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15 days, ex Kolkata
itiNerary... Days 1-2 kolkata Once the capital of British India, Kolkata is an exciting city with a fascinating history. There are plenty of art galleries, museums and a vibrant theatre scene. *plus Local Payment INR 10,000
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Days 3-4 Bhitarkanika Park Explore the mangrove forest of Bhitarkanika Park, cruising along a river creek on the lookout for salt water crocodiles, sea turtles, spotted deer and even the king cobra. Take a walk into the park to discover small villages. Days 5-7 Puri Visit the beautiful Orissan temples before driving through lush green paddy fields to the Sun Temple. One of the most sublime monuments in India, this temple is notable for its imposing dimensions and faultless proportions. Day 8 chilika lake Camp on the shores of Chilika Lake, a brackish lagoon that sprawls along the east coast. Days 9 Baliguda Experience ancient tribal cultures in the remote areas of deep forest in Orissas hilly interior. Day 10 rayagada Walk through the villages of the Kutia Kondh tribes and admire the women beautified with body and facial tattoos. Day 11 Jeypore Call in at the colourful weekly market of Dongoria Khondh. Day 12 lamtaput Learn about the customs and rituals of the Bonda people and the ancient history of the Gaddava tribe. Days 13-14 Visakhapatnam Get lost in the sprawling bustle of the Kunduli weekly market, a hubbub of noise selling everything from cattle and pots to clothing and medicines. Explore the beach and holy shrine of Visakhapatnam. Day 15 kolkata After an overnight train trip, the journey comes full circle in Kolkata.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, The journey home, India - Brigette Bowen accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), hostel (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt), camping (3 nt) traNsPort Overnight train, bus, taxi, tram, cycle & autorickshaw, pole boat, bullock cart GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 28 Sep 12 Oct 26 Oct 09 Nov Finish 12 Oct 26 Oct 09 Nov 23 Nov 23 Nov 07 Dec 21 Dec 2009 04 Jan 18 Jan 07 Dec 21 Dec 04 Jan 18 Jan 01 Feb 01 Feb 15 Feb 01 Mar 15 Mar 15 Feb 01 Mar 15 Mar 29 Mar
" soak up the vibrant buzz in kolkata " explore the tribal villages of orissa " learn the rituals and traditions of locals " experience the chaos of rural markets
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15 days, ex Kathmandu
itiNerary... Day 1 kathmandu An excellent launching point for the adventure ahead, vibrant and eclectic Kathmandu is rich in artistic and cultural heritage and full of fascinating sights. If you *plus Local Payment US$200
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arrive early, check out Durbar Square, home to the palace of the Kumari Devi, who is considered to be a living goddess. Days 2-13 everest Base camp Enjoy an opportunity of a lifetime, trekking to magnificent Everests base camp. Surrounded by the worlds most remote and breathtaking mountain scenery, rest overnight in local teahouses and explore the diversity of Himalayan traditions and religion. Gain a respect for the might of Everest and learn about Sherpa culture, chatting with guides who have reached the summit in the village of Phortse Gaon. Following remote mountain paths, cross glaciers, traverse valleys and climb high passes to ascend to the foot of Mt Everest, acclimatising to high altitudes on the way. From base camp, make a tough walk to Kala Pathar at 5,545 m for unforgettable views of Everest, Lhotse and the jagged peaks of this aweinspiring region. Take it easy on the descent, calling in at Tengboche Monastery and the Sherpa Heritage Foundation. Stay overnight in Lukla before bidding the mountain goodbye as you leave its slopes. Days 14-15 kathmandu The flight from Lukla back to the capital is short and rewarding, with great views back across the Himalayan slopes. Soak up more of Kathmandus atmosphere with a spot of shopping among the network of street markets. If shopping is not your thing, take a trip over the Bagmati River to the adjacent city of Patan, with its abundance of temples and monasteries.
accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (2 nts), teahouse lodges (12 nts) traNsPort Plane, bus, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals No meals included BuDGet Allow US$300 for meals not included DeParts Selected Wed & Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes This trip starts at 1:00pm on day 1 traVeller ratiNG 4.74 out of 5 start 2008 12 Jan 19 Jan 26 Jan 09 Feb 16 Feb 23 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 May Finish 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 23 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 07 Jun 16 Aug 23 Aug 28 Aug 30 Aug 04 Sep 06 Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 18 Sep 20 Sep 25 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 08 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 22 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 05 Nov 08 Nov 21 Jun 30 Aug 06 Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 18 Sep 20 Sep 25 Sep 27 Sep 02 Oct 04 Oct 09 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 22 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 05 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 19 Nov 22 Nov 15 Nov 19 Nov 22 Nov 29 Nov 03 Dec 06 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 24 Dec 27 Dec 31 Dec 2009 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 07 Feb 14 Feb 18 Feb 21 Feb 29 Nov 03 Dec 06 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 31 Dec 03 Jan 07 Jan 10 Jan 14 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 07 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Feb 04 Mar 07 Mar 28 Feb 07 Mar 11 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 15 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 29 Apr 02 May 09 May 16 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 14 Mar 21 Mar 25 Mar 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 29 Apr 02 May 09 May 13 May 16 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Everest Base Camp, Nepal - Angela Stevenson
" trek to everest Base camp with sherpas " Visit remote hilltop monasteries " admire spectacular himalayan vistas " stay in traditional mountain teahouses " experience the magnificent himalayas
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