The Annapurna Base Camp Trek will take you into the heart of the Annapurna range. The entire area is protected within the 7,629 sq km Annapurna Conservation Area, the first and largest conservation area in Nepal.
Annapurna Base camp combines some of the most spectacular mountain scenery with a fascinating insight into the modern hill life of Nepal. This unique trek along local trails offers great varieties of flora and fauna. You will appreciate the blooming rhododendron on your way, villages and terraced farmland; you will experience unparalleled mountain scenery, and be surrounded by enormous glaciers in one of the world’s most fascinating trekking regions. Lastly, you will gain a unique insight into Nepalese life and its culture as we overnight in beautiful hillside villages.
The trek to Annapurna Base Camp begins after a short drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. We will walk through Ghandruk, Sinuwa, Deurali and finally reach the base camp of Annapurna, and thereafter and return through the valley to Pokhara.
Annapurna base camp is located in the lap of Annapurna South which has a perfect Majestic view of the Annapurna region and Mt. Fishtail - a mountain renowned for its beauty. The trail revert down to the valley at Jhinu hot spring where you have the opportunity for a hot and well-earned bath. From Nayapul we will take a short drive to Pokhara which will be the last ending station of this trek, before we go back to Kathmandu, where it all began.
Although Annapurna Base Camp leads you into the heart of the mighty Himalaya, the trekking itself presents no major difficulties and can be undertaken by enthusiastic people who are used to walking.
Trekking and HikingAdventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, nepali
Destinations
Annapurna Base Camp trek, Kathma
Annapurna Base Camp trek, Kathmandu, Ghandruk, Sinuwa, Deurali, Annapurna Base Camp, Bambo, Jhinu Hot Spring, Pokhara
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Swaying palm trees, rolling hills and calm backwaters make up southern India's lush landscape and on this 13-day Premium adventure, you’ll travel off the tourist trail. Head into the home of a local family and be immersed in their culture, head down the French-inspired streets of Puducherry and explore the maze of food stalls in Maduraito. Go into the wilderness of the Periyar National Park to look for local wildlife and tiger tracks, watch a live performance of kalarippayattu and visit tea plantations to learn how this popular beverage is grown and made. With heaps of local food, a night in a converted houseboat and a knowledgeable local leader to help you uncover local secrets, this will be a trip of a lifetime.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kochi, Chennai, Kerala & Tamil N
Kochi, Chennai, Kerala & Tamil Nadu, Kerala Backwaters, Pondicherry, Madurai, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Munnar
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The 11-day, guided tour of India's Golden triangle coupled with the cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur in Rajasthani as well as Mumbai is a perfect gateway for those wanting to simultaneously experience India's rich past and growing present.
Starting with a sightseeing tour of Delhi, India's capital city, this tour will take you to Agra, home to the majestic Taj Mahal, before travelling to the princely cities of Rajasthan that are known throughout the world for their lavish palaces and gigantic forts. Explore the cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur while in Rajasthan. See the grand City Palace in Jaipur, the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort in the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort an =d lavishly decorated interiors of palaces in Udaipur before travelling to Mumbai.
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of India's financial and entertainment capital and explore the ancient Elephanta Caves before it's time to head home. Stay in 3-star hotels or similar and go out on sightseeing tours in a private vehicle accompanied by a professional, English-speaking driver during this tour. Please note that domestic flight tickets and entrance fees to monuments mentioned on the itinerary are not included in the tour price. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
New Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Jodhp
New Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Agra, Udaipur
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I thoroughly enjoyed this cycling tour of a tiny gem of India called Kerala. We saw Indians at work and were humbled by their hard work and joyful manner. The traffic was a bit crazy, but we felt so safe with the support of our driver and mechanics. Glorious hills and seascape. We had time for rest, swimming and shopping too. Thank you. It was fabulous
WildlifeBicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kochi, Chennai, Kovalam, Thekkad
Kochi, Chennai, Kovalam, Thekkady, Varkala, Kollam, Alleppey, Kerala Backwaters, Erattupetta
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A really enjoyable trip led by Abhi our lovely young guide. Kerala is beautiful and we were able to experience the contrast between the mountains and the backwaters. The food provided on the trek by Sheila and her team was amazing.
