Holy Mount Kailash Manasarovar Tour, Tibet Overland Tour, Expedition, Fixed Departure Date

Mt. Kailash Yatra - 16 Days

2008-11-06T02:13:00.000-08:00

MOUNT KAILASH & MANASAROVAR OVERLAND YATRA - 16 DAYS

Mount Kailash (6714m), The farmed holy peak in west of Tibet. Mt. Kailash has long been an object of worship for four Major religious, for Hindu, it is domain of Shiva, It is also the abode of samvara-a multiarmed, wrathful deity worshipped in the chakrasamvara Tantric cycle of Tibetrian Buddhism. The joins of India also reverse the mountain as the site at which the first of their saints emancipated. And in the ancient Bon religion of Tibet, Kailash was the secred nine storeys Swastika Mountain, upon which the Banpo founder Shenrab alighted from haven. The 53 Km. Kailash circuit is the holist of all-Hindu as well as Buddist pilgrimages and the beacon, which draws most traveller to western Tibet. It is said that a single Parikarma erases the accumulated sins of a lifetime, while 108 cicurmbulation will achieve Salvation.

Lake Mansarovar- Sprawling below Mount Kailash is the sacred lake Manasarovar (4580m), where ritual bath will deliver a pilgrim to brahm's paradise and drink of its water relinquishes the sins of a hundred lifetimes.

ITINERARY : MOUNT KAILASH MANASAROVAR OVERLAND YATRA -16
DAYSDay 01: Arrive Kathmandu Pick up from the airport/transfer to your hotel. Time permitting, you may want to start exploring the capital city (local guides are available). In the evening, meet the group for dinner and a trip briefing

Day 02 : Kathmandu After breakfast, we set out for a guided tour of Kathmandu's holy sites, including Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, before heading back to the hotel for lunch. The afternoon is spent making final preparations for the trip. Staff members can assist you in buying or renting any missing gear and you may check any unnecessary luggage. Group dinner in the evening.

Day 03 : Kathmandu to Zhangmu or Nyalam 145 or 175 km : 8 to 10 hours of driving We embark on our journey at 5:00am, stopping in Dhulikhel (1 hour 30 mins drive) for breakfast or we do start after breakfast from Kathmandu itself. After leaving Dhulikhel, the road follows the valleys of the Sunkosi and Bhotakosi rivers, passing through lush countryside and dramatic cliffs. We reach the Tibet border in the afternoon, then continue on to either Zhangmu (2300m) or Nyalam (3750m), depending on road conditions. Overnight in a local hotel.

Day 04 : Rest day in Nyalam This day gives us a chance to relax and acclimatize to the high altitude in Nyalam (3750m). It is important to stay hydrated and extremely aware of your body's physical condition, which the staff will monitor at all times.

Day 05 : Nyalam to Saga 232 km : 7 to 8 hours of driving Past Nyalam (4450m) the road climbs up to La Lung (5124m) then drops down before heading western part of Tibet. The driving is difficult, but the stunning views of the Himalayas, particular Shisha Pangma (8012m), more than make up for the rough travel. By late afternoon we cross the Bhramaputra River and a quick drive brings us to the town of Saga.

Day 06 : Drive from Saga to Paryang (4600m) 285 km : 7 to 8 hours of driving Our jeeps and trucks roll through the dramatic valleys following the various rivers through the grazing lands of yaks and sheep. The landscape is highlighted by snowcapped peaks rising out of the distant sand dunes. Many Tibetan nomads and traders in traditional dress inhabit this area.

Day 07 : Drive from Paryang to Lake Manasarovar (4558m) 277km : 8 hours of driving This is one of the longest driving days of the trip. By late afternoon the drive through the green pastures and massive valleys gives way to the first sighting of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. We will make our way to the small village of Hor Chu on the eastern banks of the holy lake or drive all the way to western banks, Chiu monastery for an overnight stay Lake Manasarovar is considered the holiest of all of Tibet's many lakes. According to Hindu and Buddhist cosmology, the four great rivers of the Indian sub-continent (the Brahmaputra, Sutlej, Ganges, and Indus) all flow from its shores. This day offers a wonderful opportunity to visit the great lake and take in the spectacular views of Mount. Gurula Mandhata (7728m) to the south and Kailash to the north. From there we will visit the Trugo monastery before heading to the Chiu monastery for an overnight stay.

Day 08: Manasarovar to Tarchen (4575m) 140 km : 5 hours of driving In the morning, the Samrat staff will set up private bathing tent on the shores of Lake Manasarovar for the traditional sacred bath most pilgrims perform before circumambulating the holy mountain. Once so cleansed, we will head north towards Tarchen, a village considered the base camp for Kailash. Depending on the itinerary options, we can also drive to Trithapuri hot springs and back to Tarchen (140km). We will stay the night at Tarchen.

Day 09 : Trek to Dirapuk (4909m) Total hiking for the day: 15 km : 7 to 8 hours Our first day of trekking around Kailash begins at Tarpuche. As we make our way along the route we pass numerous chortens (stupas) as well as the sky burial site of the 84 Mahasiddas. We will also take in wonderful views of cascading creeks, streaming waterfalls and the mighty west face of Kailash. We will pass the Chukku monastery and arrive at the Dirapuk monastery about five hours later, where a where we will set up camp for the night.

