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Annapurna Circuit
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
22 days (ex Kathmandu)
Highlights:
Sip chai in Kathmandu, Complete the challenging Annapurna Circuit, Soak up breathtaking Himalayan scenery, Experience mountain culture and traditions, Trek to isolated monasteries, Rejuvenate in natural hot springs,
Trip Code:
NXC
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $720
*(plus local payment USD $300)
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Extras:
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This trip is one of the more challenging of Intrepid's range, as we trek around one of the highest mountain ranges in the world - the Annapurnas. The snow-capped mountains, deep plunging valleys, isolated communities and remote monasteries will inspire travellers with a true adventurous spirit. During the trek we will reach an alitudes of up to 5,400 m - giving you the opportunity to truly feel on top of the world.
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meals included: No meals included
transport: Bus, minibus, walking
accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (4 nts), teahouse lodges (17 nts)
budget: Allow USD $440 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Sun
important notes:
1. This trip starts at 1pm on day 1. Please be ready for the group meeting with your local payment.
Day 1 Kathmandu
Experience the eclectic sights of Kathmandu. The monkey temple of Swayambhunath is well worth a visit, as are the street markets and Old Durbar Square.
Day 2 Bandipur
Friendly locals are ready to chat and guide you on walks in the countryside surrounding Bandipur, where you'll get a first glimpse of the stunning Annapurna ranges.
Days 3-19 Annapurna Circuit
By day, trek through rugged mountain scenery and at night relax in cosy teahouses where simple but filling meals sustain your efforts. Complete a loop around the Annapurna ranges, cross icy rivers, traverse broad plains and climb mountain passes. Say hello to yak and goat herders on grassy fields and visit remote mountain monasteries to soak up Nepali culture and traditions. Stop often to look at the vistas - you'll hardly believe such beauty can be real - and acclimatise to the dramatic altitudes. Cross Thorung La Pass, the highest on this trip at 5,416 m, and take a moment to revel in the adrenaline rush that comes with such an enjoyable exertion.
Day 20 Pokhara
Exhilarated and ready to celebrate, it's time to hop on a bus and travel to the lovely town of Pokhara. This is the perfect base to rest our weary limbs, contemplate a tremendous achievement and enjoy the mountain views from one of the many lakeside cafes.
Days 21-22 Kathmandu
Returning to Kathmandu, there is time to continue sightseeing or do some last minute shopping. The souvenir options are plentiful, with many markets selling Nepali wares of clothes, embroidery, carpets and ceramics.
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Every day, hundreds of happy people return from Intrepid trips, and their comments are here for you to read. We do not screen the feedback on this site, all comments are posted here as they were written (unless they used inappropriate language).
I can not give enough praise to Hari and the team at Himalyan Encounters! It was withought doubt my most enjoyable trekking experience.
Laura Mittenthal
I was very impressed with the organisation of the trip and the high quality of the leaders and guides. Safety was always a priority and i have no hesitation in travelling with intrepid again.
Samantha Baily
The trip was very good! I would recommend it to certain friends but the trip is not suited to all people. It is suited to those who want to concede control of their plans or holiday. I think it would be possible for their to be more detailed information around exactly what is going to take place each day. Each day there is limited information about the detail and it would better to understand exactly what is going to take place.
The tipping of staff for the main trip proved to be a real issue. We felt that they way it was approached was that tipping had gone from what is normally a gratuity to a requirement. But we were not thanked for our tip. We gave a tip to all staff and were provided envelopes to do so. We were unsure as to whether staff were being paid by intrepid appropriately and therefore we were obliged to make good there pay etc etc. This WAS THE BIGGEST ISSUE OF THE TRIP. It even led to arguments within the group as to how much should be paid. On the second last evening in the dining tent the leader gave us advice that tomorrow envelopes would be available for tipping. the actions and words of the leader didn't seem to link. He said you don't have to tip but should do so if the service was not bad. yet then left us to discuss the matter. It didn't feel like a personal or private opportunity to give graciously. it instead was led to be a huge saga which mildly disturbed the morale within the group. We felt that the service of the staff was focused not around -custom of helfulness or kindness but how much could be gained through tips. Obviously previous groups have be irresponsible in this area due to the lack of understanding of what to do. I would suggest that tipping of porters and cooking staff etc should be facilitated because by its very nature it is too difficult to simply approach each individual. However it should be a very private and personal manner. And not a reward ceremony at the end of the trip
Blair Mcnamara
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