13-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Khumbu villages

• Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, meet your tour representative and proceed to your hotel for check-in.

• After breakfast, leave for a full-day sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu Valley.

• Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Swayambhunath, both very ancient sites and listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

• After returning to your hotel, you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner, and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the popular streets.

• Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla on an early morning mountain flight (40 minutes).

• Begin your trek from Lukla with an expert Nepali trekking guide, following a gentle climb along the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River.

• Take an easy walk for about two hours to Phakding village. If you are interested in additional activities, you can also take a side trip to a nearby monastery.

• Follow the trail north from Phakding into the Dudh Koshi valley, meandering through pine forests and crossing the river twice by small suspension bridges before reaching the village of Monjo, the entrance gate to Sagarmatha National Park.

• Begin with a slight climb to Jhorsalle, where the trail passes waterfalls and other cultural and natural points of interest.

• Continue on a steep climb to the beautiful village of Namche Bazaar (3440 m), where spectacular views and a comfortable overnight stay await you.

• Take the day to acclimatize your body to the high altitude of Namche.

• Enjoy a full day of rest.

• You can also take short hikes to nearby hills and enjoy splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawache, Kwangde, and more.

• Start climbing up to the famous airstrip at Syangboche.

• Continue trekking to Khumjung village, which is surrounded by Kondge, Thamserku, and the sacred Khumbila mountains.

• Visit the Edmund Hillary School and Khumjung Monastery.

Overnight stay in Khumjung.

• Descend to the Dudhkoshi River and pass through beautiful villages along the way.

• Walk on a forest trail that leads you to a riverbed.

• Ascend for around two more hours through pine and fir forests to reach the small village of Tengboche, home to the famous Tengboche Gumba.

• Tour the Gumba and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Tawache, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Everest.

Overnight in Tengboche.

• From Tengboche, a steep descent of about 500 m takes you through rhododendron bushes and fir trees to the Dudh Koshi River.

• Continue on the trail, passing Tashinga and Sansa villages before reaching Kyangjuma. Along the way, appreciate spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Everest.

Overnight in Kyangjuma.

• Reach Namche Bazaar first and then continue to Monjo. The trail clings to the steep wooded slope beyond Kyangjuma, winding through several bends.

• Keep an eye out for wildlife such as mountain goats, snow leopards, and colourful pheasants while passing through the forest trail.

• Continue on a steep descent that leads you to a bridge over the Dudh Koshi River.

• Cross the river twice at separate locations before reaching Monjo.

• Take the trail that descends steeply before climbing up to the airstrip in Chauri Kharka.

• Pass through Phakding and Chopling villages on the way. The climb from Chauri Kharka is the final ascent of the trek. As the local staff you met in Lukla will not be accompanying you to Kathmandu, today is the last day to celebrate your accomplishment together.

Overnight in Lukla.

• Take a flight back to Kathmandu (1 hour).

• Spend your last night in Nepal enjoying a Nepali cultural dinner show and exchanging greetings with friends and Nepalese people.

You can also buy some souvenirs.

• Enjoy a free day in the Kathmandu Valley. You are free to do some shopping and enjoy the local streets and the daily life of the people.

• Take a relaxing walk through the streets and observe the everyday lives of the locals. You can also buy some memories and gifts to take back home.

Your full day at leisure can also be accompanied by some entertainment and quiet time at the hotel.

• Proceed to the international airport to catch your flight back home.