Nepal · Trekking

17-Day Gokyo Summit Trek in Nepal via Cho La Pass and Everest Base Camp

17 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace
Chola Pass

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic trek through the high Khumbu of the Everest region
  • 02 Recognize the beautiful turquoise lakes of the Gokyo Valley
  • 03 Cross the famous Cho La Pass at high altitude
  • 04 Visit Everest Base Camp and hike to Kalapathar for sunrise views
  • 05 Explore Namche Bazaar, colorful monasteries, and Sherpa settlements

Go on a 17-day trek to the Gokyo summit via Chola Pass and experience a fascinating, scenic adventure through the high Khumbu of the Everest region in Nepal. Recognize the series of beautiful turquoise lakes in the Gokyo Valley and the famous Cho La Pass as you visit landmarks of the Khumbu region in the company of majestically soaring mountains, friendly Sherpas, colorful monasteries, Namche Bazaar, Sagarmatha National Park, and, of course, the base of mighty Everest.

Early in the morning, hike up to Kalapathar (5550 m) to see the sunrise view and mountain range, including Mt Everest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 17 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Machhermo, Gokyo
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
  • Prepare for the trek and stay overnight in Kathmandu.
2
Day 02

Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Depart from Kathmandu to Lukla by flight, which takes around 40 minutes.
  • Have breakfast in Lukla.
  • After breakfast, trek to Phakding (2610 m).
3
Day 03

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m).
4
Day 04

Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar

  • Spend the full day at Namche Bazaar, which will help you acclimatize to the climate.
  • Rest, relax, explore, and enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains.
5
Day 05

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

  • Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3868 m).
6
Day 06

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

  • Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4410 m).
7
Day 07

Acclimatization in Dingboche

  • Spend the day at Dingboche, which will help you acclimatize to the climate.
8
Day 08

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche

  • Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4910 m).
9
Day 09

Trek to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp

  • Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5180 m).
  • Head to Everest Base Camp (5364 m).

Overnight in Gorakshep.

10
Day 10

Kalapathar Sunrise Hike and Trek to Dzongla

  • Early in the morning, hike up to Kalapathar (5550 m) to see the sunrise view and mountain range, including Mt Everest.
  • Return to Gorakshep and have breakfast.
  • Trek to Dzongla (4830 m).
11
Day 11

Cross Cho La Pass to Dragnag

  • Trek from Dzongla to Dragnag (4700 m) via Chola Pass (5350 m).
12
Day 12

Trek from Thagna to Gokyo

  • Trek from Thagna to Gokyo (4790 m).
13
Day 13

Trek from Gokyo to Machhermo

  • Trek from Gokyo to Machhermo (4480 m).
14
Day 14

Trek from Machhermo to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek from Machhermo to Namche Bazaar (3440 m).
15
Day 15

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

  • Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2840 m).
16
Day 16

Morning Flight Back to Kathmandu

  • Take the morning flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
17
Day 17

Departure from Kathmandu

  • Depart for the international airport or stay in Kathmandu for further sightseeing.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 12 cities · 17 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
  • TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System)
  • Everest National Park entry permits
  • Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with three cups of tea or coffee per day
  • Tea house accommodation during the trek
  • English-speaking guide
  • Accommodation, food, salary, insurance, medicine for all staff, medikit, and trip certificate
  • Porter service (1 porter between 2 people basic)
  • Two-night accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Snickers chocolate for each person during the trek
  • Snacks such as Oreo cookies and peanut biscuits, etc.
  • Company duffel bag and a T-shirt, duffel bag during the trip
  • Round-trip domestic flight ticket and airport tax from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu
  • All government and local taxes

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs
  • Nepal entry visa fee and international airfare
  • Personal equipment
  • Tips for the guide and porter (tipping is expected)
  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, hot showers, water bottles, cold drinks, hot water, battery charging, donations, etc.
  • Any other expenses not mentioned in the price-included section

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Overland Trek Nepal, Chaksibari Marg, 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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