Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll fly into Kathmandu with views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks coming into sight. Once you land, your support team meets you at the airport for the transfer to your hotel. After settling in, you'll have welcome drinks and the evening to relax before the trek begins.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Transfer from airport to hotel)
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Early flight to Lukla airstrip at 2,800m where your trekking crew is waiting. You'll spend time sorting through your gear and getting oriented, then start trekking downhill to Chaunrikharka. From there, the trail climbs into the Dudh Kosi valley heading toward Phakding where you'll stay overnight in a teahouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding via Chaunrikharka
Landmarks Lukla Airstrip Dudh Kosi Valley 
- Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
You'll cross high suspension bridges spanning the river below, then pass through the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. The trail gets steeper as you climb toward Namche, and on clear days you might catch your first view of Mt. Everest from here. Namche serves as the main trading hub for the entire Khumbu region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance and fees
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Mount Everest Namche Bazaar Monjo 
- Day 4
Namche Bazaar (Rest/Acclimatization Day)
This is your acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar, giving your body time to adjust to the altitude. Wander through the lodges, tea shops, and souvenir stalls at your own pace, or simply rest at your accommodation. The village sits between two ridges with mountain views surrounding you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rest day in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Optional Activities
- Explore Namche Bazaar lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops
- Visit Saturday market (if visiting on Saturday)
Landmarks Namche Bazaar Saturday Market - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Thame
Heading west from Namche, you'll trek through the Bhote Kosi Valley, an ancient trade route to Tibet. Prayer flags and mani stones along the way reflect the Tibetan Buddhist culture here. The climb to Thame is steep but offers views of Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde peaks, with Thame Gompa overlooking the village from above.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame via Bhote Kosi Valley
Optional Activities
- Visit Thame Gompa
Landmarks Bhote Kosi Valley Thame Gompa Nangpa La - Day 6
Thame to Khumjung
You'll retrace your steps back down the Bhote Kosi Valley toward Namche, then take a quieter trail branching off to Khumjung village. Stop to visit Khunde Hospital, which Sir Edmund Hillary established. Your camp here gives you excellent views of Thamserku, Kantega, and Ama Dablam.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Thame to Khumjung
- Visit Khunde Hospital
Optional Activities
- Visit Khumjung Gompa
Landmarks Khunde Hospital Khumjung Gompa Ama Dablam Thamserku Kantega - Day 7
Khumjung to Dole
From Khumjung, trek to the large Chorten sitting on a ridge below Khumbila peak at 5,734m, believed to be home to the patron god of Khumbu. Stop for lunch near Phortse bridge and pass through Phortse Tenga before climbing through rhododendron and birch forest to reach Dole.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Khumjung to Dole
Optional Activities
- Visit Phortse village
Landmarks Khumbila Phortse Dudh Kosi River - Day 8
Dole to Machermo
The trail climbs steadily along the valley as altitude increases and rhododendron forests gradually give way to scrub juniper. You'll pass summer yak grazing settlements with Cho Oyu visible ahead and Kantega and Thamserku behind you. This shorter trekking day gets you to Machermo in time for lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Machermo
Landmarks Cho Oyu Thamserku Kantega - Day 9
Machermo to Gokyo
From Machermo, take the scenic path to Pangka then descend slightly along a river flowing from the Ngozumpa Glacier's western side. You'll climb a steep rocky section into the glacier valley, passing the first holy lake. Reach Gokyo on the eastern shore of the third lake called Dudh Pokhari, where emerald green waters reflect Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machermo to Gokyo via Pangka
Landmarks Ngozumpa Glacier Gokyo Lakes Dudh Pokhari (Milk Lake) Cho Oyu Gyachung Kang 
- Day 10
Gokyo to Na
Start before sunrise and climb steeply up Gokyo Ri on the northern edge of the lake. As you go higher, summits of Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu gradually come into view. The summit offers one of the best perspectives in the Everest region, with some saying it surpasses even Kala Pattar. After lunch, take a short walk down to Na village at the glacier's base.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek up Gokyo Ri (viewpoint)
- Trek from Gokyo to Na
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mount Everest Lhotse Makalu Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 11
Na to Thagnak
Wake early to see sunlight hitting Everest as it towers above surrounding peaks. You'll trek through the Ngozumpa Glacier toward the mountain on the opposite side, traverse along the mountain edge, and wander into Thagnak. This shorter day leaves you with afternoon rest time before the more challenging days ahead with significant elevation gain.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Na to Thagnak via Ngozumpa Glacier
