Nepal tours take root at World Heritage site

Cultural-tourism group ITrekNepal has recently moved its base of operations to the ancient, UNESCO World Heritage town of Bhaktapur, nestled within the breathtaking Kathmandu Valley.

Always a true “trekkers paradise,” Nepal offers a multitude of varied terrain and spectacular scenery to delight even the most intrepid explorer. As one of the country’s fastest growing and  most innovative trekking companies, ITrekNepal tailors trips to suit anyone’s taste or budget. ITrekNepal‘s personalized trekking services featuring highly experienced local guides and ‘best in class’ accommodations guarantee the highest quality Nepal trekking trips possible.

The company’s recent move from Kathmandu to the scenic, tranquil and historic city of Bhaktapur demonstrates its leadership in trekking and adventure tourism in the country.

“ITrekNepal guests who have stayed with us in Bhaktapur love being immersed in a traditional Newari lifestyle, both inside the old city of Bhaktapur and in the quiet villages on its outskirts. With our Nepal staff right there to serve them 24 hours a day they have the perfect environment for starting and ending a trekking adventure in Nepal,” explains Andrew Leonard, ITrekNepal’s Managing Director.

No stranger to adventure

ITrekNepal provides personalized, high quality trekking services throughout the Himalayan region, including Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. With a choice of standard or classic options to match guest’s preferences there are no hidden extras – all local transport (private), meals and sleeping equipment are provided within the cost of each trek.

ITrek’s English-speaking guides have been carefully selected, each with many years of trek leadership experience. The company provides both classic itineraries such as Everest and Annapurna Base Camp treks as well as unique ‘off the beaten path’ treks and tours that provide a wealth of memories long after the holiday has finished.

A region rich in culture

Renowned for its rich culture and indigenous lifestyle, UNESCO World Heritage City Bhaktapur boasts many temples and is known as the ‘Town of Devotees’. Once a prosperous town home to traditional Nepalese art and architecture, Bhaktapur is untouched, unspoiled and excellently preserved; an essential stop on any visitor’s must-see list whilst in Nepal.

Just east of Kathmandu on the old trade route to Tibet, Bhaktapur is known to be cleaner and quieter than Kathmandu; offering direct opportunities for trekkers to immediately enjoy the great outdoors. The town is surrounded by stunning scenery, with popular mountain resort destinations of Nagarkot and Dhulikel that offer fabulous views of Himalayan peaks.

Villages in the countryside surrounding the town offer unique day hikes for visitors wishing to truly escape the tourist trail.

ITrekNepal‘s new base on the grounds of the traditional Newari guesthouse resort, the Bhaktapur Sanctuary Lodge, offers an excellent location for guests to peacefully relax overlooking the majesty of the town.

Access to Kathmandu from Bhaktapur will soon be improved once the construction of a six-lane highway is completed. Currently, the city is as close to the international airport as the capital, making ITrek’s new location an excellent base from which to explore a little bit more of what this amazing country has to offer.

For more information, visit www.itreknepal.com.