Kailash Manasarovar Heli Yatra via Lucknow 10 Days / 9 Nights

Kailash Manasarovar Heli Yatra via Lucknow 10 Days / 9 Nights Route : KTM Nepalgunj- Simikot - Kailash - KTM Duration : 10 Days Hotel : 3 Star Hotel in Available places and Guest House in Tibet Region Group Size : 17-35 per group Trip Note: This itinerary is based on Indian Passport only and for foreign Nationals other than Indian; they must reach at Kathmandu 3 working days prior to beginning of the tour date for Visa Process and the extra day s accommodation is not included in this package. Trip Overview: 10 days tour to Holy Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. We offers this excursion in May, June, July, August and September consistently. Nepalgunj of Nepal is starting point of Kailash visit and can undoubtedly reach from Lucknow of India following 4 hours drive. Lucknow is interfacing with other International air terminals of India so explorers are effortlessly getting into Lucknow from India and everywhere throughout the world. We have many settled departure dates and each individual can take profit by joining our Kailash Tour by Helicopter from Lucknow Tour Package. Customary rituals such as Puja, Hawan in Manasarovar, Manasarovar Parikrama and Kailash Parikrama which are primary exercises are core attractions in this outing. Highlights Manasarovar Lake One of the holiest lakes 3 days trekking around of Mount Kailash by crossing 6714m Dolma La pass Exploration typical life style of nomad peoples and roof of the world Detail Itinerary Day 01: LUCKNOW ARRIVAL THEN DRIVES TO NEPALGUNJ Upon arrival in Lucknow. Please, furnish your arrival details to us in advance, so our representative can show his presence at the airport/railway station accordingly. From Lucknow, we have to make a road journey of presumably 225 km to reach Nepalgunj. The highway is not in better condition, so it may take at least 5 hours to reach there, which is a significantly long duration than you probably have

anticipated. After reaching Nepalgunj, we check into hotel, and freshen up. Leisure time in the evening at Nepalgunj. Overnight at Hotel Siddharth Cottage - Lucknow to Nepal border (Rupadiha): 225 km, 5 hours drive. - Rupadiha Border tonepalgunj: 6 km. Day 02: FLY TO SIMIKOT & OVERNIGHT STAY Early morning, at 5.00 a.m., transfer to Nepalgunj airport for your flight to Simikot. The flight between Nepalgunj and Simikot takes about an hour. The air route to Simikot passes over the remote mountain region of Nepal where whether often gets cloudy and notorious. Generally, the weather in the mountain area, in the morning, is calm and clear. This is the reason why we should fly to Simikot early morning. Simikot is situated at an altitude of 2910 m., this is an ideal place to make a night halt for acclimatization motive. Simikot has a STOL airport (Short Take Off and Landing) where only small aircraft can go. The aircraft, we fly from Nepalgunj, can carry only 15 people at a time. We stay overnight in Simikot for acclimatization. - Overnight Sunvalley Resort or Nepal Trust Guesthouse (dormitory room & common bath room). Nepalgunj to Simikot flight: 1 hour. Aircraft type: Dronier or Twin otter - Carrying capacity: Only 16 people at a time. Elevation of Simikot: 2910 m/9545 fts. Expected temperature: day time:- 18 to 25 degree Celsius, Night time:- 4 to -2 degree Celsius. Climatic condition: Generally cloudy & rainy Day 03: SIMIKOT - HILSA (BY HELICOPTER) THEN ENTRY TAKLAKOT (TIBET) Early morning, after breakfast, you will pack up your baggage then trek down to the airport and board on the helicopter. The helicopter flight from Simikot to Hilsa takes about 25 minutes (one way) only. The flight route passes through deep Karnali River-gorge and narrow remote valleys, where weather normally turns windy & cloudy from late morning onward. So, we try to operate more shuttle flights early in the morning and bring all group members to Hilsa. We operate Euro copter (B3) that can carry only 5 persons + 10 kg luggage at a time. Since, helicopter has limited capacity to carry, we request you not to carry any unnecessary stuff. We use two helicopters at a time, so we can airlift our group members to Hilsa as soon as possible. After all group members shifted to Hilsa by helicopter, you will cross the border then drive to Taklakot (Purang). As per the visa rule of the Chinese government, all group members should enter together and exit together. So, until and unless all members do not come to Hilsa, no one can cross the border. The drive

