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NEPAL - TIBET - BHUTAN - INDIA - CHINA

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2007/2008

ContentsP.1 Welcome

P.2 Why traveling with Explore Himalaya?

P.3 Traveling responsibly

P.3 Trek and grade fitness

NEPALP.4 Annapurna Base Camp

P.5 Annapurna Circuit

P.5 A week below Everest

P.6 Gokyo, Kala Pattar & Everest Base Camp

P.6 Everest Base Camp

P.7 Mera Peak & Amphu Labtsa

P.7 Island Peak & Everest Base Camp

P.8 Kathmandu, Chitwan with Rafting

P.8 Kathmandu, Pokhara and Jomson

P.9 Everest Experience

P.9 Biking around Kathmandu Valley

P.10 Volunteering in Nepal

P.10 Wonderland of Himalayas

P.11 Mountaineering in Nepal

P.12 Special interest Tours

P.12 Climbing course

P.13 Helicopter tour

P.13 Event Management

TIBETP.14 Everest Advanced Base Camp

P.15 Kharta Valley trek

P.15 Lhasa & Mt. Kailash

P.16 Lhasa, Guge Kingdom & Mt. Kailash

P.16 Everest's West Side: Trek the Loh La

P.17 Lhasa - Everest Base Camp - Kathmandu

Overland tour

P.17 Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour

P.18 Lhasa - Everest Base Camp - Kathmandu

P.18 Lhakpa Ri Climbing

P.19 Mountaineering in Tibet

P.19 Central Tibet Cultural Tour

CHINAP.20 Beijing to Kathmandu by train

BHUTANP.21 Dragon Heart Experience

P.22 Gangtey Valley tour

P.22 Chomolhari trek

P.23 Classic Laya Trek

P.23 Druk path Trek

INDIAP.24 Rajasthan Tour

P.25 South-india Tour

P.25 Golden Triangle

P.26 Himalayan Journey

P.26 Makha valley Trek

P.27 Guicha La Trek

P.27 Kinnaur Kailash MountainTrek

P.28 General information

P.29 Booking conditions


Explore Himalaya Travel & Adventure

Amrit Marg, Bhagwan Bahal, Thamel,

Kathmandu, Nepal

Tel: +977-1-4418100, +977-1-4418400,

Fax: +977-1-4412888

[email protected]

Welcome to the World of Explore Himalayas !

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Whether you visit the Himalayan region for a relaxed holiday or to experience the wilderness of the Mountains, you will

be guaranteed an experience of a lifetime. For over a decade we have operated trekking trips, peak climbing and

mountaineering expeditions, wildlife safari and mountain biking tours and have brought long memories to more than

15000 guests. With more than 120 trips over 4 different countries, we have designed trips for everyone from popular

hiking trips in the Annapurna and Everest areas to a mountain biking tour in a remote region of Bhutan. Our trips have

been designed with one objective: to give you the best of each country. We operate unique itineraries supported by

unique people.

This year, we are introducing some exciting new trips which will give you a chance to get deeper into the Chinese,

Tibetan and Nepalese culture. The new “High Train to Tibet” 18 days trip has been designed to combine a visit to Beijing

and its incredible historical architecture, an adrenaline-fuelled journey on the highest train in the world to Lhasa and an

overland tour to Kathmandu through high Plateau and ancient Buddhist temples. To let you enjoy new experience we

have designed several new trekking & cultural programs in India and Bhutan that give you meaningful insight into local

area and culture in the best possible way.

We have brought together an excellent team of well-trained local and Western staff, and our “friendly leaders in the

field” have an outstanding track record, both in respect to their group's achievements on treks and climbs and to their

personal accomplishments in various specialized fields. We are also immensely concern about the environment and the

local community. Our “Community Service Program” is aimed to let rural people of Nepal benefit from tourism. We

believe in 'Sustainable Tourism' through Eco-friendly Practices and our goal is to protect and preserve this beautiful

environment for future generations.

With the peace accord signed between Nepali government and Maoists, the country is striving further to win back its

lost pride as 'paradise on earth' and hope a peaceful era of bygone days will last forever.

Suman Pandey

President of Explore Himalaya

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Tour Leader / Trek GuideOur highly trained, experienced, multilingual and professional tour leaders

embody Explore Himalaya's commitments and professional philosophy. They are

thoroughly versed in cultural, historical, geographical, social and economical

aspects of each travel destination our clients wish to visit. They are always very

sensitive for the safety and well being of our travelers. Giving our clients a

memorable and pleasurable trip of a lifetime always remains their prime

objective.

Small groupsWe bring together a small group of like minded people to give them more

memorable and insightful travel experience with an invaluable opportunity to

interact with each other in a fun-filled environment. This not just helps in

building amazing rapport between our clients but can double their pleasure while

traveling. Our travel group on fixed departure trips generally comprise of

maximum 12 members.

ProfessionalismFor more than a decade, we at Explore Himalaya with our excellent team of well-

trained, experienced and goal-driven staffs backed up by an outstanding

professional track record have been leading travel business in Nepal with the

hard earned respect, credibility, trust and love of more than 15000 of our clients.

Our philosophy is grounded on a genuine commitment to provide highest level

of customer satisfaction by concentrating on consistent high quality service, great

teamwork, absolute professionalism, accountability, credibility and trust-building

with our clients.

SafetyExplore Himalaya always regard safety of its clients as utmost priority. Prior to

venturing into a rafting trip, rafters are thoroughly briefed about the safety

measures and rafting guidelines. Our river guide, having absolute expertise on

white water rafting, CPR, swift water rescue and emergency wilderness first aid,

accompanies rafters through out their trip. Rafts are of high quality and can

survive wildest of rapids. Only after wearing helmets, life jackets and river-

friendly clothes rafters will be allowed to take a rafting trip. We ensure that

mountain bikers are equipped with a riding kit comprising cables, brake pads,

food, water, a bigger first aid kit, crank remover, spare spokes, cassette remover,

and extra clothing to remain protected from unseen danger. During strenuous

trekking also, we ensure that the trekking team is within safety parameters.

Trekking itineraries are designed in such a manner that the trekking crew can

lead a safe journey after thorough acclimatization. We arrange hygienic food and

safe drinking water to our clients. Our tour leaders and staff are trained

professionals in crisis management. Only upon identifying all potential safety

hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures, we offer our clients

travel of a lifetime.

Why travel with Explore Himalaya?

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in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. The site contains detailed descriptions of all

our trips including trip fact, map, altitude chart, detailed itinerary and much

more. We are constantly updating our website with our latest news, special offers

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We ensure that all porters and all other staffs are provided with adequate clothing equipment and good working wages. We are

the first ever company to supply high-altitude porters with crampons. Our insurance policy covers life insurance for porters and

emergency helicopter insurance. We design and promote safe work environments where motivated staffs can flourish and reach

their highest potential. We support the career aspirations of our staffs. Frequents training are provided to make the staffs more

competent and highly skilled. We run the trek according to the guidelines of the International Porter Protection group (IPPG -

www.ippg.net).

As a responsible ecotourism company, Explore Himalaya is very committed in raising awareness of all travelers towards the

conservation of natural and cultural heritages and the cultural integrity of local communities. We believe that ecotourism can

offer tourists an enlightening participatory travel experience to environments and in case of the local community a valuable

economic opportunity along with the conservation and sustainable use of nature for future generations. Undeniably, ecotourism

has a greater potential of becoming a leading source of revenues for Nepal. Henceforth, we aim to cultivate a strong sense of

responsibility to foster sound ecotourism development in Nepal.

With the increasing tourism in the Himalayas, the natural resources are dwindling on being exposed to more pollution and

environmental threats. Explore Himalaya's prime concerns are focused on environment conservation and management. We also

strive to preserve fragile and endangered eco-systems.

Prior to traveling to the Himalayas, Explore Himalaya thoroughly educates its clients on how they should abide by certain

guidelines and measures to conserve environment and respect Nature while exploring the cultural heritages of Nepal and other

travel destinations. We strongly dissuade the practice of setting camp fires and using kerosene as an alternative fuel to wood for

cooking so as to exterminate the chances of deforestation which is one of the greatest environmental threats Nepal is facing

today. We also discourage trekkers from using wood-fuelled hot showers in lodges and it is quite a relief to see that many lodges

now provide solar hot showers which is undeniably a far more eco-friendly alternative. We are highly caution about alerting our

staffs and clients regarding the impacts of garbage disposal on the environment. When it comes to garbage management, after

trekking or mountaineering our environment-friendly staffs dispose the garbage in the areas allocated by Nepal government.

Our aim is to help protect and preserve this beautiful environment for future generations of trekkers to enjoy.

All our trekking programs featured in this brochure are classified into three different categories according to their level of

difficulty. Our grading systems should only be taken as a general guideline; it is up to you to judge your own fitness, ability and

mental and physical stamina.

Soft Adventure treks These treks are only about a week to 10 days in duration. They generally don't go above 4000 meter and each day, you can

expect to be walking for around 4 5 hours. They are a perfect introduction to trekking in Nepal. The activity level is fairly easy

but don't expect it to be all easy going, there will still be some big hills to climb as well as the well-known 'Nepali flat' a little bit

up and a little bit down.

Moderate to fairly challenging treksLonger treks going right into high mountain country, to some of the famous mountaineering Base Camps over high passes.

Physically quite tiring, involves approx 6-8 hours trekking along rocky ridges of high Himalayan peaks. No previous experience

required, you should be moderately fit, used to some regular exercise and enjoy walking in the high altitude conditions.

Strenuous treks Longer treks that go far beyond the normal haunts of trekkers and tourists, to remote areas of the country where the landscapes

are wild and untamed and where the local inhabitants have seen little change in their way of life for centuries- untouched

corners of an increasingly crowded planet. Physically challenging, likely to include unfavorable weather conditions and

strenuous activities. Definitely not for beginners

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Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

Trekking in the shadow of

Annapurnas - 16 days ex KathmanduA moderate trek, that starts at Phedi a

short drive of about 45 minutes from

Pokhara, takes you to the foot [Base Camp,

4130m] of the Mt. Annapurna, one of the

most magnificent peak in the world.

Passing through fascinating traditional

villages of Gurung, Magar, Thakali and

rhododendron forest with the towering

snowy peaks in the background. The

return walk is even more interesting as it

follows the different ridges towards

Ghorepani, where you will be greeted with

a superb views of sun rising over

Annapurna & Dhaulagiri peaks

The trek will be even more interesting in

Spring as the whole forest along the trail

turns red, pink and white with

rhododendron flowers. This trip can be

done anytime of the year except monsoon

[july & August].

Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu

Day 02 Sightseeng in Kathmandu

Day 03 Flight to Pokhara & drive to

Phedi, trek to Dhampus [1700m]

Day 04 Trek to Landrung [1550m]

Day 05 Trek to Chomrong [2100m]

Day 06 Trek to Himalaya hotel [2850m]

Day 07 Rest day

Day 08 Trek to Machhapuchhare base

camp [3700m]

Day 09 Trek to Annapurna south base

camp [4130m]

Day 10 Trek to Chomrong [2100m]

Day 11 Trek to Ghandrunk [1940m]

Day 12 Trek to Banthanti [2410m]

Day 13 Trek to Ghorepani [2880m]

Day 14 Trek to Nayapul, drive to

Pokhara

Day 15 Fly to Kathmandu

Day 16 Depart Kathmandu

Trip length: 16 Days

Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging

Group size: Maximum 12

Starts in: Kathmandu

Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Lodge and Hotel

Transportation: Flight & private car

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek

Altitude maximum: 4130m

TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

DATES & PRICE

DEPARTURES 2007/200820 Mar, 5 Apr, 5 May, 12 Sept, 8 Oct

PRICEUSD 890 on twin Sharing

Nepal with its unsurpassed range of environments, ranging from the lowland of Terai through sub-

tropical forests and lush terraced farmland to the summit of the highest peak on earth Mt. Everest,

offers endless Himalayan activities such as trekking, mountaineering, rafting, wildlife safari,

mountain biking, cultural & historical exploration. With eight out of the fourteen highest mountains

over 8000 meters on earth, Nepal is well known as the paradise for trekkers and mountaineers.

