10-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu via Lukla and Kala Patthar

• Today begins with an exciting morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. If possible, take a seat on the left side for views of snowy mountain peaks along the way. After landing at the small airstrip in Lukla, which takes around an hour, meet the mountain crew already waiting for you and begin the trek.
• Proceed to Phakding via the Sherpa settlements of Cheplung, Thado Koshi, and Ghat. Along the way, get an incredible glimpse of Khumbila Peak and the eastern side of Thamserku Peak.

(Service included meals: Transport to airport, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• After breakfast, gradually continue through the villages of Benkar, Chumoa, and Monjo, passing through a pine forest along the Dudhkoshi River valley.
• Stay another night for acclimatization before heading towards a higher altitude.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• Today's trek gradually passes around the National Park headquarters above the ridges overlooking the Dudhkoshi Valley, passing Kyanjuma and then descending gradually to the riverside spot of Phunki.
• Then climb to the monastery land of Tengboche, blessed with panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Amadablam, the Nuptse-Lhotse ranges, Thamserku, and the snowy Himalayan peaks.
• At around 3 o'clock, visit the monastery for a Buddhist religious ceremony.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea or coffee)

• Today, descend slowly through rhododendrons from the monastery, conifer trees, and lush birch forests, with fantastic views of Amadablam, Lhotse, and Everest towards the Imja Valley. After crossing the Imja Khola, ascend to Pangboche village for a close Himalayan vista.
• After Pangboche, climb to Somare and continue to the Dingboche valley, where the route crosses from the Lobuje River to the Imja River valley. This is the last Sherpa settlement, a picturesque village with potato fields, buckwheat fields, barley fields, grazing animals, and dotted farmland.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea or coffee)

• Wake up early in the morning and follow the trail from Dingboche to Thukla, ascending gradually after the ridge. A steep climb to the top of the ridge is filled with mountain prayer flags.
• Now walk as slowly as possible, rest well, and make sure you drink enough water - another hour from the top of the ridge brings you to the campsite at Lobuje, where you will stay overnight.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• Have a light breakfast and continue towards Everest Base Camp. The trail is not steep or hard, but it is a long day due to walking up and down on a glacier rock path.
• After a few minutes of rest, enjoy the views with some Snickers bars and cookies, and take some beautiful shots with your camera.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• Wake up early in the morning to climb to your final destination, Kala Patthar, and continue the ascent after a hot cup of tea or coffee. It takes around two to three hours to reach the top, and the Kala Patthar viewpoint is one of the best places to admire the tallest mountain, Everest.
• After enjoying the viewpoint, get ready to descend as soon as possible to Pheriche.

(Service included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• Today, cross the bank of the Dudhkoshi River and continue to Namche Bazaar to celebrate a successful trip. Your legs and knees could be sore today after the long descent.

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• In the morning, continue on the final downhill stretch to Lukla, crossing several suspension bridges and monasteries along the way.

Overnight at Lukla.

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• After breakfast, go to the airport early in the morning for your flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel, rest, and have lunch.

(Service included meals: Breakfast)