By Overland (13 Days)

ITINERARY

TOUR COST

TOUR COST : Rs. 1,50,000/- (Ex Kathmandu)

COST INCLUDES:

✓Airport-Hotel-Airport transfer by private vehicles,

✓Three nights hotel accommodation at Kathmandu in star hotels.

✓Accommodations using guesthouse / camping with all meals as per Itinerary

✓All land transfer from Kathmandu-Kerong-Kathmandu

✓Fully Trained Nepali staffs

✓Fully trained Sherpa team

✓English speaking tour guide in Tibet

✓Yak & Yak men to carry equipment & food materials during Parikrama

✓Three time a day meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) while on the yatra

✓Mineral & boiled water,

✓Oxygen cylinder and oxygen pillow as per the requirements

✓ Tibet Visa & Permit Fee, necessary Border charges

✓ Free use of Down Jacket

✓Backpack, Monkey cap & duffel bag for free,

✓Wages, meals, accommodation, transportations, equipment, insurance and other facilities for Nepali staffs during the trip

COST EXCLUDES

✓ Insurance that covers Trekking/Travel/Accident/Medical/Emergency evacuations

✓ International Airfares,

✓ Horse(s) & Porter(s) for personal use,

✓Tips for the trekking, tour staffs & driver

✓Personal expenses : Shopping, laundry, trekking-tour equipment, SIM Card etc

✓Nepal Visa fee (Not applicable to Indian Passport holders)

✓Cost raised by unpredictable cancellation, natural calamities, political situation, illness etc

✓Others expenses which are not mentioned above in PRICE INCLUDES section.

REFUND POLICY:

Tour Cancellation should be made in writing.There is no refund for services not used. In case of any cancellation the booking amount will be completely forfeited. In addition, the following cancellation rules will be applicable on the balance amount payable.
For Kailash Manasa Sarovar Yatra

✓For Kailash Manasa Sarovar Yatra

✓21 days before tour departure : 30% of the tour cost will be levied.

✓15 days before tour departure : 50% of the tour cost will be levied.

✓ 07 days before tour departure : 75% of the tour cost will be levied.

✓ The above cancellation rules are applied as per the rules and regulation of China Tibet Tourism Bureau and (IPSC) Indian pilgrims service Center,China. For MukthinathYatra

✓45 days before tour departure : Full refund except for administrative expenses (apprx. Rs. 1000/- per head).

✓1 day prior to tour departure : Maximum of Rs. 4,000/- will be withheld.

RISK & LIABILITY:

Shri Hansaa Travels and its associated agencies at Nepal will put its effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the programs in Tibet are conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of Tibet Tourism Bureau. Shri Hansaa Travels act as intermediary between the concerned Hotels, Transport Operators and our associated Nepali Agents and are therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourist, including those occurring outside the touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political action and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Program, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of printing and are subject to change without advance notice in the event of circumstances beyond our control.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Shri Hansaa Travels and its associated agencies at Nepal will put its effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the programs in Tibet are conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of Tibet Tourism Bureau. Shri Hansaa Travels act as intermediary between the concerned Hotels, Transport Operators and our associated Nepali Agents and are therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourist, including those occurring outside the touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political action and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Program, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of printing and are subject to change without advance notice in the event of circumstances beyond our control.

DECLARATION / UNDERTAKING:

✓I have understood the information regarding conditions, weather, terrain, etc., potential problems to be faced during Kailash Manasa Sarovar Yatra.

✓I have understood that the tour cost only includes services as outlined in the Itinerary and I also understand that the itinerary could change under unforeseen circumstances for which additional expenses incurred will be borne by me.

✓I have also understood the part of RISK & LIABILITY, and I will pay on the spot if it occurs.

✓I also understood that I will bear emergency evacuation in case of natural calamities, personal illness etc., & expenses of personal nature like telephone, laundry, tips, portage etc., and also insurance.

✓I declare that I am undertaking this Kailash Manasa Sarovar Yatra on my own wish and risk and not by anybody's force.

✓Stay at Kathmadu, Nepalgunj, Simikot etc. will be as per schedule, any increase, will be borne by me and have also noted that the tour may have to be cancelled due to certain conditions laid down by the Chinese authorities.

✓I have also noted that the payment made towards Pony / Porters for Kailash Parikrama are non-refundable.

✓I have also noted that no refund will be made once the tour is launched and even if the tour is aborted due to natural calamity or the restrictions placed by the Chinese authority.

