Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and get transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. After you settle in and freshen up, there's a welcome dinner with traditional Nepalese food and a cultural program showing local customs and traditions.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner with traditional Nepalese food)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with traditional Nepalese food
- Cultural program experience
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
An early morning flight takes you from Kathmandu to Lukla in 35 minutes, with views of snow-covered Himalayan peaks including Mount Everest from the plane. From Lukla, you'll trek for about 4 hours down to Phakding village, crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi River and passing Buddhist Mani walls along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek to Phakding village (approximately 4 hours)
- Explore local culture of Phakding village
Landmarks Mount Everest Mount Kusum Kanguru Dudh Kosi River 
- Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
This day involves about 6 hours of trekking through pine and rhododendron forests with views of Mount Thamserku and Himalayan waterfalls. You'll enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo village and continue up to Namche Bazaar, the main Sherpa settlement in the Khumbu region and your gateway to the Everest area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through forests of pine and rhododendron
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park
- Trek to Namche Bazaar (approximately 6 hours)
Landmarks Mount Thamserku Sagarmatha National Park Monjo - Day 4
Namche Bazaar
You'll spend the day acclimatizing to the higher altitude here in Namche. Check out the Sherpa Museum to learn about local culture, and if you arrive on a Saturday, the colorful weekly market has local goods and handicrafts. There's also an optional hike to Everest View Hotel if you want some views of Mount Everest from a different angle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Optional Activities
- Visit Sherpa Museum
- Explore weekly market (Saturday)
- Hike to Everest View Hotel for Mount Everest views
Landmarks Sherpa Museum Everest View Hotel Mount Everest - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Dole
After breakfast, you'll trek 5 to 6 hours to Dole village through alpine scenery. The route takes you past Sherpa farms and villages with views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam surrounding you as you walk.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Delicious breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole village (approximately 5-6 hours)
- Views of Alpine mountain scenery and highest peaks
Landmarks Mount Everest Mount Nuptse Mount Lhotse Mount Ama Dablam - Day 6
Dole to Gokyo
You'll head to Gokyo by crossing over the ridge into Gokyo valley, known locally as the land of Yeti. The trek takes you through beautiful terrain to Gokyo village where you'll stay in a guest house for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Gokyo village
- Cross ridge to Gokyo valley
Landmarks Gokyo Valley - Day 7
Gokyo
About 4 hours of trekking gets you to the Gokyo guest house by midday, situated on the third of three sacred lakes. After lunch you'll explore the lake area surrounded by glaciers. You can see Mount Cho-Oyu (the sixth highest mountain in the world) and enjoy views from the westernmost point of the Khumbu region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Gokyo (approximately 4 hours)
- Explore three sacred lakes region
- Glacier viewing in Gokyo region
Landmarks Mount Cho-Oyu Gokyo Lakes 
- Day 8
Gokyo Ri
Start before dawn to reach Gokyo Ri for sunrise over the Eastern Himalayas. Watch Mount Everest turn red in the morning light and see how the snow colors shift as the day progresses. You'll explore the sacred lakes with mountain reflections in the water and get views of the massive Ngazumpa Glacier from different vantage points.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning trek to Gokyo Ri peak
- Sunrise viewing over Eastern Himalayas
- Explore sacred lakes
- Ngazumpa Glacier viewing from multiple viewpoints
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mount Everest Ngazumpa Glacier - Day 9
Gokyo to Mongla
You'll begin the trek back toward Lukla on an alternative route through Mongla hill, a small settlement you'll reach after about 7 hours of walking. The path goes through forests of silver fir, pine, rhododendrons, and other mountain trees while you hear bird calls and see wildflowers along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Gokyo to Mongla (approximately 7 hours)
- Trek through silver fir, pine, rhododendron, and Mongolia tree forests
- Day 10
Mongla to Jorsalle
You'll trek through small villages on a 7 to 8 hour day to reach Jorsalle. The scenic route helps make the longer trekking day feel more manageable with its natural beauty and interesting stops along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through small villages
- Trek to Jorsalle (approximately 7-8 hours)
Landmarks Jorsalle - Day 11
Jorsalle to Lukla
A 7 to 8 hour trek brings you back to Lukla airport, passing through areas where other trekkers on the Everest Base Camp route also come through. When you arrive in the evening, confirm your morning flight back to Kathmandu before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Jorsalle to Lukla (approximately 7-8 hours)
Landmarks Mount Everest - Day 12
Lukla to Kathmandu
Your morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu takes about an hour, though flight times can shift due to mountain weather. Once you arrive, you'll head to your hotel and have the rest of the day to relax with a hot bath, look for souvenirs, or explore on your own. This day acts as a buffer in case weather delays your flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Domestic flight Lukla to Kathmandu
- Hotel transfer in Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Shopping for souvenirs
- Explore Kathmandu independently
- Day 13
Kathmandu
You'll have a free day to see Kathmandu valley at your own pace, walking around to observe local life and traditions. There are UNESCO heritage sites to visit, shops to browse, or you can just rest. That evening, join a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant where you can share stories from your Gokyo Trek and enjoy local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant with local cuisine)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant
Optional Activities
- Visit UNESCO world heritage sites
- Shopping in Kathmandu
- Explore Kathmandu valley independently
- Walk around to experience local culture and lifestyle
- Day 14
Departure from Kathmandu
You'll depart Kathmandu today. Many travelers think about extending their time to explore more of Nepal. Safe travels, and the hope is to see you back in the Himalayas someday.
