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Kailash and Mansarovar Overland Tour via Kerung

Trip code NET-TB-KMKR1
Package name Kailash and Mansarovar Overland Tour via Kerung
Duration 16
Max. elevation 5630 m
Level MODERATE
Transportation <p>Kathmandu to Kerung by 4WD/bus, Minivan/bus on Tibet part and Eco Bus for Manasarovar visit</p>
Accomodation

Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing basis
Starts at kathmandu
Ends at kathmandu
Trip route { Kathmandu - Rashuwagadhi - Kerung - Saga - Darchen - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Dirapuk - Zuthulpuk - Saga - Kerung - Kathmandu }
Cost USD 0 per person

Highlights

Overview

Mt. Kailash or Mt. Khangri Rimpoche is a spiritual pilgrimage and venerated shrine for four major religions of Asia: Bons, Tibetan Buddhism, Hindus and Jains. 
 
In Tibetan language Khangri Rimpoche means ‘Precious Jewel of Snow’. The mountain is the source of water for four great rivers of Asia: the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo, Karnali, Indus and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantric deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. The great saint and poet Milarepa is said to have spent several years here meditating in a cave. The followers of ancient Bon Pa religion take Kailash to be the soul of Tibet. Mount Kailash is Mount Ashtapada for Jains as they believe their Saint Rishabanatha achieved spiritual liberation. For the Hindus, Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru and abode of Lord Shiva and Parbati. As for the Jains, Kailash is the site where their first prophet, Rishabh achieved enlightenment. 
 
Along with Mt. Kailash, you will also visit the sacred lake of Mapam Yumtso or Mansarovar. It is here that Buddhists believe mother of Buddha bathe before giving birth to Buddha. It is also revered by Hindus who consider dipping in the lake to expunge all mortal sins and pave the way towards heaven. 
 
Our Kailash and Mansarovar tour begins with from Kerung, a town lying in the Nepal-Tibet border. It takes seven hours to reach Kerung from Kathmandu following which you will cross Nepal-China Friendship bridge to Tibet. The route passes through Saga and Darchen to reach Mapam Yumtso Lake or Mansarovar Lake where you will have time to explore its natural beauty. From her you will advance towards Tarboche, the beginning point of Kailash circumambulation.
 
You will return to Nepal the same way back. 

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport.

Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport. You will be received at the airport by our staff and taken to your hotel. 

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. 

Day 2 : City tour of Kathmandu

On the second day, following morning breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you for city sightseeing. On this day you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, Budanilkantha and Pashupatinath. By late afternoon you will arrive back in your hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.


Day 3 : City tour of Patan and Bhaktapur

City tour continues on the third day. After breakfast, the tour guide will pick you up from your hotel as we will head towards Patan, one of the three medieval cities of Kathmandu Valley. You will enjoy and revel at the many architectural wonders of Patan Durbar Square including Krishna Mandir, statue of Bhupatindra Malla, Golden Temple, Namo Buddha and so on. The experience of walking through the narrow-cobbled alleyways and discovering the age-old culture and tradition of local people will take you back in time. You will also be able to make a side-trip to Bungamati village for authentic Newari experience.

After visiting Patan, later you will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, another world heritage site. Bhaktapur has much to offer to the tourists from medieval temples and statues to pottery square and museums. Nyatapola Temple, 55-windows palaces are examples of the unique Himalayan architecture that places it among the best destinations within Kathmandu Valley. Drive back to Kathmandu and stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 4 : [Day 4 & Day 5] Free day in Kathmandu for trip preparation.

Free day in Kathmandu for trip preparation and waiting for Tibet visa collection. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 6 : Kathmandu - Rashuwagadhi - Kerung: (2800m) 168 km [ 7-8 hours ]

Early morning after breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Kerung border. We will drive through small mountain roads to the border at Nepalese side, on the way you can enjoy the waterfall, rivers & forest. After arriving in Kerung, we will meet our Tibetan guide and driver at Nepal-Tibet border and make the necessary immigration paperwork and then continue our drive to Kerung town at the distance of 20 Km. Overnight at Kerung town.  Stay overnight at hotel in Kerung. 

Day 7 : Free day at Kerung: (2800m)

Today is free day at Kerung for rest and acclimatization. Stay overnight at hotel in Kerung.

Day 8 : Kerung - Saga: (4350m) 160 km [ 5-6hours ]

After breakfast your journey will start to saga through Ghantula pass (5226m.) viewing the beautiful scenery of Bramhaputra River. On your way up, you will feel the change in climate. Enjoy the Tibetan scenery. We will pass magnificent valleys and several Tibetan villages on your way. We will have enchanting views of the Mount Shishapangma and Pekutso Lake then continue drive to Saga crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 9 : Saga - Darchen: (4590m) 480 km [ 8 – 9 hours ]

Today is a long drive from Saga to Darchen. You will drive approximately 480 km that takes about 8-9 hours from Saga.  Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 10 : Darchen - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen: (4575m) 115 km [ 2 hours ]

After Breakfast drive from Darchen to Lake Manasarovar then after visit lake, we drive for about 115 km towards Darchen. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 11 : Darchen - Dirapuk: (5000m-5100m) 18 km [ 5-6 hours]

After the morning breakfast, the drive will start for about 7 km by Bus to Yamadwar. The journey of hiking trip starts by walking along the beautiful hills waterfalls and beautiful clear blue sky facing the great view of mount Kailash. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 12 : Dirapuk - Zuthulpuk: (4800m-4900m) 22 km [ 7-8 hours ]

Before Sunrise your journey begins from Derapuk to Zuthulpuk passing the highest pass Dolma La pass (5630m.) and viewing the holy place Gaurikunda on the way. BY afternoon you will reach to Zuthulpuk . Stay overnight at hotel.   

Day 13 : Zuthulpuk – Saga: (4300m-4400m) 479 km [ 7-8 hours ]

The journey of the hiking trip ends after walking for over 2 hours for distance of around 10 km. After morning breakfast, you will return to saga by bus. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 14 : Saga – Kerung: (2700m- 2800m) 160 km [ 4-5 hours ]

After morning Breakfast your drive will start from saga to Kerung. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 15 : Kerung – Kathmandu: (1350m) 168 km [ 7-8 hours ]

After breakfast in the morning, your drive will start from Kerung to Kathmandu via Rasuwagadhi. Your Mt. Kailash journey will conclude upon reaching Kathmandu.  Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 16 : Departure

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

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