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River Deep, Mountain High
 
From To
Thur 20 Mar 2008 Wed 09 Apr 08
Thur 17 Apr 08 Wed 07 May 08
Thur 09 Oct 08 Wed 29 Oct 08
Thur 06 Nov 08 Wed 26 Nov 08

 

Grade: Moderate

Max Elevation:3817m

 
 

21 days total. On trek 11 days.– Visit historic World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu and the surrounding Valley before embarking on the first part of your journey. Raft the Trishuli River before a scenic drive towards the lakeside resort of Pokhara. Enjoy relaxed sightseeing in Pokhara before your short flight to Jomsom to commence your trek. Follow established trails amid stunning Himalayan scenery. End with a relaxing soak in the hot springs at Tatopani before your picturesque drive south to the Royal Chitwan National Park for a jungle safari special. Travel by elephant back deep into the jungle on a silent safari to spot rare species including the Royal Bengal Tiger. Enjoy guided walks along jungle trails. Canoe along jungle waterways and visit traditional Tharu villages before a scenic drive back to Kathmandu.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Includes use of down jacket and sleeping bag on trek. Luxury hotel in Kathmandu and deluxe hotel in Pokhara.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Teahouse, safari lodge, hotels £1495 £1395  
  Flight From £600  
   
  Single hotel supplement Kathmandu Pokhara and Chitwan £380  
  Single teahouse lodge supplement on trek £25  
  Single tent on trek £35  
 

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Treasures of Nepal -luxury cultural tour
 
From To
Sat 23 Feb 08 Fri 07 Mar 08
Sat 15 Mar 08 Fri 28 Mar 08
Sat 12 Apr 08 Fri 25 Apr 08
Sat 04 Oct 08 Fri 17 Oct 08
Sat 08 Nov 08 Fri 21 Nov 08

 

Grade: Easy

Max Elevation: 1985m

 
 

14 days – A relaxing and luxury round trip tour of the treasures of Nepal. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Explore Royal Chitwan National Park on an elephant back safari with a chance to spot rare animal and bird species including the Royal Bengal Tiger, Gharyial Crocodile and One Horned Rhino. Enjoy nature walks and cultural programs. Visit Lumbini, the birthplace of the Lord Buddha. Relax by the lake side at Pokhara. Watch the sun rise and set over the Himalayan Range from the rim of the valley at Nagarkot. Easy walking and stunning scenery and architecture. Stay in luxury hotels and lodges. Enjoy stunning views and magnificent landscapes. See the best of Nepal on this first class tour of the Kingdom.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Luxury hotels and deluxe lodges throughout.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Luxury hotels and lodges £1395 £1295  
  Flight From £600  
   
  Single hotel supplement throughout £393  
 

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Luxury Lodges in the heart of the Khumbu
 
From To
Available on request Spring and Autumn
Sun 16 Mar 08 Wed 26 Mar 08
Sun 06 Apr 08 Wed 16 Apr 08
Sun 11 May 08 Wed 21 May 08
Sun 05 Oct 08 Wed 15 Oct 08
Sun 09 Nov 08 Wed 19 Nov 08

 

Grade: Moderate

Max Elevation: 3700m

 
 

11 days total. On trek 7 days.– Enjoy easy trekking and the comfort of luxury traditional mountain lodges in the heart of the Everest region of Khumbu. The idea of this trip is to enable non mountaineers to get as close as possible to the majestic Himalayas and enjoy the atmosphere and views in Everest country as well as introduce you to the unique melange of culture, history and geography of Nepal. Visit a quiet hill station on the edge of Kathmandu Valley for fantastic views of the Himalayan range. Explore ancient medieval cities with their stunning architecture before taking a short flight to the edge of Sagarmatha National Park. Enjoy spectacular views of Ama Dablam,Thamserku, the Khumbila Pass, Kongde Ri, Karelung and the Numbur Himal. as you trek into the National Park. Experience traditional Sherpa villages and towns, including the home village of ten time Everest Summiter Mr Ang Rita Sherpa (Snow Leopard) and pretty Khumjung village where Sir Edmund Hillary has initiated many social projects. See yak caravans following trade routes between Nepal and Tibet. Pass colourful prayer flags and carved mani (prayer) stones. Visit the most famous Tengboche Monastery as well as small but impressive Karag Monastery. Relax in luxury lodges selected for their scenic locations, tranquillity and comfortable surroundings.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Includes use of down jacket and sleeping bag on trek. Luxury hotel in Kathmandu and deluxe mountain lodges on trek.Available on request througout Spring and Autumn up to late November/early December.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Luxury lodges £1695 £1495  
  Flight From £600  
   
