Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport where an Alpine Club representative will meet you. After you get settled in, the day involves guided visits through Kathmandu's cultural sites. Kathmandu Durbar Square shows off the city's historical architecture, then you'll head to Swayambhunath Stupa with its distinctive white dome. Pashupatinath Temple comes next, one of the most sacred Hindu temples in the region, and you'll finish at Boudhanath Stupa, a major Buddhist pilgrimage site.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kathmandu city
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square UNESCO heritage site
- Explore Swayambhunath Stupa
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
Landmarks Kathmandu Durbar Square Kal Bhairav Hanuman Dhoka Taleju Temple Kasthamandap Kumari Ghar Swayambhunath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa - Day 2
Lukla to Phakding
An early morning flight takes you to Lukla with mountain views the whole way. After landing, you'll start trekking right away, and the hike runs about 3 to 4 hours through subtropical woodlands and alpine pastures alongside the Dudh Koshi River. You'll pass through Chauri Kharka settlement before arriving at Phakding village. In the evening, there's time to walk around local monasteries and chortens in the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lukla to Phakding
- Visit ancient monasteries around Phakding
- Visit chortens around Phakding
Landmarks Lukla Airstrip Dudh Koshi River Phakding Village - Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
This is a longer trekking day, running 6 to 7 hours from Phakding. You'll follow the Dudh Koshi River through pine woodlands and cross the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. The trail takes you into Sagarmatha National Park, then climbs uphill where you'll catch your first real view of Mount Everest from Tope Danda. By late afternoon you'll reach Namche Bazaar, the commercial hub of the region, which has various pubs and restaurants to check out.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Cross Hillary Suspension Bridge
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park
- View Mount Everest from Tope Danda
- Explore Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Hillary Suspension Bridge Monjo Sagarmatha National Park Tope Danda Namche Bazaar Mount Everest - Day 4
Namche Bazaar
You've got a full day in Namche Bazaar to see the area from different angles. Wake early to watch sunrise illuminate Mount Everest along with Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, and Lhotse. After breakfast, visit the Sherpa Culture Museum to learn about local traditions and history. Later, hike up to Everest View Hotel for more mountain views, then head back down to Namche in time to catch the sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing from vantage point in Namche Bazaar
- Visit Sherpa Culture Museum
- Hike to Everest View Hotel
- Sunset viewing from Namche Bazaar
Landmarks Sherpa Culture Museum Everest View Hotel Mount Everest Ama Dablam Thamserku Kongde Lhotse Nuptse - Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Get up early to watch the sunrise from a vantage point, then have breakfast before heading downhill. The trek back to Lukla takes 6 to 7 hours and follows the Dudh Koshi River through wilderness, passing ancient monasteries along the way. You'll retrace the same route you came in on. By evening you'll settle into your accommodation in Lukla and have a chance to celebrate your last night in the mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
- Celebration dinner in Lukla
Landmarks Dudh Koshi River Lukla - Day 6
Lukla to Kathmandu
After breakfast, you'll catch a scenic flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu with mountain views during the flight. Once you land and check into your hotel, the afternoon is yours to either wander around the city on your own or join an optional guided tour if you prefer. That evening, there's a special farewell dinner program where you'll meet up with your guide and Alpine Club representatives to mark the end of the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Special dinner program with guide and representatives)
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Special dinner program to mark end of adventure
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Kathmandu
- Self-guided exploration of the city
Landmarks Lukla Airstrip - Day 7
Departure
An Alpine Club of Himalaya representative will drop you at the airport three hours before your flight departs.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
