Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Your flight touches down at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After working through customs and visa paperwork, you'll meet your office representative at arrivals and head to your hotel by private vehicle. Check in and spend the rest of the day recovering from the flight. If jet lag isn't too bad, you can take a walk around Thamel to get oriented.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will be in your Hotel In Kathmandu., 05:00 - 08:00)
Optional Activities
- Short walk around Thamel streets
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes about 35 minutes and offers great views of snow-capped peaks from the left side of the aircraft. The landing at Lukla airstrip is quite dramatic and thrilling. You'll meet your porter crew who'll carry your baggage for the entire trek. From there, start hiking through Pasang Lhamu gate and trek gradually for 3-4 hours. You can stop for lunch at Thado Koshi or push on to Phakding for the night.
Included Activities
- Domestic flight Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek start through Pasang Lhamu gate
Landmarks Lukla Airstrip Pasang Lhamu Gate Thado Koshi Phakding - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Start early after breakfast and begin walking. You'll catch your first views of Everest if the weather cooperates. From Benkar village, you can see where the Dudh Koshi river and Thamserku meet. Stop at Monjo where park officials check your permits for Sagarmatha National Park. Walk through rhododendron trees and then descend to lunch at Jorsale. After eating, ascend toward Namche Bazaar by crossing the Hillary Bridge, taking a brief stop at Chautara, then reaching the Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar for the night. This walking day runs about 6-7 hours.
Included Activities
- Permit check at Sagarmatha National Park
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Benkar Sagarmatha National Park Monjo Mani Stone Jorsale Hillary Bridge Chautara Namche Bazaar Dudh Koshi River Thamserku Mount Everest 
- Day 4
Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar
This acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar keeps you active rather than resting at your lodge. Head to the Sherpa Museum, then climb to Syangboche Airport and push up to Hotel Everest View for lunch. You'll get the best views yet with multiple Himalayan peaks around you, including distant Everest and close views of Ama Dablam and Thamserku. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon and then explore the bazaar, shops, restaurants, temples, and local monastery on your own. Walking today takes 6-7 hours.
Included Activities
- Hike to Sherpa Museum
- Visit Syangboche Airport
- Hike to Hotel Everest View
Optional Activities
- Explore Namche Bazaar shops and restaurants
- Visit local temple
- Visit local monastery
Landmarks Sherpa Museum Syangboche Airport Hotel Everest View Sagarmatha National Park Office Ama Dablam 
- Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Dole
Today the Gokyo trail splits from the main Everest base camp route. Look for the direction sign pointing to Kyanjuma instead of Phunki Thenga. You'll walk mostly through jungle with beautiful rhododendron, pine, and juniper trees. See where the Dudh Koshi river and Imja Khola meet, flowing down from the Himalayas and melting glaciers. Pass through yak grazing areas and the culturally rich Sherpa villages of Tongba and Gyele before staying at a teahouse in Dole. The northwest Himalayan peaks like Khumbila and Tawache come into better view today. Walking takes about 5-6 hours.
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole
Landmarks Kyanjuma Phunki Thenga Imja Khola Tongba Gyele Dole Khumbila Tawache - Day 6
Dole to Machhermo
From Dole, you ascend further on the Gokyo trail to Lhabarma where you'll see Luza hamlet. Most of the trail is steep, so careful footing matters. You've now crossed 4000m altitude, so expect bushes and junipers instead of trees. The altitude might affect how you feel, so ascend gradually and drink plenty of water. Climb from Luza through yak pasture lands and cross sandy spurs above the Dudh Koshi valley before arriving at Machhermo. Local stories mention a Yeti was spotted here once, though there's no actual proof. You'll have great views of Thamserku, Cho Oyu, and surrounding peaks. Walking time is about 4-5 hours.
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Machhermo
Landmarks Lhabarma Luza Machhermo Thamserku Cho Oyu Dudh Koshi River - Day 7
Machhermo to Gokyo
This is one of the most significant days as you approach near 5000m altitude with great views of local Himalayan settlements at Cholatse and Pangaa. Snow-capped peaks, glacier moraines, and rocky terrain surround you everywhere. Gokyo is thought to be the best spot for seeing the Himalayan surroundings. Pass Longpongo, the first Gokyo lake, and reach the second lake, Taboche Tso, which is larger. You might see Himalayan ducks swimming in the freezing water. Continue past the Ngozumpa glacier at the same elevation and visit the third lake, Dudh Pokhari, with Gokyo village nearby. The scenery from these high elevation lakes is really something. Walking takes about 5-6 hours.
