You will fly directly in to the high Khumbu region and once you reach at the Lukla airport you will head toward the trekking trail. This trekking is one of the relish fantastic trekking under the eyes of many of the world’s highest mountains including Sagamartha, Mother Goddess of the Earth (Everest) herself and many of the highest Himalayan in the world. For those with limited time, this trip allows you to fly into the Everest Region, catch a glimpse of this great mountain and briefly experience the Sherpa culture, traditions and hospitality. You will take a 35 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla tiny airstrip at Lukla through the bustling Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar then climbs gently from the madding crowds of the main trail up to mystical Phakding, Manjo and Namche. Manjo and Namche – towering rock faces; glistening mountain spires; juncture of ancient trading routes to Tibet and beyond – the cozy homesteads are home to many of Nepal’s greatest mountaineers, inspiring Sherpa artists and many, many smiling faces. Staying at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge and relaxing in relative comfort at the end of each walking day. These both the lodges are one of the finest lodges available only in Everest region from where one can enjoy the beautiful mountains with snow clad. Serve testy meals with different menu each day and prepared under hygienically. This trip takes you into the heart of bravest Sherpa country who climbed Mount Everest. The trail passes through quaint villages, waterfalls and verdant fields in rich hues of green and yellow. Amidst many of the programs on offer, this is the best trek and to introduction Sherpa people their culture, religious and many more. Apart from this, you also enjoy the beautiful mountains glimpses on top of your head.
- Itinerary Overview
- Detailed Travel Plan
- Included / Excluded
- Travel Notes
- Departure Dates
- Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu.
- Day 2 : Sightseeing tour
- Day 3 : Fly to Lukla (2840m)
- Day 4 : Trek to Phakding (2610m/3 hours’ walking)
- Day 5 : Trek to Monjo (2835m/3 hours’ walking)
- Day 6 : Trek to Namche (3440m/5 to 6 hours’ walking)
- Day 7 : Namche day excursion (5 hours’ walking)
- Day 8 : Trek to Phakding (5 hours walking).
- Day 9 : Trek to Lukla (3 hours).
- Day 10 : Fly back to Kathmandu.
- Day 11 : Sightseeing tour
- Day 12 : Final departure.
- Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu.
It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. A representative and driver from Enchanting Adventures will meet you at the airport and escort you Hotel. The representative will help you check into Hotel.
Check In and Overnight at Hotel. - Day 2 : Sightseeing tour
After breakfast commence the sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu City.
Pashupatinath: This Temple dating back to 400 A.D. is one of the oldest Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is for the Hindus what Mecca is for the Muslims. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in Pagoda Style with gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. You’ll also be able to see cremation grounds that lie on the bank of Bagmati behind the temple.
Boudhanath Stupa: One of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal; Boudhanath is one of the holiest structures imposing a height of 36 meters with three massive level Mandala style platforms. It is surrounded by colourful buildings housing families creating a friendly enclosure. The Stupa is visited every year by tens of thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.
Kathmandu City: Kasthamandap, the source of the name Kathmandu means ‘made from the timber of a single tree’. Also known as Kantipur, the capital Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's art and culture. It is a place for rest, relaxation and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic temples and monuments. Kathmandu Durbar Square with its arrays of temples, Seto Machhindranath and the ancient palace of the former Nepali Royals enriches your experience of the centuries old civilization.
Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 3 : Fly to Lukla (2840m)
In the morning, you will be taken on a spectacular 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla – perched at 9400ft (2840m) in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal – providing unforgettable views of the terraced landscape, river valleys below and some of the world’s highest mountains.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 4 : Trek to Phakding (2610m/3 hours’ walking)
After breakfast, trek towards Phakding (8700ft/ 2610m). This is an easy and scenic walk, which starts with a gentle climb beside the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River, with distant views of the peaks of Nupla (5885 metres) and Kusumkang (6367 metres). Following the left bank of the river you will reach Phakding.
Later on, take a walk to Rimijung Gompa, the monastery of Sano Gomila. This walk should take less than one hour. On the way is a gompa and like those at Thame and Pangboche, it is home to a small idol, housed in a metal casket, said to have been made from the branches of a white tree that once grew there.
Reaching the village of Sano Gomila and its primary school, you will enjoy views of Mt. Thamserku and Mt. Kusumkang before returning to the Phakding Yeti Mountain Home, where you stay overnight.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 5 : Trek to Monjo (2835m/3 hours’ walking)
After breakfast you’ll trek to the village of Monjo. Your route follows a level path along the right bank from the resort. Mt. Thamserku, 6,623 metres high, looms skyward on the opposite bank. After crossing a stream and climbing the terraced hill from the Dudh Koshi route, you arrive at Banker (2700m). Continuing through a forest, you arrive at Chumow, where you can visit the vegetable farm. Walking along a path with numerous ups and downs, you cross a stream and enter the small village of Monjo.
