Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Your company representative meets you at Kathmandu airport or your designated arrival point and drives you to the hotel. After checking in, take time to rest and settle in. You'll want to get acclimated to the city and prepare mentally for the trek that starts soon.
Optional Activities
- Nagarjun Jungle Jeep Safari
- Kathmandu Day Tour
- Ultra Light Flight
- Zip Flyer - 1 Hour
- Rock Climbing - 6 Hours
- Paragliding Tandem Flight
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Salleri
Head out from Kathmandu in a local jeep or bus for an 8-9 hour drive to Salleri. The winding mountain roads take you through terraced farms, along riverbanks, and into pine forests. You'll see views of snow peaks including Dudhkunda and Everest as the road climbs into Solukhumbu district.
Included Activities
- Drive through scenic hilly landscapes with views of Sunkoshi River and Okhaldhunga
Landmarks Sunkoshi River Dudhkunda (Numpur Himal) Mount Everest - Day 3
Salleri to Taksindo
After an early breakfast, start trekking on easy trails through scattered village settlements. The path follows streams and passes through pine forests, taking you past Fera and Ringmo. By afternoon, you'll reach Taksindo where you'll spend the night resting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early breakfast
- Trek through scattered village settlements
- Walk through pine forests
- Trek to Taksindo
Landmarks Numpur Himal - Day 4
Taksindo to Paiya
The trek starts by crossing Khari-Khola, then climbs steep hills to reach Bupsa Danda ridge with exceptional views of the mountains around you. From there, the trail moves through woodland into higher Khumbu areas. You finish the day at Paiya village, located in the forest.
Included Activities
- Cross Khari-Khola
- Climb to Bupsa Danda ridge
- Trek through woodland to Paiya village
- Day 5
Paiya to Namche
Get an early start for a challenging day with steep ascents toward Namche. You'll cross the Hillary Bridge, the highest bridge in the Khumbu region, then enter Sagarmatha National Park where Mount Everest comes into view for the first time. Arrive at Namche, a vibrant Sherpa settlement built into a steep mountainside.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Hearty dinner at Sherpa family-run teahouse)
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Trek to Monjo and Namche
- Cross Hillary Bridge
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park
- First view of Mount Everest
- Stay at Sherpa teahouse with hot shower and dinner
Landmarks Hillary Bridge Sagarmatha National Park Mount Everest Namche Bazaar - Day 6
Namche
This is an acclimatization day, so your body can adjust to higher altitude. In the morning, hike with your guide to Shyangboche and visit Hotel Everest View, one of the world's highest hotels with remarkable mountain views. Later, walk back to Namche and check out the Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest Photo Gallery.
Included Activities
- Acclimatization hike to Shyangboche
- Visit Hotel Everest View
- Visit Sherpa Culture Museum
- Visit Everest Photo Gallery
Landmarks Hotel Everest View Sherpa Culture Museum Everest Photo Gallery Ama Dablam Lhotse Nuptse - Day 7
Namche to Tengboche
Trek at a relaxed pace through rhododendron woodlands past quiet villages. The trail offers views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. You'll pass the Imja Khola river and reach Tengboche, where the Tengboche Monastery sits against a dramatic mountain backdrop.
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron woodlands
- Pass Himalayan villages
- Visit Tengboche Monastery
- View monastery murals and statuary
Landmarks Imja Khola Tengboche Monastery Ama Dablam - Day 8
Tengboche to Dingboche
Wake to see the sunrise over Ama Dablam, then have breakfast before heading out. Trek toward Dingboche by crossing the Imja Khola and passing through Pangboche. Along the way, you'll walk past mani walls, prayer flags, and chortens, passing Orsho before arriving at this high-altitude Sherpa village.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Ama Dablam
- Breakfast
- Cross Imja Khola
- Trek to Dingboche
Landmarks Ama Dablam - Day 9
Dingboche
Another acclimatization day with a hike to a small hill south of Dingboche. The climb rewards you with panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Kantega, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Cholatse. The vistas from up here make the effort worthwhile.
Included Activities
- Acclimatization hike to viewpoint south of village
- Panoramic mountain views
Landmarks Ama Dablam Kantega Lhotse Nuptse Cholatse - Day 10
Dingboche to Lobuche
Trek slowly as the air becomes thinner at higher elevation. Scenery turns bare and desolate above the tree line. You'll reach Lobuche, a cluster of teahouses run by local Sherpas, surrounded by dramatic high mountains. Get an early night since tomorrow brings the main push to Everest Base Camp.
Included Activities
- Trek above tree line to Lobuche
- Day 11
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp
After an early breakfast, trek to Gorakshep first, then leave your heavy gear behind and continue to Everest Base Camp. Cross the Khumbu Glacier with its otherworldly landscape of ice formations and grey boulders. Spend time exploring expedition campsites and the Khumbu Icefall while standing directly beneath Mount Everest, then return to Gorakshep.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Early breakfast)
Included Activities
- Early breakfast
- Trek to Gorakshep
- Cross Khumbu Glacier
- Visit Everest Base Camp
- Explore expedition campsites
- View Khumbu Icefall
Landmarks Gorakshep Khumbu Glacier Everest Base Camp Khumbu Icefall 
- Day 12
Kala Patthar to Pheriche
Wake before sunrise and hike to Kala Patthar, the most popular viewpoint in the Everest region and the highest point of your trek. From there, take in panoramic views of Mount Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Changtse. Descend back to Gorakshep for breakfast, then continue down to Pheriche, home to a clinic run by the Himalayan Rescue Association.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise hike to Kala Patthar
- Panoramic mountain views
- Breakfast
- Descent to Pheriche
Landmarks Kala Patthar Mount Everest Pumori Nuptse Lhotse Changtse - Day 13
Pheriche to Namche
Descend from Pheriche to Pangboche with close views of Ama Dablam, then continue downhill crossing the Imjatse River bridge. After that, climb for an hour to Tengboche Monastery surrounded by green vegetation and trees. From there, descend through Phunki Tenga to Kyanjinma, finishing with views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku before returning to Namche.
Included Activities
- Descent to Pangboche
- Cross Imjatse River bridge
- Climb to Tengboche Monastery
- Descend through Phunki Tenga to Kyanjinma
- Trek to Namche
Optional Activities
- Spot wildlife including musk deer, Himalayan Thar, and Danfe
Landmarks Pangboche Ama Dablam Imjatse River Tengboche Monastery Phunki Tenga Kyanjinma Thamserku - Day 14
Namche to Lukla
Take the downhill trail to Lukla, enjoying mountain views for the last stretch of your trek. Stay at a local teahouse and celebrate completing the trek with your crew through singing, dancing, and local brew. Take time to thank and tip the porters, guides, and assistant guides for all their hard work.
Included Activities
- Trek downhill to Lukla
- Evening celebration with local crew
- Day 15
Lukla to Kathmandu
Wake early and catch your morning flight back to Kathmandu, watching the Himalayas pass beneath your window. After landing, you'll get transferred to your hotel to rest and relax. The Thamel area has plenty of restaurants for dinner before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Hotel transfer
- Rest and leisure time
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
- Dinner at restaurants in Thamel
- Day 16
Kathmandu to Airport
Say goodbye to Kathmandu and head to the airport for your international flight. Your representative will transfer you with plenty of time before departure. If you'd like to extend your stay and explore more of the Himalayas, just contact your tour operator about arranging that.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend your stay in Nepal (contact operator for arrangements)
