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22 days, ex Kathmandu
itiNerary... Day 1 kathmandu Experience the eclectic sights of Kathmandu. The monkey temple of Swayambhunath is well worth a visit, as are the street markets and old world Durbar Square. *plus Local Payment US$300
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Day 2 Bandipur Friendly locals are ready to chat and guide you on walks in the countryside surrounding Bandipur, where youll get a first glimpse of the breathtaking Annapurna ranges. Days 3-19 annapurna circuit By day, trek through rugged mountain scenery. At night relax in cosy teahouses where simple but filling meals sustain your hiking efforts. Cross icy rivers, traverse broad plains and climb mountain passes to complete a loop around the Annapurna ranges. Say hello to yak and goat herders tending their animals on grassy fields and visit remote mountain monasteries to soak up Nepali culture and traditions. Stop often to look at the vistas and acclimatise to the dramatic altitudes. Youll hardly believe such beauty can be real. Cross Thorung La Pass, the highest on this trip at 5,416 m, and take a moment to revel in the adrenaline rush that comes with such an enjoyable exertion. Day 20 Pokhara Exhilarated and ready to celebrate, its time to hop on a bus and travel to the lovely town of Pokhara. This is the perfect base to rest weary limbs, contemplate a tremendous achievement and enjoy the mountain views from one of the many lakeside cafes. Days 21-22 kathmandu Returning to Kathmandu, there is time to continue sightseeing or do some last minute shopping. The souvenir options are plentiful, with many markets selling Nepali wares of clothes, embroidery, carpets and ceramics.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Jump for joy! - Angela Stevenson accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (4 nts), teahouse lodges (17 nts) traNsPort Bus, minibus, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals No meals included BuDGet Allow US$440 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes This trip starts at 1:00pm on day 1 traVeller ratiNG 4.66 out of 5 start 2008 13 Jan 27 Jan 10 Feb 24 Feb 09 Mar 23 Mar 30 Mar 13 Apr 27 Apr 11 May 25 May Finish 03 Feb 17 Feb 02 Mar 16 Mar 30 Mar 13 Apr 20 Apr 04 May 18 May 01 Jun 15 Jun 24 Aug 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 14 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Nov 07 Dec 14 Dec 30 Nov 07 Dec 14 Dec 21 Dec 28 Dec 2009 18 Jan 25 Jan 01 Feb 15 Feb 22 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 21 Dec 28 Dec 04 Jan 11 Jan 18 Jan 08 Feb 15 Feb 22 Feb 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 12 Apr 26 Apr 10 May 17 May 24 May 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 03 May 17 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun
" sip chai in kathmandu " trek the challenging annapurna circuit " experience stunning himalayan scenery " rejuvenate in natural hot springs
Nepal Just mention Nepal and I will have a smile on my face - its a country I would love to return to. As impressive as the wonders of the Himalayan Kingdom are, what makes Nepal truly amazing is its people. Charlie Moor
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15 days, Kathmandu to Delhi
itiNerary... Days 1-2 kathmandu Walk through Kathmandus maze of bazaars and maybe visit Durbar Square, home to the Kumari Devi or living goddess. Days 3-5 chitwan National Park *plus Local Payment NPR 15,000
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Explore Chitwan National Park by foot and jeep to experience some of the best wildlife viewing in Asia. Spot rhinos, deers, monkeys and even wild Nepalese chickens. Day 6 lumbini The final stop in Nepal is at the border town of Lumbini. It was here that Siddhartha Gautama, better known as Buddha, was born. Day 7 Varanasi The change of scenery from Nepal to India is immediate; you know you are in India when you are greeted by holy cows cruising along the highway. Day 8 river Ganges Boat trip What better way to experience the sacred River Ganges than by boat? Days 9-10 Varanasi One of the oldest living cities, Varanasi is a hive of religious life and colour. Wander through the monasteries of nearby Sarnath or just sit by the river and be entertained by the constant flow of activity. Days 11-12 orchha By the banks of the Betwa River sits Orchha, a historical masterpiece of stone temples and palaces. Explore the grand stone buildings untouched by modern life and scattered across the countryside. Day 13 agra Visit one of the finest monuments ever constructed, the Taj Mahal. The teardrop on the face of eternity was built as a memorial for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahans wife. Days 14-15 Delhi Indias capital is alive with historical sights, museums, galleries and endless bazaars. The ruins of Qutb Minar, the Indira Gandhi Museum and Birla house are all worth visiting.
Durbar Square, Kathmandu accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), deluxe air-conditioned tents/cottage (2 nts), camping (1 nt) traNsPort Overnight train, private jeep, boat, canoe, local bus, cycle & auto rickshaw, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.45 out of 5 start 2008 05 Jan 12 Jan 19 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 23 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr Finish 19 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 23 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 03 May 23 Aug 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 17 May 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29 Nov 06 Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 2009 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 07 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 29 Nov 06 Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 07 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Feb 07 Mar 28 Feb 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 04 Apr 18 Apr 02 May 16 May 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 02 May 16 May 30 May
" experience the cultures of india and Nepal " Visit the birthplace of Buddha " soak up the spirituality of Varanasi " Discover ancient stone temples in orchha
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