Pilgrim Tour to Mt. Kailash
| Programme Itinerary |
| Day 01. |
Arrive in Kathmandu (1336m). You will be met by your group leader and transferred to the hotel where the pre-trek briefing will be given. Arrangements are made today for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down jacket. Remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure.. |
| Day 02. |
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. You have time to explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and the lessor known towns that dot the valley. The area has an amazing range of fascinating highlights, whatever your interest. Excellent bookshops, extensive markets, novelty shops and handicraft shops contrast with fantastic centres of cultural and spiritual significance. Kathmandu has more World heritage sites than any other city in the world. A sightseeing tour is organised for your benefit. |
| Day 03. |
Drive from kathmandu to Nyalum Height : 4100m. |
| Day 04. |
Drive from Nyalum to Peigutso Lakefurther Height : 4300m. |
| Day 05. |
Drive from Peigutso to Tsongba (Saga). |
| Day 06. |
Drive from Tsongba (Saga) to Paryang. |
| Day 07. |
Drive from Paryang to Manasarovar. |
| Day 08. |
Drive from Manasarovar to Darchen Height : 4650m. |
| Day 09-10. |
Trek around Kailash (Parikrama). |
| Day 11. |
May 21, 2008 : Continue of the Kora (Camp) Height : 1336m. |
| Day 12. |
Drive from Lake Mansarober to Paryang. |
| Day 13. |
Drive to Tsongba (Saga). |
| Day 14. |
Drive to Peigutso Lake. |
| Day 15. |
Drive to Zhangmu Hotel |
| Day 16. |
May 26, 2008 : Back to Manasarovar Height : 1336m |
| Day 17. |
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. A recovery day after many kilometres of harduous travelling. This extra day also gives some allowance for any delays experienced during the drive. You may wish to do some sightseeing or shopping but this is essentially a rest day. If you still have the energy an optional Rock-climbing activity can be organised for those who are interested or you can do it tomorrow- an additional cost will be incurred for this option. |
| Day 18. |
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. There are a million things to see in Kathmandu and we recommend you spend this day wandering around the town and exploring the valley on bicycle or by taxi. The old Royal Palace, Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath (a major Hindu shrine) and the giant Buddhist Stupa at Bodnath are absolute musts. Our staff can help you with arrangements or provide a guide and/or transport should you wish, or you can head off armed with a map and let the day unfold. An optional Rock-climbing activity can be organised for those who are interested - an additional cost will be incurred for this option. |
| Day 19. |
Trip concludes in Kathmandu. After breakfast, arrangements cease unless further arrangements have been made. Those people travelling by aircraft to further destinations will be transferred to the airport and assisted with check-in procedures. Don't forget to have NRp1100 departure tax available for payment at the airport. |