Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Kathmandu airport.
Transfer to the hotel with a BB plan.
Nepal · Trekking
17-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Kala Patthar
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Traverse Namche Bazaar, also known as the gate of Everest
- 02 Enjoy magnificent views of Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, and Mt. Amadablam
- 03 Experience the diverse culture of the local Sherpa people
- 04 Reach Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar on a classic Himalayan trekking route
- 05 Take acclimatization hikes to Khumjung and the Everest View Hotel
Trek from Kathmandu to Lukla and gradually ascend to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar on this 17-day adventure. Enjoy magnificent views of snow-capped mountain peaks, including Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, and Mt. Amadablam, while following the classic trail through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche. Along the way, experience the diverse culture of the local Sherpa people and take acclimatization hikes to help you adjust to the altitude.
Enjoy magnificent views of snow-capped mountain peaks, including Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, and Mt. Amadablam, while following the classic trail through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
17 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Challenging
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Khumjung
Languages
English, German, Hindi
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with a cultural tour guide.
Overnight at the hotel with a BB plan.
Day 03
Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Fly to Lukla.
Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) for 3-4 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 04
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 05
Acclimatization Hike to Khumjung and Everest View Hotel
Acclimatization day hike to Khumjung and Everest View Hotel (3,900 m) for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 06
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,900 m) for 6-7 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 07
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m) for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 08
Dingboche Acclimatization Day Hike
Dingboche acclimatization day hike for around 4-5 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 09
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,900 m) for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 10
Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep
Trek from Gorakshep (5,140 m) to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) for 6-7 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 11
Trek to Thukla via Kalapatter
Trek to Thukla (4,620 m) via Kalapatter (5,416 m) for 6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 12
Trek to Tengboche
Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m) for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 13
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Trek to Namche Bazaar for 5-6 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 14
Trek to Lukla
Trek to Lukla for 6-7 hours.
Overnight at a guest house on a full-board plan.
Day 15
Fly Back to Kathmandu and Farewell Dinner
Prepare for your flight back to Kathmandu.
Halt in the evening for a farewell dinner in a Nepali cultural restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel with a BB plan.
Day 16
Reserve Day in Kathmandu
Reserve day in Kathmandu (in case of bad weather in Lukla).
Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to the airport for your final departure.
Trip ends.
Where this trip takes you
Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Namche Bazaar
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- All airport pick-up and drop-off, and hotel transfers by private car or van
- 3 nights in a star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
- Teahouse/lodge accommodation during the trek
- A full-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley, including a tour guide and entrance fees
- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight and airport departure taxes
- Experienced English-speaking porters to carry luggage, with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers, including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
- All necessary paperwork and permits, including the National Park permit and TIMS
- First-aid medical box
- Government and local taxes
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
What's Not Included
- Nepal visa fee; bring correct USD cash and two passport photographs
- All international airfare and extra excess baggage charges
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, showers, etc.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the trek due to any reason other than the scheduled itinerary
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Tips for guides and porters
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 17 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.
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