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This wonderful lodge-based trek explores
the spectacular world of the Annapurna
Himal, one of the most culturally rich and
intensely scenic areas of Nepal. We’ve crafted
a trek that grants superb views of the
mountains (so close they seem within arm’s
reach) as you hike from one lodge to the
next under the gaze of mighty Annapurna,
Dhaulagiri, Machapuchare, and other
soaring, ice-clad peaks. And it’s all at a
comfortable elevation—no higher than
7,300 feet! Our cozy mountain lodges are
perfectly positioned to take full advantage
of the amazing views. After our trek,
you’ll head to Temple Tree Resort & Spa, a
delightful retreat near Phewa Lake in the
Pokhara Valley, an ideal spot to relax after
our exhilarating adventure.
Days 1-2 Kathmandu Kathmandu’s intriguing
sights include Bodhnath, a 1,400-year-old
stupa attracting pilgrims from across Buddhist
Asia, and Pashupatinath, a Hindu temple
set on the riverbank with cremation ghats
(platform steps) and wandering sadhus
(holy men).
Days 3-9 Annapurna Foothills Trek In
the foothills of the Annapurnas, our trek skirts
picturesque mountain hamlets and lush
rhododendron forests, with the snowy summits of
Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machapuchare
gleaming beneath the sapphire sky. In Ghandruk,
with its maze of cobbled lanes and welcoming
Gurung hill people, an Exploration Day allows us
to meet villagers and learn about their culture.
We may pass donkey and mule caravans on the
trail as they bring goods to and from the Gurung
settlements. Along the way, experience the magic of
the Himalaya while staying in cozy lodges offering
stupendous mountain vistas. Private rooms feature
comfortable beds, solar-heated showers, and en
suite bathrooms. Our return trek leads through
wooded hillsides and terraced farmlands to the
floor of the Pokhara Valley, where we’ll explore
from the comfort of the Temple Tree Resort & Spa.
Days 10-12 Kathmandu Return to Kathmandu
and depart on Day 12, or join one of our
exciting extensions.
Our lodges are very comfortable and offer striking mountain views—especially during sunrise and sunset. PHOTO: COLIN MONTEATH
HIGHLIGHTS
• Trek in the Himalaya without very high
altitudes!
• Enjoy a perfect balance of trekking and
cultural immersion
• Relax in beautifully located lodges with
breathtaking vistas
DETAILS
• 12-day trip begins and ends in Kathmandu
• 4 nights hotel, 7 nights luxury lodges
• All meals included except 4 lunches and
5 dinners
DATES
Oct 12-23, 2016
Nov 11-22
Dec 27, 2016-Jan 7, 2017
Feb 15-26, 2017
Mar 9-20
Oct 15-26
Nov 15-26
Dec 27, 2017-Jan 7, 2018
Feb 12-23, 2018
Mar 12-23
TRIP COST
$3295 (4-12 members)
Single supplement: $850
Internal airfare: $265 (subject to change)
Scenic Everest Flight extension: from $275
Seti River and Tharu Lodge extension:
from $1285
TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
6-day trek on moderate trails, 3-5 hours a
day, altitudes between 3,000-7,300 feet
FOR A DETAILED ITINERARY: 1.800.368.2794 OR EMAIL 92