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Trekking in Nepal
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| Staff musicians at our Kathmandu hotel welcome us to Nepal |
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| One of our first activities will be flightseeing |
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| Skirting the line of the High Himalayas, we see Mt. Everest in the distance |
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| Enjoy a walking tour of Bhaktapur |
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| Here we get our first exposure to Nepali art and traditions |
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| We also have the opportunity to observe local life and customs |
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| Have a chat with local children |
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| Notice the eyeliner at a very early age |
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It is typical to see |
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| A woman works with grain in the street |
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A Toto Tourist Hope the boy without |
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| Bhaktapur is known for its intricate carvings in wood |
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| The wood is so hard it has weathered the centuries |
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| Detail of the fine wood carving |
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| One of the most famous carvings in Bhaktapur |
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| Next visit the holy city of Pashupatinath |
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Situated on the |
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| Their bodies are burned and the ashes consigned to the river |
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| We fly to Pokhara and make our way to our trailhead |
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| We commence one of the most beautiful hikes in the world |
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| Ascending gradually at first, and then more steeply, we begin our trek in the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas |
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| Go at your own pace, and enjoy the stunning views that change around every twist and turn of the trail |
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At times it feels Exercise on a |
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| You can feel your buns lifting and firming with each passing step |
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| A welcome rest break to enjoy lunch surrounded by a breathtaking view |
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| We have a veritable army of men to serve us |
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| Our lead guide is in charge |
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| He is assisted by several English-speaking Sherpas, who are interspersed through our group to offer assistance and answer any questions |
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| Other young men have the unenviable task of portering our luggage from one camp to the next |
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| Most of the porters put the luggage in a basket like the one being carried by this woman, supported by a strap around the forehead |
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| They scoot up the trail ahead of us and have our tented camp all set up by the time we arrive |
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| If we happen to be camping beside a river, an invigorating plunge feels great after a full day on the trail |
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| Having carried our baggage, the porters now relax and play cards |
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| We often camp near a lodge, and you have the option of sleeping indoors if a room is available |
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| Whether camping or sleeping in a lodge, meals are served outdoors in the most glorious settings |
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| You won't believe your eyes, as we progress higher and higher in the mountains |
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| From time to time we pass a restaurant with a gorgeous view |
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| We sit for a while to rest, enjoy some tea, some snacks, and the ever- astounding scenery |
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| Gradually the trail becomes more and more forested |
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| Along the trail you might pass a herd of goats, . . . |
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| . . . a colorful shrine, . . . |
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| . . . some of our porters taking a break in the shade, . . . |
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| . . . or come upon a group of Toto Tourists enjoying a particularly photogenic spot |
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| You will never forget the moment when you first see the High Himalayas, peeping through the trees |
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| All cameras come out at the first clearing, for shots worthy of your next Holiday Greeting Card |
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| The camaraderie at moments like this is absolutely unforgettable |
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| On our fifth day of trekking we make the push to the top of Poon Hill before sunrise, there to raise the gay flag, . . . |
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| . . . and pose for the most amazing photos, . . . |
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| . . . with the High Himalayas in the background |
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Returning to a different Some choose to ride |
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| Our hotel in Pokhara is aptly named Shangri La, as the hot showers and pool are a true paradise |
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| Enjoy a free day in Pokhara to rest and enjoy the tranquil beauty of the lake |
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| The next portion of this amazing adventure is set in the fertile lands of Chitwan National Park |
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| Driving to the Park we see many people working in the fields |
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| One of our means of transportation in the National Park |
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| At our lodge you will have the opportunity to get familiar with elephants |
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| Take safari rides through the tall grasses in search of Bengal Tigers |
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The view from the You can see how easy |
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| If we are lucky, we will encounter a rhino |
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| One of the highlights is bathing with the elephants in the river |
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| Rise to new heights of adventure with Toto Tours during an unforgettable trek in the Himalayan Mountains of Nepal |
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