The best way to experience Nepal's unbeatable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches is to walk through them. The immense contrasts in altitudes and climates found here support an equally spectacular mix of lifestyles, vegetation types and wildlife. Trekking in the mountains of Nepal is more a cultural experience than a wilderness expedition. You will be passing through picturesque villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups. You will see Chhetri farmers, working in their fields and Tamang herders grazing their animals on the steep slopes. You will meet Gurkha a soldier home on leave and come across Sherpa yak drivers transporting goods over the high mountain passes.

TEAHOUSE TREKKING IN NEPAL

Our Teahouse Treks Offer the Best of Both Worlds - Great Routes and
Comfortable Lodge Accommodation
The development of locally managed lodges along the popular trekking trails in the Annapurna, Everest and Langtang/Helambu areas have resulted in an increasing number of trekkers making use of these facilities. In recent years with the help of Government as well non-Government agencies many of these lodge owners have gone through training programmes aimed at raising the quality of services as well as instilling environmental awareness. For example in the Annapurna Sanctuary and adjacent areas it is now regulation for all lodge owners to use alternative fuel (fuel other than fire wood - kerosene, gas, electric or even solar) for cooking and heating, dispose of garbage properly and adopt other eco-friendly measures. Most lodges have all the basic requirements for trekkers to stay overnight - a dormitory, several private rooms, an attached restaurant, toilet and a shower room. The quality of food offered may vary from lodge to lodge but most serve simple and hygienic meals.
Astoria Holiday Planner has found it very attractive for trekkers to use these lodges in some of the routes instead of operating camping style treks. One of the main reason being that along these popular routes almost every house offers bed and meals and many camping trekkers find it incongruous to camp near a lodge and not be able to experience the warmth and hospitality of the friendly Nepali hosts. The other important reason being that this helps the local economies directly by using the facilities along the route.
Keeping this in mind we have been operating Lodge-Treks in some of these classic routes. To make sure that our guests do not get disappointed we stay in simple yet comfortable and interesting lodge in each place. With larger groups we reserve all the beds in a lodge thus making sure that we have the place to ourselves. Our groups are provided with an excellent Guide and porters - possibly from the area you are trekking in - to guide you and carry your luggage while you hike only with a daypack. A majority of our Lodge Trekkers have been overwhelmed by the homely atmosphere and the grace of their hosts and many have made great friends with them.
If you have an urge to trek in some of the most beautiful places in Nepal, interact and make friends with the local people without having to sleep in a cold and lonely tent, Lodge Trekking is just the thing for you. Make sure you are with Astoria Holiday Planner and we will make sure that you have a memorable time without having to spend a small fortune.

WHAT DOES Tea House Trek Offer ?

