Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in English

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APNA BHARAT TOURS & TRAVELS
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2018
By Luxury Bus/Land Cruiser
13 DAYS – EX. KATHMANDU
Day 01 # Arrival at Kathmandu
Arrive at Kathmandu airport as per your schedule. You will be welcomed by our tour representative
who will transfer you to your hotel where other yatris are staying. Check into your room and have
relaxed time. In the evening, we will have short briefing program about the Kailash Mansarovar
yatra formalities and itinerary. Night stay in the hotel.
Day 02 # Kathmandu City Temple Tour
After breakfast, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple and
BudhaNeelkanth, both are biggest holy temples of Nepal in regards to Lord Shiva & Vishnu
respectively. Evening at leisure in Kathmandu. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 # Kathmandu to Kodari border & continue to Nyalam (3750 m) 150 Kms. / 9 Hrs
Today early morning wake up and drive to Kodari border via Dhulikhet. Upon arrival at Kodari
border we will start immigration formalities. Our border representative will assist you to clear
immigration & customs in Nepal side. Then get ready to cross the border in Tibet region. You have to
walk for 5-10 minutes to reach the ‘Nepal-China Friendship Bridge’ and stay in queue as per serial
number mentioned in your passport. It may take longer time and our local officer or office will have
no control over the immigration formalities. So you need to stay patient and calm till you receive
your turn here. We clear Chinese immigration and custom formalities with the help of our Tibetan
guide. And then after, we get in to our vehicle in Tibet side for our onward journey to Nyalam. On
arrival, check into guesthouse and take rest for today.
Day 04 # Free day in Nyalam for Acclimatization.
This day is reserve for rest day for the acclimatization with Tibet’s climate. Our tour manager will
assist taking you to short hike in and around Nyalam county for warming up your body to adjust with
Tibet climate. Also, we enjoy the day with chanting Bhajan or Katha in our guesthouse.
Day 05 # Drive Nyalam to Saga / Dongba (4580 m) 8 hrs
After breakfast, drive through the windswept territory passing many villages and camps of Yak
herders with the distance view of snow capped mountains. We will be passing through the first
highest pass of Lalung La Pass (5200 m) where a superb view of high Himalayas can be seen from
Gaurishanker, Shishapangma to Langtang Himal. Drive past Peigutso Lake (4400m). We continue
driving crossing the river "Yarling Tsangpo" known as Brahmaputra, to reach Saga or Dongba (4580
m). Overnight at Hotel Saga or Dongba Guest House.
Day 06 # Saga or Dongba to Chui Gompa Lake Mansarovar (4560 m) 450 km/ 9 hours
We have very important day today as we are heading to the holiest place at Lake Manasarovar. As
per above time schedule, our day begins early morning with breakfast and leave for another point.
On the way before Mayumla Pass (4900 m), we take break for permit formalities and for lunch then

