Simikot Mount Kailash Tour

Trip Itinerary

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  Day 01
  Welcome to Kathmandu (1400m.)

  Arrive Kathmandu airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Short briefing for tour. Check in to the hotel. Free afternoon. Evening welcome Nepali dinner with culture program. Overnight at hotel.

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  Day 02
  Kathmandu

  After breakfast sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple the holiest Hindu Temple on the bank of Bagmati River. Then proceed to the tour of the biggest of the Buddhist Stupa architecture called Bodhanath. Boudhanath area is densely inhabited by Tibetan refugees and carries the name as Little Tibet. Then sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple). In the afternoon preparation for trip. Overnight at hotel.

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  Day 03
  Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

  Your first day is a relaxing day as you fly only 90 minutes to Nepalgunj, a bustling city in southwest Nepal. Overnight at hotel.

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  Day 04
  Fly to Simikot & Trek to Dharapokhari

  Another short flight will take you to Simikot. Simikot is the center of Humla, Nepal’s most remote and majestic district. Our experienced crew will meet you for the first time today and begin your trek. The day will be filled with barley fields, beautiful forested ridges, and even walnut and apricot trees. It is a great way to start your trek. You will spend the night in Dharapokhari, a small village.

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  Day 05
  Dharapokhari - Salli Khola

  Today you continue trekking towards Salli Khola. Your route leads you up steep slopes and along a cool river. You even get a chance to see a waterfall along the way. Another ridge will be followed as we enter a large potato and buckwheat valley. A solemn pine forest and short descent will take you to your campsite along the river. Fall asleep to the calming sounds of rushing water!

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  Day 06
  Salli Khola - Muchu (2920m)

  In the morning you will cross another rocky ridge before getting to sandy meadows and widespread valleys. Goat herders can be seen from time to time along the way. In the afternoon you will follow the meandering trail above the river and over a bridge. You will spend the night in the small village of Muchu.

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  Day 07
  Rest Day

  Today is a day to rest and explore this quiet ancient village of Muchu. Take it easy and immerse yourself in some of the Nepalese culture.

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  Day 08
  Muchu - Sipsip

  From Muchu, you follow the trail over a ridge to the Tumkot Khola and then walk along the rocky stream bed for a short distance before beginning a steep climb through a rock-filled gully. You will pass through Palbang and its bright yellow mustard fields to the small settlement of Yari and beyond here the route climbs up the valley towards a pass, the Nara Lagna. You camp below the pass in a meadow known as Sipsip.

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  Day 09
  Sipsip - Hilsa (3720m)

  A steep ascent in the morning will take you to the top of the Nara Lagna pass. Your first amazing views of the Tibetan Plateau come into view as we climb down the pass. The day will end with a rocky slide down to Humla Karnali.

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  Day 10
  Hilsa - Taklakot & Drive to Manasarovar

  Your transport vehicles will meet you after you cross the Tibetan border and take you to the holy Lake Mansarovar. Be prepared for an awe-inspiring experience!

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  Day 11
  Manasarovar

  Today will be a day to rest and experience the magic of this holy site. You will meet with local pilgrims and visit the beautiful Chiu Monastery. Mt. Kailash looms in the distance.

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  Day 12
  Manasarovar- Tarboche

  After only a 35 km drive you will reach Tarboche. Tarboche marks the start of our religious 53 km trek around the mountain. Finally you have arrived!

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  Day 13
  Tarboche - Dira Puk

  Lush green meadows and babbling mountain streams complement your walk through the Lha Chu Valley. You then trek through a narrow river canyon. Enticing waterfalls and steep cliffs surround us. The north face of Kailash finally comes into view as we reach Dira-puk, a 13th century monastery.

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  Day 14
  Dira Puk - Zutul Puk

  After trekking through the Drolma Chu Valley you will climb the prayer flag laden Drolma La pass. It is a relief to cruise downhill towards Zutul-puk, with a view of an alluring mountain lake in the distance. Thukpe Dzingbu Lake is known as the Lake of Compassion. You can also explore several ancient meditation caves!

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  Day 15
  Zutul-Puk - Darchen

  This is your final day of the kora and a delightful day. Several streams and splendid gorges surround you. Ravishing views of Mt. Kailash are abundant on your walk today. The night will be spent in Darchen, a desert-like area.

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  Day 16
  Darchen - Paryang

  You must leave early today for your drive back to Paryang. However, it is not a wasted day as some of the best scenery on your trip is seen in this section. Relax and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of this drive.

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  Day 17
  Paryang - Saga

  Today is another driving day as you head towards Saga. Take in the sights of the small dusty towns along the way!

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  Day 18
  Saga - Peiku Tso

  In the morning you will take a ferry across the Yarlung Tsangpo [Brahmaputra River]. As you continue your journey stunning Himalayan views surround you once again. Some of the attractions include Shishapangma and your end destination of Peiku-tso, a large majestic lake.

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  Day 19
  Peiku Tso - Zhangmu(2300m)

  Another 180 kilometers is tackled as you head down the Friendship Highway. Along the way you pass through the small town of Nyalam. After Nyalam you descend down through a mossy gorge and brilliant cascading waterfalls. You will spend the night in Zhangmu, a border town.

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  Day 20
  Drive to Kathmandu

  In the morning you cross the Bhote Kosi River using the Friendship Bridge. At this point you must bid a fond farewell to your Tibetan guide and go through all the border formalities. Your last night will be spent in the bustling city of Kathmandu. Sadly your trip has come to an end.

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  Day 21
  Final Departure

  Transfer to airport for your final departure.