Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Land at Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Once you've checked in, the afternoon is yours to wander around the neighborhood and get a feel for the city at your own pace.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Kathmandu Airport )
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu area independently
- Day 2
Kathmandu
After breakfast, you'll take a guided tour hitting Swayambhunath stupa (Monkey Temple), Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Buddhanaath stupa. In the afternoon there's a trekking briefing and equipment check, then a welcome dinner with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu), Dinner (Welcome dinner in Authentic Restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour to Swayambhunath stupa (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Patan Durbar Square
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Buddhanaath stupa
- Trekking equipment briefing and check
- Welcome dinner with group
Optional Activities
- Equipment rental or purchase if needed
Landmarks Swayambhunath Stupa Patan Durbar Square Pashupatinath Temple Buddhanaath Stupa - Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Head to the domestic airport with a pickup 1.5 hours before your flight. You'll fly about 35 minutes to Lukla on a twin otter aircraft. From there, trek 3-4 hours to Phakding, crossing the Dudh-Kosi River and walking through villages like Ghat. Lunch happens in Lukla or along the way depending on your flight time.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Twin otter flight to Lukla (approximately 35 minutes)
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (approximately 3-4 hours)
- Crossing suspension bridge at Tarhe khola
Landmarks Kusum-Kangru Peak - Day 4
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek from Phakding through mountain terrain, crossing several suspension bridges over the Dudh-Kosi and Bhote-Koshi rivers. You'll enter Sagarmatha National Park where permits get checked. From there, pass through Jorsalle village and climb the winding uphill path to Namche Bazaar, arriving after lunch with views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Taweche Peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance check
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Namche Bazaar - Day 5
Namche Bazaar
This is an acclimatization day with easier walking. Start with a short uphill walk to Sagarmatha National Park Headquarters to visit the museum, which covers Himalayan history, geology, culture, and wildlife. Then there's a steep 1.5-hour climb to Syangboche and Everest View Hotel for panoramic views, then you'll trek back to Namche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Sagarmatha National Park Headquarters and Museum
- Trek to Syangboche
- Visit Everest View Hotel for panoramic views
- Acclimatization trek
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Headquarters Everest View Hotel - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek eastward from Namche along the Dudh Kosi to Teshinga, then descend to Phunki Tenga. After that, climb through rhododendron forest to Tengboche, which offers great views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. Tengboche is sacred, so showing respect is important here. There's an optional Puja ceremony at the monastery in the afternoon if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
- Descent to Phunki Tenga and ascent through forest
Optional Activities
- Puja ceremony at Tengboche Monastery in the afternoon
Landmarks Tengboche Monastery 
- Day 7
Tengboche to Dingboche
Descend through rhododendron forest from Tengboche to Deboche, cross the Imja Khola bridge, and then climb to Pangboche, the highest permanent settlement in the valley. Continue on to Dingboche, which sits above the tree line.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche through rhododendron forest
Landmarks Pangboche Dingboche 
- Day 8
Dingboche
You'll rest and acclimatize at Dingboche today. If you're up for it, there's an optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak at 5,110m/16,765ft with impressive views of Cholatse, Tawoche, Ama Dablam, and Makalu peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,110m) for views of surrounding peaks
Landmarks Nangkartshang Peak Cholatse Peak Ama Dablam Peak Makalu Peak - Day 9
Dingboche to Chhukung
Starting with breakfast, trek gently toward Island Peak and Chhukung valley. After lunch, climb to Chhukung Ri at 5,550m/18,200ft for fantastic views of Ama Dablam's snow and ice formations and the Amphu Labsa. Then trek back to Chhukung for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung
- Ascend Chhukung Ri (5,550m)
Landmarks Island Peak Chhukung Ri Ama Dablam Peak - Day 10
Chhukung to Lobuche
Leave early heading toward Kongma La Pass. You'll trek on a fairly level valley path followed by a steep climb under Pokalde Peak and Chhukung. Reach Kongma La Pass at 5,530m/18,140ft with great mountain views. Descend steeply to Khumbu Glacier, cross it to reach Lobuche, and catch the sunset views of Nuptse from there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through valley to Kongma La Pass (5,530m)
