Overview
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra | Luxury Lhasa – Ali Route
Ministry of External Affairs organizes this Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. During June to September each year through two different routes - Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand),and Nathu La Pass (Sikkim). Kailash Manasarovar Yatra (KMY) is known for its religious value and cultural significance. It is undertaken by hundreds of people every year.
Being significant to Hindus as the abode of Lord Shiva. It holds religious importance also for the Jains and the Buddhists. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is open to eligible Indian citizens, holding valid Indian passports. Who wish to proceed to Kailash-Manasarovar for religious purposes. Ministry of External Affairs does not provide any subsidy or financial assistance to Yatris. Meanwhile, The best Trekking Agency in Nepal is only one top trekking company which is Global Treks and Expedition.
According to Hindu Mythology, lake Mansarovar was first created by Lord Brahma in his mind. After which it materialized on Earth. Thus in Sanskrit, it is known as 'Manasarovar'. Which is the combination of the words 'Manasa Sarovaram' which means 'mind' and 'lake'.
Kailash Mansarovar History:
Every great thing has an even greater history behind it, whether it’s a historical Human being or a historical monument. Every significant thing has something to recollect from the past and so does the great Kailash Mansarovar. The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra is believed to one of the toughest Yatra of the Himalaya. It is believed that the amazing peace and purity. That one experiences on seeing and circumambulating Kailash Parvat Temple is a matter of experience itself. Sitting at the Centre of the great Himalayas catching all the attention. The Kailash Mansarovar is a pilgrimage uniting multiple faiths. There are chains of Kailash Parvat stories related to its 4 different religions. All four religions which are Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon religion have momentous stories related to the pristine Mount Kailash.
Kailash Parvat History:
The Hindu mythology gives Kailash Parvat Story in which Mount Kailash has tremendous significance, importance, and acknowledgement, whether it is the Purans or the Vedas. Kailash Mansarovar is considered to be the home of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati along with Devtas, Ganas, Yakshas, Yogis, Siddha Purushas, and Gandharvas. Kailash Mansarovar Trip is your gateway to salvation. It is said that Shiva the lord of destruction and regeneration sits at the peak of the mountain and meditates there. People can feel the presence of Lord Shiva on Mount Kailash. Kailash Parvat history in Hindi text - Skanda Purana( a Supreme Hindu text) states Kailash Parvat as a Supreme Mountain where Lord Shiva resides, hence it is known as Kailash Mountain Shiva or Mount Kailash Shiva.
The Majestic Parvat Kailash is not just known for its peculiar shape or hugeness, but it is symbolized as the spiritual centre of the Earth. As found in one of the descriptions in the Puranas, It is termed the pillar of the world with a height of 84,000 leagues and is located at the heart of six mountain ranges symbolizing a lotus. It is also believed that the four rivers flowing from Kailash which are the Sutlej, Brahmaputra, Karnali, and Indus divide the world into four parts. Also, the rock-cut temple Ellora in Maharashtra is named after Kailash.
Many of its sculptures depict the stories of Shiva and Parvati, including the incident when Ravana tried to shake the great Kailash. As it was the home of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, the mountain expounds the philosophy of Purusha and Prakriti which is Shiva and Shakti. The radiant Silvery summit is the throne of Truth, Wisdom, and Bliss-Sachidanandam.
Why Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
Kathmandu, Lhasa, Mansarovar, FULL MOON DAY, Kora, Dirapuk, Juthulpuk, Darchen, Al, Lhasa, Kathmandu
Trip Outline
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu – BEFORE 10 AM
Day 02: Kathmandu
Day 03: Kathmandu
Day 04: Kathmandu
Day 05: Kathmandu to Lhasa
Day 06: Lhasa
Day 07: Lhasa to Ali (Flight), drive to Mansarovar.
Day 08: FULL MOON DAY
Day 09: Start Kora, to Dirapuk
Day 10: Dirapuk to Juthulpuk
Day 11: Juthulpuk to Darchen
Day 12: Darchen – Ali – Lhasa
Day 13: Lhasa to Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure
Detail itinerary
Breakfast Hotel
We will receive you in Kathmandu Airport, escort you to the hotel in Kathmandu, collection of original passports, and start visa processing. Afternoon briefing of the tour, and team meetup. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast hotel
After an early breakfast, we will visit the Pashupatinath Temple, Guheshwori Shaktipeetham, and Jalnarayan Temple. The UNESCO Sites, and holy places of the capital. Evening distribution of duffle bag, jacket, and backpack. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast Hotel
Some more exploration today, with a visit to Swayambhunath and the Kathmandu Durbar Square, along with the traditional Ason Market, full of heritages, and culture. Back to the hotel, and overnight stay.
Breakfast Hotel
We will visit some of the major attractions in Kathmandu Valley today, while we wait on receiving our visas. Explore the Doleshwor Mahadev Temple – the ‘shir’ head part of Lord Kedarnath in Uttarakhand. We will then visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the most preserved cultural heritage in Kathmandu, and return to the hotel. Afternoon in Thamel for any gear shopping and preparations. Overnight at hotel.
