Mount Kailash Yatra by Helicopter Via Nepalgunj/Simikot/Hilsa/ Taklakot - 11 Days

Mt. Kailash, the sacred mountain and the abode of the Hindu god Shiva is one of the world's greatest pilgrimage destinations especially for Hindus, Buddhist, Jains and others. The breathtaking beauty of this sacred mountain and the holy lake of Mansarover along with ruins of 9th Century of Guge Kingdom in Far Western Tibet are a reward of a life time to experience.

Reconized By and Popular among People as The Roof of the World, TIBET has fascinated humanity for centuries. This land beyond the mighty Himalayas, on the highest plateau of the world, was inaccessible to the outside world and has always been a challenge to all mortal beings as a unique destination: Tibet is a land of spectacular skylines, majestic mountain peaks, breath taking canyons, serene high-land lakes, rolling pastures and farmlands & pristine Forests. It also is a land of ancient Buddhist culture, artistic monasteries and centuries-old caravan trails. Its snow-covered mountains and windswept plateau are the highest in the world. The world's highest mountain - Mount Everest, rises in southern Tibet. Ka-erh in western Tibet, with an elevation of more than 15,000 feet (4,570 meters) above sea level, is believed to be the highest town in the world.

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Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1250m) Airport and transfer to Hotel by our Escort.
Day 02: We will visit temple of Pashupatinath biggest Hindu Temple . After praying homage to the lord Pashupati will visit of Kathmandu city including Budhanilkantha, Where lies the temple of Vishnu Narayan famous for its large idol of Narayan laying on the bed of snakes in water, Boudhanath Buddhist Stupa in town, Fly to Nepalgunj (450m) Overnight at Hotel Batika/Sneha.
Day 03: Early morning Fly to Simikot (2950m), Overnight .
Day 04: Helicopter to Hilsa, Drive to Purang.
Day 05: Acclimatization in Purang, Overnight at guest house.
Day 06: Drive to Manasarovar, Overnight at Guest House.
Day 07: Drive to Torboche, Walk to Dirapuk, Overnight at Guest House.
Day 08: Trek to Zuthul puk (4700m), Stay at the camp of Zuthul phuk Overnight at Guest house.
Day 09: Drive to Taklakot - Overnight at Guest House.
Day 10: Drive to Sher, Helicopter to Simikot Fly to Nepalgunj/Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11: Transfer to Airport for onward journey.

Mount Kailash Yatra by Helicopter - 11 Days
Fixed Departure Date for 2010

Tour Cost :

• INR 135,550.00 per person for Indian,
• US$ 3550.00 per pax for foreigner and NRI,
• Single supplement US$ 350.00 and INR 12500.00 per pax,

Cost Includes:

• Airports pick up and drop services
• One half day sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu
• 3 Night hotel with full board in Kathmandu
• Helicopter to and from china boarder.
• Transport by 4W Japanese Land Cruiser
• Supporting Truck for Luggage
• Nepali Team leader and Supporting Team
• English Speaking Tibetan guide
• Buffet Indian veg. meals (South Indian, Gujrati, Marwadi) or as per request.
• Chinese visa fee of Nepali Team and Client, Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour (returnable after trip)
• Free Duffel Bag
• Guesthouses and camping charges in Tibet
• All camping and cooking equipment
• Yak for Kailash parikrama luggage only
• All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet
• Gamow bag, oxygen.

Cost Excludes:

• Airfares from Home - Kathmandu - Home
• All beverages, Photography charges and Telephone calls
• Insurance of clients, Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse)
• Emergency evacuation expenses.
• Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation
• personal urgent visa fee etc & Services other than specifie

What we provide to our clients:

• Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen.
• We don't charge extra for the parikrama. If you wish to take help of a yak or horse, the cost will be approx US$ 80 for Yak and USD 200 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.

Model of payments

• 20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer with passport of client.

Tour Cancellation policy

• All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written. Verbal cancellations will not be entertained.
• 20 days before trip departure 10% of total trip cost.
• 15 days before trip departure 50% of total trip cost.
• 10 days before trip departure 90% of total trip cost.
• 07 days and less departure 100% of total trip cost.

IMPORTANT PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:

Clothing:
Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are the rule of Tibet . Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can be quite chilly to down right cold. Indian Pilgrims strictly no Sari. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain on the way. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also quite useful is a route map, to know where you are going and have been each day.

What to take:
Winter wear: Gore-Tex material, though expensive, is highly recommended. Down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal under wears, Jackets, warm trousers & woolen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woolen gloves, sun hat, comfortable shoes, light leather boots in case of snow, woolen balaclava ('monkey cap') & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust.

Bring with you:
Snacks along the way. Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, glucose; 'namkeen' etc. Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets. Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude). Sun glasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes). Sun block or sun screen lotion, wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, daypack (small shoulder bag), Camera & films, Binocular.

Health:
This is one of the toughest high altitude road journeys on earth. You Must be physically fit - no two ways about that. Generally patients with asthma & heart problems have a problem acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests it is essential you should be examined by your doctor to know about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high altitude travel for days in 'no road' conditions, extreme cold, dust, trekking to an altitude of 19500ft during the Parikrama, etc.

Altitude Sickness:
As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite, nausea, exhaustion, sleeplessness, breathlessness etc.) until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take a couple of days or more depending on an individual. For this reason alone, we have made it mandatory to stay 2 nights at Nyelam (12000ft) and a night in Simikot those who take journey of Helicopter before moving on to the higher altitudes. Drink plenty of water, be calm, and do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also recommend you carry a strip of diamox tablets. Do consult your physician on the dosage. We provide Gamow bag (a special equipment to prevent sickness from high altitude) on this tour.

Currency:
The unit of Chinese currency is Yuan. USD 1 = 7.00 Yuan. 1 Yuan = INR 6.50 approx; Money can exchange at Bank of China at Zhangmu or from the locals at Zhangmu or Kodari. Exchange all your remaining Yuan at the end of the trip at Zhangmu itself before re-entering Nepal .

Risks & Liability:
Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd and its associates will put every effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the tours in Tibet are conduct strictly under the rules & regulation of Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). Therefore, Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd and its counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alteration in the program due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political unrest, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurred thereof shall be borne by the clients on the spot.