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Silk Route to K2

Altitude 6,040m/19,815ft » Duration 31 Days » Grade T2

A trek to the north face of K2 in the remote Chinese Karakoram

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View of the North side of K2 on the Silk Route to K2 trek (www2), 83 kb

View of the North side of K2 on the Silk Route to K2 trek Photo: © David Hamilton

Introduction

This trek visits the north side of the mighty Karakoram Range in Chinese Central Asia, an area made famous by the travels of British explorers Sir Francis Younghusband and Eric Shipton. The journey to the mountains is a major adventure in its own right, visiting fabled cities of the ancient silk route and crossing high mountain passes. Camels carry the expedition baggage on the dramatic trek to base camp and help team members to cross the many fast flowing rivers that are characteristic of the area... read more

Experience Required

The Silk Route to K2 is a straightforward trek, but one which requires a good level of fitness and stamina to cope with several long days... read more

Our Introductory Long Weekend in Scotland would provide some good preparation for the Silk Route to K2.

Team Composition

The Jagged Globe trek leader will be assisted by a Chinese translator and local Kyrgyz/Uyghur camel drivers.... read more about leaders
There are 12 places available on the expedition.

Leader Nev Taylor (Aug '10).

Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Fly from London Heathrow Airport to Bishkek, the capital city of Kyrgyzstan...read more

Pre-Trip Meeting

Prior to all our treks and expeditions, we host a Pre-Trip Weekend in North Wales... read more

Equipment

To join the Silk Route to K2 trek you need the following specialist equipment... read more
We have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service

Insurance

Special travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the trek or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
  • +44 (0) 845 345 8848
Alternatively, you can contact us by email

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Dates

Click to book a place online
Sat 28 Aug - Mon 27 Sep '10
Pre-Trip Weekend:
Discuss equipment, fitness, health and acclimatisation in Snowdonia

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost
price without taxes
£3,995
£3,870
Bishkek£3,300
Single Trip Insurance£96

Courses

To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]

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