4-Day Everest Region Trek with Candlelight Dinner and Helicopter Return

4 Days Round trip from Phakding 56000 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Dine in Tengboche with breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse
02 Experience the spiritual ambiance of the 350-year-old Tengboche Monastery area
03 Enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner in a cozy Himalayan lodge
04 Trek through Sherpa villages, mani walls, and prayer-flag-draped suspension bridges
05 Return to Kathmandu by private helicopter through the Himalayan valleys

This 4-day trek in the Everest region combines scenic Himalayan walking with a romantic candlelight dinner in Tengboche. Travel from Kathmandu to Lukla, trek through Phakding and Namche Bazar, and follow panoramic mountain trails to the monastery village of Tengboche at 3,867 m. The experience is defined by breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse, along with the spiritual atmosphere of the Khumbu's famous Tengboche Monastery. Your journey ends with a private helicopter flight back to Kathmandu.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding

Languages English, German, Hindi, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Lukla and Trek Through Sherpa Villages to Phakding

Early transfer to the Tribhuvan International Airport domestic terminal for your flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla. Begin a gentle walk towards the Dudh Koshi River. The trail passes through Gurung villages, mani walls, and suspension bridges adorned with prayer flags. Phakding is a small village with a few lodges and is also known for being a popular overnight stop on the way.

Day 02

Scenic Dudh Koshi Trek to Namche Bazar

The scenic trek starts along the Dudh Koshi, crossing impressive high bridges, including the Hillary Bridge. Ascend gradually through the pine forests to reach Namche Bazar. Namche is a vibrant Sherpa capital with cafes, shops, lodges, and stunning views. It serves as the gateway to the high Himalayas. Listen to your body, master your breath, and fuel yourself wisely. Keep hydrated and rest well.

Day 03

Panoramic Trek to Tengboche and Candlelight Dinner

Embark on a trek along a panoramic trail with breathtaking views of Thamserku, Kangtang, and Ama Dablam. Descend to the river and then ascend through rhododendron and pine forest to reach Tengboche. Arrive in Tengboche and check into the Himalayan Hotel. Settle into your room as the sun sets behind the peaks. Your romantic candlelight dinner is served in the intimate dining room, and the window frames the inky silhouette of Ama Dablam.

Day 04

Private Helicopter Return to Kathmandu

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with a final mountain vista from Tengboche. Take a short walk to the designated helipad. Board your private helicopter for an epic, once-in-a-lifetime flight. Cruise through the valleys back towards Kathmandu. Land in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax.

The route