Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Your representative meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport and takes you by private coach to your hotel. You'll go over trekking equipment and permits with the team, then settle in for the night.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (Kathmandu tribhuwan intarnation airport)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu
This is a free day to explore Kathmandu or join optional sightseeing tours. You can visit Pashupatinath, the Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan if you'd like. In the afternoon, you'll meet your trekking guide to go through your equipment. You'll stay at the hotel again.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley - UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan
Landmarks Pashupatinath Boudhanath Swayambhunath Patan - Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla - Phakding
A 40-minute flight takes you from Kathmandu to Lukla. From there, you trek to Phakding over 3-4 hours, spotting views of Mt Nupla and Kusum Kangaru along the way. You'll sleep in Phakding tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding (approximately 3-4 hours)
Landmarks Mt Nupla Kusum Kangaru - Day 4
Phakding to Namche
You trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar, which takes 5-6 hours. The route passes through Jorsalle with waterfalls and Sherpa villages, walking through rhododendron, magnolia, and fir forests. On clear days, you'll see Kusum Kangru, Thamserku, Everest, and Nuptse before reaching Namche Bazaar. Tonight you'll stay in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (5-6 hours)
Landmarks Jorsalle Kusum Kangru Thamserku Mount Everest Nuptse - Day 5
Namche Bazaar
You have an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Your guide helps you pick a short hike to Thame, Khunde, Khumjung, or up to Everest View Hotel for clear views of Mount Everest. Otherwise, relax and explore Sherpa culture in the village. You'll stay in a guesthouse here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Acclimatization hike options: Thame, Khunde, Khumjung, or Everest View Hotel (guide will select based on conditions)
Optional Activities
- Explore Sherpa culture in Namche Bazaar village
Landmarks Thame Khunde Khumjung Everest View Hotel - Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga
You trek from Namche to Phortse Thanga, climbing Khumjung hill and descending eastward through a broad valley to the Dudh Koshi river. Your guide picks the best route. You'll visit Mohang, birthplace of a re-incarnated Lama believed to have brought Buddhism to the region. The trail descends steeply to the river. You'll sleep near Phortse Thanga.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga
- Visit Mohang - birthplace of re-incarnated Lama of Rongbuk Monastery
Landmarks Khumjung Mt. Khumbila Mohang Rongbuk Monastery - Day 7
Phortse Thanga to Machhermo
You trek uphill from Phortse Thanga to Machhermo, walking alongside rhododendron forests and passing a waterfall. The trail goes through Tongba, Dole, Labarma, and Luza villages, with the Dudh Koshi River alongside you throughout the day. You'll overnight in Machhermo.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Phortse Thanga to Machhermo (4,470m)
Landmarks Tongba Village Dole Labarma Luza - Day 8
Machhermo to Gokyo
You trek to Gokyo by climbing a ridge with views down the valley and up towards Cho Oyu. The trail passes Phangkha before reaching the Ngazumpa Glacier. You'll cross a stream via iron bridge and walk past three turquoise glacier lakes before reaching Gokyo village. After lunch, you can explore around the third lake. You'll stay in Gokyo tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo
- Explore around the third lake, Dudh Pokhari (after lunch)
Landmarks Kangtaiga Cho Oyu Phangkha Ngazumpa Glacier Longpongo Lake Taboche Tsho Lake Dudh Pokhari Lake 
- Day 9
Gokyo
This is an acclimatization day with an optional hike to Gokyo Ri. In the morning, you can hike this peak for fantastic views of the Khumbu region and four of Nepal's seven highest peaks. You'll descend to the fourth lake, Thonak Tsho, then return. If time permits, hike to the fifth lake, Ngozumba Tsho, for views of the longest Himalayan glacier. You'll overnight in Gokyo.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Optional Activities
- Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) - optional acclimatization hike with panoramic views of Khumbu region
- Additional hike to fifth lake, Ngozumba Tsho (if time permits and depending on physical conditions)
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Thonak Tsho Lake Ngozumba Tsho Lake Ngozumba Glacier - Day 10
Gokyo to Thagnak
