Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Kathmandu International Airport where a representative meets you for the hotel check-in. After that, the afternoon and evening are completely open. Take time to walk around this historic city, grab some local food, or just rest up after your flight. The vibe here is busy but friendly, so there's plenty to see if you feel like exploring on your own.
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu city
- Day 2
Kathmandu
Start with breakfast, then head out on a full guided tour of Kathmandu. You'll check out Durbar Square first, where temples and old Newari architecture fill the space. From there, it's on to Swoyambhunath Stupa on a hilltop with great city views. Next comes Pashupatinath Temple along the Bagmati River, and then Boudhanath, one of the largest Buddhist stupas around. By evening, there's a welcome dinner to kick things off properly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided 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 Ghat
An early morning flight takes you to Lukla. The plane descends over farmland and small Sherpa villages while the Dudh Kosi river comes into view. You'll cross suspension bridges over the Thado Kosi and see Kusum Kangru peak in the distance. Then it's a climb up to Ghat where you'll stay for the night, getting your legs used to the altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight to Lukla
- Trek to Ghat
Landmarks Kusum Kangru Dudh Kosi River - Day 4
Ghat to Monjo
Leaving Ghat, you'll trek through areas decorated with mani walls and chortens, passing Tibetan-carved boulders along the way. The trail takes you through the hamlet of Chhunthawa and Phakding, then continues past Zamphute and Tok Tok with Thamserku mountain visible. You'll walk through several Sherpa villages and reach Monjo after roughly three hours, so it's a moderate day to build your trail legs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Monjo
Landmarks Thamserku - Day 5
Monjo to Namche Bazar
Today brings you through more Sherpa villages to Utche Choling Gompa, which sits on a bluff above the Dudhkoshi River. Then you enter Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO heritage site. The second half gets steeper as you climb after crossing a high bridge over the Dudhkoshi River gorge. By the time you reach Namche Bazar, you'll get your first real view of Mount Everest rising in the distance. It's a demanding day but the payoff is worth it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Namche Bazar
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park
Landmarks Utche Choling Gompa Sagarmatha National Park Dudhkoshi River Mount Everest - Day 6
Namche Bazar
This is an acclimatization day in Namche Bazar, so take it easy. You can do short walks or climb a few hundred feet to explore local villages and terraced fields while taking in views of Kwangde, Khumbu Peak, Thamserku, and Kusum Kanguru. If you time it right and it's Saturday, visit the local market where you'll see traders in traditional clothes. The idea is to let your body adjust to the altitude without pushing too hard.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization walks around Namche Bazar
- Visit Saturday market
Landmarks Namche Bazar Market - Day 7
Namche Bazar to Thyangboche
The trek out of the valley starts steep and moves through rhododendron forests. As you gain elevation, juniper and large conifers take over, making this section beautiful especially if you're trekking in spring. You'll pass Yak Kharka and summer settlements with views of Khumbi La and Tawache surrounding you all day. Plan for about five hours of walking as the trail climbs steadily.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forest to Thyangboche area
Landmarks Khumbi La Tawache - Day 8
Thyangboche
You're trekking today with all meals provided throughout the day. Pack your layers because the weather changes fast at altitude, and take breaks when you need them. There's no rush, just steady progress forward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9
Thyangboche to Machhermo
Another five hour trekking day as the trail climbs a ridge giving you excellent views down the valley toward Kangtega and up toward Cho Oyu. After descending to a river, the path gets steep again as you climb to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier. You should reach Machhermo by early noon, giving you the afternoon to rest and acclimate.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Machhermo
Landmarks Kangtega Cho Oyu Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 10
Machhermo
Today is another trekking day with meals included. Keep a steady pace, hydrate often, and don't hesitate to take breaks. Your body is still adjusting to the elevation, so listen to what it needs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 11
Machhermo to Gokyo
After about five hours of trekking, you'll reach Gokyo, one of your main destinations. You'll stay here for two nights, which means tomorrow and the day after bring specific hikes and activities planned around the area. For now, settle in and enjoy having a base camp for a couple days.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Gokyo
Landmarks Gokyo - Day 12
Gokyo Ri
Start early and climb Gokyo Ri, an incredible viewpoint for seeing the mountains. The ascent takes roughly two hours and you'll cross streams on the way up. Once you reach the summit decorated with prayer flags, you get panoramic views of Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Taboche, with the Ngozumpa Glacier spread out below. After taking in the views, head back down to Gokyo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike Gokyo Ri
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Everest Lhotse Makalu Cholatse Taboche Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 13
Gokyo
Spend this day exploring around Gokyo at a relaxed pace. Stroll around the lake and hike north to see the other sacred lakes in the area. Then return to Gokyo where you're staying the night. It's a good day to take photos, write in a journal, or just sit and absorb the mountain surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Gokyo lake
- Hike to other sacred lakes
Landmarks Gokyo Lakes - Day 14
Gokyo
You're trekking again today with meals provided. The landscape around here has a special feel with the glaciers and high peaks all around. Keep moving at your own pace and enjoy the moment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 15
Gokyo to Thame
This is an easier day as you descend to meet the trail from Nangpa La, which leads toward Tibet. You might run into Tibetan traders with caravans of yaks loaded with carpets, salt, and hides, which is a cool part of the experience. Follow the Bhote Kosi Valley heading south to reach Thame, a village with a beautiful monastery that sits dramatically in the landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thame
- Visit Thame monastery
Landmarks Nangpa La Bhote Kosi Valley Thame Monastery - Day 16
Thame
Another trekking day with meals included. The terrain and views shift as you move through different elevations and valleys. Stay hydrated and keep a comfortable rhythm.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 17
Thame
Trekking day with meals provided. You're getting deeper into the Himalayan landscape now, and the experience becomes more about the journey than the destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 18
Thame
Today is a trekking day with meals included. Notice how the vegetation and climate change as you move through different areas. The mountains here have different moods at different times of day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 19
Thame
Another day on the trail with meals provided. By now your body has adjusted quite a bit to the altitude and the daily rhythm of trekking becomes natural.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 20
Thame
Trekking continues today with all meals taken care of. The paths here wind through areas with their own character and stories. Keep moving forward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 21
Thame
You're trekking again with meals included. Energy levels vary from day to day at altitude, so be flexible with yourself and adjust your pace as needed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 22
Thame
Another trekking day with meals provided throughout. By this point in the trek, you're probably feeling the rhythm of mountain life pretty clearly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 23
Thame
Trekking day with meals included. Soak in the final days of high altitude trekking before starting the journey back down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 24
Thame
Another trekking day with meals included as you continue the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 25
Thame to Kathmandu
You'll trek back and make your way back to Kathmandu today. Meals are included throughout the day as you retrace your path and begin the descent from the mountains toward lower elevations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Return trek to Kathmandu
- Day 26
Kathmandu
Spend the day resting in Kathmandu after the trek. Meals are provided, and you can use the time to recover, do laundry, grab a hot shower, walk around the city, or just relax. It's nice to have a full day without trekking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu
- Day 27
Kathmandu
In the evening, there's a farewell event where you'll review photos and swap stories from the trek with other participants. Breakfast and lunch are included, then you'll head to a farewell dinner to wrap things up and celebrate finishing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Farewell event - review photos and share trek experiences
- Day 28
Depart Kathmandu
It's your departure day with breakfast provided. If you're not ready to leave yet, the tour offers optional short trips like game drives at national parks, rafting, mountain biking, or tours heading to Tibet, India, or Bhutan if those interest you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Game drives at national parks
- Rafting
- Mountain biking
- Tibet tours
- India tours
- Bhutan tours
