Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Kathmandu airport and get transferred to your hotel. After your journey, spend the day settling in and resting up before your trek begins.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (arrival terminal )
- Day 2
Kathmandu City Tour
Meet with your trek leader at the hotel to go over final preparations. Make sure you have three copies of passport-sized photos and your travel insurance documents ready. Later in the day, walk around Kathmandu to see the sacred temples and historic squares that define the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Bouddhanath Stupa
- Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Breakfast included
Optional Activities
- Walk around Thamel district
- Choose restaurant for dinner
Landmarks Pashupatinath Temple Bouddhanath Stupa Bhaktapur Durbar Square Nyatapol Mandir Thamel District - Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla to Manjo
You'll leave Kathmandu around 1:30 AM and drive to Ramechhap. From there, take a scenic flight to Lukla where you'll meet your local trekking staff. Start your trek and head to Manjo, a small settlement on the banks of the Dudh Koshi River.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Packed breakfast)
Included Activities
- Flight from Ramechhap to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Manjo
- Packed breakfast
Landmarks Lukla Airport Dudh Koshi River Phakding - Day 4
Manjo to Namche
Trek along the Dudh Koshi River with multiple river crossings. You'll see yaks and mules on the trail and cross the highest suspension bridge in the Everest Region. After that challenging section, climb a steep gradient for about 4 hours to reach Namche, the region's largest town. Check out the museum there to learn about Sherpa culture and Everest expedition history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Manjo to Namche
- Visit Sherpa culture museum
- Full board meals during trek
Optional Activities
- Stroll around Namche
Landmarks Namche Bazaar Highest Suspension Bridge - Everest Region - Day 5
Namche to Khumjung
Start with a hike up to Syangboche for great views of Namche, Khumjung village, and the surrounding peaks. Continue on to Khumjung village where you can walk around and visit the museum housing a Yeti skull.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Syangboche
- Trek to Khumjung village
- Visit Khumjung museum
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Syangboche Khumjung Village - Day 6
Khumjung to Tengboche
Head north towards Tengboche, which takes about 6 hours and includes steep uphill sections in the second half. This trail offers excellent photography spots with Himalayan views. Visit the monastery at Tengboche, one of the trek's major highlights, and catch the beautiful evening light from Tengboche Hill.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Khumjung to Tengboche
- Visit Tengboche monastery
- Full board meals during trek
- Breakfast included
Optional Activities
- Walk around Tengboche monastery in the evening
Landmarks Tengboche Monastery Tengboche Hill - Day 7
Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek down to Debuche and then continue to Pangboche, a significant Sherpa settlement. Walk through the village with Mt. Ama Dablam towering on your right. After that, cross a river on winding trails with a short climb up to Dingboche valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tengboche to Debuche to Pangboche to Dingboche
- Full board meals during trek
Optional Activities
- Explore Pangboche village
Landmarks Debuche Pangboche Mt. Ama Dablam Dingboche - Day 8
Dingboche (Rest and Acclimatization Day)
This is your second acclimatization day. After breakfast, take a walk around Dingboche and hike up to Naragsang Hill. Head back to the guesthouse to rest and prepare for the trekking ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Hearty dinner in Dingboche)
Included Activities
- Day hike around Dingboche
- Hike to Naragsang Hill
- Full board meals during trek
- Breakfast included
Landmarks Naragsang Hill - Day 9
Dingboche to Chhukung
Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung at 4710m altitude. This slightly uphill walk takes about two and a half hours total.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Chhukung - Day 10
Chhukung to Island Peak and Lobuche
Start very early, departing around 5:00 AM in winter or 4:30 AM in spring and autumn with a headlamp. Bring a packed lunch. The climb begins gently but gets harder as you go higher. The summit view makes the effort worthwhile. After reaching the top, descend and cross the tough glacier to reach Lobuche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Island Peak climbing experience
- Trek from Chhukung to Lobuche
