Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in TIA, Kathmandu 1,350m (4,429 ft) and transfer to Hotel.
Stop At: Thamel, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
We will pick you from the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and escort you to a room of a 3-star hotel which is Pre-booked for you. We will organize a dinner program in a Nepali restaurant with all sorts of cuisines so as to welcome you to this Himalayan kingdom.
Duration: 1 day
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• Dinner: Welcome dinner in a Nepali restaurant.
Accommodation included: 3 Stars standard of Hotel in Thamel.
Day 2: Kathmandu to Lukla flight, and trek from Lukla to Phakding 2,610 meters (8,563 ft), 2.5hrs.
Pass By: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Enjoying the aerial views of snow-covered peaks and lush hills in Eastern Nepal, we will fly from Kathmandu to arrive at Lukla. Tenzing-Hillary airports (2860 meters) happens to be one of the most thrilling and adventurous airways in the world. After this 35-minute flight, we will take a short break in Lukla where you are most likely to meet the guides and porters. We will then head towards Phakding.
In our journey to Phakding, we will cross several Sherpa villages like Chaurikharka, Chhoplung, Thade Koshi, and Ghat. These Sherpa villages are pristine and the people residing here follow unique Buddhist culture. Our trail will take us across lodges, shops, mani walls, fluttering flags, prayer stones, monasteries (gompas) and so much more as we trek along the side of Dudh Koshi valley before ascending to Ghat. We will trek for an additional hour from Ghat to reach the accommodations at Phakding.
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 3: Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3,440m (11,286 ft), 5 hours.
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We will head towards Namche Bazar from Phakding after having breakfast. We will continue trekking along the banks of Dudh Koshi river. Upon our entrance in Sagarmatha National Park, we will stop for a while to present and register our permits. On the way, you will be dazzled by the plethora of scenery like Mani walls, forests, prayer stones, waterfalls, mountains etc. We will continue trekking for another 2 hours which will convey us to Namche Bazar. Namche Bazar is the cultural as well as tourist hub and acts as an entryway to the Khumbu region. Namche Bazar (3440 meters) is quite developed with the presence of deluxe hotels, Banks, Shops, trekking equipment and Climbing gears, Bakery, and Café, Bar/Restaurant, and governmental administrative offices for Sagarmatha Pollution Control Community (SPCC), Internet services etc. The lodges are also quite advanced with ample amenities.
Elevation: 3,440 meters (11,286 ft).
Duration: 18 hours
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Day 4: Hike to Everest view Hotel 3,870m (12,697 ft), for panorama view.
Stop At: Everest View Point, Kyangjuma, Sagarmatha National Park Nepal
Today is the acclimatization or rest day so that our body adjusts to the increasing altitude and decreasing temperature. For this, we will explore the beautiful Sherpa city and its periphery. We will hike to Everest View Hotel situated at 3870 meters for the exquisite views of Khumbu valley.
Everest View Hotel is one of the major attractions of this tour from which you will get to relish picturesque scenery of Mount Everest, Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Thamserku, Mount Lhotse, Mount Taboche and many other adjoining peaks of the region. We will also have several other alternatives like trekking to Khumjung village, visiting a mountain museum in Namche, hiking to Thame Valley, exploring the local shops of Namche Bazar etc.
Maximum elevation: 3,870m (12,697 ft).
Duration: 4 hours
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Day 5: Trek Namche to Tengboche Monastery 3,860m (12,664 ft), 5 hours.
Stop At: Tyangboche, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
After some proper acclimatization, we will trek away from Namche Bazar via sequences of some small villages and suspension bridge so as to reach Tengboche. Today is also quite an easy day for trekking since the trail leads up moderately from Namche Bazar with astounding views of Mount Everest, Mount Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam etc. You will also get a photographic view of Mount Thamserku. After a lunch break in Pungithenga, the forested trail is quite steep. So, we will ascend uphill for 2 hours along a mixed woodland of rhododendron and silver pine. The forest looks furthermore magnificent in Spring season due to blooming rhododendron flower.
Tengboche is popular for the presence of Tengboche monastery situated at an altitude of 3860 meters. Look forward to the sight of Tengboche monastery with the views of Mount Everest, Mount Nuptse and Ama Dablam in the background.
Maximum Elevation: 3,860 meters (12,664 ft).
Duration: 19 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche through Pangboche Monastery 4,410m (14,468 ft), 5hrs.
