Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
The representative meets you at Kathmandu airport and drives you to your 3-star hotel in Thamel. Spend the afternoon however you like, whether that's resting at the hotel or walking through the Thamel district to check out the shops, cafes, and local restaurants.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport pickup by Private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel district
- Last-minute shopping
- Visit local cafes or restaurants
- Day 2
Kathmandu
A guided tour takes you through Kathmandu Valley starting with Pashupatinath temple on the Bagmati River, then Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple). After lunch you'll head to Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later you return to Thamel for shopping and trek prep with your guide.
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley
- Visit Pashupatinath temple
- Visit Bouddhanath temple
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Durbar Square
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping around Thamel
Landmarks Pashupatinath Bouddhanath Swayambhunath Durbar Square Bagmati River - Day 3
Kathmandu to Dolakha
The bus ride from Kathmandu to Dolakha offers occasional views of snow-capped peaks along the way. You'll stop at Bhimeswor Temple, one of the oldest temples in the area at around 200 years old. Once in Dolakha, you'll set up camp next to the river for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bus journey from Kathmandu to Dolakha with views of snow-capped peaks
- Visit Bhimeswor Temple
Landmarks Bhimeswor Temple - Day 4
Dolakha to Sigatte
Starting from Dolakha, the trail heads toward Sigatte via Piguti through several villages. You'll cross streams and trek through jungle where wild orchids and rhododendrons grow. The day ends at camp in Sigatte.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dolakha to Sigatte via Piguti
- Day 5
Sigatte to Jagat
Today takes you into the Bhote Koshi Valley near the Tibetan border. The route passes through valleys with terraced farmlands and charming villages, then through dense rhododendron forest. Before reaching Jagat you'll cross a suspension bridge, and from there you get great views of Gaurishankar peak (7145m/23,442ft) and Melungtse (7181m/23,560ft).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Bhote Koshi Valley
- Cross suspension bridge before Jagat
- View Gaurishankar and Melungtse peaks
Landmarks Gaurishankar Melungtse - Day 6
Jagat to Simigaon
Heading east from the valley, the trek ascends to Simigaon, a Sherpa and Tamang village. Terraced farmland covers the surrounding countryside. Along the trail just above Gaurishankar Village sits a Tibetan monastery on a hill that you'll encounter on the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Simigaon (Sherpa and Tamang village)
- View Tibetan monastery above Gaurishankar Village
Landmarks Gaurishankar Village - Day 7
Simigaon to Pass
The trail passes through a Sherpa village with lots of flora and fauna around you. Continuing on, you'll reach Yak Naka, a temporary yak shed where locals produce butter and cheese at certain times. The day ends at camp at the pass.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Sherpa village
- Visit Yak Naka (temporary yak shed)
Landmarks Yak Naka - Day 8
Pass to Beding
Moving upward through rhododendron trees, the trail crosses a suspension bridge over the gorge. After that, you arrive at Beding, a fairly large Sherpa village where you'll camp overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron trees
- Cross suspension bridge over gorge
- Arrive at Beding Sherpa village
Landmarks Beding - Day 9
Beding to Na
The short trek to Na takes you to a river valley where vibrant blue glacial lakes reflect the surrounding mountains. Na Village sits in a valley just below Tsho Rolpa Glacier Lake with views of snow-covered peaks like Chobutse, Chugimago, and Yalung Ri. You'll camp in this small Sherpa village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Na
- Explore glacial lakes
- View Tsho Rolpa Glacier Lake and surrounding peaks
Landmarks Tsho Rolpa Glacier Lake Chobutse Chugimago Yalung Ri - Day 10
Na
An acclimatization day allows your body to adjust before higher elevations. To stay active you trek up to Ramdung Go where Gaurishankar, Men Lung, Yalung and Tibetan mountains come into view. Returning to Na for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization trek to Ramdung Go
- View Gaurishankar, Men Lung, Yalung and Tibetan mountains
Landmarks Ramdung Go - Day 11
Na to Rolpa Lake
From Na the trail heads to Rolpa Lake, passing several glacial lakes on the way. Men Lung is visible from this location. Camp overnight at Rolpa Lake.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Na to Rolpa Lake
- Pass several glacial lakes
Landmarks Rolpa Lake - Day 12
Rolpa Lake to Trakarding Glacier
An early start gets you on the trail toward Trakarding Glacier. Following alongside glaciers, you'll stop to set up camp for the night. Time to explore the area around your campsite is available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Trakarding Glacier
- Explore area around camp
Landmarks Trakarding Glacier - Day 13
Trakarding Glacier to Tashi Lapcha Pedi
From Trakarding Glacier the route heads to Tashi Lapcha Pedi camp at 5755m/18,881ft elevation. You'll climb over rocks and onto glaciers along the way before establishing camp at this high altitude location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tashi Lapcha Pedi camp at 5755m
- Climb over rocks and glaciers
Landmarks Tashi Lapcha Pedi - Day 14
Tashi Lapcha Pedi to High Camp
Ascending through Tashi Lapcha Pass to reach Tashi Lapcha High Camp makes for an exciting but tiring day. The trail up is likely snow-covered with a steep drop on the other side. Camp at High Camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ascend to Tashi Lapcha Pass
- Trek to Tashi Lapcha High Camp
Landmarks Tashi Lapcha Pass - Day 15
Tashi Lapcha High Camp to Thyomgbo
Following the trail from Tashi Lapcha High Camp, you pass through the village of Ngole on your way to Thyomgbo. The route crosses the glacier before descending to Thyomgbo where you'll stay at a teahouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tashi Lapcha High Camp to Thyomgbo
- Pass through Ngole village
- Cross glacier
Landmarks Ngole - Day 16
Thyomgbo to Thame
A long trek day means starting before dawn to head toward Thame. The terrain offers beautiful scenery throughout. Stay at a teahouse tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Long trek from Thyomgbo to Thame
Landmarks Thame - Day 17
Thame to Namche Bazaar
The trail reaches Sanasa at 3550m/11,644ft where massive Khumbu peaks come into view including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. After passing several villages and tea shops, you cross the Dudh Koshi River at Phunki Tenga where forest birds chirp around you. The undulating trail then leads to Namche Bazaar where you stay at a teahouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Sanasa at 3550m
- View Khumbu region peaks including Mt Everest
- Cross Dudh Koshi River at Phunki Tenga
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Sanasa Phunki Tenga Namche Bazaar Mount Everest Nuptse Lhotse Ama Dablam Thamserku Kusum Kanguru Dudh Koshi River 
- Day 18
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
The final trail day brings you back to Lukla. Take time to reflect on the trek and your accomplishments during this physically demanding journey. The afternoon is free so you can relax and enjoy a hot shower. Come evening, celebrate with your guides with drinks and dancing after all you've accomplished.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner with guides)
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Landmarks Lukla - Day 19
Lukla to Kathmandu
After about 30 minutes in the air, the flight brings you back to Kathmandu. From there you transfer to your deluxe hotel in Thamel where you can rest or, if energy remains, walk around to find a quiet cafe.
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Transfer to deluxe hotel in Thamel
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel district
- Visit local cafes
- Day 20
Kathmandu
A leisure day in Kathmandu lets you go shopping or visit sights you may have missed earlier. You stay overnight at the deluxe hotel on bed and breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Kathmandu
- Visit Kathmandu sights
- Day 21
Kathmandu
Your final day in Nepal marks the end of this mountain adventure. A representative takes you to the airport at least three hours before your scheduled flight. On the way home, you might already be thinking about planning your next Nepal adventure.
- End point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport drop by private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Kathmandu airport
