| Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days
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| Destinations :Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Simikot- Hilsa - Lake Mansarovar - Sershong - Zuthul Puk - Taklatot - Hilsa - Kathmandu - Deogarh - Jaipur - Kanota - Agra - Delhi |
| Year 2014 Departure Dates: |
| MONTH |
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES |
| MAY |
May 13 * & May 18 |
| JUNE |
June 11 * & June 16 |
| JULY |
July 11 * & July 16 |
| SEPTEMBER |
Sep 08 * & Sep 13 |
Indianholiday.com presents you with the rare opportunity to be a part of the Kailash Heli Yatra 2014. 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
The tour takes off after arriving in Kathmandu. On arriving Kathmandu, the group will be transferred to the Hotel Vaishali or Hotel Shanker.
Day 02: Kathmandu tour
Day 02 will be packed with enriching visits to Pashupatinath Temple and the Bodnath Stupa. Pahsupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu. The marvelous architecture of the temple with a square, two tiered pagoda is a treat to the eye. Visit to the Bodnath stupa is also worthy, it is the largest stupa in Nepal. It is considered to be the holiest Buddhist temple in Nepal. After an action packed morning, you will be flown to Nepalganj in the afternoon , transfer to the hotel (Hotel Country Kitchen).
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Day 03: Nepalgunj - Simikot
Day 03 of the Kailash Heli Yatra will also feature a flight journey. It will also include a helicopter journey that will ultimately land you in Simikot. Transfer to the hotel and stay there for acclimatization.
Day 04: Hilsa
Day 04 includes a bit a traveling as you will be traveling to Hilsa by a helicopter. On reaching Hilsa, you will cross the bridge to Sher to board a jeep that will transfer you to Taklakot (3700 m). On reaching, check into Hotel Country Peacock or Kailash Hotel.
Day 05: Lake Mansarovar
Day 05 of the tour will feature a visit to the famous Lake Mansarovar. Visit to this lake will remain vivid in your memories as you will get the opportunity to enjoy the serene beauty of the lake below the Mount Kailash. The breathtaking beauty of the place will make you wonder about the horizon of nature's beauty. Moreover, the visit will also provide you a chance to take a holy dip in the water of this lake. It is a prized experience as it is believed that a dip in its waters renounces the sin of hundred lifetimes. From there, transfer to the Hotel Spring or Ghui Gompa Guest House.
Day 06: Sershong
On day 06, you will be taken for a drive to Sershong, the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. From there, you have to trek to Dirpauk. This journey will provide an exciting trekking experience as you will move through few up and down terrains before you reach Dirpauk. Accommodation for night will be at the Hotel Dirpauk.
Day 07: Zuthul Puk
Get ready for a more intense trekking experience on the 7th day of the Kailash Heli Yatra. On this day, you will be traveling much higher, just beneath the Mount Kailash. During this course of journey you will also be touching the highest point at Drolma La (5200 m) before descending to Zuthul Puk (4760 m). Night stay at a hotel in Zuthul Puk.
Day 08: Taklatot
The Kailash Parikrama comes to an end on the 8th day of the tour. On this day, you will be driven to Taklatot (3750 m). On reaching, transfer to the Hotel County Peacock or Kailash Hotel.
Day 09: Hilsa
Day 09 features a drive to Sher. On crossing the bridge you will be reaching Hilsa. Then you will be airlifted by helicopter to Simikot. From Simikot, a flight will take you to Nepalgunj. On reaching, you will be transferred to Hotel Vaishali or Hotel Shanker.
Day 10: Kathmandu
Day 10 marks the end of the Kailash Heli Yatra. The day is kept free till the transportation arrives to transfer you to the airport.
| Package Price on group joining basis |
| Indian Nationals (Holding Indian passport): |
INRs132,000/- per person |
| Foreign Nationals (Holding Foreign Passport): |
US$ 3,400 per person |
| VISA Fee supplement for American Nationals |
@ US$ 84Per Person |
The package price covers:
- Arrival / departure transfers
- 2 Nts at Hotel Vaishali / Shanker on Twin sharing & full board basis ( 4 Star category hotel)
- 1 Halfday Sightseeing Tour to Pashupatinath & Bodhnath
- 1 Night at Hotel Country Kitchen Or similar on Twin sharing & full board basis in Nepalgunj
- Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu Flight
- Nepalgunj-Simikot-Nepalgunj Flight
- Charter Heli flight from Simikot-Hilsa-Simikot
- Airport Taxes, Special Simikot permit fee
- 4500 Model Japanese Landcruiser on Tibet side
- English Speaking Tibetan Guide
- Trek staff comprising of experienced Nepali Sirdar, Cook and a strong Sherpa Team, Freshly cooked vegetarian meals
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