WildlifeWalking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kochi, Munnar, Silent Valley, Me
Kochi, Munnar, Silent Valley, Meesapulimala Peak, Top Station, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Alleppey
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The itinerary is very well thought out with lots to see and do. Everyday had a highlight and the Nepalese are so friendly and inviting. The views of the Himalayas in Nagarkot and Pokhara were stunning. The hotels were in excellent locations throughout. There are walks for those who want to and options for those who don't. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone, regardless of physical ability. Our tour leader, Su, was excellent and worked tirelessly to ensure our safety, enjoyment and general happiness. He is the best leader I have had out of some 27 tours. This is Explore's strong point - they know how to pick and train tour leaders and Su was the best of the best.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This trip combines three of the most famous national parks, featuring some of the best tiger sightings in the world. The parks you will be enjoying a safari at are Bandhavgarh National Park with the highest destiny of tiger population in India leading to high chances of spotting the big cats in the wild, and Kanha National Park and Pench National Park, two surreal locations made famous by author Rudyard Kipling in his classic novel “The Jungle Book” with its equally popular antagonist “Mowgli”. Also, embark on a delightful tour of Delhi and Mumbai, the two cities offering visitors insights into its rich culture, history, architecture and more. Embark on this tour of a lifetime, a treat for wildlife lovers.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
New Delhi, Mumbai, Bandhavgarh
New Delhi, Mumbai, Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench, Pench National Park
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In this Buddhist Circuit Excursion Tour of 6 Nights and 7 Days, all essential Buddhist features are included, providing our travelers with a comprehensive religious experience. The tour will start in Varanasi and end in Lucknow. Tourist attractions include cultural and historical places, stupas, monuments, museums, as well as gardens and lakes, leaving an incredible mark on your mind.
Highlights include visiting Sarnath to see the Dhamekh Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum, and enjoying a morning boat ride on the River Ganges. In Bodhgaya, explore the Mahabodhi Temple, Thai Temple, and Bodhi Tree. The tour continues with visits to the ruins of Nalanda and Rajgir, followed by Kushinagar to see the Mahaparinirvana Temple and Mukutbandhan Stupa. The journey concludes in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Northeast India, Varanasi, Bodhg
Northeast India, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Patna, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Shravasti, Lucknow
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From the autumn 2016 season the Mera Peak trek/climb by this tour operator changed from a camping based itinerary of previous years to lodge or tea house based accommodation. I/we departed in October 2016. Before commencing the trek Id convinced myself that the trek in to Mera would be broadly similar to the Everest Base Camp trek, I was very wrong. There is no gentle start and long days requiring sustained effort are the theme pretty much throughout. The route taken for the first few days is very quiet and had a feel of "going around the houses" for me. That quieter route also makes for much more basic lodges than those found on EBC for example but they were all adequate. The longer approach route does however allow for excellent acclimatisation, a major key to success. All the approach routes converge in Kote and it is then a straight shot up the now rocky Hinku valley. I didnt find the approach trek in to be very scenic and that wasnt helped by day after day of cloud cover. I wonder if a November departure would be worthwhile for clearer skies. Khare, which I thought of as base camp village, was a surprsingly busy place with climbers from all over the world either preparing for or returning from Mera. Stories of six groups having been beaten back by high winds the previous day brought about a realisation that nature could quite easily scupper our plans. Having left Khare and reached the snow line, those of us that brought our own mountain boots and crampons were reunited with them by virtue of some porters that had gone ahead of us. I was now using mountain boots and crampons on snow for the first time, I found I tired far quicker than I cared to admit at the time. After a short but steep climb things level out and then it was a relatively short walk to Mera La camp for the night. The sunset and night time stars were very nice. We were now in tents for the first time. I wish I hadn't binned off my Thermarest mattress as a weight saving effort for the Lukla flight. Foam mattresses were provided but I could still feel the cold coming up from the ground. The next day was a short one from Mera La to High Camp. It however is one of those sections where the destination never seems to get any closer despite feeling you're working like a steam train at full speed. The amusement of high camp's precarious position soon passes as you try to concentrate on getting some sleep for the upcoming 0030 wake up call. I got no real sleep. We then started our torch lit climb through the night in deeply sub zero temperatures. It was hard going, really hard going, there was little talking amongst us. It was just heads down and endure it. The group were imposing more rest stops on the guides than they wanted but I don't think there were any negative consequences when all