Kailash ManasarovarTour - A journey to the heaven!
Since
the beginning of human history billions believe, The Holy Himalaya, where the
universe sprang from a place so divine that just a glimpse of it can devour all
evil, a palace of the Gods who protect the universe from the clutches of evil,
ignorance, arrogance, and delusion. This place, which has been revered as the
epicenter of the universe is none other than Kailash Mansarovar.
To
the Hindus, Kailash, which means crystal in Sanskrit, is the earthly
manifestation of Mt. Meru and the abode of Lord Shiva who with his consort
goddess Parvati lives atop the mountain in utmost harmony performing yoga
austerities. The Buddhists consider, it as a heaven on earth where saint
Padmasambhava gained enlightenment. It is also assumed to be the place where
queen Maya was brought to before giving birth to Lord Buddha. To the Bonpos, it
is the precious snow mountain or Gang Rinpoche a gigantic mandala that is the
epicenter of all Tantric forces. To the Jains it is the mystical mountain of
Astapada where the founder Rishabhadeva attained spiritual liberation. In Sikh
scriptures, it is believed that the founder Guru Nanak Dev learnt meditation
techniques atop the mountain and he is believed to be one of the few people to
have ascended the mountain peak.
The
unspoiled lake Manasarovar is the source of the four great rivers of Asia--the
Indus, the Sutlej, the Brahmaputra and the Karnali (Ganga). It is believed that
bathing in the lake and drinking its water cleanses all sins. The Hindu
mythology states that the lake was first created in the mind of lord Brahma,
hence its name Manasarovar, which is a combination of two Sanskrit words Manas
which means mind and Sarovar which means lake.
However, the pilgrimage to this mystical region, which
is believed to be the navel of the universe, is difficult and arduous. In fact,
it is considered to be one of Asia most religious and difficult trips and yet
this holy region is one of the most visited places on earth. It is believed to
have invisible magnetic powers, which lures people across the globe to it.
Kailash Manasarovar
Tour – Itinerary
Day 01:- Arrival
Kathmandu (1300meters)
Pick
up from the airport/transfer to your hotel. Time permitting; you may want to
start exploring the capital city. In the evening, meet the group for dinner and
a trip briefing.
Day 02: Kathmandu (1300meters).
After
breakfast, we set out for a guided tour of Kathmandu's holy sites, including
Pashupatinath and Boudanath, before heading back to the hotel for lunch. The
afternoon is spent making final preparations for the trip. Group dinner in the
evening.Day 03- Drive Kathmandu to Nyalam (3700meters).
Depart
at 5.00 am from our Hotel in Kathmandu and drive through the Nepal reaching the
Tibet border along the famous Araniko Highway. We stop for a quick breakfast at
Dhulikhel and lunch at Kodari. After immigration and custom formalities on both
sides (Kodari and Zhangmu) we drive to the small town of Naylam (3700 meters),
Total distance 125 km from Kathmandu to Nyalam. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 04- Acclimatization day at Nyalam.
This
day gives us a chance to relax and acclimatize to the high altitude in Nyalam
(3700m). It is important to stay hydrated and extremely aware of your body's
physical condition, which the staff will monitor at all times. Overnight at
guesthouse.
Day 05- Drive to Saga (4450meters) via Lalung La Pass (5050meters).
After
breakfast we start our journey enjoying the grand view of Mt. Shishapangma
(8021meters), Gauri shanker and other high mountains from Lalung la Pass
(5050meters). A packed lunch will be served at the sacred Lake Pigutso. Total
distance 250 km and the expected timing will be around 8 hours. Overnight
guesthouse or tented camp.
Day 06- Drive to Prayang (4610 meters).
After
breakfast we drive across the vast Tibetan plateau to Prayang. A packed lunch
will be served on the way. Total distance 250 km and approximate driving time
will be 7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse or tented camp.
Day 07- Drive to Manasarovar Lake (4560 meters).
The
auspicious day for all travelers as we catch our first glimpse of the Holy
Manas and Darshan of Mt.Kailash from The Horr Chu pass. Total distance 280 km
and approximate driving time is 8 hours. Overnight at guest house or tented
camp.
Day 08- Drive to Darchen (4570meters)
The
experience of being in the abode of God - a life-time achievement: Puja,
Havana-worship, meditation, holy dip, later we drive to Darchen (4570 meters).
Preparation day for Kailash Kora. Overnight at guest house or tented camp.
Day 09- Mt. Kailash Kora (parikrama) starts.
Trek
to Dairaphuk Gompa (5000 meters). Enjoy the close up view of north face of holy
Mt. Kailash. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 10- Second day of
Kailash Kora.
Trek
over Dolma La Pass (5600meters) and trek down to Zudulpuk (4800meters).
Overnight at tented camp.
Day 11- Kailash Kora end.
Trek
to Darchen, Kailash Kora ends. On the way we visit Zuthulphuk Gompa and drive
to Horr Chu to collect holy water of Lake Mansarovar to bring back. Overnight
at tented camp.
Day 12- Drive back to Paryang (4610meters).
Overnight
at Guesthouse or tented camp.
Day13- Drive back to Saga (4450meters).
Overnight
at Guesthouse or tented camp.
Day 14- Drive back to Nyalam (3750 meters).
On
the way we will see the beautiful Pigutso Lake, enjoy good view of Himalayan
range including Shisapangama. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 15- Drive back to Kathmandu (1300meters).
Drive
to Kathmandu via Zhangmu. Immigration formalities will be done at Zhangmu
(Chinese Immigration office) and at Kodari (Nepalese Immigration office). Stay
at Hotel.
Day 16- Transfer to airport for departure flight.
OR
you may extend the stay at Kathmandu for Mountain Flight, Manakamana road trip,
or Muktinath tour by Helicopter/flight, pokhara, chitwan Tour Etc.
Cost: Please contact us
Cost: Please contact us
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