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NamasteHave you ever dreamed of experiencing an ancient culture first hand? Crystal Mountain Treks has been leading Westerners into the remote regions of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, India and China for the last 20 years. We pride ourselves on getting off of the beaten path in all our treks and journeys and helping our customers experience the culture they came to see. This month, we have two featured treks that will do just that for you – Dolpo and Kanchenjunga. Dolpo is the most remote and least developed district of Nepal. Isolated from the rest of the country because of rough terrain, Dolpo is home to nearly 6,000 people of Tibetan descent whose lives revolve around Buddhism, a lesser known religion called Bonpo, barley and yaks. Our other featured trek is to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp in eastern Nepal. This trek will be led by Jenny, my sister, who has lived and worked in the Kanchenjunga region helping set up the local Conservation Area Programme.
If you know of anyone who's dreamed of going to Asia, please And, don't forget to become our fan on Facebook to keep up-to-date on our new exotic itineraries for 2010 and beyond. Sincerely, Featured TripsVaranasi: The Sacred City of Light
This November, let us introduce you one of our favorite cities in the world! From the moment you arrive in Varanasi, you can feel that the energy of this city is different. Located along the west bank of the sacred Ganges River, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Varanasi is in many senses quintessential India. Each year, more than a million Hindu pilgrims from around the world come to wash away their sins in the holy river in the city where "the eternal light of Shiva intersects the earth". We'll rise early to watch the morning sun bring the ancient city to life. We invite you to experience Varanasi and more of the real North India with us this fall. If you book before April 30, receive a $200 American Express Gift Card to help with your pre-trip planning. Please email Pam if you would like more information or to reserve your space. The Crystal Mountain Signature Trek: Upper Dolpo (35 days, 34 nights)
At the edge of the Tibetan Plateau lies the legendary "Hidden Land" that is home to the mountain that is our company's namesake, and for years has been off-limits to outsiders. Join us on this 35 day adventure into Dolpo, an unimaginably beautiful, wild, and crystalline landscape. Crossing the Toudje La (18,250 feet) we gain access to a world of rugged people and remote wilderness. Dolpo lies in the great Himalayan rain shadow, geographically cut off from the rest of the world by a barrier of high mountains, deep gorges and thick forests. Our 35-day trek will gain us access to this unique place, which is home to one of the few enclaves of thriving traditional Tibetan culture. Dolpo is no tourist tea-house trek, and you will not find our route outlined in any of the Himalayan trekking guidebooks. It is rugged, unspoiled, and unforgettable - arguably the best trek in all of Nepal. There are a few spaces remaining, so book now to ensure your space. To learn more or to sign up, email Jwalant Gurung. Rugged Nepal: Trek Kanchenjunga (32 days/31 nights)
In the world of adventure, before there was Everest - there was Kanchenjunga. In fact, until 1856 it was considered the highest mountain in the world - until Mount Everest officially earned that title. Kanchenjunga literally translates to "Five Great Treasures in the Snow" referring to the five peaks within the Kanchenjunga range, each believed to be a repository of different treasures: gold, silver, gems, grains and sacred texts. Trek with us to this stunningly beautiful and sacred mountain region within the eastern Himalayas in a journey through spectacular and culturally fascinating landscapes. You will trek with Jenny Gurung, a devoted fan of the eastern Himalayas, and her team. Jenny lived and worked for four years in the region as a member of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) team that established the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project. A conservation academic, she works in operations at Crystal Mountain Treks. To learn more or to sign up, email Jenny. Custom ToursWant to go to India, but don't know where to begin? Want to see all these amazing sights, but not really into groups? Crystal Mountain Treks can customize your India tour itinerary for you. Want to start in Delhi and end in Kochin? Prefer a tour of temples and beaches only? Or perhaps you also want to sneak in some trekking. Let Crystal Mountain Treks custom create an itinerary for you. Contact us at 888-586-7750 or by email today to start your planning! Coming Soon: Grand Asian JourneysIt's official! We've begun operations in the US as Grand Asian Journeys. For 20+ years, we've brought thousands of westerners to Asia as Crystal Mountain Treks operating out of Nepal. Our customers have been asking for a stateside presence to make the business part of our tour process easier and more accessible. In April, we will be launching our new company and new website. Same great team and experience, new local service!
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Visit Nepal!2011 has been declared Nepal Tourism Year by the Nepal government with a target of attracting one million tourists. Every political party, (all 19 of them!), have signed a pledge to do all they can to make your trip to Nepal easy, safe, affordable and memorable. Let us help you plan your journey!
CMT Gives BackIn the Dolpo region the lack of healthcare is a serious concern, with the closest medical clinic more than 6 days away by foot. Crystal Mountain Treks has donated $1,000 to support construction of the Tsaga Clinic in order to serve these people that are so in need. We are proud to give back to the regions where we operate, and support basic human services like schools and medical clinics.
Testimonial"For over 22 years I have been leading Sierra Club groups regularly in the Himalayas, and have come to rely solely on the services of Jwalant and his staff. Without exception, every trip has been a success beyond what I had imagined. To make the trips run smoothly, what they offer their clients is a unique combination of experience and professionalism; giving attention to detail, taking time to anticipate the unexpected, and a willingness to tackle any problem. Add on top of all this the sincere humanity they extend -- rare in the business world. It is clear they care deeply about the regions in which they offer trips, and the about people who live there. I cannot recommend their services highly enough!"--Cheryl Parkins, California
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