Kailash Overland Tour

Package Overview

Kailash Overland Tour at 6,740 meters, situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, wholly within Tibet. In ancient texts, it is referred as the center of the world. The reason can be understood from the geographical significance of its place: within 30 miles radius, are the sources of mighty rivers Indus (north called "Sindhu" in India), Sutlej (in west), Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsang-po in east), and Karnali (largest tributary to the Ganges in south). Mt. Kailash has four great faces, which promises one of the best mountain scenery. However, apart from the scenic beauty, it is also the spiritual centre for four prominent religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and a pre-buddhist animistic religion-Bonpo.

Hindus regard the peak as Shiva's symbolic 'Lingam' and worship Mt Kailash, which is the Sanskrit name for the mountain. Bonpos believe the sacred mountain to be the place where the founder of the Bon religion landed when he descended from the sky. Tibetan Buddhists believe Kang Rinpoche, which means Precious Snow Mountain, is a natural maṇḍala representing the Buddhist cosmology on the earth and the Jains believe this is the place where their religion's founder was spiritually awakened. Thus, every year thousands of pilgrims flock to Mt. Kailash from immense distances to achieve enlightenment and cleanse themselves from sins, braving harsh weather and possible bandit attacks.

The main attraction of the mountain is the pilgrimage circuit around the mountain. It normally takes 3 days and should only be undertaken by the well-prepared and fit.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival at Kathmandu

  Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport (T.I.A.) and pick up by our private vehicle and transfer to the Hotel.
  
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering
• Day 2 : Full day sightseeing

  Full day guided sightseeing in Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Patan Durbar Square. (B)
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 3 : Fly to Lhasa

  Arrival in Gongkar airport then 1 hr drive to Lhasa,65km, Yak hotel(***).
  
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 4 : Visit Potala palace and Jorkhang tempel

  Visit Potala palace and Jorkhang tempel, Yak hotel.
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 5 : Visit Gandan monastery and visit Sera monastery

  Visit Gandan monastery60km, afternoon visit Sera monastery, Yak hotel.
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 6 : Drive from Lhasa to Gyangtse

  Drive from Lhasa to Gyangtse views Yamdruk lake,270km, Gyangtse hotel(***).
  
  Food
  Breakfast
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  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 7 : Drive from Gyangtse to Shigatse

  Drive from Gyangtse to Shigatse 90km afternoon visit Tashilunpo monastery, overnight Manasarovar hotel(***).
  
  Food
  Breakfast
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  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 8 : Drive from Shigatse to Saga

  Drive from Shigatse to Saga,428km, Overnight Saga hotel(***).
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 9 : Drive from Saga to Darchen

  Drive from Saga to Darchen,495km, Darchen hotel(**).
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 10 : Darchen - Kailash Kora via Droma La. Dira Phuk

  Darchen - Kailash Kora via Droma La. Dira Phuk, guest house /BB.
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Lodge

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 11 : Dira Phuk via Droma La to Zudrul Phuk

  Dira Phuk via Droma La to Zudrul Phuk, guest house /BB.
  
  Food
  Breakfast
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  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 12 : Zudrul Phuk -to Darchen, drive to Tirtapuri, hot mineral bath

  Zudrul Phuk -to Darchen, drive to Tirtapuri, hot mineral bath, guest house /BB.
  
  Food
  Breakfast
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  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 13 : Tirta Puri to Lake Manasarovar

  Tirta Puri to Lake Manasarovar 117km, guest house /BB.
  
  Food
  BLD
  Accomodation
  Lodge

  • Themes Mountaineering
• Day 14 : Visit around Lake Manasarovar

  Visit around Lake Manasarovar (Mapam Yumtso lake), Chiu Gompa and then drive to Rakshas Tali and drive to Saga 451km, Saga Hotel (3*) /BB .
  
  Food
  BLD
  Accomodation
  Lodge

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 15 : Drive from Saga to Kyirong

  Drive from Saga to Kyirong 210km, views Peku tso lake, overnight Kyirong hotel(**).
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Lodge

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 16 : Down to Border then drive back to Kathmandu

  Down to Border then drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel. Rest of the time for shopping
  
  Food
  Breakfast
  Accomodation
  Hotel

  • Themes Mountaineering, Sightseeing
• Day 17 : Final Departure

  Transfer to airport for departure.
  
  Food
  Breakfast

  • Themes Mountaineering

Inclusions

• All the Ground transportation by four wheel drive (Land cruiser).
• Hotel accommodation on BB plan 2 - 3 star level.
• Travel permit.Temple and Monastery entry fees.
• Flight tickets from Lhasa to Kathmandu.
• Tibet Visa An experienced Government licensed holder Tibetan guide.
• Warm sleeping bag and warm down jacket All Government taxes.

Exclusions

• Nepal entry, re-entry visa fee.
• Kathmandu and Tibet part Hotel Lunch and dinner (allow US$ 10 - US$ 20 per day).
• Your Travel insurance.
• International air fare to Nepal and from Nepal to your destination.
• Tips for staff. (Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory).
• Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.

Package Start From

• Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Terms & Conditions

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