Simikot Kailash Lhasa Tour is a challenging journey that takes you through the pristine, untouched and rarely travelled area of Nepal to the sacred pilgrimage site in Tibet – Mt. Kailash. Your trekking journey starts from Simikot – one of the most remote area of Nepal. And a special permit is required to enter through this area.
Simikot Kailash Lhasa Tour takes you to the holy Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar Lake and let you relish the beauty of wild mountain and alluring lake in its most beautiful attire. Many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims visit this place every year for Kora. It is believed that all your sins with pass away if you perform Kora and dive into the holy lake of Mansarovar. Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar has its own religious importance amongst Hindu and Buddhist people. According to Hindu mythology, Mt. Kailash is home of Lord Shiva where he meditates along with his wife Parvathi. Similarly, the place has its own myths associated with Buddhist and Jain religion.
The journey takes you to some of the wild landscapes in the Tibetan plateaus and showers you with the best mountain views. The tranquil lakes with fishes preserved in its own natural habitat is a pleasing experience. Driving through the exotic cities to visit the artistic monasteries can be the best memory for your lifetime! So, set out for a journey to the Mt. Kailash via the remote location of Simikot. You will be blessed with everything that the wild nature can offer.
Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu
Day 02 : Tours preparation and Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour
Day 03 : Fly to Nepalgunj
Day 04 : Fly to Simikot (2985m/9790ft) and trek to Dharapori (2360m/7740ft) Duration: 4 - 6 hours
Day 05 : Dharapori to Kermi (2860m/9383ft) Duration: 5 - 6 hours
Day 06 : Kermi to Yalbang (2879m/9445ft) Duration: 5 - 6 hours
Day 07 : Yalbang to Tumkot (3073m/10082ft) Duration: 5 - 6 hours
Day 08 : Tumkot to Yari (3663m/12017ft) Duration: 6 - 7 hours
Day 09 : Yari to Hilsa (3647m/11965ft) via Nara La pass, duration: 5 - 6 hours
Day 10 : Hilsa to Manasarovar (3772m/12375ft) Duration : 3-4 hours
Day 11 : Mansarovar – Tarchen (40 km) Duration: 2-3 hrs
Day 12 : Tarchen – Tarboche (13 km drive) – Dirapuk (4860m.) (7 km trek / 5 – 6 hrs)
Day 13 : Dirapuk – Zuthulpuk (4760m) (18 km trek / 9-10 km) (passing through Dolma-la pass 5600m)
Day 14 : Zuthulpuk – Tarchen (Darchen) (10 km / 4-5 hrs) – Mansarovar- Dongba (end of Kailash Parikrama) 277 km
Day 15 : Drive Dongba to Nyalam
Day 16 : Drive to Kathmandu
Day 17 : Leisure day
Day 18 : Farewell