Kathmandu to Kala Patthar and Hotel Everest View
Get a hotel pick-up between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM and transfer to the domestic terminal of the International Airport in Kathmandu. Meet your guide and get assistance with the check-in process and luggage.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla at 7:00 AM, passing over Dolakha village and Lamjura-La Pass (flight time: 45 minutes, ground time: 10 minutes).
Land in Lukla at 8:00 AM for flight refuelling and enjoy magnificent views of the Himalayan chains.
Fly from Lukla to Kala Patthar at 8:15 AM. Listen to the inflight commentary, which will tell you exactly where you are (flight time: 25 minutes, ground time: 10-15 minutes).
Land at Kala Patthar at 8:30 AM and explore the top for 15 minutes. Indulge in views of the mighty, majestic peaks of the Khumbu region of Nepal.
Fly from Kala Patthar to Syangboche at 8:45 AM for a short leisure break and breakfast on the lap of Mt. Everest (flight time: 15 minutes, ground time: 45 minutes to 1.30 hours).
Arrive at the world's highest situated Hotel Everest View at 9:00 AM for a hearty breakfast.
Take a short walk around for photography and enjoy views of Namche.
Fly from Syangboche to Lukla at 10:00 AM for refuelling.
Finally, head back to Kathmandu and see the full range of the Everest region landscape diversity as you look down on Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and Phakding once again.
Reach Kathmandu airport at 11:00 AM, and you will be transferred back to your hotel.