Your accommodation for the night is at the Monjo Lodge, located above the village and overlooking the Dudh Koshi River. It enjoys spectacular views of Thamserku, if weather permits. After lunch at the lodge, your guide will escort you on a local walk before returning to the lodge in the late afternoon.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 6 : Trek to Namche (3440m/5 to 6 hours’ walking)
After breakfast, your walk to Namche begins, which should take between five and six hours.
Descending stone steps, you come to a suspension bridge, and, after a short climb you reach Jorshale. This is the entrance to the National Park, and you must wait here while your guide pays the entrance fees. Walking beside the river, you reach a forested mountainside and pass a rocky area. After crossing a high, winding path, you descend to the riverbed and reach a V-shaped valley. The river forks here: the right stream is the Dudh Koshi and the left is the Bhote Koshi that leads to Nangpa La. Crossing another suspension bridge and walking a short distance alongside the Bhote Koshi, you ascend to Namche Bazaar.
You reach the lodge in time for lunch. You will spend the next two nights in the Namche.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 7 : Namche day excursion (5 hours’ walking)
After breakfast at the Lodge, you have five hours’ walking ahead of you. It will take you across Syangboche airfield and through a small forest to Khumjung Hillary High School. The village of Khumjung covers the largest area in Khumbu. After lunch at Khumjung you’ll visit Khunde Hospital. Both the hospital and school were built with funds raised by the late Sir Edmund Hillary. From here you should be able to enjoy views of majestic mountains including Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Kangtega, Lhotse and Everest.
After your walk you will return to the Namche.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 8 : Trek to Phakding (5 hours walking).
After breakfast at the Lodge, we have a long descent today. The trail is very good although steep in places, so we make a leisurely pace reaching Phakding after approximately 5 hours of walking.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge. - Day 9 : Trek to Lukla (3 hours).
After breakfast at the Lodge, our final day's trekking follows the Dudh Kosi back down to Lukla. This last evening in the mountains is the ideal opportunity for a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and porters, where we can sample some chang (local beer - a favorite drink on the mountains), do a jig to some Sherpa dancing and reflect back on a memorable trekking experience.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge.
- Day 10 : Fly back to Kathmandu.
After an early breakfast you will take a scheduled flight back to Kathmandu and this flight surely will be one of the highlights of your tour, with amazing views of the surrounding mountains.
On arrival in Kathmandu you’ll be transferred to Hotel.
Leisure all day.
Check In and Overnight at Hotel. - Day 11 : Sightseeing tour
Sightseeing tour of Patan and Bhaktapur after breakfast
Patan City: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu, Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the valley. A destination for connoisseurs of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments.
Bhaktapur (Bhadgaon): Also known as city of devotees, Bhaktapur is the home of medieval art and architecture. Lying 14 kilometres/9 miles east of Kathmandu City, this place was founded in the 9th Century and is shaped like a conch shell. The city is at the height of 4,600 ft. above sea level. In Bhadgaon, you will visit the Durbar Square with the Palace of 55 windows built by King Bhupatindra Malla. The famous five-storied Nyatapol temple on the terraces of which stands a pair of figures - two goddesses, two strong men, two elephants, two lions and two griffins is the tallest temple in the valley and was also built by King Bhupatindra Malla. It is one of the best examples of Pagoda styled temples.
Day concludes with a Farewell dinner at local restaurant with cultural dance show
Overnight at Hotel. - Day 12 : Final departure.
Breakfast at the hotel.
We ensure that that you will leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative from Explorer Nepal drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home.
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Included
- Assisted upon arrival at the airport by our office representative.
- All arrival and departure transfers as per the itinerary by a/c vehicles.
- 04 nights twin/double room accommodation in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast basis.
- 07 nights / 08 days luxury trek using Yeti Mountain Home on full board as per the above itinerary including guide and porter only.
- Sagarmatha National Park fee and Trekkers’ Information System.
- All sightseeing tours and transfers mentioned in the above itinerary in Kathmandu with our local English speaking guide including entrance fees.
- Airfare for the sector Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu with airport transfers.
- Farewell dinner at local restaurant with Nepali cultural program.
- All applicable taxes presently 24.3%.
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Excluded
- International Airfare and taxes.
- Sightseeing which is not mentioned in above itinerary.
- Any meals in Kathmandu.
- Personal expenses.
- Any transportation cost outside of the regular itinerary.
- Any insurance.
- Tipping amount.
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