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Annapurna Circuit Trekking

The classic route along the

Marshyangsi, over the Thorung La

(5416) & decent of the Kali Gandaki

Valley - 21 days ex Kathmandu

This is a magnificent trek in two different

river valleys, which encircles the

Annapurna Massive crossing Thorong La

[5416 m.] the highest pass on this trek. The

trek begins at Besisahar in the Marsyangdi

river valley after a drive of about seven

hours from Kathmandu and finally

concludes at Kali Gandaki river valley. All

along the way, the beautiful mountain

scenery and fascinating village life will

keep you enthralled, day after day.

A moderate to challenging trek which

sometime requires to walk on the steep up

and down mountain path can be done

anytime of the year except monsoon and

severe winter when the Thorong pass gets

blocked by snow.

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02 Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley

Day 03 Drive to Besi Sahar [820m] [drive

approx 6 hours]

Day 04 Trek to Khudi [790m]

Day 05 Trek to Bahundanda [1310m]

Day 06 Trek to Jagat [1290m]

Day 07 Trek to Dharpani [1920m]

Day 08 Trek to Chame [2630m]

Day 09 Trek to Pisang [3190m]

Day 10 Trek to Manang [3520m]

Day 11 Rest day in Manang [3520m]

Day 12 Trek to Letdar [4250m]

Day 13 Trek to Thorung Phedi [4500m]

Day 14 Trek to Muktinath [3800m]

Day 15 Trek to Marpha [2665m]

Day 16 Trek to Lete [2470m]

Day 17 Trek to Tatopani [1160m]


Day 19 Trek to Birenthanti [1050m] &

drive to Pokhara

Day 20 Flight to Kathmandu

Day 21 Depart KathmanduTrip length: 21 Days



Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H


Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

during the trek

Maximum altitude: 5416m

Maximum 12

otel & lodge

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DEPARTURES 2007/2008


27 Mar, 12 Apr, 5 May, 19 Sep, 15 Oct

A Week Below Everest Trekking

Exploring the Everest area & its

highlights within a short visit - 11

days ex KathmanduA weeklong easy trek that takes you to

the closest proximity to the Mt. Everest,

world's highest peak which lies in the

Khumbu region, through amazing

Sherpa village and to many famous

monasteries. The highest point on this

trip is Pangboche at an elevation of 3908

meter. Throughout the trek you will

have a magnificent views of Mt Everest

[8848m], Lhotse [8501m], Nuptse

[7879m], Ama Dablam [6856m],

Thamserku [6608m] and Kantega

[6685m], the great glaciers, snowfields

and ice ridges. Each day's walk involves

about six to seven hours hiking.

Best time for doing this trip is March to

May and September to December.



Day 03 Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding

Day 04 Trek to Namche (3450m)

Day 05 Trek to Khumjung[3786m]

Day 06 Trek to Thayngboche[3864m]

Day 07 Excursion to Pangboche[3908m]

Day 08 Trek to Chumoa[27008m]

Day 09 Trek to Lukla[2900m]




Grade: Soft Trek


Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: F

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

during the trek

Maximum altitude:

Maximum 12

otel and lodge

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3908m

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Gokyo, Kala Pattar & Everest Base Camp Trekking

Trek to Gokyo, Kala Patter &

Everest Base Camp with a crossing

of Cho La at 5420m - 19 days ex

Kathmandu An ultimate challenge to the ambitious

trekkers, this moderate to challenging

graded trek takes to you to the foot of

Mt. Everest traversing challenging high

Cho La pass at an elevation of 5420

meter. Also included is the opportunity

to Trek to the summit of both Gokyo Ri

[5483m.] and Kala Pattar [5554m.] for

magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse,

Nuptse, Makalu and Cho Oyu etc. A visit

to Everest Base Camp will also allow you

to have a closer look at the spectacular

Khumbu Icefall.

This trek requires you to be moderately fit

but not necessarily an experienced

trekker. Considering the snow condition

over Cho La Pass the trek may not be

advisable during winter [January &

February] and monsoon period [July &

August].



Day 03 Flight to Lukla & Trek to

Phakding [2656m]

Day 04 Trek to Namche [3450m]

Day 05 Rest Day in Namche

Day 06 Trek to Dole [4084m]

Day 07 Trek to Machermo

Day 08 Rest Day in Machermo

Day 09 Trek to Gokyo [4750m]

Day 10 Rest Day - Ascent of Gokyo Ri

[5483m]

Day 11 Trek to Tragnag [4690m]

Day 12 Trek to Lobuche [4928m]

Day 13 Trek to Gorak Shep [5184m]

Day 14 Trek to Everest Base Camp

[5357m] & Return to Gorak Shep.

Day 15 Trek to Pangboche [3985m]


Day 17 Trek to Lukla [2800m]






Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: Flight


Maximum altitude:

Maximum 12

otel & camping

5554m

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Everest Base Camp Trekking

A direct approach to the foot of the

world’s highest mountain - 16 days

ex KathmanduA leisurely two week itinerary which

allows a direct approach to the foot of

the Mt. Everest, world's highest peak

through enchanting Sherpa high country

and unspoilt legendry monasteries. This

itinerary also allows you to climb Kala

Pattar, a 5554 meters mound on the way

to the Everest B.C, which is the superb

vantage point for magnificent views of

southwest face of the Everest and

surrounding mountains. The trail along

the Khumbu Glacier further takes you to

the foot of the Everest where you can

have a closer look at the Khumbu Ice

fall.

This moderate trek, which takes you up

to the elevation of 5554 meters, can be

done during March to May [spring

season] and September to December

[autumn season].


Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 03 Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding [2656m

Day 04 Trek to Namche (3450m)]

Day 05 Rest Day in Namche

Day 06 Trek to Thayngboche[3867m]

Day 07 Trek to Pheriche [4252m]

Day 08 Rest Day in Pheriche



Day 11 Trek to EBC (5357m), Back to Gorak Shep


Day 13 Trek to Namche (3450m)

Day 14 Trek to Lukla (2800m)






Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: F


Maximum altitude: 5554

Maximum 12

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Mera Peak (6654m) & Amphu Labtse Peak Climbing

Climb of Nepal’s highest trekking

peak & crossing of demanding

Amphu Labtsa - 25 days ex

Kathmandu

Standing proudly erect at an altitude of

6654m, Mera Peak is the most popular

trekking destination and is the highest

trekking peak in Nepal. This fairly

challenging trek has been designed to

cater to trekkers’ adventure needs to

explore Mera peak from length to breadth.

On scaling the summit of Mera Peak, we

can have the most spectacular view of

entire Himalayan ranges. To double the

excitement and challenges, we have

chosen the longer route along high and

strenuous Amphu Labtsa pass at 5787

meter. This program allows sufficient time

for any reasonably physically fit person to

make a comfortable ascent of this most

spectacular of the Nepalese trekking

peaks. Best time for this trip would be

from September to December and March

to June.


Day 02 Sightseeing in Katmandu

Day 03 Flight to Lukla [2850m]

Day 04 Trek to Chutanga [3050m]

Day 05 At Chutanga

Day 06 Trek to Tuli kharka [4300m]

Day 07 Trek to Mosum kharka [3700m]

Day 08 Trek to Tangnag [4350m]

Day 09-10 At Tangnag

Day 11 Trek to Khare [5000m]

Day 12 Khare upper end [5500m]

Day 13 Trek up to campsite by lower part

of Hinku Nup glacier

Day 14 Rest day

Day 15 The ascent [6654m]

Day 16 Spare day

Day 17 Trek up to grass campsite [5000m]

Day 18 Trek to Panch Pokhari [5400m]

Day 19 At Panch Pokhari

Day 20 Trek to camp at Amphu [5300m]

[by the side of Imja glacier]


Day 22 Trek to Namche bazaar [3450m]





Grade:


Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: Flights & private car



Strenuous Trek

Maximum 12

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Island Peak (6173m) & Everest Base Camp Peak Climbing

Trek to Kala Pattar, Everest Base

Camp & ascent of Island Peak - 22

days ex Kathmandu Located on top of the Chukung glacier

between Ama Dablam and Lhotse

Mountains, Island Peak is the most

sought after trekking destination. Each

year more than 300 groups attempt to

scale the summit of Island peak. This

trek offers an excellent opportunity to

achieve a Himalayan Summit [6173m]

together with an exhilarating Trek to the

Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar. The

most difficult section is a mixed rock

and ice wall at a slope of around 45

degrees leading to the narrow summit

ridge.

This trip can be done during March to

May and September to December.

A physically fit and acclimatized person

is well qualified to make an ascent over

this Peak.


Day 02 Sightseeing in Katmandu

Day 03 Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

[2652m]


Day 05 Rest day in Namche

Day 06 Trek to Tengboche [3867m]

Day 07 Trek to Pheriche [4252m]

Day 08 Rest day in Pheriche



Day 11 Trek to Everest base camp

[5357m]

Day 12 Trek to Dingboche [4350m]

Day 13 Trek to Chukhung [4750m]

Day 14 Trek to island peak base camp

[5150m]

Day 15 Trek to high camp

Day 16 Ascent of island peak [6173m]

Day 17 Spare day







Grade:


Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: F



Strenuous Trek

Maximum 12

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lights & private car

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Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park with rafting Cultural Tour

Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu

Day 02 Sightseeing Kathmandu

Day 03 Raft to Kuringhat

Day 04 Raft to Mungling

Day 05 Safari Excursion in Royal

Chitwan National Park

Day 06 Return Kathmandu

Day 07 Depart

Trip length: 7 Days

Activity: Sightseeing tour, Rafting &

Wildlife Safari


Ends in: Kathmandu

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Sun Kosi River White Water Rafting

Day 01 Early morning drive to Balephi

(65 Km), Start rafting from Balephi, Raft

up to Dolalghat

Day 02 Pucharghat

Day 03 Dhani Ghat

Day 04 Harkapur

Day 05 Raighat

Day 06 Rest day to Explore around (nice

spot for viewing Mt. Everest)

Day 07 Raswaghat

Day 08 Riverghat

Day 09 Ranitar

Day 10 Chatara & Pick up and Drive to

Biratnagar & fly to Kathmandu


Grade: Class III - IV+


Ends in: Kathmandu

OUTLINE ITINERARYOne of the top ten best rivers in the

world - 10 days ex KathmanduSun Kosi River is an ideal destination for

pursuing a classic white water rafting

trip in Nepal. Also popularly known as

“Golden River", Sun Kosi is the longest

river cascading 270 km through

Mahabharat Lekh Mountains to the

Himalaya. Journeying through this

torrential river on an inflatable rubber

boat with life-jackets on, we have nature

accompany us all along the river trip

bestowing ample opportunity to witness

exotic wildlife in its natural habitat.