DURING TOUR

BRIEFING & ORIENTATION

There will be a briefing on the programme at Bangalore and also on the day of your arrival in Kathmandu. It is very important that all participants attend this briefing.

GUIDE / ESCORT

Local English speaking guide will escort the group throughout the tour in Tibet. Our highly experienced Sherpa staff will be responsible for all camping & cooking arrangements.

TRANSPORTATION

Kathmandu to Kodari, private minibus will be provided for the group. Border crossing from Kodari to Zhangmu (TIBET) will be by walk for approximately 10-15 minutes. Throughout the journey in Tibet you will be traveling in 4WD Japanese vehicles. A truck will be provided for luggage and all camping equipments and food supplies.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

We will be providing vegetarian breakfast and dinner cooked by our Sherpas, who will be taken from Kathmandu. You will be required to bring sufficient Supplementary food like chocolates, biscuits, nuts, pickles and your favorite tinned products to add variety to the meals. Lunch will be packed with light snacks.

COMMUNICATION

The last place to make any international calls is in Darchen, Tibet. However, please be informed that it may be difficult at times to get the connection, if any urgent messages has to be sent to any of the participants, then please contact us at the hotel address in Kathmandu.

DURING TOUR, WE PROVIDE YOU

✓ 2/ 4 men tent, foam mattresses, Sleeping bag

✓ Toilet tents, Dining tents, Tables and Stools

✓ Cooks, helpers , Kitchen tents, equipments, food

✓Guide, 4 WD 4500cc Land Cruisers, Equipment truck

✓Oxygen cylinders in each vehicle

✓Kit bag for your clothes and equipments

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

PASSPORT AND VISA
You must be in possession of a valid passport for at least 9 months. We will obtain your visa for Tibet, and will require the following information when making your reservation. Full name as it appears in your passport, passport number, date of expiry, place of issue, nationality, date of birth and occupation, four passport size photographs are also required. Additionally, you must allow a minimum of 10 full working days in Kathmandu for visa. Getting a visa for Tibet on an Indian passport is guaranteed once the tour is booked. Your passport should reach us not later than a month prior to your departure.
HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS
All participants must provide health certificate given by a reputed doctor confirming that the participant is fit to travel at an altitude of above 5000 meters. We do ask you to bring along your own small first aid kit (available at Pharmacies). Some of the item we ask you to bring in the kit are : Antiseptic cream or Wound Disinfectant, Iodine and tube-squeeze cream, Foot care and Blister Treatment, Band-Aids, adhesive roll & strips, moleskin. (Please bring ankle high boots to avoid muscle sprain). Gauze Pads : 3", at least 6 pads, Gauze Roll: 2-3"roll. Adhesive Tape 2" roll, Ace Bandages for the Ankle, Elastic bandages 3" roll, Water disinfectant tablets, Antibiotics: Triethoprim / Sulfamethoxazole-Bactrim Dsor septra DS-double strength (160mg / 800mg). Antidiarrhealslomotil & pepto-bismol tablets and make sure you bring Charcoal tablets!!! Please see your doctor for more advice! Concerning antibiotics & antidiarrheals, Diamox-20 tablets: Anti-Inflamatories: Avil, Brufen or Mortin. Asprin / Tylenol or general painkillers, Strong sun screen oil, skin antibiotic cream! Antifungal ointment, Lozenges/ Strepsils (plenty) .
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation in Nyalam and Darchen will be in lodges. The room at these place are very basic, without any modern amenities. During rest of the journey, high altitude tents will be provided. While camping, we shall be providing all tent mattresses, sleeping bags and camping equipments required for the trip, except for Personal clothing. There will be no laundry services throughout the trip. Single room cannot be guaranteed.
FITNESS
Please start to get in shape NOW!!! A good 30 minute walk, jogging daily, stretching and regular exercise should put you in a right shape (Concentrate on your heart & legs-Aerobics). Porters will be carrying the bulk of your equipment, but it is recommended that you bring a good day pack and are fit enough to carry sacks, filled water bottle, small scissors & knife, waterproof matches, safety pins, thermometer, lighter, Dehydration salt (electoral) packets, Neosprine powder and cream, Heat balm for muscles/ joints, Vicks inhaler/Vapourub, Chapsticks, Dry Fruits / snacks, camera film, map, jumper, sun hat, first aid kit, lightweight rain gear, extra cloth etc.

FLIGHT RESERVATIONS

The apex scheme launched by many airlines allow passengers to travel in economy class at discounted rates. To avail such discounts, passengers have to book the tickets very early. Our tour fare is based on these Apex Fares and can vary depending on your date of booking.