from Hilsa to Taklakot takes about 45 minutes. The driving distance is about 27 k.m. Overnight Purang Guesthouse (Old wing) Simikot to Hilsa: by helicopter Flight duration: 25 minutes Carrying capacity: 5 persons + 10 kg baggage each. Hilsa to Chinese immigration (Sher): only 10 minutes walk. Sher to Taklakot: 27 km, 45 minutes drive by Bus. Elevation of Taklakot: 4025 m./13202 fts. Expected temperature: day time:- 22 to 28 degree Celsius/night time:- up to -3 degree Celsius. General climatic condition: mild windy Day 04: REST IN TAKLA KOT FOR ACCLIMATIZATION If the group members are properly acclimatized, we can proceed for Manasarovar today itself. Overnight Purang Guesthouse (Old wing) - Elevation of Taklakot: 4025 m./13202 fts. Day 05: TAKLAKOT TO LAKE MANSAROVAR As usual, after having morning meal, we pack our belongings, then board on the vehicle and be ready to move towards Lake Manasarovar. Right from the beginning, the highway commences making gradual ascend. The road still keeps ascending up to the High Pass that lies before Rakshas Lake. The lake 'Rakshas' represents the devil force. This is where Ravana, 'the mighty King of Lanka', had performed a penance to lord Shiva for 5000 years. We will take a brief halt at the shore of Lake Rakshash, soak in views and take pictures; then continue our journey towards Lake Manasarovar. We check in to the Guesthouse of Lake Manasarovar (Chiugompa) then walk to the lakeshore for having sacred dip and performing Pooja. After Pooja, we will have afternoon meal; board on the vehicle then set off for circumambulation around the lake. The entire circumference of the lake is presumably 82 km, and it demands a minimum two hours to accomplish this part of the journey. Overnight stay at guesthouse Taklakot to Lake Manasarovar: 88 km one & half hour. Elevation of Lake Manasarovar: 4550 m. /14,925 fts Expected temperature: day time: - 22 to 32 degree Celsius; night time: - -3 to -4 degree. - Climatic condition: windy.

Day 06: DRIVE, TARCHEN TO YAMA DWARA- THEN TREK TO DERAPHUK Today is the most important day of our journey. The most exciting part, sacred circumambulation around Kailash, commences today from Yama Dwara. Morning, after breakfast, we depart from lake strand to Yama Dwara (also called 'Tarboche' in Tibetan) that demands approximately one & half hour to reach there. We should make a brief halt in Darchen because some travel documents have to be obtained from local Police and Army officials as well as we have to make group entry in the region. From Darchen, it is another half an hour to reach Yama Dwara. Our Yaks, porters and horses are waiting here for us. Those who are making circumambulation around Kailash on feet can instantly proceed for Deraphuk; rest of members can commence their journey after taking their horse/s and porter/s. The Total walk to Deraphuk is for 4 to 5 hours but the timing depends on your own pace. The route is quite easy, flat but mild ascend. Due to its extreme elevation, we feel tired while walking and need to have break very frequently. - Overnight at Shisapanga Guesthouse. - Lake Manasarovar to Yama Dwara: 45 km 1 & half hour drive. - Yama Dwar Dhiraphuk: 10 km 5-6 hour trek. Elevation of Dhiraphuk: 4920 m. /16,138 fts Expected temperature: day time:-12 to 18 degree Celsius/night time: -5 to -8 degree. -Average climatic condition: windy and partly cloudy & rainy. Day 07: DERAPHUK TO ZUTUPHUK Today you have to cross a significant distance through the rugged portion of the trail around the mount Kailash before reaching Zutulphuk. You have to commence your journey from Deraphuk very early in the morning. Right from the initial moment, the trail commences leading you rapidly up, however in between it turns into flat with gentle ascend. Up to Dolma-La (5600 m.), the path keeps you taking up & up. Dolma La is the highest bit of this journey. From here onward, the trail leads you all the way down to the valley floor. This particular portion of the trek is a rapid incline and the track is full of boulders and screes, so one should pay continue attention while trekking down. While descending from Dolma La, we will pass alongside a small glacial pool, which is almost frozen during May through September. This is Gaurikunda. The legend of this pool is connected with Mata Parvati, the consorts of lord Shiva. Once we make descend journey to the valley floor, the trail becomes flat & easy. The trail is easy and flat up to the Zutulphuk.Overnight Norpel Guesthouse or Monastery guesthouse (Mud house) dormitory. Dhiraphuk to Zutulphuk: 21 km (8-9 hours trek). The highest point to cross over: Dolma La pass (5600 m./18,368 fts)

