Our trip begins in Kathmandu from where we take a scenic flight to Simikot

via Nepalgunj. From Simikot we fly to Hilsa by Fishtail Air's helicopter and
then proceed to Taklakot. We drive overland to the holy lake of Manasarover
and complete a parikrama of the sacred Mount Kailash.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu /Overnight Hotel

Day 02 - Fly to Nepalgunj (450m) / Overnight at Hotel

Day 03 - Fly to Simikot (2950m)/ Overnight at Sun Valley Resort

Day 04 - Fly to Hilsa (3750m) on Fishtail Air's Helicopter/ Drive to Taklakot

[3930m] and overnight at Hotel

Day 05 - Drive to Manasarovar (4560m)/ Overnight at Manasarovar

Guesthouse

Day 06 - Drive to Darchen [4560m] / Overnight at Guest House

Day 07 - Drive to Darboche & Trek to Dirapuk [4900m]/ Overnight at Guest

House or camping

Day 08 - Trek to Zutulpuk [4790m]/ Guest House or Camping

Day 09 - Trek to Darchen & Drive to Taklakot (3930m) or Hilsa/ Overnight at

Hotel

Day 10 - Heli flight to Simikot(2960m) / Overnight at Sun Valley Resort

Day 11 - Fly to Kathmandu / Overnight Hotel

Day 12 - Depart Kathmandu

Fixed Departures 2011

May 6, 12, 18, 24, 30

June 5, 11, 17, 23, 29

July 5, 11, 17, 23

September 7, 13, 19, 25

October 1, 7

Cost

For Indian Nationals: INR 1,49,000/- per person on twin sharing

Single Supplement: INR 10,000/- per pax (Compulsory if no one to share room
with)

For NRIs: Total Cost + USD 250/- per person on twin sharing

ADDITIONAL COSTS

Visa processing fee

* 140/- USD extra for nationals from non-SAARC countries

* 198/- USD for American Citizens

COST INCLUDES

* Hotel accommodation

* Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with English speaking local guide and

entry fees

* Pashupatinath Darshan, Puja & Havan

* All surface transfers in Nepal

* Flight (Fixed Wing aircraft )fare

* Domestic airport taxes

* Tibet group visa and travel permits

* Camping expenses
 * Transportation in Tibet in 4WD Land Cruiser.

* English speaking Tibetan local guide

* Necessary supporting crew (Cook, Sherpa, Tour Manager from

Kathmandu)

* Yaks & Yak herders for transporting luggage during the Parikrama
(circumambulation) around Mt. Kailash

* Medical Oxygen & Gammow Bag for emergencies

* Medical kit bag

* All applicable taxes & service charges

* Trek permit

* Arrival and departure transfers

COST EXCLUDES

* International Air fare, Airport tax

* Horse or Yak rides during the Parikrama (upon your request, we can
provide this facility on extra cost)

* Any expenses due to natural calamities such as bad weather landslide,

snowfall. Route may be altered in such situations.

* Any expenses incurred during emergency evacuation due to any reason

* Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, hot shower, tip to staff

* Your Insurance

* Drinks & beverages

* Nepal visa fee

MODE OF PAYMENT

20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach
Explore Himalaya Travel account by telex transfer with passport copy (valid
at least 6 months from the date of departure). Full payment should be made
before departure to Kailash Yatra.

YATRA REQUIREMENTS

* Health certificate from a practicing physician confirming that the

participant is fit to travel to an altitude of 5700 meters.

* Passport copy with 6 months validity.

(Note : If the client is travelling directly from any of the Indian cities to
Kathmandu or Nepalgunj, then he/she is requested to hand over the original
passport at our branch office in New Delhi 15 days before the trip starts. )

CLOTHING:

* Down Jacket

* Wind proof Jacket

* Cotton socks

* Long Johns

* Sweaters

* Woolen Shirts

* Gloves

* Scarf /Muffler

* Thermal under wear

* Pure woolen and thick pullovers

* Woolen trousers

* Woolen or fleece cap

 * Towels

* Raincoat or umbrellas

* Comfortable warm walking shoe for evening use.

* Hiking Boots, water resistant, ankle supported and soft interior

* Personal clothing as required.

* Swim wear to bathe at Mansarovar.

TOILETRIES & MISCELLANEOUS

Sun block cream, Skin moisturizer, tissue paper, wet wipes, sunglasses, water
bottle, extra plastic bags, torchlight (with extra batteries), camera and film,
snacks/eatables etc.

INSURANCE:

All travelers are advised to purchase travel insurance that provides care and
services for sickness, accidents, emergency rescue, etc. related to
international travel.

HEALTH

Although our itinerary will allow your body to acclimatize properly and to
handle the low oxygen rate, we suggest you to consult your doctor before
booking your trip, especially if you have suffered from altitude sickness, or
have a heart or breathing complaint. The main health consideration in high
altitude is Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). You may experience some mild
symptoms initially, such as headache, lethargy, nausea and difficulty
sleeping, but these should lessen within a few days. For your safety, we also
carry the ‘Portable Altitude Chamber’ or ‘Gamow Bag’. A supply of bottled
oxygen is carried in the vehicle at all times. For your service, we carry a
medical kit with standard prescribed medicines along with a users’ manual
which you can use upon your own risk. We do not take any medical liability
since our staffs are not qualified to prescribe medicines.

BOOKING CONDITIONS
 1. It is fundamental for you acknowledge that this is an adventure tour. This
requires some flexibility. The day to day itinerary can be taken only as a
guideline. We cannot be held responsible for any delays caused by
international or domestic flights, strikes, Government regulations, weather or
natural calamities etc. In such cases, Explore Himalaya shall provide suitable
alternatives which could be decided upon mutual agreement. If an agreement
cannot be made, Explore Himalaya shall only be responsible for refunds after
deducting the expenses already incurred.

2. Your booking will be confirmed by email once we receive your deposit of

INR 10,000/- with passport copy and the signed copy of booking form and
contract.

The balance is due no later than two months prior to departure. If you
book a tour less than 2 months prior to departure, you must send the full
payment within 7 days of confirmation by us.

3. Those joining the tour in Kathmandu can pay the balance on arrival.

TOUR CANCELLATION POLICY

* Written notice of cancellation must be sent to our office.

* Verbal cancellation will not be entertained.

* Charge incurred on cancellation

» 30 days before departure - 25% of total trip cost

» 15 days before departure - 50% of total trip cost

» Less than 15 days before departure - 100% of total trip cost

BOOKING PROCEDURE

If you still have any questions regarding this trip, please feel free to contact
us. We answer all enquiries within 24 hours (Sunday-Friday). If you want to
book a trip, you can e-mail us at kailash@explorehimalaya.com or contact us
directly by phone: +977-1-4418100.

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