Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
A representative meets you at Kathmandu airport and takes you to your hotel in Thamel. Spend your afternoon walking through the lively markets, checking out the colorful temples and pagodas, or picking up any last-minute gear you need. This evening your guide briefs the group on what's ahead, then everyone heads to a local Nepali restaurant for a welcome dinner together.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport pick up by private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local Nepali restaurant)
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Welcome dinner at local Nepali restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel markets and streets
- Last-minute equipment shopping
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
You'll take a scenic domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then start trekking toward Phakding. This small village sits in the Khumbu region along the Dudh Kosi River valley at 2,610 meters elevation, and you'll reach it after your first day on the trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek to Phakding
Landmarks Dudh Kosi River - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
The day involves crossing several suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi River as you trek through Tok-Tok, Benkar, and Monjo. You'll show your trekking permit at the Sagarmatha National Park entrance gate, then cross the Hillary suspension bridge before tackling a steep uphill climb to Namche Bazaar. This bustling village has restaurants, internet cafes, pubs, a post office, ATM and banks, so it's a good place to settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Tok-Tok, Benkar, and Monjo
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Dudh Kosi River Hillary Suspension Bridge - Day 4
Namche Bazaar
Today is for acclimatization, so you'll stay active by trekking to Khunde and Khumjung for great views of Mt. Everest before heading back to Namche Bazaar. If you want, drop by the Namche Bazaar museum to see the Yeti skull, check out the local bakery, or just wander through the village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Khunde and Khumjung villages
- Mt. Everest viewpoint
Optional Activities
- Visit Namche Bazaar Yeti skull museum
- Explore Namche Bazaar bakery
- Stroll around Namche Bazaar village
Landmarks Mt. Everest - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek along the Dudh Kosi River with views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Taboche and Amadablam as you climb to Tengboche at 3,800 meters. The Tengboche monastery here has ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot Buddha sculpture, Lama instruments and robes. You can either join a prayer ceremony with monks this evening or catch one tomorrow morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along Dudh Kosi River
- Visit Tengboche monastery
- Prayer ceremony observation (evening or morning)
Landmarks Mt. Everest Lhotse Taboche Ama Dablam Tengboche Monastery Dudh Kosi River - Day 6
Tengboche to Dingboche
Head downhill for three to four hours on a forest trail, cross the Imja Khola river, and pass through Pangboche with its distinctive rock-walled fields. After that you'll continue to Dingboche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Downhill trek through forests
- Cross Imja Khola river
- Trek through Pangboche village
Landmarks Imja Khola - Day 7
Dingboche to Chhukung
Trek from Dingboche, which is surrounded by peaks like Ama Dablam, Nuptse-Lhotse, Tawache and Cholatse, heading toward Chhukung. You'll pass through stone-walled fields in the Imja Khola Valley, cross icy moraines, and go through Bibre where Island Peak comes into view. The trail crosses several streams before reaching Chhukung, with views of Ama Dablam and Amphu Labtsa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Imja Khola Valley
- Cross icy moraines
- Trek to Chhukung
Landmarks Ama Dablam Nuptse Lhotse Tawache Cholatse Island Peak Amphu Labtsa Imja Khola - Day 8
Chhukung
Today is another acclimatization day in Chhukung. You'll have superb views of Mt. Ama Dablam and Island Peak from the village and nearby areas. Scramble up to Chhukung Ri for panoramic views of Ama Dablam and Amphu Labtsa mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization trek to Chhukung Ri
- Views of Mt. Ama Dablam
- Views of Island Peak
Landmarks Ama Dablam Island Peak Amphu Labtsa Chhukung Ri - Day 9
Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp
Follow a steep trail ascending to Island Peak Base Camp. You'll pass below the southern flank of the moraine from the Lhotse Glacier and follow a stream to reach Island Peak Base Camp, where you'll stay overnight before attempting the summit tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Island Peak Base Camp
- Tented camp accommodation
Landmarks Island Peak Base Camp Lhotse Glacier 
- Day 10
Island Peak Summit to Lukla
This is the main climbing day. You'll depart very early in the morning (weather permitting) to climb Island Peak at 6,187 meters. The route takes you through a gully, across rocky terrain and a ridge with fantastic views of glaciers and crevices. After time at the summit enjoying the views and taking photos, you'll descend back to Chhukung, then take a sharing helicopter to Lukla for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Island Peak summit climb (6,187m)
- Helicopter transfer from Chhukung to Lukla
Landmarks Island Peak 
- Day 11
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu early in the morning with views of the Himalayan Mountains. After arrival, rest or explore areas in Thamel you may have missed, with your guide available for shopping and sightseeing help. This evening you'll have a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural dance show, giving you a chance to say goodbye to your guide and fellow trekkers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with traditional cultural dance show)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at traditional Nepali restaurant with cultural dance show
Optional Activities
- Rest at hotel
- Last-minute shopping in Thamel
- Visit places in Kathmandu missed on Day 1
- Day 12
Kathmandu to Airport
A Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative picks you up about 3 hours before your scheduled international flight and takes you to Kathmandu airport. As you head home, you might already be thinking about your next climbing expedition to Nepal.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport drop by private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
