Cho Oyu Expedition (8201 M) - 45 Days

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45 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Destination Nepal

Activities Mountain Expedition

Group Size 1 - 15

$27,300.00 /Adult

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Cho Oyu Expedition Itinerary (45 Days)

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Dinner )

Day 2: Preparation day for expedition

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Hotel - 3 Stars