Stop At: Pangboche, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Relishing the views of Mount Everest (8848 meters), Mount Lhotse (8414 meters), Ama Dablam (6856 meters), we will trek along a forested trail amidst lush rhododendron, silver pine and birch mixed forest. The trail opens to Imja Tse stream which we will cross via a suspension bridge. Along our journey, we will come by Pangboche village with Sherpa residence. Pangboche monastery is the major attraction besides some enigmatic caves and revered monasteries. We will trek for about 4 to 5 hours today with dominating views of Mount Ama Dablam to arrive at Dingboche where we will stay overnight.
Maximum Elevation: 4,410 meters (14,468 ft).
Duration: 19 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 7: Hike to Nangkartshang viewpoint 5,083m (16,676 ft), 3 hours.
Stop At: Dingboche, Dingboche, Eastern Region
Today we will explore popular attractions near Dingboche for acclimatization and surplus views. Nangkartshang hill is an appropriate viewpoint for this. We will walk challenging moraines carefully and arrive at Nangkartshang hill (5083 meters). This hill offers incomparable views of Mount Makalu and Island peak. In addition to this, beauties, you will also get substantial views of Chukung valley, Imja-Tse glacier, the trail of Amphu Lapcha and Zongla valley, Cho La Pass etc. Return back to Dingboche lodge and stay there overnight.
Maximum Elevation: 5,083 meters (16,676 ft).
Duration: 20 hours
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Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung 4,730m (15,518 ft), 3 hours.
Stop At: Chukkung Ri, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
After breakfast in Dingboche, we will set towards Chhukung from Dingboche. The track travels along the Imja river valley providing a spectacular landscape of the surrounding Himalayas. We will pass through juniper trees and yak pastures as our trekking route ascends to stones and gravels. It will take us about 3 hours to arrive at the lodge in Chhukung. We can use the spare time by going on short hikes near Chhukung like Imja-Tse lake, Chhukung Ri etc. Chhukung Ri is particularly known for the best views of Island peak. Overnight stay in Chhukung.
Maximum elevation: 4,730 meters (15,518 ft).
Duration: 21 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche 4,910m (16,109 ft), over Khongma La 5,535m (18,159 ft), 9hrs.
Stop At: Lobuche, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
We will start the day quite early and ascend towards Khongma La pass situated at 5535 meters. Khongma La Pass is the highest among three passes encompassed by this tour. The trail to Khongma La Pass is quite steep and challenging with ni teahouses or lodges amidst the route so we will have to carry plenty of water and lunch with us from Lobuche. We will trek for about 5 hours to reach the hill and also pass through some yak pastures. The background view throughout the trip is simply breath-taking. Even if the trek here is taxing, the 360-degree view from Khongma La pass is utterly worth it. After enjoying the mountain views, we will trek in a steep downhill and also cross Khumbu glacier, finally making our way to Lobuche.
Maximum elevation: 5,535m (18,159 ft).
Duration: 15 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 10: Trek Lobuche to Gorapse 5,171m (16,965 ft), 6 hours.
Stop At: Gorakshep, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Trek Lobuche to Gorapse 5,171m (16,965 ft), 6 hours.
Duration: 18 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 11: Hike to EBC 5,400m (17,716 ft), trek to Dzonglha 4,830m (15,850 ft), 8-10 hrs.
Stop At: Everest Base Camp Trekking Route, Everest Base Camp Trekking Rte, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
We will hike to Everest Base Camp for the magnetic 360-degree view of Everest region. Besides this, being in EBC also brings us a step closer to the almighty Mount Everest. Other than Everest, you will also see other mountains like Nuptse (8848 meters), Pumori (7165 meters), Khubutse (6665 meters) etc. There is a good chance of meeting other trekkers or expeditioners in Everest Base Camp. After clicking photographs and taking in the splendour of Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, we will march down to Gorapse lodge for hot lunch. After a brief rest following lunch, we will trek towards Dzong la.
Maximum elevation: 4,830 meters (15,850 ft).
Duration: 15 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 12: Cho La 5,375m (17,634 ft),Thangnak 4,700m (15,419 ft), Gokyo 4,800m(15,580 ft),10hrs.
Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Get ready for the toughest and most exhilarating day of the trip!
