Trekking in Everest region can be undertaken throughout the year. However the autumn (September-November)
Before starting the Everest trekking from Lukla, we will reach there by a short but panoramic flight from the capital, Kathmandu. And then, the trail directs us to Phakding, Dudhkoshi valley and Namche bazaar respectively. In Namche aka Sherpa capital, we will feel aroma of Himalayan culture and rhododendron woods which, in addition, will encourage you not to put up the shutters of your eyes even a single moment. Proceeding ahead, stunning panorama of the Everest welcomes you from Tengboche monastery premises. Picturesque landscapes themselves define what the mammoth pleasure is. Climb downward to the local villages Pangboche and Pheriche observing remote-inhabitants’
After the next stop Gorakshep, you will fetch a lifetime move towards Kalapaththar, the chief altitude of the trip (5554 MASL) presenting peculiarity of the planet. While being here, you will realize that your decision to trek the base camp was absobloominglutely great! Be proud of visiting such magnetic arena; appreciate the Himalayas and be blown in the world of reality along with unrivaled instance of nature untouched by the influence of modernity.
Leaving Everest base camp and Khumbu, you will return back to Lukla and then fly to Kathmandu for the sake of completing the journey. This is the same flight which offers final opportunity to take glimpses of the superior Himalayas and you will be waving your hands of farewell with love and respect to the nature.
Day 1: Kathmandu arrival
our Sherpa trekking guide welcomes you at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and transfers to hotel. Briefing on trekking, gears, foodstuff, guide and porters will take place at the hotel. Enjoy welcome dines with cultural show. Overnight at hotel Yak and yeti 5 star. (D)
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing tour (Approx. 5 hrs)
This is the day of visiting culturally, historically and architecturally enhanced valley. Today’s highlights are Swayambhunath - the Monkey Temple, Bouddhanath - one of the largest stupas in the world and Pashupalinath – the most famous ancient shrine with open public cremation. The former two monuments are the Buddhist ones where the latter one is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Shiva. Rest of the moments can be enjoyed roaming around the town. Overnight at hotel Yak and yeti 5 star (B)
Day 3: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (Approx. 3 hrs)
After driving to Kathmandu airport we will have 30 minutes’ scenic flight to Lukla (2800 MASL). When we meet our Sherpa team, we will trek for Phakding (2600 MASL). Overnight at Guest House. (BLD)
Day 4: Phakding – Namche (Approx 5 hrs)
Namche (3440 MASL) is regarded as the gateway of Trans–Himalayan trade since long. After long hike from Phakding, we will take rest in this land of Sherpa inhabitants. Overnight at Lodge. (BLD)
DAY 5: Acclimatization at Namche
This rest day supports you to energize in highest elevation preventing from altitude sickness. We will explore local villages and museum nearby. While visiting Hillary School and the Hospital, we will memorize the pioneer mountaineers Tenzing Norge Sherpa and Edmund Hillary and will bow our head to pay respect to them. Overnight at Hotel. (BLD)
Namche Bazzar is a colorful Sherpa village with many wonderful and interesting shops and vendors, fabulous food, and stunning views of the surrounding Himalayas. An early trekking above town, before the clouds move in, reward trekkers with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise and views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse (the 4th highest peak in the world), and the beautiful Ama Dablam. On the way down, there is chance to visit the Sherpa Museum that houses an exhibit on traditional Sherpa lifestyle and a fabulous photography display by a local Nepalese naturalist. One room highlights the Sherpa traditions and in another, Sherpa high altitude climbers are presented.
Day 6: Namche – Deboche (Approx 5 hrs)
Via Tengboche, we continue our trekking to Deboche (4350 MASL). The largest monastay in Khumbu, Tengboche (3850 MASL), offers gigantic view of Everest along with Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, etc. Here, we will pass by quiet rhododendron forest. Overnight at House. (BLD)
Day 7: Deboche - Pheriche (Approx 4 hrs)
As we leave Deboche, we will hike to Pangboche and will obtain blessing from Lamp Geshe for the sake of successful trip. Geshe is the distinguished religious figure of Solukhumbu. Here we follow Imja river in order to reach Pheriche. (4240 MASL). Overnight at Hotel. (BLD)
Day 8: Acclimatization at Pheriche
On this rest day, we visit a clinic run by Himalayan Rescue Association and then accend to Imja river valley. This place proffers superb vista of northen Amadablam. Overnight at Hotel. (BLD)
Day 9: Pheriche – Lobuche (Approx 4 hrs)
This trail is full of past memorials for mountaineers made up of rocks. Along the way, you will see many Chhortens and prayer flags. And, you may encounter with snow trail further. Lobuche (4950 MASL) is a Himalayan village on the base of the peak Lobuche. Overnight at Hotel (BLD)
Day 10: Lobuche – Gorakshep (Approx 3 hrs)
Marching ahead, we will cross over the Khangri glacier after walking lower ridges of Khumbu glacier. This trail leads us to Gorakshep (5150 MASL),
the final stop before the Everest base camp. Overnight at the Hotel. (BLD)
Day 11: Gorkshep - Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep (Approx 6 hrs)
In order to touch the ground of most important part of the trek, we leave the grassy mountainous valley and set out across icy-rocky Khumbu glacier
into the base camp (5400 MASL). And, we return back to Gorakshep. Overnight at Gorkshep Hotel (BLD)
Day 12: Gorkshep - Kalapaththar - Pheriche (Approx 6 hrs)
Today we hike for Kalapaththar (5545 MASL) in the morning. This is another remarkable day since today you are at the highest point of the whole trek.
The striking and glorious Everest creates heavenly surrounding in the morning. Now, in order to wipe out hunger and thirst of good sleep and thick
air, we begin to descend towards Pheriche (4240 MASL). Overnight at Hotel (BLD)
Day 13: Pheriche - Namche (Appox 7 hrs)
Fragrant pine and thriven rhododendron woods deliver pleasant moments on the way to Namche (3440MASL). Rejoice the evening with yak steaks, beer and pastries.
Overnight at Hotel (BLD)
Day 14: Namche – Lukla (Approx 6 hrs)
Crossing a number of suspension bridges over Dudhkoshi river and approaching lush valleys of lower Khumbu, we hike down to Lukla (2800 MASL) on the
last day of the trek. Overnight at t Hotel. (BLD)
Day 15: Lukla – Kathmandu (Approx 35 minutess)
This panoramic flight to Kathmandu delivers unforgettable moments of farewell to the Himalayan landscapes and culture. Invest your free afternoon
for relaxation and exploration of the city, Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel Yak and yeti 5 stars (B)
Day 16-18: Departure or trip extension to explore more of Kathmandu and beyond (extension will cost extra)
After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to the airport (TIA) for your onward journey. Have safe flight. Farewell! (B)
Abbreviations used in the Text:
(B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner
MASL = Meters Above Sea Level
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