Elevation of Zutulphuk: 4820 m./15,810 fts. Expected temperature: 14 to 22 degree Celsius/ night time: -3 to -5 degree. Average climatic condition: windy Day 08: TREK THEN DRIVE BACK TO PURANG/ TAKLAKOT Undoubtedly, today is the most hectic day of your journey. You, yet to go for another 08 km walk to accomplish the circumambulation; then drive all the way to Hilsa. As usual after morning meals, you will pack up your belongings then be ready to move on to Darchen. It requires presumably 3 hours to reach the other end of the trail where our vehicle is waiting to fetch you up. After getting-together of all members, you will board on vehicle and proceed for Taklakot. - Overnight Purang Guesthouse (Old wing) Zutulphuk to trek ending point: 08 km 3 hours. Trek ending point to Taklakot: 105 km 2 hours. Day 09: TAKLAKOT- HILSA- SIMIKOT It takes 45 minutes to reach Hilsa, where you have to go through the immigration formalities. From Taklakot, a military person will accompany the group to escort towards Hilsa. After having luggage checked and going through some formalities again in the boarder, you will cross over the Suspension bridge of Karnali River, then enter into the territory of Nepal then fly to Simikot. Overnight Hotel Sunvalley Resort Taklakot to Hilsa boarder: 27 km 45 minutes. Hilsa to Simikot flight by Helicopter 25 minutes Day 10: FLY TO NEPALGUNJ THEN CONTINUES TO LUCKNOW Early morning fly to Nepalgunj by aircraft then continue drive to Lucknow. Simikot- Nepalgunj: 45 minutes flight. Nepalgunj- Lucknow: 184 km 5 hours Cost Includes Transportation All ground transportation by private vehicle Nepalgunj Simikot Nepalgunj Flight Ticket Simikot Hilsa Simikot Helicopter Airport Pick up and drop off by private vehicle

Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included (Veg only) Enough Drinking water included Accommodation Rooms on twin sharing in Nepal and Tibet; and group sharing in Kailash Region Visas & Permit Tibet Visa & Permit Included All necessary entrance fees in Nepal and Tibet Special Kailash Manasarovar Permit Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries and temples Hilsa Permit Guide, Staffs & supporters Nepali Guide and Tibetan Guide Nepali Crew members in Kailash Region Equipment /Medical kits Enough oxygen cylinders Gamow Bags & Other necessary equipment Clothing Down Jacket on refundable basis Monkey hat /Day pack bag Duffel bag Cost Exclude Emergency evacuations/rescue expenses, if required. Expenses of personal nature Personal horse and Helper during Kailash round/ Parikrama Travel & Medical Insurance Permissions and other official formalities Flight tickets to Kathmandu/ Lucknow