  Single hotel supplement Kathmandu £120  
  Single luxury lodges supplement on trek £335  
 

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Exclusive Kingdoms
 
From To
Mon 17 Mar 08 Wed 26 Mar 08
Mon 14 Apr 08 Wed 23 Apr 08
Mon 05 May 08 Wed 14 May 08
Mon 22 Sep 08 Wed 01 Oct 08
Mon 20 Oct 08 Wed 29 Oct 08
Mon 03 Nov 08 Wed 12 Nov 08

 

Grade: Easy-Moderate

Max Elevation: 3860m

 
 

10 days – An exclusive luxury tour where you’ll stay in five star hotels and travel in style by private car and charter helicopter. Visit World Heritage Sites with your own private expert guide. Experience the enchanting mélange of palace buildings, courtyards and pagoda temples, vibrant street scenes, and sacred sites at the heart of Nepalese society and culture. Enjoy a private charter helicopter flight to retrace part of Sir Edmund Hillary’s Everest expedition. Visit centuries old Tengboche Monastery in the lap of Everest. Paraglide through breathtaking mountain ranges and over Kathmandu Valley, sharing your airspace with Himalayan Griffins. Spot rare wildlife on private jungle safari by charter elephant. Experience unique shopping in colourful Kathmandu. Relax in luxury surroundings in the heart of the Himalayan Kingdoms.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 4 persons. Includes use of down jacket and sleeping bag on trek. Luxury hotel in Kathmandu, deluxe hotels and lodges elsewhere.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 4 - 6 7 - 16  
  Luxury lodges and hotels £3095 £3095  
  Flight From £600  
   
  Single hotel supplement Kathmandu Pokhara and Chitwan £340  
 

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Kathmandu to Gorkha mountain biking
 
From To
2008 dates coming soon 2008 dates coming soon

 

Grade: Moderate to strenuous

Max Elevation: 2800m

 
 

11 days – Enjoy an excellent short bike trip starting from the charming lakeside town of Pokhara against the stunning backdrop of the Annapurnas and Fishtail Mountain. Explore Pokhara Valley, combing great off road trails, jeep tracks and single trails through spectacular countryside. Enjoy stunning mountain views of the Annapurnas, Fishtail Mountain, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Ganesh Himal as you travel through picturesque traditional villages, past beautiful rice fields, ancient temples and through rich forested valleys with tumbling mountain streams and fresh clear lakes. A short but steep approach brings you to historic Gorkha Durbar, an ancient fortress palace that in times gone by was home to the former Kings of Nepal and now looks out over the town with soaring Himalayan peaks above and plunging valleys below. A truely great introduction to biking in Nepal.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Good quality guesthouse in Kathmandu and best available local lodges elsewhere.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Good quality guesthouses and lodges £795 £725  
  Flight From £500  
  Insurance £95  
  Single hotel and lodge supplement £120  
 

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Living Arts and Architecture of Nepal
 
From To
Thur 08 Nov 07 Sat 17 Nov 07
Thur 27 Mar 2008 Sat 05 Apr 08
Thur 06 Nov 08 Sat 15 Nov 08

 

Grade: Easy

Max Elevation: 1367m

 
 

10 days – A guided introduction and easy walking tour of the palaces, temples, treasures and arts of Nepal. Experience Nepal’s wonderful connection between art and architecture with it’s melting pot of religious and secular art incorporating Hindu, Buddhist and Tantric influences. This is a Kingdom where modern day and ancient arts sit side by side and are widely accessible, from the intricate temple designs to the simple indigenous tribal arts of the lowlands. With expert local heritage guides you’ll visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites and learn about the stunning heritage of arts and architecture, the histories behind the art, the current efforts to protect and preserve this rich heritage and the artistic skills that are alive today and very much part of the modern day economy. You’ll also have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the stunning landscapes, vibrant street scenes and amazing Himalayan views.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Deluxe hotel and best available local lodges and guesthouses.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Good quality guesthouses and lodges £1255 £1195  
  Flight From £500  
  Insurance £70  
  Single hotel supplement £250  
 

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Wildflowers of Nepal
 
From To
Available on request Spring and Autumn

 

Grade: Easy-Moderate

Max Elevation: 2730m

 
 

