Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Land at Tribhuvan International Airport where someone from the company will pick you up and take you to your hotel. You'll spend the evening getting to know your fellow trekkers and guides, then head to bed early to prepare for the trek ahead.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel by private vehicle., 00:00 - 00:00)
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Head to the airport for a 40-minute domestic flight to Lukla, and you'll see mountain views the whole way. Once you land, the trek starts right away, taking 3 to 4 hours through natural forest to reach Phakding village for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (3-4 hours)
Landmarks Lukla Airport Dudh Koshi River - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar along the Dudh Koshi riverside trail with pine, oak, and rhododendron forests surrounding you. You'll pass through Monjo, which marks the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park, and keep climbing with mountain views the entire way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Pass through Monjo (Sagarmatha National Park entrance)
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Monjo - Day 4
Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization)
Take a rest day to let your body adjust to the elevation. Hike up to Hotel Everest View where the panoramic views of the Khumbu region spread out below you, and spend time walking through the local community to see how people live at this altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Hotel Everest View
- Explore local community and lifestyle
Landmarks Hotel Everest View - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Dole
After breakfast in Namche Bazaar, trek toward Dole and watch the massive mountains come into close view as you climb. Once you arrive, there's time to walk around and get a sense of the area and the people living here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole
- Explore surrounding area of Dole
- Day 6
Dole to Machherma
Trek upward to Machherma, reaching 4470m/14,665 feet elevation. The mountain landscape opens up around you with glaciated areas visible, and you'll have free time to explore the village and talk with locals about their daily life and traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Machherma (elevation 4470m)
- Explore Machherma village culture and lifestyle
Landmarks Machherma - Day 7
Machherma to Gokyo Lake
Trek to Gokyo Lake at 4470m/14,665 feet through rocky terrain that takes some effort. The clear water of the lake reflects the surrounding mountains like a mirror, and the whole area has a quiet, isolated feeling.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machherma to Gokyo Lake (4470m)
Landmarks Gokyo Lake - Day 8
Gokyo Lake (Gokyo Ri climb)
Climb Gokyo Ri early in the morning, reaching 5360m/17,585 feet and checking out views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyo, and other peaks from the summit. Spend the full day exploring Gokyo Valley and the surrounding terrain, then return to sleep at Gokyo lakeside.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb Gokyo Ri (5360m)
- Full day excursion of Gokyo Valley and surrounding area
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mount Everest Makalu Cho Oyo - Day 9
Gokyo to Thagnag
Trek from Gokyo Valley to Thagnag across snowfields with views of the mountains and peaks all around you. This section involves some challenging conditions and terrain, but the landscape and experience make it worthwhile. Later, walk around Thagnag in the evening to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Gokyo Valley to Thagnag through snowfields
Landmarks Thagnag - Day 10
Thagnag to Dzongla (Chola Pass)
This is one of the most demanding trekking days, climbing Chola Pass at 5368m/17,612 feet where Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyo, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cholaste, Tawache, and Gyachung Kang all come into view. Then descend to Dzongla and check out the surrounding area before settling in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Chola Pass (5368m)
- Descend to Dzongla
- Explore surrounding area of Dzongla
Landmarks Chola Pass Dzongla Mount Ama Dablam Mount Lhotse Mount Nuptse - Day 11
Dzongla to Lobuche
Trek from Dzongla toward Khumbu Glacier with Tawache and Cholaste mountains visible throughout the day. The altitude makes itself known with extreme cold, and by the time you reach Lobuche Village, you'll feel the full effects of the elevation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche
- Trek toward Khumbu Glacier
Landmarks Khumbu Glacier Lobuche Mount Tawache Mount Cholaste - Day 12
Lobuche to Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp
Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep while taking in constant mountain views and peaks around you. Visit Everest Base Camp, the main setup point for climbers going for the summit, and stand at the base of the world's highest mountain. Descend back to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep
- Visit Everest Base Camp
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Gorakshep - Day 13
Gorakshep to Kalapatthar to Panboche
Trek to Kalapatthar for close-up views of Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Pumori, mountains, and glaciers spread across the horizon. From there, continue trekking to Panboche, a small settlement, and walk through the village to see how it's organized and what daily life looks like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kalapatthar
- Trek to Panboche
- Explore Pangboche village
Landmarks Kalapatthar Pangboche Mount Pumori - Day 14
Panboche to Namche Bazaar
Trek back down to Namche Bazaar from Panboche with distant mountain views keeping the scenery interesting the whole way. Once you arrive in Namche Bazaar, you'll have wifi access so you can contact people back home and share photos from your trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Namche Bazaar - Day 15
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Trek along a sandy path through landscape with mountain views, though this section takes real effort and can feel strenuous. Get to Lukla Bazaar and spend time shopping for local items and celebrating the successful trek with special drinks. Spend the evening exploring before you sleep.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
- Explore Lukla Bazaar
- Explore surrounding area of Lukla
Landmarks Lukla - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu in the morning and see snowy mountains through the plane windows during the flight. Transfer to your hotel, then spend time relaxing or checking out Kathmandu sights and markets. Later in the evening, have a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance)
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance
Optional Activities
- Explore sights of Kathmandu
- Shopping in Kathmandu market
Landmarks Kathmandu - Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
A company representative picks you up and drives you to the airport about 3 hours before your international flight. You'll have plenty of time to think back on your adventure and consider when you might return to Nepal.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Drop to Airport by private vehicle., 00:00 - 00:00)
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