Besides this sheer awe-inspiring

whitewater rafting against roaring

rapids from put-in point below the

Village of Lamosangu to the put-out

point at Chatara, we can have cultural

encounters as we approach pristine

hamlets on terraced hillsides. En route,

we may sightsee exotic animals like

Languor monkeys, spotted deer, otter

anteater etc and many unique bird

species. Several Hindu temples come on

the way which very well worth a visit.

We conclude the trip with a flight from

Biratnagar to Kathmandu.

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7 Days ex KathmanduThis trip offers a unique and exceptional

opportunity to wildlife experience and

Nepal river rafting adventure. Royal

Chitwan National park, situated in the

tropical Terai region close to the Indian

border, houses exotic flora and fauna,

rich bird life and rare species like one-

horned Rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger.

Activities in Jungle include elephant

safari and jeep safari for sightseeing

exotic wildlife and diverse ecosystem,

canoeing, birding and a walk in the

wilderness accompanied by a trained

guide.

Biking Around Kathmandu Valley Mountain Biking



Day 03 - 06 Himalayan mountain biking

Day 07 Climb the valley's second highest

mountain Shivapuri 2732m


Trip length: 8 Days


Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel & Camping

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

during biking


TRIP DETAILSOUTLINE ITINERARY8 Days Ex KathmanduIf you enjoy Mountain Biking and wish

to experience as much of Nepal as

possible in a week holiday this 'Around

Kathmandu Mountain Biking' tour is an

excellent option. This is a 5-day biking

trip on the ridge-top trails which encircle

the Valley's rim. We travel along little-

used dirt roads away from the hustle

and bustle of the city. Only a short bike

ride away lies a delightful world of

wooded slopes, small villages, hidden

temples and the views which include all

of the principal peaks of the Nepal

Himalaya - from Makalu to the

Annapurnas providing some excellent,

easy to semi - technical single track

riding along old jeep roads. During these

five days we will experience all of the

sights, sounds, tastes and smells that

make up life in Nepal’s 'Middle Hills'.

We will visit the historic cities of Patan

and Bhaktapur, hill resort of Nagarkot.

Everest Experience Multi-activity holiday


Day 02 Full day tour to Kathmandu

Day 03 Flight to Lukla & trek to

Phakding [2656m]


Day 05 Trek to Khumjung [3786m]

Day 06 Trek to Thyangboche [3864m]

Day 07 Excursion to Pangboche [3908m]

Day 08 Trek to Chumoa [2700m]



Day 11 Drive to Kurin Ghat, raft down

Trishuli, transfer to Chitwan National

Park

Day 12 Wildlife Safari at Chitwan

National park

Day 13 Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 14 Free day in Kathmandu for

independent activities or optional

mountain biking




Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel & lodge



TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

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15 Days Ex KathmanduThis trip includes multifaceted activities

such as a weeklong trek below Mt.

Everest, a sensational white water rafting

trip on class 2-4 Trishuli River, guided

wildlife Safari in Royal Chitwan National

Park, guided tours of cultural hearts of

Kathmandu valleys and an optional easy

downhill Mt. Bike ride through

picturesque villages on the outskirt of

Kathmandu.

Family Holiday - Wonderland of Himalayas

TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARYDay 01 Arrive in Kathmandu


Day 03 Flight to Pokhara, Sightseeing and

boating on Fewa Lake

Day 04 Drive to Phedi and trek to Dhampus

[1700m]

Day 05 Trek to Landruk [1550m]

Day 06 Trek to Ghandruk [1940m]

Day 07 Rest day at Ghandruk


Day 09 Morning excursion at Poon Hill

[3193m] and Trek to Birethanti [1050m]

Day 10 Trek to Naya Pool [1340 m] and Drive

to Pokhara

Day 11 Rafting on Trisuli River and Drive to

Chitwan National Park

Day 12 Jungle activities


Day 14 1 hour Mount Everest flight and free

afternoon



Grade: Soft Trek

Minimum age of participant: 8 years old


Ends in: Kathmandu

Staffing: Fully escorted by an Explore Himalaya

leader in Nepal

Activities: Trekking trip in Annapurna, Mountain

biking or rafting trip around Pokhara, Everest flight,

safari tour in the Chitwan National Park, Boat ride

Accommodation: Hotel & Lodge

TRIP DETAILS

Volunteering in Nepal

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu,

Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu,

Day 03 Sightseeing Kathmandu- evening

briefing and discussions on further activities

Day 04 Drive to Nuwakot, participate in

volunteer services

Day 05 - 31 Continue volunteer service

Day 32 Drive to Dhunche(4-5 hrs) [1950m]

Day 33 Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2748m)

Day 34 Lama Hotel to Langtang Village

(3500m)

Day 35 Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3800m)

Day 36 Rest Day in Kyangjin

Day 37 Kyangjin to Lama Hotel (2784m)

Day 38 Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi (2000m) Day 39 Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 40 - 41 Free day in Kathmandu Day 42 Depart Kathmandu

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Gap Year Student Program in Nepal - 42 Days ex Kathmandu

This is a unique blend of various activities particularly devised for students taking a gap year.

The multi activities holiday includes a volunteering service focused on the development of local

community, cultural exchange activities, a soft adventure trek in a magnificent Langtang region

and guided visits to the cultural and historical legacies of Kathmandu valley. To make volunteer

work most exciting and highly educative, we have conceived an idea of ‘homestay program’

where we put students together with local families of the region, at least 2 to 3 students share a

family and we make sure that all the students are given a warm hospitality and maintain top

hygienic level while catering to the guests. We are very hopeful that this program offers

students a highly rewarding holiday where they can interact with local families involving

themselves in various volunteering activities such as teaching in local schools, helping local

health post, assisting in various community services and so on.

The activity concludes with a weeklong trek to Langtang region. The trek starts from Syabru

Bensi after 5-6 hours drive from Nuwakot. Following a trail upstream Bhote Kosi river through

ethnic Tamang villages, lush green forests and wide spread Kyangin valley.

Surrounded by snowy peaks from all fours sides, we ascend up to Kyangin at 3800 meter,

where we get an opportunity to ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], from where the 360 degree

mountain views are truly spectacular. After an ascent of Kyangjin Ri, we retrace our route back

down the valley to Syabru Bensi and then drive back to Kathmandu. The trek is not considered

strenuous, yet, it remains challenging as it reaches the altitude of 3800 meter at Kyangjin Ri at

4350 meter.

15 Days ex KathmanduThis low altitude trek in the

Annapurna foothills is specially

devised for families. We include time

in the traditional villages. At each

campsite you can join our crew and

the villagers in dancing, singing and

games of volleyball and cricket.

There is also time to visit the local

schools and markets where cultural

horizons are so different from our

own. During the trek you get to

witness magnificent oak and

rhododendron forests as you ascend

to alpine meadows that afford

spectacular views of the Annapurna

Range. After completing your trek

you will travel to the Chitwan

National Park and ride atop

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Mountain Climbing in Nepal

We have run 90 successful expeditions to

8000meter peaks in Nepal & Tibet either as a

local operator for many top overseas

companies or as a sole operator since our

establishment in 1997.

We offer several different approaches: 1. Customized service for a private team,

2. Western guide-assisted climbs on fixed

group departure dates,

3. Sherpa guide-assisted climbs,

4. Base camp only support and

5. ‘Permit only’ sharing service.

1. Our customized service for your private

team is tailored to suit your exact requirements.

We offer service of our expert Sherpa climbing

guide, high altitude cook and other assistants

as per your requirements. We arrange customs

in Nepal, obtain permit from government,

carry out all the necessary expedition logistics,

book flight, hotel, arrange transportations etc.

2. Our western guide-assisted service is usually

coordinated and led by Jamie McGuinness

(unless stated otherwise), our expedition

consultant who has climbed many 6000m peaks

and has summitted 8000m peaks ten times

including Mt. Everest. He has proved to be a

capable, caring organizer and very strong at

altitude. We also organize climbs in

conjunction with several other certified western

guides on fixed group departure date. The

expedition is supported by expert high Sherpa

climbing guide, cook and porters, all meals are

provided. Our administration team from office

carry out all expedition logistics.

Mt. Everest (8848m)

Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m)

Mt. Lhotse (8501)

Mt. Makalu (8475m)

Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m)

Mt. Manaslu (8156m)

Mt. Annapurna (8091m)

Mt. Ama Dablam (6812m)

Mt. Baruatse (7129m)

Popular mountaineering expeditions in Nepal

Gleaming like a silver majestic fortress, Himalayas

mountain range of Nepal boasts of having eight of

the world’s highest fourteen peaks over 8000m,

including the highest of them all, Mt. Everest and

numerous others trekking peaks between 5000m and

6500m. Equipped with top notch mountaineering

equipments, highly experienced team of Sherpa

climbers, Explore Himalaya has led over Ninety

Himalaya Mountaineering Expeditions to 8000+

meter peaks and innumerable trips to Nepal

trekking peaks below 6500 meter in the last ten years

of its operation. Our surefooted support crews are

thoroughly trained on mountaineering techniques

and are highly competent on handling all the

dangers of mountain climbing and using mountain

climbing tools.

3. Sherpa guide-assisted service is led by our

Sherpa climbers who have created history in

8000 meter peaks climbing. The team in this

service option is fully supported by assistant

sherpas, cooks, porters and all meals

provided. All expedition logistics are done by

our administration team from office.

4. Base camp support expedition

In this service option we provide cook,

kitchen staff, kitchen, food and base

camp/ABC tents for you at base camp and

advanced base camp through out expedition

period. This service is usually suitable for the

team who does not require support during

climb. In this service option you can also

share expedition permit with available

group.

5. Permit only service: If wish to relay on

yourself for meals and climbing support, you

can buy your share on expedition permit

only. We can help you get your name listed

on the expedition permit of then available

group for a reasonable fee.

Our ProfileWe have successfully organized expeditions to the summit of the following mountains: Mount

Everest (8848m), Mount Shishapangma (8027m), Cho-Oyu (8201m), Mount Lobtse (8511m), Mount

Gyachugkang (7952m), Mount Ama Dablam (6812m), Mount Makalu Barun (8463m)…

Everest Peace Project Expedition 2006The expedition team led by Mr. Lance Trumbull comprising 9 international climbers and 10

Nepali Sherpas, representing seven countries and five different religions (Christian, Muslim,

Jew, Hindu and Buddhist) reached the Summit of Mount Everest, the world's tallest

mountain, on the 18 May to promote a global community of peace, teamwork and cultural

understanding. We are very proud at Explore Himalaya to have been part of this fantastic

project and adventure broadcasted in more than a hundred countries.


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Langtang Climbing Camp Trek & Climbing Course

Within two weeks in Nepal this trip gives an

ideal cross-section of all that is the essence of this

wonderful mountain kingdom: the alleys,

courtyards, palaces and temples of Kathmandu,

the terraced "middle hills', the high glaciated

valleys and pastures, the stunning views of the

Himalaya, including several of the world's

highest peaks, and an amazing mix of cultures,

religions and races. And combined with the trek

into the dramatic Langtang Valley the main

objective will be to climb Yala Peak, technically

straightforward but very much a Himalayan

summit with stunning views in all directions and

surrounded by high, snowy peaks and glaciers.

