Mt Kailash Heli Tour Ex Lucknow - 09 Days

Trip Overview

Mount Kailash, a towering peak in Tibet revered as the sacred abode of Lord Shiva in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and the Bon religion, symbolizes spiritual purity and enlightenment, with its four faces representing the cardinal directions and its unscaled summit embodying divine inaccessibility. The Mansarovar Yatra, an arduous pilgrimage to this region and the nearby Mansarovar Lake, a pristine freshwater body believed to be created from Shiva's mind and associated with Hindu mythology as a place of salvation holds profound significance as a transformative journey that devotees undertake to cleanse sins, attain moksha (liberation), and connect with cosmic energies, often involving rituals like parikrama (circumambulation) around the mountain, despite the physical challenges of high altitudes and harsh terrains, making it one of the most revered spiritual quests in Indian culture.

Short Itinerary

Day 1	Arrival in Lucknow and Drive to Nepalgunj
Day 2	Fly from Nepalgunj to Simikot
Day 3	Helicopter to Hilsa and Drive to Purang (Taklakot)
Day 4	Drive to Lake Mansarovar and explore the lake
Day 5	Holy Lake Manasarovar Parikrama and drive till Darchen.
Day 6	Yama Dwar to Diraphuk
Day 7	Trek to Zuthulphuk
Day 8	Zuthulphuk to Hilsa/SImikot
Day 9	Simikot/Nepalgunj and drive to Lucknow

Detailed Itinerary

Included in this trek package?

• Accommodation: 4-star hotel at Nepalgunj and best possible at other places.

• 100% Vegetarian - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner as specified in the itinerary.

• All ground transportation in comfortable vehicles throughout the journey.

• Nepalgunj - Simikot (Aeroplane 45 mins)

• Simikot - Hilsa (Helicopter 15 mins)

• Hilsa - Simikot (Helicopter 15 mins)

• Simikot - Nepalgunj (45 mins)

• Guided tours with knowledgeable local guides at various sites.

• Permits: Necessary permits for entering Tibet and other regions.

• Visa: Chinese tourist group Visa.

• Parikrama Trekking: Support and guidance for the parikrama around Mt. Kailash, local guides.

• Bottled Water: Complimentary bottled water during the journey.

• Guide: English speaking guide and Tibetan guide.

• Staff: Cooks and supporting staff during Tibet part and Kailash Parikrama.

• Complementary: Duffle bag, Day Bag, Jacket and Winter Cap.

Excluded in this trek package?

• International Flights and transfer: Flights and transfer from Origin (home) to Lucknow and Lucknow to Origin.

• Visa Fees: Visa fees for Nepal (Other Than Indian Citizens)

• Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls, souvenirs, etc.

• Tips and Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff (typically not included).

• Travel Insurance: Any additional travel insurance coverage beyond basic.

• Alcoholic Beverages: Drinks and meals outside the itinerary specifications.

• Optional Activities: Activities not mentioned in the itinerary or any upgrades to accommodation or experiences.

• Emergency Evacuation: Costs related to emergency evacuation or medical treatment not covered by basic insurance.

• Additional Days of Stay: In case of flight cancellations or unforeseen circumstances, clients will have to bear the additional cost.

• Payment to be made on location: Horse – 1200–1400 Yuan, Porter – 2800–3000 Yuan. Needs to be paid in Chinese yuan only, Indian currency not accepted. Availability depends on the flow of pilgrims.

• Please note that horses and porters must be hired for the entire Parikrama, and once paid, the amount is non-refundable.

• We will make every effort to arrange horses and porters; however, availability cannot be guaranteed.

Official Trekking Map