Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

   Upon arrival in the Kathmandu Airport (TIA), you will be welcomed and greeted by our representative and then transfer to the hotel. After check in, you can either take rest; hang around in the city as it all depends upon your interests.
   Hotel Encounter Nepal
   Meals: Breakfast
   Max Altitude: 1,300m/4,264ft

2. Day 2: Kathmandu to Lukla flight and trek to Phakding

   Early morning after breakfast transfer to Kathmandu airport in domestic terminal to fly over Lukla, a gateway destination for trekking in Everest Region. After 40 minutes adventurous and scenic view flight we reach in the Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla. Here we meet our other crew members and then we begin our first day easy trek through forest, villages and along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 2,652m/8,700ft
   Flight Duration: 40 mins
    Trek Duration: 3-4 hrs

3. Day 3: Phakding to Namche Bazaar

   Today also we follow the Dudh Koshi River and cross suspension bridges many times, one of which is the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. On the way, we can see the beautiful view of Mt Thamserku (6618m). Passing through the small village of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo we enter in to the Sagarmatha National Park. We cross the last village of Jorsale before Namche and then gradual walk through the forest and bridges until we reach the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi Rivers (Larja Dobhan). After then about 2 hours steep climb we reach Chautara from where we get the first sight of Mt. Everest. From there another 1.5 hours easy walking bring us to Namche Bazzar, the gate way to Mt. Everest and the main trading center.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 3,440m/11,280ft
   Trek Duration: 5-6 hrs

4. Day 4: Namche Bazaar: Rest day

   After 2 days walking we take a rest in Namche Bazaar to acclimatize the body. It is recommended to stay active during rest day also which helps to acclimatize our body quickly. Walking little high altitude around 100 ft will help to acclimatize properly. Morning we do hike in Thame and later explore Namche Bazzar.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

   Today, the trail has gradual ups and downs with the magnificent view of the Himalayas and Musk Deer, Monal, Blue Sheep may come across on our way while walking through the jungle. We begin the day with a gradual walk down up to Kayanguma, passing by Tenzing Norgye Memorial Stupa and viewing massive Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Thamserku more snowcapped peaks. After then little ahead, we reach Sansa, the junction to Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp. We follow the right trail to Everest Base Camp through pine forests and come across the bridge over the Dhudh Koshi River in Phungi Thanga. From there the trail is little steep through the forest of rhododendrons and fir trees to Tengboche village, the home of the biggest Buddhist Monastery of Everest region and the close up view of massive Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Everest is very impressive.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 3,870m/12,694ft
   Trek Duration: 5-6 hrs

6. Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche

   Witness and capture the awesome view of mountains in the background of Tengboche Monastery. After breakfast, we continue the journey gradually down from rhododendron trees and come across the suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River. About an hour's further walk will bring us to Pangboche, which offers a dramatic view of the Himalayas and village. Passing by several Chortens, Mani walls and Pangboche Gompa we continue the trek through the village of Syomare, Orsho and Samso Ogma, where we meet the junction. From there, we follow the right path, and after crossing the bridge over the confluence of Khumbu Khola and Imja River we climb the steep path to Chyakunwa Kharka, from where we can see the spectacular view of Taboche, Ama Dablam, Khangteka, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse and many more. After a few minutes of gradual climb, we will be welcomed by chorten and prayer flags in Dingboche.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 4,360m/14,300ft
   Trek Duration: 5-6 hrs

7. Day 7: Dingboche to Dughla

   Today all the way is dry but offers awesome Mountain View on all sides. We start the trek by walking gradually through the Khumbu Khola Valley and reach the yak herder’s place, Dusa (4503m). After following the narrow trail we reach Phulung Karpo, where campsite was asserted during the first successful Everest Expedition in 1953. Further, the sight of Chola Lake and Mt. Pumo Ri (7161m) appears on the way. As we descend the trail the view of Mt. Pumo Ri disappears and comes across the roaring stream. We cross the small wooden bridge and climb steeply up to Dughla. Dughla offers marvellous views of Nuptse, Cholatse, Thamserku and several other magnificent peaks.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 4,620m/15,154ft
   Trek Duration: 3-4 hrs

8. Day 8: Dughla to Lobuche

   Today is a short but difficult walking day as we have to walk through the boulder path left by the Khumbu glacier. Initially, we will walk a steep path through the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and climb to Thukla Pass (4830m). At the top, there are piles of stones with prayer flags and memorials of dead climbers, including Babu Chiri Sherpa, 10 times Everest submitter and Scott Fischer, an American mountaineer. As we descend to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, several great peaks like Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal greet us. After crossing Khumbu Glacier, we get the beautiful sight of towering Mt. Nuptse (7855m). Further climbing the steep trail along the roaring stream, we reach Lobuche.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 4,910 m/16,105 ft
   Trek Duration: 3-4 hrs

9. Day 9: Lobuche to Gorak Shep to Kalapatthar to Gorak Shep Or Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorak Shep