This trip will allow participants to have a

through grounding in basic mountaineering

skills from our experienced and qualified leaders

for those who are keen to take up

mountaineering as a pursuit, or for those who are

curious about mountains and mountaineering

and simply wish to give it a try, for the enjoyment

of experience alone. Either way by the end of this

trip participants will have enough in the way of

skills, as well as the confidence gained from the

achievement, to go on to greater things in the

future-and what better place is there to learn

about mountaineering and to be inspired to climb

peaks than the Nepal Himalaya! .

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Activity: Climbing course


Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel & camping

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with

support truck


Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu

Day 02 Charter bus to Syabrubesi

Day 03 Lama Hotel (2380m)

Day 04 Langtang village (3500m)

Day 05 At Langtang Village

Day 06 Kyanjin Gompa (3800m)

Day 07 Kyanjin Gompa

Day 08 Yala peak base camp 4800 m

Day 09 Acclimatization day

Day 10 Summit day (5500 m)

Day 11 Lama Hotel

Day 12 Syabrubesi

Day 13 Drive to Kathmandu

Day 14 Sightseeing Kathmandu


OUTLINE ITINERARY

Special interest tours

Nepal, land of unlimited possibilities,

satisfies the every quest of avid travelers

looking for new experiences and

activities. To fulfill the needs of each

personality, Explore Himalaya has

designed some tours of special interest

that can be done anywhere in Nepal

depending on your requirement and

objective..

We can customize any of these trip

Traditional Nepali Mock Marriage

Shamanism (witchcraft) Tour

Yoga / meditation retreat

Photography tour

Documentary / Film shooting

Festival tour

Traditional Nepali Mock Marriage

In order to promote the Nepali culture

and traditions, Explore Himalaya has

launched a new program specially

designed for couple who wish to

experience an exotic way to renew their

vows. You will be completely immersed

in the heart of traditional Nepali

marriage and ancestral rituals.

DATES & PRICEDEPARTURES 2007/200815 Oct & 15 Dec



In order to extend our services in the

Himalayas and to provide adequate

transportation to our clients, we operate

helicopter tours in collaboration with

Fishtail Air Pvt. Ltd., a renowned

company in Nepal.

Fishtail Air was established in 1997 by an

experienced management team who has

many years of experience in helicopter

operations and in the tourism sector. We

have been operating mountain flights,

rescue flights, medical evacuation, heli-

trekking, aerial filming, heli-sightseeing

and many more since 1988.

Our team is highly specialized in the art

of helicopter operation and in the tourism

field. We have been extending a safe,

reliable and friendly helicopter service for

the past years. We give our maximum to

extend our services to your satisfaction

and as per your requirements.

So, come with us and fly to the

Helicopter Tour

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OUR TEAM

Management

Our management team at Fishtail Air Pvt.

Ltd. consists of members who are very

experienced not only in helicopter

operations but also other fields related to

the tourism industry.

Highlights of 2007/2008 include

Everest View tour (4 hours)

Langtang Valley Tour (2 hours)

Helambu Valley Tour (1.5 hour)

Annapurna Sanctuary tour (1.5 hour)

Muktinath Tour (2 hours)

Mountain Sightseeing Tour (1 hour)

Everest View Tour

Duration: 4 hrs

Number of Passengers: 04 pax

We Depart from Tribhuvan International

Airport in Kathmandu and flight to Lukla. From

Lukla, proceed towards Everest areas to view

Everest Glacier, Everest ice Fall, Lhotse, South

Col and the mighty Mount everest itself. Your

mountain flight will give you a closest view of

the Mount Everest and its surrounding peaks.

On return leg, land at Thyangboche Monastery

and visit monastery for 45 minutes and return to

Kathmandu via Lukla.

CREW

Our pilots have more than a decade of

experience in helicopter flying and have

logged thousands of hours in helicopter.

They are experienced and well adapted in the

art of high altitude flying and have been

cleared by the Civil Aviation Authority of

Nepal for flying above 10,000 feet. They have

carried out innumerable rescue flights and

medical evacuations, saving lives of

hundreds of people.

ABOUT OUR AIRCRAFT

Fishtail Air Pvt. Ltd. has been operating the

AS 350 series of helicopters since its

inception. The AS 350 series of helicopters are

manufactured by Eurocopter, France and are

very popular all over the world. It is

regarded as one of the most versatile

helicopters and is suitable for mountain

flying and all types of helicopter missions. It

can fly up to 16,000 feet and provide 5

comfortable seats excluding the pilot.

OUR SIGHTSEEING TOURS

We operate various sightseeing flights in

Nepal and depart from Kathmandu and

Pokhara. Flying over the Himalayan

Mountains is the best approach to witness

the beauty of the Tibetan and Nepali peaks.

Event Management

Corporate retreats

Time to get away of the office for a couple of days or weeks in

order to regenerate the team? We provide a new environment

for your staff which will facilitate a relaxed atmosphere and

induce creativity for brainstorming sessions. You can also

prove your commitment in creating a good relation with your

team.

We can organize any events for any businesses. We take care of

the transportation, accommodation and activities. It's stress-

free for you and is the perfect way to go outdoor.

Company incentives

This is the best way to reward and increase the productivity of

an individual. Rewarding your staff with an outdoorsy lifetime

experience is more efficient than rewarding them with cash

(which might be used to pay bills). Company incentives

encourage employees by demonstrating that excellence is

recognized and rewarded. Participating in outdoor activities

create long-lasting memories and is well perceived by the

team.

We can arrange anything you need from an exciting trek in

Nepal to an overland tour in Tibet which will lead your staff to

the highest mountain in the world - Mount Everest.

Team building

When time is coming to improve the communication and the efficiency of your staff, Team building is a must do as it will create strong relationship

among your staff and trust towards co-workers. Nepal is the perfect playground to develop such tremendous links.

We can arrange for your team games and challenges to increase productivity and self-confidence of your staff.

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Everest Advance Base Camp Trek Trekking

Day 01 Arrive Lhasa (3660m)

Day 02 Sightseeing in Lhasa (3660m)

Day 03 Sightseeing in Lhasa (3660m)

Day 04 Free in Lhasa (3660m)

Day 05 Drive Lhasa – Shigatse (3900m)

280 km

Day 06 Sightseeing & drive Shigatse-

Shegar (4050m) 244km

Day 07 Rest day at Shegar for

acclimatization

Day 08 Drive Shegar - Rongbuk (5000m)

68km

Day 09 Trek to Everest Base Camp

(5200m)

Day 10 At Everest Base Camp (5200m)

Day 11 At Everest Base Camp (5200m)

Day 12 Trek to Interim Camp (5760m)

Day 13 Rest day at Interim Camp

(5760m)

Day 14 Trek to Camp 2 (5970m)

Day 15 Trek to Everest Advance Base

camp (camp 3, 6400m)

Day 16 Return to Base Camp

Day 17 Drive Base Camp to Nyalam

(215km)

Day 18 Drive Nyalam (3750m) to

Kathmandu


Grade: Strenuous

Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu


Accommodation: Hotel, lodge & camping

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with support truck



TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

DATES & PRICEDEPARTURE 2007

PRICEUSD 2325 on twin sharing (Joining in Lhasa)

8 May & 8 Sept

Mysterious Tibet !

True to its nickname, “the Roof of the world”, Tibet is the highest plateau in the world with an

average altitude in excess of 4000 meter. An untamed land of nomads (drokpas) and mysterious

ancient monasteries, Tibet encompasses some of the world's highest mountains including the Mt.

Everest. With its incredible views of unique landscapes, craggy and rolling hills, blue lakes, snowy

peaks and rich Buddhist culture, Tibet is a remarkable place to visit.

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The highest trek in the World - 18

days Ex LhasaThis is the world's highest trek that

makes a high-level traverse along

Tibetan cultural wonders, picturesque

valley, steep mountain moraine, a

succession of challenging glaciated

mountain passes and surreally sculpted

Rongbuk Glacier. Cultural explorations

in the major sightseeing sites of Lhasa

give you complete acclimatization before

you head towards Tibet side of Mount

Everest, popularly called Chomolungma.

Adrenaline-fueled ascents from Base

Camp, Camp I, Camp II and finally to

camp III at 6400 meter get you as close to

the summit of Everest as any non-

climber can go. This trek is a guaranteed

feast for all of your senses.

Kharta Valley Trek

Day 01 Drive Kathmandu to Nyalam

[3780m]

Day 02 Rest day at Nyalam

Day 03 Drive to Kharta

Day 04 Rest day in Kharta for further

acclimatization

Day 05 Trek to Lundrubling

Day 06 Cross Shao La [4970 m] & trek to

Kaamo Tsangpo valley

Day 07 Trek to Khangsung valley

Day 08 Trek to Pethang Ringmo

Day 09 Pethang Ringmo to Hoppo

Day 10 Trek to Kangshung base camp &

return to Hoppo

Day 11 Trek to Base of Langma La

Day 12 Cross Langma La [5320m] & trek

to Lundrubling

Day 13 Trek to Kharta

Day 14 Drive to Rongbuk

Day 15 Explore Everest base camp &

drive to Lhatse [4050m]

Day 16 Drive to Gyantse [3950m]

Day 17 Sightseeing & drive to Lhasa

[3600m]

Day 18 Sightseeing in Lhasa


Day 20 Depart Lhasa


Grade: Strenuous


Ends in: Lhasa


Accommodation: Hotels, lodge & camping

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with support

truck, 1 flight


Maximum altitude: 5,320m

TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Lhasa & Mount Kailash Trekking

TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

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DEPARTURE 200725 August

PRICEUSD 2470 on twin sharing

Trip length:


Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu


Accommodation:

Transportation:


Maximum altitude:

19 Days

Hotel, lodge and camping

4WD Land cruiser with support truck

5630m

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DEPARTURE 200714 Apr, 19 May, 19 June, 21 Jul, 18 Aug &

11 Sept

PriceUSD 2180 on twin sharing

20 Days ex LhasaEven though this trek requires some

stamina it is definitely worth doing. We

find some of the grandest Himalayan

sceneries on this spectacular walk, which

takes us along steep-sided valley and

glacial lakes. In the summer the

magnificent grassland flowers are in

bloom in the remote Kangshung valley,

which is also called the valley of flowers.

This highest point on this trek is the

Langma La Pass [5,320m], which offers

outstanding views on a clear day.

Towards the South we see Makalu,

which dwarfs all the other peaks from

this angle, including Everest. From here

we Smarvel at the big trio in the far west

of the Kangshung valley - Lhotse Shar,

Lhotse and Mount Everest. The valley

and ridges below the snowline are richly

covered with grass and thick vegetation

nutured by the monsoon rain that

manages to sneak behind these

mountains.

Before we fly back to kathmandu we

spend a couple of days in Lhasa

exploring the heart and soul of Tibet and

object of devout pilgrimage.

Day 01 Arrive Lhasa



Day 04 Free Day in Lhasa

Day 05 Drive to Gyantse (3950m)

Day 06 Drive to Shigatse (3900m)

Day 07 Drive to Lhatse (4050m)

Day 08 Drive to Saga (4600m)

Day 09 Drive to Paryang (4750m)

Day 10 Drive to Manasarovar (4560m)

Day 11 At Manasarovar

Day 12 Drive to Tarboche (4750m)

Day 13 Trek to Dira-puk(4900m)

Day 14 Trek to Zutul-puk (4790m)

Day 15 Trek to Darchen (4560m), drive to

Manasarovar (35 km)

Day 16 Drive to Paryang (4750m)

Day 17 Drive to Saga (4600m)

Day 18 Drive to Nyalam

Day 19 Drive to Kathmandu (1400m)

The classic journey to sacred Mt.

