Nepal · Trekking

18-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu via Gokyo

18 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Strenuous pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek to the base of the world's highest peak through the highlands of Nepal
  • 02 Pass through remote mountain villages and engage with locals along the trail
  • 03 Reach Everest Base Camp at 5,450 m and enjoy mighty Himalayan views
  • 04 Visit Kala Patthar early in the morning for the best Everest view
  • 05 Cross via Chola Pass to Gokyo and hike to Gokyo Peak at 5,450 m

Escape the busy city life and trek to the base of the world's highest peak on an adventurous journey through the highlands of Nepal. Traverse the Himalayas, pass through remote mountain villages, engage with locals along the trail, and reward yourself with the mighty view of Mount Everest. Admire and capture magnificent views from start to finish as you follow this classic route from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp and beyond to Gokyo.

Escape the busy city life and trek to the base of the world's highest peak on an adventurous journey through the highlands of Nepal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Strenuous
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Dole, Gokyo, Pheriche, Khumjung
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive at the international airport in Kathmandu and proceed to your hotel in Thamel.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

  • Proceed for sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley.

3
Day 03

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Fly to Lukla early in the morning (2,827 m, 35-minute flight).

  • Trek to Phakding (2-3 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

4
Day 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,443 m, 5-6 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

5
Day 05

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

  • Rest for a day in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.

6
Day 06

Trek to Tengboche

  • Trek to Tengboche (3,820 m, 5-6 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

7
Day 07

Trek to Pheriche

  • Trek to Pheriche (4,230 m, 4-5 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

8
Day 08

Acclimatization Day in Pheriche

  • Rest day in Pheriche for acclimatization.

9
Day 09

Trek to Lobuche

  • Trek to Lobuche (4,900 m, 4-5 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

10
Day 10

Explore Everest Base Camp

  • Visit Everest Base Camp (5,450 m, 3 hours walking) early in the morning.

  • Trek back to Gorakshep.

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

11
Day 11

Visit Kala Patthar and Trek to Znong la

  • Visit Kalapattar (5,545 m) early in the morning for the best Everest view.

  • Trek back to Znong la (5 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

12
Day 12

Trek to Gokyo via Chola Pass

  • Trek to Gokyo via Chola Pass (6 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

13
Day 13

Visit Gokyo Peak and Trek to Dole

  • Visit Gokyo Peak (5,450 m) early in the morning.

  • Trek back to Dole (5-6 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

14
Day 14

Trek to Khumjung

  • Trek back to Khumjung (4-5 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

15
Day 15

Trek to Phakding

  • Trek back to Phakding (4-5 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

16
Day 16

Trek to Lukla

  • Trek back to Lukla (3-4 hours walking).

  • Stay overnight at a lodge.

17
Day 17

Fly Back to Kathmandu

  • Fly back to Kathmandu (35-minute flight).

  • Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

18
Day 18

Departure

  • Depart for your home country.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 14 cities · 18 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport-hotel-airport transportation by car

  • 3 nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in an A/C twin-sharing room with television, a clean bathroom, and 24-hour hot showers

  • Full-day sightseeing with a professional tour guide

  • Hotel to airport transfer by taxi

  • Round-trip flight tickets: Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu

  • One English-speaking guide

  • Meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • Tea or coffee three times a day

  • Clean lodge accommodation en route

  • Airport tax

  • National park entrance permits and TIMS card permit

  • Guide's and porter's food, lodge, flight, insurance, equipment, salary, etc.

  • Transport to Tribhuvan International Airport

What's Not Included

  • Hard and soft table drinks such as coke, beer, mineral water, hot shower, boiled water, etc.

  • Personal insurance

  • Rescue operation charges

  • Tips, etc.

Know before you go

  • Trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp is one ambition on most keen hikers' lists, and everyone who has followed in Hillary's footsteps up the Khumbu Valley agrees that it is a fantastic experience. Our team is here to help you realize this great goal safely and pleasantly.

  • Preparation for the Everest Base Camp trek may seem somewhat daunting, but our team can make the process as simple as possible. We even advise you on how to train so your hike to Base Camp is not too tough.

  • Our goal is to ensure your hike to Everest Base Camp, or trek elsewhere in Nepal, is as well organized and as safe as possible, and that you also have a fantastic time. We operate all our treks and climbs so we can give you all the information you need before your Everest Base Camp trek to ensure you are fully informed about what will be happening and when.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 18 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $15.00 — $150.00
Double Sharing $15.00 — $75.00

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