NEPAL: SOLU-SHERPA-MONASTERIES-TREK Many trekkers  in Nepal aspire the high Himalayas, but few venture into the “hills” below the high peaks and meadows.When the Shar-pa (Sherpa) left Tibet 500 years ago they settled on the southern slopes of Chomolongma or Sagarmatha. Their heartland, the Shorong, commonly known as Solu, is the focus of this wonderful tour.From Kathmandu a short flight brings you to Phaplu, the “airport” of the Solu. Commence the trek which leads you to many “ordinary” and perhaps therefore more “real” monasteries (Gompa). Trek via Manidingma Gompa, Thupten Choling Gompa, Sete Gompa, Ngaur Gompa to Thankani and finally to Chiwang Gompa and back to  Phaplu, where the trek ends.The beautiful landscape changes from paddy fields to lovely woods to scenic valleys to potato cultivation. A trek to enjoy and experience the culture of a mountain people, largely left out by modern mass tourism. Some sightseeing in the Kathmandu valley is of course   TYPE OF TRAVEL:  trekking 4-6 hours averagely per day DURATION: 21  days from / to Kathmandu GUIDE: cultural guide in the valley of Kathmandu, trekking guide for the trek SUITABLE FOR: Hikers MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 4056 meters (Pike Peak) SERVICE TYPE: Standard (medium high). Low cost services on demand or more glitzy. SUGGESTED PERIOD: September to November and  March to May best time. PERSONALIZATION: Customizable  on request INDIVIDUAL DEPARTURES: Every day on request FIXED DEPARTURES: none ITINERARY IN BRIEF Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu Day 02 Kathmandu valley. Day 03 Fly Kathmandu - Phaplu. Day 04 Phaplu – Chobling  Gompa – Ratnagi Danda. Day 05 Ratnagi Danda -  Manidingma Gompa. Day 06 Manidingma Gompa - Trakshindo Gompa. Day 07 Trakshindu Gompa – Everest View Lodge. Day 08 Everest View Lodge – Thupten Choling Gompa. Day 09 Thupten Choling Gompa. Day 10 Thupten Choling Gompa – Junbesi. Day 11 Junbesi – Jung Gompa – Junbesi. Day 12 Junbesi – Serlo Gompa – Junbesi. Day 13 Junbesi – Sete Gompa. Day 14 Sete Gompa – Goli Gompa (2980 m) – Ngaur Gompa. Day 15 Ngaur Gompa – Pike Peak - Thanakani. Day 16 Thankani – Chiwang Gompa. Day 17 Chiwang Gompa – Phaplu. Day 18 Flight Phaplu – Kathmandu. Day 19 Kathmandu vally. Day 20 Kathmandu valley. Day 21 Departure from Kathmandu.  QUOTES OF PARTICIPATION Currency: US Dollar, exchange rates based in 30 November 2011* Same tour-same service: best price guarantee! ** With participants 01 02 03 04 05-07 08-10 Price per person ----- 1815  1727  1632   1662   1577 *Quote based on rates prevailing at the date indicated and subject to confirmation. **We guarantee with same services / duration best price obtainable on the market. Book directly with us or your nearest travel agent. SERVICES INCLUDED TRANSFERS - With private vehicles as shown on the map FLIGHTS - Flight  Kathmandu- phaplu -Kathmandu inclusive 15 kg luggage allowance NIGHTS (see table for details) - At the hotel 2 / 3 star hotel in Kathmandu - In simple lodges during the trek MEALS - Meals as indicated in the detailed itinerary - Full board during the trek - End of trip dinner restaurant with typical Nepalese Guides - English speaking guide for the visits shown in the Kathmandu Valley - English speaking guide for trekking - Transport of personal luggage up to 13 kg with porters / yaks / ponies VISAS, PERMITS AND REVENUE - Entrance fees for the main entrances for the described sightseeing’s -  evrest ACAP and trekking permits TIMS GENERALLY - 1 bag to your luggage during the trek - Luggage suitcases at the hotel during the trek - Travel Assistance of qualified personnel - Meals, transfers, insurance for the staff accompanying - Carrying out all necessary paperwork on the spot - Taxes local government - Telephone support 24 to 24 hours during the trip - Quote practical management SERVICES NOT INCLUDED - International flights to get to the place of beginning your journey - Entry visa for Nepal (see download) - Insurance for yourself - Personal equipment and medicines - Insurens for yourself for your travels and tour - Any expences of resque and helicopter  - Single room and other mentioned supplements, - Sleeping bag for overnight stays in hiking (hire on request) - Extra in lodge (shower, telephone calls, drinks etc.) - Personal transport on horseback etc. - Whatever not explicitly mentioned in "Included Services" ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED OR SIMILAR Kathmandu Samsara / Nirvana Garden / Thamel Eco Resort / Kathmandu Resort / Manang / Holy Himalaya   Fill in the form below to recieve the detailed itinerary and personalize this tour if you like accordingly to your requirements, please ask us!    If the present tour itinerary or tour style does not reflect what you actually expected, please consult us for a customized solution in accordance with your needs like for example with more moderate or more luxorious accomodations, extentions, other activities and so forth.