Kailash Tour Via Simikot -20 Days
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
After arriving at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, our representative will drop us off at our hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
On our second day, our city guide will take you for the sightseeing of world heritage sites of UNESCO in Nepal. As it is not possible to visit all heritage sites of Kathmandu, have to choose 3 to 4 sites.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Stop At: Nepalgunj, Nepalgunj, Bheri Zone, Mid-Western Region
After short exploration of Kathmandu Valley, we take an hour-long flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, located in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj, a town near the Nepal-India border, is also the gateway to Simikot, Humla. Overnight at Nepalgunj.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Nepalgunj
Day 4: Fly to Simikot and trek to Dharapori
Stop At: Simikot, Simikot, Karnali Zone, Mid-Western Region
After 40-minute flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot we will reached to an isolated and elegant village namely Simkot, the headquarters of the Humla District which cut off from the rest of the country due to its remoteness. We have lunch at Simikot and also register for the permit at the police office. From Simikot, we ascend for a while, and then descend towards the village of Tuling. We continue walking through jungles and villages along the Karnali River towards Dharapori. Overnight in Dharapori.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dharapori
Day 5: Dharapori to Kermi
Stop At: Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India
After a walk about four to five hours the trek takes you to the flat trails alongside of the Karnali River and then you need to walk along the fields which are cultivated mainly with barley, Buckwheat, rice and potatoes. There are two hot springs near Kermi where we may soothe our aching bodies. We can also visit ancient Buddhist monasteries close to Kermi --Laikyo Gompa and Lhundrup Choeling Gompa.Overnight in Kermi.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kermi
Day 6: Kermi to Yalbang
Stop At: Yalbang, Muchu 21000, Nepal
Todayโ trek is a flat and take you to Yalbang. Crossing steep hills and a suspension bridge over the Salli River we can enjoy views of the beautiful pine trees and the mighty Karnali River. We will also visit the remote Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery. Overnight in Yalbang.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Yalbang
Day 7: Yalbang to Tumkot
Stop At: Yalbang, Muchu 21000, Nepal
You will trek to Tumkot khola. Walk on a trail above the Karnali River. There will be no trees and greenery as you ascend further. You will cross some village like Anger and Muchu. It is the biggest village on your trip. After reaching Thumkot you will visit Dhungkar ChoeZom Monastery. This Monastery is the most important Monastery in the Tibetan region. Overnight in Tumkot.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tumkot
Day 8: Tumkot to Yari
Stop At: Karnali River, India
Today's trek is on a relatively easy trail above the Karnali River. After walking a few miles we begin to notice the change in climate, vegetation and landscape which becomes more rocky and secluded. The trees that you see are not pine trees anymore. They are now short and low junipers. Overnight in Yari.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Yari
Day 9: Yari to Hilsa via Nara La pass
Stop At: Hilsa 21000, Nepal
We cross the first pass of the trek today, the Nara La pass (4,620m). The vegetation is bleak by now and the landscape is familiar to that of Tibet. After crossing the pass we will be greeted by excellent views of the beautiful Tibetan plateau and Yari Village. From here on, it is a shaky descent down until Hilsa, a border town which is also a dropping point for the pilgrims on their way to Mt. Kailash by helicopter. Overnight in Hilsa.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Hilsa
Day 10: Hilsa to Purang
Stop At: Hilsa 21000, Nepal
We walk across the Friendship Bridge at Hilsa where the Chinese officials will check our permits and passports. We also meet our Tibetan guide here. We ascend from Hilsa to Purang and pass Rinzin Zangpo Gompa and Kangje Village along the way. In Purang, we visit the ancient Purang Gompa and explore the unique Buddhist frescoes of the 12th century. Overnight in Purang.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Purang
Day 11: Purang to Montser and sightseeing in Tirtapuri
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Within Pulan County Humla Simikota, Burang County 859500 China
