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Everest Foothills - 11 days

You will explore Everest's foothills following in the footsteps of those who have climbed the World's highest mountain, Mount Everest. We follow the scenic Dudh Koshi River up through the Khumbu region climbing to a maximum altitude of 3908 metres. The region is rich in culture and you will journey through traditional Sherpa villages and onto the ancient Thyangboche and Pangboche monasteries which nestle high up in the mountains. You will be trekking with spectacular views of Mount Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8501m), Nuptse (7879m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6608m) and Kantega (6685m).

You will sleep in teahouses along the way where you will also eat your meals.

This trek runs from January to May and from September to December.

Outline itinerary
Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 - Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03 - Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding
Day 04 - Trek to Namche (3450m)
Day 05 - Trek to Khumjung (3786m)
Day 06 - Trek to Thyangboche (3864m)
Day 07 - Excursion to Pangboche (3908m)
Day 08 - Trek to Chumoa (27008m)
Day 09 - Trek to Lukla (2900m)
Day 10 - Flight to Kathmandu
Day 11 - Depart Kathmandu

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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
A representative and driver will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. The representative will help you check into your designated hotel. At the hotel, you will be briefed about your daily activities.

Day 2 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the historical and cultural heart of Nepal, has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Patan and Bhaktapur, its two major neighbouring cities bear immense historical, cultural and religious significances. There will be a half day guided tour to the famous and biggest Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal Boudhanath, the 15th century palace of 55 windows and Swoyambhunath. In the evening you will be briefed about your trip. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3 : Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding - 2656m
The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes 45 minutes. A hair-raising landing on a steep mountain runway, brings you to the village of Lukla [2900m]. After meeting the crew, you start your trek by heading up the Dudh Koshi Valley on a well-marked trail to Phakding.  Overnight at teahouse.

Day 4 : Trek to Namche - 3450m
From Phakding, you cross and re-cross the rivers on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park. The park was set-up to conserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather permits, catch the first glimpse of Mt Everest. Namche Bazaar is the main trading village in Khumbu and has a busy Saturday market. It is a meeting place for the Hindu traders from the lowlands and Tibetan yak caravans that have crossed the glaciated Nangpa La. Overnight at teahouse.

Day 5 : Trek to Khumjung - 3786m
Ascending from Namche Bazaar, we pass the airstrip at Syangboche and the Japanese-built Everest View Hotel. From the hotel, there are magnificent views of the valley and Everest. We walk to the picturesque village of Khumjung with many old traditional houses as well as a gompa at the top end of town. At the nearby village of Khunde, is the famous hospital built by Sir Edmund Hillary, an important centre of health care in the region.

Day 6 : Trek to Thyangboche - 3864m
Heading east, you pass a large Stupa and then descend to a bridge across the Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga. From the river, the trail ascends through a forest of pine and rhododendron, before arriving at Thyangboche Monastery. The views here are truly awesome, from the beautiful Ama Dablam to Lhotse and Everest at the head of the valley. The gompa has been rebuilt since a tragic fire in 1989 destroyed it.  Overnight at teahouse.

Day 7 : Excursion to Pangboche - 3908m
Today you will journey on to the highest point of your trek at 3908 metres where you will find Pangboche Monastery and the nunnery at Deboche. The monastery at Pangboche, founded in 1667, is the oldest in the Khumbu region. The magnificent views of Ama Dablam are the highlight of today's walk.  Overnight at teahouse.

Day 8 : Trek to Namche - 3450m
From Thyangboche, you head back down through the forest to Phunki Tenga with its water-driven prayer wheels. With Everest and Lhotse receding in the distance, you make your way back down to Namche and descend further to Chumoa. Overnight at teahouse.

Day 9 : Trek to Lukla - 2900m
Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. This last evening in the mountains presents an ideal opportunity for a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and porters. You will get an opportunity to sample the local beer (chang), try some Sherpa dance steps and end the trek on a merry note.  Overnight teahouse/lodge.

Day 10 : Fly to Kathmandu
After an early breakfast, you will head to the airstrip for your return journey to Kathmandu. Later, you are have free time to explore free for independent activities. You stay overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 11 : Depart Kathmandu
Our representative will take you to the airport for your flight home.


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