Nepal · Trekking

16-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Lukla Flight

16 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Take an unforgettable flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region
  • 02 Trek to Everest Base Camp, the foot of Earth's highest mountain
  • 03 Traverse Namche Bazaar, also known as the gate of Everest
  • 04 Enjoy a sunrise excursion to Kalapattar with views across the Himalaya, including Everest
  • 05 Pass through picturesque villages and forest areas while discovering Sherpa culture

Take an unforgettable flight to Lukla and get to know Sherpa culture with a Nepali tour guide. Trek to the base camp of Earth's highest mountain as you pass through picturesque villages and forest areas while taking in breathtaking mountain scenery. Visit famous stops such as Namche Bazaar and Phakding, and explore local villages as you make your way along one of the most exciting treks in the world.

Set out early for an excursion to Kalapattar to view the sunrise across the Himalaya, including Everest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Pheriche
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive in Kathmandu.

  • Receive a transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Trek Preparation in Kathmandu

  • Trek preparation day in Kathmandu.

Overnight at the hotel.

3
Day 03

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Fly to Lukla (2,800 m).

  • Begin your trek to Phakding (2,665 m) - 6.5 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

4
Day 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) - 8 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

5
Day 05

Rest Day in Namche Bazaar

  • Rest for the day in Namche Bazaar.

6
Day 06

Trek to Tengboche

  • Trek to Tengboche (3,867 m) - 7 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

7
Day 07

Trek to Pheriche

  • Trek to Pheriche (4,263 m) - 8.5 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

8
Day 08

Rest Day in Pheriche

  • Rest for the day in Pheriche.

9
Day 09

Trek to Lobuche

  • Trek to Lobuche (4,930 m) - 6 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

10
Day 10

Trek to Gorakshep and Hike to Everest Base Camp

  • Trek to Gorakshep (5,180 m) - 4 km.

  • After the meal, hike to Everest Base Camp (5,365 m).

  • Retrace your steps back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.

11
Day 11

Kalapattar Sunrise and Return to Pheriche

  • Set out early for an excursion to Kalapattar to view the sunrise across the Himalaya, including Everest.

  • Return to Gorakshep.

  • After breakfast, trek back to Pheriche - 10 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

12
Day 12

Trek Back to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek back to Namche Bazaar - 15.5 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

13
Day 13

Trek Back to Lukla

  • Trek back to Lukla - 14.5 km.

Overnight at the lodge.

14
Day 14

Fly Back to Kathmandu

  • Fly back to Kathmandu.

  • Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

15
Day 15

Leisure Day in Kathmandu

  • Day at leisure in Kathmandu.

Overnight at the hotel.

16
Day 16

Final Departure

  • Transfer to the airport for your final departure.

Lukla flight, Namche Bazaar, Kalapattar sunrise, Everest Base Camp

Where this trip takes you

Lukla flight, Namche Bazaar, Kalapattar sunrise, Everest Base Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 11 cities · 16 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers

  • Round-trip airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu

  • Four nights' accommodation in Kathmandu at a four-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis, on a twin-share basis

  • Trek as per the itinerary on a full-board basis (three meals and accommodation)

  • One English-speaking Nepali guide

  • One assistant guide for each group of five people

  • One porter for every two people

  • Insurance for the Nepalese staff

  • Domestic airport taxes

  • Entry permits for Sagarmatha National Park

  • TIMS

What's Not Included

  • Visa fees and travellers insurance

  • Extra beverages and the cost of additional personal expenses

  • Mineral water

  • Personal medical supplies and toiletries

  • Main meals in Kathmandu

  • Costs arising from political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, natural disasters, and anything else not mentioned above

  • Tipping (not compulsory, but customary in Nepal)

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 16 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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