2008 Prices:
$2495 (11-12 members)
$2795 (8-10 members)
$3095 (5-7 members)
Single Supplement $300
Forced Single Supplement $150
4% Discount for Cash Payments
Women's Hiking and Yoga in Nepal: Everest Adventure Trek
16 Days- November 01-November 16, 2008
Trip Difficulty: Moderate
The ultimate Himalayan odyssey with Lotus Expeditions and Wild Women Workshops— Trek to the Tengboche Monastery at 12,887 feet, the spiritual center of the Everest Region. Our all-women expedition to Nepal is a moderately-challenging trek and spiritual and cultural journey with plentiful opportunities to practice yoga in a serene and magical setting beneath the Himalaya.
This trek is designed for those with a shorter timeframe or for first-time trekkers in the Himalaya. Trek through traditional Sherpa villages, barter with nomadic traders, and visit ancient monasteries where Tibetan Buddhism is still practiced. Experience the stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
Our journey begins and ends in the lush lowlands of the Kathmandu Valley. As we prepare for our trek, we will visit the Pashupatinath Temple, where devout Hindus bring their dead for cremation on the banks of the Bagmati River—a tributary of the holy Ganges River—and witness Buddhist pilgrims as they circumambulate the Bhoudinath Stupa.
From the lowlands, we travel by small aircraft to Lukla (9,350 feet) in the foothills of the Himalaya. Our trek begins here. Glacier-fed rivers and waterfalls, deep valleys, Sherpa villages, mystic monasteries, colorful prayer flags, and stunning peaks dominate the landscape for the next eight days. We will accompany the Women’s Everest Base Camp trekkers as far as Pangboche, where our group will split off with our local guide and follow a traditional trade route seldom traveled by contemporary tourists.
In addition to its extraordinary beauty, the friendliness of its people distinguishes Nepal from other destinations. More than 30 unique ethnic groups and languages coexist here, but Sherpas are the dominant population group in the Khumbu region. Sherpa ancestors, immigrants from eastern Tibet, made their own trek across the Himalaya more than 500 years ago to settle in this rugged environment.
As you take in the tremendous vistas along the trail, you will be further elevated by the sound of laughter and song from the Sherpas and porters who accompany you.
Tri p Summary :
- Four nights hotel, Four nights camping, Four nights lodges
- 8 Days of moderately challenging hiking up to the Tengboche Monastery
- Daily classes including educational topics, yoga, meditation, writing and reflection
- Visit important Hindu temples and Buddhist stupas
- View several of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest and Ama Dablam
- Optional trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp (15,200 feet) for incredible views and photo opportunities
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1- Depart Home
Day 2- En Route
Day 3 - Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 4- Sightseeing Around the Kathmandu Valley
Day 5- Fly to Lukla, Begin Trek to Phakding
Day 6- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 7- Rest Day in Namche Bazaar, View Mt. Everest
Day 8- Trek toTengboche Monastery
Day 9- Trek to Pangboche; Optional hike to Ama Dablam Basecamp
Day 10- High Traverse to Phortse
Day 11- Return Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 12- Return Trek to Lukla
Day 13- Flight to Kathmandu
Day 14- Optional sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 15- Depart Kathmandu
Day 16- Arrive Home
Additional Information:
What is Included with Women's Hiking and Yoga Deluxe Services?
Download Detailed Women's Everest Adventure Trek Itinerary (PDF)
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