Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive in Kathmandu and get picked up by private vehicle to head to your hotel. Once you've settled in, take a walk around Thamel market to get oriented and start getting used to the altitude. This gives you a chance to see the local scene and grab some food if you're hungry.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Your location )
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel market
Landmarks Thamel Market - Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
A 30-minute flight takes you over the Himalayas to Lukla, where you'll see snow-capped peaks the whole way. From there, start trekking along the Dudh Koshi River and walk through Sherpa settlements. You'll pass Ghat village with its Buddhist inscriptions, then continue to Phakding where you'll stay the night. This first day of trekking is shorter to help your body adjust.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 30-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2-3 hours) along Dudh Koshi River
- Pass through Chheplung settlement
- Visit Ghat village with Buddhist Om Mani Padme Hum inscriptions
Landmarks Mt. Kusum Kanguru Dudh Koshi River Lukla - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek for 5 to 6 hours through pinewood forests and across several suspension bridges. You'll go through Benkar Village, Monjo, and Jhorsalle while climbing through rhododendron woodland inside Sagarmatha National Park. If the weather's clear, you might catch your first view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. By evening, you'll reach Namche Bazaar, the main hub for the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through pinewood and Benkar Village
- Cross multiple suspension bridges
- Trek through Monjo and Jhorsalle villages
- Trek through rhododendron woodland in Sagarmatha National Park
- Views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse (on clear days)
Landmarks Mt. Everest Mt. Lhotse Mt. Nuptse Sagarmatha National Park Larja Dobhan Bhote Koshi River 
- Day 4
Namche Bazaar
This day is for resting and letting your body adjust to the higher altitude. Head out on short hikes to Everest View Hotel, then continue to the Sherpa villages of Khumjung and Khunde. Alternatively, spend your time in Namche Bazaar checking out shops and local spots. Either way, you're taking it easy to acclimatize properly before going higher.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Short hike to Everest View Hotel for acclimatization
- Visit Khumjung village (3,780m)
- Visit Khunde village (3,840m)
- Explore Sherpa villages
- Explore Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Everest View Hotel Khumjung Khunde Namche Bazaar - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek down a winding trail through dense pinewood with views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, and Mt. Lhotse the whole way. You'll walk through Sanasa and Kenjoma villages, cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, and pass a water-operated prayer wheel. The day ends at Tengboche Monastery where the mountain views are really something special.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek 5-6 hours through pinewood forests
- Trek through Sanasa and Kenjoma villages
- Cross suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River
- Pass water-operated prayer wheel
- Visit Tengboche Monastery
- Views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, and Mt. Lhotse
Landmarks Mt. Ama Dablam Mt. Everest Mt. Lhotse Mt. Nuptse Tengboche Monastery Dudh Koshi River - Day 6
Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek northward for 5 to 6 hours, starting with a small suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River. Follow a trail beside the Imja Khola through rhododendron woodland and walk through Sherpa villages like Deboche and Pangboche. You'll see various Chortens and Mani walls along the way, plus views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Kongma-Tse, and Tawache. You'll end up in Dingboche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River
- Trek through rhododendron woodland
- Trek through Deboche and Pangboche villages
- View Chortens and Mani walls
- Views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Kongma-Tse, and Mt. Tawache
Landmarks Mt. Ama Dablam Mt. Nuptse Mt. Kongma-Tse Mt. Tawache Imja Khola Dingboche - Day 7
Dingboche
Stay in Dingboche, a stone-fenced Sherpa village at over 4,000m that's known as the gateway to Chukhung. This rest day helps with acclimatization. Take a short hike to Nangkartshang Gompa for views of Mt. Makalu, or walk to Chukhung for views of Island, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam peaks with their ice walls. It's a good day to let your body adjust before going higher.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rest and acclimatization at Dingboche
- Optional short hike to Nangkartshang Gompa
- Optional hike to Chhukung
Optional Activities
- Short hike to Nangkartshang Gompa for Mt. Makalu views
- Hike to Chhukung for views of Island, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam peaks
Landmarks Mt. Makalu Mt. Ama Dablam Mt. Lhotse Nangkartshang Gompa Chhukung Amphu Lapcha Pass Ama Dablam Base Camp - Day 8
Dingboche to Lobuche
Trek for 4 to 5 hours through high Himalayan scenery. You'll descend to Pheriche village, then trek through alpine meadows and greenery toward Dughla. Continue to Thokla Pass at 4,830m where memorials mark climbers who've passed before. Walk over lateral moraines of the Khumbu glacier with views of Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, and nearby peaks. You'll reach Lobuche by the end of the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Pheriche village
- Trek through alpine meadows and greenery
- Trek through Dughla
- Pass Thokla Pass (4,830m)
- View memorials to fallen climbers
- Trek over Khumbu glacier lateral moraines
- Views of Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, and neighboring peaks
Landmarks Mt. Ama Dablam Mt. Taboche Mt. Cholatse Thokla Pass Khumbu Glacier Mt. Lhotse Mt. Lhotse Shar Mt. Nuptse - Day 9
Lobuche to Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp
This is the day you reach Everest Base Camp. Trek for 7 to 8 hours through rugged terrain down to Gorakshep at 5,170m, passing views of the Khumbu glacier, Mt. Pumori, and Mt. Nuptse. From there, continue uphill through glacial moraine to Everest Base Camp at 5,364m. You'll see mountaineers' colorful tents, the Khumbu Icefall, and snow-covered mountains. After spending time there, trek back down to Gorakshep.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,170m)
- Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
- View Khumbu Icefall
- Trek back to Gorakshep from Base Camp
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Gorakshep Khumbu Icefall Mt. Pumori Mt. Nuptse Mt. Everest 
- Day 10
Gorakshep to Kalapatthar to Lukla
Start hiking before dawn for a 4 to 5 hour trek to Kalapatthar at 5,545m, which has the best sunrise views of Mt. Everest. Prayer flags decorate the viewpoint, and the sunrise over Mt. Everest with Mt. Pumori in the foreground is really striking. After taking in the views, trek back to Gorakshep where a helicopter waits to fly you back to Lukla. From the air, you'll see the snow-capped peaks and pristine lakes below.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kalapatthar viewpoint (5,545m)
- Watch sunrise over Mt. Everest from Kalapatthar
- Helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla
- Aerial views of Himalayan Range and pristine lakes
Landmarks Kalapatthar Mt. Everest Mt. Pumori - Day 11
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu in about 30 minutes with final aerial views of the Himalayas below. After landing, spend the rest of your day resting at the hotel or walking around the city for last-minute souvenirs. You'll have time to recover from the trekking and gather your thoughts about the journey.
Included Activities
- 30-minute flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Final aerial views of the Himalayas
Optional Activities
- Rest at hotel
- City sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Souvenir shopping
- Day 12
Kathmandu - Departure
Your Everest trek comes to an end. A representative will meet you and take you to the airport 3 hours before your flight so everything goes smoothly. From here, you can either book another adventure or head home. It's time to start thinking about your next trip.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Your location )
Included Activities
- Airport transfer and escort 3 hours before departure
