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Imagine trekking amid the glorious peaks of the Himalaya
by day and savoring the comforts of a cozy lodge each
night—you can do it on this superb trek! High trails bring
you through traditional Sherpa villages nestled below
the highest mountains on earth, to exquisite Tengboche
Monastery, where Everest’s unmistakable diamond summit
is visible, to Pangboche, with its views of Ama Dablam,
and to cloud-perched Phortse, with its traditional culture.
Our circle trek also includes a special Exploration Day to
hike up to Ama Dablam Base Camp for jaw-dropping views
of one the most revered mountains in
the Khumbu. Fabulous Himalayan
panoramas, wonderful encounters with
the unforgettable Sherpa people,
welcoming lodges—this is the best way
to trek in the Himalaya.
Days 1-5 Kathmandu / Lukla / Namche
Bazaar / Khumjung After exploring
Kathmandu, fly to Lukla and hike to the
Sherpa market town of Namche Bazaar.
Namche holds the headquarters of
Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park,
established in 1976 as the first national
park in the Himalaya. From Namche,
our acclimatization hikes bring us to the
picturesque villages of Khumjung and
Khunde, home to thriving Sherpa communities.
Days 6-7 Tengboche / Pangboche Hiking
up to Tengboche Monastery (12,650'), we
are in the spiritual center of the Khumbu
and gloriously surrounded by spectacular
mountains. Tengboche, always alive with
activity, is festooned with prayer flags
in the five colors representing the five Buddhist elements:
earth, wind, fire, water, and space. Our trails lead farther to
Pangboche, site of the oldest monastery in the Khumbu and
known for its incredible views of Ama Dablam. Here you
have the option to hike to Ama Dablam Base Camp (15,400').
Throughout the trek, our overnights are in lodges, most with
private facilities in the guestrooms.
Days 8-14 Phortse / Syangboche / Lukla / Kathmandu We
circle down a high trail along the Imja Valley, enjoying views of
Tengboche and Ama Dablam as we make our way to tranquil
Phortse, a culturally well-preserved village off the main Everest
trail. At Syangboche (12,730'), we soak up our last enchanting
views of Everest, then hike to Lukla. Fly to Kathmandu on
Day 12 and depart on Day 14, or join one of our extensions.
EXTEND YOUR ADVENTURE
• Game viewing at Tharu Lodge near Chitwan National Park
• Scenic Everest flight—the best close-up views!
• Ankgor, Cambodia’s breathtaking city of temples
“The trip was
masterfully
designed—we had
an absolute ball.
Nepal is such a
beautiful country
with wonderful
people. We will
cherish our
memories of this
journey.”
Matthew F., Fort Worth TX
Sacred Ama Dablam is one of the most spectacular peaks in the Everest region.
PHOTO: PATRICK YEUNG KAI PAK
LEILA THOMPSON
HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a spectacular trek
among majestic giants of
the Himalaya
• Overnights in the Khumbu’s
best lodges—no camping!
• Experience the renowned
Sherpa culture, visit
Tibetan Buddhist
monasteries
DETAILS
• 14-day trip begins and
ends in Kathmandu
• 4 nights first-class hotel,
7 nights luxury lodges,
2 nights family-owned
Sherpa lodges
• All meals included except
3 lunches and 4 dinners
DATES
Nov 10-24, 2016
Mani Rimdu Festival
Dec 6-19
Dec 20, 2016-Jan 2, 2017
Feb 7-20, 2017
Feb 28-Mar 13
Mar 14-27
Apr 4-17
Apr 18-May 1
Oct 10-23
Oct 31-Nov 14
Mani Rimdu Festival
Nov 19-Dec 2
Dec 4-17
Dec 20, 2017-Jan 2, 2018
Feb 12-25, 2018
Mar 5-18
Mar 27-Apr 9
Apr 15-28
TRIP COST
$3995 (4-12 members)
Single supplement: $1225
Internal airfare: $375
(subject to change)
Mani Rimdu Festival
surcharge: $200
Tharu Lodge extension:
from $720
Scenic Everest Flight
extension: from $275
Temples of Angkor
extension: from $770
TRIP LEVEL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
9-day trek on moderate
to steep trails, 3-6 hours
a day, altitudes between
9,000-13,035 feet