11 nights
Superb views of Everest in a 2-week holiday slot
NEPAL TRIP GENERAL INFORMATION
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Temple in Kathmandu valley
Durbar square
Lukla airstrip
Walking in the Khumbu region
Lunch step en-route
Chorten and view of Nuptse, Everest
and Lhotse
View of Everest from above
Namche Bazar
The Everest Panorama Trek has been designed to give the best possible experience to those only able to spend limited time in Nepal, as the trip can easily be fitted into a two-week period. Although relatively easy compared to some other treks in the region, it takes you along spectacular high trails to Tengboche Monastery (3850m) via the Sherpa capital of`Namche Bazaar and offers superb views of the worlds highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku and Ama Dablam amongst many others. A fantastic trip and rightly a popular choice for a first time visit to the area.
THE ITINERARY
The following itinerary is for guidance only, as things are subject to change at the last minute. We will, however, endeavour to keep as close to this as possible.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Meet our staff and transfer to your hotel. Welcome dinner and briefing about the trek/tour. (D)
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing. Optional (price included) sightseeing trip to Bouddhanath, the biggest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, and then to Pashupatinath, the biggest Hindu Temple and finally to Bhaktapur, a typical Newar village where the culture has remained unchanged for many years. (B)
Day 03: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,640m). Transfer to Tribhuvan airport for the flight to Lukla. The trekking starts by passing through Chaurikharka village, and makes a descent towards the Dudh Kosi Ghat (2,530m). The trail follows the right bank of the Dudh Kosi River until a tea house at Phakding is reached. This first day is short to allow for acclimatization. (B,L,D)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m). After breakfast, the trail winds along the river, crossing it at a number of points by means of wooden bridges at Benkar (2,713m), Jorsale (2,804m) and two Hillary bridges at the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi Rivers. After lunch, it is an uphill climb towards Namche Bazaar. In this important village, you will find shops, a health clinic, banks, and telephone services. (B,L,D)
Day 05: Namche to Khumjung (3,780m). In the morning take a look around the shops and Sherpa houses, observe their culture and life style in this beautiful valley surrounded by high hills and majestic snow-capped mountain peaks. A hike to the Everest view hotel in Syangboche will be a good option. In the afternoon there is a short trek to Khumjung, where we will be spending the night. Ths day is intended for acclimatization purposes, hence a relaxed start and short walk. From here the views of the Himalaya ahead are superb. "B,L,D"
Day 06: Khumjung to Tengboche (3,867m). The view from the trail is quite simply superb. First we descend to Pangboche for lunch and then descend further to the Dhudh Kosi river. After crossing it, the trail goes easily up to Diboche and then Tengboche, our village for the night. Here is the world famous Tengboche monastery, and equally famous and stunning views, including Everest as it peeks above the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. (B,L,D)
Day 107: Tengboche to Monjo (2,850m). Walking down from the monastery, you eventually reach Phunki Tenga before then climbing up gradually through a forest. Once you are out of the forest, you will be walking along a ridge from where you can see some of the deepest gorges in Nepal. Namche Bazaar is reached in about 5 hours and Monjo about 1 hour further. (B,L,D)
Day 08: Trek to Lukla. The trek back to Lukla takes about 5-6 hours, and as ever the scenery is constantly changing. This will be the last true 'trekking' night, so a farewell dinner party will be arranged where, should you wish (and if you haven't already!), you can also try two local alcoholic beverages 'Chang' and 'Rakshi.' (B,L,D)
Day 09: Fly to Kathmandu.We take an early flight back to Kathmandu and back to the hotel. (B)
Day 10: Kathmandu at leisure. Free day to spend as you wish. This day is also a useful back-up in case our flight from Luka is delayed due to bad weather.(B)
Day 11: Kathmandu at leisure. Free day. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner. (B,D)
Day 12: Back home. Drive to airport for return journey back home. "B"
PRE-TRIP MEETING.
We wll be offering at least one informal pre-trip meeting, at a date and location to suit group members. This will be so that everyone can get together and meet prior to the trip, at a place where we can walk or climb, as well as having a meal and a beer or two in the evening.
FLIGHTS
This trip is priced excluding international flights. This is to allow a flexible approach for anyone wishing to travel out early, stay on later, or join from another country. We will, however, give you full help and guidance in booking an appropriate flight, and this often means that many of the team will travel together. Further details will be supplied with your booking confirmation, but as a guideline you should allow a cost of around £600 for a return flight from the UK.
COST
The cost for the trip KTM-KTM is £995.
To book, enquire about availability or for further information, please email Pete or call 01340 871071.
START DATES:
2008: September 28th.
2009: April 6th, September 27th.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
International and domestic airport pick-up and drop-off.
Welcome and farewell dinners.
3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Sightseeing with English speaking guide.
Sightseeing entry fee and transport.
Return internal flights to Lukla.
Tea House accommodation during the trek.
Highly experienced and first-aid trained English speaking trekking guide.
Transport by private coach.
Meals as detailed above (B,L,D).
Conservation permit.
Trekking registration certificate.
Required numbers of porters including insurance and equipment.
Meals/accommodation/salary/insurance/equipment for guide/cook/porters.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
International flights.
Personal trekking equipment.
Meals other than mentioned above.
Drinks and bar bill.
Tipping.
Personal insurance, emergency evacuation insurance and visas.
Airport departure taxes.
Any other things that are not mentioned in 'included'.