Kailash & Manasarovar lake including

insightful visit of Lhasa and en route

intriguing Tibetan cities - 19 days Ex

LhasaA thorough exploration of monasteries and

fortress of Lhasa, Gyantse & Shigatse, and

adventurous overland journey along the

southern route to the sacred Mt. Kailash

and a three-day trek around this fabled

mountain are the major highlights of this

trip. e fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and

spend 3 days visiting the wonderful sights

of this fascinating city. Leaving Lhasa we

explore the ancient towns of Gyantse and

Shigatse. Driving across the hypnotic

landcape of the Tibetan Plateau brings us to

Lake Manasarova ur journey continues to

Mt. Kailash where we complete a three day

kora (trek) around this beautiful mountain.

We then drive across vast Tibetan plateau

before heading south to the Nepalese

border and returning to Kathmandu. This

trip offers a lifetime memories of stunning

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Everest's West Side: Trek the Loh La Trekking


Day 02 Nagarkot for acclimatisation

Day 03 Fly to Lhasa.


(acclimatise).

Day 05 Sightseeing in Lhasa.

Day 06 Drive to Gyantse.

Day 07 Drive to Xigatse.

Day 08 Drive to Xegar.

Day 09 Drive to Everest Base Camp

Day 10 Free day in Everest Base Camp

Day 11 Acclimatisation trek

Day 12 Trek to West Rongbuk Glacier

Day 13 Trek to West Base camp

Day 14 Rest day in west Base camp

Day 15 Trek to lightweight camp 1

Day 16 Trek to lightweight camp 2

Day 17 Trek across Lho La

Day 18 Trek to West Base Camp.

Day 19 Trek to road head

Day 20 Drive to campsite near Nyalam.

Day 21 Contingency day

Day 22 Free day in KTM

Day 23 Depart KTM.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

DATES & PRICEDEPARTURES 2007

PRICEUSD on twin Sharing

20 Apr & 27 Sept

5900

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Grade: S


Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation:

Maximum altitude:

trenuous

Maximum 10

Hotels & camping

during trek with all meals

6000m

TRIP DETAILS

Lhasa, Guge Kingdom & Mt Kailash Trekking

An exploration of cultural hearts of

Tibet, ruins of Guge Kingdom & trek

around Mt. Kailash -22 Days Ex Lhasa

This Mt Kailash tour and trek features the

best exploratory travel around Tibet; history-

laden central Tibet to secluded sections of

Western Tibet. Marvelous Tibetan murals

like White Palace, Red Palace, Yamantaka

Chapel, Tara Chapel, Mandala Chapel etc,

sculptures and stone inscriptions bring alive

the ancient Tibetan History in Guge

Kingdom. Moreover, its scattered ruins take

you back to the ancient Tibetan civilization

and with every new discovery you relive “the

roof of the world”. The classic trails to Mount

Kailash tour are coupled with superb vantage

points that so very uniquely accentuate your

trip. You embark on a wealth of active

adventures and cultural immersion during a

53km circummabation around Mount

Kailash. Lying in the proximity to this

hotspot is another sacred Manasarovar lake

where you can surrender yourself to spiritual

salvation.

Day 01 Arrive Lhasa (3660 meters)

Day 02 Sightseeing tour in Lhasa

Day 03 Sightseeing tour in Lhasa

Day 04 Free day in Lhasa

Day 05 Drive to Gyantse (3950m)

Day 06 Drive to Shigatse (3900m) 90 km

Day 07 Drive to Lhatse (4050m) 150km

Day 08 Drive to Sasang 122 km

Day 09 Drive to Tsochen 355 km

Day 10 Drive to Gertse 268km

Day 11 Drive to Gakyi 373 km

Day 12 Drive to Shiquanhe 112 km

Day 13 Drive to Tsada (Guge Kingdom)

295 km

Day 14 Excursion Guge Kingdom

Day 15 Drive to Darchen 280 km

Day 16 Trek to Dira Puk

Day 17 Trek to Zutul Puk (4790m)

Day 18 Trek to Darchen (4560m), drive to

Manasarovar (4560m) 35km

Day 19 Drive to Paryang (4750m) 270km

Day 20 Drive to Saga (4699m) 255km

Day 21 Drive to Nyalam 250km

Day 22 Drive to Kathmandu (1400m) 180

km

Trip length: 22Days


Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size:

Accommodation: H

Transportation: 4WD land cruiser with support truck


Maximum altitude:

Maximum 12

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5483m

TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY



28 Apr, 5 June, 7 July & 4 Aug


A pioneering high altitude trek to the

crest of the Lho La, right on the remote

border of Tibet and Nepal 23 days Ex

KathmanduThe route followed takes the trail to the

North Side of Everest, but continues past the

East Rongbuk Glacier to the site of Tilman's

1938 "Lake Camp", (west side base camp

today) continuing to the site of his old

North Face Camp at around 19,000ft before

breaking out across the glacier under

Everest's West Ridge to the vantage point of

the Lho La. This is where in 1922 George

Mallory stood and pronounced the Khumbu

Icefall as 'unclimbable'. His legacy here was

to name the hanging glacier above the ice

fall, the Western Cwm, as a fond memory of

his welsh climbs back home in UK.

Lhasa - Everest Base Camp - Kathmandu Overland Tour


Day 02 sightseeing in Lhasa

Day 03 sightseeing in Lhasa

Day 04 in Lhasa, free day for

acclimatization

Day 05 drive to Gyantse (3950m) 261 km

Day 06 sightseeing & drive to Shigatse

(3900m) 90km

Day 07 sightseeing & drive to Shegar

(4050m) 244km

Day 08 drive to Rongbuk (5000m) 68km

Day 09 explore Everest base camp &

drive to Tingri (4390m) 65km

Day 10 drive to Zhangmu (2300m) 181km

Day 11 drive to Kathmandu (1400m)

123km

OUTLINE ITINERARY


PRICEUSD 980 on twin Sharing (joining in Lhasa)

31 Mar, 3 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 1 May, 12 May, 22 May, 2

June, 12 June, 23 Jun, 3 Jul, 14 Jul, 26 Jul, 4 Aug, 14 Aug,

23 Aug, 1 Sept, 11 Sept, 29 Sept, 9 Oct, 18 Oct, 27 Oct

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TRIP DETAILS


Activity: Overland Tour

Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation:

Transportation:

Meals: Breakfast

Maximum altitude:

Hotel and lodge

4WD Land cruiser with support truck, 1 flight transfert

5220m

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Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour Overland Tour

Trip length: 8 Days

Activity: Overland tour

Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel & Lodge

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with

support truck


TRIP DETAILS



3 Apr, 14 Apr, 24 Apr, 5 May, 15 May, 26 May, 5 Jun, 16

Jun, 26 Jun, 7 July, 17 July, 28 July, 7 Aug, 18 Aug, 28

Aug, 8 Sept, 18 Sept, 29 Sept, 9 Oct, 20 Oct & 30 Oct

( Joining in Lhasa )

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2 days sightseeing in Lhasa & drive

along Friendship Highway to

Kathmandu via Everest BC - 11

Days Ex LhasaTrue to its nickname, “the Roof of the

world”, Tibet is the highest plateau in

the world with an average altitude in

excess of 3500 meter. Lying to the north

of the great Himalayan range which

separates it from its neighbours India,

Nepal and Bhutan, Tibet is an untamed

land of nomads (drokpas), monasteries,

yaks, sand dunes, and high altitude

desert.

On this Tibet overland tour you have

three days (i.e 4 nights) in Lhasa to

acclimatize and to absorb the exoticism

of the Tibetan heritages and to explore

this history-laden city. You will be

expertly guided around the most

significant and ancient Gompas

(monasteries) of Lhasa, Gyantse &

Shigatse by your Tibetan guide, who

will instruct you on the intricacies of

Tibetan Buddhism. With its spectacular

mountain scenery and rich Buddhist

culture, Tibet is a remarkable place to

visit.




Day 04 Drive to Gyantse (3950m) 261 km

Day 05 Sightseeing & drive to Shigatse

(3900m) 90km

Day 06 Sightseeing & drive to Shegar

(4050m) 244km

Day 07 Drive to Zhangmu (2300m)

181km


123km

The exploration of Lhasa and the other

towns on overland journey to

Kathmandu amidst breathtaking

vistas of Mt. Everest and other highest

peaks in the world 8 days Ex LhasaTibet, “the Roof of the world”, boasts

spectacular mountain scenery and rich

Buddhist culture, ancient monasteries

making it the most incredible travel

destination. On this trip you will be

expertly guided around all the Tibetan

monasteries, sights, monuments by expert

local Tibetan guide. Two full days in Lhasa

is reserved to explore imposing Potala

Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka,

Jokhang Temple, colorful Barkhor Markets,

Drepung Monastery etc.

Leaving Lhasa by best 4 wheel drives you

will drive past picturesque landscaped

Tibetan settlements where nomadic

herdsmen can be seen wandering across the

wide arid Tibetan Plateau. The adventure

overland journey takes you over several

5000+ meter high mountain passes amidst

most amazing mountain views including

majestic Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu,

Shisapangma and many other numerous

peaks.

Lhakpa Ri( 7045m ) Peak Climbing

Day 1 Fly Kathmandu (1400m) - Lhasa

(3660m)

Day 2-3 Sightseeing in Lhasa (3660m)

Day 4 Free in Lhasa (3660m)

Day 5 Drive Lhasa Shigatse (3900m) 280

km

Day 6 Drive Shigatse - Shegar (4050m)

244km

Day 7 Rest day at Shegar for

acclimatization

Day 8 Drive Shegar - Rongbuk (5000m)

68km

Day 9 Trek to Base Camp (5200m)

Day 10-11 At Base Camp (5200m)

Day 12 Trek to Interim Camp (5760m)

Day 13 Rest day at Interim Camp (5760m)



Day 16 Rest day at camp 3

Day 17 Day trek to Rabu La

Day 18 At camp 3

Day 19 Climb Lhakpa Ri (7045m.), return

to ABC

Day 20 Spare day for weather etc &

Day 21 Trek to base camp

Day 22-24 Drive back to Kathmandu

TRIP DETAILS

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DATES & PRICE

DEPARTURES 20078 May & 8 Sept

PRICEUS$ 3925 per person (joining in Lhasa)

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Day 08 Bike across Simi La to Gyantse

(3950 m, 35 km, 3-4 hrs)

Day 09 Tour Gyantse & Bike to Shigatse

(3900m, 90km 4-5 hrs)

Day 10 Tour & rest day in Shigatse

Day 11 Bike to the foot of Tso La (4290m,

106 km, 8-9 hrs)

Day 12 Bike across Tso La (4500m) to the

foot of Gyamtso La (4630m, 70 km, 5-6

hrs)

Day 13 Bike across Gyamtso La (5220m)

to Shegar (4050m, 65 km, 7-8 hrs)

Day 14 Bike across Pang La (5150m,) to

Choesang (4455m, 60 km, 6-7 hrs)

Day 15 Bike to Rongbuk (5000m, 24 km 3-

4 hrs)

Day 16 Bike or hike to Everest North Base

camp (5200m, 8 km)

Day 17 Bike or drive across Pang La

(5150m) to Tingri or Hot Springs (4350m,

75 km, 6-7 hrs)

Day 18 Bike to the base of La Lung La

(4555m, 55 km, 4-5 hrs)