On our way to Montser we pass through Rakshas and Mansarover lakes. After reaching Montser, we settle down for a while then visit Tirtapuri (4510m). Located northwest of Mount Kailash, the Tirthapuri Hot Springs are closely associated with Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche). Pilgrims bathe in pools fed by the springs, visit the monastery containing the guru's footprint and dig for healing stones along a one-hour pilgrimage route. After touring Tirtapuri we return back to Montser to spend the night.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Montser to spend the night
Day 12: Sightseeing of Garuda Valley, then transfer to Darchen
Stop At: Gurada, Madhya Pradesh 450991, India
It takes us around 2 hours to reach the Garuda Valley that lies to the southwest of Mt. Kailash. It contains mysterious caves, some of which have never been explored. Many believe that this was the cradle of the Tibetan civilization during the time of the Shang Shung kings, long before Buddhism reached the roof of the world. For those interested in the archeological and historical sites, Garuda Valley will be a dream come true. After touring the amazing valley we move to Darchen, a small town situated right in front of the sacred Mount Kailash. Overnight in Darchen.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Darchen
Day 13: First day of Kora: hiking to Dira Puk Monasterys
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we begin our Kora of Mt. Kailash. The first day out of Darchen involves a six-hour hike in a deep valley through walls of red rock. We continue across the plain to Shershong. We further cross a bridge leading to Chhuku Gompa which is high on the hill visible from the valley. The trail leads to Dirapuk from where we will have a stunning view of the north face of Mt. Kailash. Overnight in Dirapuk.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dirapuk
Day 14: Second day of Kora: hike to Dzutul-puk 6 - 7 hours
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Within Pulan County Humla Simikota, Burang County 859500 China
Today will be the most difficult section of our journey. We climb Drolma-la Pass at 5,750m/19,910ft. The pass whose name literally means the pass of Tara is beautiful and is filled with five-colored praying flags. From Drolma-la Pass, we descend to Dzutul-puk. At Dzutul-puk, we come across the incredible Thugje Zinbu (Lake of Compassion) and a few ancient meditative caves. Overnight in Dzutul-puk.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dzutul-puk
Day 15: Third day of Kora: hiking to Darchen 3 - 4 hours and transfer to Manasarovar
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
We gradually wind out of the valley towards Barka plain. After completing the holy Kora of Mount Kailash at Darchen, we drive for 2 hours to Mansarovar Lake. The lake holds religious significance for both Hindus and Buddhists. As per Hindu theology, Lake Mansarovar is a personification of purity, and one who drinks water from the lake is believed to go to the abode of Lord Shiva after death. Buddhists also associate the lake with the legendary lake known as Anavatapta in Sanskrit where Queen Maya is believed to have conceived Buddha. Overnight in Mansarovar.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mansarovar
Day 16: Tour of the Mansarovar Lake
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we circumambulate the beautiful Mansarovar Lake which has a circumference of 90 km making it one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. The belief is that the Kora of Mount Kailash is completed only with a holy dip in the lake and a drink of its holy water relieves one from the sins of a hundred lives. We circle round Mansarovar by Jeep, and if time permits, we visit Chui Gompa, another attraction of Manasrovar. Overnight in Mansarovar.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mansarovar
Day 17: Mansarovar to Saga
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we have to accomplish a long drive from Mansarovar to Saga traversing through the sacred historic Chiu Monastery. We continue driving past Hor Quo and across the Mayum La pass (5,200m). While passing through, we will have glimpses of small towns like Zhongba and Paryang. This journey covers 270 km from Mansarovar to Paryang and adjoins Saga, 255 km away from Paryang. From Saga instead of going towards Lhasa, we drive along a different route to Kathmandu. Overnight in Saga.
Duration: 9 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Saga
Day 18: Saga to Shigatse
Stop At: Shigatse, Shigatse, Tibet
From Saga we travel to Shigatse via Latse. Our trail will be along the Tsangpo River in a region crisscrossed by the upper Brahmaputra and its tributaries. Upon reaching Shigatse, we freshen up and later visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery which was founded by Pachen Lama in 1447. Overnight in Shigatse.
