Can I perform a Kailash Yatra without agency?

Kailash Yatra has always become a dream for lots of travelers due to its hidden and mystic trails, stunning crystal clear Mansarovar Lake, and historic, cultural sacred Mount Kailash but due to the travel restriction from the government, the only way to perform your dream Yatra is through the agency.

What travel documents do I need to Travel to Tibet?

Before you travel, you will need to have a number of documents. It is no longer possible to travel alone in Tibet, and all international tourists must join an organized and pre-booked tour led by a recognized Tibetan tour operator. The first thing you'll need is a Chinese entry visa to enter China and travel to Tibet. However, it is better not to specify that you will be traveling to Tibet while applying for a visa at your local Chinese Embassy, as this will cause complications with the visa being issued. the first permit you'll require is scanned copies of your passport and visa after you've received your visa. The permit takes about 15-20 days to process, but it can take less time during the low season for Tibetan tourism.

What travel document do I need to Travel to Tibet?

Before you travel, you will need to have a number of documents. It is no longer possible to travel alone in Tibet, and all international tourists must join an organized and pre-booked tour led by a recognized Tibetan tour operator. The first thing you'll need is a Chinese entry visa to enter China and travel to Tibet. However, it is better not to specify that you will be traveling to Tibet while applying for a visa at your local Chinese Embassy, as this will cause complications with the visa being issued. the first permit you'll require is scanned copies of your passport and visa after you've received your visa. The permit takes about 15-20 days to process, but it can take less time during the low season for Tibetan tourism.

Can I travel Tibet without agency?

In Tibet, individual travel is strictly prohibited. It is difficult to obtain a visa for Tibet on your own due to China's rigorous tourism policies. As a result, traveling alone is not an option. Travel permits, a tour guide, and a private vehicle with a driver are required for all foreigners. If you are simply staying in Lhasa and will not be visiting other parts of Tibet, a private vehicle is not required. Yolo Hike, as authorized travel and adventure organization, will arrange everything for its customers, including visas, entry permits, and other necessary documentation unless you were involved in any criminal activities.

What is the Travel medium for Tibet Journey?

All-access points to Tibet are in either mainland China or Nepal. As a result, the only way to get to Tibet is through one of the many access points that originate in these two nations. If entering Tibet from mainland China, one must apply for a Chinese visa in advance in their home country. Direct flights are available from mainland China's major cities to cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Kunming, and others. From the towns of Xining, Beijing, Chengdu, Xi'an, and Shanghai, travelers can take a train to Tibet. Similarly, tourists entering Tibet from Nepal must apply for a Chinese group visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, despite having already obtained a Chinese visa. In roughly three official working days, the group visa will be ready. Visitors may reach the roof of the world, Lhasa, by a one-and-a-half-hour direct flight from Kathmandu. Nepal to Tibet Overland Tour, which takes around 6 days and includes a detour to Everest Base Camp on the North Face, is another option for getting to Lhasa.

What is the difference between China Visa and Tibet Group Visa?

There are now two types of visas available for admission into Tibet: the ordinary Chinese Entry Visa and the Tibet Group Visa for Nepalese visitors. The Chinese Entry Visa is the most common type of visa issued by the Chinese Embassy, and it is usually given to tourists visiting Tibet. The Tibet Group Visa, also known as the Group Tourist Visa, is a type of visa granted to travelers visiting Tibet from Kathmandu, Nepal. Because of the laws governing the issuing of this sort of visa, it cannot be issued immediately to an applicant. The Chinese visa can be extended in certain Chinese cities; however, the Tibet Group Visa is not capable of extension. The Tibet Group Visa is valid for 30 days or until the end of the tour (if the tour is longer than 30 days), but the Chinese visa is valid for 90 days. While a visitor can apply for a Chinese Individual Visa directly, a tour operator can only apply for a Tibet Group Visa on the tourist's behalf.

