost.
- Personal horse riding / personal porter charges during Kailash Parikrama
- Tips for the supporting staff
