Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel

Arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to respective hotels.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Tour

Drive to various historical and cultural attraction spots in the valley such as Palace areas, Swayambhu Stupa, Baudha Stupa, Pashupati temple etc.  You will be briefed regarding peak climbing and also preparation is done like climbing equipment and team formation. You will meet trek leaders and other team members of the expedition.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding

Early flight to Lukla. Here you will meet the trekking guides and make trekking arrangements to Phakding. Overnight stay.

Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Trekking to Namche Bazaar from Phakding is very interesting. You cross beautiful pine forest and walk along Dudh Koshi River to reach Namche Bazaar. On the way, you will get the chance to see Mt. Thamserku. If weather is kind then you can also get a clear glimpse of Mt. Everest. It ends at the entrance of Sagarmatha National park in Namche Bazaar.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar - Acclimatization Day

You will have a chance to get acquainted with Sherpa culture. You can also visit a local museum here. It gives you a lot of information about Sherpa people, their culture and Mount Everest. However, if you prefer a bit longer hike then you can go to Khumjung village.

Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Tengboche is your next destination from Namche Bazaar. First stop is Phunki. Then from Phunki, you ascend towards Tengboche. Tengboche Monastery in Tengboche is the largest monastery of Everest region. You can view mountains at 360 degrees namely Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. Overnight stay.

Day 07: Tengboche to Pheriche

On this day you begin descending for around half an hour crossing forests and rivers and climb up a hill for some time. Before reaching Pheriche you cross a beautiful Sherpa village called Pangboche.

Day 08: Pheriche to Lobuche

You start the journey early to reach Duglha. From here you take steep trail to Chupki Lhara. Here we will see an array of stones and prayer flags that is dedicated in memorial to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and Babu Chiri Sherpa ( Nepali mountain guide). Sherpa had climbed Mt. Everest ten times. Finally, we reach at Lobuche where we will stay at night.

Day 09: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and Gorak Shep

Today you trek to Everest Base Camp through Gorak Shep Lake. You have to be careful with the tricky trail and follow the guide. The trail passes through rocky dunes, moraine, and streams till you reach Everest Base Camp. You will see Nuptse, Khhumbuste, and Pumori from here. Overnight stay in Gorakshep.

Day 10: Gorak Shep to Lobuche and to Kala Patthar

It is comparatively a bit long trek today so you will have to begin the journey as early as the dawn. On reaching Kala Patthar yo will clearly see Mt. Everest at 360 degrees. Overnight stay in Lobuche.

Day 11: Lobuche to Kongma La

Today you will trek to Kongma La base Camp via Khumbu Glacier. Then from here, you descend to Imja River and Chhukung. At Chhukung you will check the climbing equipment for the climbing. Overnight stay at Chhukung.

Day 12: Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp

Island Peak Base Camp is the steep trail. First, you head towards the south and take eastward direction and following winding course you will reach at south-west face of Island Peak where you will spend the night.

Day 13: Practicing Climbing training on Island Peak Base Camp

Your peak climbing guides will take your class regarding peak climbing after breakfast. Carefully follow their instructions and techniques. Overnight stay at camp.

Day 14: Climbing Island Peak and back to Base Camp

This day you will have to wake up as early as 2 am to start climbing the peak. If you start this early you will reach the summit at noon.  After reaching the peak, enjoy the adventure for some time. Then get back to the Basecamp where we spend our successful night.

Day 15: Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche

You trace the same course today while descending through Khumbu River. You will see beautiful Sherpa villages, Orsho, and Shomare on the way. You can visit Gompa located at Upper Pangboche by taking another route. The regular way will take you to Pangboche village. It is beautiful village surrounded by mountains Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtaiga, Kongde, and Imja Tse River.

Day 16: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar

Following the same path, you move downward to Imja River and move upward for Tengboche. After crossing Dudh Koshi River and gentle walk you reach Sansa. And finally, you reach Namche Bazaar.

Day 17: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

You will trail back to Lukla from Namche Bazaar crossing few suspension bridges before reaching Lukla. Overnight stay at Lukla.

Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu

You will take the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. At Kathmandu, you can take some rest or roam around the city.

Day 19: Departure

The trip comes at the end today. If you prefer to extend your trip let us know otherwise we will transfer you to Kathmandu airport. Normally you are required to check in 3 hours before your flight.