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continue the journey crossing Mayumla pass and Paryang. You will have very good opportunity to
see first glimpse of Mt. Kailash from the shore of Lake Manasarovar. There will be few minutes halt
before heading to our camp / guesthouse at Lake Manasarovar for the permit formalities. This time
you can use for praying Mt. Kailash. After immigration complete, we will drive further to our camp
near Chiu Gompa and will stay in the guesthouse. Today, you will complete Lake Manasarovar
parikrama approx. 70% and rest will be complete when you return from Kailash Trek. You will have
very significant moment in Lake Manasarovar with almighty bless and even graceful evening with
the breathtaking view of holiest Lake Manasarovar and Mt. Kailash. Besides this, you can also see or
visit Chiu Gompa Monastery situated in hillock near Guesthouse.
Day 07 # Drive Lake Manasarovar to Darchen (4663 M.)
Today morning, we wake up comfortably and we will find a good place for holy dip in Lake
Manasarovar for all our pilgrims. You can arrange your puja / havan (prayers) at feasible place
according to you. Our crew member will assist you if anything help require. After finishing holy bath
and puja, and taking lunch, we make short drive to Darchen. On the way to Darchen, we can also see
panoramic scenery of Rakshas Tal (Demon’s Lake) in the other side of Lake Mansarovar. Darchen is
the major administrative hub of Kailash region with very basic development in infrastructure and
facility and also considered as the base camp of Mt. Kailash from where the circumambulation
around Kailash begins. Stay will be in a guesthouse.
Day 08 # Morning to YamDwar then Parikrama trek to Dirapuk (4775 m) 12 km/7 hrs.
Today, we wake up early and take breakfast then head to Tarboche / Sersong. All pilgrims have
opportunity to pass through Yama Dwar before trek commence. Also, the members who are not
going for parikrama will return from Yama Dwar after very close darshan of Mt. Kailash from this
point and get back to Darchen waiting for parikrama group. And other travelers who are going for
parikrama will continue trekking ahead by foot or horse. Yatris who select to hire horse/yak will be
given name coupon to choose the horse & porter if any travelers book for this and the same horse or
porter will accompany throughout the trip. And we will manage Yaks & Yak men to carry our
camping logistics for kora/parikrama. Night stay at a guesthouse/camp at Dhirapukh.
Today trek is flat and gradual ascend along through the bank of Glacier River so it will be easy and
reach Diraphuk camp comfortably within 5 hours. Diraphuk is one of the best and closest points
from where we can see crystal clear north face of Mt. Kailash standing ahead. You will have great
opportunity to take several memorable picture of Mt. Kailash from here. The night temperature will
be too cold below zero degree so we will have quick dinner and rest in bed.
Day 09 # Continue Parikrama over Dolma La Pass (5660 m) to Zuthul Phuk (4700 m)
21 Kms. /11 hrs
Wake up very early morning before dawn, take quick light breakfast and get ready to begin your
parikrama towards next destination Zuthulphuk. This day is considered as toughest day of Kailash
Manasarovar Yatra. The trek goes steep climb up continuously upto Dolma La high pass (5600 m) for

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about 4 hours and steep down to Gauri Kunda and upto flat valley for about 2.5 hours then after you
will walk all the way flat land for about another 2/3 hours. That’s why, it is the tough & longest trek
of about 8/9 hours. We should cross the high pass as early as possible in pleasant weather before
strong windy at day time. At the top of Dolma La, you can even find the place called Shivasthal that
is covered with holy flags and the personal related things like clothing, ornaments.
After crossing Dolma La pass, you will see Gauri Kunda at downhill in the right side of your path.
Then further walking down for a while, we will take break for lunch. This downhill trail is not easy
due to rocky & loose stones so we should walk very carefully. Then after, you will catch soon flat
trail that reach to Zuthulphuk. Also please note, the travelers who are in horse ride should also walk
for 2 to 3 hours in between trekking while you are coming steep down after Dolma La. Night stay at a
guesthouse/camp at Zuthul Phuk.
Day 10 # End Parikrama near Darchen and drive back to Saga or Dongba (4580 m) trek
10 km/ 4 hrs.
This is our last trek day and we have to make short trek about 2.5 hours so we wake up in normal
time and begin trekking to descend Darchen town.
Once we reach at the trek end point (Chongdo) near Darchen, our Luxury Bus will be waiting to take
the group back to Saga or Dongba by completing the remaining course (approx. 30%) of parikrama of
Lake Manasarovar by tracing our footsteps returning home leaving the Holy place. (Those who could
not do Parikarma would be waiting to welcome other group members at the Darchen).
Overnight at Hotel Saga or Dongba Dormitory type Guest House.
Day 11 # Return journey from Saga or Dongba to Nyalam
Today is our last day in Tibetan Plateau. We will return to Nyalam town, the last night near border
town of Nepal. We will chant and enjoy all the team together in the last evening with wonderful
memory. Also, we will keep gratitude program to all staff team members from Nepal and Tibet side
for their hard work & devotion to make your trip safe and successful.
Day 12 # Return journey to Kathmandu
After 10 days long trip and enjoyable trip in high isolated land of Kailash Manasarovar we feel more
safe and comfortable today once we drive to the border in early morning. Our eyes feel relief to see
all lavish greenery surrounding and easy breathing once we across Nepal. As previous way, we will
clear immigration and custom formalities in both Tibet & Nepal side and take lunch near the border
then move to Kathmandu. Drive from Kodari to Kathmandu can take longer due to bad road
condition near the border area. Upon arrival at Kathmandu we check in hotel at and refresh.
Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.
Day 13 # Departure from Kathmandu
After breakfast you will be transferred to the Kathmandu Airport to depart for onwards journey.

