Plan Harmony

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Kharikhola (2,257 m/ 7,404 ft) by 4WD – 12 to 13 hrs

Stop At: Kharikhola, 56000, Nepal
We will pick you up early in the morning and start the drive to Kharikhola in a 4WD. It will take us 12/13 hours depending upon the traffic and the road condition. The road until Salleri is paved in concrete. This section of the drive lasts for about 8 to 9 hours. From Salleri to Kharikhola, the 4WD goes through dirt road. The ride is bumpy. It lasts for about 3 to 4 hours. This particular section from Salleri to Jubing gets affected by the monsoon, so vehicles can use this part only in dry seasons. On our long drive through the Himalayan foothills, we will be greeted with splendid views.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 2: Trek from Kharikhola to Paiyun (2,760 m/9,053 ft) – 5 to 6 hrs

Stop At: Kharikhola, 56000, Nepal
From Kharikhola, it is around a seven-hour walk to Paiyun. We will go down to the Dudh Koshi River. The trail is mostly ups and downs. We will see mountain peaks such as Numbur, Pikey, etc along the way.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 3: Trek from Paiyun to Phakding (2,610 m/8,561 ft)– 6 to 7 hrs

Stop At: Phakding, Phakding, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We will descend down to Surkhe village, which is an hour or so behind Lukla. From Surkhe, we will take a winding trail and arrive at Choplung. This is a point where the path from Lukla meets the main Everest Base Camp trail. After a few hours of gradual walking, we will reach our destination village of Phakding.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m/11,286 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today, we walk the trails along the Dudh Koshi river towards the Sherpa Capital Namche Bazaar. It is the administrative hub of the Everest Region. You will also cross the infamous Hillary bridge along the trails uphill to Namche.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse.

Day 5: Acclimatization at Namche (3,441 m/ 11,289 ft). Hike to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m /12,730 ft)

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Acclimatization hike to Hotel Everest View takes about 3 to 4 hours and is very essential to get accustomed to the high altitude trekking days ahead.
Duration: 4 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860 m/12,664 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

Stop At: Tengboche, Tengboche, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
The trails right out of Namche are easy up to Phungi Thanga where we stop for lunch. Then an uphill trek takes you to Tengboche. You can spend time here exploring the famous Tengboche Monastry.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,350 m/14,272 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

Stop At: Dingboche, Dingboche, Eastern Region
Today, we trek down to Deboche through a beautiful Rhododendron forest. From there, we trek through beautiful trails to Dingboche.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 8: Acclimatization Day. Hike to Nangkartsang Peak (5,083 m/16,676 ft) – 4 to 5 hours

Stop At: Dingboche, Dingboche, Eastern Region
Today we have another day of acclimatization on the trek. We hike to Nangkartshang peak from where you see an amazing 360 degree view of the mountains.
Duration: 5 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910 m /16,109 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

Stop At: Lobuche, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
We start our trek leaving behind Dingboche towards Thukla. Crossing the Thukla Pass, you will come across the memorial site in honor of many fallen Everest climbers. Then, we continue our trek to Lobuche.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,365 m/17,602 ft) and then back to Gorak Shep (5,180 m/16,995 ft) – 8 to 9 hours

Stop At: Everest Base Camp, Nepal, Khumbu 44600, Nepal
The trails out of Lobuche are mesmerizing as we walk below the Himalayan giants. We reach Gorakshep for lunch and continue our trek to make it to Everest Base Camp. We trek back to Gorakshep for the day.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 11: Early morning Hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m/18,225 ft) and descend to Pheriche (4,200 m/13,780 ft) – 7 to 8 hours

Stop At: Kala Patthar, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Early morning, we hike to Kalapatthar to witness the splendid view of sunrise over Mount Everest. After breakfast, we start our trek back and end the trek for the day back at Pheriche.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m/ 11,289 ft) – 6 to 7 hours

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We descend down to the town of Namche from Pheriche crossing Pangboche, Deboche, and Tengboche.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 13: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,804 m/9,199 ft) – 6 to 7 hours

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
At first, we walk down the last part which we climbed so hard on the day when we reached Namche Bazaar on the way up. Then it is an easy walk to Phakding where we will have our lunch. From this point, the trail slowly climbs towards Lukla where we rest for the day.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 14: Trek from Lukla to Kharikhola (2,257 m/ 7,404 ft)) – 6 to 7 hrs

Stop At: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Most treks in the Everest region ends here with a flight back from Lukla. However, in this drive-trek, we will make our way back to Kharikhola which is roughly 6 to 7 hours of downhill trek.
Duration: 12 hours

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Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) by 4WD

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
The trek ends and we drive back to Kathmandu the same route through Salleri. Once you are back in Kathmandu, we drop you off at your hotel where can take a much needed rest.

In the evening, we host a farewell dinner in a fine restaurant.
Duration: 12 hours

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• Dinner: Farewell dinner at a fine restaurant.
No accommodation included on this day.

• Experienced, first-aid trained trekking guide and porter (1 for every two clients)
• Twin-sharing guesthouse accommodation with attached toilets in Lukla, Phakding & Namche
• Drive from Ktm to Kharikhola and back in a 4WD including pick-up and drop-off at the hotel.
• Everest National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking
• Down jacket and sleeping bag from Ace the Himalaya (you will need return after the trek.)
• Filtered water in the trails using Katadyn Pocket Water Filter
• 1 Ace the Himalaya’s duffel/kit bag, trekking map, sun hat, and trip completion certificate
• All government taxes, VAT, tourist service charges, official expenses
• A farewell dinner during the last day of the trek
• 15x Breakfast
• 15x Dinner
• 15x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 14 nights

• Travel insurance which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
• Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
• Personal trekking equipment
• Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected)
• Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Includes section

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• The price is for 1 person based on two people booking. It is also valid for a single person booking. However, if we don't have an existing group for your chosen departure date or anyone to share the accommodation with you, a single surcharge of USD 200 is applicable which you need to pay upon your arrival in Nepal. At the time of booking, we will inform you if we have a group or not for your date. The single surcharge is also applicable if you don't want to join any group and want a solo departure.
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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