Upon your arrival at TIA (Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu), our representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you will be taken to your respective hotel. After the check-in process, you can rest if you are too tired. You will also be provided a welcome dinner hosted by our institution. You will stay overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, we will start a guided tour to some historical attractions in Kathmandu (Durbar Square, the Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. In the evening we take you for a short tour to Thamel, which is the main tourist hub in Kathmandu. We will make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money exchange, supermarket, gear shops, and other necessary things you might need for your trip. You will stay overnight in Kathmandu.

We will take an early morning flight to Lukla (the gateway to the Everest trek). After the dramatic 30 min flight, enjoying the beautiful view of the hills and mountains, we land in Lukla, where we meet with our complete crew and proceed with our trek towards Phadking. After about a 4 hours trek we reach a small village of Phadking. You will stay overnight at a local lodge. 

Moving uphill, we enter the Sagarmatha national park (loaded with species of flora and fauna). Gradually moving forward we pass several bridges and reach the Khumbu region, Namche Bazaar. From here, we get the sight of Everest, AmaDablan. You will stay overnight there. 

Namche Bazaar is the Sherpa Capital, so here we experience the sherpa culture. Also, we hike around the Bazaar, to the top of Namche, and visit the museums, experience the breathtaking panoramic view of AmaDablam, Everest, Thamserku and other mountains.

Also, we hike all the way to Everest View Point and return back to Namchebazar. You will stay overnight at a local lodge.

After breakfast, we will leave for the trek. This will be one of the hardest days of trekking from an elevation gain viewpoint. You gain nearly 4,000 feet / 1,200 meters. However, it will also be one of the most rewarding days as you get to enjoy some stunning views of the Everest Mountain Range, Serene Forest out in the distance throughout the trek. On the way, we will also stop for some exploration of monasteries. We will stay overnight at a local lodge in Tengboche.

Today we head towards Dingboche. Dingboche is a distant and thrilling village that was conventionally a farming area for Sherpa people. We get to see many walled-off areas for growing buckwheat and potatoes. To the left of Dingboche lies Mt. Everest Base Camp, this is our destination. So, we start to trek from Tengboche, passing through small villages, forest, suspension bridges, and reach Dingboche. We will stay overnight at a local lodge.

We will be trekking to Chukkung through the Imja Valley after spending the night in Dingboche. The day is long but the trek is rewarding. Once you reach Chukkung, you will be lodged at one of the tea houses. The houses have awesome food. These foods are considered a luxury in the Himalayan areas. You can also find the gear rental shop in Chukkung. You can hire all the essential items like hard shell boots, crampons, harness, hamlet, ice ax, etc. The overnight stay will be at Chukung.

This day, you will be going to the Island Peak Base Camp. You need to climb up to the peak so that you will be able to see the sunrise in the morning. The beautiful view of the sunrise is heartwarming. The journey is the gradual ascent. So, you need to be aware of altitude sickness. Try to take it easy and rest your body for the summit climb in the upcoming few days. You should capture unforgettable moments from there. 

On this day, we will go through the easy descent from Island Base Camp. We will be heading towards the scenic village of Chukung. You may observe various Sherpa villages on your way. The significant Sherpa and Tamang culture will provide you knowledge regarding their lifestyle, custom, and traditions. You will be welcomed by beautiful waterfalls, rivers, green forests, and rhododendron on your way. The overnight stay will be at Chukung.  

After breakfast, we trek towards Lobuche. We pass through or above Pheriche, a lonely but picturesque village. After reaching Douglas, we climb a steep 30- to 60-minute up. From here, it’s a mostly flat hike to Lobuche. Trekkers also lose around 6 to 7 percent of their weight during their trip. It is advised to have a good diet during this journey that could provide you energy for such a long trip. The overnight stay will be at Labuche.

Today is the day when we will get to the base camp. So, we begin the trek towards Gorakshep. The extend from Lobuche to Gorakshep usually takes two to three hours. However, you will gain almost 300 meters in altitude. Passing the trails of ChangriNup, Pumori, Changri we reach Gorakshep. Gorakshep is the townsite of Everest base camp. Here, we suit up, strip down our day packs, and head towards our goal, Everest base camp.

To see the summit of Mount Everest, we have to hike up to a landmark known as Kala Patthar, or “black rock”. The place sits at around 5,600 meters, making it upper in elevation than Everest Base Camp. The Base Camp is at 5,364 meters. You can see the summit of Mount Everest from there. It is the world’s tallest peak. After the view of Kala Patthar, we move to our destination place Phiriche and spend the night there. 

On this day, we will ascend down to Phortse. It is a farming village that is located at 3840m in the Khumbu valley in Nepal. The village more resembles an authentic Sherpa village. The significant Sherpa culture will provide you knowledge regarding their lifestyle, custom, and traditions. You will be welcomed by beautiful waterfalls, rivers, green forests, and rhododendron on your way. Overnight stay will be at Phortse. On the next day, we will be prepared for another journey. 

We will further continue our journey to another village in the Sholukhumbu district. The name of that village is Khumjung. The village is famous for various Buddhist monasteries. You may also observe farming and cattle rearing which is the major occupation of the people living there. An interview with locals will create a friendly atmosphere for you. You may speak to them if you know Nepali. The overnight stay will be at Khumjung.

On this day, we will be taking breakfast early in the morning to head towards Manjo. It is a small town located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. The place lies in the Dudh Kosi river valley. You may also observe Sagarmatha National Park if it falls on your way. Manjo is often considered as a stopping point for trekkers. The place is an alternative point of Phakding. The place consists of several guesthouses. We will stay overnight there. 

Today is the last hike of this adventure. Traversing the trail towards Lukla, we pass through several beautiful villages. Once we reach Lukla, we say thank you and bid goodbye to the crew members who made this trip successful. We stay overnight at a local lodge. Lukla is the major tourist hub in the Everest region of Nepal. On the next day, we will be prepared for another trip. However, our trekking journey stops today. 

 We take the next stunning morning flight back to Kathmandu. We wave a heartfelt goodbye to the majestic mountains. After we land in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to our hotels and left on your own to enjoy and relax. Overnight stay at the hotel. You may also go for a quick shop to the major malls of Kathmandu if you would like to. 

Today we will walk around the local town in Kathmandu to experience the historical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the valley, explore the century-old monuments, architecture, crafts, visit the temple of the living goddess “Kumari”.We will have a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful journey. The overnight will be in Kathmandu.
 
 

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today. Our representative will guide us to the airport about 3 hours before our planned flight. On our way home, we have an abundance of time to map our next adventure in the astonishing country of Nepal.