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We start every day with morning meditation and yoga. Sometimes during the trek will be introduced specific meditative exercises to integrate inner experiences with nature's external scenarios. On the trek all meals are prepared by yogic regulations.
Panchassee Mountains
The route from Fewa Lake to Panchassee is an ancient pilgrimage route, which rises to around 2500 meters. Along the way, it is possible to admire the stunning views of Annapurnas mighty mountain ranges. There are adventurous trekking routes from all directions, leading up to the top of the sacred mountain. On Panchassee's lush hillsides we head through a colored ocean of wood orchids and Rhodondenrum forests. On this trip we stay alternately in guest houses, tent and at local hill tribe families.
You can join in Autumn holidays in 2012 (October 13 to 24)
Or Easter 2013 (March 23-April 3)
Route: 12 days: Price 1000 € (It is possible subsequently to participate in a 10-day adrenaline-packed river expedition with meditation and yoga in one of Nepal's largest rivers - click here for info )
Day 1 Kathmandu:
Pick up at the airport and then stay at hotel and welcome dinner at the restaurant in Kathmandu's vibrant district of Thamel (If you need equipment, you buy trekking equipment all over the city.
Early morning we drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. During the drive we see the first scenes of the Himalayas mighty mountain massifs, which is over 8000 meters high, such as Manaslu and Annapurna. Stay in a hotel or retreat center in Pokhara.
Preparing for yoga trek on retreat center. - Introduction to Meditation and fundamental yoga positions and check the trekking equipment. The rest of the day will be free to explore Pokhara and its environs.
1.5 hour drive to ArjunG Choke Hellu at the foot of Sirubari hill. From here it takes about 4.5 hours to trek to Sirubari village. Here we are greeted by Gurung tribes local villagers, and we spend the night at a few of tribal families.
Day 5 Sirubari Village - Karkineta (we camp for the night in the forest) (4.5 hour trek)
Day 6 Karkineta - Bhanjayang (2060m) (4 hours trek)
Day 7 Bhanjayang - sacred lake-Panchassee 2500m. Early morning we start the steep climb up to Panchassee to see the massive panorama from Dhaulagiri to Lamjung Himal. Then descend to the sacred lake.
Day 8 Panchassee - Bhanjayang (2060m) (1.5 hour trek) Easy day trek to Bhanjayang at the foot of Panchassee Hill.
Day 9 Bhanjayan - Pumdi Camping Site (4.5 hour trek)
Day 10 Pokhara Retreat Center
Day of complete relaxation at the Retreat Center.The last day of the tour are on Yoga Retreat Center, to regenerate sore muscles and joints as well as general relaxation after trekking. You will find the following facilities and opportunities to relax the body and mind: (Whole Body Massage, Aromatic steam bath, mud bath, Yoga Stretch and Meditation, Guided relaxation in a relaxing atmosphere, and (Joint dinner) Traditional Prepareret meal)
Day 11 Pokhara - Kathmandu
On the 11-day drive back to Kathmandu - duration approx. 7 hours.
Day 12 Boudhanath, Kathmandu
Excursion to the Great Stupa of Boudhanath in Kathmandu valley. The stupa represents Buddha consciousness, and is the most important thing pilgrimage destination for Himalayan Vajrayana-(Tantric) Buddhism as well as Buddhists from all the other schools around the world. There is in this place a very special atmosphere. In the afternoon there is the opportunity for shopping in Kathmandu's maze of small alleys exciting.
The price for all 12 days is 1000 € and includes meditation and yoga classes, all transportation (minus flight to Nepal, accommodation in double rooms, three nights in a tent. All meals on the trek. English speaking guide and Carrier Assistance (one sherpa per. Two participants).Trekking permit.
When you pay the deposit, your place is secured and we will send you a check list of things to bring with you on the trip. Deadline for registration is 14 days before departure.
