Day 01: Fly Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,372 ft) and Phakding (2,610 m/ 8,613 ft) | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: LD
On the first starting day, we fly towards Lukla Airport, which is spotted on the list of most extreme adventurous airports in the world, spitting Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Hence landing on Lukla, we develop short 3 to 4 hours trek, walking down almost 500 m towards Dudh Koshi River and move on passing through several mini walls and Monuments, murmuring Buddhist prayer to reach Phakding. Being the first day, we only extend short trek as starting the warm-up day from Lukla to Phakding.
Day 02: Namche (3440 m/ 11,283 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
We will have breakfast in Phakding before gearing up for (10 to 12 km) long trek to Namche bazaar. We develop our trek over the Dudh Koshi River through a long suspension bridge and pleasing pine forest to Monjo. Soon thereafter, we officially enter Sagarmatha National Park for a brief permit check, pursuing a trial along the tough climb up to the hill rewards Namche Bazaar (the resting place).
Day 03: Tengboche (3,867 m/ 12,684 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
On the third day after having delightful breakfast, we extend our (5 to 6 hours) trek to reach Tengboche which is considered as one of the most beautiful spots in the Everest region. Triggering our trek through the valley above Dudh Koshi River offers breathtaking views of many giant Himalayas, Pleasing forests, several villages and numerous tea shops along passing through many zigzag trails, you reach to Tengboche. Moment of exploring Tengboche Monastery (Khumbu's largest Monastery) at Tengboche is incredible.
Day 04: Dingboche (4,358m / 14, 295 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
On the fourth day, our (5 to 6 hours) trek starts walking through charming and lush rhododendron forest, crossing Imja Khola River to Pangboche valley (3,860 m/ 12,664 ft). Enjoy an opportunity to visit ancient Pangboche monastery and small Sherpa villages passing through fascinating mini walls. Unique and different level of difficult experience of afternoon hike leaving Pangboche through dry landscape deserted mountain, we step Dingboche.
Day 05: Lobuche (4,928 m/ 16,164 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
After satisfying breakfast, we develop nearly 5 hours challenging trek on high hills over Khumbu Khola valley passing memorial stupas, Chola Lake, wooden bridges, stony Mount Pumori (7,138 m/ 23,418 ft) view through the curvy trail to ascend Dungla. After there, we pass mortal Khumbu glacier of Mount Everest exploring many giant and tall mountains to reach Lobuche. Finally, after reaching Lobuche three miles above sea level, we prepare for a chilly cold night.
Day 06: Everest Base Camp ( 5,364 m/ 17,575 ft) and return to Gokarshep ( 5,160 m/ 16,929 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
We begin our sixth-day trek leaving Lobuche aiming Everest base camp. Developing morning walk we reach Gokarshep to have lunch and continue to climb up targeting Everest base camp. The close and giant increasing face of Mount Everest is focusing part of the day. On trekking way, just a small ascend offers you a real breathtaking sight of 360° view on high mountain kingdom. Walking through high elevation of Everest finally, we step Everest base camp after sightseeing and captures we will be back to Gokarshep for overnight stay.
Day 07: Morning Kalapathar (5,550 m/ 18,204 ft) and Pheriche (4358m/ 14,295 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
Day seven is a separated day to hike towards Kalapathar (Black rock). Leaving Gokarshep we hike upward for a couple of hours to step on the viewpoint of Kalapathar. A spectacular and surprising view of Kalapathar and other stunning views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and many more high mountains are the offers of day seven. After having a wonderful time throughout high giant mountains, we head back towards Pheriche for a nighttime stop.
Day 08: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/ 11,283 ft) | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD
After leaving Pheriche towards Pangboche is totally downhill, following and continuing the same route (7 to 8 hours) that we passed before we reach to Namche Bazaar by late afternoon. This night we enjoy Sherpa’s traditional and cultural nights with their dishes at a restaurant.
Day 09: Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,372 ft) Trek: 6/7 hrs | Meal: BLD
On a ninth day, quitting Namche we start (7 to 8 hours trek) to step Lukla following back the same way that we had developed before passing through many bridges, charming forests, small villages, praying stones and flattering praying flags. We also consider and follow some formalities on the National park check post as before. After stepping Lukla, it brings last tea house and a party night with your trekking crew along this will be your last night on the mountain.
Day 10: Fly to Kathmandu | Flight: 30 minutes | Meal: B
The last day of trekking is for the scenic flight leaving Lukla to Kathmandu over snow-capped mountains. Usually, flights are in the morning schedule but you will hold sufficient time to have fine breakfast in Lukla. Our private vehicle will be following your arrival time to pick you up and shift to a fine hotel.
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