   Today, we have two options. The first one is we reach Gorak Shep and, in the late afternoon, hike to Kalapatthar for an impressive sunset view over the Himalayas including Mt. Everest. The second one is that we reach Everest Base Camp and then trek back to Gorak Shep overnight. We can split the group for option 1 and option 2.
   After early breakfast, we will start trekking through the moraine of Khumbu glacier. Passing through the Italian Research Center and Lobuche Pass (5110m), we reach Chongri Glacier. On the way to Chongri Glacier we get the first sight of the summit of the north ridge of Mt. Everest along with a 360-degree view of snowcapped mountains, including Mt. Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse, Nuptse and many more. Walking up through the boulder path of Changri Glacier, we reach Gorak Shep.

   Option 1: In the evening, we hike to Kalapatthar. Kalapatthar is the popular viewpoint hill. It takes 45 minutes to reach from Gorak Shep. From there, we can see very impressive, massive and sky towering Himalayas, including Kantenga, Pumo Ri, Thamserku, Changtse Ama Dablam, Kantenga, Nuptse, Lhotse, Everest and many more.

   Option 2:- Leaving the Kalapathar (viewpoint) on the left and passing by Indian army mountaineers’ memorials, we continue towards Everest Base Camp, which takes us around 3 hours to reach. We celebrate the achievement of our trip goal by capturing massive Nuptse, Khumbuste and Punori from Everest Base Camp in our camera. But from here, Mt. Everest is not visible. After spending memorable moments, we trek back to Gorak Shep.

   Note: The sunset view from Kalapatthar is more impressive than the sunrise view over snow-capped mountains, including Mt. Everest. If you wish to hike Kalapatthar today, our guide and porters will accompany you.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Max Altitude: 5,550m/18,204ft
   Trek Duration: 8-9 hrs

10. Day 10: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar / Everest Base Camp to Pheriche

    Those participants who had chosen option 1 yesterday (Kalapatthar), will visit the Everest base camp today. Those who chose option 2 yesterday (Everest Base Camp) will hike to Kalapatthar today for a sunrise view over snowcapped mountains, including Mt. Everest, and then wait for other participants to return to Gorak Shep.
    After lunch in Gorak Shep, we trek back to Dughla via the same route and then follow the right-side trail to Pheriche.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Max Altitude: 5,364m/17,594ft
    Trek Duration: 8-9 hrs

11. Day 11: Pheriche to Tengboche to Namche Bazzar

    After breakfast, we trek down through Rhododendron and Juniper Forest, passing by Samdrang village, Stone Wall, Tsuro Og and then Samso Ogma, Orsho and Syomare village. Crossing the river several times through a suspension bridge and walking steadily, we reach the home of the biggest Buddhist Monastery of the Everest region, Tengboche. From there, we descend down to the river and again cross a suspension bridge, passing by the beautiful village of Sanasa, Kyangiuma, and enjoying the magnificent view of the Himalayas on the way, we reach Tenzing Norgye Memorial Stupa. On the way, we may encounter wildlife such as snow leopards, colourful pheasants, Himalayan thaks, deer, etc. After that, a gradual one-hour walk will bring you to the main town of the Everest Region, the Namche Bazaar.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Max Altitude: 3,440 m/11,280 ft
    Trek Duration: 6 -7 hrs

12. Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

    Today is our last trekking day and we trek back the same route but we feel completely different view. Trail is steep, so we need to walk slowly supporting own body with shaky legs. We trek back exploring attractions on the way, experiencing Sherpa culture in beautiful villages and enjoying distance view of Himalayas. Freezing cold turns to moderately warm and our body get relief today. After breakfast we begins gradual walk for few minutes and then steep down to the Larja Bridge which is the confluence point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. From there the gradual walk along Dudh Koshi River will bring us to the exit point from National Park, the Jorsale village. Again following the Dudh Koshi River, pass by the small village of Monjo, Chumoa, Benkar and walking through rhododendron forest, we reach Phakding. Few hours more gradual walk will bring us at Lukla. In Lukla we do relax and stretch the tired body. Late afternoon we can stroll around the Lukla. Evening we enjoy the last dinner with crew members.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Max Altitude: 2,800m/9,186ft
    Trek Duration: 6 hrs

13. Day 13 : Lukla – Kathmandu

    After early breakfast we fly back to Kathmandu memorizing those excited and beautiful days. In Kathmandu you can take a rest throughout the day in hotel or you can explore other attractions of Kathmandu. For the memorizing the Nepal trip you can buy some souvenirs for yourself or for friends and family in Thamel Area. Late evening we celebrate the success of our trip and enjoy dinner together.
    Hotel Encounter Nepal

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

14. Day 14: Departure

    After breakfast, you are free till departure time. If you have more time, you can go shopping or go sightseeing around Kathmandu. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, a representative drops you to the airport.

    Meals: Breakfast