Services of an Experienced Local Guide
All our trek guides have been carefully selected for their ability and temperament. Most of them belong to Sherpa, Tamang, Gurung and Magar communities from remote mountain villages. All of them have many years of experience of trekking and climbing in Nepal and Tibet. Each guide has training and proven abilities in eco-friendly methods, safety and, careful trek operations, keeping the health and happiness of the trekkers as well his crew, uppermost. Our guides are committed to making sure that all our trekkers have an enjoyable trek, comes back safe and are overwhelmed by their experience. Your guide will be a friend and companion, who takes pleasure in showing you his country's specialties and, perhaps, meet his home and family too.
Services Of Porters/Pack-animals to Carry Luggage and Equipment
Where ever possible we employ porters/pack-animals locally at the beginning of the trek. This is one of the many measures we take to make sure that most of the cost our clients pays goes directly into the local economies where you trek. All our porters, as all our field staff, are covered by insurance and, on high altitude treks, are issued warm clothing and footwear to prepare them better. Porters who prove themselves are chosen for training as trek helpers, cooks and guides, thus giving them an avenue to improve the quality of their life.
Accommodation in Comfortable Lodges
Getaway! Eco-Lodge Treks include accommodation in family run lodge at each stop. Lodges normally have a common dormitory sleeping 6 or more people with an attached restaurant and basic toilet facilities. Many also have a few private rooms for two or three persons each. Solar heated shower rooms are available at a small extra cost! Along the more popular routes lodges are very comfortable and charming, managed by friendly local families. As one gets higher, to the base of high mountains, high passes and, in remote valleys, lodges are more basic. In some of our high altitude lodge-treks (e.g.: Thorung La and Cho La passes), trekkers may have to spend a few nights with basic facilities, and make pass crossings or explorations alpine style.
All Meals While On Trek
The trip includes three basic meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner, each day. Breakfast and dinners are ordered at the restaurant attached to the lodge run by the landlady. Lunches are ordered at a trailside lodge around mid-day. Most lodges serve, Nepali meals - rice, lentil soup and curried vegetables or meat - soups, noodles, momos (meat or veg-stuffed steamed dumplings), pancakes, chappati breads, etc. Many also offer other exotic dishes. Your guide will arrange for boiled water at dinner every evening to fill your water bottle for the next day (bottled water are also available at most lodges at extra cost).
Road-head Transport From Kathmandu Or Pokhara
Trek Costs Include Road-head Transport, to and from trek start and end point, ex Kathmandu or Pokhara as applicable. For those treks starting from Pokhara the transport between Kathmandu and Pokhara are not included. Transport include best available tourist or local transportation. For groups of 4 or more people our cost includes private transport to and from trek-roadbed. Our published group treks include hotel-airport transfers in Kathmandu and Pokhara. For private departures there will be a small surcharge for this service. Domestic airfares, when applicable, are extra.
Trek Permits, National Park and Conservation Fees
All trekking permits, National Park and Conservation Fees are included. Restricted area trek permits (e.g.: Mustang Permit), are quoted separately, where applicable. (Please note that there is an entrance fee of USD100 per video camera in all National Parks in Nepal not included in trek cost).
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TREK COST
· Any hotel room, meals, transport or sightseeing in Kathmandu or Pokhara (unless specified);
· Airfares, client insurance of any kind, emergency evacuation costs, video fees in National Parks;
· Bottled drinks, bottled water, alcohol, snacks, tea/coffee (other than at breakfast), etc.;
· Hot showers, riding ponies, personal clothing and equipment;
· Sleeping bag, duvet/down/gore -tex jacket, etc. (available for hire in Kathmandu at US$ 1/item/day)

4-Day  ANNAPURNAINSTANT Lodge Trek
A Short Walk In the Picturesque Annapurna Foothills

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 pax - US$ 150 per person

This 4 days lodge-trek is perhaps the best introductory trek for travelers looking for easy trekking in Nepal while staying at comfortable family-run lodges at each stop. One of Nepal's best known ethnic community, the Gurungs, whose charming villages dot the Annapurna foothills, have earned international recognition as the fearless and loyal Gurkha Soldier in the British and Indian armies. This walk, which will take you through terraced hillsides, charming slate-roofed villages inhabited by the friendly Gurungs, dense moss-laden rhododendron forests, all set against a picturesque backdrop of the snowcapped Annapurnas, is one of most well known short trek in Nepal. A charming walk through a beautiful mountain trail. Best also as family trek even younger children can enjoy.
Easy, low altitude, trekking from 900m/3000ft to 2,000m/6,500ft with relatively short distances at a more relaxed pace. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by local families. The trek starts in Pokhara and includes all meals, roadhead transports, services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Pokhara to Phedi. Trek to Dhampus. Day 2: Trek to Landruk. Day 3: Trek to Gandruk. Day 04: Trek to Birethanti. Drive to Pokhara.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

7-Day ANNAPURNA VILLAGES Lodge Trek
A Trek to the Famous Himalayan View Point on Poon Hill.