Day 10 : Trek to Zutulpuk Monastery Total hiking for the day: 18 km/6 to 7 hours The hardest day of the pilgrimage is also the holiest. We will cross a rocky expanse dotted with stone cairns draped with the clothes left as offerings by pilgrims who have come before us. After visiting Gaurikunda, one of the holiest sites on the trek, further hiking brings us to the ascent up to Dolma-La pass (5630m). After a nice break at the top of the pass we will head down the steep trail to our eventual campsite at Zutulpuk monastery (4790m), site of the cave of miracles where Milarepa meditated.

Day 11 : Trek to end of valley : Drive to Tarchen On the last day of your Kailash parikrama, a three-hour walk brings us to where the river emerges onto the Borkha plain. Our jeeps will be waiting to transport us to our camp at Lake Mansarovar.

Day 12 : Drive to Dongba 345 km/10 hours of driving

Day 13: Drive to Nyalam.

Day 14 : Drive to Kathmandu 163 km/6 to 7 hours Arriving back at the hotel in Kathmandu, we will celebrate our successful trip with a banquet for all yatris (pilgrims). Overnight in hotel.

Day 15 : Day for yourselfOption for early departure or you use your extra day for Himalayan mountain flight, Mankamana road trip, or Muktinath tour by Helicopter.

Day 16 : Transfer to airport/departure

Mount Kailash & Lake Manasarover Yatra - 16 Days Fixed Departure Date 2009 !
April - 28 (Full moon)
May - 03 (Full Moon), 10, 17, 24, 28, 31 (Full Moon)
June - 04, 09, 16, 25, 30 ( Full moon)
July - 05, 12, 19, 26, 30 (Full moon)
August - 02 ,09, 17 (Inner Kora), 23, 27 (Full moon)
September - 06, 10, 17 (Clean Up), 20

Group size:
Tour cost per pax.
Group joining basis:
USD $ 1950.00 per person
INR 69,000.00 per person

Single Supplement:
USD $ 200.00 per person for NRI
INR 7500.00 per person for Indian

ESTIMATE FOR ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES/ITEMS

Yak/horse for personal ride on kora days is around 200$.
Extra ride for day trip to Astapad US $45.
any trip to Kailash Core (Ganga Top/ Rishi Cave) US $150.00.
Kodari -Border additional expenses US $15.00.
Visa Fee for Tibet - 55 US $ including rush hour fees.
Extra day in Kathmandu INR 1800.00 for Indian and 30$ for others with 2 meals and accommodations.
INR 2200.00 for Manakamana day trip including entry fee, transfer and 2 meals/accommodation for a night
Muktinath and Manakamana day trip INR 16500.00 based on 22+ group size including one night in Pokhara/ 2 meals.
INR 600.00 for sleeping bag/jacket hiring charge

SERVICES INCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Hotel with full board in Kathmandu 3 - 4 Star Hotel.

Airports pick up and drop services.

Guided sightseeing /Darshan tour of Kathmandu

All transportation in Nepal (bus) and Tibet (4x4 Landcruisers)

Experienced support team / English speaking guide-group leader

All accommodations and vegetarian meals in Tibet

All permits/visas for Tibet

Transportation for luggage and staff in Tibet

Yaks for hauling group and personal gear during trek

All sleeping gear (tents, sleeping bags, camping mattress)

Walking stick / sun hat

All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet .

Gamow bag, oxygen.

SERVICES EXCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Airfares from Home - Kathmandu - Home.

All beverages, Photography charges and Telephone calls.

Insurance of clients.

Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse harder)

Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation INR 350 per person.

Kodari land tax INR 200 per pax (direct payable at Kodari)

Services other than specified.

WHAT WE PROVIDE TO OUR CLIENTS:

Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen.

We don't charge extra for the parikrama. If you wish to take help of a yak or horse, the cost will be approx US$ 60 for Yak and USD 100 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.

Model of payments

20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer with passport of client.

Tour Cancellation policy

All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written. Verbal cancellations will not

be entertained.

20 days before trip departure 10% of total trip cost.

15 days before trip departure 50% of total trip cost.

10 days before trip departure 90% of total trip cost.

07 days and less departure 100% of total trip cost.

Everest Base Camp Trekking - 10 Days

2008-11-06T02:09:00.000-08:00

Tibet with Everest Base Camp Trekking - 9 Nights - 10 Days

Itinerary:
Day 01 FLIGHT KATHMANDU - LHASA transfer to the airport for the flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa on China Southwest Airlines. This one hour trans Himalayan Flight will give you an opportunity to have an aerial view of the Mt. Everest and other Himalayan Peaks (weather permitting). Arrival at Gonggar airport around 13.30 hrs. local time. After clearing immigration and customs it will be a two hour drive to cover the 93 km. to Lhasa which is situated at a altitude of 3650 meters (13,000ft). Upon arrival we check in at the Snowland hotel, right in the heart of the old city.

