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1 Enjoying the privacy and comfort of upmarket lodges, this stunning trek amongst the towering peaks of the Himalayas offers a chance to enjoy one of the world s greatest adventures in style. Whilst avoiding Base Camp, this strenuous journey still affords an opportunity to walk in the shadow of giants, with excellent views of the entire Khumbu range including Everest itself. From Kathmandu you will journey on to Lukla by light aircraft, arriving in time to spend your first morning trekking down to Phakding on the banks of the Dudh Khosi. Over the following days you will then trek amongst some of the finest mountain scenery anywhere, as you hike up to the bustling Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar and on to the mountain village of Thame. There will ample time to acclimatise, as you enjoy guided walks around the mountain villages and visit the home of some of the most famous Sherpa guides ever to grace these steep valleys. Returning to Kathmandu at the end of the journey, you will have an opportunity to visit the historic Newari towns of Bhaktapur and Patan, before paying a final visit to Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in the country. HIGHLIGHTS: Explore the bustling streets and markets of Kathmandu Enjoy the stunning Himalayan scenery, including Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse Plenty of time to acclimatise to the mountain setting Visit the unspoiled monastery of Thame and the fascinating Nangpa La Valley Discover the old Newari towns of the Kathmandu Valley TOUR INCLUDES: 2 internal flights 9 nights comfortable mountain lodge accommodation. 3 nights 4* hotel accommodation 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 9 dinners Private driver and vehicle, normally a SUV car for one or two people Private trekking guide and porters Trekking permits and sightseeing programme including all entrance fees Private guided transfers to and from all airports

2 This trek is graded moderate to strenuous. *Please note the prices shown are per person and based on two persons sharing a twin or double room

3 ITINERARY DAY 1: KATHMANDU Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer on to your comfortable boutique hotel. DAY 2: KATHMANDU - LUKLA (2800M) - PHAKDING (2610M) Leaving Kathmandu this morning you will take the exhilarating flight on to Lukla. The starting point of the trek takes you down towards the Dudh Khosi River, following a relatively easy trail on towards Phakding. A 3-4 hour hike today, the landscape is dominated by the towering peaks of Kusumkang, Nupla and Konge Ri and you will arrive in Phakding around lunchtime. This afternoon is then free to relax and perhaps enjoy an optional walk. Overnight in Phakding. (B,L,D) DAY 3: PHAKDING - MONJO (2850M) Departing Phakding after breakfast, you'll begin following a trail that runs along the right bank of the Dudh Khosi towards Monjo. As you climb up through the terraced hills, the sight of Thamserku Peak looms high above you. Arriving at the village of Chumoa there is a chance to stop and visit a local vegetable farm, before continuing the journey on to Monjo. Your lodge is located above the village and after lunch you can join your guide on a walk around the local area. (B,L,D) DAY 4: MONJO - NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M) Taking around five hours, today's trek sees you heading up towards Namche Bazaar, initially following a route that descends down to a suspension bridge before climbing up to Jorshale and the entrance of the national park. From here you then follow the river and enter a forested area, before crossing the Bhote Khosi by another suspension bridge and ascending to the colourful Sherpa capital of Namche. This afternoon is free to explore the town at your leisure. (B,L,D) DAY 5: NAMCHE BAZAAR - NAMCHE After breakfast this morning there is the option to take a walk up to the village of Khumjung, the largest village in the Khumbu district. Home to a school and a hospital, both built by the late Sir Edmund Hillary, the village promises some spectacular views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Lhotse. From here you'll then head back to Namche. Alternatively, if you don't feel like doing a 4-5 hour hike today, you can stay and explore more of Namche Bazaar instead. (B,L,D)

