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Trek north of the snowcapped Annapurna into the tawny landscape of Mustang, a vassal state within Nepal and one of the last Tibetan Buddhist kingdoms. We'll hike among verdant, irrigated fields and enter the fortress-like villages known as dzongs.

Elevation and amazement mount as we peregrinate from peaceful green valleys in the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" to the raucous flurry of Kathmandu and the austere heights of enigmatic Tibet. This is a cultural sampler sewn into the seams of the Himalaya.

Arrive at Everest Base Camp (17,389') via the historic route taken by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay in 1953. We'll pause along the way in Sherpa villages, teahouses, markets, and Buddhist monasteries.

Trekking through Sherpa communities with deluxe lodge accomodation beneath the inspirin Mount Everest. Experience the Sherpa way of life, their customs and traditions to gain a window into a distinct culture.

Every step of this world-class trek rewards us with sublime vistas encompassing four of the world's highest summits: Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse and Everest.