TOUR DETAILS

TEMPERATURE & WEATHER

Weather condition from May to September in Tibet can be expected to be dry and sunny with precipitants in July and August. Day time temperatures can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade in Tibet. The average daily temperature will be 10 degrees, however, the intense sun at high altitude can make it feel even hotter. At this time of year there is an incredible drop in temperature from early afternoon to evening time. Temperature at night-time will drop as low as 0 to -10 degrees centigrade at altitudes of 5000 meters, our highest camp during the PARIKRAMA.

ALTITUDE SICKNESS

This is an environment related condition that can affect anyone who ascends too rapidly to high elevations without acclimatizing properly. Suggested to read book on trekking which has a chapter on this & also consult your doctor.

CURRENCY

All major foreign currencies are accepted in Zhangmu bank in return for Yuan, the basic unit of Chinese currency. At present, USD 1 = 8 Yuan. Credit cards are not accepted. 1 Yuan = INR Rs. 6/- approximately. Antiques must be properly Certified, otherwise they may be confiscated.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Still cameras, home video cameras are allowed into Nepal & Tibet, but it would be better if you declare the same at the customs office in India before departure to Nepal.

CLOTHING

Clothing for both extremes of climate and temperature. While driving to KAILASH, it will be warm inside the vehicle and light clothing will be required .But as soon as you step out of the vehicle, warm clothing will be required to keep off the Tibetan Plateau. Evenings will be generally cold and warm clothing will be required.

INSURANCE

We recommend that you insure yourself against sickness, emergency rescue, accident, hospitalisation, etc.. We are not liable nor responsible for any damages or extra expenses which may arise from mishaps or loss of their belongings during the pilgrimage.

SOME IMPORTANT TIPS

High altitude sickness is a major factor on Tibet trip. Oxygen is less at higher altitudes and you could have certain illness generally not encountered over the plains. Headache, nausea, lassitude, lethargy, breathlessness, general uneasiness(malaise), high irritability, light loss of balance, disorientation, incoherence and insomnia are a few. It is common to all irrespective of the age, sex and physical fitness, Gradual acclimatization is the best answer. Rest. Relax - do not exert, be excited. Reduce talking. Walk slowly - adopt one third of your speed and pace. Keep your load light. Walk for 15 minutes and rest for 5 minutes. Ignore the sudden outbursts of fellow pilgrims and avoid arguments. Observe silence with smile. Never go too high too fast. Avoid smoking: alcohol: drugs and intoxicants Consume plenty of liquids; never proceed with an empty stomach. Chant a prayer or visualize everything around to suit your pleasant thoughts or put on the earphones and listen to your favorite music, bhajans, chanting etc. Be careful not to catch a cold. It is better to be over clothed than under protected. En-route avoid taking bath & drinking lake water. Do not combine walking and sight seeing together. Always listen to your guide or the one with experience. Never leave the group.Please do not carry valuables.

We recommend that you bring along the following clothing and accessories with you.

CLOTHING

Down Jacket-one • Warm Thick Pullover-one • Warm Thin Pullover-one • Warm Pants-two • Light loose Cotton pants-two • Warm Wind-proof jacket-one • Cotton full sleeve T-Shirts-four • Thermal under pants / long-two • Thermal vest / Warm full T-Shirts-two • Rain coat with hood poncho (should be roomy)-one • "Brokenin" pair of ankle high walking boots & one extra shoe laces. • Light tennis shoe & light rubber sandal • Warm woollen socks-six • Large cotton or silk scarf-one • Warm gloves • Soft paper tissues and hand kerchiefs-plenty • Monkey cap and Sun hat-one each • Towels (one big, one small).

ACCESSORIES

Personal first aid kit • Toilet kit, nail clipper, scissors • Flashlight with extra batteries (3 sets) • Sun Glasses • Water bottles-unbreakable (Min 2 ltrs. capacity) - can be purchased in kathmandu • Note book, pens, pencils • Camera and film and extra batteries for electronic camera • Binoculars recommended • Pocket Knife, Sewing kit, Button Cigarette Lighter, towel, plastic bags (a few of each size strong), dust masks, sun cream and chapstick, Moisturizers, money pouch belts etc. • Water purification Tablets • Walking Stick

KINDLY NOTE:

All arrangements within Tibet are solely at the discretion of the China Tibet Tourism Bureau (CTTB), A gove

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