Day 19 Bike or drive across Lalung La

(5124m) & Sung La (5200m) to Nyalam

(3750m, 87km, 7-8 hrs by bike

Day 20 Bike to the last Resort in Nepal

(900m, 60 km 3-4 hrs)

Day 21 Bike or drive to Dhulikhel

(1450m, 75 km, 5-6 hrs by bike), drive to

Kathmandu (30 km, 1 hr)

DATES & PRICEDEPARTURES 20078 May & 8 Sept

PRICEUSD 2235 on twin Sharing (Joining in Lhasa)

OUTLINE ITINERARY

TRIP DETAILSDay 01 Arrive Lhasa (3660m)

Day 02 Guided tour in Lhasa

Day 03 Guided tour in Lhasa

Day 04 Biking around Lhasa

Day 05 Bike to the Base of Khampa La

(4794m, 80 km, 6-7 hrs)

Day 06 Bike across Khampa La (4794m)

to Nagartse (4475m, 72km, 6-7 hrs)

Day 07 Nagartse (4475m) to Simi La

(4330m, 67km, 5-6 hrs)

Trip lengh: 24 days

Grade: Strenuous (peak climbing)

Strat in: Kathmandu

End in: Kathmandu


Transportation: 4WD land cruiser


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Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel and camping

Transportation: Mountain bike, 4WD land cruiser with

support truck


The most extreme & highest biking

tour in the world 21 Days ex Lhasa

This adrenalin-fueled challenging

mountain biking trip across the ‘Roof of

the World' covers a distance over 1100

kilometers from the Tibetan capital,

Lhasa to Kathmandu in the heart of

Nepal, crossing six high mountain passes

over 5000 meters. Lhasa Everest base

camp Kathmandu biking trip is

considered as the most extreme &

highest biking trip in the world due to its

length and the average altitude.

Basking in the grandeur of nature, your

mountain biking adventure passes

through rugged landscapes, historic and

archeological sites, nomadic settlements

and pristine hamlets amidst spectacular

views of some of world's highest peaks.

The trek to Everest advance Bace

Camp & the ascent of the easiest

7000 meter peak in the world 24

Days ex KathmanduLhakpa Ri, towering over Tibet

mountain range at an elevation of 7,045

meters, divides the upper East Rongbuk

glacier and upper Kharta glacier. It lies

in proximity to mighty Mt Everest

boasting mesmerizing sights of Nyonno

Ri range in eastern Tibet, the north faces

of Chomolonzo, Makalu and Pethangtse,

Shartse, Kangshung (east) face of

Everest, east face of Lhotse, the north

east ridge of Everest, the North Col,

Changtse, Cho Oyu and Shishapangma

as stunning backdrops. Lhakpa Ri

mountaineering expedition not just

gives you an impeccable Mt Lhakpa Ri

mountain climbing experience amidst

the richly varied landscape but also

bonds you with the culture of this once-

forbidden land. In the year 1922, George

Leigh Mallory and his crew discovered

the East Rongbuk Glacier from Lhakpa

La pass (6,849m), which lies in the north

of Lhakpa Ri.

Central Tibet Tour Cultural Tour


Day 02 Sightseeing in Lhasac


Day 04 Drive Lhasa to Gyantse (3950m)

261 km

Day 05 Drive Gyantse - Shigatse (3900m)

90 km

Day 06 Drive Shigatse – Lhasa (280 km)

Day 07 Depart Lhasa

TRIP DETAILS

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Tib

etMountaineering in Tibet

Encircled by vast mountain ranges; the

Kunlun Mountains of Central Asia in the

north, the Karakoram Range in the west and

the Himalayas in the south, the Tibetan

plateau has an amazing concentration of high

mountains.

ITINERARY

Mt. Everest (8848m)

Mt. Cho oyu (8201m)

Mt. Shisapangma (8027m)

Mt. Everest North Col (7000m)

Mt. Lhakpa Ri (7025m)

Mt. Gurla Mandata (7728m)

Mt. Kula Kangri (7554m)

Mt. Nojin Kangsang (7206m)

Popular mountaineering expeditions in Tibet

Climbing in Tibet is not only a test of

endurance but equally marvels you with its

exotic Tibetan culture and mesmerizing

historical and cultural sights as you make a

classic transverse past steep granite cliffs,

snowy-ridges, dramatic icy precipices,

scenic plateau, glacial lakes, moraine,

challenging passes, ancient monasteries and

history-laden Tibetan towns.

Organizing an expedition in Tibet calls for a

great deal of experience supported by a

team of highly experienced climbing crew

as well as administrative staff, state-of-the-

art equipment. Explore Himalaya has it all!

We have operated nearly hundred

expeditions to 7000 – 8000 meter Himalayan

peaks in the last 10 years including several

successful Everest expeditions and

innumerable climbs of smaller (5000 – 6500

meter) peaks throughout entire Himalayan

range.

Our first hand knowledge about Himalayas

and series of successful mountaineering

expedition achievement has qualified us to

be the most reliable local agency for over

two dozens of mountaineering companies

& clubs around the world.


Trip length: 7 Days

Grade: Sightseeing tour

Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Lhasa


Accommodation: Hotel

Altitude maximum:3950m

7 Days ex LhasaExplore Himalaya has exclusively designed

this central Tibet tour package to assist

ardent travelers explore cultural wealth of

Tibet. Besides witnessing stunningly well

preserved architecture of cultural heritages

and historical places, you also find a perfect

getaway to cleanse yourself spiritually. As

you bask in the grandeur of Potala palace,

you bond with Tibetan culture and history.

You can stroll along Barkhor markets to

observe colorful mosaic of Tibetan arts,

culture, custom, tradition, lifestyle and

cuisine. Visits to Jokhang temple and

Drepung Monastery further heighten your

excitement and zest. In the towns of

Gyantse and Shigatse you have an exclusive

opportunity to explore monasteries and

fully immerse yourselves in the Buddhist

culture.

Combined with a 11 day overland tour to Kathmandu via Mount Everest Base Camp

This tour is a well-structured tour

exclusively designed to give the best of

Beijing Tibet and Nepal. From exploring

Forbidden city, Imperial Palaces, Summer

Palace, Temple of Heaven and Great Wall

of China in Beijing to boarding an

extraordinary train trip from Beijing to

Lhasa, you are forever in the ride for a trip

of a lifetime. Two blissful days of

sightseeing the major attractions of Lhasa

like 17th century Potala Palace, Sera

Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang temple,

Barkhor Markets, 14th century Drepung

monastery etc give you a close glimpse of

Tibetan lifestyle, religion, culture and

tradition. A network of roads and trails on

a 4WD overland tour along the Friendship

highway to Lhatse, Shigatse, Gyantse and

Shegar connect outposts, nomadic Tibetan

settlements, pristine villages, shrines and

ceremonial centers. Truly awe-inspiring

drive ends at Everst Base Camp on

reaching an altitude of 5200m. Your tour

gets more adrenaline-fueled with the

concluding 1 day of sightseeing in

Kathmandu.

Day 01 Arrive in Beijing

Day 02/03 Sightseeing in Beijing

Day 04/05 Train from Beijing to Lhasa

(3650m)

Day 06 Arrive in Lhasa

Day 07/08 sightseeing in Lhasa

Day 09 Free day in Lhasa for

acclimatization

Day 10 Drive to Gyantse (3950m) 261 km

Day 11 Sightseeing & drive to Shigatse

(3900m) 90km

Day 12 Sightseeing & drive to Shegar

(4050m) 244km

Day 13 Drive to Rongbuk (5000m) 68km

Day 14 Explore Everest base camp &

drive to Tingri (4390m) 65km

Day 15 Drive to Zhangmu (2300m)

181km


123km

Day 17 Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley


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DATES & PRICE

DEPARTURE 200726 Mar, 29 Mar, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 27 Apr, 7 May,17 May, 27

May, 7 Jun, 18 Jun, 29 Jun, 9 Jul, 21 Jul, 30 Jul, 9 Aug, 18

Aug, 26 Aug, 6 Sept, 24 Spt, 4 Oct, 13 Oct, 22 Oct

PRICEUSD 1690 on twin sharing (joining in Beijing)

TRIP DETAILS


Starts in: Beijing

Ends in: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel and train (soft-sleeper bed)

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser, train from

Beijing to Lhasa


World’s highest railway journey from Beijing to Lhasa“Be the first one to experience it”

You can also do a 15 day tour without Everest Base Camp or also depart from Lhasa skipping overland tour to Kathmandu.

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Dragon heart experience Cultural Tour

Day 01 Flight to Paro

Day 02 Sightseeing in Paro

Day 03 Sightseeing in Paro and drive to

Thimphu

Day 04 Drive around Pass Punakha

Day 05 Day excursion to the Gangtey

Gompa valley

Day 06 Drive to Trongsa Dzong and

Bumthang

Day 07 Sightseeing in Bumthang

Day 08 Excursion around Ura village and

swiss farm.

Day 09 Drive to Wangduephodrang.

Day 10 Drive to Paro via Lobesa.

Day 11 Hike to Taktsang monastery.

Day 12 Transfer to airport and fly out.

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“Bhutan,” ‘the land of thunder Dragon’ and ‘the last Shangri La’ on earth, is situated in the lap of Eastern Himalayas between India and the People's Republic of China. Covering an area of 18000 sq miles, the tiny Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan is one of the most isolated nations in the world. Spectacular mountain terrain, varied flora and fauna and unique ancient Buddhist monasteries have made Bhutan an exemplar tourist destination, it is bestowed with rich bio-diversity harboring around 300 medicinal herbs and 165 endangered species.

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12 Days ex ParoThis cultural tour takes you to the cultural

delights of Bhutan. Whether it is exploring

the impeccable history of Drugyel dzong in

Paro, capturing the awesome view of the

entire valley from Ta-Dzong, scenic drive to

Thimphu, excursing to Gangtey Gompa

Valley, visit to monasteries of Bumthang or

experience the village lie of

Wangduephodrang, you are in for an

insightful journey. You get to observe

traditional art of healing diseases in

Indigenous hospital and learn about

Bhutan art ad culture on your visits to Art

& Craft school, National library, Royal

goldsmith workshop and Handicraft

centers. This professionally guided tour

evokes feelings of wonder, mystery, and

grandeur as Bhutan history comes alive at

each of your cultural exploration.


Trip length: 12 days

Activity: Cultural Tour

Starts in: Paro

Ends in: Paro


Tranportation: 4WD land cruiser


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n Gangtey Valley Tour Cultural Tour

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TRIP DETAILS

Trip length: 8 Days

Activity: Cultural Tour & 1 day hike

Starts in: Paro

Ends in: Paro


Chomolhari Trek Trekking

Day 01 Arrive Paro by Druk Air.

Day 02 Hike to Taktsang monastery

Day 03 Drive to Drugyel Dzong and trek

to Shana camp

Day 04 Trek from Shana to Soi

Thangthangkha

Day 05 Trek from Soi to Jangothang

Day 06 A rest day at Jangothang

Day 07 Trek from Jangothang to Lingshi

Day 08 Trek from Lingshi to Shodu

Day 09 Trek from Shodu to Barshong

Day 10 Trek from Barshong to Dodina

and drive to Thimphu

Day 11 Sightseeing in Thimphu are drive

to Paro

Day 12 Transfer to airport for departure

TRIP DETAILS

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Grade: Soft trek

Starts in: Paro

Ends in: Paro


Transportation: private car

Accommodation: Hotel & Camping


Day 01 Flight to Paro

Day 02 Sightseeing in Paro

Day 03 Drive to Thimphu.