B/L/D Hotel
We drive to the Tribhuwan International Airport, and take a flight to Lhasa. We will receive you at the airport upon your arrival in Tibet and drive you to the hotel. The rest of today, go slowly so that you can acclimate to the altitude more quickly. For the lengthy trip ahead, keep in mind to drink lots of water and get plenty of rest.
B/L/D hotel
Morning breakfast at the hotel, and we visit the capital city of Tibet, the old residence of The Dalai Lama, Potala Palace. We will visit the Potala Palace, approx. 3 hours in the old Palace Residence in the heart of the city. We will then head onwards to the Barkhor Street, then visit the Jokhang Temple in Lhasa. Explore around the place, and back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Lhasa.
B/L/D hotel
Morning drive to the airport, and catch a flight to Ali. We will fly around an hour to Ali, and enjoy the sites of Sutlej River, Tirthapuri, and surrounding, and drive to Mansarovar, the holy lake. We will explore the Mansarovar lake, and overnight stay.
B/L/D Hotel
We will get into our spiritual selves, and perform some rituals (puja) at the bank of the holy lake mansarovar. Our staffs will provide a bucket of hot holy water for each yatri from the lake Mansarovar for bathing. After our puja and prayers, we will complete the Parikrama of the Mansarovar Lake on a Jeep, and continue to the base camp of Kailash, Darchen. It is a village town right in front of the sacred Mt. Kailash. Overnight at hotel.
B/L/D Hotel
After our full moon puja, We will embark on a three – day parikrama. We first drive to the small settlement of Tarboche, also called as Darboche. It is the starting point of the Kailash Kora, and is also known as the Valley of Gods. Yamadwar, the gateway of the God of Death, is located here in Tarboche. We will walk for a few hours to arrive at the settlement of Derapuk, settling right in front of the North Face of Mt. Kailash, with the full moon over the holy mountain abode. Overnight and rest at a guest house.
B/L/D Hotel
Among the three days of Kora, today is the longest and the most difficult day. We will be heading towards the village of Jarok Donkhang first, and hike towards the Shiva-stal. We will rest for some time, and take a steep downhill and get to the banks of Lham-chu Khir river. We catch sight of the Holy Pond of ‘Gaurikunda’. We reach the village of Juthulpuk, this place is named after. The famous cave of Juthulpuk, Zruthulpuk cave, also known as ‘the miracle cave’. We will also catch sight of the Buddha’s Footprints along the way. Overnight at a guest house.
B/L/D Hotel
We will spend the morning touring the nearby Milarepa cave's caves and temples. After breakfast, we will climb for three to four hours to finish our Kora and return to the Darchen settlement. Hotel overnight stay.
B/L/D Hotel
Early morning drive to Ali, catch flight to Ali, and after an hour of flight, enjoy the day at Lhasa, we have the time to do some souvenir shopping.
Breakfast/Farewell dinner Hotel
We get back to Nepal today, we leave the ‘roof of the world’ by catching a flight to Kathmandu, check-into the hotel in Kathmandu, and visit the Thamel Market in the evening. We will do our souvenir shopping, explore, and rest in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast
Our representatives will drop you at the airport as per the flight timings, we conclude our Lhasa Kailash Tour with great memories.
What's included?
Transportation
- All ground transportation by private vehicle
- Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu Flight Ticket
- Lhasa – Ali Flight Ticket
- Airport Pick up and drop off by private vehicle
Meal
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included (Veg only)
- Enough Drinking water included
Visas & Permit
- Tibet Visa & Permit Included
- All necessary entrance fees in Nepal and Tibet
- Special Kailash Mansarovar Permit
- Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries and temples
Sightseeing
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Sightseeing in Lhasa
Guide, Staffs & supporters
- Nepali Guide and Tibetan Guide
- Nepali Crew members in Kailash Region
Equipment
- Medical kits
- Enough oxygen cylinders
- Other necessary equipment
Clothing
- Down Jacket on refundable basis
- Day pack bag
- Duffel bag
What's not included?
- Emergency evacuations/Rescue expenses, if required.
- Expenses of personal nature
- Personal horse and Helper during Kailash round/ Parikrama
- Travel & Medical Insurance Permissions and other official formalities
Booking Policy
- Application should be submitted at least 45 days before the provisional date of departure.
- Minimum of 6 months valid Passport scan copy by mail or passport copy by courier should summit when the booking is made
- Upon the confirmation 30% deposit amount per person is required
- Our company trip booking form with your signature as per our term and condition
- All the clients need to carry ID Proof, (Voter ID Proof) OR passport original while traveling by air.
- The itinerary can be changed without notice due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as political unrest, Natural calamities, changes in itinerary by the Chinese authorities etc.
Cancellation Policy
Once we receive your notice for cancellation in written, following cancellation rules will apply:
- If cancelled less than 30 days prior to departure due to client’s personal problems, all previously paid amount(s) will be forfeited
- If cancelled between 30 - 90 days prior to departure, 75% of your payment will be refund except the non-refundable deposit.
- If cancelled more than 90 days prior to your departure date, your full payment will be refunded.
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