Day 01
Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and Trek to Phakding
- Depart from Kathmandu at 7 am.
- Arrive in Lukla at 8 am.
- After lunch in Lukla, walk to Phakding.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration - 3 hours walk.
Nepal · Trekking
8-Day Everest Trek from Kathmandu via Lukla and Namche Bazar
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Trek through the land of the Sherpa people within sight of Mount Everest
- 02 Traverse Namche Bazar, the commercial center and gateway to Everest in the Khumbu region
- 03 Visit the famous monastery at Thyangboche, a spiritual and cultural center set against Amadablam
- 04 Walk through rhododendron forest, river valleys, and Himalayan villages on this classic Everest introduction
- 05 Fly to Lukla, a popular starting point for visitors to the Himalayas
This trek is an introduction to Everest and is ideal for anyone who has dreamed of visiting the land of the Sherpa people and standing within sight of Mount Everest. Travel from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek through Phakding, Namche Bazar, Thyangboche, Pheriche, and Dingboche, passing rivers, rhododendron forest, and mountain villages along the way. Visit famous stops such as Namche Bazar and explore local villages on one of the world's most exciting trekking routes.
This trek is an introduction to Everest and is ideal for anyone who has dreamed of visiting the land of the Sherpa people and standing within sight of Mount Everest.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
8 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Kathmandu, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Pheriche
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Trek to Namche Bazar
The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River.
After Jorsale, the trail climbs along a steep, winding path to Namche Bazar. Namche Bazar is a commercial center in the Khumbu region. It is an important stop for trekkers and mountaineers on the way to the base camps of Everest and many other mountains in the area.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration - 6 hours walk.
Day 03
Trek to Thyangboche Monastery
- Descend to Punki Thanka. It is an easy downhill walk of about 3 hours to the Imja Khola River.
- After lunch, walk slowly up the steep hill to the ridge top at Thyangboche. The monastery at Thyangboche is as famous as Namche Bazar. It is set against the beautiful background of Amadablam.
- Thamaserku and Mt. Everest can be seen from this point. Like Namche, it is another must-stop place for tourists. The monastery is a spiritual and cultural center of the region.
- Visit the monastery and the surrounding area.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration - 6 hours walk.
Day 04
Trek to Dingboche via Pheriche
Walk through the rhododendron forest.
Make a steady descent to the river and follow it along a mostly level path to Pheriche.
There is a high-altitude aid post at Pheriche. It is staffed by voluntary doctors from Western countries.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration: 6 hours walk.
Day 05
Return Trek to Thyangboche
Trek back to Thyangboche.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration: 5 hours walk.
Day 06
Retrace the Trail to Namche Bazar
Retrace the trail back to Namche Bazar.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration: 6 hours walk.
Day 07
Return Trek to Lukla
- Retrace the trail back to Lukla.
Overnight at Lukla.
Stay at lodge accommodation.
Duration: 7 hours walk.
Day 08
Fly Back to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu.
Transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu.
Where this trip takes you
Flight to Lukla, Namche Bazar, Thyangboche Monastery, Mount Everest
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
All meals and accommodation in a standard lodge/tea house during the trek
Services of an English-speaking trek guide
Porters to carry personal baggage, up to 15 kg each
Accident insurance for staff and porters
Everest National Park entrance permit
Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu air tickets
Airport transfers - 2 times, at the beginning and end of the trek for pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
Personal clothing and sleeping bag - rental available at US$ 15 per person
Personal accident and health insurance
Emergency evacuation, oxygen costs, and medical box
Alcoholic and bottled beverages, laundry, and tips
Hotel accommodation, sightseeing, and meals in Kathmandu
What to bring
- Sleeping bag - either down or fibre-filled (available for rental in Kathmandu - US$ 15 per week)
- Rucksack or backpack - waterproof day pack
- Duffel bag or stuff-bag (waterproof) - without frame, made of nylon or canvas
- Sunglasses or dark goggles are recommended
- Sun hat with brim and woollen hat
- Water bottle (1 litre) with a good cap
- Down jacket, wool shirt, and heavy sweater for autumn and early spring treks
- Socks - woollen or pile, and cotton (3 pairs each)
- Gloves or mittens - woollen
- Shorts and trousers or skirts; long skirts are better for women
- Shirts - cotton, long- and short-sleeved
- Shirts - woollen, long-sleeved
- Walking shoes - trekking boots are useful in all conditions; running shoes are sufficient for short treks and hikes
- Slippers or sandals - to use at the campsite
- Flashlight
- Pocket knife (if you are travelling by airplane, put it inside your check-in baggage)
- Medical supplies
- Sun lotion
- Chapstick
- Foot powder
- Bandages and tape
- Moleskin or blister tape
- Lomotil or medicine for diarrhoea
- Decongestant medicine
- Aspirin
- Antiseptic cream
- Cough syrup
- Water purification tablets
Know before you go
- Best time to visit: Spring (early April to May) and autumn (early October to late November) are the best times to visit Nepal. Other seasons, such as summer, monsoon, and winter, are equally good if the purpose of the visit is different. For treks in the Himalayas that are in the rain shadow - Mustang, Inner Dolpo, Mt. Kailash, and Tibet - summer (May, June, and July) and the end of the monsoon (September) are better seasons.
- Some DON'TS:
- Don't pollute. Pick up paper, film wrappers, and other junk.
- Take back what you bring in.
- Burn or bury toilet paper.
- Don't pass candy, pens, balloons, or money to children.
- Don't tempt people into thievery by leaving cameras, watches, and valuables around the camp and lodge.
- Don't endanger the lives of other trekkers, staff, and porters by insisting on continuing when there is an unforeseen danger in the trail conditions.
- Do not throw away batteries or plastics.
- Do not swim nude.
- Recommended injections:
- Cholera
- Typhoid - paratyphoid
- Tetanus
- Polio (oral)
- Typhus
- Hepatitis
- Meningitis
- Malaria
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 8 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.
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