Duration: 9 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Shigatse
Day 19: Shigatse to Lhasa
Stop At: Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibet
After breakfast, we drive towards Lhasa. On the way, we visit Shalu Monastery. Founded in 1040, Shalu Monastery is known for its beautiful and ancient mural paintings. After the tour we continue to Lhasa. On the way, we come across the Karo La Pass (5,045m). Before reaching Lhasa, we also cross the Khamba La Pass (4,794m) with a brief halt to savor the beauty of the Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake), one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet and the beautiful Nazin Kang Sang glacier (7,252m). Overnight in Lhasa.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Lhasa
Day 20: Final Departure
Stop At: Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibet
The Kailash adventure in the Himalayas comes to an end today. We will drop you to the airport.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
After arriving at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, our representative will drop us off at our hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
On our second day, our city guide will take you for the sightseeing of world heritage sites of UNESCO in Nepal. As it is not possible to visit all heritage sites of Kathmandu, have to choose 3 to 4 sites.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Stop At: Nepalgunj, Nepalgunj, Bheri Zone, Mid-Western Region
After short exploration of Kathmandu Valley, we take an hour-long flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, located in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj, a town near the Nepal-India border, is also the gateway to Simikot, Humla. Overnight at Nepalgunj.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Nepalgunj
Day 4: Fly to Simikot and trek to Dharapori
Stop At: Simikot, Simikot, Karnali Zone, Mid-Western Region
After 40-minute flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot we will reached to an isolated and elegant village namely Simkot, the headquarters of the Humla District which cut off from the rest of the country due to its remoteness. We have lunch at Simikot and also register for the permit at the police office. From Simikot, we ascend for a while, and then descend towards the village of Tuling. We continue walking through jungles and villages along the Karnali River towards Dharapori. Overnight in Dharapori.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dharapori
Day 5: Dharapori to Kermi
Stop At: Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India
After a walk about four to five hours the trek takes you to the flat trails alongside of the Karnali River and then you need to walk along the fields which are cultivated mainly with barley, Buckwheat, rice and potatoes. There are two hot springs near Kermi where we may soothe our aching bodies. We can also visit ancient Buddhist monasteries close to Kermi --Laikyo Gompa and Lhundrup Choeling Gompa.Overnight in Kermi.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Kermi
Day 6: Kermi to Yalbang
Stop At: Yalbang, Muchu 21000, Nepal
Todayโ trek is a flat and take you to Yalbang. Crossing steep hills and a suspension bridge over the Salli River we can enjoy views of the beautiful pine trees and the mighty Karnali River. We will also visit the remote Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery. Overnight in Yalbang.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Yalbang
Day 7: Yalbang to Tumkot
Stop At: Yalbang, Muchu 21000, Nepal
You will trek to Tumkot khola. Walk on a trail above the Karnali River. There will be no trees and greenery as you ascend further. You will cross some village like Anger and Muchu. It is the biggest village on your trip. After reaching Thumkot you will visit Dhungkar ChoeZom Monastery. This Monastery is the most important Monastery in the Tibetan region. Overnight in Tumkot.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tumkot
Day 8: Tumkot to Yari
Stop At: Karnali River, India
Today's trek is on a relatively easy trail above the Karnali River. After walking a few miles we begin to notice the change in climate, vegetation and landscape which becomes more rocky and secluded. The trees that you see are not pine trees anymore. They are now short and low junipers. Overnight in Yari.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Yari
Day 9: Yari to Hilsa via Nara La pass
Stop At: Hilsa 21000, Nepal
We cross the first pass of the trek today, the Nara La pass (4,620m). The vegetation is bleak by now and the landscape is familiar to that of Tibet. After crossing the pass we will be greeted by excellent views of the beautiful Tibetan plateau and Yari Village. From here on, it is a shaky descent down until Hilsa, a border town which is also a dropping point for the pilgrims on their way to Mt. Kailash by helicopter. Overnight in Hilsa.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Hilsa
Day 10: Hilsa to Purang
Stop At: Hilsa 21000, Nepal
We walk across the Friendship Bridge at Hilsa where the Chinese officials will check our permits and passports. We also meet our Tibetan guide here. We ascend from Hilsa to Purang and pass Rinzin Zangpo Gompa and Kangje Village along the way. In Purang, we visit the ancient Purang Gompa and explore the unique Buddhist frescoes of the 12th century. Overnight in Purang.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Purang
Day 11: Purang to Montser and sightseeing in Tirtapuri
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Within Pulan County Humla Simikota, Burang County 859500 China
