Kaleidoscope of Excitement
April 22 - May 08, 2024
Early arrival in the city. Getting acquainted with the guide. Chinese visa formalities. Check-in to hotel and rest. In the afternoon you will have free time for shopping, gear check and preparation for trekking. Kathmandu is good because here you can find everything you need for trekking, and it will cost you several times cheaper than in Russia or Europe.
While we are waiting for our visas and permissions, we have the opportunity to spend this time with joy! We will visit the Swayambhu Stupa or Monkey Temple, located on a 77 meter high hill overlooking the Kathmandu valley. There is a tradition of going up to the Stupa with a special wish. The hill overlooks the city and the Himalayas.
Next, we will drive to the Buddhist stupa of Boudhanath, one of the oldest (6th century) and largest in the world! A beauty and the pearl of the Valley, it is the center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. Here we will have breakfast overlooking the Stupa and walk around the monasteries.
In the afternoon we attend a sound-hilling session. You will immerse yourself in a world of soothing sounds emanating from Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and temple pipes, this therapy helps to relieve stress and improve mental clarity.
In the evening we will visit the famous Hindu temple complex of Pashupatinath, which is located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. The temple is dedicated to one of the incarnations of Shiva - in the form of Pashupati (Patron of Animals). There are multiple sacred lingams and yogi caves on the compound. We will see the ritual ablution in the waters of the river and cremation.
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
After breakfast we are going to take a tour around the city of craftsmen and artists, Patan. Patan is an amazingly beautiful city located in the neighborhood of Kathmandu. Approximately there are about three hundred temples in total in Patan. You will visit the Golden Temple, Banglamukhi Temple and Maha Laxmi Temple. Upon request, we will introduce you to a Tibetan singing bowl master to make a bowl massage. Visit to Patan Museum and Palace Square. The main attraction is the medieval royal palace where the kings of Malla Lalitpur lived.
From Patan we take a transfer to Parping (1 hour), a Buddhist township. It is one of the holiest places for Buddhists. There are many Buddhist monasteries, Padmasambhava caves, Shesh Narayan temple, Dakshin Kali Hindu temple, Namkhai Rinpoche monastery, Vajrayogini temple, Green Tara temple made of stone in the surrounding hills.
Return to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
All the documents are in our hands and we can start our journey towards the Tibetan border. The road from Kathmandu will follow along the mountainous Trisuli River. The second half of the journey is a typical Nepalese off-road, bumpy and dirty. Overnight at a guesthouse
Departure in the morning to Syabrubesi village (1,470 m) 140 km. Crossing the Chinese border around 10 am. After passing all the formalities at the border, we will be met by a Tibetan guide and mini bus. Transfer to the Chinese village of Kerung 2,800m. Overnight at hotel in Kerung
Acclimatization day. Walk in the neighborhood to get used to the altitude, climb to Guru Rinpoche's monastery. Overnight at the hotel in Kerung.
After breakfast you will have a beautiful drive to Saga through the mountain pass of 5,280 meters. To the west you will have a stunning view of the snowy peaks. Keep an eye on your condition and take necessary measures to prevent mountain sickness. Overnight at hotel in Saga
Day on the road. First view of the sacred Kailas. Overnight at hotel in Darchen
Lake Manasarovar is considered a symbol of compassion, peace and blessings. You will make a ritual Kora around the lake by jeep (detour). You will be able to enjoy the peaceful view of the lake and mountains. Then we will return to Darchen from where our Kailas kora begins. Overnight at hotel
Darchen - Dheerapuk (4,900m) 19 km
After an early breakfast, you will be taken to the start of the Kora at Serchung. You will have to trek 13 km to Dheerapuk (4,909m), about 6-7 hours. The trek will first pass through the Lhachu valley, then through a narrow canyon. On the way you will discover the West Face of Kailash, the door to Shambhala and the mystical Chanthamani stone. Reaching the ancient DheeraPuk Monastery, you will see the North Face of Kailash. Overnight stay at guesthouses
Spend the whole day at the North Face. Visit DheeraPuk Monastery
Trek to Zutrulpuk (4,760 meters) via Tara pass (Drolma-La, 5,613 meters). The most difficult and crucial day of Kora. After crossing the Green Tara Pass, you cross into a new life. 30 km, 10-12 hours trek including the crossing at the end. Overnight in Darchen
Possible Inner Kora, depending on the decision of the authorities. Permit is payable locally. Overnight in Darchen
We are starting our journey back to Nepal. Transfer to Saga. Overnight in a guesthouse in Saga
Return to the Nepal border. Early wake-up. Transfer about 5 hours to the border through multiple check posts. After necessary border formalities, we cross the border and meet Nepali representative. Overnight at hotel in Dhunche or Syabrubesi, Nepal (1,900 meters)
After breakfast, we take a ride back to Kathmandu by the road you already know. In the evening there is a festive group dinner to celebrate Kora and a new life! We will take you to a lovely dining restaurant where a traditional Nepali dinner is served and you can enjoy Nepali dances and even join in. Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Kathmandu
We are always sorry to let you go, but we remember: you are going to your new life in a wonderful world where a lot of wonderful people are waiting for you! See you soon
$5,050
50% of the trip cost must be paid in order to reserve your seat. The remaining 50% is payable 45 days prior to the start date
In case of full payment before 28th February — discount of 3% (150$)
From 29th February — price will increase!
— Experienced Russian-speaking guide in Nepal
— Tourist Permit to enter Tibet
— Personal transportation around the trip (minivan, jeep)
— English speaking Tibetan guide in Tibet
— Chinese visa fee
— Road tolls and all China permits, according to the itinerary
— Hotels 4* in cities (double occupancy)
— Accommodation in guesthouses on the rest of the route
— All entrances to monasteries and parks according to the program
— Airplane tickets to Nepal
— Nepali visa (upon arrival US$30 for 15 days)
— Meals on the whole itinerary
— Personal expenses
— Porter, yak or horse for the duration of trekking
— Insurance
— Any extra expenses due to natural calamities and political changes (helicopter, extra days spent on the route)
— Inner Kora: permits, etc.
— Celebration dinner
— Tips, personal and incidental expenses
