Travelpack

Kathmandu • Manthali • Lukla • Phakding • Namche Bazaar • Thyangboche • Dingboche • Lobuche • Gorakshep • Everest Base Camp • Kala Patthar • Pheriche

Embark on a breathtaking Himalayan adventure, beginning in vibrant Kathmandu and leading you all the way to the legendary Everest Base Camp. Enjoy a scenic mountain flight to Lukla and trek through charming Sherpa villages, lush valleys, and ancient monasteries, including the iconic Thyangboche. Experience the thrill of standing at Everest Base Camp and witness an unforgettable sunrise from Kala Patthar. With comfortable local lodges, rich cultural encounters, and stunning mountain scenery throughout, this journey offers the perfect blend of adventure, beauty, and authentic Nepalese hospitality, an unforgettable experience for every traveller.

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport Via Hamad International Airport
Arrive at Kathmandu's International Airport later this morning or afternoon. Welcome to Nepal !!!
Meet and Greet upon arrival at the airport by our Airport representative and transfer to your Hotel for check-in. Standard check-in time is 14:00 hrs. The rest of the is at leisure. Overnight in Kathmandu, Nepal - a landlocked country between India and China, is a land of stunning natural beauty and cultural richness. Known as the home of Mount Everest and the birthplace of Lord Buddha, it blends majestic Himalayan peaks with lush valleys, ancient temples, and vibrant traditions. Nepal's charm lies in its warm hospitality, spiritual heritage, and breathtaking landscapes. Meal includes: no meal on this day

Day 2: Kathmandu / Manthali (Drive: 130 kms / 4 hrs approx)
Leisurely Breakfast at the Hotel. Later, check out of your Hotel and drive to Manthali. Upon arrival at Manthal, I check into your Hotel Rest of the afternoon is at Leisure.
Overnight at Manthali
Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 3: Fly Manthali - Lukla (2886m)- Trek to Phakding
Morning, transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Lukla. You will start today's trek from Luklafollowing a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi. Nupla (5885m) can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank, which is a peakatop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right, and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.). The Dudh Kosi approaches as you pass a Mani wall and arrive at Ghat. You continue along a small path with many climbs and descents,s following the left bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
After breakfast, start the trek following the trail ascending gradually towards Jorsale, crossing the suspension bridges over Dud Koshi River and get to the entrance gate on the National Park. Afterwards, crossing three more bridges, the trail ascends through the Alpine and Rhododendron jungle. It may be possible to see the Dears, Blue Ship on the way, and the trail ends at Namche Bazaar, the highest Sherpa market in the world.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Trek to Thyangboche (3867m)
Today's walk is a steep one. Walk to Phunki Thenga for lunch. After lunch, the trail steeply ascends toward Thyangboche through the same type of jungle, watching different kinds of birds, animals and beautiful views of Numbur (6,959m).
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Rest day at Thyangboche for acclimatization
This is a remarkable acclimatisation day. You can also visit Thyangboche monastery and the surrounding area. Thyangboche Monastery, nestled in the Khumbu region of Nepal, is one of the most sacred and picturesque Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayas. Located at 3,867 meters, it offers breathtaking views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks. Renowned for its spiritual significance, it serves as the main religious center for Sherpas and hosts the vibrant Mani Rimdufestival each year.
Overnight at Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4260m)
Leave Tyangboche and the Khumbu mountains as a backdrop-and descend a rhododendron-covered area to emerge in a pleasant level area. Pass a long Mani stone wall to enter the village of Deboche. Go on to Minlinggo and leave the mountain path to crossover a suspension bridge to the left bank of the Imja Khola. Climb the mountain path while looking up at Ama Dablam and Kantega(6779m) as they appear on the opposite bank. Ascend the chorten-lined route, come to a fork, the upper path passes Pangboche and a monastery, take the lower path to Pangboche Olin and its stone wall-enclosed potato field. Pass through the village and cross a stream to a path skirting a rocky area to terraced hills along the riverbank. The trail climbs slowly, winding above the Imjatse River, to a big Mani Stupa. From here, the walk is fairly moderate as you enter the Imjatse Valley beneath the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse. Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls protecting the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4930m)
Today's walk offers views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north-Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. After two two-hour walks, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. Stop at Dugla for lunch, before continuing for an hour up a steep hill to the top, where there are views of Mt.Pumori and other peaks west of Everest. After a short break, continue trekking up to Lobuche, hidden and sheltered from the wind.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep
Trek up the valley following the rocky moraine path, view the icy glacial pond and icebergs down below. Khumbu glacier. After the last rocky moraine dunes, a short downhill walk brings you to Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar (5545m) and Mt. Pumori(7145m). Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp, with the new camp being further up the valley. Now the trail winds through a rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse appear at the front of you. After a great moment, you retrace back passing through Khumbu glacier with magnificent views of Lobuche, Cholatse, Mt. Pumori and Tabuche.
Overnight at Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Trek to Kala Patthar (5545m)- Further, trek to Pheriche (4243m)
Early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and enjoy the view of sunrise. From Kala Patthar, you can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. AmaDablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more. Pheriche is the place where one can make phone calls to any part of the world. You can see the mountain Yaks in Pheriche. Yaks are normally regarded as the porters in this area. The town of Pheriche is known as windytown. There, you can see the perpendicular walls of Cholatse and Tawache. There is located Himalayan Rescue Association is located Aid Post, and foreign volunteer doctors are to provide medical treatment to trekkers as well as local people.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
The walk from Pheriche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long, winding path. En route, you will visit the traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde. There is an opportunity to visit one of its monasteries, the only monastery that has a Yeti Scalp. From Khumjung village, another 30-minute walk brings you to the village of Khunde, where you can visit the Khunde Hospitalfunded by Sir Edmund Hillary Trust. After Khunde, a scenic and pleasant walk brings you to Namche for the overnight.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Trek to Lukla (2886m)
The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River, crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 Minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.
Overnight at a Local Lodge
Meal includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Fly Lukla to Manthali & then Drive to Kathmandu (B)
Morning, fly back to Manthali from Lukla. Upon arrival, I rejoin your car and then drive back to Kathmandu, retracing the same way. Evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 14: Kathmandu
Breakfast at the Hotel. This day is free for relaxing or the possibility of doing a tour in Kathmandu city (Optional).
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 15: Depart Kathmandu
After an early breakfast, in time transfer to Kathmandu airport to board your flight for your onward destination.

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