Hidden from the eyes of the world

by the mighty Himalayan peaks, Mount Kailash, the crest jewel of creation has, over millennia, drawn sincere pilgrims from many faiths to its feet to contemplate the oneness in the power of nature. Kailash is the heart and soul of the Himalayan regions and the most sacred of all the world’s holy mountains. It stands alone, in silent contemplation, above the Tibetan plains, drawing the eyes of all who come near with its power and purity. The circumambulation (walking around the mountain) is an act of penance and prayer. With each step the pilgrim is taken deeper into the silence within, whilst taking in the sacred landscape without. One circle (pradakshina) symbolises one revolution of the wheel of life or the cycle from birth to death. With each step there is purification and exaltation. This sacred journey is for a small number of spiritual seekers wishing to deepen their connection with the inner consciousness. The trek requires a reasonable level of fitness.

Find more information here AND https://www.indiasacredjourneys.com/mt-kailash-tibet-mansarovar

Tour price & confirmation
Tour prices are quoted in $NZ.
New Zealand GST (Goods & Services Tax) of 15% is included in tour costs.
Payment of $500 confirms your booking and acknowledges your agreement to our terms and conditions.
Terms of business are by prepayment of all journey costs.

An instalment plan is available if required

Balance of fare
The balance of tour price is due to Kawai Purapura 60 days before the journey starts. If the full journey price is not received by this date we reserve the right to cancel your tour and retain the deposit. Journey reservations can be made within 60 days provided full payment is made at time of booking.

Cancellation policy
Cancellation fees depend on when Kawai Purapura receives notification of a cancellation:

Deposit is non-refundable but transferable at the discretion of Kawai Purapura management
Bookings cancelled between 59 days and 45 days 50% of tour cost.
Bookings cancelled between 44 days and 31 days 75% of tour cost.
Bookings cancelled within 30 days or less of tour departure 100% of tour cost.
No refunds will be made after travel has commenced.

Journey payment

Direct bank transfer:
Please make your payment including all bank charges and transfer fees to

Account name: The Prema Charitable Trust
Account No. 12-3110-0069782-01

SWIFT CODE: ASBBNZ2A
We accept payment by Visa or Mastercard. Please note, payment made by Visa or Mastercard may incur additional fees.

Account transfer:
Payments for deposits or journey balances can be made into local bank accounts in the US, UK and Australia, in your own currency with no additional fees.

Accommodation and activities
Occasionally Kawai Purapura may need to make a variation to the journey or accommodation. This accommodation will be of the same standard or best available alternative. If an included activity is unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances, Kawai Purapura will provide an alternative activity of a similar standard. Kawai Purapura reserves the right to amend/alter an itinerary where necessary.

Accommodation is on a twin share basis for guest houses and hotels. An upgrade to single accommodation is available. Camping accommodation on the Himalayan Journey is on a single basis.

Meals

All breakfasts and celebratory dinner on Day 1 included. All meals provided on Camping expeditions. Lunch and Dinner are the responsibility of the participants on all other instances.

Documentation
The client(s) is/are responsible for the acquisition of passports and appropriate visas, where necessary. We recommend that such documents, as required by governments, are finalised at least six (6) weeks prior to the date of departure.

Refund
Please note that no refund shall be made for any unused portion of any itinerary. Any alteration to the journey, made by a client(s), shall be wholly at the expense of that client(s).

Use of Imagery
Kawai Purapura reserves the right to use photographs or videos taken during tours for promotional purposes. The may include, but is not limited to use online, in printed material or at public events.