Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu

   • On arrival at Kathmandu airport, a representative will greet you and escort you to your hotel.

   •  A short briefing will be provided about the next day program. 

2. Day 2: Explore Kathmandu

   • The Kathmandu valley has a lot to offer; it has got its own charming beauty with a lot of historical background. 

   • Meet your cultural guide who will take you to the must see places in Kathmandu. 

   • Spend the day visiting Swayambhunath (Buddhist temple), Kathmandu Durbar square (old Royal Palace) and the old local market full of spices, vegetables, traditional clothing, herbs etc.  

3. Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

   • Early in the morning, head to the airport for a short flight of 45 minutes to Lukla with incredible mountain views. 

   • After meeting the crew in Lukla, you head up the Dudh Koshi River Valley; a gentle walk through the woods.

   • Trekking Time: approx. 4 hours

   • Heights: Kathmandu (1350m), Lukla (2840m), Phakding (2600m)

4. Day 4: Phakding Trek to Namche Bazaar

   • Today you continue north following the Dudh Koshi river to the prosperous Sherpa village of Khumbu. You enter Sagarmatha National Park via Jorsale and cross the suspension bridge for a steep climb to Namche Bazaar.  

   • You could walk around the local shops and cafes or even enjoy local nightlife and pool house. Be careful not to over exhaust yourself as it’s the first day at this altitude.  The body needs to be rested and get acclimatized.

   • Trekking Time: approx. 6 hours

   • Heights: Namche Bazaar (3440m)

5. Day 5: Rest day

   Today is an acclimatization day. Visit the museum and explore the village. If you are in good shape you can also visit Khunde hospital and walk up to the Everest View Hotel above Namche for the great view of Ama Dablam, Everest, Nuptse etc.

6. Day 6: Namche Trek to Tyangboche

   • It's a beautiful walking day today; the river is far below and the view of Khumbu peaks including Mt Everest rises in front. You drop down to the river again and follow a steep climb through the forest to the legendary monastery of Tyangboche.

   • Trekking Time: approx. 6 hours

   • Heights: Tyangboche (3860m)

7. Day 7: Tyangboche to Dingboche

   • You head up the trail to Dingboche after breakfast and descend through the stunning forest to Deboche. After crossing the river you have a short climb to Pangboche. 

   • The river looks stunning from this side and it also provides an impressive distraction from the trail as you continue up to Dingboche.

   • Trekking Time: approx. 6 hours

   • Heights: Dingboche (4300m)

8. Day 8: Rest day

   • Another day to let your bodies rest and acclimatize. If you are felling good you could go for a hike to nearby hills or to the Chukhung Valley, through which the Imja Khola flows. 

9. Day 9: Dingboche - Lobuche

   • You head up a wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache and turn right and climb steeply toward the Khumbu Glacier, passing many stone cairns. Have a gentle climb along the glacier to reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche.

   • Trekking Time: approx. 6 hours

   • Heights: Lobuche (4930m).

10. Day 10: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep and back to Gorakhsep

    • It is going to be a hard day. You walk around 3 hours along the Khumbu glacier to Gorakshep for lunch.

    • Head towards the Everest Base Camp. The round trip requires 5-6 hrs., following the glacier, moraine and sometimes on the glacier itself. Enjoy the crowning moment at Base camp and return back to Gorakshep for the night.

    • Trekking Time: approx. 9 hours

    • Heights: GorakShep (5170m), Everest Base Camp (5350m)

11. Day 11: GorakShep - Kalapattar - Pheriche

    • An early wake up call today to start the climb up the Kalapattar for one of the finest views in the Everest region. Enjoy the sunrise over the mountain and the amazing view of Mt. Everest and its surrounding mountains before returning to Gorakshep for breakfast.

    • After breakfast you walk downhill most of the way, as we retrace our steps to Duglha and then descend into Pheriche.

    • Trekking Time: 8 hours

    • Heights: Kala Pattar (5550m), Pheriche (4240m)

12. Day 12: Pheriche - Phortse

    • You rejoin the Imja Khola and continue along the river to Pangboche and make a gradual walk to Phortse.

    • Trekking Time: approx. 5 hours

    • Heights: Phortse (3860m)

13. Day 13: Phortse - Namche Bazaar

    • You descend down the river at Phortse and ascend steeply to Mong-La.

    • After a gentle down from here, you take the main trail and follow it all the way to Namche.

    • Trekking Time: approx. 5 hours

    • Heights: Namche bazaar (3440m)

14. Day 14: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

    • Its the last day of your trip. You descend down, passing the villages of Jorsale, Phakding,  Choplung  and arrive at Lukla to catch your flight back to Kathmandu the following day.

    • Trekking Time: approx. 7 hours

    • Heights: Lukla (2840m)

15. Day 15: Lukla - Kathmandu

    • Early wake up call to catch the flight to Kathmandu and say good-bye to the amazing Himalaya. 

    • After arrival, you are transferred to your hotel.

16. Day 16: Trip to Ancient town of Bhaktapur and shopping

    • Visit the ancient city of Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World heritage Site, known for its rich culture, temples, and wood, metal and stone artworks.

17. Day 17: Departure

    • Relax or do more shopping until its time for you to catch your flight to your next destination.