Arrival in Kathmandu1400m/4594ft.

We would be met by a representative of Mission Nepal at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu and taken to our lodging. After we checked in, we could visit the Kantipur Holidays office or just relax. At a typical Nepalese restaurant, there will be a welcome dinner in the evening featuring authentic Nepalese cuisine and a brief cultural performance.

Kathmandu Sightseeing

Our guided tour of some of Kathmandu’s most well-known historical and spiritual sites—many of which are also UNESCO World Heritage sites—will begin this morning after breakfast. We see the historic Durbar Square in Kathmandu, the revered Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the well-known “Monkey Temple” of Swayambhunath, and the Buddhist shrine of Bouddhanath, which is one of the biggest stupas in the world. At midday, we meet at Mission Nepal office to discuss our trip, have our hiking guide inspect our kit, and exchange travel plans.

Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding 2652m/8699ft.

You will travel to Lukla today, where your Everest adventure will begin. After being dropped off at the domestic airport, you will take an early flight to Lukla. The brief flight affords us nice vistas of the mountain tops. You will go to Phakding, a lovely town at the edge of the Dudh Koshi River Valley in Khumbu, from Lukla. Some spectacular views of the Kusum Kanguru Peak and other equally intimidating mountains may be seen along the way.

Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m/11283ft.

We pass by a lovely pine grove as we continue up the Benkar valley towards the north on the trail.We continue beyond Chumoa and cross the Dudh Koshi River to arrive at Monjo, the gateway to Everest National Park. We then walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers after passing through the village of Jorsale and a suspension bridge. We make a sharp ascent to arrive in Namche Bazaar, the main centre of Sherpa culture. We can view Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse before reaching Namche Bazaar if the weather is favorable.

Acclimatization at the Namche Bazaar

Today is designated for acclimatization. Namche Bazaar is Khumbu’s commercial hub. Namche has amazing views of many other neighboring Himalayan peaks, including as the Thamserku, Kongdi RI, and Ama Dablam, in addition to the peak of Everest. The Sherpa Culture Museum and the Everest Photo Gallery are located here. You can also hike up to Syangboche’s airfield, which is located above the hamlet. Syangboche offers good views of Namche below and the Himalayan peaks surrounding the town in the distance. In a similar vein, you can visit the Everest View Hotel, which features windows overlooking Everest’s peaks.

Namche to Tengboche 3860m/12660ft.

A famous drop, the Dudh-Koshi River, will be reached during this section of the journey. From there, we will climb through stunning rhododendron forests to Tengboche. During our journey, we will be rewarded with breath-taking vistas of numerous globally renowned mountain summits, including as Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, and numerous others. After arriving in Tengboche, we will explore the biggest monastery in the area and enjoy breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and other peaks. Our overnight stay will be in Tengboche.

Tengboche to Dingboche 4410m/14464ft.

We will hike through stunning woodlands that are home to a variety of trees, including rhododendron, conifers, and birches. We will be able to take in breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Mount Everest along the route. We will traverse the Imja River and go via Devuche on our way down to Pangboche. From here, we will travel on toward the Lobuche River and the Imja Valley before ascending to Dingboche. Beautiful fields with stone walls surrounding them, shielding crops like potatoes, barley, and buckwheat from the harsh weather and animals, can be seen at Dingboche. A stunning view of the Pangboche Monastery and the Himalayas may be had from the top Pangboche routes.

Acclimatization at Dingboche

A popular stop for hikers and mountaineers traveling to Imja Tse, Ama Dablam, or Mount Everest is Dingboche. The community is beautifully landscaped, with several fields surrounded by stone walls that protect potatoes, barley, and buckwheat from cold winds and grazing livestock. At Dingboche, we take a day’s break to adjust to the altitude. We go on a day climb to Nagarjun Hill during this break, which offers breathtaking views of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, and other nearby mountains.

Dingboche to Lobuche 4910m/16105ft.

In order to prevent altitude sickness, it’s crucial to go slowly and steadily up the steep and difficult ascent from Duglha to Chupki Lhara. Reminiscent of the dangers and sacrifices necessary to reach the top of the world’s tallest mountain, the tributes honoring Scott Fischer and Babu Chiri Sherpa are moving. Continuing along the Khumbu Glacier moraine, we’ll be given to some extremely spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, including Pumori, often referred to as “Everest’s daughter” because of its near proximity to the highest mountain in the world. After a long journey, we will reach Lobuche, a tiny community that is well-known as a base camp for climbers going to Everest and other surrounding mountains.

Lobuche to Gorakshep, visit Everest Base Camp 5364m/17594ft.

We’ll hike across the once-large Gorak Shep Lake to reach Everest Base Camp. We shall pass memorials for the mountaineers of the Indian army along the route. We must follow our lead Sherpa because the path can be difficult to navigate. The walk will be difficult because of the high altitude; before arriving at Everest Base Camp, we will cross streams, moraines, and rocky dunes. From there, the surrounding drab landscape will be contrasted with the vibrant tents of the mountaineers. Magnificent vistas of Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori will be shown to us. After that, we’re spending the night back in Gorak Shep.

While it’s best to visit Kala Patthar at sunset, when the sun is setting and the snow-capped mountains are at their most stunning, those who choose to visit Kala Patthar that day should let their guide know and they will make the required preparations.

Gorakshep to Kalapathar 5545m/18188ft. to Pheriche 4210m/13812ft.

Even in the dark and with temperatures between -10 and -14 degrees Celsius, we prepare to leave early in the morning. There can be cold winds as well. Leading peaks like Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse are visible to the east as we start our hike, and Mt. Everest gradually comes into sight as we go on. We are rewarded with an amazing close-up 360-degree vista of Mount Everest as we arrive at Kala Patthar. Before spending the night in Pheriche, we snap photos and savor the scenery.

We start the journey early, thus breakfast is served early for those who intend to visit Everest Base Camp. We will return to Gorak Shep for lunch with both groups because this hike takes longer than the Kala Patthar hike, and then we will descend to Pheriche for the night.

Pheriche to Namche 3440m/11283ft.

After leaving Pheriche, we make our way across hills dotted with juniper and rhododendron plants. We follow the river through dense pine forests, crossing the Dudh Koshi River on a bridge decorated with prayer flags. We might come across colorful pheasants and mountain goats in this woodland. The path brings us to Sansa, where the Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse mountains are visible in all directions. In addition, we travel a meandering trail through the jungle until we reach Namche Bazaar, our overnight destination.

Namche to Lukla 2800m/9184ft.

The trail drops off sharply, and the rocky ground can be difficult on our weary legs, so we must exercise caution. A more flat and walkable section of the path follows after we pass suspension bridges across the swiftly flowing Dudh Koshi and its tributaries. Arriving at Lukla allows us to unwind and consider the events of the previous few weeks. Here in Lukla, we stay overnight.

Fly back to Kathmandu

We will fly from Lukla to Kathmandu early in the morning following our mountain hiking excursion. We can choose to relax or go souvenir shopping when we get to Kathmandu. Our guides can also help us if we like to tour other areas of Kathmandu. We’ll celebrate our journey’s happy conclusion with a goodbye meal later in the evening.

Final Departure

This is the last day of your journey across Nepal! You can use your time to go through your images and exchange email information with other travelers. A Kantipur Holidays representative will accompany you to the airport around three hours before to your scheduled departure. You’ll have plenty of time on your hands when you get home to organize your next thrilling vacation to Nepal.