Day 02/03/04 SIGHTSEEING, during these three days in Lhasa we visit the Potala palace, Drepung and Sera monasteries, the Norbulinka and of course the famous Jokhang temple including the surrounding Barkhor.

Day 05 LHASA - GYANTSE, you begin your overland adventure with a full day drive to Gyantse. Along the way you cross the Kamba la (4794m) and the Karo la pass (5010m), both grant spectacular views. After the Kamba la you come to Yamdrok tso, also known as the Turquoise lake. You'll want to have your camera ready. Altitude 3900 m.

Day 06 GYANTSE - SHIGATSE, this will be a busy day. In the morning visit Gyantse stupa and monastery followed by a two hour drive to Shigatse. Here see the giant Buddha in the famous Tashilumpo monastery. The seat of the Panchen Lama. Altitude 3800 m.

Day 07 SHIGATSE - LHATSE, the journey today brings you over two high passes with fine views. For lunch we stop in the small town of Lhatse . Depending on how much time we spend during the morning in Shigatse we might stay overnight in Lhatse. Altitude 4350 m. / 4000m.*

Day 08 LHATSE - ROMBUK, begins with the Tsho La (4500m) and ends with the spectacular view of Mt. Everest from Rombuk monastery. Relax tonight and stroll around the monastery. Altitude 5050m., hotel *

Day 09 ROMBUK - LAO TINGRI, get up early and start the 2-3 hour leisurely walk (one way) to the base-camp (5200m) itself. You should return early afternoon to head to Lao Tingri. Lao Tingri is a small Tibetan town that offers the best view even from a toilet that you're unable to experience from anywhere in the world. Altitude 4200 m., hotel *

Day 10 LAO TINGRI - ZHANG MU - KATHMANDU, make sure you have some photos left for the panoramic view of the Himalayan range as you cross the Lalung la pass (5050m). In the evening relax in Kathmandu .

TOUR COST: US $ 795 per person
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: US $ 150 per person
FLIGHT COST: US $ 327 per person

Tours include:

all land transportation

twin sharing accommodation with attached bathroom

places marked with a * have common bathroom

sightseeing with local English speaking guide

entrance fees

transfers to and from airport

all necessary permits

flight ticket

Tours exclude:

airport tax at Kathmandu Airport RS. 1300.00

personal expenses / insurance

Nepal re-entry visa

China visa fee

all meals

Kailash Yatra by Helicopter - 11 Days

2008-11-06T00:28:00.000-08:00

Mount Kailash Yatra by Helicopter Via Nepalgunj/Simikot/Hilsa/ Taklakot - 11 Days

Mt. Kailash, the sacred mountain and the abode of the Hindu god Shiva is one of the world's greatest pilgrimage destinations especially for Hindus, Buddhist, Jains and others. The breathtaking beauty of this sacred mountain and the holy lake of Mansarover along with ruins of 9th Century of Guge Kingdom in Far Western Tibet are a reward of a life time to experience.

Reconized By and Popular among People as The Roof of the World, TIBET has fascinated humanity for centuries. This land beyond the mighty Himalayas, on the highest plateau of the world, was inaccessible to the outside world and has always been a challenge to all mortal beings as a unique destination: Tibet is a land of spectacular skylines, majestic mountain peaks, breath taking canyons, serene high-land lakes, rolling pastures and farmlands & pristine Forests. It also is a land of ancient Buddhist culture, artistic monasteries and centuries-old caravan trails. Its snow-covered mountains and windswept plateau are the highest in the world. The world's highest mountain - Mount Everest, rises in southern Tibet. Ka-erh in western Tibet, with an elevation of more than 15,000 feet (4,570 meters) above sea level, is believed to be the highest town in the world.

ITINERARY:
DAY 01: Arrival Kathmandu Airport and transfer to Hotel by our Escort.

DAY 02: We will visit temple of Pashupatinath biggest Hindu Temple. After praying homage to the lord Pashupati will visit of Kathmandu city including Budhanilkantha, the where lies the temple of Vishnu Narayan famous for it's large idol of Narayan laying on the bed of snakes in water, Boudhanath Buddhist Stupa in town.

Day 03 : Early morning Fly to Nepalgunj by Domestic Air and transfer to Hotel with our Escort stay Hotel Batika/Sneha.

Day 04: Early morning Fly to Simikot 3500m.and rest few hrs to complete Immigration process of Nepalese side and than Helicopter to Hilsa -Taklakot border stay at lodge. Day 05: Stay one more night for acclimatization at the same lodge.

DAY 06: Drive to MANASAROVAR - (4560m.) After taking holy bath and performing Puja, will take you to Parikrama of Mansarovar Lake and proceed to Base Camp of Mt.Kailash - stay at Guest House in Darchen.

DAY 07: TREK TO DIRA-PUK (4900m) - Drive about 8 km to Tarboche, this is the starting point of Kora and trek to Deraphuk stay at camp. The 55km trek around Mt.Kailash. Those who do not want wish to trek around Kailash can go back to Mansarovar / Darchen and wait for the Kora group to return.

