7-Day Namche Bazaar Trek in Nepal with Everest View Hotel Hike

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, where a representative from Epic Trek Nepal will welcome you and escort you to your designated hotel.
• Check in and relax at a 3-star hotel.

• Depart early for the domestic terminal at Kathmandu Airport to catch the first flight to Lukla.
• Enjoy a thrilling flight with stunning views of green hills, deep valleys, and the snow-capped Himalayas before landing at Lukla Airport.
• Have a welcome cup of tea or coffee at a nearby teahouse in Lukla, which also aids initial acclimatization.
• Begin the trek through scenic villages, farmland, rivers, and varied vegetation on a relatively easy trail.
• Descend gently towards Chauri Kharka, crossing a small stream fed by melting snow.
• Pass large Buddhist mani walls and the small Sherpa village of Thado Kosi.
• Gradually climb to Ghat and continue through peaceful forest trails to reach Phakding.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Transportation: Air Flight

Accommodation: Standard Hotel

• Leave Phakding and follow the Dudh Koshi River through pine and rhododendron forests rich with diverse flora and fauna.
• Pass several small settlements before reaching Monjo, a traditional Sherpa village.
• Arrive at the official entry gate of Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting the natural biodiversity and Himalayan landscape of the Everest region, where permits are checked.
• Cross high suspension bridges and walk through Jorsalle, the last village before the steep climb, gradually gaining altitude.
• Enjoy the first clear views of Mt. Everest, Thamserku, and Kusum Kangaru along the trail.
• Arrive at Namche Bazaar, the bustling heart of the Khumbu region and trading hub of the Everest trail.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Lodge

• Explore Namche Bazaar, perched at 3,440 meters, one of the most iconic and vibrant towns in the Khumbu region and a central trading hub for the Sherpa community.
• Observe the blend of culture, commerce, and history, with modern amenities including restaurants, bakeries, pubs, lodges, banks, ATMs, hospitals, and snooker houses.
• Take an acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880 m), one of the highest-altitude luxury hotels in the world, enjoying panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Thamserku, and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
• Note that Everest View Hotel is located in Syangboche, which also hosts a small high-altitude airstrip occasionally used for helicopters and emergency landings.
• Optionally extend the hike to the green-roofed village of Khumjung to experience traditional Himalayan life and visit Khumjung Monastery, home to a rare artifact believed to be the Yeti's scalp.
• Return to Namche Bazaar for a relaxing evening surrounded by Himalayan charm and comfort.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Lodge

• Begin a relatively easy and relaxing descent back to Lukla by retracing the scenic trail from the ascent, taking care on rocky sections.
• Descend through the dense forests of Sagarmatha National Park, filled with rhododendron and pine trees.
• Cross suspension bridges above the Dudh Koshi River and pass picturesque mountain villages.
• Stop for lunch at Phakding, marking the mid-point of the return journey.
• Continue through small Sherpa settlements, enjoying the final views of the Himalayan foothills and local culture.
• Arrive in Lukla by late afternoon and take time to relax and reflect on the trek.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Standard Lodge

• After an early breakfast at the lodge, head to Lukla Airport for a scenic 30-minute flight back to Kathmandu.
• Enjoy final aerial views of snow-capped peaks, deep valleys, and winding trails, offering an unforgettable farewell to the Everest region.
• Upon arrival at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, a representative from Epic Trek Nepal will welcome you and escort you to your designated hotel.
• Spend the rest of the day relaxing, shopping, or exploring the vibrant streets of Kathmandu.
• Enjoy a cultural local meal as a farewell dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transportation: Air Flight

Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel

• A representative from Epic Trek Nepal will escort you to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for your flight back home.
• Conclude your Namche Bazaar Trek with memories of Himalayan culture, adventure, and natural beauty.
• Depart Nepal inspired, rejuvenated, and full of stories to share.