Mt. Kailash Mansarovar  (Drive in Drive out)
(From Kodari, Zhangmu Nepal/Tibet border)

Departure Dates -2007

April-27
May- 9, 14, 21, & 27
June- 01, 06, 11 & 22
July- 02, 16
August- 01, 31
Sept- 14, 17 & 29

Cost: USD 1500.00
Single Supplement: USD 150.00

Experience this Remarkable Pilgrimage Tour to Holy Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar!

Mt. Kailash, 6,740 m. is situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, wholly within Tibet. It is the perfect mountain with awesome beauty, with 4 great faces. It is the spiritual centre for four great religions: Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, the Jain religion and the pre-Buddhist animistic religion - Bonpo. To Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world.

South of Mount Kailash, across the great plain of Barga at the base of the majestic Mount Gurla Mandhata lies the two lakes Mansarovar and Rakshas Tal. They are the highest bodies of fresh water in the world, with Mansarovar (330 sq km), at 4,558 meters, about fifteen meters higher than Rakshas Tal. Mansarovar is the larger of the two lakes and considered by Buddhists and Hindus to be more worthy of veneration. Buddhists believe that Queen Maya, the Buddha's mother, was carried here by the gods and washed prior to given birth to the Buddha.

Hindus people think Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru, their spritual centre of the universe, described as a fanatastic 'world pillar' 84,000 miles high, around which all else revolves, its roots in the lowest hell and its summit kissing the heavens. On the top lives their most revered God, Shiva, and his consort Parvati.

Different people have different ideas of its description. You will feel the real difference in this world. Go there, see and feel the difference once in your life time!

Day 01 : DRIVE TO NYALAM [3700m]

Our trip begins with an early morning drive to the Tibetan border. We will experience some beauteous Nepalese countryside along the way. Upon reaching the border we will complete the necessary paper work and continue up the steep slope to Zhangmu then again follow the road up to Nyalam. O/n Guest House.

Day 02 : DRIVE TO PEIKU-TSO

Our final destination today is the large Peiku-tso lake. On the way we cross two hig passes and encounter much beautiful scenery. Camping at lake side

Day 03 : DRIVE TO ZHONGBA

Today is a longer day, but the surrounding Tibetan scenery makes it all worthwhile. Throughout the day we cross the Brahmaputra river on a ferry, pass through Saga, and finally end in the small town of Zhongba. O/n camping.

Day 04 : DRIVE TO BELOW MAYUN- LA

During our fourth day we encounter some of the best panoramic scnery in our entire journey. After passing through Paryang we cross several rivers before reach our camp. We will spend the night just below Mayun-La. O/n camping.

Day 05 : DRIVE TO MANASAROVAR [4560m]

Today we finally reach the holy site of Lake Manasarovar. Be prepared for an awe-inspiring experience! O/n camping.

Day 06 : JEEP TOUR AROUND LAKE MANASAROVAR

Today will be an easy day driving with our jeep around this beautiful lake, experience the magic of this holy site meet with local pilgrims and visit the beautiful Chiu Monastery. Mt. Kailash looms in the distance. after a short break at Chiu Gompa we will continue drive to Base Camp of Mt. Kailash, Tarchen. Overnihgt will be at local lodge in Tarchen

Day 07 : DRIVE TO TARBOCHE [4750m] START TREK TO DIRA-PUK

After only a 35 km drive we will reach Tarboche. Tarboche marks the start of our religious 53 km trek around the mountain. we will trek to Dirapuk today, through lush green meadows and babbling mountain streams compliment our walk through the Lha Chu Valley. We then trek through a narrow river canyon. Enticing waterfalls and steep cliffs surround us. The north face of Kailash finally comes into view as we reach Dira-puk, a 13th century monastery. O/n camping.

Day 08 : TREK TO ZUTUL-PUK [4790m]

After trekking through the Drolma Chu Valley we climb the prayer flag laden Drolma La pass. It is a relief to cruise downhill towards Zutul-puk, with a view of an alluring mountain lake in the distance. Thukpe Dzingbu Lake is known as the Lake of Compassion. We can also explore several ancient meditation caves! O/n camping.

Day 09 : TREK TO DARCHEN [4560m] ON TO HOR.

This is our final day of the kora and a delightful day at that. Several stream and splendid gorges surround us. Ravishing views of Mt. Kailash are abundant on our walk today, meet our jeep and drive to Hor the east side of Mansarovar, O/n camping.

Day 10 : DRIVE TO PARYANG [4750m]

We must leave early today for our drive back to Paryang. However, it is not a wasted day as some of the best scenery on our trip is seen in this section. Relax and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of this drive. O/n camping.

Day 11 : DRIVE TO SAGA [4600m]

Today is another driving day as we head towards Saga. Take in the sights of the small dusty towns along the way! O/n camping.

Day 12 : DRIVE TO NYALAM [3300m]

Today we cross the Yarlung Tsangpo by ferry once more. You are given one last chance to soak in the beauty of Peiku-tso before arriving back at Nyalam. O/n camping.

Day 13 : DRIVE TO KATHMANDU [1400m]

After Nyalam we descend down through a mossy gorge and brilliant cascading waterfalls. From Zhangmu we cross the Bhote Kosi River using the Friendship Bridge. At this point we must bid a fond farewell to our Tibetan guide and go through all the border formalities. Our last night will be spent in the bustling city of Kathmandu.

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