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SMALL GROUP TRIPS
EVEREST TEAHOUSE TREK
Ref: EK
Introduction
For those wishing to trek in Nepal but not camp, here is an excellent
opportunity to sample trekking life. Our teahouse trek takes us
into the Khumbu Valley in the Everest region, the remarkable homeland
of the Sherpas. Here you'll be able to view spectacular mountain
scenery and enjoy traditional hospitality, staying overnight at
teahouses run by Sherpa families.
Tour information
8-Day Khumbu Himal Trek
After sightseeing in Kathmandu, we begin with a flight to Lukla
airstrip (2743m). From Lukla we set out to walk along the famous
trail to Everest, entering the Dudh Kosi valley before climbing
to the interesting village of Namche Bazaar. During our free day
in Namche we'll wander round the colourful bazaar and visit the
fascinating local museum of Sherpa life.
Monasteries & Mountain Views
We visit the traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde, and may
have a chance to visit the school and hospital founded by Sir Edmund
Hillary. Walking on to the famous monastery of Thyangboche, there
will be plenty of time for a visit. We enjoy the fantastic panorama
of Khumbu Himal, viewing a grand stretch of summits; here are some
of the biggest and most beautiful peaks in all the Himalaya, including
Everest (8848m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Kangtega (6779m) and Lhotse
(8512m). Finally, following a slightly different route back to Namche
Bazaar, we return to Lukla and board a flight to Kathmandu.
Friendly Sherpa Teahouses
As with all our treks in Nepal, we will be accompanied by Sherpa
guides along the trail. Your personal gear will be carried by porters
or on zopkios (a cross between a yak and a cow!). Tasty meals will
be provided on trek by our teahouse hosts.
Dates and Prices - please call
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Group trips usually have between 10 - 18 people, with a good
mix of male and female, singles and couples, with most aged
between 25 - 55. They are run by a number of specialist companies
that we have worked with closely for many years. If you are
travelling by yourself, or enjoy the sociablility of other
like minded travellers, these are the trips for you.
All prices include air fares from London.
Footloose can book these trips for
you, at no extra cost, and give you the benefit of our personal
advice and service. We can also organise different flights
and add-on excursions.
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