About this experience
Famously known as the “Classic trek to Everest”, Jiri to Everest trek has been preferred by many hardcore trekkers from decades ago. It was believed to be the original route to Everest. Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay also embarked on their quest to climb Mount Everest from this trail as well. Starting from Jiri, which lies in the Dolakha district of Nepal, this Jiri to Everest trek takes you deep into the hills, forest, gorges and river banks leading directly to the base camp of the roof of the world. Jiri is the home of an ethnic group called the Jirels and Sherpa. It is one of the classic treks of Nepal which provides an opportunity to experience a true and authentic Sherpa culture with spectacular views of the Everest range.
At a glance
- Duration: 600 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 600 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What is included
- Twin sharing hotel accommodation in Kathmandu. Lodge/Mountain teahouse in trekking
- Entrance fees, required permits & official paper documents
- Guided Kathmandu Valley sightseeing with included entrance fees.
- Flight from Lukla-Kathmandu
- Lunch
- Full board meal (breakfast, lunch & dinner) with tea/coffee in the time of trekking
- Dinner
- An English speaking trekking guide
- Breakfast
- Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport in a private vehicle. Local bus from Kathmandu to Bhandar.
Not included
- International flight tickets
- Travel and Rescue Insurance
- Nepal entry visa
- Personal expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills
- Tips to your guide and porter (tipping is expected)
- Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the "cost includes" section
Itinerary and highlights
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Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Travel Max Guide
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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