Maha Shivaratri Special to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter 2011
(Love & bliss of lord Shiva on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri)
Maha Shiva Ratri
This day is the celebration dedicated to the Lord Shiva which falls on the Trayodashi of the month Fagun (February/March). Nepal is the only Hindu kingdom in the world and thus the land of Lord Shiva, Lord of all Lords, for here you can feel his presence everywhere. Even in the sacred texts of the Hindus it has been stated that Mt. Kailash in the Himalayas is the abode of Lord Shiva or Mahadeva as he is also known. Shiva the Destroyer of Evil is among the most praised and worshipped of all the gods in the Hindu religion. Hindus all over the world know him through different names and forms. The country has thousands of idols and monuments, which glorify his name, the most common one being the Shiva Linga or the phallus of Shiva that represents him. For it is the Shiva linga that Hindus regard as the symbol of creation, the beginning of everything. Shiva Ratri is the night of Lord Shiva when He himself was created by His own Divine Grace and Hindus all over the world celebrate this day with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm. Shiva Ratri literally means ' the night consecrated to Shiva'. This auspicious festival falls on the fourteenth day of the waning moon in the month of Falgun, (February - March in the Gregorian calendar ). The temple of Pashupatinath in Kathmandu which is considered as one of the holiest shrines of the Hindus, glorifying Lord Shiva, thus receives more than 100,000 worshippers during the festival of Shiva Ratri. These worshippers come from far and wide to pay their respects and homage to Mahadev on his sacred day.
Itinerary: Maha Shivaratri Special Tour- 08 Nights 09 Days
February 27 - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1250m) Airport and transfer to Hotel by our Escort. Briefing about the trip.
February 28 - Day 02: We will visit temple of Pashupatinath biggest Hindu Temple . After praying homage to the lord Pashupati will visit of Kathmandu city including Budhanilkantha , Where lies the temple of Vishnu Narayan famous for its large idol of Narayan laying on the bed of snakes in water, Boudhanath Buddhist Stupa in town, Fly to Nepalgunj (450m) Overnight at Hotel Shiddartha .
March 01 - Day 03: Early morning fly to Simikot (2950m), Stay at the hotel.
March 02 - Day 04: chartered Helicopter to Hilsa - Drive to Sher , after immigration process drive to Purang ( Takalakot ) overnight.
March 03 - Day 05: Drive to Manasarovar (4550m) ,and continue drive to Yumdwari , back to Mansarovar , Overnight at Guest House.
March 04 - Day 06: Whole day at Mansarovar to perform pooja , O/N stay at Guest house.
March 05 - Day 07: Drive back to Taklakot , Proceed to Hilsa and fly to Simikot by Chartered helicopter.Stay at Guest House.
March 06 - Day 08: Fly to Nepalgunj /Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel.
March 07 - Day 09: Transfer to Airport for onward journey.
Tour Cost: INR 175000.00 per Person
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Cost Includes:
- Airports pick up and drop services
- One half day sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu
- 2 Night hotel with full board in Kathmandu
- Helicopter to and from china boarder.
- Transport by 4W Japanese Land Cruiser
- Supporting Truck for Luggage
- Nepali Team leader and Supporting Team
- English Speaking Tibetan guide
- Buffet Indian veg. meals (South Indian, Gujrati, Marwadi) or as per request.
- Chinese visa fee of Nepali Team and Client, Sleeping mat, Jacket and Sleeping Bag while on Kailash Tour (returnable after trip)
- Free Duffel Bag
- Guesthouses and camping charges in Tibet
- All camping and cooking equipment
- Yak for Kailash parikrama luggage only
- All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet
- Gamow bag, oxygen.
- Return flight tickets of Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Simikot.
Cost Excludes:
- Airfares from Home - Kathmandu - Home
- All beverages, Photography charges and Telephone calls
- Insurance of clients, Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse)
- Emergency evacuation expenses.
- Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation
- personal urgent visa fee etc & Services other than specifies
What we provide to our clients:
- Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen.
- We don't charge extra for the Parikrama. If you wish to take help of a yak or horse, the cost will be approx US$ 100 for Yak and USD 200 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.
Model of payments
- 20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer with passport of client.
Tour Cancellation policy
- All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written. Verbal cancellations will not be entertained.
- 20 days before trip departure 10% of total trip cost.
- 15 days before trip departure 50% of total trip cost.
- 10 days before trip departure 90% of total trip cost.
- 07 days and less departure 100% of total trip cost.
IMPORTANT PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:
Clothing:
Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are the rule of Tibet . Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can be quite chilly to down right cold. Indian Pilgrims strictly no Sari. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain on the way. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also quite useful is a route map, to know where you are going and have been each day.
What to take:
Winter wear: Gore-Tex material, though expensive, is highly recommended. Down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal under wears, Jackets, warm trousers & woolen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woolen gloves, sun hat, comfortable shoes, light leather boots in case of snow, woolen balaclava ('monkey cap') & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust.
Bring with you:
Snacks along the way. Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, glucose; 'namkeen' etc. Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets. Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude). Sun glasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes). Sun block or sun screen lotion, wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, daypack (small shoulder bag), Camera & films, Binocular.
Health:
This is one of the toughest high altitude road journeys on earth. You Must be physically fit - no two ways about that. Generally patients with asthma & heart problems have a problem acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests it is essential you should be examined by your doctor to know about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high altitude travel for days in 'no road' conditions, extreme cold, dust, trekking to an altitude of 19500ft during the Parikrama, etc.
Altitude Sickness:
As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite, nausea, exhaustion, sleeplessness, breathlessness etc.) until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take a couple of days or more depending on an individual. For this reason alone, we have made it mandatory to stay 2 nights at Nyelam (12000ft) and a night in Simikot those who take journey of Helicopter before moving on to the higher altitudes. Drink plenty of water, be calm, and do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also recommend you carry a strip of diamox tablets. Do consult your physician on the dosage. We provide Gamow bag (a special equipment to prevent sickness from high altitude) on this tour.
Currency:
The unit of Chinese currency is Yuan. USD 1 = 6.50 Yuan. 1 Yuan = INR 7.50 approx; Money can exchange at Bank of China at Zhangmu or from the locals at Zhangmu or Kodari. Exchange all you're remaining Yuan at the end of the trip at Zhangmu itself before re-entering Nepal.
Risks & Liability:
Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd and its associates will put every effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the tours in Tibet are conduct strictly under the rules & regulation of Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). Therefore, Samrat Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd and its counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alteration in the program due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political unrest, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurred thereof shall be borne by the clients on the spot.
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