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 Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sat) Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Kathmandu sightseeing – Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa. |
| 3 | Fly to Lukla and commence trek, walking along the Dudh Kosi River Valley to Phakding. |
| 4-5 | Follow the valley to Monjo. Ascend to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar. First views of Mount Everest. |
| 6 | Acclimatisation day. Optional walks towards Thami or Kunde-Khumjung. |
| 7-8 | Trek to Thyangboche Monastery. Magical views of Everest, Ama Dablam and Kantega. |
| 9-10 | Trek to Khumjung and visit Kunde hospital before descending to Phakding and then back to Lukla. |
| 11 | Fly to Kathmandu. Free time to explore. |
| 12 | Fly to Delhi. Afternoon free to explore the sights of the capital. |
| 13 | Drive to Agra. Visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal. |
| 14 | Drive to Jaipur via deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. |
| 15 | Visit Amber Fort. After lunch, visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar. |
| 16 | Drive to Delhi. Final afternoon free for sightseeing or shopping. |
| 17 | Trip ends in Delhi this morning (Mon). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
17 days |
Trip Code |
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Activities |
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| Trekking (Moderate), Culture (Easy) | |
| Min Altitude | Max Altitude |
| 2650m | 3875m |
Countries Visited |
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| Nepal, India | |
Start City |
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| Kathmandu | |
End City |
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| Delhi | |
| * Per Person, Twin Share | |