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 pax - US$ 200 Per Person

This week-long lodge trek in the Annapurna Foothills to the view point on Poon Hill offers all the best of trekking in Nepal including accommodation in comfortable family run trekkers' lodges along the way. Enjoy trekking in the spectacular mountain scenery through charming villages inhabited by the Gurungs, dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the Annapurnas with the picturesque fluted peak of Machapuchare (Fish Tail Peak) dominating the skyline. At the climax of this trek you will climb Poon Hill at dawn to enjoy one of the most spectacular mountainscape on Earth. As the sun touches the snowcapped summits the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,788ft.) and Annapurna (8,091m/26,538ft.) along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes. A rewarding trek that can be enjoyed by every lover of nature and beautiful landscape.
Easy to Moderate trekking from 900m/3,000ft to 2,975m/9,760ft at an easy pace. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by local families. The trek starts in Pokhara and includes all meals, roadhead transports, services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Pokhara to Phedi. Trek to Dhampus. Day 2: Trek to Landruk. Day 3: Trek to Gandruk. Day 4: Trek to Banthanti. Day 5: Trek to Gorepani. Day 6: Visit Poon Hill. Trek to Tirkedunga. Day 7: Trek to Birethanti. Drive to Pokhara.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

10-Day ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY Lodge Trek
Trekking To The Heart Of The Annapurnas

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 pax - US$ 280 per person

The Annapurna Sanctuary offers the quickest way to get to high Himalayan altitudes where glaciers replace rivers. We start by ascending the foothills from Pokhara, appreciating the slate-roofed tropical villages and magnificent rhododendron forests before entering the narrow Modi Khola gorge. As we climb higher we get to the hidden world of the Annapurna Sanctuary. The huge south face of Annapurna (8,090m/26,535ft) provides an impressive backdrop, while the closeness of 10 peaks over 6,000m/20,000ft, including Hiunchuli, Fang, Annapurna III and Machapuchare (the Fish Tail Peak), inspire a delicious joy as a fitting highlight of this spectacular trek. On the return journey we will have a chance to visit the beautiful village and the Gurung 'capital' of Gandruk before heading back to Pokhara. A wonderful journey to the heart of the Annapurnas.
Moderate to difficult trekking from 900m/3,000ft to 3,700m/12,150ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts in Pokhara and includes all meals, road-head transports, services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Pokhara to Phedi. Trek to Dhampus.
Day 2: Trek to Landruk. 
Day 3: Trek to Chomrong. 
Day 4: Trek to Himalayan Hotel. 
Day 5: Trek to Machapuchare Base Camp. 
Day 6: Day of exploration to Annapurna Base Camp and surrounding areas. 
Day 7: Trek to Do Ban. 
Day 8: Trek to Kymrung Danda. 
Day 9: Trek to Gandruk. pm - Free in Gandruk. 
Day 10: Trek to Birethanti. Drive to Pokhara.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Douvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

12-Day ADVENTURE ANNAPURNA Lodge Trek
A trek up Nepal's famous Kali Gandaki Valley to Muktinath

Trek Costs: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 336 Per Person
Domestic Airfare: Jomsom/Pokhara - US$ 70 Per Person

The ancient trade route to Mustang and Tibet ,up the Kali Ghandaki River, presents one of the most developed trekking trails offering comfortable lodges run by Gurung and Thakali families. Starting from Pokhara we ascend the Annapurna foothills through picturesque Gurung villages and continue through lichen-draped rhododendron forest to climb Poon Hill at dawn for spectacular views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Later we will trek up the deepest valley in the world situated between two Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,788ft.) and Annapurna (8,091m/26,538ft.). As we trek up the Kali Gandaki valley we pass though the traditional and prosperous villages of Tukuche, Ghasa, Marpha and Jomsom. The Thakalis, traditional traders, have converted their charming and wonderfully clean homes into trekkers' lodges and are well known as one of the most gracious and successful inn-keepers in Nepal. Past Jomsom we reach the arid Tibet-like landscape of Mustang. At Muktinath, set below the Thorung La pass, we have a day to explore the temple and villages and enjoy wonderful mountain views before taking the flight back from Jomsom.
Moderate to difficult trekking from 900m/3,000ft to 3,800m/12,500ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts in Pokhara and includes all meals, road-head transports, services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Pokhara to Phedi. Trek to Pothana. 
Day 2: Trek to Gandruk. 
Day 3: Trek to Banthanti. 
Day 4: Trek to Gorepani. pm - Free at Gorepani. 
Day 5: Visit Poon Hill view Point. Trek to Tatopani. 
Day 6: Trek to Ghasa. 
Day 7: Trek to Tukuche. 
Day 8: Trek to Marpha. 
Day 9: Trek to Kagbeni. 
Day 10: Trek to Muktinath. pm - Exploration. 
Day 11: Trek to Jomsom. 
Day 12: Fly Jomsom/Pokhara.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Douvet/Down/Gore-tex Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

