Simikot - Kailash & Mansarovar – Nyalam (13 Days)

We take a delightful flight from Kathmandu and fly west to the border town of Simikot via Nepalganj.
From Simikot we fly to Hilsa by Fishtail Air's helicopter and then proceed to Taklakot. We drive overland
to the holy lake of Mansarover and complete a parikrama of the sacred Mount Kailash. On our return
journey we pass the Tibetan towns of Saga and Nyalam, before finally driving down to Kodari, the last
Nepalese outpost on the Nepal- Tibet border.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu, Overnight at Hotel

Day 02 - Fly to Nepalganj, Overnight at Hotel

Day 03 - Fly to Simikot [2960m] , 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 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], Overnight Guest House or camping

Day 09 - Drive to Horchu, Overnight Hotel

Day 10 - Drive to Saga(4600m), Overnight Hotel

Day 11 - Drive to Nyalam (3780m), Overnight Guesthouse

Day 12 - Kathmandu, Overnight Hotel

Day 13 - Depart Kathmandu

Cost
For Indian Nationals: INR 1,10,000/- 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.

FIXED DEPARTURE DATES 2011

May: 2, 7, 12, 17, 22, 27

June: 1, 6, 11, 16, 21, 26

July: 1, 6, 11, 16, 21, 26, 31

September: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30

October: 5, 10, 15

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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