Everest 60th anniversary trek with George Negus

For all the avid mountaineers out there ! This is an opportunity of a lifetime...

Everest 60th anniversary trek with George Negus
In conjunction with World Expeditions, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in the Everest Region on 29 May to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first ascent of Mt Everest by Tenzing Norgay and the late Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953. On this special departure you will travel in the company of renowned television presenter, interviewer & reporter George Negus. Over a delightful three course meal served under the stars in a specially designed canvas dining tent you’ll hear from an exemplary line-up of international and local guest speakers who will impart some fascinating tales and personal accounts of past Everest expeditions. The Everest Trek takes us into one of the most spectacular regions of Nepal where the Sherpa culture thrives amongst the highest peaks in the world. The Everest massif as seen from Thyangboche is a sight you will never forget, and the hospitality of these tough mountain people will remain with you for a long time.
Dates: 22nd May – 2nd June 2013 Trip Highlights: • Black tie banquet dinner at 3867m in Thyangboche to commemorate the 60th anniversary  of the first ascent of Mt Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay • Welcome dinner at Kathmandu’s Dwarikas Restaurant • Sherpa Culture & views of Everest • Namche Bazaar & Thyangboche Monastery • Fully supported camping based trek in private permanent • Campsites, with 3 hearty meals per day prepared by our cooks • Himalayan Mountain flight from Lukla to Kathmandu • Sightseeing in Kathmandu - Pashupatinath (a major Hindu shrine) and the giant Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath • Expert bilingual local guide • Trip accompanied by well known Australian television presenter, interviewer and reporter, George Negus
About your Escort: George Negus has written, directed and presented Australian commercial and public television current affairs since 1975 -- with a special passion for international affairs and Australia’s place in the world. He worked independently via Negus Media International for more than 20 years as well as roles as presenter/interviewer & reporter for ABCs Foreign Correspondent, Australia Talks and George Negus Tonight and Channel Nine’s 60 Minutes and Today Show; Channel Seven’s coverage of both Gulf Wars; SBS TV’s flagship international affairs program Dateline, TEN Network’s 2011 news analysis program at 6/630pm. He continues in 2013 as occasional international/national affairs commentator on Australian TV/radio. His books include the most recent bestsellers The World From Italy and The World from Islam and The World From DownUnder produced with Negus Media and publisher Harper Collins. Trip Duration: 12 days | Grade: Introductory level | Activities: Trekking | Accommodation: 12 day trip, 8 day trek, 3 nights hotels, 3 nights private permanent camp 2 nights wilderness camp and 3 nights eco lodge | Meals: 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners | Trip Cost: $5490 (joining Kathmandu) READ MORE  here http://www.smhshop.com.au/adventureholidays