Kailash Overland Tour NRI

Duration: 15 Days
Diffculty Level: Moderate
Destination: Nepal and Tibet
Best Time: May -Sep
Activity: Tour / Trekking
Max. Altitude: 5600m

The Kailash overland tour for foreigners and NRI (Non-Resident Indian) is a two-day additional itinerary for the overland tour via Kerung, regarded as one of the most sacred pilgrimages for Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists, as well as one of Asia's most arduous spiritual adventure tours.

Kailash Mansarovar's overland tour follows a 15-day itinerary with visa processing if you make your arrive on Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday, as Visa processing takes two days for NRIs and foreigners. Yolo Hike has an alternative if you are not sure you can arrive on these days. This 15-day expedition begins in Kathmandu with a bumpy and scenic drive to Kerung, which includes crossing the Nepalese border at Rasuwagadi. Tibet's blacktop roads to Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash provide spectacular views of snowcapped mountains and vast Tibetan plains, which take you on a pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash to pray and stroll around the sacred region.

You'll See

Itinerary

Altitude1310 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsDinner

As soon as you land at Tribhuwan international airport, a representative from Yolo Hike will pick you up and transport you to your accommodation in Kathmandu. The rest of the time is yours to do as you like. Welcome Dinner will be organized with Yolo Hike members.

Altitude1310 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

The Kathmandu Sightseeing visit will begin around 8:00 a.m. We will take the first visit to Pashupatinath Temple by 9:00 a.m. to attend the main temple's aarti. Visit many tiny and large temples of the Pashupatinath complex, next stop will be Guheswori Temple one of the holiest temple 1 km east of Pasupatinath on the bank of the Bagmati river. We will Visit Budhanilkhantha which is known as the sleeping Bishnu Temple and visit Bouddhanath Stupa and back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Altitude1310 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

After Breakfast, We drive to visit the Doleshwor Mahadeva temple in Bhaktapur City. Doleshwor Mahadeva is a Hindu temple believed the head part of KedarnathTemple located in Uttarakhand, India. We take the darshan of Mahadeva and Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square one of the UNESCO world heritage sites. We will take lunch on the way and drive back to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Altitude1310 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Today we have leisure time for Trip preparation for the Kailash tour, and we will receive our Tibet Visa today. You will have a small briefing regarding the Kailash Mansarovar tour at Hotel. You can do some shopping or a walking tour around Thamel.

Altitude2380 m
AccommodationGuest House
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

We will take a private vehicle to Syaprubesi after breakfast, The road passes through cities and terraced farmlands, providing an opportunity to learn about hilly Nepal. The distance of 148 kilometers is estimated to take between 7 and 8 hours to drive.

Altitude2700 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

We begin our short trip to the Nepalese border, Rasuwagadhi (1850m), which is around 15 kilometers and one hour away from Syabru Besi. We will today drive to Kerung and Enter Tibet, procedures at the border immigration may take some time. After completing the immigration requirement, start your 110-kilometer journey to Kerung (2700m).

Altitude4640 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

As we go to Saga from Kerung, we have a beautiful trip over the highlands and then across the Tibetan plains. Cross the Yarlung Zangpo (Brahmaputra River) and follow the northern road to the lovely town of Saga (4640m). Saga is a lovely Tibetan town with some decent hotels and guesthouses, as well as some fine local restaurants and a market where you can pass the time while acclimating.

Altitude4640 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Today, we will stay an extra day at Saga for proper Acclimatization. We will spend the day exploring the local market, understanding the Tibetan culture, and interacting with Locals. You can shop for the essentials or something to take back home for memories.

Altitude4590 m
AccommodationGuest House
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Today is a significant day in your journey because you will not only visit the holy Lake Mansarovar, but you will also see the holy Mount Kailash for the first time. The voyage begins early because we must travel a significant distance to Lake Mansarovar and there are various check posts along the route, making the trek exhausting and time-consuming. The drive is expected to begin around 7:00 a.m. We'll halt at the checkpoint just before Mayumla Pass (4900m).

