Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land in Kathmandu and get transferred to your hotel. From there, spend the afternoon walking through Thamel and checking out Kathmandu Durbar Square to get oriented to the city. This gives you a feel for the capital before settling in for your first night and getting ready for the trek ahead.
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel neighborhood
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks Kathmandu Durbar Square Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Monjo
Catch a morning flight to Lukla with views of the Everest region spreading out below. The trek starts right after landing, taking you from Lukla down to Monjo. You'll cross the Dudh Koshi River several times and walk beneath the Kusum Khangkaru and Kongde ranges towering on either side.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight to Lukla airport
- Trek to Monjo with views of Everest region
Landmarks Kusum Khangkaru Kongde Range Dudh Koshi River - Day 3
Monjo to Namche Bazaar
After entering Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, you'll trek uphill to Jorsalle where Everest and the major peaks start coming into view. Keep going up to Namche Bazaar, the main trade hub and busiest stop in this region. It's a significant day with altitude gain but the scenery keeps building.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek through Sagarmatha National Park
- Hike to Jorsalle
- Ascend to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Jorsalle Kusum Khangkaru Thamserku Nuptse Mount Everest Namche Bazaar 
- Day 4
Namche Bazaar
Take a short hike up to Khumjung village this morning for acclimatization at the higher elevation. Spend the rest of the day resting and taking in the views of Everest, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam from different angles around the area. You can also wander through Namche Bazaar at your own pace when you feel up to it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Short hike to Khumjung village for acclimatization
Optional Activities
- Explore Namche Bazaar settlement
Landmarks Khumjung Village Mount Everest Nuptse Ama Dablam Taboche Lhotse Namche Bazaar - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Deboche
Head to the Sagarmatha National Park museum first, then follow the main trail above the river. You'll descend to cross the Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga and then climb through rhododendron forests to Tengboche and on to Deboche. Watch for wildlife like Danphe pheasants and musk deer along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sagarmatha National Park museum
- Trek to Deboche via Tengboche
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Museum Phunki Tenga Tengboche Deboche Dudh Koshi River - Day 6
Deboche to Pheriche
Trek through mixed forests passing Imja Khola and Pangboche on your way. You'll cross the Pheriche Pass at 4270 meters/14,010 feet and then continue through pasturelands to reach Pheriche. Throughout the day, Taboche, Ama Dablam, Pokalde, and Nuptse keep appearing in your views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Pheriche via Pangboche
- Cross Pheriche Pass (4270m)
Landmarks Imja Khola Pangboche Pheriche Pass Pheriche Taboche Ama Dablam Pokalde Nuptse - Day 7
Pheriche
Stay at Pheriche today for rest and acclimatization at this altitude. The village has a primary health center and aid post if needed for altitude concerns or basic treatment. If you take a walk around, you'll notice memorial rock towers to the north built in memory of trekkers who've died in these mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit memorial rock towers
- Visit primary health center
Landmarks Pheriche - Day 8
Pheriche to Lobuche
Make a steep climb over the terminal moraine toward Lobuche. The peaks of Taboche, Ama Dablam, Pokalde, and Nuptse stay visible throughout your hike. Once at Lobuche village, you'll get close-up views of Taboche and Nuptse. Accommodation here sits in small huts located in a meadow between the glacier and Lobuche Peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Lobuche over Khumbu Glacier moraine
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier Lobuche Taboche Ama Dablam Pokalde Nuptse Lobuche Peak - Day 9
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep
Walk a narrow path between glacial moraine and mountain walls, catching glimpses of the Khumbu Glacier as you go. Reach Gorakshep, the original Everest Base Camp, surrounded by Pumori and Nuptse. Trek another 3.5 km through rocky terrain to the new Everest Base Camp and see the Khumbu Icefall and Glacier up close. Return to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Everest Base Camp (3.5 km from Gorakshep)
- Experience Everest Base Camp
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier Gorakshep Everest Base Camp Pumori Nuptse Mount Everest - Day 10
Gorakshep to Kalapatthar to Pheriche
Start before sunrise to hike to Kalapatthar viewpoint for a 360-degree view. From there you see Mount Everest alongside Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, and many other peaks all at once. Descend back through Lobuche and Dughla, returning to Pheriche by evening. This day is the visual highlight most people remember most.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Kalapatthar viewpoint for panoramic mountain views
- Trek to Pheriche via Lobuche and Dughla
Landmarks Kalapatthar Mount Everest Ama Dablam Lhotse Nuptse Pumori Lobuche Dughla Pheriche 
- Day 11
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Start the descent from Pheriche toward Namche, passing through Pangboche along the way. Stop at Tengboche village for lunch where the monastery provides beautiful views of Ama Dablam and the surrounding peaks. Continue to Kyangjuma where trails split off toward Gokyo Valley and other areas. Finish the descent to Namche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Tengboche)
Included Activities
- Trek to Namche Bazaar via Pangboche
- Stop at Tengboche for lunch
Landmarks Pangboche Tengboche Tengboche Monastery Ama Dablam Kyangjuma Namche Bazaar - Day 12
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
The downhill walk from Namche to Lukla takes most of the day and many say it's the hardest part of the trek, not because of terrain but because you're leaving the Himalayas behind. Trek through pine and rhododendron forests with snow-capped mountains visible in the distance. Pass through Phakding and continue on to Lukla by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Lukla via Phakding
Landmarks Phakding Lukla - Day 13
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu with final views of the Himalayas during the flight. Once you land, head to your hotel to rest and clean up. Celebrate completing the trek with other group members and join everyone for a farewell dinner later in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in Kathmandu)
Included Activities
- Flight to Kathmandu
Landmarks Kathmandu - Day 14
Kathmandu to Airport
Your time in Nepal comes to an end today. After saying goodbye to your trek group, a company representative will go with you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. Safe travels.
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
