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Day 01 : Arrive in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will greet you at
the airport and accompany you to the Hotel.
Introduction with the staffs and brief discussion
about the upcoming programs. |
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Day 02 :
Kathmandu:sightseeing and trek preparation
The day will start with a guided tour of Kathmandu's
historical and spiritual attractions; including the
historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of
Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath)
and Buddha Nath, one of the largest stupas in the
world. |
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Day
03 : Kathmandu - Lukla (40 min flight) - Phakding;
3-4 hour trek (Trekking times only; stops not
included)
After an early morning flight to Lukla
(2,800m/9,186ft) and final preparations, the
trekking starts. From Lukla you'll pass Chaurikharka
village and make a descent towards the Dudhkosi Ghat
(2,530m/8,300ft). The trail follows the bank of the
Dudhkosi River until Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) is
reached. |
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Day 04 :
Phakding-Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hour trekking
The trail crosses Dudhkoshi River over a long
suspension bridge and then leads you along the river
to Hilary's Suspension Bridge. Then the trail climbs
further from here to Namche Bazaar. |
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Day 05 :
Namche Bazaar: Rest day
This day is rest day taken for the acclimatization
to the region. You can spend it taking a day hike to
Thame, visiting Khunde or relaxing and exploring
Namche Bazaar itself which is known as the gateway
to Mt. Everest. |
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Day 06 :
Namche Bazaar- Khumjung: 4 hour trekking
Today's route starts by climbing up to the
Shyangboche airstrip. Just above the airstrip is the
Everest View Hotel, a Japanese scheme to build a
deluxe hotel with great views of the highest
mountains on Earth. Overnight in Khumjung
(3,810m/12,500ft). |
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07 :
Khumjung-Tengboche: 4-5 hour
From here the trail will descend slightly to
Dudhkoshi at 3250m. Then a steep ascent will bring
you to the famous Tengboche Gompa, with its stunning
background of Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest and other
peaks. |
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Day 08 :
Tengboche-Dingboche: 5-6 hour
There's a slight descent early today through lush
forest, before the gradual climb up to the valleys
highest year round settlement of Pangboche
(3,860m/12,664ft). Continue ascending in the
afternoon through alpine meadows and yak herds,
eventually reaching Dingboche. |
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Day
09 : Dingboche: Rest Day
The second rest day is taken for the acclimatization
at Dingboche. As at Namche Bazaar, there is a
side-trip planned from Dingboche, or you can rest.
The side trip will wind up the valley to Chhukung
for sensational views. |
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10 :
Dingboche-Lobuche: 5-6 hour
Today is a climb to Duglha (4,620m/15,158ft). From
here there are stunning views of Tawachee and
Cholatse (6440m) can be enjoyed. From here the trail
goes up to Khumbu Glacier for an hour then left into
the memorial area before reaching the village of
Lobuche. (4,930m/12,894ft). By this stage the
effects of the altitude will be kicking in and you
can expect colder nights. |
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Day
11 :
Lubuche-Gorak Shep: 2-4 hour
The trail continues climb to Gorak Shep. It takes a
couple of hours to walk up to the famous viewing
point of Kala Pattar (Black Rock) at
5,545m/18,192ft; this small peak offers the best
views of Mt. Everest, Pumori and Ama Dablam you can
get without climbing. Overnight in Gorak Shep
(5,160m/16,929ft). |
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12 :
Gorak Shep-Everest Base Camp- Lubuche: 6-7
hour
This day leads you finally to the Everest Base Camp
(5,357m/17,575ft) walking through rocky and glacial
trails where climbers gather for summiting Everest.
Continuing the trek we'll return to Lobuje
(4930m/12894ft) for overnight. |
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Day
13 :
Lubuche-Pangboche: 5-6 hour
The trek retraces halfway back and lunch at Pheriche.
Finally the trek ends at Pangboche
(3,860m/12,664ft), which lies on the bank of Imja
Khola. |
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Day
14 :
Pangboche- Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hour
Now the trail retraces the same way back, stopping
at Tengboche. During the November-December full moon
the colorful Mani Rimdu festival is held here with
much singing and dancing. Overnight in Namche Bazaar
(3,400m/11,286ft). |
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Day
15 :
Namche Bazaar- Phakding: 5-6 hour
Today the trail steeply descends to the Hillary
Suspension Bridge and then continues on an easy
natural trail. Overnight in Phakding
(2,652m/8,700ft). |
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Day
16 :
Phakding-Lukla: 3-4 hour
And finally today the trail will lead you back to
Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft). On arrival in Lukla you will
have time to relax, stretch those sore legs and
celebrate the completion of your trek. |
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Day
17 :
Lukla- Kathmandu
After an early morning flight to Kathmandu, you will
be received from the airport and taken to your
hotel. Rest of the day is free for your shopping and
relaxation. |
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Day
18 :
Departure day
Today is your last day in Nepal. You will be
transferred to airport as per your flight schedule.
Our representative will bid farewell to you and you
will fly to your next destination with great
memories of Nepal. |