Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Kathmandu airport where a representative meets you and takes you to your hotel. Once you're settled in, your trekking guide stops by to go over what to expect on the Everest Gokyo Lake trek.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will pick you up from the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. )
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
After breakfast, you catch a scenic 35-minute flight to Lukla, passing over mountains and hills. From there, you'll trek to Phakding alongside the Dudh Khosi River, moving through green forests with views of Kusum Kangararu appearing in the distance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding along Dudh Khosi River
Landmarks Kusum Kangararu Dudh Khosi River - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
You trek through Himalayan pine and deodar forests, crossing the Dudh Koshi River multiple times. Near Jhorsale you'll enter the national park, passing through villages and the Saturday bazaar before reaching Namche Bazaar where you'll stay for two days to rest and adjust to the altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Entry to Sagarmatha National Park
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Dudh Koshi River 
- Day 4
Acclimatization Day
This is a local exploration day starting from Namche Bazaar. After breakfast, you trek to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung via Syangboche to see Mount Everest (8,848m) and surrounding peaks. You'll visit Hillary's school in Khumjung, then head back to Namche after lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Khumjung via Syangboche
- Visit Hillary's school in Khumjung
Landmarks Mount Everest Ama Dablam Lhotse Tangboche Khumjung - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Dole
The trek begins flat and straightforward to Kyangjuma with wide views, then gets steeper with climbs and descents through rhododendron and pine forests. You'll pass through Mong La, Tongba, and Gyele with mountain views before arriving at Dole.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole through rhododendron and pine forests
Landmarks Mong La Cho Oyu Ama Dablam - Day 6
Dole to Machhermo
You trek to Machhermo on mostly steep downhill terrain through Juniper forest. After passing Lopharma and Luza with some river crossings and a small pass, you reach Machhermo in a remote valley where wildlife from the Himalayas is commonly spotted.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Machhermo through Juniper forest
Landmarks Lopharma Luza - Day 7
Machhermo to Gokyo
You head toward Gokyo valley, known for its lakes in the Everest region. The trek takes you to Pangka, then down beside the river to Ngozumpa Glacier, and steeply up to see three Gokyo lakes. After that, you make your way to Gokyo settlement on the eastern shore of the third lake.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo via Pangka and Ngozumpa Glacier
Landmarks Gokyo Lakes Ngozumpa Glacier Cho La Dudh Pokhari 
- Day 8
Acclimatization and Sightseeing
This is a rest day in Gokyo valley. After breakfast, you walk up to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for about 2 hours to take in views of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, Tawache, and the massive Ngozumpa Glacier. You'll return to the hotel for lunch and time to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ascent to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for panoramic views
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Cho-Oyu Gyachung Kang Mount Everest Lhotse Makalu Cholatse Tawache Ngozumpa Glacier 
- Day 9
Gokyo to Phortse
You retrace the trail for roughly an hour, then turn left toward Dudhkoshi where tea houses are available. Following the river on higher trails than before, you trek via Thare with views improving from the ascent route, eventually reaching Phortse village for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Gokyo to Phortse via Thare
Landmarks Dudhkoshi River Thare - Day 10
Phortse to Tengboche
The trek takes you through Rhododendron forest where wildlife like musk deer, pheasants, and mountain goats sometimes appear. You'll make a steep descent to Imja Khola, then trek up to Tengboche to see monasteries and get views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and other peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phortse to Tengboche through Rhododendron forest
- Visit Tengboche monasteries
Landmarks Tengboche Monastery Ama Dablam Mount Everest - Day 11
Tengboche to Namche Bazaar
After breakfast, you start heading back toward Namche Bazaar. Trekking through Rhododendron and pine forests with fresh mountain air, you descend to Phungi temple, climb to Kyangjuma, then continue to Namche or alternative stops at Khumjung or Jhorsalle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar through rhododendron and pine forest
Landmarks Phungi Temple - Day 12
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
You trek back to Lukla along the Dudh Koshi River over roughly 7 hours. Once you arrive at Lukla, you'll stay overnight before your return flight to Kathmandu the following day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla along Dudh Koshi River
Landmarks Dudh Khosi River 
- Day 13
Lukla to Kathmandu
After an early breakfast, you head to the airport for the scenic 35-minute flight back to Kathmandu and check into your hotel. In the evening, you'll have a farewell dinner with cultural dance performances.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner with cultural dance
- Day 14
Departure from Kathmandu
On your final day, a driver takes you to the international airport to catch your flight home. Safe travels.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will drop off you at the airport in Kathmandu. )
- Meals
- Breakfast
