Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll land in Kathmandu where representatives greet you with a welcome card and drive you to your hotel. That evening, head to a traditional Nepali restaurant for a welcome dinner and get settled into the city.
- Meals
- Dinner (Warm welcome dinner at typical Nepali restaurant)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at typical Nepali restaurant
- Day 2
Kathmandu City Tour
Spend the day walking through Kathmandu's heritage sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa (known as the monkey temple), and Boudhanath Stupa. After checking these out, you'll meet other participants and start preparing for the trek.
Included Activities
- Visit Durbar Square
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
- City tour by private vehicle
- Trek preparation and group meeting
Landmarks Durbar Square Pashupatinath Temple Swayambhunath Stupa Boudhanath Stupa 
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Phakding
Catch an early flight to Lukla and start your trek through scenic trails. Walk down to Cheplung village where you can see Mt. Khumbila, a sacred peak that's never been climbed. Stop for lunch and continue walking to Phakding for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Cheplung village), Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight to Lukla
- Breakfast in Lukla
- Trekking from Lukla to Phakding
- Views of Mt. Khumbila from Cheplung village
- Lunch in Cheplung
Landmarks Mt. Khumbila 
- Day 4
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek through pine forests along the Dudh Koshi River valley, passing through Chumoa and Monjo villages. Enter Everest National Park, cross suspension bridges past Jorsale, and make your way up to Namche Bazaar, the main town in this region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Phakding
- Trekking through pine forest
- Crossing Dudh Koshi River
- Entering Everest National Park
- Crossing suspension bridge
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Everest National Park Namche Bazaar 
- Day 5
Namche Bazaar Acclimatization
Wake early and explore Namche Bazaar with its government offices, ATMs, shops, and colorful markets. Hike around the area and head to Sagarmatha National Park for sunrise views over the Himalayas. Check out Hillary School and nearby monasteries to help your body adjust to the altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Namche Bazaar
- Exploration of Namche Bazaar
- Hiking to Sagarmatha National Park
- Sunrise viewing over Himalayas
- Visit to Hillary School
- Visit to monasteries
Landmarks Namche Bazaar Sagarmatha National Park - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek in the morning to Phunki, then climb up to Tengboche Monastery, the region's largest and a UNESCO site. You'll see panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. If you arrive by 3:00pm, you might catch a Buddhist religious ceremony.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Namche Bazaar
- Trek to Phunki
- Trek to Tengboche Monastery
- Views from Tengboche Monastery
Optional Activities
- Observation of Buddhist religious ceremony (if arriving by 3:00pm)
Landmarks Tengboche Monastery Sagarmatha National Park Mt. Everest Nuptse Lhotse Ama Dablam Thamserku 
- Day 7
Tengboche to Dingboche
Walk through forests of birch and rhododendron trees with views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam around you. Head downhill to Debuche, cross the Imja River to Pangboche Monastery, then trek through the Imja valley and climb to Dingboche, a village surrounded by barley, potato, and buckwheat fields.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Tengboche
- Trekking through forest to Debuche
- Crossing Imja River
- Visit to Pangboche Monastery
- Walking through Imja valley and along Lobuche River
- Trek to Dingboche
Landmarks Pangboche Monastery Dingboche 
- Day 8
Dingboche Acclimatization
This is an acclimatization day in Dingboche. Take an easy trek to Chukung Valley and have lunch there, where you can see Makalu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Notice the stone-walled fields that protect crops from wind and animals. Walk back to Dingboche for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Chukung Valley), Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Dingboche
- Trek to Chukung Valley
- Lunch in Chukung Valley
- Views of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, and Ama Dablam
- Return trek to Dingboche
Landmarks Chukung Valley Makalu - Day 9
Dingboche to Lobuche
After a light breakfast, trek toward Lobuche with a stop in Thugla for hot drinks. Pass the Everest Memorial for climbers who died on the mountain. Walk along the Khumbu Glacier moraine with views of surrounding peaks, reaching Lobuche in about 5 to 6 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Light and healthy breakfast), Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Hot drinks in Thugla)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Dingboche
- Trek to Thugla (approximately 2 hours)
- Rest and hot drinks in Thugla
- View of Everest Memorial
- Trek along Khumbu Glacier moraine
- Trek to Lobuche
Landmarks Everest Memorial Khumbu Glacier 
- Day 10
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep
Trek to Gorakshep in around 2 hours, then push on for a tough walk along the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp at 5,365m. You'll see the Khumbu icefall and views of Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori mountains. Head back to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Lobuche
- Trek to Gorakshep (approximately 2 hours)
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Views of Khumbu icefall
- Views of Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori mountains
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Khumbu Icefall Nuptse Khumbuste Pumori 
- Day 11
Gorakshep to Kalapatthar to Pherice
Eat an early breakfast in Gorakshep and trek to Kalapatthar, which offers what many consider the best view of Mt. Everest from anywhere. Grab lunch at Kalapatthar and come back down to Pherice for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Early breakfast), Lunch (Lunch at Kalapatthar), Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Gorakshep
- Trek to Kalapatthar
- Views of Mt. Everest from Kalapatthar
- Lunch at Kalapatthar
Landmarks Kalapatthar Mt. Everest - Day 12
Pherice to Namche Bazaar
Trek downhill through juniper and rhododendron forests, crossing the Dudh Koshi River bridge and dropping about 2,000 feet in elevation. Watch for mountain goats and pheasants along the way. Pass through Sansa where you can see Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse before reaching Namche Bazaar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Pherice
- Downhill trek through juniper and rhododendron forests
- Crossing Dudh Koshi River bridge
- Wildlife viewing (mountain goats, pheasants)
- Views from Sansa
Landmarks Namche Bazaar Sansa - Day 13
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
This is your final trekking day. Walk mostly downhill along the Dudh Koshi River, cross Hillary Suspension Bridges, and pass through several monasteries and villages before arriving in Lukla. Take time to rest and think about the journey you've just completed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Namche Bazaar
- Downhill trek along Dudh Koshi River
- Trek across Hillary Suspension Bridges
- Visit to monasteries
- Trek through villages
Landmarks Hillary Suspension Bridges - Day 14
Lukla to Kathmandu Departure
Catch an early flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu with mountain views during the flight. Return to your hotel to rest or shop for souvenirs with help from your guides. Enjoy a farewell dinner in the evening before your representative takes you to the airport for departure.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant)
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Transfer to hotel
- Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant
- Shopping assistance from guides
Optional Activities
- Shopping for souvenirs