On our way to Montser we pass through Rakshas and Mansarover lakes. After reaching Montser, we settle down for a while then visit Tirtapuri (4510m). Located northwest of Mount Kailash, the Tirthapuri Hot Springs are closely associated with Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche). Pilgrims bathe in pools fed by the springs, visit the monastery containing the guru's footprint and dig for healing stones along a one-hour pilgrimage route. After touring Tirtapuri we return back to Montser to spend the night.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Montser to spend the night
Day 12: Sightseeing of Garuda Valley, then transfer to Darchen
Stop At: Gurada, Madhya Pradesh 450991, India
It takes us around 2 hours to reach the Garuda Valley that lies to the southwest of Mt. Kailash. It contains mysterious caves, some of which have never been explored. Many believe that this was the cradle of the Tibetan civilization during the time of the Shang Shung kings, long before Buddhism reached the roof of the world. For those interested in the archeological and historical sites, Garuda Valley will be a dream come true. After touring the amazing valley we move to Darchen, a small town situated right in front of the sacred Mount Kailash. Overnight in Darchen.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Darchen
Day 13: First day of Kora: hiking to Dira Puk Monasterys
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we begin our Kora of Mt. Kailash. The first day out of Darchen involves a six-hour hike in a deep valley through walls of red rock. We continue across the plain to Shershong. We further cross a bridge leading to Chhuku Gompa which is high on the hill visible from the valley. The trail leads to Dirapuk from where we will have a stunning view of the north face of Mt. Kailash. Overnight in Dirapuk.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dirapuk
Day 14: Second day of Kora: hike to Dzutul-puk 6 - 7 hours
Stop At: Mount Kailash, Within Pulan County Humla Simikota, Burang County 859500 China
Today will be the most difficult section of our journey. We climb Drolma-la Pass at 5,750m/19,910ft. The pass whose name literally means the pass of Tara is beautiful and is filled with five-colored praying flags. From Drolma-la Pass, we descend to Dzutul-puk. At Dzutul-puk, we come across the incredible Thugje Zinbu (Lake of Compassion) and a few ancient meditative caves. Overnight in Dzutul-puk.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Dzutul-puk
Day 15: Third day of Kora: hiking to Darchen 3 - 4 hours and transfer to Manasarovar
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
We gradually wind out of the valley towards Barka plain. After completing the holy Kora of Mount Kailash at Darchen, we drive for 2 hours to Mansarovar Lake. The lake holds religious significance for both Hindus and Buddhists. As per Hindu theology, Lake Mansarovar is a personification of purity, and one who drinks water from the lake is believed to go to the abode of Lord Shiva after death. Buddhists also associate the lake with the legendary lake known as Anavatapta in Sanskrit where Queen Maya is believed to have conceived Buddha. Overnight in Mansarovar.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mansarovar
Day 16: Tour of the Mansarovar Lake
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we circumambulate the beautiful Mansarovar Lake which has a circumference of 90 km making it one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. The belief is that the Kora of Mount Kailash is completed only with a holy dip in the lake and a drink of its holy water relieves one from the sins of a hundred lives. We circle round Mansarovar by Jeep, and if time permits, we visit Chui Gompa, another attraction of Manasrovar. Overnight in Mansarovar.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mansarovar
Day 17: Mansarovar to Saga
Stop At: Lake Manasarovar, Burang County, Ngari Prefecture, China
Today, we have to accomplish a long drive from Mansarovar to Saga traversing through the sacred historic Chiu Monastery. We continue driving past Hor Quo and across the Mayum La pass (5,200m). While passing through, we will have glimpses of small towns like Zhongba and Paryang. This journey covers 270 km from Mansarovar to Paryang and adjoins Saga, 255 km away from Paryang. From Saga instead of going towards Lhasa, we drive along a different route to Kathmandu. Overnight in Saga.
Duration: 9 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Saga
Day 18: Saga to Shigatse
Stop At: Shigatse, Shigatse, Tibet
From Saga we travel to Shigatse via Latse. Our trail will be along the Tsangpo River in a region crisscrossed by the upper Brahmaputra and its tributaries. Upon reaching Shigatse, we freshen up and later visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery which was founded by Pachen Lama in 1447. Overnight in Shigatse.
Duration: 9 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Shigatse
Day 19: Shigatse to Lhasa
Stop At: Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibet
After breakfast, we drive towards Lhasa. On the way, we visit Shalu Monastery. Founded in 1040, Shalu Monastery is known for its beautiful and ancient mural paintings. After the tour we continue to Lhasa. On the way, we come across the Karo La Pass (5,045m). Before reaching Lhasa, we also cross the Khamba La Pass (4,794m) with a brief halt to savor the beauty of the Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake), one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet and the beautiful Nazin Kang Sang glacier (7,252m). Overnight in Lhasa.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Lhasa
Day 20: Final Departure
Stop At: Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibet
The Kailash adventure in the Himalayas comes to an end today. We will drop you to the airport.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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