- Cross Khumbu Glacier
- Trek from pass to Lobuche
Landmarks Kongma La Pass Khumbu Glacier Pokalde Peak - Day 11
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorak Shep
Start early ascending through the glacier to Gorak Shep. After eating and resting, trek to Everest Base Camp at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall, where expedition teams get ready for spring summits. Return to Gorak Shep and spend the night at the tea house.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through glacier to Gorak Shep
- Visit Everest Base Camp
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Khumbu Icefall Pumori Peak - Day 12
Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar to Lobuche
Wake early and climb through steep terrain from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar at 5,643m/18,513ft for excellent views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Pumori, Khumbu Glacier, and the surrounding high mountains. Trek back to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then descend to Lobuche. From there, pass Khumbu Glacier and head toward Cho La Pass, staying overnight in Dzonglha.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (Black Rock)
- Trek back to Gorak Shep
- Descend to Lobuche
- Trek toward Cho La Pass to Dzonglha
Landmarks Kala Patthar Chla Tso Lake - Day 13
Dzonglha to Thangnag
After early breakfast, trek through the valley on a fairly level path followed by a steep climb to Cho La Pass at 5,420m/17,782ft. Cross the icy sloping glacier surface at the pass. The descent starts very steep, then gradually gets easier as you reach the Thangnag lodges for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Cho La Pass (5,420m)
- Cross glacier at pass
- Descend to Thangnag
Landmarks Cho La Pass - Day 14
Thangnag to Gokyo
Trek with some elevation changes toward Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in the Nepal Himalaya. Walk across the glacier to Longpongo, the first lake in the Gokyo valley. Continue on a fairly level path to Gokyo for the night and spend the afternoon exploring the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Ngozumpa Glacier
- Walk across glacier
- Trek to Gokyo
- Afternoon exploration of Gokyo area
Landmarks Ngozumpa Glacier Longpongo Lake Gokyo Lakes 
- Day 15
Gokyo
Leave early to take advantage of clear morning skies. Cross a small stream and make a long steep climb to Gokyo Ri at 5,463m/17,923ft, a small peak above the lake. From here you'll see excellent views of Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu. Descend back to Gokyo. There's optional exploring of the glacier lakes further north toward Cho Oyu Base Camp if you want.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,463m) for panoramic views
Optional Activities
- Explore glacier lakes further north toward Cho Oyu Base Camp
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Cho Oyu Peak - Day 16
Gokyo to Lungden
This trek offers good views of the Everest massif to the east, Rolwaling Himal to the west, and snowy peaks to the north. You'll climb steeply to Renjo-la Pass at 5,345m/17,533ft, then descend to Lungden. You might encounter Tibetan traders descending from Nangpa La pass with caravans of woolly yaks carrying goods.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Steep climb to Renjo-la Pass (5,345m)
- Trek to Lungden
Landmarks Renjo-la Pass Nangpa La Pass Rolwaling Himal - Day 17
Lungden to Thame
After breakfast, trek through beautiful landscape following an old Tibetan trade route to Thame village, birthplace of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, the first person to summit Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary. Spend the afternoon exploring Thame and the local monastery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thame village
- Explore Thame village and monastery
Landmarks Thame Village Thame Monastery - Day 18
Thame to Monjo
Trek downhill to the river before hiking on a gradual and beautiful trail back toward Namche Bazaar. Stop for lunch at Namche. After eating, descend further to Monjo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Monjo
Landmarks Namche Bazaar - Day 19
Monjo to Lukla
Retrace your steps along the east bank of the Dudh Kosi River and make your final descent down to Lukla, arriving in the afternoon. You'll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy completing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Monjo to Lukla
Landmarks Lukla - Day 20
Lukla to Kathmandu
Take a short walk to the airport and catch an early flight back to Kathmandu (weather permitting). When you arrive, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for relaxation and shopping.
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Kathmandu
- Day 21
Kathmandu
You have a free day to rest and relax, go shopping, or do additional sightseeing around the city.
Optional Activities
- Shopping
- Sightseeing around Kathmandu
- Day 22
Kathmandu
Transfer to the airport according to your flight time for departure, or join another activity offered by the tour operator.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Kathmandu Airport )
Optional Activities
- Join another activity offered by tour operator
