Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where a representative meets you for the transfer to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to walk around the historic city and get oriented at your own pace.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (alpine-club-of-himalaya)
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu city independently
- Day 2
Kathmandu
Following breakfast, you'll have a full guided tour through Kathmandu's main sites. Start at Durbar Square to see the temples and traditional Newari architecture like Kal Bhairav, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kasthamandap, and Kumari Ghar. From there, head to Swoyambhunath Stupa for valley views before moving on to Pashupatinath Temple along the Bagmati River. Your final stop is Boudhanath Stupa, then you'll wrap up with a welcome dinner in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Visit Durbar Square
- Visit Swoyambhunath Stupa
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
Landmarks Durbar Square Kal Bhairav Hanuman Dhoka Taleju Temple Kasthamandap Kumari Ghar Swoyambhunath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa - Day 3
Kathmandu to Phakding
Catch an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport, then trek downhill past farmlands and Sherpa villages like Chheplung, Ghat, Sano, and Thulo Gumela. Along the way you'll see Drangdrak Gompa and Pema Choling Gompa monasteries with views of sacred Kumbila mountain and Kusum Kanguru peaks. The day ends when you reach Phakding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding
- Visit Drangdrak Gompa
- Visit Pema Choling Gompa
Landmarks Lukla Airport Drangdrak Gompa Pema Choling Gompa Kumbila Kusum Kanguru - Day 4
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Today's trek takes you to Namche Bazaar through hamlets of Zamphute and Tok Tok with Thamserku mountain in view. You'll pass through Sherpa villages including Benkar, Chumoa, and Monjo before reaching Utche Choling Gompa above the Dudh Koshi River. After entering Sagarmatha National Park, the route gets steeper with a high bridge crossing and a challenging final climb into Namche Bazaar where you'll get your first clear look at Mt. Everest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site)
Landmarks Thamserku Utche Choling Gompa Dudh Koshi River Sagarmatha National Park Mt. Everest Lhotse-Nuptse ridge - Day 5
Namche Bazaar
Stay in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization as your body adjusts to the high altitude. Take short walks or hike a few hundred feet to nearby villages and terraced fields to see the local area. You'll have views of Kwangde, Khumbu Peak, Thamserku, and Kusum Kanguru mountains. If it's Saturday, check out the market with its crowds of people in traditional dress.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization walks and exploration around Namche Bazaar
- Visit Saturday market at Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Kwangde Khumbu Peak Thamserku Kusum Kanguru - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Yak Kharka
The trail climbs steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forests with juniper and large conifers appearing as you gain elevation. This section is particularly nice in spring. You'll pass Yak Kharka summer settlements throughout the day with views of Khumbi La and Tawache mountains framing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar through rhododendron forest to Yak Kharka
Landmarks Khumbi La Tawache - Day 7
Yak Kharka to Machherma
You'll climb a ridge with excellent views down the valley toward Kangtega and up toward Cho Oyu. After descending to a river, the trail climbs steeply up to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier, and you'll reach Machherma by early afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Machherma
Landmarks Kangtega Cho Oyu Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 8
Machherma to Gokyo
Today you trek to Gokyo, which becomes your base camp for the next two nights. Once you arrive, you'll have several days to do various hikes and explore the Gokyo Valley area from this location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machherma to Gokyo
- Day 9
Gokyo
Spend the day in Gokyo exploring the lake and hiking north to see other sacred lakes in the area. You'll return to Gokyo for the overnight stay, giving you a chance to rest and enjoy the high-altitude setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Stroll around Gokyo Lake
- Hike north to other sacred lakes
- Return to Gokyo
Landmarks Gokyo Lake - Day 10
Gokyo Ri
Get an early start climbing Gokyo Ri. You'll cross the stream at the north end of the village and ascend for about two hours to reach the summit with its prayer flags. From the top, the views are expansive: Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Taboche mountains all visible with the Ngozumpa Glacier spread across the landscape below. Head back down to Gokyo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb Gokyo Ri
- View panoramic mountain vistas from Gokyo Ri summit
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Cho Oyu Mt. Everest Lhotse Makalu Cholatse Taboche Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 11
Gokyo to Dole
You'll descend from Gokyo back to Dole, retracing the same route you used for the ascent. This is a good day to take your time and enjoy the downhill trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek descent from Gokyo to Dole
- Day 12
Dole to Namche Bazaar
Continue descending to Namche Bazaar, passing through the typical Sherpa village of Khumjung along the way. As you move down the mountain, the landscape gradually transitions away from the high peaks until you reach Namche Bazaar again.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek descent from Dole to Namche Bazaar via Khumjung
Landmarks Khumjung - Day 13
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Follow the Dudhkoshi River back to Lukla where your trek officially concludes. This final section brings you out of the mountains and back to the airport town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek descent from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Landmarks Dudhkoshi River - Day 14
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla Airport. After landing, you'll have free time to shop for gifts and souvenirs. In the evening, join a farewell dinner where you'll review photos and share stories from the trek with others in the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Leisure time for shopping
- Day 15
Kathmandu
This optional day allows you to extend your stay if you'd like. Talk with your tour operator about additional activities such as game drives at national parks, rafting, mountain biking, or organized tours to nearby areas like Tibet, India, or Bhutan.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (alpine-club-of-himalaya)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Game drive at national parks
- Rafting
- Mountain biking
- Tours to Tibet
- Tours to India
- Tours to Bhutan