DAY 08: TREK TO ZUTUL-PUK (4790m) - will again Proceed to Drolma Chu Valley, heading up towards a high pass, the Drolma La (5640m). It's a tough climb to the summit which is festooned with prayer flags but from there it is all downhill or flat to Zuthul-phuk. Stay at the camp of Zuthul phuk

DAY 09: TREK TO DARCHEN (4560m) - DRIVE TO MANASAROVAR - After completing Kora will go further 2 hrs treks where our Jeeps awaiting for us. Drive to Taklakot via Darchen - stay at Taklakot Guest House/Camp.

DAY 10: Early morning drive to Hilsa -Surkhet Nepalgunj/Surkhet & fly back to Kathmandu or Drive to Indian Border and drop to Luck now by Sumo for onward journeys.

Day 11: Transfer to Airport for onward journeys.

Group size:
Tour cost per pax.
Group joining basis:
US $3950.00 per person NRI
INR 135,000 per person

Single Supplement:
USD 350 per person

SERVICES INCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Hotel with full board in Kathmandu 3 - 4 Star Hotel.

Airports pick up and drop services.

One half day sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu.

Pick up and drop services to / from Nepal / China border by non AC Tourist Bus.

Transport by 4W Japanese Land Cruiser.

Supporting Truck for Luggage.

Nepali Team Leader and Supporting Team.

English speaking Tibetan guide.

Buffet Indian veg. meals (South Indian, Gujrati , Marwadi )

Chinese visa fee of Nepali and Client.

Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour (returnable after trip).

Free Duffel Bag .

Guesthouses and camping charges in Tibet .

All camping and cooking equipment.

Yak for Kailash parikrama luggage only.

All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet .

Gamow bag, oxygen.

SERVICES EXCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Airfares from Home - Kathmandu - Home.

All beverages, Photography charges and Telephone calls.

Insurance of clients.

Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse harder)

Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation INR 350 per person.

Kodari land tax INR 200 per pax (direct payable at Kodari)

Services other than specified.

What we provide to our clients:

Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen.

We don't charge extra for the parikrama. If you wish to take help of a yak or horse, the cost will be approx US$ 60 for Yak and USD 100 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.

Model of payments

20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer with passport of client.

Tour Cancellation policy

All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written. Verbal cancellations will not be entertained.

20 days before trip departure 10% of total trip cost.

15 days before trip departure 50% of total trip cost.

10 days before trip departure 90% of total trip cost.

07 days and less departure 100% of total trip cost.

Kaialsh Inner Parikrama (Kora) - 20 Days

2008-11-06T00:19:00.000-08:00

Holy Mt. Kailash Inner Parikrama (Kora) "The most sacred of Mountains" - 20 Days (Fixed Departure 17 August, 2009)

Mt. Kailash (6714m), Asia's most sacred mountain, is located in a high and isolated enclave of West Tibet . It is one of three pilgrimages sites in the area, known collectively as Kangri Tsosum. All are said to be at the heart of the ancient Shangshung kingdom, the supposed land of origin of the pre-Buddist Bonpos. Mt Kailash is their sould-mountain, which they also call Yungdrung Gu Tse, the Nine-story Swastika Mountain .

It is a 53-km pilgrim path around Mt. Kailash . It begins and ends at Darchen, a small settlement at the mountain south base and in the process visits four monasteries crosses the high Drolma La Pass (5636m). Three days is perhaps the minimum time required to walk leisurely around the mountain: spend two nights in or near Drira Phuk and Zutrul Phuk Monasteries. If conditions permit, try to stay four or five days, which would allow time for short trips to the inner regions of the area

ITINERARY - Holy Mt. Kailash Inner Parikrama (Kora) - 20 Days

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport or Bus Park and transfer to hotel. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Royal Singhi.

Day 02: Breakfast at hotel & morning Pashupathinath Darshan, lunch at hotel afternoon Clothing inspection and tour briefing. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Roya Singhi.

Day 03: Early breakfast at hotel, today we arrive at Tibet. Lunch at border ( Nepal side), After immigration and custom formalities we proceed to Zhangmu (Border Tibet Side), here we meet our Chinese guide, drivers and vehicles (Toyota Land Cruiser), After immigration and custom formalities we continue drive to Nyalam (Our first Overnight in China ). Dinner and overnight at Lodge Hotel Nyalam.

Day 04: Whole day we are here for the acclimatization, all meals will be provided, Overnight at lodge Hotel Nyalam.

Day 05: after breakfast we drive to Saga (220 Kms.), en-route you will be passing Through Lalungla pass (1600ft) a huge lake Paigu-Tso and Brahmaputra River . A Delicious packed lunch will be served on the way. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel Saga (New Hotel).

Day 06: After breakfast at around 9 a.m. We will be proceeding to Paryang(235 kms) Throughout journey the altitude will be 15,000ft. Lunch on the way. Dinner and Overnight at Lodge Parmath Guest house.

Day 07: Today is the day for the lifetime that you are going to have Darshan of the Holy " Mt. Kailash & Lake Manasarover ". Day's programm as usual, after Breakfast at around 9 am. We drive through Mayumla pass (17000ft). The Highest point of the driving, Lunch on the way. Dinner and overnight at camp, Horchu Guest house.

Day 08: Till 2 pm free for Pooja and Hawan, Drive to Darchen thru Mansarovar parikrama.Overnight at Darchen Lodge (New one).

