Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Your Nepal Guide Treks representative meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport and drives you to your hotel in central Kathmandu. After you get settled, there's time to rest or stop by the NGT office for trip details. Later in the evening, the company hosts a welcome dinner.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Kathmandu Airport )
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Welcome dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit NGT office for additional trip information
- Day 2
Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparations
You'll explore 3-4 UNESCO world heritage sites in the Kathmandu valley. During this time, complete all necessary paperwork and get ready for the Nirekha Peak climbing section of your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing around UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley
- Trek and climbing preparations
Optional Activities
- Visit UNESCO heritage sites (note: not all sites can be visited in one day; recommend selecting 3-4 sites)
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding Trek
An early morning flight takes you from Kathmandu to Lukla. From there, start trekking along the Dudh Koshi river through pine forest and past Mani walls to Ghat. Then continue with uphill and downhill sections to reach Phakding for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla along Dudh Koshi river to Phakding
Landmarks Dudh Koshi River 
- Day 4
Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek
Trek from Phakding crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi river. You'll pass through Benkar and Monjo, then register at Sagarmatha National Park. Continue climbing through forested areas until you reach Namche Bazaar, known as the Sherpa Capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding through Benkar and Monjo
- Sagarmatha National Park registration
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park Namche Bazaar 
- Day 5
Namche Bazaar Acclimatization
Stay at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization while exploring the extensive market town. Hike up to Khunde Hospital (built by Sir Edmund Hillary) or walk up to Syangboche at 3800 meters/12,467 feet for views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Check out the National Park Centre and Museum above town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
- Exploration of Namche Bazaar town
Optional Activities
- Hike to Khunde Hospital
- Walk to Syangboche at 3800 meters for mountain views
- Visit National Park Centre and Museum
Landmarks Khunde Hospital Syangboche Namche Bazaar National Park Centre and Museum Mount Everest Ama Dablam - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Dole Trek
Trek uphill from Namche Bazaar to Khumjung village with its own Gompa and views of Thamserku, Kantega, and Ama Dablam. Continue up to a large chorten on a ridge, then descend to Phortse Tenga and climb steeply through rhododendron and birch forest to reach Dole.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Khumjung
- Trek from Khumjung through Phortse Tenga to Dole
Optional Activities
- Visit Khumjung Gompa
Landmarks Khumjung Gompa - Day 7
Dole to Gokyo Trek
Leave Dole and climb along a side valley past summer settlements toward Machhermo. From Machhermo, descend gradually following meltwater rivers from Ngozumpa Glacier. Climb steeply into a valley passing three of five Gokyo lakes, then reach Gokyo village on the eastern shore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole through Machhermo to Gokyo
- Trek past Gokyo lakes
Landmarks Gokyo Lakes Ngozumpa Glacier 
- Day 8
Gokyo Ri Summit and Trek to Dragnag
Start early for a steep zigzag climb to Gokyo Ri summit, one of the best viewpoints in the Everest region. After about two hours, see the sunrise over Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and surrounding peaks. After descending and having lunch back in Gokyo, trek to Dragnag village on Ngozumpa Glacier's shore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gokyo Ri summit hike with sunrise viewing
- Trek from Gokyo to Dragnag
Landmarks Gokyo Ri - Day 9
Dragnag to Nirekha Peak Base Camp
Gradually ascend from Dragnag passing through glaciers and rocky mountains toward Cho La Pass. Follow a small trail heading north toward Nirekha Peak Base Camp. When you arrive, your Sherpa crew sets up camp and conducts health checks and climbing equipment inspections.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dragnag to Nirekha Peak Base Camp
- Base camp setup and health/equipment checks
Landmarks Cho La Pass - Day 10
Nirekha Peak Base Camp Acclimatization
At approximately 5,000 meters/16,404 feet, rest and acclimatize to help prevent altitude sickness. Explore around base camp while your Sherpa crew prepares equipment and sets up higher camps for the summit attempt.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization at base camp
- Exploration of base camp area
- Day 11
Base Camp to High Camp
Ascend steeply from base camp for several hours using fixed ropes and crampons on snow-covered and slippery terrain. Move carefully at this high alpine altitude, making steady progress to a good camping site where High Camp gets established. Your crew makes final preparations for tomorrow's climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from base camp to high camp
- Use of fixed ropes and crampons
- Day 12
Nirekha Peak Summit Climb
Start early to reach the summit before noon, when strong winds can make things difficult. Work through technical sections following your guides, moving steadily toward Nirekha Peak's summit. From the top, see views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, Pumori, Thamserku, Tawche and Ama Dablam. Spend time at the peak before descending back to base camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nirekha Peak summit climb
- Descent to base camp
Landmarks Nirekha Peak - Day 13
Base Camp to Machhermo Return Trek
After summiting Nirekha Peak, take the day easy and start heading back. Retrace your steps from base camp through Dragnag toward Gokyo valley. Have lunch at Gokyo and continue to Machhermo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nirekha Peak Base Camp to Gokyo
- Trek from Gokyo to Machhermo
- Day 14
Machhermo to Namche Bazaar Return Trek
Trek downhill from Machhermo through summer settlement areas to Dole. Then steep downhill sections through dense rhododendron forest toward Phortse Tenga. Climb back up to a ridge and pass through Khumjung settlement before an easier trail brings you back to Namche Bazaar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machhermo through Dole and Phortse Tenga
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Day 15
Namche Bazaar to Lukla Trek
Your final trekking day: descend from Namche Bazaar through Monjo on a pleasant walk with a few short uphill sections through dense forest. Cross Bhote Koshi River three times, then tackle a final uphill climb of about 45 minutes to get back to Lukla.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla
Landmarks Bhote Koshi River - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu Flight and Sightseeing
Take an early morning scenic flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu. After landing and getting to your hotel, relax or visit any UNESCO sites you didn't see on Day 2. Spend time walking around the busy streets of Kathmandu and exploring the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Airport transfer to hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit UNESCO heritage sites not visited on Day 2
- Walk around Kathmandu city streets
- Day 17
Kathmandu Exploration and Farewell Dinner
Head out early to visit Kathmandu's temples and walk around the shopping streets of Thamel. Spend quality time exploring the city and then gather in the evening for a final farewell dinner celebrating your successful Nirekha Peak climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Temple visits in Kathmandu
- Exploration of Thamel shopping streets
- Farewell dinner celebration
- Day 18
Departure from Kathmandu
Your airport representative will drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight schedule for departure.
- End point
- Departure Terminal, KTM Airport, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Kathmandu Airport )
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer and drop-off