Day 04 Sightseeing in Thimphu.

Day 05 Day excursion to the Gangtey

Gompa.

Day 06 Drive to Punakha sightseeing and

drive back to Paro.

Day 07 A Day hike to the view point of

Taktsang monastery.

Day 08 Transfer to airport for departure.

8 day ex ParoThis 8 day tour revolves around the

historical and cultural highlights of

central Bhutan. Paro, famous for its

ruined fortresses, museum and

mountain view. Thimpu, the capital

city is laden with legendry ancient

monasteries, cultural relics, amazing

views of entire valley in 7000+ meter

peak in the back ground. Ganytey

valley with its ancient monastery

and home of the rare Black Necked

Cranes, boast of breathtaking

landscape view.

12 days ex paroThis trek gifts you with great variety

of Bhutanese landscapes and is

without doubt one of the most

beautiful and unspoiled trekking

areas in the entire Himalayas. The

trek begins at Drugyal dzong passing

through beautiful villages, scattered

hamlets and farmland. Different

vegetation from richly forested valley

to high alpine pastureland where Yak

herders graze their animals. Trout

fishing in the sky blue lake with

magnificent view of three majestic

peaks are some activities which can

be done on a rest day. You will also

encounter rare species like the blue

sheep & snow leopard.

Druk Path Trek

Day 01 Arrive Paro

Day 02 Paro Sightseeing

Day 03 A day hike to Taktsang

monastery

Day 04 Trek to Jele Dzong

Day 05 Trek from Jele dzong to

Jangchulakha

Day 06 Trek from Jangchulakha to

Jigmelangtsho

Day 07 Trek from Jigmelangtsho to

Phajoding

Day 08 Trek from Phajoding to Thimphu

Day 09 Sightseeing in and drive to

Wangduephodrang

Day 10 Drive to Punakha sightseeing

and back to Paro

Day 11 Transfer to airport for final

departure

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Classic Laya Trek Trekking

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11 day ex ParoThis is an excellent choice for those with

a tight schedule. A short 4 days trek

crossing the chain of mountains which

separates two district, Paro & Thimphu

or vice versa. This is a classic walk along

high, windy ridges, past ruined forts

which long ago guarded against Tibetan

invasion. Although the route is sparsely

inhabited there are wonderful lakes

teeming with fish and the area is famous

for its spectacular rhododendron forests

which bloom in Spring. The views of the

Himalayas can be seen in late autumn

and winter.

Day 01 Arrive Paro

Day 02 Hike to Taktsang monastery.

Day 03 - Drive to Drugyel Dzong and

trek to Shana camp.

Day 04 Trek from Shana to Soi

Thangthangkha.

Day 05 Trek from Soi to Jangothang.

Day 06 A rest day at Jangothang.

Day 07 Trek from Jangothang to Lingshi.

Day 08 Trek from Lingshi to Chebisa.

Day 09 Trek from Chebisa to

Shomuthang.

Day 10 Trek from Shomuthang to

Robluthang.

Day 11 Trek from Robluthang to

Limithang.

Day 12 Trek from Limithang to Laya.

Day 13 Rest day in Laya halt.

Day 14 Trek from Laya to Koina.

Day 15 Trek from Koina to Gasa Hot

spring.

Day 16 Trek from Hot Spring to Goen

Damji.

Day 17 Trek from Damji to Tashithang

and drive to Punakha.

Day 18 Drive from Punakha to Paro via

Thimphu.

Day 19 Transfer to airport for final

departure.

OUTLINE ITINERARY




Starts in: Paro

Ends in: Paro



19 days ex ParoThis is one of the trek that will always rank

as one of Bhutan's finest treks. The route

offers fantastic mountain views at close

range including Mt. Gangchey Ta (tiger

mountain), mother of the female river

flowing through Punakha valley.

(Renowned for its diversity in Himalayan

flora and Fauna). Numerous isolated

dzongs and scattered settlements including

the outlandish village of Laya, a unique

culture of its own provide a great deal of

cultural interest. Though remote, the Laya

region is known for its hospitality and your

time here will be delightful. The trek will

end with a dip at the Gasa Tshachu (hot

spring) relaxing every bone of your body

and the memories of the special trek will

stay with you for a lifetime.


Grade: Soft trek

Starts in: Paro

Ends in: Paro



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Rajasthan Tour Cultural Tour

TRIP DETAILS


Activity: Cultural tour

Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi


Transportation: Private car

OUTLINE ITINERARY


Incredible India !

India is a land of great culture and geographic diversity. The religion, people, historical monuments,

cultural variations, sacred rivers and holy mountains, pristine Himalayan Peaks and lush green

valleys feature India as a fabulous destination of the East. Its unique civilization that represents the

entire South Asia, India offers opportunity for travelers to experience a vast range of activities.

Day 01 Arrive in Delhi

Day 02 Sightseeing in Delhi

Day 03 Drive Delhi to Mandawa

Day 04 Drive from Mandawa to

Bikaner

Day 05 Drive from Bikaner to

Jaisalmer

Day 06 Sightseeing in Jaisalmer

Day 07 Drive from Jaisalmer to

Jodhpur

Day 08 Drive from Jodhpur to Jaipur

Day 09 Sightseeing in Jaipur

Day 10 Drive from Jaipur to Agra

Day 11 Sightseeing in Agra &

Day 12 Drive from Agra to Delhi

and departure

Ultimate cultural explorations in the magical

cities of Rajasthan - 12 days ex DelhiRajasthan tour depicts a multi-faceted grandeur of

India. Forts, historical monuments, temples and

archeological sites dot this tour. Whether it is a

simple drive along the picturesque landscape of

Rajasthan or a nature walk, each venture pulsates

with vibrant energy and activity. This journey takes

you to Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur,

Jaipur and Agra. Be it the historical red fort and

India Gate of Delhi or architectural grandeur of

Jodhpur' Mehrangarh Fort, at every travel

destination you are in for an experience of a lifetime.

As your eyes savor the unparalled charisma and

grandeur of Taj Mahal in Agra, you cannot help but

gasp at the timeless beauty. Agra Fort and Fatehpur

Sikri, the other two UNESCO World Heritage Sites

equally fascinate you. This tour is meticulously

designed to make 12 days of your life extremely

rewarding.

South India Cultural Tour Cultural Tour

Transverse to the cultural attractions

of South India 18 days ex ChennaiSouth India cultural tour is a carefully

planned travel program that introduces

you to the historical wonders of the four

Indian states of Andhra Pradesh,

Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu and the

Union Territory of Pondicherry. You get to

explore rich travel destinations with deep-

rooted traditions that so very distinctly

defines South India. Besides visiting the

archaeological sites, you even get a chance

to maintain close contact with nature and

wilderness in your excursion to Periyar

Wildlife sanctuary. Every historical

monuments and cultural heritages you

come across en route tell the saga of a

bygone era. The tour brings together the

multi-faceted glory of South India.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

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TRIP DETAILS


Grade: Cultural tour

Starts in: Chennai

Ends in: Chennai



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Golden Triangle Cultural Tour

6 Days ex DelhiThe golden Triangle tour offers you an excellent

opportunity to explore historical remnants of

Mughal dynasty. The historic Delhi has many

magnificent monuments like the Red Fort, Quatab

Minhar, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in

India), Raj Ghat, India Gate and others. Agra is the

home of Taj Mahal, the temple of love and one of

the Seven Wonders of the World. We will also visit

Fatehpur Sikri, the historic fort and the once the

Mughal capital. The visit to the pink city of Jaipur

includes the poignant City Palace Museum, the

Hawa Mahal (palace of winds), the Jantar Mantar

observatory which is still equipped with ancient

instruments including a very accurate 90 foot

sundial and finally an elephant ride at the

mammoth Amber Fort.

Trip length: 6 days

Activity: Cultural tour

Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi



TRIP DETAILS

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrive in Delhi


Day 03 Delhi -Agra: [203 km/5hrs]

Day 04 Agra-Jaipur: [232 km/5 12hrs]

Day 05 Sightseeing in Jaipur

Day 06 Jaipur- Delhi: [258 km/6hrs]


Day 01 Arrive Chennai

Day 02 Sightseeing in Cochin

Day 03 Cochin Mahabalipuram

Day 04 Drive from Mahabalipuram -

Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram

Day 05 Drive from Mahabalipuram to

Pondicherry

Day 06 Sightseeing in Pondicherry

Day 07 Drive from Pondicherry to Tranquebar

Day 08 Drive from Tranquebar to Tanjore

Day 09 Drive from Tanjore to Trichy

Day 10 Drive from Trichy to Madurai

Day 11 Sightseeing in Madurai

Day 12 Drive from Madurai to Periyar

Day 13 Sightseeing in Periyar

Day 14 Drive from Periyar to Alleppey,

Day 15 Houseboat,

Day 16 Drive to Cochin,

Day 17 Sightseeing in Cochin

Day 18 Departure

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Day 01 - Delhi Arrival

Day 02 - Delhi Darjeeling

Day 03 - Darjeeling

Day 04 - Darjeeling - Sikkim

Day 05 - Sikkim

Day 06 - Sikkim Kalimpong

Day 07 - Kalimpong

Day 08 - Kalimpong - Delhi

Day 09 - Departure

OUTLINE ITINERARY

TRIP DETAILS

Makha Valley Trek Trekking

Memorable journey through the Ladakh

range - 15 days ex DelhiMarkha Valley trek is the most sought after

trekking destination for it offers amazing

journey through Ladakh region with spell-

binding views of High Himalayan and

Karakoram Ranges. Along with the insightful

cultural exploration in Leh, you get quality

time for acclimatization. You can capture

magnificent sights of Karakoram ranges and

Leh valley from an outstanding vantage point

at Kongmaru La pass situated at an elevation

of 5,200 meters. The trek journeys through

rock pinnacles, beetling cliffs, narrow defiles,

willow groves, glaciated passes, chortens and

walls festooned with multi-hued prayer flags,

quaint villages, irrigated fields of barley and

potatoes, yak pastures and nomadic

settlements. If nature favors you, you may

even get to sightsee exotic fauna like

Himalayan Blue Sheep, Ibex and snow

leopard. By the end of the trek, you get

extensive knowledge on Markha valley and

completely fulfilling indelible travel

experience.

Day 01 Delhi Arrival


Day 03 Fly from Delhi to Leh [3505m]

Day 04- 5 Sightseeing in Leh

Day 06 Trek from Zinchen to Kandala

Base

Day 07 Kandala Base Shingo

Day 08 Shingo Skiu

Day 09 Skiu Markha [3800 m]

Day 10 Markha Thochungtse [4250 m]

Day 11 Thochungtse Nimaling [4730 m]

Day 12 Nimaling - Kongmaru La (Pass) -

Shang Sumdo

Day 13 Shang Sumdo - Martselang Leh

Day 14 Fly from Leh to Delhi

Day 15 - Departure

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Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi



Trip length: 9 Days

Activity: Cultural Tour

Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi



Adrenaline-fueled trip to Darjeeling,

Sikkim and Kalimpong - 9 days ex

DelhiFor the ardent adventure traveler, this tour is

an absolute treat to embrace the essence of

Himalayan range of India. From sightseeing

to cultural explorations you get as many

varieties of travel activities as you like. After

unboarding a flight at Baghdogra airport, the

scenic drive continues towards Darjeeling,

Sikkim and then Kalimpong with panoromic

himalayan horizon set as pictureque

backdrop. Rich natural environment and

intricate cultural tapestry follow you

throughout the journey. Characterized as

major producer of aromatic tea in India,

Darjeeling has several other travel

destinations besides its rekonowned

Himalayan Railway and Batasia loop.

