Featured Trek
In May 2010, Grand Asian Journey's Chief Adventure Officer, Jwalant Gurung, scouted the Dhaulagiri Circuit for a Seattle-based outdoor club, The Mountaineers. They were planning a trek around Dhaulagiri and he wanted to make sure that it could be done safely, in addition to familiarizing the guides and staff with the route. Jwalant now ranks The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek among his favorites! And that's saying a lot for someone who's experienced virtually every trekking route in this landscape rich country. Needless to say, Dhaulagiri is now a featured Grand Asian Journeys trek, and we're one of the few trekking companies to offer this rare opportunity.
How is this trek different than other treks in Nepal? We asked Jwalant, and here's what he had to say:
"First, the views are unprecedented! Dhaulagiri I is a very majestic mountain, and you have the rare opportunity to actually touch the main massif."
"Second, this is NOT a tourist-highway like some other popular treks have become. And because of this, the flora and fauna are very pristine, not to mention that this is also prime snow-leopard country."
"Third, while the trek is similar to other Nepal treks in that it begins in the sub-tropical region with thick oak and rhododendron forests and ascends into alpine country, there are very few ‘Zion-like' canyon landscapes in Nepal. That is what it's like on the stretch that leads up to the Base Camp."
Grand Asian Journeys would love to share this pristine journey with up to 12 adventurous people. Please join us from May 8-26, 2011 for a trek around Dhaulagiri with an optional climb of a 6,000+ meter peak. As an added bonus, mountaineer Craig Anderson will be joining us on this trek. Craig was on the first American teams on the Dhaulagiri I and K2 expeditions. He will inspire and delight you with his rich experience and incredible stories.
India Your Way: Let us custom design your tour
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The incomparable Taj Mahal |
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Are you the kind of person who likes adventure and wants to trek in the Indian Himalayas, like Sikkim or Darjeeling? Or do you dream of the grandeur of the Taj Mahal and Jaipur, the Pink City? Are you fascinated by the Holy City of Varanasi and want to know why millions of pilgrims journey there each year? Or do the peaceful backwaters of Kerala call you? Interested in classic Heritage Hotels, the kind that you only see in movies, or would you prefer simpler accommodations in favor of a longer trip? Whatever your dream, we can custom create an itinerary to match it! Let Grand Asian Journey's Destination Specialists help you get started on creating the adventure of your lifetime.
Psst…want to travel for free? Read this!
Are you a member of a book club, a hiking group or just a really big family? If you gather 10 people to travel with you, you travel for free! That could be in the form of a 10% discount for everyone or a free "leader" who inspires, excites and shepherds their fellow travelers. This special applies to any of Grand Asian Journeys' set trips or custom itineraries to India, Nepal, Bhutan, China or Tibet. For your group we will coordinate unique custom journeys and dates, making the trip not only memorable but affordable, too! Contact us to get all the details and start planning on your custom group journey today!
Need Travel Insurance? Consider This...
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Iceland's infamous volcano, April 2010 |
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The Icelandic volcano last spring caused billions of dollars worth of travel delays and interruptions, and people with Trip Interruption insurance were covered during this unprecedented travel emergency, recouping their costs for flight changes and expensive hotel stays. At Grand Asian Journeys, we are agents of Travelex Insurance, and stand behind their policies as the best in the industry.
Consider these situations...
- You or a family member become ill and you can no longer travel
- You have a medical emergency in a remote location while trekking and require helicopter evacuation
- Your job is suddenly terminated or transferred
- Your residence or destination becomes uninhabitable due to a hurricane, fire or flood
- You miss a connection because of a flight delay
- You arrive at your destination but your luggage doesn't
- Your wallet, credit cards or passport are stolen
You may find less expensive insurance, but you will not find a better policy or better value. Many other insurance companies offer secondary coverage, meaning you have to go through the hassle of billing your homeowners insurance and personal medical insurance before they will pay a claim. Travelex offers primary insurance meaning all claims are handled professionally and paid promptly.
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Trek & Save NOW!
Fall is approaching and we've got space on some of our most popular treks to the Everest and Annapurna regions, so we decided to offer generous discounts on some of these adventures. If you've been thinking about trekking in Nepal, but are nervous about the price tag, now is the time to Trek & Save! Click here to see all of our Hot Deals!
Early Booking Discounts for 2011 Travel
Thinking about joining one of our journeys to India or Bhutan next year? Make a deposit on a 2011 adventure by December 31, 2010, and you will save $150 off of any of our dozens of itineraries. Check out all of our destinations to choose your 2011 adventure now!
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