Itinerary

1. Day 1: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

   • Flight: Kathmandu to Lukla [2,800 meters / 9,186 feet]
   • Trek: Lukla to Phakding [2,640 meters / 8,661 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 4-5 hours
   • Highlights: A scenic flight to Lukla, the first day of trekking in the Everest region, a lush green landscape, and river views.

   Overnight: Phakding

2. Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

   • Trek: Phakding to Namche Bazaar [3,440 meters / 11,286 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 6-7 hours
   • Highlights: Crossing suspension bridges, beautiful pine forest trails, first glimpse of Everest, entry into Sagarmatha National Park, and arrival at the bustling Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar.

   Overnight: Namche Bazaar

3. Day 3: Trekking from Namche to Thame

   • Trek: Namche Bazaar to Thame [3,830 meters / 12,565 feet]
   • Elevation Gain: 390 meters / 1,279 feet
   • Duration: Approx. 5-6 hours
   • Highlights: Less crowded trail, panoramic mountain views, traditional Sherpa villages, and the historic Thame Monastery.

   Overnight: Thame

4. Day 4: Trek from Thame to Kwangde Peak Base Camp

   • Trek: Thame to Kwangde Peak Base Camp [4,700 meters / 15,419 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 5-6 hours
   • Highlights: Challenging ascent, dramatic alpine scenery, and reaching the base camp with stunning views of surrounding peaks.

   Overnight: Kwangde Peak Base Camp

5. Day 5: Climb to Kwangde High Camp from Base Camp

   • Climb: Kwangde Peak Base Camp to High Camp [5,200 meters / 17,060 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 4-5 hours
   • Highlights: Steep ascent, acclimatization at high altitude, and preparation for the summit push.

   Overnight: Kwangde High Camp

6. Day 6: Summit of Kwangde Peak and Descent to Base Camp

   • Summit: Kwangde Peak [6,187 meters / 20,298 feet]
   • Descent: Return to Base Camp
   • Duration: Summit day: 8-12 hours
   • Highlights: Early morning start, technical climb, breathtaking summit views, and the rewarding descent to Base Camp.

   Overnight: Kwangde Peak Base Camp

7. Day 7: Trek from Kwangde Peak Base Camp to Namche Bazaar

   • Trek: Kwangde Peak Base Camp to Namche Bazaar [3,440 meters / 11,286 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 5-6 hours
   • Highlights: Retracing steps, enjoying the descent, and returning to the comforts of Namche Bazaar.

   Overnight: Namche Bazaar

8. Day 8: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

   • Trek: Namche Bazaar to Lukla [2,800 meters / 9,186 feet]
   • Duration: Approx. 6-7 hours
   • Highlights: Final day of trekking, revisiting beautiful landscapes, and celebrating the end of the trek in Lukla.

   Overnight: Lukla

9. Day 9: Fly back to Kathmandu

   • Flight: Lukla to Kathmandu [1,400 meters / 4,593 feet]
   • Duration: 30-minute flight
   • Highlights: A scenic flight back to Kathmandu, an opportunity to reflect on the trek, and a transfer to the hotel.

   Overnight: Kathmandu (not included, but typically part of the itinerary)