Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
After breakfast, you'll fly to Lukla on a domestic flight that takes about 40 minutes. Once you land, you'll meet your trekking team and start heading to Phakding. During your free time, there's a chance to wander through local monasteries and check out traditional houses in the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Meet trekking team in Lukla
- Trek to Phakding
- Explore local monasteries
- Explore local houses
Landmarks/POIs Tribhuvan International Airport Phakding - Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
The day involves trekking through forested areas alongside the Dudh Koshi River. You'll pass through several villages including Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, and Jorsale before crossing the Tenzing-Hillary Bridge. From there, you'll climb up to Namche Bazaar, which serves as both the region's administrative hub and the main gateway to Sagarmatha National Park.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Dudh Koshi forested route
- Cross Tenzing-Hillary Bridge
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Sagarmatha National Park permit checkpoint
Landmarks/POIs Dudh Koshi River Benkar Monjo Tenzing-Hillary Bridge Namche Bazaar Sagarmatha National Park - Day 3
Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization Day)
This day is set aside for getting used to the altitude with at least 24 hours of rest. You can stay active by exploring Namche Bazaar's markets, shops, and government offices with your guide. If you're interested, there's an optional day hike to Khumjung village or to Sagarmatha National Park where you can see Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar
- Explore government offices, ATMs, shops, and markets
Optional Activities
- Hike to Sagarmatha National Park for Mount Everest views
- Day hike to Khumjung village
Landmarks/POIs Namche Bazaar Sagarmatha National Park Mount Everest Lhotse Nuptse Ama Dablam Thamserku Kongde Khumjung village - Day 4
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
You'll trek on trails with great Himalayan views and might spot spotted deer, Himalayan Thars, or the Danphe Pheasant. At Sanasa, take the right trail toward Everest Base Camp, then descend to Phunki Thenga. After that, you'll climb through dwarf conifers and rhododendron forest to reach Tengboche, home to the region's largest Gompa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through hillside trails with Himalayan views
- Cross Phunki Thenga
- Trek through Imja Khola Valley
- Trek through dwarf conifers and rhododendron forest
- Visit Tengboche Gompa
Optional Activities
- Witness Mani Rimdu festival with masked Tibetan Opera dancing (October/November full moon)
Landmarks/POIs Phunki Thenga Imja Khola Valley Tengboche Gompa Ama Dablam Nuptse Mount Everest - Day 5
Tengboche to Dingboche
You'll climb down to Debuche, a stone village with a nunnery, chortens, and mani walls. Cross the Imja Khola and head up to Pangboche for views of Ama Dablam. Continue on to Dingboche, the last year-round settlement here, where you can see Ama Dablam above terraced fields of barley, buckwheat, and potatoes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Debuche village
- Trek to Pangboche village
- Cross Imja Khola
- Trek to Dingboche
Landmarks/POIs Debuche Pangboche Imja Khola Dingboche Ama Dablam - Day 6
Dingboche to Lobuche
Begin with a gradual climb to Duglha at the Khumbu Glacier's terminal moraine, then take a steep trail to Chupki Lhara. You'll pass through stones with prayer flags that serve as memorials to mountaineers. Continue through the glacier moraine among peaks like Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal before reaching Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb to Duglha
- Trek to Chupki Lhara
- Trek through Khumbu Glacier moraine
- Trek to Lobuche
Landmarks/POIs Duglha Khumbu Glacier Chupki Lhara Khumbutse Lingtren Pumori Mahalangur Himal Lobuche - Day 7
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep
Trek to Everest Base Camp through the village of Gorak Shep Lake. Follow your guide carefully as the route can be confusing in places. The trek is strenuous with thin air at high altitude, so walk slowly and drink plenty of water. You'll cross rocky terrain, moraine, and streams before reaching base camp with its colorful mountaineer tents. Return to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Pass Gorak Shep Lake
- View Indian army mountaineer memorials
- Trek back to Gorakshep
Landmarks/POIs Gorak Shep Lake Everest Base Camp Nuptse Khumbutse Pumori Gorakshep - Day 8
Gorakshep to Kalapatthar to Pheriche
Leave early in pre-dawn darkness and cold (around negative 10 to negative 14 degrees Celsius) with possible snowy winds. Watch peaks like Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse come into view along with Mount Everest on the horizon. From Kalapatthar, you'll get a 360-degree view of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks before heading back to Pheriche for rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kalapatthar at dawn
- View 360-degree panorama of Mount Everest from Kalapatthar
- Trek back to Pheriche
Landmarks/POIs Kalapatthar Lingtren Khumbutse Changtse Mount Everest Pheriche - Day 9
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Trek down through forested areas of rhododendron and juniper trees. Cross the bridge over the Dudh Koshi River decorated with prayer flags and walk through the Dudh Koshi gorge. You'll descend rapidly through pine forest, so watch for colorful pheasants and mountain goats. Navigate zigzag trails before reaching Namche Bazaar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron and juniper forest
- Cross Dudh Koshi River bridge
- Trek through Dudh Koshi gorge
- Trek through pine forest
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks/POIs Dudh Koshi River Dudh Koshi gorge Namche Bazaar - Day 10
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
The final trekking day involves a steep downward descent, so be careful as your legs navigate the rocky terrain. When you arrive at Lukla, take time to rest and stretch before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Final trek descent to Lukla
Landmarks/POIs Lukla - Day 11
Lukla to Kathmandu
Catch an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive, drive to your hotel for rest. In the evening, gather with your group for a farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurants in town to celebrate your trek and share feedback about the experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner at a Nepalese restaurant)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Hotel transfer
- Farewell dinner at Nepalese restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu - Day 12
Departure from Kathmandu
This is your final day in Nepal. Have breakfast and do some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu if you'd like. Your airport representative will pick you up with plenty of time before your international flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping in Kathmandu
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu
