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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Kathmandu - 11 Nights 12 Days

Kathmandu(2N) → Nepalgunj(1N) → Purang(2N) → Mansarovar Lake(1N) → Darchen(1N) → Mt Kailash(3N) → Kathmandu(1N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest.
Attend a briefing session and orientation about the Yatra.
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, go for a guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples in Nepal, located on the banks of the Bagmati River.
Explore Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in the world and an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists.
Visit the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its ancient palaces and temples.
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 3 Kathmandu - Nepalgunj

After breakfast, take a domestic flight to Nepalgunj, a city in the southwestern part of Nepal.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and rest.
Attend a short orientation session about the upcoming helicopter journey to Kailash Mansarovar.
Overnight stay in Nepalgunj.

Day 4 Nepalgunj - Simikot - Hilsa - Purang (Taklakot)

Early morning, take a helicopter ride to Simikot, a small town in the remote Himalayan region.
From Simikot, board another helicopter to Hilsa, the border town between Nepal and Tibet.
After completing immigration and custom formalities, cross the border and drive to Purang (Taklakot) in Tibet.
Rest and acclimatize to the high altitude.
Overnight stay in Purang.

Day 5 Acclimatization in Purang

Spend the day acclimatizing to the high altitude in Purang.
Take a short hike or engage in light activities to adjust to the altitude conditions.
Visit the local markets and monasteries.
Overnight stay in Purang.

Day 6 Purang - Mansarovar Lake

After breakfast, drive to Lake Mansarovar, one of the holiest lakes in Tibet.
Perform a holy dip and attend a spiritual ceremony at the lake.
Experience the serene and sacred surroundings of Mansarovar.
Overnight stay near Mansarovar Lake in guesthouses.

Day 7 Mansarovar - Darchen

After an early morning worship at Mansarovar Lake, drive to Darchen, the starting point of the Kailash Kora (circumambulation) trek.
Prepare for the trek and rest at Darchen.
Attend a group briefing and instructions for the Kailash Parikrama (circumambulation).
Overnight stay in Darchen.

Day 8 Kailash Kora (Trek)

Embark on the Kailash Kora, a 3-day trek around the sacred Mount Kailash.
Walk through picturesque landscapes and witness stunning views of Mount Kailash and the surrounding peaks.
Visit Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk monasteries along the way, significant religious sites.
Experience the spiritual journey of the Kailash Parikrama.
Overnight stays in guesthouses or camps during the trek.

Day 9 Kailash Kora (Trek)

Embark on the Kailash Kora, a 3-day trek around the sacred Mount Kailash.
Walk through picturesque landscapes and witness stunning views of Mount Kailash and the surrounding peaks.
Visit Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk monasteries along the way, significant religious sites.
Experience the spiritual journey of the Kailash Parikrama.
Overnight stays in guesthouses or camps during the trek.

Day 10 Kailash Kora (Trek)

Embark on the Kailash Kora, a 3-day trek around the sacred Mount Kailash.
Walk through picturesque landscapes and witness stunning views of Mount Kailash and the surrounding peaks.
Visit Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk monasteries along the way, significant religious sites.
Experience the spiritual journey of the Kailash Parikrama.
Overnight stays in guesthouses or camps during the trek.

Day 11 Trek - Darchen - Hilsa - Simikot - Nepalgunj - Kathmandu

Complete the final day of the Kailash Kora and reach Darchen.
Drive to Hilsa and take a helicopter to Simikot.
From Simikot, take a domestic flight to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu.
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Farewell dinner with fellow travelers to celebrate the successful Yatra.
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 12 Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

Accommodation: Hotel stays in Kathmandu and guesthouses or camps during the Yatra as mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals: Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the Yatra. Meals will be provided as per the itinerary.
Airport Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Domestic Flights: Domestic flights from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, Simikot, and back.
Helicopter Transfers: Helicopter rides from Nepalgunj to Simikot, and Hilsa, and back during the Yatra.
Ground Transportation: Comfortable and safe ground transportation during the trip, including sightseeing tours and the Kailash Kora trek.
English-Speaking Guide: A knowledgeable and experienced English-speaking guide throughout the Yatra.
Sightseeing: Entrance fees to all the mentioned attractions and monuments during the Kathmandu sightseeing tour.
Kailash Permits: All necessary permits and permissions for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
Kailash Kora Support: Support team, porters, and yaks (if required) during the Kailash Kora trek.
Oxygen Cylinders: Provision of oxygen cylinders for emergency use during high-altitude trekking.
Tibet Visa: visa for entry into Tibet.

International Airfare: Airfare to and from Kathmandu is not included in the package.
Nepal Visa: Visa fees for Nepal are not included in the package.
Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, additional meals, and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary.
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is not included but highly recommended for all travelers.
Extra Meals: Any additional meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Tips and Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff, and other service providers are not included and at the traveler's discretion.
Additional Hiking Costs: Costs related to optional hikes or activities during the Kailash Kora trek.
Extra Services: Any other services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Any Other Item Not Mentioned: Any other item or service not specifically mentioned in the itinerary is not included.

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