Nepal · Trekking

10-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu via Lukla

10 Days Round trip from Ring Rd Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire picturesque views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Tabuchi, and Mt. Thamserku
  • 02 Stand beneath Mount Everest, the world's highest peak
  • 03 Spot several yaks grazing over the pasture slopes of the cliffs
  • 04 Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Khumbu Glacier

Sign up for this adventurous 10-day Everest Base Camp trek via the popular Lukla route and follow the Dudh Koshi River through the heart of the Khumbu region. Hike scenic mountain trails with views of the snow-clad Karyolung and Nupla peaks, pass mani stones, prayer flags, forests, and high-altitude villages, and continue to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp. Along the way, admire striking Himalayan panoramas, including Mount Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Khumbutse, and Mt. Lingtren, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Khumbu Glacier from Kala Patthar.

On the sixth day, you will finally reach the base camp, a moment that will make you feel proud and excited to be so close to the top of the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Pangboche, Gorakshep, Pheriche
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Take an early morning flight from the domestic terminal of the international airport in Kathmandu to Lukla. On the way, enjoy views of the breathtaking mountains.
  • After landing in Lukla, take some rest and then head towards Phakding, following the Dudh Koshi River. Cross suspension bridges and see mani stones, prayer flags, and more along the way. On the first day of the trek, you will begin to see beautiful mountains such as Karyolung and Nupla. You will also stop several times for short tea breaks or a lunch break.

Spend the night in Phakding.

2
Day 02

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

  • On the second day, after breakfast, head towards Namche Bazaar with your Nepal trekking guide. The trail involves steep climbs and high steps through wild forests, crossing swaying bridges along the way.
  • After a long day of hiking, you will reach Namche Bazaar, where you can view the golden mountains during sunset.

Spend the night in Namche Bazaar.

3
Day 03

Scenic Mountain Trail to Tengboche

  • On the third day of the trek, begin your journey with an early breakfast and continue along narrow trails with outstanding views of Mount Amadablam, Mount Tabuchi, Mount Thamserku, and more.
  • After a few hours of walking, the trail will take you to the hilltop village of Tengboche.
4
Day 04

Through Pangboche to Dingboche

  • Begin trekking with gradual steep climbs through the rhododendron forests on the fourth day.
  • After passing countless mani stones, you will reach Pangboche.
  • The trail then ascends to Dingboche, where you will spend the night. On the way to Dingboche, you will see many yaks grazing over the pasture slopes of the cliffs. The fantastic views of Mountain Lhotse, Amadablam, and Taboche will be beyond your expectations.
5
Day 05

Climb via Thukla to Lobuche

  • On the fifth day of the trek, the trail leads through a gentle uphill climb, and after crossing the suspension bridge to Thukla, a steep hike takes you to the Lobuche Pass. You will see various colourful flags, Khagan Chorten, and a cemetery ground with hundreds of memorials to people who died on the mountain. Lobuche also offers some breathtaking mountain views.

Overnight stay at Lobuche.

6
Day 06

Reach Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep

  • On the sixth day, you will finally reach the base camp, a moment that will make you feel proud and excited to be so close to the top of the world. The trail is a mix of gentle ups and downs. After breakfast, first head towards Gorakshep along wide trails with views of the Khumbu Glacier and surrounding mountains.
  • After reaching Gorakshep, take some rest and then continue towards Everest Base Camp. From there, you can view Mount Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Khumbutse, and Mt. Lingtren.
  • After enjoying beautiful moments at Everest Base Camp, return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
7
Day 07

Sunrise Hike to Kala Patthar and Descend to Pheriche

  • Early in the morning on the seventh day, hike to Kala Patthar.
  • After reaching the top, enjoy panoramic mountain views along with the Khumbu Glacier.
  • Once you are done admiring the mountains, trek back to Gorak Shep and then descend to Pheriche.

Spend the night in Pheriche.

8
Day 08

Return Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • On the eighth day, trek back to Namche Bazaar. You will stop at different places for short tea breaks and a lunch break.
  • Continue passing mani stones and stupas before reaching Namche Bazaar, where you will stay for the night.
9
Day 09

Descend from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

  • Trek back down to Lukla.

Overnight stay at Lukla.

10
Day 10

Fly Back to Kathmandu

  • On the last day of the trip, take a beautiful flight back to Kathmandu.

  • After reaching Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your respective hotel, and the tour will officially end.

Lukla airstrip, Dudh Koshi River valley, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar viewpoint

Where this trip takes you

Lukla airstrip, Dudh Koshi River valley, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar viewpoint

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ring Rd 12 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Domestic flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and from Lukla to Kathmandu

  • Pickup and drop-off from the domestic airport to the hotel and vice versa

  • Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with 3 cups of tea or coffee) during the trek

  • Accommodation in tea houses throughout the trek

  • Trekking permits and TIMS cards

  • A highly experienced, helpful, English-speaking Nepal trekking guide with a government licence

  • Salary, food, accommodation, transport, and insurance for the Nepali guide and porter

  • Equipment such as sleeping bags, down jackets, maps, trekking poles, and more

  • One porter for every two guests

  • Medical support kit box

  • Assistant guide for groups above 10 persons

  • All government taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

  • International airfare

  • International airport pickup and drop-off

  • Personal expenses

  • Nepal visa fees

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu

  • Travel and evacuation insurance

  • Expenses for beverages, drinking water, desserts, and other services not mentioned by the company

  • The cost of extra nights at any destination if you choose to extend your stay

  • Tips for the guide, porter, or local people during the trip

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), International Terminal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.

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