Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll get picked up at Tribhuvan International Airport and driven into central Kathmandu to your hotel. After settling in, you can either rest or stop by the tour office to go over details about your trek and climb ahead.
Optional Activities
- Visit tour office for additional trip information
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
An early domestic flight gets you from Kathmandu to Lukla, which opens up access to the Everest region. Once you land, the trek kicks off following the Dudh Koshi river through pine forests and past Mani walls with a gradual climb to Phakding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding via Ghat
Landmarks Dudh Koshi River 
- Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
The trail continues with some elevation gain and loss heading toward Bengar, where you'll pass the National Park Service entrance. After that, it zigzags uphill to a ridge showing off Everest and Lhotse views, then drops through rhododendron and pine forests into Namche Bazaar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee
Landmarks Mount Everest Lhotse Namche Bazaar - Day 4
Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
This is your acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar to let your body adjust. You can hike to Khunde Hospital (built by Sir Edmund Hillary) or walk up to Syangboche for views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hike to Khunde Hospital
- Walk to Syangboche at 3,800 meters for views of surrounding peaks
Landmarks Khunde Hospital Syangboche - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
After resting, the path drops through Trashinga village then climbs steeply toward Tyangboche. You'll trek through thick forests and reach a stone gate built by lamas that marks your entry into Tyangboche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Landmarks Tyangboche Monastery - Day 6
Tyangboche to Dingboche
You'll gradually work your way up the mountain with Ama Dablam and Kantega in view. The route passes several chortens and Pangboche village with its stone walls around potato fields, then goes past a large Mani Stupa on a mostly moderate trek to Dingboche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Landmarks Ama Dablam Kantega Pangboche 
- Day 7
Dingboche to Lobuche
A downhill trek from Dingboche takes you to Pheriche village. After about two hours you'll hit Dugla at 4,595 meters/15,076 feet where you cross the Khumbu glacier river on a small wooden bridge. Following lunch, you'll climb for around an hour with Mt. Pumori views before reaching Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Optional Activities
- Alternative challenging route from Dingboche to Lobuche via Kongma La Pass at 5,535 meters
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier Mt. Pumori 
- Day 8
Lobuche to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp
The trek follows rocky moraine terrain with glacial ponds and icebergs visible below the Khumbu Glacier. After ascending rocky moraine dunes, you descend to Gorakshep, a flat field with teahouses. From there, head through rocky paths along the Khumbu glacier to Everest Base Camp, spend time exploring, then return to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep
- Visit to Everest Base Camp
Landmarks Kala Patthar Everest Base Camp 
- Day 9
Kala Patthar Summit and Return to Lobuche
An early morning hike to Kala Patthar at 5,545 meters/18,192 feet gives you sunrise views of Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu, Mt Cho Oyu and surrounding peaks. After time at the summit, you'll descend back to Gorakshep for lunch, then retrace your steps to Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning hike to Kala Patthar summit at 5,545 meters
- Trek from Gorakshep back to Lobuche
Landmarks Kala Patthar Mount Everest Lhotse Makalu Cho Oyu 
- Day 10
Lobuche to Lobuche Peak Base Camp
This is a short and easy trekking day. You'll spend some time in Lobuche before taking an easy trail to Lobuche Peak Base Camp. Your Sherpa crew sets up camp and prepares for the higher altitude camps ahead. You'll rest and get ready for the climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Lobuche Peak Base Camp
- Day 11
Climb to High Camp at 5,400 meters
Leaving base camp, you'll follow a narrow snow and ice covered trail that may need ropes and crampons. This demanding ascent includes frequent breaks to regain energy. You'll reach a good campsite at 5,400 meters/17,717 feet where the Sherpa crew sets up camp and checks climbing gear and health before tomorrow's summit attempt.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb from Lobuche Peak Base Camp to high camp at 5,400 meters
- Day 12
Lobuche Peak Summit Climb
Summit day is here. Starting early and fully adjusted to the altitude with all gear ready, you'll climb the south ridge through technical sections aiming for the top before noon to avoid strong afternoon winds. Your guides lead you up for views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse, Pumori and Ama Dablam from the summit before descending.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb Lobuche Peak summit via south ridge
- Descent from Lobuche Peak to base camp
Landmarks Lobuche Peak - Day 13
Base Camp to Pangboche
After successfully summiting Lobuche Peak, you'll descend following a trail past cairns and memorials for climbers lost on Mount Everest. The descent continues through Pheriche before heading to Pangboche for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche Peak Base Camp to Pangboche
Landmarks Pangboche - Day 14
Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
Mostly downhill trekking from Pangboche to Deboche, then a gradual climb to Tyangboche. You'll trek a leveled path before descending to Phungi Thanga, climbing through Kyangjuma, and finishing with a pleasant walk back to Namche Bazaar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar via Deboche and Tyangboche
Landmarks Namche Bazaar - Day 15
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Your final trekking day leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo down to Lukla. You'll descend through dense forests of rhododendron, oak and pine trees on a pleasant walk with a few short climbs. You'll cross the Bhote Koshi River three times before a final uphill climb of around 45 minutes brings you back to Lukla.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Landmarks Bhote Koshi River - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu and Farewell
After breakfast, an early morning flight takes you from Lukla back to Kathmandu. You'll have time to check out the city before your farewell dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu
- Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
Your tour representative will drive you to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight departure time.
