2008 Dates:
Fall Season
Sep 06- Sep 21
Sep 13- Sep 28
Sep 20- Oct 05
Sep 27- Oct 12
Oct 04- Oct 19
Oct 11- Oct 26
Oct 18- Nov 02
Oct 25- Nov 09
Nov 01- Nov 16
Nov 01- Nov 16*
Nov 08- Nov 23
Nov 15- Nov 30
Nov 22- Dec 07
Nov 29- Dec 14
Dec 06- Dec 21
Dec 13- Dec 28
Dec 20- Jan 04
*New! Women's Hiking and Yoga in Nepal: The Everest Adventure Trek
2008 Prices:
$2095 (8-10 members)
$2595 (5-7 members)
$3095 (3-4 members)
Single Supplement $300
Forced Single Supplement $150
$1595 (6-10 members)
$1695 (3-5 members)
Single Supplement $150
4% Discount for Cash Payments
2009 Dates:
Spring Season
Feb 28- Mar 15
Mar 07- Mar 22
Mar 14- Mar 29
Mar 21- Apr 05
Mar 28- Apr 12
Apr 04- Apr 19
Apr 11- Apr 26
Apr 18- May 03
Apr 25- May 10
May 02- May 17
May 09- May 24
May 16- May 31
May 23- Jun 07
May 30- Jun 14
Fall Season
Sep 05- Sep 20
Sep 12- Sep 27
Sep 19- Oct 04
Sep 26- Oct 11
Oct 03- Oct 18
Oct 10- Oct 25
Oct 17- Nov 01
Oct 24- Nov 08
Oct 31- Nov 15
Nov 07- Nov 22
Nov 14- Nov 29
Nov 22- Dec 06
Nov 28- Dec 13
Dec 05- Dec 20
Dec 12- Dec 27
Dec 19- Jan 05, 2010
2009 Prices:
$2,995 (8-10 members)
$3,395 (5-7 members)
$3,995 (3-4 members)
Single Supplement $300
$1,695 (6-10 members)
$1,795 (3-5 members)
Single Supplement $150
4% Discount for Cash Payments
The Everest Adventure Trek
16 Days- Departures in September-December and February-May
Custom departures and prices available
Trip Difficluty: Moderate
The Everest Adventure treks into the heart of the Khumbu region and reaches the Tengboche Monastery at 12,887 feet/3,867 meters, the spiritual center of this region. 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/2,860 meters) 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 Lotus Expeditions' Everest Base Camp trekkers as far as Pangboche, where our group will split off 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.
Trip Summary
- Four nights hotel/four nights camping/four nights lodges and teahouses
- Visit important Hindu temples and Buddhist stupas
- View several of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest and Ama Dablam
- Visit the Tengboche Monastery at 12,887 feet/3,867 meters
- Optional trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp 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
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
Extend your trip! Lotus Expeditions offers a wide range of trip extensions. No trip to the Himalaya is complete without a little R&R in Thailand on the way home. Visit our Custom Adventures web page
Additional Information
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