4 DAY 6: NAMCHE - THAME (3800M) Following part of the old trading route between Nepal and neighbouring Tibet, today's four hour trek to Thame offers up the stunning backdrop of Cho Oyu as an accompaniment to the journey. Stopping for lunch in Thamo you then continue on to the home village of a number of famous Sherpa guides, including Tenzing Norgay and Ang Rita, who holds the record of summiting Everest no fewer than 10 times without oxygen. Crossing the Bhote Khosi, you then end the day in the village of Thame. (B,L,D) DAY 7: THAME Following breakfast you will pay a visit to Thame's beautiful unspoiled monastery this morning. The day also provides an opportunity to explore something of the fascinating Nangpa La Valley, where Tibetan traders bring their goods-laden yaks across the border to trade. Returning to the lodge for lunch, this afternoon then offers up a chance to explore more of Thame itself. Trek time 4 hours. (B,L,D) DAY 8: THAME - NAMCHE Retracing your steps after breakfast, the return journey takes you back through Thamo and down along a series of gentle trails that run through forests of pine. Stopping for lunch en route you'll arrive back in Namche later this afternoon, where the rest of the day is free to relax with a good book or explore a little more. Trek time 4-5 hours. (B,L,D) DAY 9: NAMCHE - MONJO Departing Namche after breakfast, the trek down to Monjo today will take around three and a half hours. Arriving in time for lunch, this afternoon is free to enjoy an optional hike to a nearby monastery. (B,L,D) DAY 10: MONJO - LUKLA Passing back through Phakding, you'll retrace the journey back to Lukla this morning. A fairly easy trail to follow, there will be some steady climbs up through the scrub forests, before the final ascent up to the Tamang village that lies just on the outskirts of Lukla. Taking around four hours, the end of the trek then allows for some free time to explore Lukla, perhaps celebrating a job well done in one of the local bars with your guides and porters. (B,L,D)

5 DAY 11: LUKLA - KATHMANDU Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free. (B) DAY 12: KATHMANDU A day's sightseeing provides an opportunity to discover the cultural highlights of Bhaktapur, Patan and Boudhanath today. Beginning in Bhaktapur, you will visit the splendid Palace of 55 Windows and the 7-tiered stupa, before driving on to Patan to pay a visit to its historic Durbar Square and the Golden Temple. Lunch in its museum cafe will be followed by some free time to visit the Patan museum, before heading back to Kathmandu to visit Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. (B,L) DAY 13: KATHMANDU Transfer to Kathmandu's international today airport for your onward journey. (B)

6 ACCOMMODATION KATHMANDU AMBASSADOR GARDEN HOME Built in 1972 the Ambassador Garden Home boutique hotel has been recently renovated giving it a characterful feel of both old and new Nepal. The 18 guest rooms are spacious and comfortable with en suite bathrooms, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Located in the centre of the Thamel neighbourhood, guests can easily stroll around and enjoy discovering the sights and surrounding area. DALAI LA BOUTIQUE HOTEL Dalai La Boutique is a boutique hotel situated in the centre of Kathmandu. The hotel has 25 rooms spread throughout two traditionally designed Nepalese wings, the Old and New Wing. All rooms come with Wi-Fi, TVs and premium bathrobes. The hotel offers bespoke services that aim to cater to all needs including yoga & meditation sessions, room service massage and spa treatments, astrology and palmistry sessions, mehendi and 24 hour room service. These services are all available on request. Dalai-La Boutique also has its own authentic Italian and continental restaurant where a variety of locally sourced, seasonal and fresh produce are incorporated into the menu and also has a courtyard bar where guests can unwind and enjoy a cocktail. DWARIKA'S HOTEL Dwarika s is a stunning 5* star traditional Newari-style property that oozes charm. Located in Kathmandu the hotel is within easy reach of the spectacular Swayambhu stupa and the Pashupatinath temple complex. The property itself features a mix of woodwork and artefacts salvaged from temple and house restorations. Dwarika s 86 spacious and luxurious rooms and suites are decorated in Newari style and the hotel pool and grounds are a tranquil haven and a perfect place to relax. A Himalayan spa is also on site and offers a range of wonderful treatments for guests to enjoy at their own leisure. The hotel s restaurants and bar each offer a variety of culinary experiences for you to choose from. GOKARNA FOREST RESORT Gorkana Forest Resort is a 4* hotel situated within Gokarna Protected Forest in the Kathmandu Valley. The hotel has been constructed with a blend of Malla and Rana period architecture. The 100 spacious deluxe and superior rooms and suites are all decorated in a Nepali-style and all rooms come with a large modern bathroom, cable TV, mini bar and tea/coffee making facilities. Wi-Fi is also available. Breakfast and all-day dining is served at the Durbar Restaurant and the hotel also has the Club House Restaurant which offers a variety of Chinese and Thai cuisine. The resort also has an indoor pool and gym, a spa, hot tub, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room as well as a business centre and travel desk.

7 HOTEL FRIENDS HOME Hotel friends Home is located in the Eastern part of Thamel, Kathmandu, and is a short distance away from local attractions such as the Garden of Dreams and the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. The hotel has a variety of 20 standard and deluxe rooms designed to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay. Each room comes equipped with air conditioning, an ensuite bathroom with shower, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, Telephone and complementary toiletries and towels. The rooftop terrace acts as a good location to watch the sunrise and set in the valley and on a clear day you can even make out a chunk of the neighbouring mountain range. HOTEL HIMALAYA Himalaya Hotel is a high quality deluxe hotel located close to the business district in Kathmandu and is near the World Heritage site that is Patan Durbar Square. The hotel provides 125 spacious and luxurious rooms in the executive and deluxe categories. Each room is equipped with a satellite TV, minibar, broadband internet access, electronic safe, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities and air conditioning. The hotel offers a variety of places to eat, from the Café Horizon which overlooks the garden, Base Camp Bar, Tea Lounge and Terrace Dining Room. There are two pools outside as well as a clay tennis court for guests to enjoy at their own leisure. Himalaya Hotel also has a shopping arcade, laundry and dry cleaning services, Wi-Fi and car parking. HOTEL TIBET Hotel Tibet is a charming hotel situated in the heart of Kathmandu that offers panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding hills. The hotel is only 8km from Tribhuvan International Airport and is in walking distance from the famous shopping centres of Thamel. The hotel offers 53 stylish, deluxe rooms with the basic amenities needed to ensure a comfortable stay, including air conditioning, TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, mini bar and hair dryer. Hotel Tibet has two restaurants that offer a variety of modern and Asian dishes for guests to sample as well as a rooftop terrace garden where guests can enjoy the panoramic views whilst enjoying a cocktail. The hotel also has its own spa that provides a variety of services to help guests unwind during their stay. HOTEL TRADITIONAL COMFORT Traditional Comfort is a four star hotel that follows Newari design and architectural principles and has a perfect balance between traditional artistic features and comfortable modern hospitality. With its meticulously carved beams and bronze fixtures the lobby gives guests a taste of what the rest of the hotel is like. The hotel s 36 rooms have been created with natural tones of brick and wood and the rooms range from standard, to deluxe and family adjoining rooms. Traditional Comfort also meets all the standards and principles of an eco-friendly and sustainable hotel with LED lights powered by solar energy and the water heating system powered by solar energy and electricity.

8 SHANKER HOTEL The Shanker Hotel was formerly a neo-classical Rana palace and is now a 4* heritage hotel located in Lazimpat within walking distance from Thamel and Durbar marg, Kathmandu s tourist hubs. The initial exterior design has been kept intact however the interior has been redesigned to give guests the type of comfort they would expect from a world class hotel. The hotel is characterised by authentic objects of art including the carved windows displayed in the lobby bar which are over 200 years old and each room comes equipped with a LED TV, complimentary Wi-Fi and personal safe, complimentary tea and coffee maker and ensuite bathroom facilities. Shanker Hotel also has a swimming pool, business centre, tranquillity spa and a variety of restaurants and bars for guests to enjoy. SOALTEE CROWN PLAZA Soaltee Crown Plaza is a five star hotel located in Tahachal, Kathmandu and is only 4km from the city centre and the temples and palaces of Durbar Square. The hotel is situated on 12 acres of landscaped grounds that echo the mountainous beauty of the Kathmandu Valley with vibrant gardens surrounding the open veranda where guests can enjoy the grounds in peace and take in the mountainous view that surrounds them and afterwards can visit the hotel s bar to enjoy a refreshing drink. Guests can also enjoy complimentary access to the fully equipped fitness centre and on-site spa with steam room, sauna, and pool and massage/treatment rooms. LUKLA YETI MOUNTAIN HOME Yeti Mountain Homes is a group of collection of comfort traditional style lodges located in the Khumbu/Everest region of Nepal. This selection of luxury lodges provide spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountain landscape and each lodge is made up of spacious rooms with thick duvets, electric blankets and ensuite bathroom facilities and each lodge has its own restaurant offering a variety of hearty meals. Yeti Mountain Homes have lodges in Phakding, Lukla, Kongde, Thame and Namche, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout your Everest adventure. Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel Ltd Tel Fax +44 (0) info@wildfrontierstravel.com Website wildfrontierstravel.com