Day 09: One day parikrama / Stay at Darchen (Outer Parikrama).

Day 10: Day rest at Darchen ( Person who could not finish one day parikrama, arrive at Darchen on time) Darchen Lodge (New one).

Day 11: Tirthapuri Excursion and drive to Seralung gompa Overnight at Tent.

Day 12: Nandi Parikrama and over night at Seralung gompa Overnight at Tent.

Day 13: Trek Hilltop of Seralung gompa , reach Diraphuk , Stay at Guest House.

Day 14: Diraphuk - Kuberkund, kuker vally by INNER KORA and reach Zhuthulphuk. Overnight at Guest House.

Day 15: Zhuthulphuk to Darchen and to Horchu, Overnight at guest house.

Day 16: Mansarovar - Dongba or may be even Saga Overnight at Guest House.

Day 17: To Kodari Borderland Lodge.

Day 18: To Kathmandu Hotel Royal Singhi.

Day 19: Day rest in Kathmandu.

Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu.

Cost of above package:
INRs. 1, 50,000/- Per Person

SERVICES INCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Hotel with full board in Kathmandu 4 Star Hotel.

Airports pick up and drop services.

One half day sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu.

Pick up and drop services to / from Nepal / China border by non AC Tourist Bus.

Transport by 4W Japanese Land Cruiser.

Supporting Truck for Luggage.

Nepali Team Leader and Supporting Team.

English speaking Tibetan guide.

Buffet Indian veg. meals (South Indian, Gujrati , Marwadi )

Chinese visa fee of Nepali and Client.

Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour (returnable after trip).

Free Duffel Bag .

Guesthouses and camping charges in Tibet .

All camping and cooking equipment.

Yak for Kailash parikrama luggage only.

All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet .

Gamow bag, oxygen.

SERVICES EXCLUDES IN ABOVE TOUR COST

Airfares from Home - Kathmandu - Home.

All beverages, Photography charges and Telephone calls.

Insurance of clients.

Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse harder)

Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation INR 350 per person.

Kodari land tax INR 200 per pax (direct payable at Kodari)

Services other than specified.

What we provide to our clients:
Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen.We don't charge extra for the parikrama. If you wish to take help of a yak or horse, the cost will be approx US$ 60 for Yak and USD 100 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.

Shishapangma Expedition (Tibet)

2008-11-06T00:18:00.000-08:00

SHISHAPANGMA EXPEDTION (8212 m.) - 40 Days

Overview:
Shishapangma is considered one of the easy 8000 meter peaks with high rate of success for climbing in Tibet . When the mountaineers think of Himalaya expedition with the objective of reaching the top of 8000 meter peak with comparatively little efforts, Shishapangma in Tibet would be a good choice for climbing. Normally three camps will be set up in the approach of the mountain above the advance base camp. We arrange both the logistic support to ABC and fully guided Shishapangma expedition.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1350m.) and transfer to Hotel
Day 02-03: Visa, Briefing & Preparing Expedition
Day 04: Drive to Kodari, Transfer to Zhangmu (2300M.) hotel
Day 05: Drive Nylam 3750m. Over night at hotel
Day 06: Nylam rest for acclimatiztion
Day 07: Drive to Chanise Base camp
Day 08: rest & prepare load for ABC
Day 09: Trek to ABC
Day 10-34: Climbing Peried Shishapangama
Day 35: Drive to Nylam
Day 36: Drive to Zhangmu
Day 37: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 38-39: Kathmandu
Day 40: Final Departures

Cho-Oyu Expedition (Tibet)

2008-11-06T00:14:00.000-08:00

Tibet Side Cho Oyu Expedition (8212 m.) - 45 Days

Overview:
Cho Oyu, which means gThe Turquoise Goddessh is known as the sixth highest mountain in the world, located a short distance to the west from the world's highest mountain, the Everest and the fourth highest, the Lhotse in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal along the Tibetan border. Its one of the towering peak that stands with Everest well above the surrounding mountains. Cho Oyu became a familiar landmark to climbers ascending Everest's north face.

Just west of Cho Oyu is the Nangpa La, a 19,000-foot glacier pass, the main trade route between the Khumbu Sherpas and Tibet. Cho Oyu's proximity to the Nangpa La has earned it the distinction among some climbers as being the easiest 8,000 meter peak. It was the third such peak climbed, and the first climbed in Autumn. It was first climbed on October 19th 1954 by the Austrian Herbert Tichy, with Sepp Jochler and Pasang Dava Lama.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1350m.) transfer hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu
Day 03: Kathmandu
Day 04: Drive to Kodari & transfer Zhangmu 2300m.
Day 05: Drive Nylam 2750m.
Day 06: Nylam rest for acclimatization
Day 07: Drive Tingri 4340m.
Day 08: Rest of day for acclimatized
Day 09: Drive to Chinese Base Camp 5000m.
Day 10: Chinese Base Camp
Day 11: Prepared load to Yak for Advance Base Camp.
Day 12: Base Camp - Middle camp with Yaks
Day 13: Middle Camp - Cho Oyu Advance Base Camp 5700m.
Day 14-39: Climbing Period for Cho Oyu 8201m.
Day 40: Advance Base camp - Chinese Base camp
Day 41: drive Base Camp - Zhangmu
Day 42: Drive Zhangmu - Kathmandu
Day 43: Kathmandu
Day 44: Kathmandu
Day 45: Final Departure

