Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
You'll catch an early flight from Kathmandu heading to Lukla at 2886m, then begin your trek toward Phakding. The path follows the left bank of the Dudh Koshi river with Nupla peak visible across the valley. It's a gentle climb as you work your way up the mountainside, and you'll reach Phakding by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640m) following Dudh Koshi river
Optional Activities
- Porter service to carry luggage (available at additional cost of USD 250 for 10 days)
Landmarks/POIs Nupla Dudh Koshi River - Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Today's trek takes you to Namche Bazaar at 3440m following the right bank of Dudh Koshi river, with views of Thamserku peak along the way. You'll pass through several villages including Monjo, then pay the Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee. After that comes a steep push up into the valley where you'll get your first solid views of Everest and Lhotse. Namche Bazaar sits in a central location surrounded by mountain ranges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee
- Views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m) during trek
Landmarks/POIs Sagarmatha National Park Thamserku Mount Everest Lhotse Namche Bazaar Monjo Bengar Chumoa - Day 3
Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
The trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche at 3867m offers panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Tawoche. You'll walk through Trashinga and Phunki Tenga on your way up. Once at Tyangboche, the sunrise and sunset views of Everest and Ama Dablam are excellent for photography and just taking in the scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m)
- Panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Tawoche
Landmarks/POIs Ama Dablam Mount Everest Lhotse Nuptse Tawoche Trashinga Phunki Tenga Tyangboche - Day 4
Tyangboche to Dingboche
From Tyangboche, you head down to Dingboche at 4260m. The route takes you through a rhododendron forest, then you'll cross a suspension bridge at Imja Khola and move toward Minlinggo. After that, you enter the Imjatse Valley with views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse coming into sight as you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m)
- Descent through rhododendron forest
- Cross suspension bridge at Imja Khola
Landmarks/POIs Deboche Imja Khola Minlinggo Imjatse Valley Ama Dablam Nuptse Lhotse Dingboche - Day 5
Dingboche to Lobuche
This is a five and a half hour trek from Dingboche to Lobuche. The trail stays relatively gentle up to Pheriche village with panoramic views of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde, Kongma-tse and Nuptse. You'll stop for lunch at Dugla at 4595m before continuing the final stretch into Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Dugla (4595m)), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
- Views of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde, Kongma-tse and Nuptse
Landmarks/POIs Pheriche Mt. Tawache Ama Dablam Pokalde Kongma-tse Nuptse Dugla Lobuche - Day 6
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep
The trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep at 5140m is considered the most rewarding part. You'll wind through rocky paths and across Khumbu glacier with close views of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse. After reaching Everest Base Camp, you'll return to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5140m)
- Visit Everest Base Camp
- Views of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse
- Trek through Khumbu glacier
Landmarks/POIs Everest Base Camp Gorakshep Khumbu Glacier Nuptse Lho-La Khumbutse - Day 7
Gorakshep to Kala Patthar to Pheriche
Starting early, you'll climb to Kala Patthar at 5545m to catch the sunrise over Everest, Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbetse, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and many other peaks. Later you trek down to Pheriche at 4243m where the Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post is located with volunteer doctors available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5545m)
- Sunrise views from Kala Patthar
- Trek from Kala Patthar to Pheriche (4243m)
- Access to Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post with volunteer doctors
Optional Activities
- Medical consultation with foreign volunteer doctors at Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post
Landmarks/POIs Kala Patthar Mount Everest Mt. Pumori Mt. Lingtren Mt. Khumbetse Mt. Nuptse Mt. Lhotse Mt. Ama Dablam Mt. Thamserku Pheriche Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post - Day 8
Pheriche to Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar
You'll trek from Pheriche back to Namche Bazaar via Tyangboche, which takes about four and a half hours. Along the way, you stop at traditional villages like Khumjung and Khunde to visit the monastery that houses the Yeti Scalp. Arriving at Namche Bazaar in the late afternoon gives you time to settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar via Tyangboche
- Visit traditional village of Khumjung
- Visit traditional village of Khunde
- Visit monastery with Yeti Scalp
Landmarks/POIs Tyangboche Khumjung Khunde Namche Bazaar - Day 9
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
This final trekking day brings you from Namche Bazaar back to Lukla with lunch served en route. Once you reach Lukla, you'll have time to freshen up and rest before catching your flight back to Kathmandu the next morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the way), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Landmarks/POIs Namche Bazaar Lukla - Day 10
Lukla to Kathmandu
An early flight from Lukla takes you back to Kathmandu. Upon landing, tour representatives will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Your afternoon is free for rest or any last-minute shopping. Around 6 PM, you'll head to Bhojan Griha, a traditional Nepali restaurant, for a farewell dinner with live traditional music and dance.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at Bhojan Griha, a typical Nepali restaurant with traditional music and dance (around 6 PM))
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Airport transfer from TIA to hotel
- Farewell dinner at Bhojan Griha (typical Nepali restaurant with traditional music and dance)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon shopping in Kathmandu
Landmarks/POIs Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Bhojan Griha Kathmandu