Our trekking route rises to a perpetual icy glacier field through a devoid field and then sabs rock underneath the gigantic rocky hills. The rockfalls and avalanches in the snowfall seasons can increase the difficulty. To avoid risk factors, trekkers should have to cross the pass early in the morning. After 3 hours of challenging trekking, we will reach the zenith of Cho La. As we trek higher, the view back gets even more captivating; the Cho La Lake begins to appear and the Ama Dablam in its pyramidal incarnation presides over a range of mountains on the south as Cholatse sores on the west.
The views from Cho La pass comprises mountains, cairns, prayer flags and so much more. After savouring the magnificent views from Cho La, we will trek down to Gokyo via Thang Nok.
Maximum elevation: Gokyo 4,800m (15,580 ft).
Trekking hours: 9-10 hours, 710m ascent, 590m descent.
Duration: 14 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 13: Hike to Gokyo Ri 5,357m (17,575 ft), for the panoramic Everest and Lakes views.
Stop At: Gokyo Ri, Nepal
We will hike to Gokyo Ri with a goal to witness either sunrise or sunset views from Gokyo Ri. The evening rays of the sun hitting the world's highest peak in an amazing red glow is a sight worth remembering. From Gokyo Ri (5357 meters), the views of 4 mountains 8,000 meters (26,246 ft), such as Mt. Cho Oyu 8,201 meters (26,906 ft), Mt. Everest 8,848 meters (29,029 ft), Mt. Lhotse 8,516 meters (27,939 ft), and Mt. Makalu 8,463 meters (27,765 ft), and many other sprawling mountains can be seen. Gokyo Ri is the best viewpoint for beautiful Gokyo Lakes (Dudh Pokhari), and Ngozumpa glacier view). Gokyo lakes are the most exotic and beautiful lakes located in the alpine region of Nepal.
Trekking hours: 3 hours, 570m ascent, 570 descent.
Duration: 20 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 14: Gokyo - Renjo La 5,360m (17,585 ft), Lungden or Thame, 8-9 hrs.
Stop At: Renjo La, XM59+6GG, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
4 hours of trekking will lead you to Renjo La from Gokyo lodge. The picturesque views from this pass includes Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, Taboche etc. After conquering the thrilling Renjo La Pass, we will wind down along the trail that is a stone staircase. We continue trekking beside the south bank of Angladumba Tsho which is a small lake, We will trek further in ancient Nepal and Tibet’s trading route so as to reach Thame. We will reach Lungde, however, the accommodation and meal options are better in Thame so we will trek to Thame.
Maximum elevation: 5,360 meters (17,585 ft).
Duration: 15 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440m (11,280 ft), 2-3 hrs.
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We will trek for about 2.5 hours to arrive at Namche Bazar from Thame. On our way to Namche, we will visit Thame monastery on the route. As the mountain becomes distant, the green lush forest of rhododendron arrives again to feel our trek with greenery.
Maximum elevation: 3,440 meters (11,280 ft).
Duration: 21 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 16: Namche Bazaar - Lukla 2,860m (9,175 ft), 7-8 hrs.
Stop At: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We will trek back to where it all started; Lukla. This will take around 8 hours of trekking, We will be descending, for the most part, today while also trekking in gradual rise at times. We will pass the confluence of Dudh Koshi River and Bhote Koshi river. In Lukla, we will have a dinner party, celebrating the successful completion of our trip.
Elevation: 2,860 meters (9,383 ft).
Duration: 16 hours
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Day 17: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu 1,350m (4,429 ft), transfer to the hotel.
Stop At: Thamel, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
After an extraordinary journey, we will take a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. You will be escorted to the hotel room where you can relax and give your sore muscles some well-deserved rest.
Duration: 1 hour
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Day 18: Valley sightseeing.
Stop At: Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
We will sightsee across some UNESCO world heritage of Kathmandu valley like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Boudhanath in Kathmandu valley. In Pashupatinath, you will see many Hindu and Buddhist devotees. Pashupatinath, Swambhunath and Boudhanath are the shrines with religious significance and they also depict religious and cultural diversity of Nepal. Besides these religious landmarks, Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square are 2 royal palaces of Kathmandu with statues, monuments and historical significance.
Return back to the hotel and overnight stay.
Transportation: Tourist Bus.
Permits: Entry Permits of Patan, Bhaktapur, and Kathmandu.
Duration: 20 hours
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Accommodation included: Lodge
Day 19: Finally, departure.
Stop At: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
We will drop you to Tribhuvan International Airport and bid you goodbye as you head towards home.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: 3 Stars standard of Hotel in Thamel.
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