Included Activities
- Trek through Cholatse and Pangaa
- Visit first Gokyo lake (Longpongo)
- Visit second Gokyo lake (Taboche Tso)
- Pass Ngozumpa glacier
- Visit third Gokyo lake (Dudh Pokhari)
Landmarks Cholatse Pangaa Longpongo (First Gokyo Lake) Taboche Tso (Second Gokyo Lake) Ngozumpa Glacier Dudh Pokhari (Third Gokyo Lake) Gokyo - Day 8
Acclimatization Day at Gokyo
You're taking an acclimatization day surrounded by many lakes. Traverse the top of Scoundrel's Viewpoint to catch views of major Himalayan peaks including Nuptse, Makalu, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, and Gyachung Kang. From the northern side of the glacier moraine, see the largest Ngozumpa glacier and views of Cho Oyu base camp. If you're interested and have time, you can ascend to the sixth lake but talk it over with your trekking leader first. Many people choose to hike up Gokyo Ri today and reach the fifth lake tomorrow instead. Walking time is about 5-6 hours.
Included Activities
- Traverse Scoundrel's Viewpoint
- Views of Cho Oyu base camp and Ngozumpa glacier
Optional Activities
- Ascend to sixth Gokyo lake
- Hike Gokyo Ri
Landmarks Scoundrel's Viewpoint Nuptse Makalu Lhotse Cho Oyu Gyachung Kang Cho Oyu Base Camp Gokyo Ri Fifth Gokyo Lake Sixth Gokyo Lake 
- Day 9
Gokyo Ri Summit Day
Get started early in the morning for better views than the afternoon tends to offer. The continuous ascent of Gokyo Ri is challenging and takes three to four hours depending on your fitness level. From the summit, you'll see Mount Everest (8848m), Cho Oyu (8153m), Makalu (8475m), Lhotse (8501m), Thamserku (6808m), and many other surrounding peaks. Four 8000m peaks are visible from this viewpoint, which is pretty remarkable. See the turquoise crystal clear lakes and Gokyo villages below, then descend toward Dole via Machhermo. Walking time is about 5-6 hours.
Included Activities
- Gokyo Ri summit hike and views
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mount Everest Cho Oyu Makalu Lhotse Thamserku Machhermo - Day 10
Dole to Namche Bazaar
The Gokyo trek heads downhill now as you look back toward Cho Oyu. You'll pass waterfalls and see local Himalayan flora and fauna, with rhododendron trees beautifully in bloom during spring season. While descending the valley, you get two chances to see snow-capped Himalayan views of Ama Dablam, Tawache, Thamserku, and other peaks, plus distant views of Tengboche from Mongla. Keep descending to Sansa, which connects to the main Everest trail back to Namche Bazaar. Once you arrive at Namche, take a complete rest, enjoy a hot shower, and relax at your lodge. Walking time is about 5-6 hours.
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Cho Oyu Mongla Ama Dablam Tawache Thamserku Tengboche Sansa Namche Bazaar - Day 11
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Spend time shopping for Everest souvenirs in Namche Bazaar. A large marketplace happens every Saturday with various goods and gear, especially trekking and climbing items. Take the same downhill route that challenged you about a week ago. Cross the Dudh Koshi river multiple times over suspension bridges to reach ground level at Jorsale. The landscape becomes greener and denser as you descend to lower elevations. Breathing becomes easier the lower you go. Exit Sagarmatha National Park gate, pass Phakding, and after a couple hours of walking with quick stops, arrive at Lukla. Celebrate finishing your Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri adventure. Walking time is about 6-7 hours.
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
- Cross Dudh Koshi river suspension bridges
Optional Activities
- Everest souvenir shopping at Namche Bazaar
- Visit Saturday marketplace
Landmarks Namche Bazaar Dudh Koshi River Jorsale Sagarmatha National Park Phakding Lukla 
- Day 12
Lukla to Kathmandu and Farewell Dinner
Take the morning domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, a 27-minute flight that wraps up your main trekking objective. Domestic flights are scheduled for the morning because weather conditions are clearer early in the day. After landing, your operator helps you check into your hotel. Later, you're invited to a farewell dinner at a cultural restaurant near Thamel to celebrate completing your trek. Stay at your hotel in Kathmandu for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at cultural restaurant)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at cultural restaurant
Landmarks Lukla Thamel - Day 13
Departure from Kathmandu
Your 13-day Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri trekking adventure wraps up today. Your office representative will help transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours before your scheduled international flight departs. The trek ends with a warm send-off from your operator, who hopes to see you again soon.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will be drop to your Hotel in Kathmandu, 07:00 - 10:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