21-Day ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT Lodge Trek
A Trek Around the Mighty Annapurna Massif - The Classic Trek of Nepal

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 588 Per Person

This classic 21-day trek completely around the famed Annapurna Massif offers the most diversity of any trek in Nepal: fascinating ethnic groups each with their own language, incredible views of many of the Himalaya's most famous high peaks, and constantly changing panoramas - from lush, tropical rice paddies and moss-laden rhododendron forests to Tibetan fortresses clinging to rocky cliffs.
Starting with a drive to Besisar we ascend along the Marsyangdi river valley. We pass beneath snowcapped Annapurnas II, III and IV and a range of 6,000m/20,000ft peaks stretching north to Tibet. Crossing Thoroung La pass (5418m/17,770ft) to reach the holy shrine of Muktinath. We then descend into the mighty Kali Ghandaki Valley - the deepest river valley on the face of the earth - 7000m/23,000ft deep between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. At the end we trek through a wonderful rhododendron forest on the Gorepani Ridge and the picturesque Gurung villages before finishing back in the Pokhara Valley.
As this is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal many lodges catering to the needs of the trekkers have sprung up all along this trail and we will be staying in one of these lodges every night. Apart from being able to enjoy homely comforts we will have the added advantage of being guests to families of different ethnic people typical of this area. The Manang and the Kali Gandaki valleys lies along an ancient trade route between India and China, and a variety of ethnic peoples have settled here: Newars, Chettris, Gurungs, Manangeys and Thakalis.
Moderate to rigorous trekking between 2,000m/8,000ft and 4,400m/14,500ft with one pass crossing of 5,418m/17,700ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges. The trek starts from Kathmandu and includes all meals, road-head transports, services of experienced local guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Kathmandu to Besisar. 
Day 2-7: Trek up Marsyangdi river to Manang valley. 
Day 8: Exploration and acclimatization day. 
Day 9-11: Trek over Thorong La pass. 
Day 12: Rest and exploration day at Muktinath. 
Day 13-15: Trek down the Kali Gandaki Valley. 
Day 16-20: Trek over Ghorepani ridge to Pokhara. 
Day 21: Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Douvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if needed)

7-Day EVEREST INSTANT Lodge Trek
An Unforgettable  to the Famous Sherpa Villages of Everest

Trek Costs: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 200 Per Person
Domestic Airfare: US$ 200 Per Person Roundtrip.

This 7-day trek to the Everest area features the culture of the Sherpas along with great views of Mt. Everest and many other Himalayan peaks. Accompanied by a Sherpa guide you will stay for two nights and acclimatize to the altitude at Namche Bazaar, which is the hub of all trekking and climbing in the Everest region. You have the option to take a day hike to the beautiful twin-villages of Kunde and Kumjung. Later trek to the holiest Sherpa Buddhist monastery at Thyangboche situated below the flanks of Mt. Everest. Look for the rare musk deer and the national bird of Nepal - the colourful danphe pheasant . Above all, enjoy the most spectacular mountain scenery on the face of this Earth. Along the way you will overnight at comfortable lodges run by the charming Sherpas who have won many admirers for their hard work and endurance. If you do not have too much time but still want to sample the charms of the Everest Area this is the best way to do it. Your instant getaway to Everest country.
Moderate to difficult trekking from 2,805m/9,200ft to 3,867m/12,684ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Fly Kathmandu-Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 
Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar. 
Day 2: Day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. Optional day hike to Kunde and Khumjung villages. 
Day 4: Trek to Thyangboche monastery. 
Day 5: Trek to Namche and continue to Monjo. 
Day 6: Trek to Lukla. 
Day 7: Fly Lukla-Kathmandu.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

10-Day PANORAMA EVEREST Lodge Trek
A Trek To The High Mountain Landscape Of Khumbu

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 350 Per Person
Domestic Airfare: US$ 200 Per Person Roundtrip.

