Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
After you land at Kathmandu International Airport, a driver will be waiting to take you to your hotel. This first day is really just about settling in and getting some rest after your journey, so there's nothing scheduled beyond that.
- Day 2
Kathmandu
You'll head out for a morning sightseeing tour around Kathmandu that runs about 4 to 5 hours. The route takes you through several world heritage sites including temples, monasteries, stupas, and the old royal palace courtyard where you'll see how the city has developed over centuries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half day sightseeing in Kathmandu visiting Boudhanath and Pasupatinath with city guide
- Visit world heritage sites including temples, monasteries, and stupas
- Visit old royal palace courtyard
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Kathmandu
- Dinner in Kathmandu
Landmarks Boudhanath Pasupatinath - Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Early morning flight to Lukla gives you views of the mountains including Mt. Everest from the plane. After landing and taking some time to adjust, you'll start walking to Phakding village on your first trekking day, passing through farm villages and seeing the surrounding landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek to Phakding village
Landmarks Mt. Everest - Day 4
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Today you trek from Phakding across the Dudh Kosi River and walk through villages like Toc-Toc, Bhenkar, and Monjo to reach Sagarmatha National Park. After crossing a bridge and climbing uphill, you'll arrive at Namche Bazaar where there are restaurants, shops, a post office, and internet cafes to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek over Dudh Kosi River
- Trek through villages of Toc-Toc, Bhenkar, and Monjo
- Entry to Sagarmatha National Park
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Exploration time in Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Namche Bazaar - Day 5
Namche Bazaar
This is your acclimatization day, so you're staying put in Namche but can do light activity. You might walk up to Everest View Hotel or head to the Namche viewpoint for views of Mt. Everest and nearby peaks, and you can visit the Sagarmatha National Park museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Short hike to Everest View Hotel or Namche viewpoint
- Visit Sagarmatha National Park museum
- Acclimatization rest day in Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Mt. Everest Amadablam Sagarmatha National Park Museum - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Dole
From Namche, you trek toward Gokyo Lake with steady climbing and walking. The trail goes north up to Mong hilltop at 3,973m/13,035ft, then drops down to Phortse Thanghka before moving through rhododendron forest to Dole where you'll spend the night with views of Khumbila and Tawache.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kyangima near Shanasa
- Climb to Mong hilltop
- Trek through rhododendron forest to Dole
Landmarks Khumbila Tawache - Day 7
Dole to Machherma
You walk along a level valley path to Lhabarma Kharka at 4,325m/14,190ft, then continue to Luza at 4,390m/14,400ft. After skirting around a ridge and heading downhill, you reach Machherma for lunch and overnight. The afternoon gives you time to rest and take a short hike with views of Mt. Cho Oyo at 8,210m/26,960ft.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Lhabarma Kharka and Luza
- Trek to Machherma
- Short hike for views of Mt. Cho Oyo and Ngozumba Glacier
- Acclimatization rest time
Landmarks Mt. Cho Oyo Ngozumba Glacier - Day 8
Machherma to Gokyo Lake
From Machherma, you follow a scenic path to Pangka at 4,545m/14,910ft, then climb over rocky terrain into the ablation valley and past the first and second lakes before reaching Gokyo Lake at 4,790m/15,715ft. The afternoon is free to rest and walk around the lake area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Pangka
- Trek through ablation valley to Gokyo Lake
- Short walk around Gokyo Lake
- Rest time at Gokyo
Landmarks Gokyo Lake Mt. Cho Oyo Gyachung Kang - Day 9
Gokyo
An early start takes you hiking up to Gokyo Ri at 5,357m/17,572ft for views of multiple high peaks including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Cholatse, Taweche, and Mt. Makalu. After coming back down to Gokyo for lunch, the rest of the afternoon is yours to relax and enjoy the scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Gokyo Ri viewpoint at 5,357 meters
- Views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyo, Gyachung Kang, Cholatse, Taweche, and Mt. Makalu
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mt. Everest Mt. Lhotse Mt. Makalu Cholatse Taweche - Day 10
Gokyo to Thaknak