We continue our journey to Lake Mansarovar from here, where we get our first glimpse of Mount Kailash. Despite the fact that today's travel is long, the road conditions are good and the scenery is breathtaking.

Altitude4647 m
AccommodationGuest House
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Early in the morning, go to Mansarovar Lake for a holy bath, puja, and other rituals according to your own traditions. The lake is particularly lovely in the morning, and the glimpse of Mount Kailash adds to the pleasure. The lake's water will undoubtedly be very cold, but the worshippers always seem to be full of spiritual practice and devotion, and they do not want to miss this holy bath.

It is important to note that a recent change in Tibetan government law has made dip bathing in the lake illegal and classified it as a criminal offense. So please refrain from entering the lake.

Altitude5200 m
AccommodationGuest House
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

We'll travel to Tarboche, a small village. Tarboche is the starting point of the Kailash Kora. Yamadwar, the god of death's gateway, resides at Tarboche. We'll travel a few hours from here to Derapuk, a little village located in front of Mt. Kailash's north face. Today will provide excellent views of the Gurla-Mandala, Ape, Kamet, and other high peaks.

Altitude5613 m
AccommodationGuest House
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Early in the morning, before dawn, watch the first sunshine on Mt. Kailash, which provides a spectacular picture of the 'Golden Kailash.' Prepare a short light breakfast, fill your flask with hot water, and pack your lunch foods before setting off on the hike to Zuthulphuk. The climb continues steeply up to Dolma-La pass (5630 m) and then steeply down to Gauri Kunda, making this day the most difficult of the entire trip.

Near the Dolma La pass, you'll see colorful flags and people's stuff scattered everywhere. We will cover about 22 km of trek distance till we reach Zuthulpuk Gompa.

Altitude4640 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

We'll spend the morning exploring the caverns and temples surrounding the Milarepa cave. After breakfast, we'll climb for 3-4 hours to finish our Kora and return to Darchen village. We'll eat lunch there before returning to Saga village.

Altitude2700 m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

We start our trek towards Kathmandu after breakfast. We cross the Brahmaputra River on a bridge and continue our tour across the huge Tibetan plains. The excursion provides breathtaking Himalayan views, especially of Shishapangma and Pieko-Tso Lake. We will drive back to Kathmandu, Enjoy the full of your road travel from your window. Reach your hotel in Kathmandu. Farewell Dinner will be organized.

Altitude1310m
AccommodationHotel
MealsBreakfast

Today you officially compete 15 days Kailash Mansarovar Overland Tour with Yolo Hike. A representative will drop you off at Tribhuwan International Airport. Happy Home Journey.

What's Included

Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
all ground transportation by private vehicle
2 days sightseeing in Kathmandu
5 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu twin-sharing based three-star Hotel
group sharing guesthouse in Kailash part as per itinerary
Buffet Indian veg. meals (breakfast/dinner/packed lunch) during the trip
transportation by bus/van
Support truck to keep goods, your bid bags, and foods
Tibet permit and Tibet Group Visa
all necessary entrance fees in Kailash Region
All camping equipment for the kitchen
Enough oxygen cylinders and pillow
All service charges and taxes
Down Jacket (Refundable Basis), Duffel Bag
Appreciation Certificate from Yolo Hike after the yatra

What's Excluded

Personal Horse and Helper during Kailash Parikrama/ Kailash Round/ Kailash Kora
Using extra nights in a hotel/ guesthouse (except the hotels mentioned in the itinerary)
Rescue/ evacuation or all the extra costs incurred due to split from the main group or serious health condition
Travel Insurance
Expenses of Personal nature
Any extra expenses due to flight delay/cancellation with a valid reason
Any extra cost due to late permit/visa from Tibet part

