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Peregrine Adventures

Everest & Taj (17 Days)

Combining walking amidst the most impressive mountains on earth with visiting amazing forts, palaces and mausoleums, this adventure offers the best of both worlds in the Indian sub-continent. The Everest region has incredibly dramatic mountain scenery, crowned by the presence of the highest mountain in the world. The flight to Lukla is spectacular and a trek up the Dudh Kosi Valley sees us surrounded by the soaring peaks of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. Namche Bazaar is capital of the Khumbu Sherpas and the famous Thyangboche Monastery appears almost as an abode of the gods, located as it is under the shadows of Everest, Ama Dablam, Kantega and countless other snow peaks. Mughal India was the abode of the maharajas and other princely rulers who revelled in pomp and pageantry. Delhi, Jaipur and Agra are three great cities whose rich cultural histories that can be seen in the many elaborate palaces, forts, mausoleums and gardens. The crowning glory is the magnificent Taj Mahal - a monument to love and a testament to a glorious era in human achievement.

Itinerary

Day 1 (Sat) Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 Kathmandu sightseeing – Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa.
Day 3 Fly to Lukla and commence trek, walking along the Dudh Kosi River Valley to Phakding.
Days 4-5 Follow the valley to Monjo. Ascend to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar. First views of Mount Everest.
Day 6 Acclimatisation day. Optional walks towards Thami or Kunde-Khumjung.
Days 7-8 Trek to Thyangboche Monastery. Magical views of Everest, Ama Dablam and Kantega.
Days 9-10 Trek to Khumjung and visit Kunde hospital before descending to Phakding and then back to Lukla.
Day 11 Fly to Kathmandu. Free time to explore.
Day 12 Fly to Delhi. Afternoon free to explore the sights of the capital.
Day 13 Drive to Agra. Visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal.
Day 14 Drive to Jaipur via deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Day 15 Visit Amber Fort. After lunch, visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar.
Day 16 Drive to Delhi. Final afternoon free for sightseeing or shopping.
Day 17 Trip ends in Delhi this morning (Mon).

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Trip Highlights

  • Kathmandu
  • Bodhnath Stupa
  • Lukla
  • 8-day Everest Lodge Trek
  • Namche Bazaar
  • Delhi
  • Taj Mahal
  • Agra Fort
  • Jaipur
  • Amber Fort

Countries Visited

Trip Facts

Code PHET
Starts In Kathmandu
Ends In Delhi
Start Day Saturday
End Day Monday
Grade

Cultural adventure
With focus on local cultures and historic sites, these trips have the perfect mix of discovery, exploration, comfort and relaxation. Some trips may include a little walking or a night or two ‘roughing’ it. Check the itinerary for details.

Moderate
This is the easiest of our lodge trekking adventures and may involve walking for up to six hours per day. You are likely to cover between six and 15 kilometres per day, over hilly terrain, on well-defined trails. Altitudes may exceed 3000 metres and these treks involve multi-day walking for up to two weeks. A good level of fitness is required.
Valid From 31 August 2009
Minimum Altitude 2650m
Maximum Altitude 3875m
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