Itinerary
Itineraries and dates are subject to change

Day 01 / Singapore – Kathmandu 1,360m
Arrive in Kathmandu city and transfer to our hotel in Thamel, the heart of Kathmandu city. The rest of the afternoon is free for taking in the sights and sounds of this unique and bustling ancient-city.

Day 02 / Kathmandu sightseeing (B/-/-)
Kathmandu, the historical and cultural heart of Nepal, has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Patan and Bhaktapur, its two major neighboring cities bear immense historical, cultural and religious significances. There will be a half day guided tour to the famous and biggest Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal Boudhanath, the 15th century palace of 55 windows and Swoyambhunath. At eventide, you will be briefed about your trip.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 / Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding 2,656m (3½-hour trek) (B/L/D)
The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes 45 minutes. A hair rising landing on a steep mountain runway, brings us to the village of Lukla (2,900m). After meeting the crew, we start your trek. You head up the Dudh Koshi Valley on a well-marked trail to Phakding.

Day 04 / Phakding – Namche 3,450m (4-hour trek) (B/L/D)
From Phakding, we cross and re-cross the rivers on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park. The park was set-up to conserve this fragile mountain environment. We then ascend steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather permits, catch the first glimpse of Mt Everest. Namche is the main trading village in Khumbu and has a busy Saturday market – a meeting place for the Hindu traders from the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have crossed the glaciated Nangpa La. You then reach the Namche bazaar.

Day 05 / Namche Bazaar – Khumjung 3,786m (3½-hour trek) (B/L/D)
Ascending from Namche Bazaar, we pass the airstrip at Syangboche and the Japanese-built Everest View Hotel. From the hotel, there are magnificent views of the valley and Everest. We walk to the picturesque village of Khumjung with many old traditional houses as well as a gompa at the top end of town. At the nearby village of Khunde, is the famous hospital built by Sir Edmund Hillary, an important center of health care in the region.

Day 07 / Excursion to Pangboche 3,864m (6 to 7-hour trek) (B/L/D)
Today’s visit include an excursion to Pangboche Monastery and the nunnery at Deboche. The monastery at Pangboche, founded in 1667, is the oldest in the Khumbu region. The magnificent views of Ama Dablam are the highlight of today’s walk.

Day 08 / Thyangboche – Namche 3,790m (5-hour trek) (B/L/D)
From Thyangboche, we head back down through the forest to Phunki Tenga with its water-driven prayer wheels. With the Everest and Lhotse receding at the distance, we make our way back down to Namche and descend further to Chumoa. (B/L/D)

Day 09 / Namche – Lukla 2,656m (6-hour trek) (B/L/D)
Our final day’s trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. This last evening in the mountains presents an ideal opportunity for a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and porters. We get to sample chang (local beer), try some Sherpa dance steps and end the trek on a merry note.

Day 10 / Lukla – Kathmandu (3-hour trek) (B/-/-)
After an early breakfast, we head to the airstrip for our return journey to Kathmandu. Later, you are free for independent activities. You stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 11 / Kathmandu – Singapore
The morning is free at leisure until our transfer to the airport for our flight home (or extend our stay for short tours such as game drives at National Parks, rafting, Tibet extension, mountain-biking, etc.).

Tour Cost
Prices per person in SGD dollars

• SGD $2,483 Twin
• SGD $122 Single Supplement

Tour Dates

• Jan 22 – Feb 01, 2012
• Feb 10-20, 2012
• Feb 29 – Mar 10, 2012
• Mar 06-16, 2012
• Mar 12 – Apr 01, 2012
• Apr 01-11, 2012
• Apr 08-18, 2012
• Apr 15-25, 2012
• Apr 24 – May 04, 2012
• May 04-14, 2012
• May 11-21, 2012
• Sep 11-21, 2012
• Sep 25 – Oct 05, 2012
• Oct 04-14, 2012
• Oct 14-24, 2012
• Oct 26 – Nov 05, 2012
• Nov 05-15, 2012
• Nov 18-28, 2012
• Dec 03-13, 2012
• Dec 14-24, 2012
• Dec 23, 2012 – Jan 02, 2013

Validity

• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2012

Inclusions

• Return international airfare on Silkair ‘Q’ Class/GV2/14D: SIN/KTM/SIN
• Return domestic airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla: KTM/LUA/KTM
• All airport and land transfers as per the itinerary
• 03 nights twin-share room with breakfast in 3* hotel in Kathmandu
• Half-day guided sightseeing in Kathmandu
• Full-board tea-house trekking arrangements
• Clothing, equipment and insurance for staff and porters
• Sagarmatha National Park Fees
• Trekkers’ Information Management System(TIMS) Fees
• English-speaking trekking guide

Exclusions

• Nepal Visa fee @USD $30 per person for 60-day visa
• All airport taxes (Ex-SIN TBA, Ex-KTM International NPR1,695 and Domestic NPR600)
• Travel Insurance including medical evacuation in case of emergency
• Tips & gratuities for guides & trekking crew
• Personal expenses like hard/soft drinks, phone bills, laundry, etc.

Validity

• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2012