Mt. Everest Expedition (Tibet)

2008-11-06T00:10:00.001-08:00

Tibet Expedition - Everest North Side (8,848 Metres) - 55 Days

Everest is perhaps the most coveted mountain in the world. The north (Tibetan) side is the least expensive way to climb it, and the dates we have chosen feature the best weather of the year. Our proposed schedule allows for two possible summit attempts and two full descents to the Chinese basecamp at 5200 metres. Our style of climbing is cautious and careful, with excellent leadership, organization, Sherpa climbers, cooks and waiters, tasty food, the best equipment, two full kitchens and basecamp plus advanced basecamp, 6 camps on the mountain, 1000s of metres of fxed line, hundreds of rock ice and snow anchors, top-quality high altitude tents and high altitude stoves, expedition mix gas, and full safety equipment: medical oxygen, gamow bag, and extensive medical kit.

This expedition to Everest maximizes many years of accumulated wisdom of the high Himalaya, a strong record of reaching the top of 8,000ers: Everest, K2, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu, Shishapangma, and many other 8,000 metre summits, in addition to more than 25 Himalayan expeditions, in all safety, along with an intimate knowledge of the Tibetan and Chinese officials who regulate the permit system.

The monkey temple makes a nice training walk in Kathmandu (Franck Pitula. Try to go at dawn when the pollution is not so bad. A local woman leaving an offering at a temple (Ryan Waters).

Detailed Description
The trip begins in the ancient and colorful city of Kathmandu. On the Friendship Bridge, border Crossing between Nepal and Tibet. Upon entering Tibet, the clocks immediately go forward by 2 ? hours. Our secondary government liason officer will meet us in Zhangmu. After clearing Tibetan customs and immigration, a Chinese bus takes us up the windy road through the rolling hills to Nyalam town at 3,750 meters, and a basic "hotel". The smaller towns in Tibet are generally simple and rustic places, and this one is no exception. The topography here is quite interesting in that we are perched in the transitional zone where the Tibetan plateau rams into the Himalaya, then drops into the forested valleys and jungles of Nepal, and finally out into the Gangetic plain of the Terai and India. We stay over one extra night in Nyalam, to help adjust to the altitude, and during our "rest-day" in Nyalam, we take advantage of the interesting surroundings to walk to the top of local hills and savor the first glimpses of the Himalayan Giants.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu & transfer hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu Hotel
Day 03: Kathmandu Hotel
Day 04: Drive Zhangmu, Hotel
Day 05: Drive to Naylam, Hotel
Day 06: Drive to Tingri, Hotel
Day 07: Rest day for Acclimatized
Day 08: Drive Chinese Base Camp
Day 09 -12: Transfer Yak to Advance Base Camp
Day 13-49: Climbing Period of Everest 8848m.
Day 50: Drive to Tingri
Day 51: Drive to Zhanmu
Day 52: Drive Border exit and drive to Kathmandu.
Day 53: Kathmandu
Day 54: Kathmandu
Day 55: Final Departure

Lhasa Tour - 5 Days

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Fmed as the Roof of the World, TIBET has fascinated humanity for centuries. This land beyond the mighty Himalayas, on the highest plateau of the world, was inaccessible to the outside world and has always been a challenge to all mortal beings as a unique destination: Tibet is a land of spectacular skylines, majestic mountain peaks, breath taking canyons, serene high-land lakes, rolling pastures and farmlands & pristine Forests. It also is a land of ancient Buddhist culture, artistic monasteries and centuries-old caravan trails. Its snow-covered mountains and windswept plateau are the highest in the world. The world's highest mountain - Mount Everest, rises in southern Tibet. Ka-erh in western Tibet, with an elevation of more than 15,000 feet (4,570 meters) above sea level, is believed to be the highest town in the world. The valley bottoms in Tibet are higher than the mountains of most countries. Tibet has an area of about 471,700 square miles (1,221,600 square kilometers), an average elevation of 16,000 feet (4,880 meters) and a population of 2.3 million. This "land of awesome mysteries", forbidden not only by man but also by nature, is appealing to all explorers, scholars, pilgrims and adventurers searching for the "REAL SHANGRI-LA".

There will be 3 flights in week usually from May to September i.e. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and possible to have a 2 days to weeks trip based on two way flight. The program below is just a model one and possible as per your interest, time and budget.

Tibet Overland Tour - 8 Days

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Tibet Overland Tour - 7 Nights 8 Days (Drive in fly out)

Overview:

Tibet : For thousands of years, Tibet lay under the ancient Sea of Tethys . Eighty million years ago, India crashed into Asia, pushing up the Himalayas , lifting the ocean bottom above water, and creating this magical land. Mystical land, Shangri-La, Forbidden Country: Tibet has many names and inspires an air of mystical dreams. However, Tibet is real and a beautiful place to travel. It possesses a unique culture, firmly rooted in Tibetan religion, but with strong influence from the geography of the Himalayas, and the neighboring civilizations of India and China .