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Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2016
YATRA
KATHMANDU
ARRIVAL DATE
KATHMANDU
DEPARTURE DATE
1 18/05/2016 30/05/2016
2 22/05/2016 03/06/2016
3 01/06/2016 13/06/2016
4 19/06/2016 01/07/2016
5 07/07/2016 19/07/2016
6 19/07/2016 31/07/2016
7 03/08/2016 15/08/2016
8 19/08/2016 31/08/2016
9 02/09/2016 14/09/2016
10 14/09/2016 26/09/2016
Package cost for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2016 From Nepal:
Nationality BY LUXURY BUS BY LAND CRUISER
For Indian Nationals 1,20,000 INR PER PERSON 1,40,000 INR PER PERSON
For Non Indian Nationals/NRI 1,50,000 INR PER PERSON 1,70,000 INR PER PERSON
NOTE: ABOVE COST IS BASE ON PRESENT VISA FEE. IPSC RATES. IF THERE IS ANY CHANGES ON THIS
FACTOR APNA BHARAT TOURS & TRAVELS RESERVE RIGHT TO INCREASE THE PRICE ACCORDINGLY.
ALTHOUGH WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN CONSTANTLY MAINTAINING OUR PROGRAMME;
THE MENTIONED PROGRAMME IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE….
The inclusions in the above package price are listed below
 Airport Arrival/Departure transfers in Kathmandu.
 Three nights’ accommodation on twin sharing basis at Hotel in Kathmandu, with daily breakfast,
lunch and dinner (pure vegetarian).
 One half day sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple and Buddhanilkanth in Kathmandu.
 Transportation Kathmandu / Tibet Border / Kathmandu by Coach.
 Three night accommodation on sharing basis in Nyalam Guest House with common toilet facility.
 Two night accommodation in New Hotel Saga or Dongba Guest House.
 Two night accommodation at Chui Gompa basic guest house at Mansarovar without toilet/shower
facility.
 One night accommodation at Dirapuk guest house at Dirapuk without toilet / shower facility.
 One night accommodation at Zuthulpuk in tented camps, without toilet / shower facility.
 Camping arrangement backed by Nepalese Sherpa crew on full board basis
 Except inside Nepal, all the meals in Tibet side shall be cooked and provided by our Sherpa staff.
 Services of an English/Hindi speaking Nepalese team leader from Kathmandu and an English speaking
Tibetan guide from Kodari Border onwards.
 Transportation inside Tibet by Luxury Bus

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 A support truck to carry food / camping equipments etc
 Normal Tibet/China group visa fee.
 One duffel bag and down jacket per person on returnable basis.
 Insurance for our Sherpa team / team leader
 Oxygen cylinder & First Aid medical kit.
The Exclusions in the above package price are listed below
 Travel & medical expenses during Kailash Yatra.
 Rescue evacuation cost in case of emergency.
 Airfare to Kathmandu and back.
 Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation or porterage.
 Expenses of personal nature viz. soft/hard beverages, photography charges, porterage at the airports
hotels, laundry, tips, telephone calls etc.
 Pony & Porter hiring charges for riding during Kailash Parikrama.
 Mineral Water.
 Anything not specifically mentioned in the clause, “The above cost includes”.
Booking Conditions for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2016 From Nepal:
 A booking fee of INR 20,000/= and 500 USD FOR NRI is required 75 days in advance along with the
passport copy and 3 recent passport size photos.
 The remaining of the Tour Cost must be made 45 days before the commencement of The Yatra.
 The participant must hold minimum 6 months valid passport & Original Election Card at the time of
entering Tibet China.
 Letter from a doctor certifying that the participant is fit to undertake this pilgrimage.
 Booking Must be made minimum 75 days prior to each departure date. Booking Form duly filled up
 The Visa for the Foreign Passport Holders will be applied at The China Embassy in Kathmandu the
participants must handover their passport to the Organizer at the Hotel in Kathmandu immediately
after arrival.
 Group Visa for the Kailash Yatra will be applied a month in advance at The China Embassy in New
Delhi. Indian Passports Holders must be submitted Original Passport before 15 days prior departure
to the organizers in India
Cancellation Policy for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2016 From Nepal:
 Once a booking is made, the deposit fee is non-refundable.
 Token Advance Amount of Rs. 20,000 or NRI 500 USD Forfeited Irrespective No. Of Days of
Intimation.
 50% Cancellation from 15 days prior to departure.
 75% Cancellation from 10 days prior to departure.
 100% Cancellation from 7 days & below prior to departure.
 Please send your cancellation in writing or by Email. Verbal cancellation will not be entertained.
 All disputes regarding the conducting of the tour Subject of Jurisdiction at Ahmedabad (India).