10 days total. On trek 4 days.– Stay at an eco friendly hotel in the foothills of Shivapuri National Park, with grounds spread over 6 acres of jungle and home to many species of flowering plants, birds and butterflies. A great combination of exploring the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Valley as well as exploration of a different kind into the dense vegetation of Shivapuri National Park. Enjoy a unique opportunity to observe sub tropical to temperate forest types including Oak, Laurel, Holly and Rhododendron forests. Follow pretty forest trails and encounter indigenous species including schima wallichii, castanopsis indica, alnus, prunus, chirpine as well as wild pear, cherry and yellow raspberry. Walk through a beautiful habitat for epiphytic ferns, mosses and orchids and, on the open slopes, see the Giant Lily and wild strawberry. Visit a key habitat for endangered woodsnipe, woodcock and Common Leopard and for the medicinal plant Aquarus calamus. Pass through a beautiful deep gorge and rich forest and follow trails past cascading streams with rich bird and animal as well as unique plant life. Eminent local naturalists will be your guides to show you the very best of the wildflowers of Nepal.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Includes use of down jacket and sleeping bag on trek. Deluxe eco -resort and fully provisioned tented camp on trek.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Eco resort and 3 nights tented camp £895 £795  
  Flight From £500  
  Insurance £70  
  Single hotel supplement (Kathmandu) £165  
  Single tent supplement £65  
 

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Birdlife of Nepal
 
From To
Available on request Spring and Autumn

 

Grade: Easy-Moderate

Max Elevation: 2500m

 
 

16 days – With hundreds of resident and migratory bird species, Nepal is a delight for birdwatchers. Visit the best birdwatching sites on this circuit of Nepal, with expert guidance from local naturalists. Beginning close to Shivapuri National Park you’ll have the opportunity to see Forktails, Redstarts and Kingfishers. Enjoy easy walking and magnificent views of the three queen cities of Kathmandu Valley as well as spotting local Kalij Pheasant, Common Hill Partridge, Booted Eagle, Black Eagle, Steppe Eagle, Crested Serpant Eagle, Laughing Thrushes, Sunbirds and more. Your journey continues on to the lakeside town of Pokhara and Fewa Lakeside to see Ibisbills, Wallcreepers, Brown Dippers, Green Magpies, Lesser Raquet Tailed Drongos along walking tails in the sub tropical forest and aquatic species during a relaxing boating trip. From Pokhara travel on to Naudanda with a visit to the eagle migration route at Naudanda ridges to see amazing birds of prey including the Lammergeier and Himalayan Griffon. Moving on to Lumbini, the birth place of Buddha and World Heritage Site, you’ll be able to watch Parakeets, Spotted Owls and Brahminy Mynas that congregate in the sacred gardens as well as see Sarus Cranes, the tallest flying birds standing 5.5ft tall. Other species here include the Gray Hornbill, Eurasian Eagle Owl, the globally endangered White Rumped and Slender Billed Vulture and Lesser Adjutant Stork. Travel south to Chitwan National Park through the Terai plains and Siwalik Hills. Enjoy a jungle safari on elephant back and birdwatching. Animal species include rhino, deer, wild bear, leopard and tiger. Birds include Parakeets, Shama, Brown Fish Owl, Stork-Billed Kingfisher, Himalayan Flame Back, Gray Capped Woodpecker, Pied Hornbill, Emerald Dove and Brown Hawk Owl. Following the trail along Rapti River, birds include Orange-Breasted Green Pigeon, Giant Hornbill, Peafowl and Bengal Florican. Visit forest wetlands to see Gray Headed Fishing Eagles, Oriental Darters and Black Ibis as well as rhinos, deers and marsh crocodile, sloth bear and gaur bison. Enjoy birdwatching and boating along Septa Kosi, Nepal’s largest river. See Swamp Francolins, White Ibis, Storks, Lesser Coucal, Striated Marsh Warbler, Black Bellied Tern, Imperial Eagle, Pied and Marsh Harrier, Common Quail and more. A fantastic introduction to the best of birding in Nepal.

Guaranteed to run for a minimum 2 persons. Includes use of down jacket and sleeping bag on trek. Deluxe eco-resort and fully provisioned tented camp on trek.

Land only price per person (join in Kathmandu).

 
  Group Size 2 - 6 7 - 16  
  Eco resort and 3 nights tented camp £995 £795  
  Flight From £500  
  Insurance £75  
  Single hotel supplement (Kathmandu) £165  
  Single tent supplement £65  
 

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