Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu Arrival
You'll arrive in Kathmandu and get picked up by the Sherpa Expedition Teams at the airport. They'll take you to your hotel in Thamel where you can get settled and rest after your flight. There's nothing else scheduled for today, so just relax and adjust to the time zone.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will Pick you up from Airport., 00:00 - 23:00)
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Start early around 5 am for your drive to Tribhuvan domestic airport, which takes about 25 minutes. From there, catch a 33-minute flight to Lukla on Tenzing-Hillary Airport. After breakfast in Lukla, your guide will arrange porters for the trek. You'll begin by descending toward the Dudh Kosi River and connecting with the main trail. Pass through the village of Ghat and trek to Phakding for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in Lukla), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding
Landmarks Dudh Kosi River Tenzing-Hillary Airport - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
After breakfast, get an early start on the trek. You'll cross many suspension bridges decorated with prayer flags while heading up the Dudh Koshi River to Namche Bazaar at 2,713m/8,900ft. This is the main trading hub and gateway to Everest Base Camp, with hotels, restaurants, pubs, banks, ATMs, and internet cafes all available here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Crossing suspension bridges on Dudh Koshi River
Landmarks Dudh Koshi River Namche Bazaar - Day 4
Namche Bazaar Acclimatization
Today's an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar, which gives your body time to adjust to the higher altitude. After breakfast, take a short trek to a museum about traditional Sherpa culture. Later in the day, hike to Everest View Hotel, one of the world's highest-placed hotels, where you can see panoramic views of the Himalayas including Mount Everest itself.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Sherpa museum
- Hike to Everest View Hotel
Landmarks Mount Everest Everest View Hotel - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
The trail offers views of Khumbi La and Taboche, so bring warm clothes because cold wind blows pretty steadily. Between Namche and Tengboche, take the left fork to stay on the upper trail. After several hours of walking, you'll reach Tengboche village, a Sherpa settlement where you can visit the Tengboche Monastery. This is the largest Buddhist monastery in the region, and Mount Ama Dablam rises dramatically behind it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
- Visit to Tengboche Monastery
Landmarks Tengboche Monastery Mount Ama Dablam Mount Taboche - Day 6
Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek toward Dingboche at 4,410m/14,468ft on a fairly easy downhill route covering about 9km. The path is wide and passes through beautiful rhododendron forest. You'll cross a suspension bridge over the Imja River and walk through Pangboche village where you can see the Pangboche Monastery. From there, continue into the Imja valley and arrive at Dingboche for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
- Crossing suspension bridge over Imja River
- Visit to Pangboche Monastery area
Landmarks Imja River Pangboche Monastery Imja Valley - Day 7
Dingboche Acclimatization
Spend another acclimatization day in Dingboche, a popular stop for trekkers and climbers heading to Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, or Imja Tse. This Sherpa village has a helicopter landing pad, internet cafe, and interestingly, one of the world's highest billiard parlors. After breakfast, hike up to Nagarjuna Hill for acclimatization, which takes about an hour and gives you great views of many Himalayan peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Nagarjuna Hill
Landmarks Nagarjuna Hill - Day 8
Dingboche to Lobuche
After breakfast, climb the chorten trail, a gentle climb taking roughly an hour and a half. You'll reach Thugla at 4,600m/15,092ft where there's a tea house for lunch. Then comes the steep section of the day, lasting about an hour and a half as you head toward Lobuche. You'll get close views of Mount Pumori and Mount Nuptse. Arrive at Lobuche where basic accommodation and food are available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Thugla), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche via Thugla
Landmarks Mount Pumori Mount Nuptse Thugla - Day 9
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorak Shep
This is a long day but the payoff is huge. You'll hike to Everest Base Camp along the barren moraine of Khumbu Glacier until reaching Gorak Shep where you'll stay the night. Drop your bags at the lodge, have lunch, then continue to Everest Base Camp. You'll see 360-degree views of towering peaks, and if you're trekking in spring or autumn, you might see the camps of Everest climbers. After taking in the moment and taking photos, head back to Gorak Shep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep via Everest Base Camp
Landmarks Everest Base Camp Khumbu Glacier Mount Everest - Day 10
Gorak Shep to Kalapatthar to Dzongla
Get up early and hike to Kalapatthar viewpoint to watch the sunrise on the Himalayan ranges with a special view of Mount Everest. Then head back to Lobuche. From there, a four-hour hike takes you to Dzongla, which is the only place to spend the night in this area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Kalapatthar viewpoint
- Trek from Lobuche to Dzongla
Landmarks Kalapatthar Mount Everest 
- Day 11
Dzongla to Cho-la Pass to Tagnag
Start very early from Dzongla and trek to the Cho-la Pass. The trek over the glacier is pretty enjoyable during autumn and spring. During other seasons, excess snow might make crossing impossible. As evening approaches, trek down to Tagnag where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek over Cho-la Pass
Landmarks Cho-la Pass - Day 12
Tagnag to Gokyo
This is a shorter trekking day and you'll reach Gokyo in about three to four hours, arriving just in time for lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Gokyo valley. After lunch, check out the glaciers and turquoise lakes while seeing Mount Everest, Mount Cho-yu, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, and other Himalayan peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tagnag to Gokyo
- Visit to Gokyo valley, glaciers, and turquoise lakes
Landmarks Gokyo Valley Mount Everest Mount Cho-yu Mount Lhotse Mount Makalu 
- Day 13
Gokyo to Gokyo-RI to Dole
Get up early and climb to Gokyo-RI. Every step of the steep climb is worth it once you reach the top and see views of the Gokyo valley, Ngozumpa glacier, and panoramic scenes of the Khumbu Himalayan giants. After spending time on Gokyo Ri, trek down to Dole for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb to Gokyo-RI
- Trek from Gokyo to Dole
Landmarks Gokyo-RI Ngozumpa Glacier - Day 14
Dole to Khumjung to Namche Bazaar
After breakfast, trek down to Khumjung, the hometown of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, leaving the mountains in the background. Continue down to Namche Bazaar, which really represents the heart of Sherpa culture in this region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dole to Khumjung to Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Khumjung Namche Bazaar - Day 15
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
After breakfast, head to Lukla on a seven-hour downhill walk from Namche. Your time at Sagarmatha National Park will end with this memorable walk, and you'll get final views of the Himalayas and enjoy the fresh crisp mountain air one last time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Landmarks Sagarmatha National Park - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu
After breakfast, catch an early flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Try to get a seat on the right side so you can see the spectacular mountains one final time. When you land in Kathmandu, the Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team will escort you back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Day 17
Kathmandu Departure
Today you head home. A representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams will transfer you to the international airport where you'll board your flight. You'll leave with memories and experiences from this remarkable country.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will drop you at airport., 00:00 - 23:00)
