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Everest Base Camp
15 days ex Kathmandu
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Experience the exhilaration of reaching Everest base camp, Visit remote monasteries, Admire spectacular Himalayan vistas, Stay in mountain teahouses, Explore exciting Kathmandu,
An unforgettable expedition into the most mountainous corner of the world, the Nepalese Himalayas. Everest has traditionally been the ultimate goal for mountaineers and on this challenging expedition, we head towards the Everest base camp. Explore the mountains and valleys around the towering peak, while learning about the traditions and cultures of the famous Sherpa, also spending time in exotic Kathmandu.
Physical Rating: 5
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (2 nts), teahouse lodges (12 nts)
Transportation: Plane, bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Active
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Kathmandu | An excellent launching point for the adventure ahead, vibrant and eclectic Kathmandu is rich in artistic and cultural heritage and full of fascinating sights. If you arrive early, check out Durbar Square, home to the palace of the Kumari Devi, who is considered to be a living goddess. | | Days 2-13 | Everest Base Camp | Enjoy an opportunity of a lifetime, trekking to magnificent Everest's base camp. Surrounded by the world's most remote and breathtaking mountain scenery, rest overnight in local teahouses and explore the diversity of Himalayan traditions and religion. Gain a respect for the might of Everest and learn about Sherpa culture, chatting with guides who have reached the summit in the village of Phortse Gaon. Following remote mountain paths, cross glaciers, traverse valleys and climb high passes to ascend to the foot of Mt Everest, acclimatising to high altitudes on the way. From base camp, make a tough walk to Kala Pathar at 5,545 m for unforgettable views of Everest, Lhotse and the jagged peaks of this awe-inspiring region. Take it easy on the descent, calling in at Tengboche Monastery and the Sherpa Heritage Foundation, and bidding the mountain goodbye as you leave its slopes. | | Days 14-15 | Kathmandu | The flight from Lukla back to the capital is short and rewarding, with great views back across our conquered Himalayan slopes. Soak up more of Kathmandu's atmosphere with a spot of shopping among the network of street markets. If shopping is not your thing, take a trip over the Bagmati River to the adjacent city of Patan, with its abundance of temples and monasteries. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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