Landmarks Mount Everest Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 12
Thagnak to Dzongla
This ranks as one of the toughest days of the trek. You'll tackle the Cho La pass with steep terrain and glacier traversing on the eastern side. The vertical trail has ice-glazed rocks, and you'll cross a frozen lake decorated with prayer flags before reaching the pass. Descending through crevasses leads to Dzongla Village with views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Lobuche East, and Baruntse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Thagnak over Cho La pass to Dzongla
Landmarks Cho La Pass Ama Dablam Cholatse Lobuche East Baruntse - Day 13
Dzongla to Lobuche
Pass teahouses at Duglha and climb onto the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. You'll come across a row of stone monuments built in memory of Sherpas who died during Everest expeditions. The trail follows the west side of the valley down to Lobuche, where the sunset views of Nuptse are particularly good from here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier Nuptse - Day 14
Lobuche to Kala Pattar to Gorak Shep
An early morning start gets you to Gorak Shep with superb mountain views, especially where the trail crosses a tributary glacier. Stop for lunch at Gorak Shep. In the afternoon, climb to Kala Pattar at 5,554m, one of the best viewpoints in the Everest region following the Khumbu Glacier, then return to Gorak Shep.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep
- Trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Pattar
- Trek from Kala Pattar back to Gorak Shep
Landmarks Gorak Shep Kala Pattar Khumbu Glacier - Day 15
Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp to Pheriche
Set out early for Everest Base Camp, where the trail weaves through ice pinnacles and past crevasses on the Khumbu Glacier. On the way back, take a higher route for a spectacular view of the Khumbu Icefall and the route to the South Col. Trek down to Pheriche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Trek from Everest Base Camp to Pheriche
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Khumbu Glacier Khumbu Icefall 
- Day 16
Pheriche to Kyanjuma
You'll trek downhill toward Tengboche and cross the Dudh Koshi River bridge, then continue to Kyanjuma where trails split toward Gokyo Valley, Khumjung village, and Namche Bazaar. The route offers great views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tawache, and Lhotse. Watch for pheasants, griffons, musk deer, and wild goats in the rhododendron forest as you explore the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pheriche to Kyanjuma
Optional Activities
- Explore surrounding area with scenic views
Landmarks Tengboche Dudh Koshi River Ama Dablam Thamserku Tawache Lhotse 
- Day 17
Kyanjuma to Namche Bazaar
Trek downhill through hillsides covered with rhododendron and juniper trees. Cross the prayer-flag decorated bridge over the Dudh Koshi River and follow the gorge downward rapidly through pine forests. Look for colorful pheasants and mountain goats along the way. The trail reaches Sansa with views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse before winding through forest back to Namche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kyanjuma to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Dudh Koshi River Dudh Koshi Gorge Sansa Ama Dablam Thamserku Nuptse - Day 18
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Your final trekking day follows the Dudh Kosi back down to Lukla. This evening in the mountains calls for a farewell party with your Sherpa guides and porters. You'll have chang (local beer), enjoy Sherpa dancing, and take time to reflect on the trek you've just completed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner/party with Sherpa guides and porters)
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Optional Activities
- Farewell party with Sherpa guides and porters
- Sample chang (local beer)
- Enjoy Sherpa dancing
Landmarks Dudh Kosi River Lukla - Day 19
Lukla to Kathmandu
Pack up early and head to the airstrip for your flight back to Kathmandu. After you land, the rest of your day is free to rest at your hotel or explore the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Kathmandu
Landmarks Lukla Airstrip - Day 20
Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
A guided tour takes you through Kathmandu's historical and cultural highlights. You'll visit Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, then Pashupatinath, the most popular Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Head to Patan (Lalitpur), the City of Artisans 5km away, walking through Patan Durbar Square to see Malla-era architecture including Mahaboudha Temple, Kumbeshwor Temple, Krishna Temple, and Golden Temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kathmandu
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Sightseeing in Patan (Lalitpur)
- Walk through Patan Durbar Square
- Visit Mahaboudha Temple
- Visit Kumbeshwor Temple
- Visit Krishna Temple
- Visit Golden Temple
Landmarks Boudhanath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Patan Durbar Square Mahaboudha Temple Kumbeshwor Temple Krishna Temple Golden Temple - Day 21
Departure from Kathmandu
Your support team takes you to the airport for your flight home, concluding your trek and Nepal adventure.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (DROP FROM HOTEL TO AIRPORT)
