Saga Dawa Festival Tour | Tibet-Mount Kailash Trekking - Guaranteed Departure 2023
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Saga Dawa Festival Tour | Tibet-Mount Kailash Trekking - Guaranteed Departure 2023

Days: 20 / Difficulty: 5 of 5 (Very Strenuous)

Saga Dawa Festival at Mount Kailash is observed as one of the most important festival in Buddhist society all over the world. This festival held each year on the full moon day of the fourth lunar month of the Tibetan calendar (May / June). This festival is celebrated in honor of Sakyamuni's enlightenment. And this auspicious day coincide with three important events in Buddha's life, Birth, Nirvana and death.

Saga Dawa Festival at Mt. Kailash on June 4th, 2023.


Fact of the Trek

Trek Region
Simikot-Humla, Tibet
Type of Trek
Trekking
Duration
20 Days
Highest Elevation
5630 m
Grade
Very Strenuous
Meals
Full board during the trekking & tour
Accomodations
4* Hotel in Kathmandu, tented cam or guesthouse accommodation during the trek/tour
Best Season
Spring (May-June)
Transportation by
Domestic flights and private vehicle

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# Option 1: Simikot – Mount Kailash Trekking back via Overland to Kathmandu – 20 Days (Guaranteed Departure)
 
Outlined Itinerary 
Day 01; May 23, 2023: Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 02; May 24, 2023: China Visa Preparation Day and guided Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 03; May 25, 2023: China Visa Preparation Day and guided Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 04; May 26, 2023: Departure: Evening Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, O/N at a 3-star Hotel Siddhartha in Nepalgunj. 
Day 05; May 27, 2023: Fly from Nepalgunj to Simikot (2950m) 45m. Trek to Dharapori (2300m) / 4 hrs. Camping
Day 06; May 28, 2023: Trek from Dharapori to Kermi (2800m) / 6 hrs, Camping
Day 07; May 29, 2023: Trek from Kermi to Yalbang (3100m) / 7 hrs, Camping
Day 08; May 30, 2023: Trek from Yalbang to Tumkot (3200m) / 7 hrs, Camping
Day 09; May 31, 2023: Trek from Tumkot to Thado Dhunga (3500m) / 7 hrs, Camping
Day 10; June 1, 2023: Trek from Thado Dhunga to Hilsa (3700m) – 4 hrs / Drive to Purang (3900m), Guesthouse
Day 11; June 2, 2023: Drive to Manasarover (4500m) / 3 hrs drive, Guesthouse
Day 12; June 3, 2023: Chiu Gompa visit / Mansarover Circumambulation on vehicle / Drive to Darchen, Guesthouse
Day 13; June 4, 2023: Drive to Tarboche and Enjoy Saka Dawa Festival with local Tibetan. Guesthouse
Day 14; June 5, 2023: Kailash trek  to Diraphuk (4800m) / 7 hrs, Guesthouse
Day 15; June 6, 2023: Kailash trek over Dolma La pass (5600m) to Dzutulphuk (4600m) / 9 hrs, Guesthouse
Day 16; June 7, 2023: Kailash trek ends at Mani wall / 3 hrs then drive to Horchu (4500m), Guesthouse
Day 17; June 8, 2023: Drive to Saga (4200m) / 7 hrs, 3* Hotel 
Day 18; June 9, 2023: Drive to Kyirong (3900m) / 6 hrs then exit border / Drive to Syabrubesi. Guesthouse
Day 19; June 10, 2023: Drive to Kathmandu. O/N at at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 20; June 11, 2023: Final Departure from Kathmandu
 
Group Joining Trip Cost: USD 4550 Per Person
Additional Cost: China Visa Fee – USD 85 (Approx.) Other than US & Canadian Nationals (China Visa fee is yet to be decided)
 
Trip Cost Includes:

1. Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up and transfer by private car/van.
2. 4 nights deluxe single bed/ double bed/ twin bed sharing basis room with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Kathmandu.
3. Sightseeing tour with guide in Kathmandu Valley, transportation and all entrance fees. 
4. Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Simikot Flight fare.
5. 1 Night accommodation in Nepalgunj (BB Plan).
6. Restricted area permit of Humla region.
7. Kitchen crews and Nepalese guide and camping supporters.
8. Mule and mule driver for porterage during trekking in Nepal side.
9. All camping equipment.
10. Border clearance fees and porterage charge.
11. Local English Speaking Tibetan Guide.
12. All hotel and guesthouse stays in Tibet.
13. Full board food during Nepal Trek and Tibet Tour.
14. All monastery and local entrance fees.
15. Yak and Yak man during Kailash trek.
16. Oxygen, Gamow bag and first aid kit for altitude problem.
17. All transportation by Van or Bus as per group size in Tibet.
18.  Rasuwagadi to Kathmandu transportation by Jeep.
19. Tibet Travel Permit and China Visa Fees. 
 