Geographically, Tibet can be divided into three major parts - north, south and east. The eastern part is forest region, occupying approximately one-fourth of the land. Virgin forests run the entire breadth and length of this part of Tibet . The northern part is open grassland, where nomads and yak and sheep dwell here. This part occupies approximately half of Tibet . The southern and central part is agricultural region, occupying about one-fourth of Tibet 's land area. All major Tibetan cities and towns such as Lhasa , Shigatse, Gyantse and Tsetang are located in this area and are considered the cultural center of Tibet .

Tibet Tour (8 days) provides an opportunity to explore Tibet , the roof the world. In different city of Tibet , you'll have chance to explore Buddhist Monasteries and Tibetan life. Lhasa is end destination of this trek. Tibet tour guide through dry land of Tibet , where you have can observe Tibetan Monks and their life. 8 Days Tibet Tour excellent for those who want explore Tibet in less time.

Itinerary - Tibet Overland Tour - 7 Nights 8 Days
DAY 01: KATHMANDU/ZHANGMU/NYALAM (2,300M.) 127 KM. Our bus departs at 6am, for the border at Tatopani. The reporting time for the journey is 5:45 a.m. at Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd. Office or in front of immigration office, Thamel. Our 4/5 hour journey goes up to Tibet Nepal border through agricultural fields and passes through traditional villages, following the Bhotekoshi River . From the border ( Friendship Bridge ), after completing immigrations formalities we will drive up hill to Zhangmu imagination the border city of china. And drive to Nyalamu overnight at Guest House.

DAY 02: ZHANGMU/NYALAM-LHATSE (4,350m.) 244KM. Rising through the dry, plateau highlands. Offers stunning views of the world's highest mountain range, including: Langtang-7245, Xixapangma-8,013m., Dorje Lakpa-6,980m., and Gauri Shankar-7,134 m. Cho Oyu-8,021m., Everest 8,848m., Lhotse (8,516m.), Makalu-8,464m. We will cross Nyalam Pass (3,800m.) and Lalung-La (5,050m.) pass along the way, stopping to enjoy the views. Overnight at Guest House.

DAY 03: LHATSE-SIGATSE (3,900m.) 244 KM Today is our longest driving day via Gyatsola Pass 5,220m. By crossing Lhatse from where the road to Mt. Kailash bifurcates. Overnight at Guest House.

DAY 04: XIGATSE-GYANTSE (3,950m.) 90 KM. The morning is yours to relax and explore Tibet 's second largest city, Xigatse, including the world famous Tashilumpo Monastery. In the afternoon, we will arrive in Gyantse, a small, historical town along the banks of the Nyang Chu River and home to monastery of Buddha's 1,000 Images. Overnight at Guest House.

DAY 05: GYANTES-LHASA (3,650m.) 280 KM. Many busy villages, yaks, mountains sheep, and lakes dot our route today, as we cross the famous Brahma-Putra River (Son of Brahma, the creator. Brahma is a Hindu God). Passing over Karo and Kamba passes, 5,010m. & 4,794m. Respectively, our final destination awaits-Lhasa. Overnight at Hotel

DAY 06 & 07: IN LHASA Sightseeing and excursions of Potala Palace, Norbulinka, The Jokhang and surrounding Bakhor market, Drepung & Sera Monasteries Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 08: LHASA-KATHMANDU Early morning, we will be heading to the Airport (Gongar-96Km.) Southwest of Lhasa. With boundless beauty speed below, this is perhaps the most beautiful flight in the world.

DEPARTURE: Every Saturday April - November
TOUR COST: (Net Per Person / Group joining Basis):-

Deluxe Tour
USD.9 00.00
Sgl Suppliment usd. 290.00

standard Tour
USD.795.00
Sgl Suppliment usd. 190.00

Budget tour
USD. 575.00
Sgl Suppliment usd. 110.00

COST INCLUDES:

Kathmandu - border & Nepal - Tibet border Change transfer & Tibet Jeep transport in a 4 wheel drive.
Accommodation in Bed & breakfast double bed room with shearing basis.
Sight seeing tours with English speaking guide.
Monument entrance fees.
Tibet visa, Travel Permit.
Our Service Charge.

COST EXCLUDES:

Nepal re-entry visa fee.
Lunch & Dinner in Tibet .
Bar Bills & Beverages.
Photographic charges of some monasteries.
Travel insurance, gratuities, Personal Expenses.
Visa fee: - US $. 45.00
Lhasa - Kathmandu Flight Fare US $. 273+54
Kathmandu - Lhasa Flight Fare US$ 273+43
Lhasa Air port Tax: US $. 12.00 Or, 90 Yuan.

Tibet Information

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Where is Tibet?
Tibet is a rich and beautiful land with an average altitude over 4,000m (13,120ft) above sea level. Possessing more than fifty peaks above 7,000m (22,960ft), Tibet is home to eleven Himalayan mountains over 8,000m (26,240ft). China, India, Nepal , Sikkim, Bhutan , Burma and Kashmir border the Tibet.

