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Nepal – The Ultimate Wellness Trek
Experience the magnificence of the Nepal Himalayas on this 11-day wellness trek, supported throughout by Integrative Nutrition coach, Bella Somerset.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
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Annapurna Mountain Range
Take a spiritual trek in the breathtakingly beautiful Annapurna range with trekking guides and porters.
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Hike to Poon Hill
Make an early morning start to take the short hike to Poon Hill to enjoy the most beautiful views at sunrise.
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Everest Heli Touring
Experience one of the most thrilling rides ever from the vantage point of a helicopter. Hover up the valleys of the Khumbu region for an exhilarating birds eye view.
Why we like it
A holiday to the Himalayan mountains of Nepal not only offers some of the most exceptional walking terrains in the world, but it is also the perfect environment in which to immerse yourself, away from the pressures of everyday life. With an objective of providing wellness, mindfulness, and rejuvenation of self, this well-considered programme with the Himalayan Mountains surrounding you, makes this trip spiritual, adventurous and immersive. Suitable for curious travellers with a love of walking, who are looking to get to know themselves better. Bella invites you on a journey that involves far more than just leg muscles.
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Day 1
Kathmandu
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Day 2
Kathmandu - Pokhara
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Day 3 - 9
Annapurna Mountain Range Trek
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Day 10
Pokhara - Kathmandu
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Day 11
Kathmandu
Day 1
Kathmandu
Kathmandu is a city to awake the senses, but it is not without its spiritual and cultural side.
Day 2
Kathmandu - Pokhara
Visitors are greeted by the stunning Mt Machhapuchhre, which looms large and reflects in the still waters of Lake Taal.
Day 3 - 9
Annapurna Mountain Range Trek
Make an early start this morning with an hour hike to Poon Hill.
Day 10
Pokhara - Kathmandu
Day 11
Kathmandu
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Who is Bella Somerset?
Bella Somerset is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who leads mountain treks with a difference to this majestic mountain playground. As well as the hiking, her walks combine meditation and holistic health coaching with the objective of jump-starting a healthy lifestyle and calming the mind. The trekking serves the purpose of promoting fitness, while Bella’s teaching and support give awareness and understanding of the steps to take to achieve and sustain health goals into the future.
Increasingly people are travelling in search of something more than just a temporary tan from their holidays. They seek holidays with a purpose, a yen for personal development and growth. People are seeking holidays that not only offer rest and relaxation but holidays that bring you home feeling refreshed, fitter and more at peace with yourself and the world.
Opting for a luxury wellness holiday to Nepal with Bella Somerset as your guide, for a group of friends, family members or independently, provides the perfect environment to work through individually tailored plans. The treks combine comfortable lodges and luxury hotels, spa indulgences and helicopter rides to view Mount Everest.
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What is Wellness Trekking?
While trekking in the breathtakingly beautiful Annapurna range, you’ll enjoy quality time together and feel rejuvenated and at peace going home. The wellness element incorporates morning meditation and holistic health coaching throughout, combined with lots of hiking. Each individual will be met by Bella Somerset prior to travel to talk through tailored nutrition and holistic programme which will be worked through during the trek.
Each member of the group will have daily sessions with Bella to address how to be healthier and happier. There is also group health coaching to create a perspective on destructive behaviour habits and form actions to infuse more satisfaction into relationships, life and learn tools to manage stress better. Gain clarity on how to fully show up for your life and become excited by this prospect as you journey through the mountains.
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Ker & Downey Lodges
Trekking in Nepal has always been associated with sleeping in small tents on hard beds or mats, washing in cold water, sharing communal toilets and living fairly basically. Ker and Downey are unique in Nepal as it offers the only program which allows guests to experience the magnificent Himalayan mountain scenery in style and comfort. The company pride themselves on taking an intimate understanding of Nepalese culture and tradition and take pleasure in showing visitors to this region the true charm and courtesy for which the Nepalese are known.
Located in the Annapurna Mountains, the Ker and Downey Lodges where available, offer the perfect opportunity to experience trekking in the Himalaya in luxury and comfort. With hot showers, comfortable beds and great food, these lodges are the best on offer whilst trekking.
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A note on price
Prices will vary depending on the time of year you are travelling. Prices do not include international flights. Please ask one of our Travel Experts for an accurate quote. Flights purchased through Steppes Travel departing from the UK are ATOL protected.
This Itinerary
Price
From £2,950 Per person
When to travel
With two distinct seasons, dry and wet, Nepal is at its best from October through to December. This is when the monsoon, which runs from June to September, come to an end and the dry season begins, leaving the countryside green, lush and bursting with life. Mountain views are clear and crisp across the Himalayans.
Visitors going to Nepal in January and February should expect freezing temperatures in the evening but with this brings fewer crowds arguably making it a perfect time to discover the country. March, April and May see the temperatures begin to climb and the humidity reaching its height before the monsoon rains arrive. The springtime is warmer but cloud build-up over the Himalayan peaks occurs.
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Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
Are you ready to discover extraordinary once again?
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