Kailash Helicopter Yatra (Itinerary)
| Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days |
| Destinations :Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Simikot - Hilsa - Purang - Lake Manasarovar - Sershong - Dolma pass - Zuthul Puk - Darchen - Hilsa -Simikot - Nepalgunj -Kathmandu |
Indianholiday.com presents you with the rare opportunity to be a part of the Kailash Heli Yatra 2012. Don't miss this opportunity to visit this popular religious spot that holds importance to Hindus, Jains and Buddhists. Started in the year 2000, this much awaited tour is an enriching experience for the tourists. The tour is embedded with the best of facilities and takes you for a comprehensive 10 days tour of this significant tourist place. Let's get into the details of the tour:
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrival Kathmandu (1300m) Airport and transfer to Hotel by our Escort. Brifing about the trip.
Day 02: Nepalgunj tour
We will visit temple of Pashupatinath biggest Hindu Temple . After praying homage to the lord Pashupati will visit of Kathmandu city including Budhanilkantha, Where lies the temple of Vishnu Narayan famous for its large idol of Narayan laying on the bed of snakes in water, Fly to Nepalgunj (450m) Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03: Simikot
Early morning Fly to Simikot (2950m), Overnight .
Day 04: Hilsa
Chartered Helicopter to Hilsa, Drive to Purang (3750m). Overnight at Guest House.
Day 05: Purang
Rest Day in Purang for acclimatization.
Day 06: Manasarovar
Drive to Manasarovar (4510m), Overnight at Guest House.
Day 07: Manasarovar - Sershong
Puja and Parikrama of Manasarovar and Drive to Sershong, the starting point of Kailash Parikarma. Trek to Dirapuk (4860m). O/nt at Hotel Dirapuk ).
Day 08: Dolma pass - Zuthul puk
Trek to Dolma pass (5400m), Trek to Zuthul puk (4700m), Stay at the Camp/Guest House.
Day 09: Darchen - Hilsa
Trek to Darchen, Drive to Hilsa, Overnight at Guest House.
Day 10: Simikot - Nepalgunj
Fly to Simikot by Helicopter then fly to Nepalgunj/Kathmandu by fix wing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11: Nepalgunj - Kathmandu
Transfer to Airport for onward journey.
| Holy Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter- 11 Days (Fixed Departure Date 2012) |
| DAY | PROGRAM | MAY | JUNE | SEP |
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 16, 22 , 27 | 01, 06 , 11, 16 | 02, 07, 12 , 17 |
| 2 | Morning, Sightseeing tour - Afternoon: Fly to nepalgunj. | 17 , 23, 28 | 02, 07 , 12, 17 | 03, 08, 13 , 18 |
| 3 | Morning, Fly to Simikot (By Aircraft) - Acclimatization | 18 , 24, 29 | 03, 08 , 13, 18 | 04, 09, 14 , 19 |
| 4 | Fly to Hilsa by Helicopter - Then drive to Purang (Taklakot - 3400m.) | 19 , 25, 30 | 04, 09 , 14, 19 | 05, 10, 15 , 20 |
| 5 | Purang Acclimatization | 20 , 26, 31 | 05, 10, 15 , 20 | 06, 11, 16 , 21 |
| 6 | Drive, Purang to Lake Mansarovar (Chiu Gompa - 4550m.) | 21 , 27, 01 | 06, 11, 16 , 21 | 07, 12, 17 , 22 |
| 7 | Asthapad & Yama Dwara Darshan - Then start Parikrama to Deraphuk (4920m.) | 22 , 28, 02 | 07, 12, 17 , 22 | 08, 13, 18 , 23 |
| 8 | Trek to Zutulphuk (4780m.) Via Dolma Pass (5600m.) | 23 , 29, 03 | 08, 13, 18 , 23 | 09, 14, 19 , 24 |
| 9 | Finish Trek near Darchen - Drive Back to Hilsa. | 24 , 30, 04 | 09, 14, 19 , 24 | 10, 15, 20 , 25 |
| 10 | Fly, Hilsa - Simikot (Heli) Then continue fly to Kathmandu by Aircraft. | 25 , 31, 05 | 10, 15, 20 , 25 | 11, 16, 21 , 26 |
| 11 | Final Departure form Ktm | 26 , 01, 06 | 11, 16, 21 , 26 | 12, 17, 22 , 27 |
Note: Highlighted dates are full moon trips to Kailash Mansarovar.
| TOUR COST | |
| Indian Nationals (Holding Indian passport) |
INRs135,000/- per person |
| Foreign Nationals (Holding Foreign Passport) |
INRs135,000/- per person + US$ 190 per person |
Service Includes
- Arrival/departure transfers from airport to hotel in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj.
- 3 Nights decent hotel accommodation with all veg. meal
- Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Simikot both way air fare
- Helicopter from Simikot/Hilsa both way
- Accommodation at hotel/guest house during Kailash Yatra full board Veg. meal
- 4 person on 4W Japanese land cruiser, bus, supporting truck for luggage, Nepali Team leader and supporting team
- English speaking Tebetan guide
- Chinese visa
- Permit fee of Nepali staff & Client
- Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour
- Free Duffel Bag
- Yak for Kailash Parikrama for luggage only
- Gamow bag, oxygen cylinder.
Excludes
- Extra cost in the event of delays due to any unforeseen reason for accommodation , meals and hiring of extra transportation
- Travel Insurance
- Evacuation Cost in the event of sickness Or emergency
- Expenses of personal nature
- Hot Spring fee.
- Service tax extra @ 2.58% of the total bill amount
Special Notes
- We strongly advise to allot 1-2 extra days to overcome any delays
- Due to the nature of travel, there is always the possibility of change in the schedule. The Tour Operator or its partners shall not be liable for any such delays
- Indian Holiday. has the right to change the Itinerary in the event of adverse weather condition or any unforeseen reason
- The Group will be required to follow the itinerary strictly. The entire Group will enter & exit together as per schedule.
