Routes

Overview

Everest Foothills

Classic Everest Base Camp

Base camp & Gokyo Lakes

Base camp & High Passes

Base camp & Island Peak

Pioneers Trail

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 Valley
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 Swayambhunath. In the evening you will be briefed about your trip. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3 : Drive to Jiri from Kathmandu (1955m)
After breakfast in hotel, you will be driven to Jiri which takes approximately 7 hours.   Lunch will be provided on the way at a local restaurant. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 4 : Trek to Deurali (2710m)
Today, you trek from Jiri for approx 6 hours to Deurali. The trek climbs through Sherpa villages and farmland to top of a ridge at 2370m then descends back down to Shivalaya at 1750m. You take lunch here and then continue on to Deurali. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 5 : Trek to Sete (2580m)
You trek down to Kinja (1630m) today and then climb back up through rhododendron forest and through Sherpa villages to Sete. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 6 : Trek to Junbesi (2670m)
Today you will trek to the Lamjura Bhanjyang 3530m (the highest point between Jiri to Namche Bazaar) then you descend to Tragbuk at 2860m. Later you will reach the Sherpa village of Junbensi. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 7 : Trek to Nuntala (2330m)
Nuntala is approximately 5-6 hours walking distance from Junbesi. The trails climb to Salung at 2980m, where you will have the first views of Mount Everest (8848m). Heading towards Ringmo Khola (2570m) and climbing up to Sherpa village of Taksindhu (3071m); you later descend through forest to the Nuntala (2330m). Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 8 : Trek to Bupsa (2360m)
Our route starts to trek towards the Dudh Koshi river, the start of the Classic Everest Base Camp trek.   You will climb up to Khari kola (2070m) and on to Bupsa at 2360m. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 9 : Trek to Surke (2290m) / Chablung (2660m)
It is approximately 5-6 hours walking distance from Bupsa. Today you will continue climbing still with magnificent views of the fast flowing Dudh Koshi  river.   Later you will reach to the Puiyan (2730m) then trek down to the Surkhe. Your trek continues towards Mushe and Chaurikharka then Chablung at 2660m. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 10 : Trek to Monjo (2840m)
Today will be an easier day's trekking as you wind your way along the Dudh Koshi river towards Monjo at 2840m. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 11 : Trek to Namche (3450m)
Beyond Monjo is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set-up in order to protect and preserve the fragile mountain environment. We then take a steep hike to Namche. If the weather is clear, we get the first glimpse of Mt Everest. Namche is the main trading village in the Khumbu and has a busy Saturday market - a meeting place for the Hindu traders from the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have crossed the glaciated Nangpa La.

Day 12 : Rest day in Namche Bazaar
Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops. It is an ideal place to spend a day, acclimatizing to the new altitude before heading off towards Tengboche. To acclimatize, you visit Khunde Hospital set-up by Sir Edmund Hillary, or take a one hour walk up to the Everest View Hotel above Namche for the sunset view of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest. There are also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town.

Day 13 :  Trek to Tengboche (3867m)
From Namche, the trail contours on to the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Koshi.  You will get your good view of the great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, you descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga. The village is an ideal stopover for lunch. Here you can rest before making the steep climb to Tengboche, famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu. A spectacular panorama of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam rising in the horizon can be seen your overnight stop.

Day 14 : Trek to Dingboche (4389m)
After morning activities like breakfast and photography; you will start your towards Dingboche. You will cross bridge over Imja Khola and pass by local villages. After couple of hours trek you will reach Dingboche.  Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 15 : At Dingboche
It is a free day for acclimatization at Dingboche. You can have excursion to local village or enjoy your free time by taking rest in lodge. You can enjoy great views of Lhotse, Island Peak, etc. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 16 : Trek to Lobuche (4930m)
You continue up the wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache on the left. You then turn right and take a steep climb towards the foot of the Khumbu Glacier. The tea house at Duglha is a good spot to have lunch. The trail zigzags up through the boulders of the glacier's terminal moraine. At the top of this climb there are many stone cairns, built as memorials to the many Sherpas who have died while climbing Mt Everest. The path then climbs gently along the glacier, to eventually reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche. 

Day 17 : Trek to Everest Base Camp (5357m) & Gorak Shep (5190m) 
Today is the most memorable day as you will be trekking to Everest Base Camp. The trail offers superb views of the surrounding mountains, especially where the path is forced to rise to cross a tributary glacier. You stop for lunch at Gorak Shep where we will spend the night.  After you reach Gorak Shep it will approximately takes 3 to 4 hours to reach Everest Base Camp. Later you will trek back to Gorak Shep. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 18 : Trek to Kala Pattar (5550m) & Lobuche (4910m) 
It is good to wake up early in the morning and trek  to Kala Pattar, where you will have amazing views of the sunrise on the Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori.  You can also see the beautiful Khumbu Glacier. Later you trek back down to Lobuche. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 19 : Trek to Dzonglha (4830m)
After breakfast you will trek towards Dzonglha, which is easy and short trek. After reaching your lodge you can rest and enjoy some free time. Next day you will cross the Cho La Pass. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 20 : Cho La Pass & trek to Thangnak (4700m)
You have a long but exciting trek today to reach Thangnak, traversing the Cho La Pass with the help of your Sherpa guides who have the necessary technical expertise. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 21 : Trek to Gokyo (4790m) 
Today you will head towards Gokyo along with the scenic path. After couples of hours walk you will reach Gokyo. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 22 : At Gokyo
Today you are free to explore the beautiful Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri .  Walking by the side of the lake, the scenery is breathtaking with the summits of Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang reflected in its emerald green waters.   After breakfast you will climb Gokyo Ri (5483m) from where you will get amazing views of Everest and Makalu. Overnight at guest house/lodge 

Day 23 : Trek to Machhermo (4410m)
You will trek down to Machermo and to Dole along with the stunning views of Mt. Khangtega, Mt. Thamserku and Gokyo Valley. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 24 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 
After breakfast, you trek down to the Phortse. En route you will trek to the Mong-La, where you can see spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku and other mountains, until you finally reached your stop for the night, Namche bazaar. Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 25 : Trek to Phakding (2600 m)
As you trek towards Lukla you will be carrying lots of beautiful memories of your trek. You will pass by Sherpa village, local restaurant and local monastery. Arrive to lodge and take rest. Overnight at guest house/lodge

Day 26 : Trek to Lukla (2800 m)
Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. This last evening in the mountains is the ideal opportunity for a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and porters, where you can sample some chang, try Sherpa dancing and look back on a memorable trekking experience.

Day 27 : 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 28 : Free day in Kathmandu
It is a free day for souvenir shopping around Thamel or enjoy your day walk along Ason bazaar. Overnight at hotel

Day 29 : Departure Kathmandu
Our representative will take you to the airport for your flight home.