Fixed Departure Dates for 2019 SN KTM ARRIVAL Lucknow Arrival before 12 noon Lake Manasarovar Departure Date Mukthinath Date 1 14th MAY 15TH MAY 18th MAY (Near to Full Moon) 2 21th MAY 22 ND MAY 25th MAY 3 8th JUNE 9TH JUNE 12th JUNE 4 22nd JUNE 23RD JUNE 26TH JUNE 5 20th JULY 21ST JULY 24TH JULY 6 10th AUG 11TH AUG 14TH AUG (Near to Full Moon) 7 22nd AUG 23RD AUG 26TH AUG 8 7 TH SEP 8TH SEP 11TH SEP 25 th MAY KTM 24 th MAY LCW 1st JUN KTM 31st MAY LCW 19th JUNE KTM 18th JUNE LCW 3rd JULY KTM 2nd JULY LCW 31st JULY KTM 30th JULY LCW 21st AUG KTM 20TH AUG LCW 2nd SEP KTM 1ST SEP LCW 18TH SEP KTM 17TH SEP LCW 9th MAY 16th MAY 3 rd JUNE 17th JUNE 15th JULY 5th AUG 17th AUG 2nd SEP Booking Policy Application should be submitted at least 45 days before the provisional date of departure. Minimum of 6 months valid Passport scan copy by mail or passport copy by courier should summit when the booking is made Upon the confirmation 30% deposit amount per person is required Our company trip booking form with your signature as per our term and condition All the clients need to carry ID Proof, (Voter ID Proof) OR passport original while travelling by air. The itinerary can be changed without notice due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as political unrest, Natural calamities, changes in itinerary by the Chinese authorities etc

Cancellation Policy Once we received your notice for cancellation in written, following cancellation rules will apply: If cancelled less than 30 days prior to departure due to client s personal problems, all Previously paid amount(s) will be forfeited If cancelled between 30-90 days prior to departure, 75% of your payment will be refund except the non-refundable deposit. If cancelled more than 90 days prior to your departure date, your full payment will be refund Except the non-refundable deposit INR 30000.00 per person Terms & Conditions:- Advance of Rs.30,000 /-(non refundable) for Indians and Rs.50,000 for NRI s Balance Amount:- 1. Through Cheque/DD/Neft/RTGS - 5% GST Applicable a. 45days before from the date of departure. 2. Passport to be submitted 1 month before departure. Important Note: 1. Age Participants must be between 18 and 70 years of age. Those below the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a consent form need to be signed by them. 2. Medical Be physically and mentally fit. Please note that this trek is not advised for pregnant women and those suffering from chronic health problems, like epilepsy, heart ailments, uncontrolled BP, diabetes, cancer, asthma, psychological problems, physical disabilities and obesity. 3. Passport A valid passport is needed with a minimum validity of 180 days from the last date of the sojourn. Please note that diplomatic passports are not allowed. PIO/OCI or any other ID cards are not accepted in Tibet.

4. Visa Process Indian Passport holders do not require a visa for Nepal. The Tibet permit and visa for everyone will be organized by Sankara Yatra. To facilitate this, your original passport is required at New Delhi, well in advance prior to the departure date. The actual date and details will be confirmed based on the group you choose to travel with us. Visa Process for NRI Indian nationals do not require a visa for Nepal Foreign nationals will require a 15 days multiple entry visa for Nepal which can be availed on arrival at Kathmandu airport, Nepal. A visa fee of $25 is payable along with two passport size photos. Visa for Tibet will be organized by Sankara Yatra. To facilitate this, original passport of Indian Nationals is required well in advance prior to the departure date. Details will be sent upon registration. For Non-Indian Nationals, Tibet visa will be organized in Kathmandu 4 days prior to the departure. Request the NRI to be in Kathmandu for the visa process. Mode of Payment: DD/Cheque has to be drawn in favour of Sankara Yatra payable at Bangalore. You can also deposit cash or make online/neft payment in favour of Bank Name Corporation Bank Bank Name State Bank of India Name : SANKARA YATRA Name : SANKARA YATRA A/C No. 510101005483884 OR A/C No. 67273178983 Branch, RMV Extension Branch, RMV Dollar Colony IFSC CODE CORP0000582 IFSC CODE SBIN0009042 Swift Code CORPINBB763 Swift Code SBININBBT31