Trip Cost Excludes:
1. Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) Kathmandu and Nepalgunj other than breakfast.
2. Travel insurance.
3. International air fare to and from Nepal.
4. Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
5. Items and expenses of personal nature.
6. Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, Internet.
7. Personal Trekking Equipment.
8. Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
9. Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
10. Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
11. Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trip.
12. Tips for guide, porters, driver...

# Option 2: Kathmandu – Mount Kailash – Kathmandu Overland Tour – 15 Days (Guaranteed Departure)
 
Outlined Itinerary
Day 01; May 27, 2023: Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 02; May 28, 2023: China Visa Preparation Day and guided Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 03; May 29, 2023: China Visa Preparation Day and guided Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. O/N at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 04; May 30, 2023: Departure from Kathmandu to Kyirong via Rasuwagadi border, Guesthouse
Day 05; May 31, 2023: Kyirong acclimatization day, Guesthouse
Day 06; June 1, 2023: Drive to Saga (4200m), 3* Hotel
Day 07; June 2, 2023: Drive to Manasarover (4500m) / 7 hrs drive, Guesthouse
Day 08; June 3, 2023: Chiu Gompa visit / Mansarover Circumambulation on vehicle / Drive to Darchen, Guesthouse
Day 09; June 4, 2023: Drive to Tarboche and Enjoy Saka Dawa Festival with local Tibetan. Guesthouse
Day 10; June 5, 2023: Kailash trek  to Diraphuk (4800m) / 7 hrs, Guesthouse 
Day 11; June 6, 2023: Kailash trek over Dolma La pass (5600m) to Dzutulphuk (4600m) / 9 hrs, Guesthouse 
Day 12; June 7, 2023: Kailash trek ends at Mani wall / 3 hrs then drive to Horchu (4500m), Guesthouse
Day 13; June 8, 2023: Drive to Saga (4200m) / 7 hrs, 3* Hotel
Day 14; June 9, 2023: Drive to Kyirong (3900m) / 6 hrs then exit border / Then Drive to Kathmandu. O/N at at a 4-star Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 15; June 10, 2023: Final Departure from Kathmandu.
 
Group Joining Trip Cost: USD 3350 Per Person
Additional Cost: China Visa Fee – USD 85 (Approx.) Other than US & Canadian Nationals (China Visa fee is yet to be decided)

Trip Cost Includes:
1. Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up and transfer by private car/van.
2. 4 nights deluxe single bed/ double bed/ twin bed sharing basis room with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Kathmandu.
3. Sightseeing tour with guide in Kathmandu Valley, transportation and all entrance fees. 
4. Kathmandu – Rasuwagadi – Kathmandu land transport in Nepal side.
5. TIMS and national park permit.
6. Kitchen crews and Nepalese guide.
7. Border clearance fees and porterage charge.
8. Local English Speaking Tibetan Guide.
9. All hotel and guesthouse stays in Tibet.
10. Full board food during in Tibet.
11. All monastery and local entrance fees.
12. Yak and Yak man during Kailash trek.
13. Oxygen, Gamow bag and first aid kit for altitude problem.
14. All transportation by Van or Bus as per group size in Tibet.
15. Rasuwagadi to Kathmandu transportation by Jeep.
16. Tibet Travel Permit and China Visa Fees. 
 
Trip Cost Excludes:
1. Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) Kathmandu other than breakfast during the Kathmandu stay.
2. Travel insurance.
3. International air fare to and from Nepal.
4. Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
5. Items and expenses of personal nature.
6. Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, Internet.
7. Personal Trekking Equipment.
8. Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
9. Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
10. Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
11. Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trip.
12. Tips for guide, porters, driver...

Note: The package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste. For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de

Important: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.

Dates Price Adult Status *
2023-05-23 to 2023-06-11 USD 4,550
EUR 4.241
SFr 4.210
Trip is guaranteed
2023-05-27 to 2023-06-10 USD 4,550
EUR 4.241
SFr 4.210
Trip is guaranteed
* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.




Saga Dawa Festival Tour | Tibet-Mount Kailash Trekking - Guaranteed Departure 2023


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