This 10-day trek offers excellent views of Everest (8,848m/29,028ft) and the main peaks of the Khumbu without going to extreme altitudes. Starting with a flight to Lukla airstripwe trek in to Namche Bazaar, the principle town of the area and the Sherpa 'capital.' After a day of acclimatization we explore the traditional Sherpa villages of Kunde and Khumjung set amongst incredible mountain scenery. We then trek to Thyangboche - the site of Nepal's most sacred Buddhist monastery. The views from this ridge above the Dudh Kosi river is possibly the most beautiful with Mt. Everest looming over the Lhotse Ridge and Ama Dablam towering above the monastery. We continue to Pangboche, the treks highest point, and then by way of, seldom visited, Phortse we swing back to Namche and Lukla to end the trek with a flight back to Kathmandu. This trek offers more of everything packed into 10 eventful days - more mountain views, more culture, more nature, more hospitality, more surprises, more, more.
Moderate to difficult trekking and lodging from 2,805m/9,200ft to 3,985m/13,070ft with possible optional hikes up to 4,500+m/15,00ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 01: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 
Day 02: Trek to Namche. 
Day 03: Acclimatization day at Namche with optional hikes. Day 04: Trek to Khunde-Khumjung. Day 05: Trek to Thyangboche. Day 06: Trek to Pangboche. 
Day 07: Trek to Phortse. 
Day 08: Trek to Monjo. 
Day 09: Trek to Lukla. 
Day 10: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.

Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

15-Day EVEREST ENCOUNTER Lodge Trek
A Famous Trek Through Sherpa Country To Mt. Everest Base Camp

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 480 Per Person
Domestic Airfare: US$ 200 Per Person Roundtrip.

Our 15-day trek offers trekkers the best this area has to offer without taking too long. This trek is truly an incredible experience of this magnificent region and its fascinating people. From Lukla (2,805m/9,200ft) we trek to Namche Bazaar (3,436m/11,270ft) for a day of acclimatization and optional hikes. From Namche we explore the Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung before heading for Thyangboche Monastery. After visiting Chukung Ri we trek to Lobuche (4,940m/16,200ft) for a day hike to Kala Pathar Everest view point (5,550m/18,200ft) for a close encounter with Everest. Surrounded by some of the highest mountains on the Earth you will bask in this incredible mountain scenery before swinging back by way of, little visited, Phortse village to fly out of Lukla.
Moderate to rigorous trekking from 2,805m/9,200ft to 4,940m/16,200ft with optional day hikes up to 5550m/18,200ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 
Day 2: Trek to Namche. 
Day 3: Acclimatization day with optional hikes around Namche. 
Day 4: Trek to Khunde-Khumjung. 
Day 5: Trek to Thyangboche. 
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche. 
Day 7: Acclimatization day with optional hike to Chukung. 
Day 8: Trek to Lobuche. 
Day 9: Day hike to Kala Pathar Everest View Point. 
Day 10: Trek to Pangboche. 
Day 11: Trek to Phortse. 
Day 12: Trek to Namche. 
Day 13 Trek to Monjo. 
Day 14: Trek to Lukla. 
Day 15: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.

Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Gore-tex Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if needed)

20-Day EVEREST Base Camp & GOKYO Lodge Trek
the Best of Everest Trek to Two High Valleys - The Ultimate Trek.

