Kailash Saga Dawa Festival Tour
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trip info
Duration
18 days
Max Altitude
Dolma La Pass 5630
Difficulty
Moderate
Starts from
Kathmandu
Trips Ends at
Kathmandu
Activity
Accommodation
Meals
Weather
°C
Group Size
Best Season
Region
No Region
Kailash Saga Dawa Festival Tour Overview
Among the many festival tours in Tibet, the Kailash Saga Dawa Festival is one of the most popular and important religious festivals. Saga means "the fourth" whereas Dawa refers to "the month" in the Tibetan language.
Thus, the festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the fourth lunar month according to the Tibetan calendar. This is also the day when Lord Buddha was enlightened, nevertheless, it also marks an important day to followers of Buddhism.
Saga Dawa Festival Tour of Kailash is 18 days tour, takes you to a maximum altitude of 5630 meters(Dolma La Pass).
Along with the festival as the major attraction, you will also have exciting hikes along with the Tibetan topography with rugged terrain. The moon-like landscape and the unique culture take the walk to a different level.
The moment of being part of this festival is like being part of a magical event, something that gets a total grip on all of your senses. Each year, they replace the Tarboche flagpole, a huge pole that stands on the Kailash kora, south of the mountain. Thousands of people from inside and outside of Tibet gather and erect the flagpoles to attach the prayer flags.
So, to be part of this holy event and satisfy your soul and create forever long-lasting memories, please allow Himalayan Trekkers to have the opportunity to serve you by sending us a message. An alternative to this package is Saga Dawa Festival From Tibet which excludes Kathmandu.
Itinerary Detail
What is Included / Not Included
- Arrival/departure transfer by private vehicle as per itinerary
- 04 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Guided heritage site was seen with all entrance fees in Kathmandu
- Kathmandu-Nyalam-Kathmandu transfer by private vehicle
- Decent accommodation in Tibet at the available places
- All necessary tents, kitchen equipment and camping gear
- Chinese VISA fees, Kailash Permit and Tibet travel permits
- Land transfer( land cruiser/Tourist Bus) as per the itinerary
- Yaks and Yaks man during the Cora
- All Veg. meals during the tour
- Sleeping bag, Down jacket( if required)
- Tibet Local guide and Nepali guide with supporting crew
- Accommodation, Meals, wages, allowances, insurance, Medical, equipment for Himalayan Trekkers' Mountain Guide and required staffs
- All applicable taxes and surcharges
Himalayan Trekkers promises to manage the best, most comfortable and preferable accommodation.
Generally, in cities like Kathmandu, we arrange basic three-star facilities. If available, you can opt for a more budget-friendly option or upgrade to a more luxurious hotel by paying a little extra.
Although all the places might not have all the modern facilities, we will make sure to arrange safe and comfortable accommodation. In general, hygienic and safe tea houses/local lodges/ home-stays with all the basic facilities are arranged. But you can, if possible, personalize according to your preference.
If your itinerary includes camping or you choose to experience camping during your travel, a proper camping-site will be pre-decided. If required, we also provide the basic equipment which is refundable. Please check the Gear-List and Requirement List for more information.
Meals
Breakfast is usually included with your B&B Accommodation within the cost that is evident.
For other meals in the city, you would have to pay separately. Often in the cities, you can choose from many different cuisines and varied food services. We can always help you find the right place to fit your taste.
In more remote areas, usually, there are not many options. But you can always find hygienic and well-prepared food. Moreover, almost all the meals during the trek are included in the cost. We can help you make changes according to your preference and budget, but only if choices are available!
On top of that, Himalayan Trekkers also organizes Welcome or Farewell Dinners as a symbol of warm greetings.
Please go through the detailed itinerary for more information. We are always there to help you travel to your heart’s content.
