Nepal · Trekking

15-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Kalapatthar Hike

15 Days Round trip from Ring Rd Challenging pace
Trail exiting the village of Phakding, Nepal
Namche Bazar, Nepal
Tengboche Monastery, Nepal
Everest Base Camp Trek

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Traverse Namche Bazaar, also known as the gate of Everest
  • 02 Explore Lukla, a popular place for visitors to the Himalayas
  • 03 Reach Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep at 5,364 meters
  • 04 Hike up to Kalapatthar for an early morning high-altitude experience

Embark on a 15-day trek in the Everest region, famous not only for the world's highest peak but also for its mesmerizing landscapes and vibrant indigenous inhabitants, including the Sherpas. Meet some of the best mountaineers in the world and share their culture and lifestyle as you follow one of the toughest routes to the long-awaited, world-renowned destination of Mount Everest. This journey combines Kathmandu sightseeing, high-altitude trekking, and unforgettable Himalayan scenery.

Embark on a 15-day trek in the Everest region, famous not only for the world's highest peak but also for its mesmerizing landscapes and vibrant indigenous inhabitants, including the Sherpas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Pangboche, Gorakshep, Monjo, Chukhung, Khumjung
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (1,345 meters).

Overnight at hotel.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Sightseeing and Pre-Trip Meeting

  • Attend a pre-trip meeting and go sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley.

Overnight at hotel.

3
Day 03

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Fly to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla (2,840 meters).

  • Trek to Phakding (2,610 meters), about 3 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

4
Day 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 meters), about 5 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

5
Day 05

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

  • Spend an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar.

Overnight at guesthouse.

6
Day 06

Trek to Tengboche Monastery

  • Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 meters), about 5 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

7
Day 07

Trek to Dingboche

  • Trek to Dingboche (4,410 meters), about 6 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

8
Day 08

Day Trip to Chhukung Valley

  • Take a day trip to Chhukung Valley (4,730 meters).

  • Trek back to Dingboche, about 4 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

9
Day 09

Trek to Lobuche

  • Trek to Lobuche (4,910 meters), about 5 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

10
Day 10

Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep

  • Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters) via Gorakshep (5,140 meters), about 8 hours.

  • Overnight at guesthouse at Gorakshep.

11
Day 11

Hike to Kalapatthar and Trek to Pangboche

  • Take an early morning hike up to Kalapatthar (5,550 meters).

  • Trek down to Pangboche (3,930 meters), about 7 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

12
Day 12

Trek to Khumjung Valley

  • Trek to Khumjung Valley (3,780 meters), about 6 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

13
Day 13

Trek to Monjo

  • Trek to Monjo (2,835 meters), about 6 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

14
Day 14

Trek Back to Lukla

  • Trek to Lukla (2,840 meters), about 6 hours.

Overnight at guesthouse.

15
Day 15

Departure Transfer

  • Transfer to the international airport for your onward destination.

Kathmandu, Lukla airstrip, Namche Bazaar, Kalapatthar dawn

Where this trip takes you

Kathmandu, Lukla airstrip, Namche Bazaar, Kalapatthar dawn

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ring Rd 14 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport / hotel / airport pick-up and drop-off by private tourist vehicle

  • Three nights' twin-sharing accommodation at 3-star category hotels in Kathmandu, including breakfast

  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle

  • All standard meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • Lodge and guesthouse accommodation during the trek

  • Professional, licensed English-speaking guide

  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (one porter for every two guests)

  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff

  • Everest National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking

  • Airfare from Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu, including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla Airport

  • Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu

  • Farewell dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant before the day of departure

  • All government taxes, VAT, and service charges

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu

  • Entrance fees for all monuments during the tour

  • Emergency rescue and evacuation costs or any type of travel insurance

  • Nepal entry visa fee, which can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport

  • Alcoholic, hot, and cold drinks

  • Personal trekking equipment

  • Tips for trekking staff, tour staff, and driver (tipping is expected)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Ring Rd, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.

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