If you didn't climb Gokyo Ri yesterday, you do it today. It's a steep, demanding trek lasting 3-4 hours but offers magnificent scenery of Gokyo village and the Ngazumpa Glacier. You'll trek through the glacier to the other side, traverse along a mountain edge, then meander to Thagnak. This short day leaves the afternoon free for rest. You'll overnight in Thagnak.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Gokyo to Thagnak via Ngazumpa Glacier
Optional Activities
- Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) if not completed on Day 9 - approximately 3-4 hours to reach the top
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Kusum Kanguru Thamserku Kangtega Taboche Cholatse Makalu Lhotse Nuptse Mount Everest Changtse Pumori - Day 11
Thagnak to Cho La Pass - Dzongla
This is one of the toughest days. The Cho La pass involves a steep glacier traverse where icy rocks make the trail slippery. You trek through a ravine and rocky trail, pass a frozen lake, then reach the pass decorated with prayer flags. From here you'll see pyramidal Ama Dablam, Cholatse, and Lobuche East rising around you. You navigate some crevasses to reach Dzongla Village. You'll sleep in Dzongla.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Thagnak to Cho La Pass (5,367m)
- Cross Cho La Pass and trek to Dzongla
Landmarks Cho La Pass Ama Dablam Cholatse Lobuche East Baruntse - Day 12
Dzongla to Lobuche
This is a short trek from Dzongla to Lobuche, leaving plenty of time to relax. You walk down on a grassy trail with views of Lobuche Peak, then the trail curves through a wide river bed before reaching Lobuche. Spend the rest of the day resting to prepare for tomorrow's longer trek. You'll stay in Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche (4,940m)
Landmarks Lobuche Peak - Day 13
Lobuche to Gorak Shep - Everest Base Camp
You trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep by following the narrow space between glacier moraine and wall, then cross tributary mountain glaciers to the dry lake bed. Stop for lunch, then continue to Everest Base Camp to explore the area. You'll experience the energy of climbers attempting Mount Everest, then trek back to Gorakshep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Gorakshep), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170m)
- Trek from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and explore the area
- Trek from Everest Base Camp back to Gorak Shep
Landmarks Everest Base Camp 
- Day 14
Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar - Pheriche
You leave early and trek to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for one of the trek's highlights, enjoying a 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Everest and surrounding mountains. Weather is typically bright and clear. You return to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then make a gradual descent to Pheriche where you'll rest. You'll overnight in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Gorak Shep), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m) - early morning hike with 360-degree panoramic views
- Trek from Kala Patthar descent to Pheriche (4,280m)
Landmarks Kala Patthar - Day 15
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
You trek back towards lower elevations, walking along hillsides covered with rhododendrons and junipers. If it's spring, you'll see pink and red rhododendron flowers. Before Tengboche the trail drops to Phunki Thanga, passing through pine forests where you might spot mountain goats, snow leopards, and colorful pheasants. You'll reach Namche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing - mountain goats, snow leopards, and pheasants in pine forests
Landmarks Tengboche Phunki Thanga - Day 16
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
You trek from Namche down to Lukla. The trail descends steeply, crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi river, then becomes flatter as you pass through rhododendron and pine forests with views of snow peaks in the distance. You'll pass through Phakding before reaching Lukla. After lunch, stay in Lukla for your final night with the trekking crew.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,850m)
Landmarks Phakding - Day 17
Lukla to Kathmandu
You thank your porters, then fly one hour from Lukla back to Kathmandu. If the flight's on schedule, you'll be back at the hotel before noon for a shower and rest. Join a celebratory dinner in Kathmandu in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with Nepali cultural dance)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Celebratory dinner in Kathmandu with Nepali cultural dance
- Day 18
Kathmandu
Your representative transfers you to the airport for your onward journey.
- End point
- Departure Terminal, KTM Airport, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Adventure Himalayan travels and Treks)
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
