About this experience
Day 1: Kathmandu, Arrival in Kathmandu 1,350m
Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital and cultural hub of Nepal! We’ll be waiting with a warm greeting and easy transfer to your hotel.
Day 2:Kathmandu to Lukla flight, trek to Phakding 2,800m
Day 3:Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3,440m
Day 4:Namche Bazaar - day hike Khunde/Khumjung/Everest
We leave early for the hike up to the Everest View Hotel about an hour’s hike above Namche for a fantastic panorama of the Himalayas and a great view of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. After enjoying the view and relaxing with a hot coffee we continue to the traditional Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung. If you get a chance ask your guide to take you to the Khumjung Monastery which houses the scalp of what's said to be a Yeti. Leaving the villages we circle back to Namche via the small airstrip at Syangboche.
Day 5:Namche to Phakding and Lukla 2,800m
Day 6:Lukla to Kathmandu 1350m
Day 7:Kathmandu: departure day 1,350m
At a glance
- Duration: 120 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 120 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Necessary paper works, all government and local taxes
- Trekkers Information Management System [TIMS] registration card
- Worst case rescue and medical evacuation arrangements
- Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guid
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits as per the availability
- Pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu before the trek
- Accommodation in tea houses / lodges along the trek as per the itinerary
- Airport pickup and drop services on a private vehicle including before and after the trek
- Trekking Map
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- Experienced English speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- Meals on full board [Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner / main course] during the trek
Not included
- International airfare, Nepal visa fees (two passport photographs ), travel and medical insurance, emergency evacuation)
- Personal nature expenses (bars and beverage bills, dessert, hot shower, drinking water, telephone, internet, laundry, titbits etc.
- Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control (Costs are not refundable and transferable in any mean if you leave the trek voluntarily and want to return from the trek)
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu (also in the case of early returns and late departures)
- Services not mentioned in 'Services Includes' section (Please ask us if you are confused about any services
Itinerary and highlights
HIGHLIGHTS
Follow this epic trail through the alpine region
Enjoy the magnificent views of the Himalayas
Includes a full day to explore Namche Bazaar
Pass through Sherpa valleys and learn about the Tibetan Buddhist culture.
This lodge-based trek follows the legendary 'Everest Trail' from the airstrip at Lukla. In just a little more than one week, you can trek up to the exceptional viewpoint of Sangboche, witness the stunning Everest view at sunset and experience the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Khumbu.A memorable small-plane mountain flight from Kathmandu to the airstrip at Lukla provides access to an alpine world where the air is crystal clear and colorful prayer flags flutter from the rooftops. The trek then sets off directly from the airstrip.Tour the famous Namche Bazaar, which is the primary town of the Everest or Khumbu region and has government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, and a colorful market. Hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and others.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Airport and Hotel Pick and Drop.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mount Advenutre Holidays
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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