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Island Peak Khumbu Glacier Lobuche - Day 11
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp
Trek to Everest Base Camp, your main destination. The rocky walk by the Khumbu glacier is rough in places so watch your footing. Stop at Gorakshep for lunch before continuing to Base Camp. Pack snacks and water for the journey. Explore the camp then return to the guesthouse, about 5 hours round trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep
- Trek from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp
- Exploration of Everest Base Camp
- Trek back to Gorakshep
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Gorakshep Khumbu Glacier - Day 12
Gorakshep to Kalapathar and Dzongla
This is a demanding day. Hike up Kalapathar early in the morning to catch the sunrise. As you climb higher, the mountains come into view at eye level. From the top you'll see Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lhotse, and other peaks in a panoramic display. Make an easy descent to Gorakshep for breakfast, then trek to Dzongla, a tiny hamlet at the base of Cholaste mountain.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning hike to Kalapathar
- Trek from Gorakshep to Dzongla
- Full board meals during trek
- Breakfast included
Landmarks Kalapathar Mt. Everest Mt. Nuptse Mt. Pumori Mt. Lhotse Dzongla Cholaste Mountain - Day 13
Dzongla to Gokyo via Chola Pass
Get ready early to cross the iconic Chola Pass, which is a long day requiring a packed lunch since no teashops operate until Thangna. You'll walk nearly 500m above the ice path. Crampons help on icy sections. Once at the top, the Himalayan views reward your effort. After crossing Chola Pass, continue across the largest glacier, Nagzuma, to reach Gokyo.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Chola Pass
- Cross Nagzuma Glacier to Gokyo
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Chola Pass Thangna Nagzuma Glacier Gokyo - Day 14
Gokyo to Gokyo Ri
Hike up to Gokyo Ri at 5383m early in the morning, which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours and ranks as one of the trip's highlights. From the top you'll see Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Nuptse, and several other peaks. The Ngozumpa Glacier, Gokyo Valley, and nearby lakes spread out below.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Gokyo Ri summit
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Gokyo Ri Mt. Everest Mt. Lhotse Mt. Makalu Mt. Cho-Oyu Mt. Nuptse Ngozumpa Glacier Gokyo Valley - Day 15
Gokyo to Lungde via Renjo La Pass
Wake up early, walk in torchlight, and carry a packed lunch for the day. Cross Renjo La Pass, which is comparatively easier than Kong Mo La and Chola Pass though the trail is steep and long from start to finish. From the top, the views can match or exceed other passes you've crossed. You'll see Mt. Makalu from here too. After spending time at the top, trek down to Lungde.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Renjo La Pass
- Trek from Renjo La to Lungde
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Renjo La Pass Mt. Makalu Lungde - Day 16
Lungde to Namche
After breakfast, head toward Namche from Lungde. Descend through Marlung, Thame, and Thamo on your way down. Finally reach Namche Bazaar, the main hub of the Everest region, where you'll wrap up this section of your trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lungde to Namche
- Full board meals during trek
- Breakfast included
Landmarks Marlung Thame Thamo Namche Bazaar - Day 17
Namche to Lukla
Make your way to Lukla, your final stop in the Solukhumbu region. Stop for lunch in Phakding, a village that sits on the banks of the Dudh Koshi River.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche to Lukla
- Lunch stop at Phakding
- Full board meals during trek
Landmarks Lukla Phakding - Day 18
Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. Your guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest is important after your long trek. By evening, take some leisure time to walk around Thamel district and pick up souvenirs if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Airport transfer to hotel
- Breakfast included
Optional Activities
- Stroll around Thamel district
- Souvenir shopping
Landmarks Thamel District - Day 19
Departure from Kathmandu
Your tour ends today. Your guide will take you to the international airport for your departure. The night before you'll enjoy a farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant complete with cultural dance performance.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Departure Teminal)
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner one night before final departure in a typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with cultural dance performance
- Airport transfer
