Introduction
Mt. Kailash, 6,740 m is situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, wholly within Tibet. It is the perfect mountain with awesome beauty, with 4 great face. It is the spiritual enter for four great religious. Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, the Jain religion and the pre-Buddhist animistic religion- Bonpo. The Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world. It is said that a stream from the mountain pours into a nearby lake and from here rivers flow in the four cardinal directions. The river of the Lion Mouth to the North, the River of the Horse Mouth to the east, the River of the Peacock Mouth to the south and the River of the Elephant Mouth to the West. Strangely enough, four major rivers do indeed originate near Kailash, the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), the Karnali and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantirc deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. For the Tibetans also, it is a particularly special place in that their poet saint Milarepa, spent several years here meditating in a cave.

A Shiva - Linga Shaped MT. Kailash from the Northern Face.

For the Hindus Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of MT. Meru, their spiritual center of the universe described as a fantastic ' World Pillar 84,000 miles high, around which all else revolves, its roots in the lowest hell ans its summit kissing the heavens. On the top lives their most revered God, Shiva and his consort Parvati.

For the Jains, an Indian religions group, Kailash is the site where first prophet achieved enlightenment. For the older, more ancient religion of Bon, it is the site where its founder Shanreab is said to have descended from heaven. It was formerly the spiritual center of Zhang Zung, the ancient Bon Empire that once included all of western Tibet. Bon people walk around the mountain in a counter clockwise manner unlike the other religious.

Over the centuries pilgrims have constantly journeyed immense distances to achieve enlightenment or cleanse themselves of sin, braving enormous distances, particularly harsh weather and bandit attacks.

Day 01 :
Arrive Kathmandu, Meet and transfer to hotel.

Day 02 :
At leisure in Kathmandu. Obtain Chinese Visa

Day 03 :
Morning drive to the frontier town of Nepal at Kodari. From here, a short walk to the friendship bridge for the drive on a local available vehicle to Zhangmu, the main entrance of Tibet. China at the height of 2,300 m. which is about 145 kms from kathmandu. In Zhangrun, guide from our Tibetan counterpart will receive you. After all the formalities at check post here, our journey continues for another 35 kms which can take almost 3 hours through the up-winding road to Nyalam with beautiful scenery as the drive brings us for the overnight stay at Nyalam (3,700 m). The lodges and guest house here are very simple and basic.. You can expect the unexpected as the China Tourism in Tibet is slowly picking up since last 7-8 years.

Day 04 :
Morning drive to the first pass of Lelung La at 5,050 m. From here a superb view of the high Himalayas can be seen from Gaurishanker, Shisapangma to Langtang Himal. Drive to Paigutso (4850 M) 221 Kms ( 07-08 Hrs). O/nt . Camp

Day 05 :
Another morning drive through the windswept territory passing many villages and camps of Yak herders with the distance view of snow capped mountains. After 6-7 hours of drive brings us to Saga (4640 m) 115 Kms. For the overnight Camp

Day 06 :
Form Saga drive to Paryanga (4540 m) 185 kms/ 7-8 hrs. drive. O/nt. Camp.

Day 07 :
Drive from Paryang to Mansarover (4520 m) 250 kms. 7-8 Hrs. O/nt. Camp

Day 08 :
AM Mansarover Parikarma by Jeep. Time Permitting visit Chui Gompa. PM drive to Darchen ( 4560 M) O/nt. At Guest House in Darchen. Darchen is Located beneath the majestic holy Mount Kailash, a small village couple of guesthouse. During the auspicious pilgrimage time, this place will be flooded with Pilgrim with hundreds of tents all around. Darchen, the beginning and end point of the Kora.

Day 09 :
Drive approx. 08 Kms. From Darchen to Tarboche, the trek starting point of Kailash Parikrama. The first day of our Kora is a gradual walk with multitudes of other local pilgrims chanting and praying. The trail leads us to few ups and down till we reach our camp at Dirapuk (4,750 m) after 5-6 hours walk. Camping on the nice grassy meadows with a view of Kailash, northwest face.

Day 10 :
Today our circumbulation (Kora ) leads too much higher side of the holy path just beneath the Mount Kailash. The walk will bring us to one of the highest point at Drolma La, 5,200 m before descending to the gradual filed towards Zuthulphuk for the overnight camp after 5-6 hours walk, Zuthulphuk (4700 m) has a small monastery.

Day 11 :
The winding gradual track finally ends our holy pilgrimage walk ( 5 hours). Overnight in camp at lake Mansarover.

Day 12 :
Drive to Paryang (4750 m / 223 km / 5-6 hrs). Overnight in Camp.

Day 13 :
Drive to Saga (4600 m / 255 km/ 6-7 hrs). Overnight in Camp

Day 14 :
Drive to Nyalam . Overnight in Camp

Day 15 :
Drive back to Saga

Day 15 :
Drive down to Friendship Bridge where transportation awaits for drive to Kathmandu (150 Km 8- 9 Hrs) Overnight in Camp.

Day 16 :
Free for souvenir shopping and other independent activates. In time transfer to TIA to connect departure flight.

Day 01 :
Departure from Chennai by Train No.5011 Raptisagar Express at 2330 hrs Overnight in train.

Day 02 :
In Train.

Day 03 :
Arrive Lucknow at about 1330 hrs. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Lucknow.

Day 04 :
AM : Naimisaranyam.
PM : Drive to Ayodhya Overnight at hotel in Ayodhya.

Day 05 :
AM : Temples visit in Ayodhya.
PM : Drive to Sonauli. Overnight at hotel in Sonauli.

Day 06 :
After early breakfast cross the border and drive to Pokhara. Arrive Pokhara and check into hotel. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 07 :
Early morning fly to Muktinath by Helicopter. Sightseeing of Pokhara city after lunch. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 08 :
If Mukthinath trip is not completed on Day 07 then on Day 08 morning visit to Mukthinath. After lunch, drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 09 :
AM : Kathmandu Temples tour.
PM : Pashupathinath temple and free for shopping. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 10 :
After early breakfast drive to Bairawaha. Overnight at hotel in Bairawaha.

Day 11 :
AM : Visit to Lumbini.
PM : After lunch drive to Sonauli. Later we cross the border and drive to Gorakpur. Overnight at hotel in Gorakpur.

Day 12 :
Departure from Gorakpur by Train No. 5012 Raptisagar Express at 0630 hrs.

Day 13 :
In the train.

Day 14 :
Arrive Chennai at 1100 hrs.