FAQs

Q1. Can I perform a Kailash Yatra without agency?
Kailash Yatra has always become a dream for lots of travelers due to its hidden and mystic trails, stunning crystal clear Mansarovar Lake, and historic, cultural sacred Mount Kailash but due to the travel restriction from the government, the only way to perform your dream Yatra is through the agency.
Q2. What travel documents do I need to Travel to Tibet?
Before you travel, you will need to have a number of documents. It is no longer possible to travel alone in Tibet, and all international tourists must join an organized and pre-booked tour led by a recognized Tibetan tour operator. The first thing you'll need is a Chinese entry visa to enter China and travel to Tibet. However, it is better not to specify that you will be traveling to Tibet while applying for a visa at your local Chinese Embassy, as this will cause complications with the visa being issued. the first permit you'll require is scanned copies of your passport and visa after you've received your visa. The permit takes about 15-20 days to process, but it can take less time during the low season for Tibetan tourism.
Q3. What travel document do I need to Travel to Tibet?
Before you travel, you will need to have a number of documents. It is no longer possible to travel alone in Tibet, and all international tourists must join an organized and pre-booked tour led by a recognized Tibetan tour operator. The first thing you'll need is a Chinese entry visa to enter China and travel to Tibet. However, it is better not to specify that you will be traveling to Tibet while applying for a visa at your local Chinese Embassy, as this will cause complications with the visa being issued. the first permit you'll require is scanned copies of your passport and visa after you've received your visa. The permit takes about 15-20 days to process, but it can take less time during the low season for Tibetan tourism.
Q4. Can I travel Tibet without agency?
In Tibet, individual travel is strictly prohibited. It is difficult to obtain a visa for Tibet on your own due to China's rigorous tourism policies. As a result, traveling alone is not an option. Travel permits, a tour guide, and a private vehicle with a driver are required for all foreigners. If you are simply staying in Lhasa and will not be visiting other parts of Tibet, a private vehicle is not required. Yolo Hike, as authorized travel and adventure organization, will arrange everything for its customers, including visas, entry permits, and other necessary documentation unless you were involved in any criminal activities.
Q5. What is the Travel medium for Tibet Journey?
All-access points to Tibet are in either mainland China or Nepal. As a result, the only way to get to Tibet is through one of the many access points that originate in these two nations. If entering Tibet from mainland China, one must apply for a Chinese visa in advance in their home country. Direct flights are available from mainland China's major cities to cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Kunming, and others. From the towns of Xining, Beijing, Chengdu, Xi'an, and Shanghai, travelers can take a train to Tibet.
Similarly, tourists entering Tibet from Nepal must apply for a Chinese group visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, despite having already obtained a Chinese visa. In roughly three official working days, the group visa will be ready. Visitors may reach the roof of the world, Lhasa, by a one-and-a-half-hour direct flight from Kathmandu. Nepal to Tibet Overland Tour, which takes around 6 days and includes a detour to Everest Base Camp on the North Face, is another option for getting to Lhasa.
Q6. What is the difference between China Visa and Tibet Group Visa?
There are now two types of visas available for admission into Tibet: the ordinary Chinese Entry Visa and the Tibet Group Visa for Nepalese visitors. The Chinese Entry Visa is the most common type of visa issued by the Chinese Embassy, and it is usually given to tourists visiting Tibet. The Tibet Group Visa, also known as the Group Tourist Visa, is a type of visa granted to travelers visiting Tibet from Kathmandu, Nepal. Because of the laws governing the issuing of this sort of visa, it cannot be issued immediately to an applicant. The Chinese visa can be extended in certain Chinese cities; however, the Tibet Group Visa is not capable of extension. The Tibet Group Visa is valid for 30 days or until the end of the tour (if the tour is longer than 30 days), but the Chinese visa is valid for 90 days. While a visitor can apply for a Chinese Individual Visa directly, a tour operator can only apply for a Tibet Group Visa on the tourist's behalf.

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