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Everest via Gokyo
21 days ex Kathmandu
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Relish the pristine beauty of Gokyo Lakes, trek over the challenging Cho-La pass en route to Everest base Camp. Visit remote monasteries; Stay in mountain teahouses; Admire spectacular Himalayan vistas. Experience the famed amiability and hospitality of the 'Sherpa' people.
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: 6
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (3 nts), teahouse lodges (17 nts)
Transportation: Plane, bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Active
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow USD $400 for meals not included.
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| Call (888) 291-0999 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6603826 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Kathmandu | Discover the sights and scents of buzzing Kathmandu. | | Day 2 | Phakding | Take an easy hike through the lush landscape of the Himalayan lowlands, in the region of the legendary Sherpas. | | Days 3-17 | Everest Trek | From a gentle rise through rhodondendron and magnolia forests to an arduous climb to base camp, this Everest Trek will test your mettle and delight your senses. Traverse the glorious Gokyo region, rising along narrowly crafted staircases and steep passes to take in the five stunning lakes. Descend through plains filled with yak herders and stop in at the tea shops of Kenjoma to recover with a hot brew. | | Day 18 | Lukla | Wind down with a walk through scrub forests to the ambient village of Lukla. | | Days 19-21 | Kathmandu | Celebrate the amazing trek with a meal and some reminiscing in a comfortable Kathmandu cafe. |
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time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
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