Our airport representative will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and transfer to your hotel. Depending upon the time of your arrival, pre-trip meeting will be hosted either on the first day or the first hour of the second day. During the evening, you will be taken for a traditional Nepali welcome dinner with cultural performances.Overnight at a Hotel. Welcome dinner included.
After your morning breakfast, you will be received by your guide for the sightseeing at Kathmandu. The sites you will be taken for are:
SwoyambhuNath Stupa: Located on the top of the hill, Swoyambhunath Stupa is a Buddhist holy site also known as the monkey temple. The dome shaped Stupa with eyes on all four sides is absolutely beautiful. The view of the whole Kathmandu valley from the top of the stupa is breath taking.
Kathmandu Durbar Square: Located at the heart of Kathmandu, Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of the ancient palaces in Kathmandu Valley; Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square being the other two. The Durbar Square comprises of a palace, a courtyard, the temples and various statues.
Pashupatinath Temple: The holy Hindu temple, Pashupatinath is the temple of Lord Shiva and also comprises of many other temples. This UNESCO world heritage site is magnificent in structure and the holy Bagmati River that flows alongside is where cremation rituals is performed.
Boudhanath Stupa: Situated to the north eastern outskirts of Kathmandu, this is another holy place for the Buddhists. The dome, mandala, pinnacle, the umbrella and the whole Stupa itself is a true work of art and beauty. Recently renovated Stupa post-earthquake gives the serenity in the crowded city.
Overnight at hotel. Breakfast included.
Wake up early morning and head to the Airport for the 35 minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Luklasituated at 2804meters. After landing at Lukla, we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sorts and loads our trekking equipment. Then we begin our trek by descending towards the DudhKoshi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2713m). The walk this day is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2550m), it is a short walk to Phakding.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
We continue trekking along the banks of the DudhKoshi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchanges, internet cafes and bakeries. Namche is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
This is a day to relax in Namche Bazaar.We will spend this day in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air. We will go for a short trek to a museum the traditional customs of the Sherpa people is celebrated. Wealso hike up the Syangboche Airport around Everest View Hotel. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks. Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Today we trek to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar.The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the DudhKoshi with magnificent views of the mountains. We trek to an altitude of 3860 meters. On reaching Tengboche you will see the local monastery. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. The group will be taken to observe a prayer ceremony either in the evening or morning depending on how the day's trekking went.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Wake up early in the morningand after breakfast wehead towardsDingboche.From Tengboche the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the ImjaKhola, and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of manistones. Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and AmaDablam. We take our time so we avoid getting affected by the altitude.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Today you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. We will have a trip to Chhukung valley via the ImjaKhola valley to get a marvelous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall. We return back to Dingboche in the evening.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
After having breakfast, we head on to Lobuche.Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits.We continue to climb as we head to the altitude of 4910 meters at Lobuche which is really just a few huts at the foot of giant Lobuche peak. Some breathing problems may arise today due to the altitude.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
This day is the most adventurous day of the trek. It isa difficult yet fun walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5365 meters, the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. There will likely be a team about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from Base Camp is spectacular. We return back to GorakShep for the night.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
We wake up early in the morning then hike up to Kalapatthar. Most of the morning of this day is spent climbing Mt. KalaPatthar, a small peak (by Himalayan standards) at 5555meters. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8848 meters, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse and countless others. We make a quick descent to GorakShep, a tiny hamlet at 5180 meters then trek down to Periche.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
From Periche we take a slightly different route down to Orsho, then to Pangboche village. Here is the oldest monastery in the region which contains what is said to be the scalp and bones of a 'Yeti', or the abominable snowman. Leaving mountains behind us, our descent takes us through Tengboche Monastery at elevation of 3860 meters before continuing back to the town of Namche Bazaar at 3441meters. We arrive back to Namche Bazaar in the afternoon.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
After having the morning breakfastwe head to Lukla, the starting point of the trek. Reminiscing the mountains and the tough walk, we reach Lukla after walking for almost 6 hours.
Overnight at Guesthouse.Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
The morning flight of 35 minutes from Lukla takes you back to Kathmandu. Bidding farewell to the glimpses of the mountains, we land at Tribhuvan International Airport. You are fetched upon by our representative and transferred back to the hotel. After resting for some time, you can stroll around Thamel, buy souveneir and relax according to your preference.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
This is your last day in Kathmandu. After breakfast, you will be fetched upon by our guide; 3 hours prior to your flight time and drop you at the Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure.
Breakfast Included.