said and done. My fingers were numb with cold. The sun slowly rose and Mera central summit could now be seen ahead. We left our rucksacks at the foot of the summit and using our Jumars went up the surprisingly short roped section fixed by our guides, it was easy and I was on the summit in a minute. It had taken around 7 hours from leaving High Camp with no sleep (for me) since Mera La the previous day. It was bitterly cold on the summit and very windy, there wasn't any open celebration. There now followed an extremely long walk all the way back down to Khare village with only a short pitstop at High Camp along the way. It was exhausting. Availability of water was a problem too since much if not all of our water was still frozen despite the now blazing morning sun. I was gasping for a drink. Ngima our leader had some warm water in a flask and I will definitely take a small flask when I find myself back on a high mountain again. What now remained was the trek "home" to Lukla. The third day of decent involved far more steep climbing than we were in the mood for but we gt where we were going. Conditions on the Zatrwa pass werent as bad as they could be. During our trek trail crampons or shoe grips weren't necessary. There were only a couple sections of ice a few paces long. The decent from the pass is long and steep, thankfully the national park authority have been building a stone staircase which makes things a little easier but you still have to watch your step. There is the potential for an overnight stay a few hours short of Lukla but depending on progress it can be skipped and we pressed on for Lukla and some comfort... relatively speaking
ClimbingTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, Tangnag, Mera Peak Ba
Kathmandu, Tangnag, Mera Peak Base Camp, Mera La, Mera Peak High Camp, Mera Peak, Zatrwa La Pass, Lukla, Piuyan, Pangkongma, Nashing Dingma, Chholem, Sukye La, Kothe
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We can’t blame you if you want to experience everything Sri Lanka has to offer – the history, the beaches, the flavours, are all equally tempting. On this 14-day tour, search for wildlife on a safari, visit the historic city of Galle, and taste for yourself the exotic flavours at a spice plantation. Then, head over to the southern coast (with whales and dolphins as your travel buddies) for some well-earned time with snorkelling, surfing, and a beach barbecue.
Farm and plantation visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Guest House, Villa
Age Range
16-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Negombo, Mirissa, Kudawella, Tal
Negombo, Mirissa, Kudawella, Talalla, Galle, Weligama, Kandy, Ella, Udawalawe National Park, Unawatuna
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In this 7-night, 8-day ‘Journey Through Enchanting India Tour’, you will visit India's most popular destinations – Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Varanasi – which await your presence. We have included a number of activities like a sunrise boat ride in Varanasi, a rickshaw ride through the streets of Old Delhi, a magnificent tonga ride to the world-famous Taj Mahal in Agra, and a thrilling elephant ride to Amer Fort in Jaipur to make your trip to India worth every penny!
Visit Varanasi, said to be one of the oldest living cities, dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Shiva. Also, enjoy a sunset visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra that will leave you awestruck. The tour will start and end in Delhi, covering essential features where travelers can experience the rich culture and heritage of India. Visitors will enjoy ancient cultural places, historical sites, monuments, evening street markets, Indian street foods, museums, as well as gardens and lakes that will leave an incredible mark on your mind.
Northern lights tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
North India, Varanasi, Jaipur, A
North India, Varanasi, Jaipur, Agra, New Delhi
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One of Nepal's bucket-list treks, our 12-day route takes us on a full circuit of the Annapurna range. Trek through rhododendron forests, mountain foothills, across barren, rocky landscapes and snow-covered passes. At the end of the day, rest up and get to know the local families who run our tea house lodge accommodation.
Thorong La - Cross this challenging high pass, 5,416 metres/17,769 feet, offering stunning views across the Himalayas.
Poon Hill - Climb to the top of Poon Hill and watch the sunrise over the Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri.
Pokhara - Take a well-earned rest by the lakeside and enjoy a cake at one of the town's many bakeries.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Explore the scenic beauty of Munnar, the wildlife sanctuary of Periyar, the tranquil backwaters of Kumarakom, and the elegant houseboats in Alleppey. Come, experience this spectacle yourself. Reviving Ayurvedic healings is an aspect of what is often cited as "God's Own Country." The highlights of the South India tour will let you explore the pristine lands of India. Travel over the deep backwaters of Kumarakom, enjoy the breathtaking views of Munnar, visit the wildlife sanctuary of Periyar, and experience the sophisticated houseboats in Alleppey. Join us for insight into this extravaganza yourself.
Start and end in Cochin. This 7-day South India tour is the best combination of water and beaches. Enjoy a night on a houseboat floating outside the bustle of the city. Relax and enjoy the peace of your life.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Indian Himalayas, Cochin, Munnar
Indian Himalayas, Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, Kerala Houseboat, Kerala & Tamil Nadu
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