Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
You'll get picked up early from your hotel for the mountain flight out of Kathmandu to Lukla, with views of the Himalayan peaks including Mt. Everest along the way. Once you land, you'll meet your local Sherpas and start walking to Phakding. The trek takes about 4 hours through pine and cedar forests as you follow the Dudh Kosi River. By evening you'll settle into a tea house for your first night.
- Meals
- Dinner (Mountain dinner at tea house)
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (4 hours)
- Meet local Sherpas
Landmarks/POIs Mt. Everest Dudh Kosi River - Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
After breakfast in the mountain, you'll hike 5-6 hours toward Namche Bazaar. The route crosses the Dudh Kosi River and moves through the Khumbu valley where porters have walked for generations. The first part is manageable as you pass through Monjo and Jorsalle, but the second half gets steeper with a challenging climb through blue pine forests. You'll reach Namche Bazaar with your first direct look at Mt. Everest. This trading hub is where you can check equipment, hire additional gear for higher altitudes, and explore the local scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Aromatic breakfast in the mountain)
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (5-6 hours)
- Cross Dudh Kosi River crossings
- Pass through Monjo and Jorsalle
- Ascent through blue pine forest
- Reach Namche Bazaar trading hub
Optional Activities
- Pool hall in Namche Bazaar
- Nightlife in Namche Bazaar
- Equipment rental for high altitudes
Landmarks/POIs Namche Bazaar Dudh Kosi River Khumbu Valley Mt. Everest - Day 3
Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization)
Today you're staying in Namche Bazaar to let your body adjust to the altitude. Rather than just sitting around, health experts suggest keeping active, so you have several options. You could take a short walk to Everest View Resort, head to Thame, explore Khunde, or wander around Namche itself. The Tourist Visitor Center is only about 100 metres away and shows artifacts from early Everest expeditions along with information about Sherpa culture and local wildlife and plants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Short hike for acclimatization
- Visit Tourist Visitor Center near Sagarmatha National Park
- View relics and exhibits about Everest climbers and Sherpa culture
Optional Activities
- Short hike to Everest View Resort
- Visit Thame
- Visit Khunde
- Explore Namche Bazaar
- Visit government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, bakery
Landmarks/POIs Sagarmatha National Park Everest View Resort Namche Bazaar - Day 4
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
The trek from Namche to Tengboche covers mountain paths with close views of peaks like Thamserku, Kantega, and Ama-Dablam, plus distant looks at Mt. Everest and Lhotse. This 4-5 hour walk takes you through rhododendron forests past mani walls and stone stupas, stopping at Phunge Thanka for lunch. After eating, you'll cross a suspension bridge and then face a tough 1.5-hour climb to reach Tengboche. You'll arrive at Tengboche Monastery, the region's largest, and attend the evening prayer ceremony with the monks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (4-5 hours)
- Trek through rhododendron forests
- Pass mani walls and Chorten stupas
- Cross suspension bridge
- Ascent to Tengboche Monastery
- Visit Tengboche Monastery and attend evening prayer ceremony
Landmarks/POIs Tengboche Monastery Ama-Dablam Thamserku Mt. Everest Lhotse - Day 5
Tengboche to Dingboche
If you missed the monastery ceremony last night, there's an optional early morning session. After breakfast with mountain views at your lodge, you'll organize your pack and stretch before heading out. The trek goes down through rhododendron forests to Deboche, where you cross an exciting bridge over the rushing Imja Khola. From there the path climbs gradually through Pangboche and Somare village where you'll stop for lunch. Later you'll follow a slow, gentle stage along the valley wall crossing open plains until the valley splits.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with mountain views at the lodge), Lunch (Lunch at Somare village)
Included Activities
- Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
- Trek through rhododendron forest to Deboche
- Cross bridge over Imja Khola
- Trek through Pangboche and Somare village
- Valley walk to Dingboche
Optional Activities
- Early morning monastery prayer ceremony
Landmarks/POIs Deboche Imja Khola Pangboche Somare Dingboche - Day 6
Dingboche to Labuche
Starting from Dingboche after breakfast, you'll begin a significant climb toward Pheritse village. The path moves slowly through an extensive alpine valley with views of Ama-Dablam, Lhotse, Phortse peak, and Cholatse. You'll reach Dughla for a photo stop or lunch before the tougher mountaineering section toward Labuche. From Dughla the climb gets harder with a demanding push up to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu glacier, taking roughly an hour. At the top sit stone monuments honoring climbers who didn't return. The afternoon brings views of Pumori, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Labuche peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Dingboche)
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Labuche
- Ascent toward Pheritse village
- Trek through alpine valley
- Climb to Khumbu glacier terminal moraine
- View memorial monuments at moraine
Optional Activities
- Photo stop at Dughla
- Lunch at Dughla
Landmarks/POIs Dingboche Pheritse Ama-Dablam Lhotse Dughla Khumbu Glacier Pumori Nuptse Labuche Peak - Day 7
Labuche to Mt. Everest Base Camp to Gorak Shep
You'll trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp traveling across the broad Gorak-Shep plateau. Along the way you'll see memorials for Indian army mountaineers. The route can be hard to follow so staying close to your guide matters. The thin air at this altitude makes walking exhausting as you cross rocky terrain, moraine, and streams. At Everest Base Camp you'll see some of the world's highest peaks standing out starkly against the gray landscape, especially noticeable in spring. Khumbuste, Nuptse, and Pumori rise all around. You'll return to Gorak Shep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp
- Trek through Gorak-Shep plateau
- Pass Indian army mountaineers' memorials
- Traverse rocky dunes, moraine, and streams
- View world's highest peaks from Base Camp
- Return trek to Gorak Shep
Landmarks/POIs Mt. Everest Base Camp Gorak Shep Khumbuste Nuptse Pumori Mt. Everest - Day 8
Gorak Shep to Kala Pathar to Lukla
Start early to watch the sunrise from Kala Pathar, a photographer's ideal spot with 360-degree peak views and Mt. Everest directly in front of you. After getting your photos, you'll head back down to Gorakshep for breakfast. Then you'll prepare for a scenic helicopter flight back to Lukla with great views of the surrounding mountains. Once back in Lukla, you can rest and enjoy quality food and lodging. Spend time visiting local spots, trying local food, or celebrating with your trekking team. A farewell dinner with the group will be arranged.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Gorakshep after sunrise hike)
Included Activities
- Sunrise hike to Kala Pathar
- Views from Kala Pathar
- Return trek to Gorakshep
- Helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla
- Stay in Lukla
- Visit local places in Lukla
- Farewell dinner and gathering
Optional Activities
- Local food experiences in Lukla
- Celebrate trek success with team members
Landmarks/POIs Kala Pathar Mt. Everest Gorak Shep Lukla - Day 9
Lukla to Kathmandu
An early flight takes you from Lukla back to Kathmandu. When you land, rest or do some shopping and visit places you might have missed on arrival. Your guides will help with picking souvenirs or seeing more sights. This evening you'll have a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural dance performance included.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at traditional Nepali restaurant with traditional cultural dance show)
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at traditional Nepali restaurant
- Traditional cultural dance show
Optional Activities
- Rest after arrival
- Shopping
- Souvenir shopping with guide assistance
- Sightseeing with guide assistance
Landmarks/POIs Lukla Kathmandu