Journeying towards Sikkim, its unique

traditions and heritage continue to permeate

and enrich your travel experience. With

fondest memories of Show Hall, Saramsa

Garden and Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical

Garden, your tour progresses towards

Kalimpong, a dotted place to produce 80% of

India's gladioli. Welcoming people, unique

culture and incomparable cuisine make

Kalimpong one of the great travel

destinations. You can not help feeling a sense

of awe on encountering a mosaic of people,

arts and cultural diversity at each of your

destination.

Goecha La Trek

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Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi



Spectacular hiking along the

Kanchenjunga Area - 15 days ex DelhiGuicha La trek offers you an incredible

experience that is both challenging and

ultimately rewarding. Prior to your trekking

journey, you get a fantastic introduction to the

wonders of Darjeeling. After complete

acclimatization, you make an easy trek to

Dzongri. The trek becomes moderate as it skirts

through lush meadows, luxuriant

rhododendron forest, orchid fields and pristine

villages towards Guicha La. The journey gets

you to into the heart of the mountains and in the

midst of the intriguing local culture. En route,

you meet numerous trails and vantage points to

witness the spellbinding beauty of Mount

Everest, Kanchenjunga range, Mt. Pandim, Mt.

Rathong, Kabru range, Goecha peak and other

mountain giants. The trek reaches a perfect

climax after you experience a kaleidoscope of

colour, religion and cuisine in Gangtok, the

capital of Sikkim.

Kinnaur Kailash Mountain Trek Trekking

TRIP DETAILS



Starts in: Delhi

Ends in: Delhi


Transportation: Train & private car

Awe-inspiring circumnavigation

around Kinnaur Kailash mountain -

17 days ex DelhiThis singularly unusual Himalayan

trekking journey will take us deep into

Buddhist Kinnaur, one of Northern India's

least known and most compelling

mountain regions. Located on the Indo-

Tibetan border, Kinnaur, Land of the Gods,

is perhaps the most fascinating region of

the Indian Himalayas. Set within the

Western Himalaya, it boasts some of the

highest mountains in Himachal Pradesh.

This is the only area in the world where

Buddhist worship has gone on completely

uninterrupted, and Kinnaur has never been

subject to outside invasion. Being restricted

to all until 1993, it has the mystique of a

forbidden kingdom and an aura of the

unknown. Nature's work here is awe-

inspiring. Bisecting the Kinnaur Valley is

the foaming Satluj River, which rises near

Mount Kailash in Tibet, and passes

through spectacular gorges carved by its

strong currents.

You will be provided with many

opportunities to learn about Tibetan

Buddhism and the history of the people in

this fascinating and untouched region.

OUTLINE ITINERARY


Day 01 Arrive Delhi


Day 03 Train from Delhi to Pathankot

Day 04 Drive from Pathankot to

Dharamshala

Day 05 Sightseeing in Dharamshala

Day 06 Drive from Dharamshala to Bathad

Day 07 Trek from Bathad to Bashleo Pass

[3270 m]

Day 08 Bashleo Pass - Kullu Sarahan

Day 09 Drive to Thangi

Day 10 Trek to Lambar (2896 m)

Day 11 Charang (3700 m)

Day 12 Trek to Lalanti (4500 m)

Day 13 Trek to Chitkul (3450 m) and drive to

Sangla

Day 14 Leisure time at Sangla

Day 15 Drive to Shimla

Day 16 Delhi on train

Day 17 Departure

Day 01 Arrive Delhi

Day 02 Fly from Delhi to Bagdogra,

Day 03 Sightseeing in Darjeeling

Day 04 Drive from Darjeeling top Yuksum

[1780m]

Day 05 Trek from Yuksum to Tsoka [3710m]

Day 06 Tsoka to Dzongri [4030 m]

Day 07 Dzongri

Day 08 Dzongri to Thangsing [3800 m]

Day 09 Thangsing to Smiti Lake [4200 m]

Day 10 Smiti Lake to Guicha La [4940 m] and

return to Thangsing [3930m]

Day 11 Thangsing to Tsoka [3710 m]

Day 12 Tsoka to Yuksam [1780 m]

Day 13 Drive from Yuksam to Gangtok

Day 14 Sightseeing in Gangtok &

Day 15 Drive from Gangtok to Bagdogra and

fly from Bagdogra to Delhi

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General information

Travel with a group or on a private trip

All our trips are available on fixed departure and private basis. If you would like to travel independently, or with

your friends, families & colleagues you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for

any number of people. We offer tailored adventure as well to suit your exact requirements.

Travel insurance

Before joining the tour we recommend you take out travel insurance. This should include adequate cover for

baggage, medical expenses, cancellation, helicopter evacuation and emergency repatriation. If you do not have

travel insurance you must have a credit card with at least a US$5000 limit.

Immunizations / Vaccinations

As vaccination requirements change frequently, we suggest you to consult your doctor at least 3 months prior to

the commencement of your trip. We recommend protection against malaria, tetanus, typhoid, hepatitis and polio.

Trek security

Security of our clients is the foremost important for us. All our guides and other support crew are carefully chosen

for your trips, all our guides are licensed by Nepal Government. They are absolutely honest who you can trust

your life with; they will ensure that you do not have any feeling of insecurity throughout your trip.

Clothing and equipment

The clothing you bring will need to allow for both the warmth of the days and the chill of the nights. While

trekking during the day at lower altitudes, lightweight trekking trousers and T-shirts are recommended. It's

always a good idea to carry a waterproof jacket and some warmer clothing with you though as mountain weather

is notoriously unpredictable. For the cold nights, thermal underwear, a warm fleece jacket and even a down jacket

will help to keep you warm. You will receive a checklist of what to bring with the trip dossier. Most equipment

will be provided on the trip with the exception of personal equipment.

Luggage on treks

During trek your main luggage will be carried by porter or pack animals (usually yaks or cross breeds). You

simply carry a day pack with water bottle, camera, sun-screen, spare jacket, etc. - a small load that allows full

enjoyment of the trek. A trek bag is ideal for your main luggage, plus a small lockable bag for travel clothes.

Visa / Passport

All travelers must carry a valid passport and appropriate visas. Please ensure your passport is valid for 6 months

beyond the duration of the trip.

High Altitude

Altitude sickness has the potential to affect all trekkers from 2500m and higher. Your body needs days to adjust to

smaller quantities of oxygen in the air. At 5500m/18,044ft the air pressure is approximately half that of sea level,

i.e. there is half the amount of oxygen. For treks below an altitude of about 3000m/10,000ft it is not normally a

problem. Acute Mountain Sickness is caused by going up high too fast and can be fatal if all the warning signals

are ignored. Note that it is not the actual altitude, but the speed at which you reach higher altitudes which causes

the problems. At Explore Himalaya, we are very concern about that problem and always take some rest days to

acclimatize to avoid any health problems.

Climate

Average maximum (degrees Celsius) / Average minimum (degrees Celsius)

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Kathmandu 23 / 9 26 / 11 31 / 15 35 / 19 35 / 21 34 / 23 32 / 23 33 / 24 32 / 23 31 / 21 29 / 16 24 / 11

Lhasa 7 / -11 9 / -7 12 / -3 16 / 1 19 / 5 22 / 9 22 / 10 21 / 9 19 / 7 16 / 1 11 / -5 7 / -9

Beijing 1 / -9 4 / -7 11 / -1 19 / 7 26 / 13 30 / 18 31 / 21 29 / 20 26 / 14 19 / 7 10 / -1 3 / -7

Chengdu 9 / 2 11 / 4 16 / 8 21 / 12 26 / 17 28 / 20 29 / 22 29 / 21 25 / 18 21 / 14 16 / 9 11 / 4

New Delhi 21 / 7 23 / 10 29 / 15 36 / 21 39 / 26 38 / 28 34 / 27 33 / 26 34 / 24 33 / 19 28 / 13 23 / 8


All booking are made with Explore Himalaya Travel & Adventure

Amrit Marg, Bhagwan Bahal - Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal

Tel: (977 1) 4418100, Fax: (977 1) 4412888 - Email: [email protected]

1. It is a fundamental that you acknowledge that this is an adventure tour. This requires some flexibility. The day to day itinerary

or program is taken as a guideline only. We can not be hold responsible for any delays caused by International or domestic flights,

strikes, Govt. regulations, weather or natural casualties etc. In such cases, Explore Himalaya shall be responsible for providing

suitable alternatives which could be decided upon mutual agreement. If an agreement cannot be made, Explore Himalaya shall be

only responsible for refund after deducting expenses already incurred.

2. Your booking will be confirmed by mail or email once we have received:

* US$ 250 for Tibet trip and USD 200 for Nepal trip deposit [8000m peak deposits are US$ 1500 or equivalent]

* Signed copy of booking form and contract.

We are flexible about how you pay the balance. We much prefer that you pay the balance at least 6 weeks before the tour begins

but also we accept the balance payment on arrival in Nepal (i.e. once you have met us).

3. If you cancel at least 6 weeks before the tour we will refund any money paid to us less US$200 cancellation fees (US$750 for

8000m expeditions).

4. If you do not show up in Kathmandu on the agreed date we will assume you have been delayed and will wait for you to contact

us with your new expected arrival date. If you do not contact us within 48 hours, we will assume you have cancelled the tour.

There is no refund of any money paid.

5. The tour will not be cancelled unless we are forced to do so because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances (force majeure),

such as a major natural disaster, major political unrest or war. If we cancel the tour we will promptly refund all payments made to

us, i.e. including the deposit. We shall not be liable to refund any additional expenses that you may have incurred (such as

insurance, visas, vaccinations and other incidental costs).

6. In case of the journey broken of early return upon client's own wish or causes, Explore Himalaya shall not be liable to any

refund of the days not utilized. Clients have to pay for the hotel or any extra costs incurred after leaving the itinerary.

7. Before joining the tour we recommend you take out travel insurance. This should include adequate cover for theft, personal

accident, luggage, medical expenses, cancellation of tickets, helicopter evacuation and emergency repatriation. If you do not have

travel insurance you should have a credit card with at least a US$5000 limit.

8. The trek information sheets and the dossier give information and conditions relating to the tour and are deemed to be part of

the contract and so you should be fully aware of their contents. However the itinerary is an indication of what the group should

accomplish, but not a contractual obligation. Changes may be made because of exceptional weather, flight cancellations, sickness

or other unforeseeable circumstances- No refunds are given for unused services or unrealized dreams. We do give sympathy

though.

9. All information and advice provided (vaccinations, climate, trekking equipment, visas etc) is given 'in good faith but without

responsibility by us. All travelers must carry a valid passport and appropriate visas. Please ensure your passport is valid for 6

months beyond the duration of the trip.

10. You agree to abide by the authority of the leader. If you have a complaint that cannot be dealt with immediately, or you are not

satisfied with the response please notify us in writing within 10 days of the tour completion. We shall try to agree on a settlement.

The terms and conditions of all agreements made with Explore Himalaya shall be subject to, and governed by, Nepali law.

11. When making your booking it is implied and accepted that you have read and understood all these booking conditions and

agree to abide by them.

Booking conditions

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