Description
Dates: 2 – 14 April 2022
Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights
Price: Euro 2965 per person
Single Supplement: Euro 200 per person
Single Supplement: Euro 220 per person
Deposit: Euro 296.5 per person. The final balance is due 90 days out
The booking window closes 7 days before departure date.
You will pay a deposit of 10% to secure your spot. Once confirmed, your tour operator will charge the remaining amount.
Terrain: Trail Running
Average daily running distance:3 – 5 hours per day being on your feet
Longest running distance in a day:6 hours of being on your feet
Group size: 6 to 12 participants
TABLE OF CONTENTS
What level of running is this trip suitable for?
Are there any alternatives for non-runners?
What’s NOT Included in the Price?
See Additional Information for more details on Payment Procedure and Cancellation Policy.
What Level of Running is this Trip suitable for?
Challenging graded trail runs feature longer trails which involves some long, steep ascents, as well as steep descents which are away from civilization. The trails we travel on can sometimes reach higher altitudes up to 3,000m and follows rough and more difficult terrain. Previous experience would be advantageous, but not essential.
Suitable for runners who can comfortably be on their feet up to 4-6 hours per day (including walking). You need to have a good level of running fitness and be able to run up to distances of 20km+ in one push and be able to run back-back (consecutive) days. Some extra training before your trip may be required; previous trail running experience is recommended.
Are there any Alternatives for Non-runners?
No alternatives
Accommodation
Twin or Double Share throughout
Single supplement available
Dietary Accommodation
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know about them in a comment upon your booking.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU
Arrival into Kathmandu
Group transfer to our hotel
Check-in and relax
Catch up with the rest of our team over fresh tea on the garden terrace
5-10Km City Run to explore this ancient city
Drinks on the balcony Welcome
Dinner Ceremony at one of Kathmandu’s best-kept secrets
DAY 2: EXPLORE KATHMANDU
Optional: Sunrise Yoga Breakfast
Trail Running Sightseeing: Easy paced running through Thamel District – Durbar Square – Swayambhunath Monkey Temple
Group transfer back to the hotel with time to chill
Downtime to recheck our kit and prepare for the adventure
Local dinner in Thamel (Excluded)
DAY 3: INTO THE FOOTHILLS OF THE HIMALAYA
Early Breakfast 4WD group transfer along the Tibetan road to the trailhead Scenic mountain drive with sightseeing en-route (approx. 8 hours)
Arrival into Sivalaya Village, check into our tea house
Local village exploration and relax
Local Nepali dinner and a briefing on the day ahead
DAY 4: THE TRAIL TO BANDAR
Early Breakfast
Pack up our kit and load it into our support crew for transfer
4 – 5 Hour Trail Run to Deurali, via ancient villages and Tibetan monasteries
Arrive into Bhandar, check into our tea house and relax
Recovery stretching and taking in the mountain views over tea/coffee
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 5: ONWARDS TO NAMKILI
Breakfast Morning stretching and prepare our kit
4 – 5 Hour Trail Run/Hike to Namkili – Likhu River & Chaulakharka
Arrive into Bhandar, check-into our tea house and relax
Recovery stretching and taking in the mountain views over tea/coffee
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 6: TO NGAWAR GOMPA
Breakfast Morning hike to Goli Gompa Dhanda
3 Hour Trail Run to Ngawar Gompa with stops along the way
Visit a small cheese factory
Arrive into Ngawar Gompa, check in and relax
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 7: PIKEY PEAK BASE CAMP
Optional: Sunrise Yoga Breakfast Relaxing morning and an easy day with stretching
2 Hour Trail Run/Hike to Pikey Peak Base Camp
Arriving at Base Camp with the afternoon to relax and soak up the views
Optional: If times allows and we feel good we have the option to head to the summit today
Local dinner served over open fire at our base camp
DAY 8: SUMMIT PIKEY PEAK – JASE BHYANGYANG
Early Breakfast
Prepare our running kit for our summit adventure
Hike to the summit of Pikey Peak (4,065m) – take in the views of Mt.Everest and many other Himalayan giants
2 Hour Trail Run – Follow the ridgeline and descent to the village of Jase Bhyangyang
Arrival into the village, check-in and relax Afternoon to chill after our morning efforts
Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 9: TRAIL TO JUNBESI
Breakfast Morning to relax before we head off
3 – 5 hour Hike/easy run to Lamjura-La pass before descending to Junbesi
Check into our tea house
Afternoon to explore the local Sherpa culture in surrounding villages
Optional: Sunset recovery / stretching Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 10: DOWNHILL RUNNING TO TAKSINDU DEURALI
Breakfast 3 – 4 Hours Easy Running/Hiking to Taksindu Deaurali
Trail routes through lush forests, Tibetan villages with mountain views of Mount Everest
Visit the apple orchards at Ringmo for local Nepali apple pie and cider
Arrival at Taksindu Deurali, check-in and relax Local dinner served in our guesthouse
DAY 11: FINAL DAY TO PHAPLU
Breakfast
Prepare our running kit for our last day on the trail
3 – 4 Hours Trail Running to Phaplu via a monastery and forests
Arrival in Phaplu, check-in and relax
Nepali feast to celebrate our journey with local beer
DAY 12: RETURN TO KATHMANDU
Early Breakfast
4WD group transfer back to Kathmandu
Scenic journey with lots of stops along the way (7 hours)
Arrival back at our hotel, check-in and relax
Rest of the day at leisure to explore, swim or use the SPA facilities
Farewell dinner ceremony
DAY 13: HOMEWARD BOUND
Breakfast
Last-minute shopping and exploring
Pack up our gear and check-out
Group transfer to the airport for onward flight
Depart
What’s Included in the Price?
- 12 nights accommodation in boutique hotels in Kathmandu and cost tea-houses on the trail
- Fully-supported trail running trip
- Internal flight ticket (Lukla – Kathmandu) one-way in Economy Class
- Cultural sightseeing including full day city trail running sightseeing
- Dinner on the first and final night in Kathmandu
- Full board throughout the duration of the trail run
- All transfers Permits and conservation fees
- 1: 4 Guides to Runners Ratio
- Local porterage
- Return Group Airport transfers
What’s NOT Included in the Price?
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International flights
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Lunches and some dinners in Kathmandu
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All beverages and snacks
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Personal equipment
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Personal bills
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Visa fee US$25 per person for 15 days
- Travel Insurance (REQUIRED before the trips departure – for cancellation, accidents, health and emergency evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage or personal effects)
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Tips
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Excess baggage beyond 15kg (for local flight)
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