Home to no less than eight of the world's 8000m peaks including,of course, Everest, this tiny Himalayan country packs a mighty punch. For first timers, it’s all about immersing yourself by walking in the Everest and Annapurna regions, following winding mountain trails draped with lines of ubiquitous prayer flags and encountering the welcoming, indomitable spirit of the sherpas and local people.