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 CLOTHES
 As it gets very cold, please carry extra warm
clothes:
 Warm jacket, fleece
 Waterproof and windproof jackets
 Thermal hats
 Thermal trousers
 Thermal gloves
 Fleeces
 Thermal muffler/scarf
 Shawls
 Thermal sweaters
 Thermal inners (tops and leggings)
 Night wear
 Thermal socks (Including thick woolen and
thermal)
 Towels
 FOOTWEAR
 Closed shoes - we recommend good grip
trainers suitable for mountain wear
 Waterproof boots if you wish
 TOILETRIES
 Sun block essential. At high altitude everyone
will be susceptible to sun burn
 Lip balm
 All person toiletries
 Skin moisturizers
 Toilet paper
 SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD
 You will be provided with meals throughout
the Yatra but we recommend that you bring
with you a choice of your own snacks.
 Items could include: instant soups, chocolate,
dried fruits/nuts, energy bars, lucozade tablets
etc.
 MEDICINES
 Diamox (250 mg) 10 tablets per person
 Cough Syrup 1 bottle per person & Throat
Lozengers
 Paracetamol 10 tabs per person
 Savlon/ Plasters
 OTHER ESSENTIALS
 1-1 ltr Thermos (to fill water from large jug)
 Powerful torch with batteries
 Sunglasses, Sun hat/cap
 In Nepal INR 500 and 1000 Rupee notes are not
valid please carry smaller denomination notes
 Money belt to carry money - please make sure
you have the ability to keep your own
valuables secure
 Emergency telephone numbers
 Travel agent's number and address
 Personal medication
 Camera
 Plastic bags for keeping items dry
 Dust/face mask (to protect from dust)
 Adapter (Chinese socket)
 ACCOMMODATION
 Traveling Kathmandu onwards, the
accommodation will be extremely basic. Expect
small, cold, but relatively clean rooms. Most
guest houses have poor plumbing and hot
water may not be available.
 ROOMING ALLOCATION
 All rooms on the journey and in Kailash will be
single sex rooms. Therefore, we will provide
separate male and female rooms. This means
you will not always be able to share a room
with your marital partner if you are travelling
 IMPORTANT RULES OF CONDUCT IN TIBET
 PHOTOGRAPHY
 Be extremely careful not to take photographs
of airports and military bases. Pictures of
bridges, civil unrest, or public demonstrations
are also not allowed. Most monasteries and
museums also restrict photography inside the
buildings.
 WEATHER AND ACCLIMATISATION
 ASCEND SLOWLY
 Our Yatra will take extra days to travel and rest

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together.
 TOILETS
 En-route most toilets are outside or
nonexistent and as all Yatris do, you will need
to find quiet spots when you stop.
so that our body can adjust to the oxygen
levels. This process is called Altitude
acclimatization.
 DRINK EXTRA FLUIDS
 Bring a water bottle and energy-drink packets
to prevent dehydration. You should drink even
if you do not feel thirsty.
 EAT LIGHT, HIGH-CARBOHYDRATE MEALS
 Carry extra snacks, such as protein bars, to
keep up your energy.
 AVOID SEDATIVES
 Do not take medications that cause drowsiness.
 WEATHER AND CLIMATE
 In August-September, expect wet weather.
Days are unpredictable and nights are cold and
frosty. Temperatures can be as high +10/+15
degrees Celsius with night temperatures
reaching as low as -10/-15.

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