Everest Base Camp Trek

Today, you get on a sightseeing tour around the UNESCO world heritage site visit. First off, visit the Swayambhunath Stupa aka. Monkey Temple, the Buddhist stupa on a hill-top is followed by Kathmandu Durbar Square. Later, you head to the Pashupatinath temple and end the day at Boudhanath. You also meet the trek members and guides for a trip briefing. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

On this day, you catch a flight from TIA to Lukla. The 30-min flight across hilly terrain takes you to the Himalayas and ends with a thrilling landing at Lukla. From Lukla, you set off to Chheplung village and then to Phakding on a descending trail. Phakding is located in the Dudh Koshi Valley with the river flowing past this village. Overnight stay at Phakding.

An early breakfast is followed by the trek to Namche Bazaar via Monjo village. You enter the Sagarmatha National Park after registering permits. Crossing a bridge over Dudh Koshi River, you follow a trail that runs through the lush green forest along a steep path to Top Danda- a viewpoint with drooling views of Mount Ama Dablam (6856m) and other peaks in Everest massif. Finally, after a short walk from the viewpoint, you arrive at Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Enjoy the day off the main trail with an acclimatization day. Namche Bazaar is a perfect getaway from the trails to acclimatize and witness the Sherpa culture. You can hike up to the Hotel Everest View-a viewpoint with a glorious view of Mount Everest (8848m). After lunch, descend to a crossroad before heading on a trail to Khumjung. You complete the circuit with a visit to Khunde village and back to Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche.

On the trail today, you head up along a magnificent trail and on to a flat land arriving at Kyangjuma. Splitting off the trail to Gokyo, you take the trail to Everest Basecamp. On the steep trail to Tengboche past thick and colorful forest of rhododendron, you can enjoy the views of Mount Ama Dablam (6856m) and cross Dudh Koshi River before starting the ascent to Tengboche. Overnight stay at Tengboche.

In the morning, you can witness the views of a chain of mountains early in the morning from Tengboche. You cross the Imja River over a suspension bridge and climb on to Pangboche. Mount Ama Dablam (6856m) looks grander from this village. There are numerous stupas and Chortens along snow-laden trails. You walk along the Dudh Koshi River and climb up to Dingboche. Overnight stay at Dingboche.

On the second of acclimatization on the trek, you hike up the Nangkar Tshang peak. This peak, north of Dingboche, is at 5083m which is ideal to get a summit experience with gorgeous views while your body adapts to high altitude. The view of the top peak is delightful and comprises numerous peaks in the Everest range. Enjoying the scenic views, you head back to Dingboche. Overnight stay at Dingboche.

The day entails trekking through the rough terrain of ill-formed steps and arid land. You cross Thukla and then Dughla Pass (4830m). The ascent to Dughla will be along a moraine filled with boulders. Atop the Dughla pass is Chortens commemorating the lives of climbers who tried climbing Everest. The trail takes you further up and along glacial moraines to Lobuche with views of Kala Patthar and glacial pools. Overnight stay at Lobuche.

Sink in the beauty of the serene snow-covered landscape as you head for Gorakshep via the Everest Base Camp. A steady climb will take you past 5000m mark as Gorakshep is at 5140mThe trailheads along to the Everest Base Camp diverting from Gorakshep with views of Mount Pumori (7165m), Lobuche (6119m), Nuptse (7861m), surplus to that of the Everest (8848m). After spending a decent time and gathering as many photos for your collection beneath the tallest mountain on Earth, you head back on a trail to Gorakshep past Khumbu glacier. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

Today, you make an early climb to the Kalapatthar to catch a glorious sunrise over the Himalayas. Kalapatthar is a viewpoint for observing most Himalayan ranges in Khumbu including Mount Everest (8848m). After enjoying the views of the glorious ranges in Everest, you head down the Lobuche Pass and Thukla to reach Pheriche. You also pass by the Changri glacier on your way down. Overnight stay at Pheriche.

The snow depletes as we head to greener pastures on this long day of the hike to Namche Bazaar. Rougher tracks along the ridge carved out in the hills will make up a decent downhill hike with the occasional climb. You cross Pangboche and Imja Khola valley to reach Phortse Tenga. Walk by the Monastery in Phortse and head onto the lush green forest. The trail passes through juniper and pine forest with a hint of rhododendron grooves before heading to Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Descending from Namche along a trail over the hills, you trek downstream along the Dudh Koshi River. Well-formed stone pavement makes up a great descent with occasional tea houses and curbs side cafes along the way. Crossing the Dudh Koshi River over a suspension bridge, you arrive at Jorsalle. Further head on to Phakding and then descend steeply to Lukla. Overnight stay at Lukla.

You conclude the trip of Himalayas as you catch a flight back to Kathmandu. Gaze at the scenery of snow-capped peaks from the air and reminisce the moment spent in this Himalayan region. On arriving in the valley, you will be transferred to the trip hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Today is a contingency day, designated so that the trip can stay on schedule even if unfortunate events like bad weather delay the trip. You can take a leisurely stroll around local markets in Kathmandu if nothing of such sorts comes up. Take your pick from a variety of handicrafts and metal crafts for souvenirs. In the evening, enjoy a cultural program followed by a farewell dinner. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.