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 640 Per Person
Domestic Air Fare: USD 200 Per Person Round Trip

This 20-day Everest trek has everything: the incredible mountain views from Chukung, Kala Pathar and Gokyo Ri. Popularly known as "The Ultimate Trek," it includes all that the Khumbu has to offer including the fascinating villages and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and the culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people, who will surely win your hearts. After starting with a flight to Lukla (2,805m/9,200ft) we trek up to Kala Pathar view point (5,550m/18,200ft) and then veer off the main trail to cross the Cho La pass (5,422m/17,783ft) into the Gokyo Valley. To top off this unique trek we climb Gokyo Ri (5,488m/18,000ft) for a panoramic view of the greatest mountain scenery in the world - including five 8000+m/26,000+ft giants and myrid other peaks of the Khumbu Himal. Moderate to rigorous trekking from 2,805m/9,200ft to 4,940m/16,200ft with one pass crossing of 5,422m/17,783ft and day hikes up to 5550m/18,200ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 
Day 2: Trek to Namche. 
Day 3: Acclimatization day with optional hikes around Namche. 
Day 4: Trek to Thame. 
Day 5: Trek to Khunde-Khumjung. 
Day 6: Trek to Thyangboche. 
Day 7: Trek to Pangboche.  
Day 8: Trek to Dingboche. 
Day 9: Acclimatization day with optional hike to Chukung Ridge. 
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche. 
Day 11: Day hike to Kala Pathar Everest View Point. 
Day 12: Trek to Dzongla. 
Day 13: Trek over Cho La pass to Dragnag. 
Day 14: Trek to Gokyo. 
Day 15: Day hike to Gokyo Ri view point. 
Day 16: Trek to Dole. 
Day 17: Trek to Namche. 
Day 18: Trek to Monjo. 
Day 19: Trek to Lukla. 
Day 20: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.

Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Douvet/Down/Goretek Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if needed)

21-Day EVEREST CLASSIC ROUTE Lodge Trek
A Trek  To Everest Base Camp

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 672 Per Person
Domestic Air Fare: US$ 200 Per Person

Starting with a 6 hour (188km/118miles) drive to Jiri (2,100m/6,888ft) this trek follows the traditional route taken by the early Everest expeditions and still serves as main artery to the roadless Sagarmatha (Everest) region. Known as the Solu-Khumbu it is the home of the Sherpas. This relatively tiny society of 8,000 people is the best known and most admired of all Nepal's ethnic groups. According to their oral history Sherpas migrated to high valleys south of Mt. Everest from eastern Tibet about 450 years ago, hence the name Shar-pa, "peoples of the east." Many families along this route have converted their homes into trekkers' lodges catering to foreign hikers. Although a popular trekking route the Everest area is visited by only some 8,000 visitors each year - a fraction of the number that visits the Annapurna region. Trekking through the Sherpa villages we share many of their hearths and enjoy their generous hospitality. Trekking in from Jiri has the advantage of helping you to acclimatise en route. This trek is about 190km/120miles long and the total altitude gained on the innumerable uphill portions totals 9000m - much higher even than Mt. Everest! After Namche we follow the main trail to base camp (as per the 14-day Close Encounter With Everest itinerary) with all its attraction. A legendary trek to a legendary destination.
Moderate to rigorous trekking and lodging from 2,100m/6,888ft to 4,940m/16,200ft with optional day hikes up to 5,550m/18,200ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a drive from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced local guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive to Jiri. 
Day 2: Trek to Bandar. 
Day 3: Trek to Sete. 
Day 4: Trek over Lamjura pass to Junbesi.
Day 5: Trek to Nuntala. 
Day 6: Trek to Kharte.
Day 7: Trek to Surkhe. 
Day 8: Trek to Phakding. 
Day 9: Trek to Namche. 
Day 10: Acclimatization day with optional hikes. 
Day 11: Trek to Khunde-Khumjung. 
Day 12: Trek to Thyangboche. 
Day 13: Trek to Dingboche. 
Day 14: Acclimatization day with day-hike to Chukung Ri. 
Day 15: Trek to Lobuche. 
Day 16: Day-hike to Kala Pathar Everest view point. 
Day 17: Trek to Pangboche. 
Day 18: Trek to Phortse. 
Day 19: Trek to Namche. 
Day 20: Trek to Lukla. 
Day 21: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu.

Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Gore tex Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

14-Day LANGTANG & HELAMBU Lodge Trek
Trekking to A Himalayan National Park - A Naturalist's Trail

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 395 Per Person

North of Kathmandu valley lies Ganesh Himal and Langtang Lirung. Nestled at the foot of these Himalayan ranges is a beautiful, secluded, valley filled with nature bounty - the Langtang National Park. Here the rare red pandas lurk in dense lichen-draped rhododendron thickets, heards of blue sheep graze the alpine meadows and lammergeiers glide over glaciated valleys amidst a scenery of lofty Himalayan peaks. From Kyanjin Gompa we will have a chance to climb a ridge on Yala Peak, or hike to the foot of Langshisa glacier, for an incredible view of glaciers, icefalls and snow fields surrounded on all sides by high mountains. The Helambu villages, over the holy Gosainkunda lakes and Laurebenayak pass, are the home of the Sherpas of Nepal.. Their slate and single-roofed villages, that dot the terraced hillsides, present very fine trekking. The region of Langtang and Helambu although easily approached from Kathmandu is far less trekked than the Annapurna or Everest areas making it all the more attractive. A wonderful walk through a naturalist's trail.
Moderate To Rigorous trekking and lodging between 2000m/6,500ft and 4,380m/14,366ft with one pass crossing of 4,610m/15,120ft and optional hiking to 5,100m/16,700ft on Yala Peak. Accommodation in comfortable lodges runs by local families. The trek starts with a drive from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Kathmandu to Syabru Besi. 
Day 2: Trek to Lama Hotel. 
Day 3: Trek to Kynjin Gompa. 
Day 4: Day at Kynjin for exploration. 
Day 5: Trek to Lama Hotel. 
Day 6: Trek to Sabru. 
Day 7: Trek to Singh Gompa. 
Day 8: Trek to Gosainkunda. 
Day 9: Trek to Gopte. 
Day 10: Trek to Tare Pate. 
Day 11: Trek to Tarke Gyang. 
Day 12: Trek to Kiul. 
Day 13: Trek to Pati Bhanjayang. 
Day 14: Trek to Sundarijal. Drive to Kathmandu.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Gore-tex Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if required)

6 days Helambu Villages Lodge Trek
A Pleasant Hike To the Sherpa Villages Of Helambu

Trek Cost: Minimum 2 Pax - US$ 170 Per Person

The Sherpa villages of Helambu due north of Kathmandu valley present an easy getaway. This area because of its low elevation and the Sherpa villages make it an interesting 6-day loop. Starting with a short drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal the trail to Helambu climbs on to the Shivapuri ridge from where there are sweeping views of the central Himalayas. Following a ridgline the trek heads north to Thare Pati before turning east to Melemchi Gaon and Tarke Gyang the principle villages of this area. From here we visit Shermathang before descending to the Melamchi river to end our trek with a drive Melamchi Bazaar back to Kathmandu.
Moderate trekking between altitudes of 1,370m/4,500ft to 3,490m/11,500ft. Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts with a drive from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Drive Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trek to Chisapani. 
Day 2: Trek to Kutumsang. 
Day 3: Trek to Thare Pati. 
Day 4: Trek to Tarke Gyang. 
Day 5: Trek to Sermathang. 
Day 6: Trek to Melamchi. Drive to Kathmandu.
Equipment Hire Cost:
Sleeping Bag, Duvet/Down/Gore-tex Jacket, Duffel Bag, Etc.,
- US$ 1 per item per day (available in Kathmandu if needed)
Note: The rate can be changed without prior notice.

For Further information or Trek Booking , Please Contact:
Astoria Holiday Planner
G.P.O. Box 981
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel: 00977 1 436 180 / 428 810
Fax: 00977 1 436 795 / 416719
email: astoria@mos.com.np