You walk for a few hours from Gokyo to Thaknak at the base of the Tsho-la pass near Na village at the foot of Ngozumba glacier. The afternoon is free for rest and preparation since tomorrow you'll be doing an early morning climb over the pass.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thaknak at base of Tsho-la pass
Landmarks Ngozumba Glacier - Day 11
Thaknak to Dzong-la
Before sunrise you start a challenging climb over the Cho-la pass, walking over rocky moraine (and potentially snow depending on season). After reaching the top surrounded by Cholatse, Nirekha, and Taboche peaks, you descend to a small valley at Dzong-la for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb to Cho (Tsho)-la pass
- Trek over moraine to pass summit
- Descent to Dzong-la
Landmarks Cho-la Pass Cholatse Taboche - Day 12
Dzong-la to Lobuche
After yesterday's hard work, today's trek is moderate with gentle walking through valleys with good mountain views. Near Thugla where the Khumbu glacier becomes a river, the trail from Pheriche joins yours. After a short rest, an hour-long walk brings you to Lobuche for overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dzong-la through valley
- Trek to Thugla
- Trek to Lobuche
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier - Day 13
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp
This is your final push to Everest Base Camp. You walk moderately for a few hours, then climb over glacier and moraine to Gorakshep at the bottom of Mt. Pumori. From there you continue to Everest Base Camp near the Khumbu glacier to see the Ice Fall and views from base camp itself, then return to Gorakshep.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Gorakshep
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- View Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers
- Return trek to Gorakshep
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Mt. Pumori Kalapathar Khumbu Glacier Khumbu Ice Fall - Day 14
Gorakshep to Pheriche
In the morning you climb to Kalapathar at 5,545m/18,192ft, the highest point on this trek, with close views of Mt. Everest and surrounding peaks. After spending time at this vantage point, you descend back to Gorakshep for breakfast, then trek downhill to Pheriche for overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb to Kalapathar at 5,545 meters
- Views of Mt. Everest at close distance
- Trek to Pheriche
Landmarks Kalapathar Mt. Everest - Day 15
Pheriche to Thyangboche
The return journey starts with easy downhill walking through Pangboche. After crossing a bridge, you climb for about two hours to reach Thyangboche Monastery set among high peaks with views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama-Dablam. You can go inside to watch monks at prayer and chanting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Pangboche
- Trek to Thyangboche Monastery
- Visit Thyangboche Monastery
- Observe monks at prayer and chanting
Landmarks Thyangboche Monastery Mt. Everest Mt. Lhotse Ama-Dablam - Day 16
Thyangboche to Monjo
You retrace your steps back to Shanasha where the trails from Khumjung and Gokyo meet. Following the main path downhill and on gradual terrain, you'll reach Namche Bazaar, then continue retracing the route to Monjo for overnight near the Sagarmatha National Park entrance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Shanasha
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Trek to Monjo
Landmarks Namche Bazaar - Day 17
Monjo to Lukla
The last trek day takes you through green scenery with a few short climbs. There's one longer climb of about 45 minutes before reaching Lukla. Once you arrive, you'll have dinner with your Sherpa crew, porters, and trekking team to celebrate finishing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Celebration dinner with Sherpa crew, porters, and trekking members)
Included Activities
- Trek to Lukla
- Celebration dinner with Sherpa crew and porters
- Day 18
Lukla to Kathmandu
An early morning flight takes you back to Kathmandu in about 35 minutes with scenic views of snowcapped peaks. Weather can cause delays, but the flight usually departs early to avoid afternoon winds. Upon landing at the domestic terminal, staff will transfer you back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Landmarks Mt. Everest - Day 19
Kathmandu
This day is held as a backup in case the Lukla flight got delayed or cancelled due to weather. If flights went smoothly and your itinerary stayed on track, this day is free for your own activities, or you can take an optional tour around Kathmandu to visit places you might have missed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional tour around Kathmandu at places of interest
- Individual activities in Kathmandu
- Day 20
Kathmandu to Airport
On your final day, staff will check your flight tickets and arrange your transfer to the airport about two hours before your flight departure so you have time to check in and prepare to leave.
