Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,345 m).
Overnight at a hotel.
Nepal · Trekking
10-Day Everest Foothills Trek from Kathmandu with Lukla Flight
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 Discover the Tengboche Monastery
- 04 Take a scenic 35-minute flight to Lukla's tiny airstrip
This easy trek in the foothills of the Mount Everest region begins with a gentle introduction in the Kathmandu Valley, where you catch your first distant views of the Himalayas. The adventure continues with a 35-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla's tiny airstrip, followed by trekking through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, and Tengboche. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery and visit the famous Tengboche Monastery. This 10-day journey offers an accessible way to experience the Mount Everest region.
This easy trek in the foothills of the Mount Everest region begins with a gentle introduction in the Kathmandu Valley, where you catch your first distant views of the Himalayas.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
10 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Hard
Accommodation
Included · Premium
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Kathmandu, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Monjo
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Pre-Trip Meeting and Kathmandu Sightseeing
Attend a pre-trip meeting and enjoy sightseeing around the Kathmandu Valley.
Overnight at a hotel.
Day 03
Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Fly to Lukla (2,804 m).
Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) for 3 hours.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 04
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) for about 5.5 hours.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 05
Rest and Acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar
Spend the day in Namche Bazaar for rest and acclimatisation.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 06
Trek to Tengboche Monastery
Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m) for 5 hours.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 07
Trek Back to Monjo
Trek back to Monjo (2,750 m) for about 6 hours.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 08
Trek to Lukla
Trek to Lukla (2,804 m) for 6 hours.
Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 09
Fly Back to Kathmandu
Take a morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Overnight at a hotel.
Day 10
Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to the international airport for your final departure flight.
Where this trip takes you
Kathmandu Valley, Lukla's tiny airstrip, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery
The route
Where you'll travel
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, license-holding 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
- Down jacket, duffle bag, and sleeping bag by Massif Holidays, if required
- 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 while 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 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 10 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.
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