General Information

• KAILASH LOCATION : Western Tibet.
• ALTITUDE : Kailash peak (6714m) above the Sea level.
• BASE CAMP : Darchen (4700m) above Sea level.
• CLIMATE : Unpredictable (Max 16 degrees Celsius to Min. –10 degrees Celsius)
• BELIEVERS : Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, Bon-Po (all AUM followers).
• VISITING TIME : Late April to September.
• PARIKRAMA OF KAILASH : 52 Km. {three days} - 40 Km. only by walk.
• ALTITUDE OF MANAS : (4580m) above Sea level.
• PARIKRAMA OF MANAS : 102 Km. (one day by Vehicle).
• ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS : Kathmandu – Nepalgunj - Simikot – Hilsa – Mansarovar, Kailash / back Kathmandu by same route
• TOTAL JOURNEY : From Kathmandu to Kathmandu is 10 nights / 11 days normally (Itinerary can be change and suffele)
• CLOTHING : Heavy woolen clothing suited for mountaineering.
• STANDARD TIME : Tibet is 2:00 hours ahead than Nepal’s time.
• CURRENCY : The unit of currency is the Renimbi or Yuan. 1 USD is equivalent to 7.00 Yuan approximately.

Fixed Departure Dates – 2018

Month	Date	Date	Date	Date	Date	Date
May	11- 21	17- 27	22-01 June	24-03 June	31-10 June	-
June	06 -16	11-21	16-26	21-01 July	23-03July	29-09 July
July	05-15	11-21	17 -27	20-30	22-01Aug	28 -07Aug
August	03-13	09-19	15-25	19-29	21-31	27 -06 Sep
September	02-12	08-18	14-24	18-28	-	-

Note : Red highlited dates are the fullMoon Dates on Mansarovar

Package Costs

• For Indian Passpot Holders : 178,000.00

Single Suppliment at Kathmandu and Nepalgunj

• Inr. 5,500.00 for both passports holders

Note

Above rates are based on the year of 2017, any changes in the rates will be applicable.

All rates are B2B Base and net Payable to us.

Inclusions

• Airports pick up and drop off services.
• 2 nights accommodation at Kathmandu with all meals.
• A visit / Darshana of Pashupatinath Temple and Budhanilkantha.
• Scheduled flight Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu.
• 1 night accommodation at Nepalgunj on twin/tripple sharing with all meals.
• Scheduled flight Nepalgunj - Simikot - Nepalgunj.
• Chartered helicopter flight share by 5-6 person Simikot – Hilsa – Simikot.
• 3 to 5 persons sharing accommodation in Simikot, Hilsa and during Kailash Yatra in Tibet.
• Three meals a day with tea coffee and sub Meals.
• Tibet part transfer by deluxe Bus as per group sizes /Truck for Luggage.
• Nepali Team Leader and Supporting staffs.
• Tibet travel permit and Chinese Visa.
• Chinese Package Cost of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
• Duffel Bag (a large bag to keep the pilgrims' luggage less than 10 KG)
• DownJacket returnable after trip.
• Upper Humla permit fee and Simikot VDC Charge.
• Emergency Oxygen Cylinder and First AID kit with appopriate medication facility.

Exclusions

• All beverages during trip.
• Extra and excess luggage or cargo charge.
• Extra room bills due to flight delays possibly due to weather conditions.
• Stick and water bottle.
• Insurance and evacuation cost.
• Personal horse/pony riding / personal porter charges during Kailash Parikrama.
• Tips for the supporting staff.

Booking and Payments

50% of the toal package cost should be paid at least 30 days prior to the tour departure date, the payment can be made by Telex or Bank Transfer into the account Remaining payment should be made within 10 days before departure date of the Yatra.

Risk and Liabilities

We will endeavor to make your journey smooth and as pleasant as possible. However the entire program in Tibet is conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of China and Tibet Tourism Bureau. Therefore, it will not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances such as Government restrictions, land slides, road blockages, flood, snow, and any unforseing types of obstructions, cancellation / delay of flight, delay due to late permit and Visa, illness or accidents. The pilgrims shall have to bear all extra costs incurred, if any above menntioned obstacles arise during the yatra b y themselves.

Document

Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity and two copies of pp size photographs.

Fitness

This is not a trek or expedition but a tour; therefore no specific level of fitness is required. Anybody can join this Yatra if they think they are able and have strong willpower. People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult their doctor prior to embarking on this trip. Morning and evening walks, jogging, stretching, meditation and regular exercise make the journey comfortable for all.

Food and Beverage

We will serve purely vegetarain delicious continental & Indian meals; Breakfast and Dinner in hotels, served by trained Nepalese staffs. Packed lunch will be provided at the time of Kailash Parikarama.

Clothing and Necessities

As the temperature greatly varies between day and night (from max. 16 degrees Celsius to min. –10 degrees Celsius) one should be prepare accordingly.

Bring the following items with you

Woolen gloves, Monkey cap, Sun hat, Thermal wear, Water bottle, Woolen socks, Towel, Light Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Torch with extra batteries/bulbs, Muffler, Mask, Raincoat, Sweater, Shirt/T-shirts & Trekking shoes etc.

Insurance

Comprehensive Travel Insurance coverage for Emergency Medical Evacuation if incase of emergency, loss of belongings, and trip cancellation is strongly recommended.

Cancellation

All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in writing; verbal cancellation will not be accepted. There is no refund for services not used. In addition, the following cancellation rules will be applicable on the balance amount payable.

• If made within 21 days prior of tour departure date or once travel permit has been applied: 30% cancellation will be charged.
• If made within 15 days prior of tour departure date: 50% cancellation will be charged.
• If made within 7 days and less prior of tour departure date: 75% cancellation will be charged.
• If the case of no show: 100% cancellation will be charged.

Above rules are applicable as per the rules and regulation of China Tibet Tourism Bureau and (IPSC) Indian Pilgrims Service China.