Tibet: People and Culture: Over two million people inhabit this land of rich natural resources and ancient cultures. Spiritual traditions, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers, and mighty snow clad peaks are just a few of the intoxicating wonders to be experienced by adventurous travelers destined to visit this place. Buddhism , with a history of some 1,300 years is shaped into a unique form of "Lamasm". Tibetan history, culture and religion are mixed together and infiltrate every aspect of social life. Tibetan religious arts have a distinctive style with adoption of Indian and Chinese Buddhist influence, thus forming a pearl of Oriental Buddhist art.

People living on the Tibetan plateau, such as Tibetans, Monpas, Lhopas and Moslems, have their own ways of living, marriage, burial and other ceremonies. Festivals in Tibet are in big variety. The Tibetan New Year, the largest festival, is followed by others such as the Wangkor Festival and horse races. For the dead, sky burials, water burials, cremations and stupa burials are practiced, but the sky burial is the most common.

Science and culture in Tibet include technology, medicine, grammar, logic, Buddhist philosophy, rhetoric, words and expressions, syntax, drama and astrology. Tibet is known as the Sea of Songs and Dances; folk songs and dances are diverse, especially during the "Shoton Festival" in August .

How to get there? This unique land is now easily accessible from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Schedule air services fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, and back every Tuesday and Saturdays with additional flights on Thursdays from July. This flight last a little over one hour and gives you a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Our sponsors have different package tour programs to this fascinating land. They will will give you a reason to get up early. Please check out their Programs to find out how. A trip not be missed in this lifetime! The best season for Tibet tour is from the end March to end November each year. From end November to end March it gets too cold and flights do not operate during this period. Flights operate from first week April to end November every year.

Tibet Visa Information

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Tibet Visa Information
Tourism Bureau is start to issue to Tibet entry permit but with much more restrictions. There are overall four documents required for foreign tourists who want to travel freely in Tibet.

Chinese Visa: you can apply for in Chinese Embassy in your country;
Tibet Entry Permit: It is issued by Tibet Tourism Bureau and is a must for foreigners entering Tibet;
Travel Permit : It is required when you are planning to travel to the closed areas in Tibet,which you can obtain it after you arrive in Tibet
Military Permit: you have to obtain if you are planning to travel to some military sensitive areas. As a local travel agency, Beyond The Limits Treks is able to assist you to process all of those above documents if you book a Tibet tour with us.

Passports & Visa All individuals entering Tibet must hold a passport valid for at least six months. If you are entering Tibet from China, your Chinese visa must be valid. Only travelers with tourist visas (not business, resident or student visas) are permitted. Entering Tibet from Nepal, either by friendship highway or by air requires a separate visa valid for Tibet from the Chinese embassy in Katmandu (30-60 day visas are the normal and it normally takes 2 weeks to obtain it.). You may apply for a group visa from us (minimum of two people in a group and you must leave China with this person unless you can change the visa inside China).

Tibet Entry Permit Customers whose travel arrangements are made by Beyond The Limits Treks will receive their Tibet Entry permit from our local office in the city where they depart for Tibet e.g. Chengdu if by air, Golmud if by Qinghai-Tibet Highway. You are required to present this document when boarding the flight to Tibet. Beyond The Limits Treks will make all necessary arrangements to obtain the correct documentation for you if you book a tour with us.

How to apply for a Tibet Entry Permit?
Tibet Entry Permit is not available by independent travelers at the moment(at least before the Olympics). Travelers have to travel in tour group and ask their travel agent to apply it for you. Please prepare the following documents before asking your travel agent to apply permit.

a copy of your Passport;
a copy of your China visa (tourist visa);
Full names, gender, Date of Birth, Passport number, nationality, occupation;

Travel Permit
Travel Permit, also called Aliens' Travel Permit (A.T.P), is required to visit closed areas. It is issued by Foreign Affairs Section of the Local Public Security Bureau (PSB). The Law on the Control of Entry and Exit of Foreigners (Order of the President of the People's Republic of China (No.31), 22.11.1985, Chapter 4), says: Article 20: Foreigners who hold valid visas or residence certificates may travel to places declared open to foreigners by the Chinese Government. Article 21: Foreigners who desire to travel to places closed to foreigners shall apply for travel permits from local public security organs [i.e., the police].

How to apply for it?
We will assist you in applying for it after you entering Tibet. Our guide will ask you for your passport and the Tibet Entry Permit and submit it to the Foreign Affairs Section of PSB.

Which parts of Tibet are listed as the closed areas?
At the present, you have to apply for a Travel Permit if you are planning to visit the following places: Tsetang: Samye Monastery, Tomb of Tibetan King, Changdruk Temple, Yumbulakhang Shigatse: Sakya Monastery, The Mt. Everest, Rongbuk Monastery Gyangtse: Pelkor Chode Monastery & Kubum Stupa Nqari Region Basumtso lake in Nyingchi Region Chamdo Region Lhasa and Nagqu regions are open to foreign travelers and no need for Travel Permit.

Entry Procedure:

By Road
Kodari Border near Zangmu from Kathmandu
Through Golmud road to Amdo
Purang from Simikot
By Air
Kathmandu to Lhasa
Hongkong-Chengdu-Lhasa