Everest Adventure12 days - from $1375Mountains, monasteries, Sherpa culture and stunning views of Mount Everest The Everest region has arguably the most dramatic mountain scenery in the world and you don’t need to go all the way to Base Camp for the best views. This lodge-based trek offers sensational mountain panoramas and an insight into the lives of the Sherpa people. We fly to Lukla and trek up the Dudh Kosi Valley, surrounded by the soaring peaks of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. It’s a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, capital of the Khumbu Sherpas, but well worth it for the spectacular mountain panorama. A free day provides time to explore the local market or enjoy an optional walk towards Thami. We follow the trail to the Sherpa village Khumjung, Edmund Hillary built a hospital nearby in the 1960s and you can see the famous Yeti scalp… and draw your own conclusions as to its authenticity! Then it's back to Phakding, before descending to Lukla and the spectacular return flight to Kathmandu. Highlights
Itinerary:Day 1: Kathmandu (1360m)2: Kathmandu (1360m)3: Phakding (2652m)4: Monjo (2835m)5: Namche Bazaar (3446m)6: Namche Bazaar (3446m)7: Thyangboche (3875m)8: Khumjung (3790m)9: Phakding (2652m)10: Lukla (2800m)11: Kathmandu (1360m)12: Kathmandu (1360m) • The services of an expert English-speaking local tour leader throughout the tour, and local guides at some sites. • Return local flights from Kathmandu to Lukla • Porterage on trek. • Trek Pack while on trek valued at over US$500 – kitbag, high quality sleeping bag designed for sub-zero temperatures, inner sheet and high-altitude jacket. • Sightseeing (and entrance fees where applicable) in Kathmandu including Bodhnath Stupa, Pashupatinath and the holy Bagmati River.
Not Included:
International flights, airport departure taxes, airport departure transfer, visas, insurance, meals not listed, any optional tours and activities during free time, camera fees, excess baggage charges, showers on trek (if available), tips or gratuities and items of a personal nature. Meals: 3 breakfasts EquipmentIncluded: 09 Feb 12 Valid From: 01 Sep 11 Valid Until: 30 Jun 13 Starts/Ends: Kathmandu to Kathmandu Trip Reference: PHEV |
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| Start | End | Tour Price | Local Flight | Total Prepaid Cost in US$ | Availability | |
| 24 Mar 12 | 04 Apr 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 |  | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 11 Apr 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 |  | |
| 07 Apr 12 | 18 Apr 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 25 Apr 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 |  | |
| 21 Apr 12 | 02 May 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 28 Apr 12 | 09 May 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 05 May 12 | 16 May 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 12 May 12 | 23 May 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 19 May 12 | 30 May 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 22 Sep 12 | 03 Oct 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 10 Oct 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 06 Oct 12 | 17 Oct 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 13 Oct 12 | 24 Oct 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 31 Oct 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 03 Nov 12 | 14 Nov 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 17 Nov 12 | 28 Nov 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 01 Dec 12 | 12 Dec 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 15 Dec 12 | 26 Dec 12 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 29 Dec 12 | 09 Jan 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 26 Jan 13 | 06 Feb 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 23 Feb 13 | 06 Mar 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 02 Mar 13 | 13 Mar 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 09 Mar 13 | 20 Mar 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 16 Mar 13 | 27 Mar 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 03 Apr 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 30 Mar 13 | 10 Apr 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 06 Apr 13 | 17 Apr 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 13 Apr 13 | 24 Apr 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 20 Apr 13 | 01 May 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 27 Apr 13 | 08 May 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 04 May 13 | 15 May 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 11 May 13 | 22 May 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
| 18 May 13 | 29 May 13 | $1125 | $250 | $1375 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012/13 brochures, due to be published in October 2011.