Trek Nepal 2011: Nepal trek and tour

Due to its unique geographical position and altitude variations Nepal is perhaps one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio diversity.
The country’s elevation ranges from 60m. above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 meters all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from sub tropical to arctic.
This wild variation fosters an astonishing array of ecosystem including the greatest mountain range on earth, thick tropical jungles with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers and forests.
Nepal is also the home of a rich cultural heritage offering an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities found nowhere else on earth.
You can join the numerous annual festivals that are celebrated throughout the year in traditional style highlighting enduring customs and beliefs.
While trekking in Nepal one will experience many of the earths wonders.
The lush terrace farmland and paddy fields, crystal clear rivers and breathtaking mountains make Nepal a truly rewarding holiday destination.
A visit to Nepal is not only about discovering a new destination but also building lasting memories and living a different way of life.

General Information of Nepal

continent Asia
Capital Kathmandu
Location situated between India in the south east and west China in the north
Poulation 30 million
Time Zone 5 hours 45 minute ahead of GMT
Language Nepali is the national Language, how ever english is widely used and understood
Currency Nepali Rupees
Political system Democratic Republic
Religion Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim & Christian
Climate Ranges from tropical in the low land to arctic temperatures in the higher altitudes

CULTURE OF NEPAL

Nepal is blessed with one of the richest unique culture in the world. The multi-dimensional culture heritage
embraces the culture differences of various ethnic tribal and social groups inhabiting different altitudes and it manifests in various form music, dance, art and craft folklores and folktales languages and it manifests in literature philosophy, and religion festivals and celebrations foods and drinks.

PEOPLE OF NEPAL

In Nepal there are nearly 30 million people. Nepal is an assortment of ethnic group living in different regions, speaking different languages. The best known high mountain people are the Sherpa's, who inhabit the central and eastern regions of Nepal. Various Tibeto-Burman and Indo-Aryan speaking hill and valley people, for example the Brahmins, Chetri, inhabit the midlands and the Newars are mainly concentrated in the Kathmandu valley and other towns. The Rais, Limbus, Tamangs, Magars, Sunuwars, Jirels, Gurungs, Thakalis and Chepangs are other Tibet-Burman speaking Mongoloid people found living in the middle hills. People such as the Dhangars inhabit the Dun valley and the lowland Terai. Though Nepal is a veritable mosaic of dozens of ethnic group.

ART OF NEPAL

Nepal art is unique an the expression it is in classical and modern style, and see in the daily pacific in the daily practice of religion find in the temples architecture, shrines, fountains and the designs of religious objects. Nepal is famous in art.

RELIGION OF NEPAL

Nepal is country where art, culture and religion are a part of life of the inhabitants. People celebrate every moment with aroma, adding novelty to the traditions without affecting essence. In most Nepalese follow Hinduism and Buddhism than Christianity and Islam.

FOOD OF NEPAL

Nepalese food is famous for its tempting spicy taste. While Nepalese cuisine is basic, it does not lack in flavor, making extensive use of spices and flavoring such as ginger, garlic, coriander, pepper, cumin, chilies, mustard oil, ghee and occasionally cow, buffalo and nak butter.

Nepal has 4 major seasons
1. Winter (Dec ember - February)
2. Sprint (March - May)
3. Summer (June - August)
4. Autumn (September - Nov ember)
Nepal can be visitedall year round.

Any changes with regard to your hotel reservations can be made, but you are required
to notify us of such changes at least a week before in advance of the intended
occupation. Please refer the following table for at a glance status of hotel services
available in Nepal.

Available Category of Hotels in Nepal

The name of hotel	Location	Rated	SGL	DBL	Plan
Yak & Yeti	Durbarmarg Ktm	*****	€ 135	€145	B/B
Hyatt Regency	Baudhanath Ktm	*****	€ 130	€140	B/B
Soaltee Crown plaza	Soaltee ktm	*****	€ 125	€135	B/B
Radisson	Lazimpat ktm	*****	€ 65	€ 75	B/B
Dwarika	Gausala Ktm	********	€ 150	€ 165	B/B
Del’ Annapurna	Durbar marg	********	€ 95	€ 105	B/B
Park Village	Narayanthan ktm	*******	€ 55	€ 65	B/B
Manang	Thamel Ktm	**	€ 40	€ 50	B/B
Manaslu	Lazimpat ktm	*******	€ 45	€ 55	B/B
Vaishali	Thamel ktm	**	€ 30	€ 40	B/B
Barahi	Pokhara	***	€ 55	€ 65	B/B
Buddha Maya garden	Lumbini	*	€ 65	€ 70	B/B
Hotel Nirvana	Bhairahawa	*	€ 60	€ 70	B/B
Panorama	Pokhara	*	€ 15	€ 18	E/P
Island jungle Resort	Chitwan N.P	**	€ 65	€ 75	A/P
Bhadgaon guest house	Bhaktapur	*	€ 20	€ 25	B/B
Park side	Sauraha Chitwan	**	€ 40	€ 50	A/P
High view resort	Dhulikhel	*	€ 25	€ 30	B/B
Thamel Apartment	Thamel ktm	*	€ 40	€ 50	E/P
Galaxy	Nagarkot	*	€ 15	€ 18	B/B
Country Villa	Nagarkot	**	€ 35	€ 45	B/B
Club Himalaya	Nagarkot	**	€ 55	€ 65	B/B
International G. house	Thamel ktm	**	€ 40	€ 50	E/P
Samsara Resort	Thamel ktm	**	€ 45	€ 50	E/P
Hotel wonder land	Thamel ktm	*	€ 15	€ 18	E/P
Dhulikhel lodge resort	Dhulikhel	**	€ 25	€ 30	B/B
Hotel Marshyangdi	Thamel Ktm	**	€ 40	€ 50	B/B
Hotel Panorama	Dhulikhel	*	€ 20	€ 25	E/P