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Trip Details at-a-Glance

Cost From: $6195   see pricing
Length: 14 days
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Activity: Hiking / Trekking, Cultural Adventures
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Itinerary at a Glance

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Departures & Leaders

Tour Costs

Prices are for 2011
$6195 (10-15 members)
$6595 (6-9 members)
Single supplement: $1550
Internal airfare: $1475 (subject to change)

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Trip Payment Schedule

At time of reservation: $500
120 days prior to departure: 20% of tour cost
60 days prior to departure: Balance

Cancellation Fee Schedule

Minimum fee: None
46-90 days prior to departure: 25% of tour cost
45 days or less: 100% of tour cost

Hashmat Singh

Hashmat Singh has led over 100 journeys on three continents for us since 1990. He holds a BA in History from Delhi University and is a noted photographer. His book, Trekking in the Himalaya (Roli Books), features photographic essays  from Ladakh to Bhutan. Born an army brat, Hashmat traveled extensively as his father was posted in various remote regions of India. His first big Himalayan trek was at age 12, with his school group, and during college, he headed into the Himalaya to take mountaineering courses. “Big mountains of the world, whether they are in the Himalaya, Alps, or the Andes, hold a special fascination for me, as do the people living amongst them, holding on to their ancient cultures in a world where everything is rapidly changing.” A passionate traveler, Hashmat has been instrumental in designing new adventures for us throughout Asia and the Himalayas. The profession of Trip Leader combines several of his interests—hiking, exploring the mountains, photography, and meeting new people. “For me, sometimes it’s the small moments that make the trip—when the clouds suddenly part to show a glimpse of the sun setting on Everest, or going inside an ancient home in Bhutan for a cooking demonstration, watching the perfect view from that luxurious Swiss chalet overlooking Pigne d' Arolla, seeing the schoolchildren dressed in their best at the closing ceremony of the Pushkar Fair, a Ladakhi shepherd inviting us into his modest hut to offer us a cup of tea...I could go on! Travel makes us broad-minded and opens us to new ways of thinking.” Hashmat lives in Delhi with his wife and two children, within easy distance of the abode of snow. He guides for us in Asia in spring, fall, and winter, and joins our European Alps team in the summers.

Upcoming Trips:

Magical Tibet, September 24-October 9, 2010
Royal Rajasthan - Pushkar Fair, November 14-27, 2010
Treasures of South India, December 20-30, 2010
Treasures of South India, January 3-19, 2011
Tribal India, January 23-February 9, 2011
Ultimate Everest, April 5-29, 2011
Treasures of Ladakh and Bhutan Expedition, June 18-July 1, 2011
Ultimate Dolomites, July 4-15, 2011
Tour du Mont Blanc, July 16-23, 2011
Around Manaslu, October 1-25, 2011

Client Testimonials:


This is my fifth trip with Hashmat. He is affable and unflappable. L. Cavaliari, Seattle WA Hashmat was terrific. He is so knowledgeable and proud of his country. He made India come alive for all of us. We loved his enthusiasm and encouragement. B. Carber, Toronto, Canada This is our second trip with Hashmat–he’s a great leader. Betty Rheinstein, Lexington MA
Royal Rajasthan This is my fourth WT trip and second with Hashmat. He is the best! Matthew Howard, Ukiah CA
Treasures of South India Again, Wilderness Travel exceeded my expectations! Hashmat and Ang Tsering took extra care to locate beautiful, quiet, set-apart campsites off the main trail. Amy Simper, Denver CO
Ultimate Evereset We couldn’t have asked for a better trip leader than Hashmat Singh. This trip raised our standards to a new high! Ann and Fred Straus, Wyoming OH
Royal Rajasthan
Hashmat is simply the best! Mary C. Farnsworth, Fort Mills SC
Royal Rajasthan I can’t tell you how comfortable I feel traveling with Hashmat. The experiences he provided for us were unforgettable. Melinda Martin, Berkeley CA
Treasures of South India As always Hashmat organized a rich and full trip experience. Not only was he, as usual, an incredibly well organized and knowledgeable leader, but added to our experience by keeping away from the usual tourist crowds and arranging special events to entertain, relax, and teach us. He remains an ideal leader who deserves his superb reputation. We look forward to many more trips with him. Michel and Deborah Wugmeister
Hidden Rajasthan Hashmat Singh is without question the best leader, hiker, and friend any WT client could hope to have. His enthusiasm and curiosity is contagious. Stephanie Boye, Cambridge, MA Hashmat Singh’s knowledge, experience, and professionalism are of the highest order. Philip and Sally Mimchom, Wersham, Wrexham, UK Hashmat Singh is a remarkably effective leader. I think I have joined the Hashmat Fan Club. John Naftel, Monarch Beach, CA