Itinerary

1. Day 1- Arrival in Kathmandu Airport

   • Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this historic and vibrant city. 

   Meals: No

2. Day 2- Kathmandu Sightseeing

   • After breakfast, we will depart the hotel for a full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, the “city of glory.” 
   • We will visit Durbar (Palace) Square, the epicentre of religious and cultural life, an area filled with old temples and historical significance with old glorious Newari architecture. Some of the sights include Kal Bhairav, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kasthamandap and Kumari Ghar; home to the Living Goddess. 
   • Afterwards, we will go to Swoyambhunath Stupa, said to be one of the oldest Buddhist stupas in the world, which is majestically set high on a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. 
   • We will proceed toward Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This massive temple complex sits alongside the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the courtyard of the temple, whereas tourists can see the temple from the eastern side of the Bagmati River. 
   • Later, proceed to Boudhanath, a Buddhist Stupa said to be one of the largest in the world. This massive structure stands tall with four pairs of eyes each facing the four cardinal directions, watching for the righteous behaviour of mankind and for human prosperity. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Welcome Dinner

3. Day 3- Dhap Bazaar

   • On the day, we will leave Kathmandu early in the morning and drive on the newly inaugurated B. P. highway to the little town of Ghurmi in the Koshi River basin. 
   • From Ghurmi, the road leads to the higher elevation passing through Rhododendron forest to Dhap Bazaar. 

   Spend the night in a guest house and explore the town. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4. Day 4- Dhap Bazaar - Jhapre

   • Early morning walk for 25 minutes to the viewpoint for sunrise and mountain views, we can view Dughkunda, Mera Peak, Lhotse, Cho Yo and Everest. Where there is a temple for both Hinduism and Buddhism. After enjoying the magnificent views we can eat breakfast and get ready for the walk to Jhapre. 
   • We will follow the road however we hardly see any vehicles. We can skip road for about 40%. 
   • After two hours of gradual/gentle downhill walk through the rhododendron and pine forest, we can stop at the first village Siganay for a short tea break. 
   • Then, continue for three more hours uphill and a gentle walk reaches our destination Jhapra. It is a small settlement of Sherpa and Magar ethnic groups. It has a monastery attached to the guesthouse. We can enjoy sunrise and mountains view (Dudhkunda, Pongday, Makalu, Mera Peak, Cho Yu, Everest, Tsumsherko and Kanchanjunga range). 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. Day 5- Jhapre - Pikey Base Camp

   • After enjoying sunrise and mountains view and breakfast we can start the trek for 2.5 hrs gradual uphill through rhododendron and pine forests take us to Bulbule where we can have a short break for the tea. Then 45 minutes of gradual uphill and gentle walk can reach Lamachay village and where we can stop for lunch. 
   • After crossing stupa further zigzag steep climb for an hour through the rhododendron and pine forest. Then gentle and gradual uphill we reach our destination Pikey B. C. There are only 4 households. It is interesting to visit a cheese factory. 
   • We can view the sunset and can view Langtang Peak, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna mountains. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6. Day 6- Pikey Base Camp - Junbesi

   • On the day, we will reach the highest point of our trek. Climb along the rocky ridge to the Pikey peak (4,065 m). The top unveils a wide range of snow peaks from Dhaulagiri in the west to Kanchanjunga in the west. View of Mt Everest, Thamsherku, Numbur Himal, Kangtega is the highlight. 
   • From the apex, climb down to Lamjura pass and further to Junbesi. The day's walk is one of the best with the alpine landscape, Himalayan view and walks the Buddhist landmarks of Mane walls and Stupas. 
   • Visit the local monastery at Junbesi. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7. Day 7- Junbesi - Taksindu

   • This morning, hit the trail bound for Taksindu. Cross the river at the bottom of town and climb through the forest up to Salung, from where there are views of Mount Everest (8848 m/ 29,028 ft), Chamlang (7319 m/ 2,4012 ft) and Makalu (8481 m/ 27,824 ft), weather permitting. There are also gorgeous views out across the valley to Chiwong Monastery and down towards Phaplu.
   • Continue on the trail, contouring and then dropping down to a stream before a short climb up into Ringmo, famous for its apple orchards and interesting apple products such as apple rakshi (alcohol), cider and apple pie. 
   • From here, there’s a final short climb to Taksindu La, from where there are again great mountain views, and then a short descent to the Taksindu Monastery and your lodge. The Taksindu Monastery was built in 1946 and is usually open early morning or late afternoon. Please make sure to leave a donation if you visit. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8. Day 8- Taksindu - Phaplu

   • The trail from Junbesi descends down the Junbesi River and crosses the suspension bridge to the town of Benighat at the confluence. The day’s walking is scenic and continues unveiling a new vista and an opportunity for cultural immersion. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9. Day 9- Phaplu - Kathmandu

   • The 35 mints flight back to Kathmandu and drop at the hotel. This is a leisure day which can be utilized buying gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. 
   • In the evening, you will be invited to join the farewell review of great photos and share experiences of the trip. 

   Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

10. Day 10- Departure

    • If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as game drives at National parks, rafting, mountain biking, Tibet, India or Bhutan tours etc. 

    Meals: Breakfast