Wake up early in the morning and have a quick breakfast before departing the hotel. Our representative will receive you from your hotel and drop you at the airport according to your flight schedule. You can catch a direct flight from Kathmandu to reach Lukla in the off seasons. But in peak seasons, flights are diverted to Manthali airport and then towards Lukla. Flying to Lukla is a memorable and thrilling moment as you fly over hills and river valleys to reach a short but adventurous landing at Lukla airport. The direct flight time from Kathmandu to Lukla takes around 35 to 45 minutes depending upon weather and traffic conditions. Lukla is the gateway to Everest, from where you head towards Sagarmatha National Park to reach EBC and Kala Patthar. Following landing at Lukla, your trek journey begins, where you trek towards Phakding (2,651 m) after a 3 to 4 hour walk.

Following early morning breakfast, we head towards Namche Bazaar, crossing forests and iconic suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi river. You pass through the villages of Benkar, Monjo, and Jorsale. The last bridge brings us to the foot of the sharp climb to Namche. Halfway up this ascent, we are likely to get our first views of the Everest summit, which appears behind the Nuptse-Lhotse. After a steep climb, you reach the beautiful Namche Bazaar (3,438 m), the heart of the Khumbu region. Namche is a flourishing Sherpa town and an ancient trading center with coffee shops, bakeries, ATMs, internet cafes, government offices, a bank, and various establishments that facilitate visitors. You end your day at Namche Bazaar, where you accommodate yourself in a lodge or hotel.

Today is acclimatization day at Namche Bazar, where you take proper rest or an optional hike to acclimatize your body for high altitudes. If you are hiking, you can choose between a trek to Khumjung, where you can visit the local school and hospital, or to Thame village, home to Everest Sherpa expeditors, namely, the great Everest climber Tenzing Norgay. We can also hike to the airstrip in Shyangboche (3,720 m), made to serve the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m), the highest hotel in the world. The Everest View Hotel gives magical and lifetime experiences, providing you the opportunity to enjoy warm hospitality and delicious cuisine with a prime view of Everest. Following the hike, you return to your place of accommodation in Namche Bazaar and get proper rest for the next day's trek to Tengboche.

Following early morning breakfast, we descend to the river line and cross it at the small settlement of Phunki Tenga Village (3,250m). From Phunki village, you take a steep climb through the forest to Tengboche (3,870 m). You walk for 5 to 7 hours to cover the distance of 10km today. As we reach Tengboche check in to the place of accommodation and prepare for a visit to the famous Tengboche monastery. Tengboche monastery is one of the largest monasteries in the Khumbu region and is the spiritual center of the region. The place gives a close view of peaks like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Also, the sunset view from Tengboche is stunning as you witness the golden glow of sunlight spreading beautifully over the snowcapped peaks. In the evening, you return to the place of accommodation and have a warm, delicious dinner and prepare for the next day's trek to Dingboche.

Wake up early in the morning and have a hearty breakfast in your place of accommodation. After breakfast, prepare for the trek to Dingboche. You walk for an average of 5 to 6 hours to cover a distance of 9 Km today. You begin your walk through dense rhododendron forests. The journey gives you a magical and exciting experience as the trail rewards you with a scenic view of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. As you cross the Imja river, you reach the charming Pangboche village, where you can explore Pangboche monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in the Khumbu region. Pangboche also gives a close panoramic view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Thamserku. From Pangboche you go ahead towards Imja Valley and climb up towards Dingboche, crossing the Lobuche river. Once you reach Dingboche (4,350 m), you can explore the high-land barley, buckwheat, and potato fields surrounded with stone walls and animals grazing. We will spend the night at Dingboche in a tea-house lodge.

Today is acclimatization day, where you take proper rest and adjust your body to a high-altitude climate. To be more familiar with high altitude, follow the “hike high, sleep low” concept. You can take a quick hike to reach the Nangkartshang Peak (5083 m), from where you can enjoy the magnificent view of Makalu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Optionally, you can also take a quick hike to Chhukung Valley, a comparatively easy climb providing a close view of Lhotse South. Hiking to these locations on the acclimatization day is important for high-altitude exposure. Following the hike you return to the place of accommodation in Dingboche. In addition to optional hikes, proper hydration and rest are critically important to prevent yourself from exhaustion and energy drain. The day 7 ends with dinner at the Dingboche teahouse accommodation, followed by preparation for an early morning trek towards Lobuche.

On the eighth day, we move towards the glacial valley of Lobuche (4,940 m), walking an average of 5 to 6 hours to cover a distance of 7 Km. Lobuche is one of the important stops for the Everest Base Camp trek and Lobuche East Peak climbing in the Khumbhu region. We begin our journey after breakfast and by facing a steep climb from Dingboche. Ascending valleys and passing chorten, we reach Dughla, south of the Khumbu Glacier. We take a quick lunch break at Dughla before continuing the journey towards Lobuche. After the lunch break, we climb towards Chupki Lhara, a village that honors the climbers who died on Everest. The place also gives you a scenic view of peaks bordering Nepal and Tibet (China). We continue our journey to reach the beautiful Lobuche valley, where we check in to the teahouse accommodation. After checking, you can rest for a while or choose an optional hike to the moraine of Khumbu glacier to witness a breathtaking sunset over Nuptse. After sunset, return to your accommodation and prepare for the next day's journey to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp.

Wake up early in the morning and prepare for a challenging journey to reach Gorak Shep (5,170 m) and then towards Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). You trek to cover a distance of 13 Km within 6 to 7 hours today. From Lobuche you head towards Gorak Shep through rocky paths. After a 2 to 3 hours walk, you reach Gorak Shep, where you check in and manage your belongings. Following light lunch, you start your journey towards Everest Base Camp. You navigate up and down paths alongside ice seracs to reach EBC. Everest Base Camp is the prime destination of our trek, where you can witness climbers gearing for the summit during the season. The base camp gives you a stunning view of Khumbu Icefall, Nuptse, and Pumori in the distance. Capture your journey to moments through photography and videography in the EBC rocks and prepare your return toward Gorak Shep. As you reach, take proper rest, have dinner, and end your day with proper sleep.

Today we head towards Kala Patthar (5,550 m) and end the day at Pheriche (4,240 m). The journey to Kala Patthar is exciting and challenging due to high altitude, cold, and 1.5 to 3 hours of climbing. For the best experience, hike early in the morning for the sunrise view at Kala Patthar. The iconic place of Kala Patthar gives you a close 360° view of mountain ranges in the Everest region. You get a close and stunning view of majestic Mount Everest's (8,848.86 m) summit hiding behind Nuptse. Along with Nuptse and Everest’s summit, you also get a close view of mountains like Makalu (8,485 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), and Pumori (7,161 m). You also get a view of other nearby peaks like Changtse, Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Lobuche Peak. Kala Patthar gives a bird's-eye perspective view of the glacial landscape and Khumbu icefall, which climbers cross to reach the Everest Summit. After spending a few moments on exploration and photography, we head towards the village of Periche (4,371 m). Periche village is popular for ancient monasteries, high-altitude medical clinics, and an introduction to Sherpa culture and traditions. The village is also home to ice doctors who help in navigating and assessing ice conditions during the Everest Summits. Periche is the overnight stay location of day 10.

Today we descended towards the heart of the Khumbu valley, Namche Bazaar, the place where we previously stopped for acclimatization. Wake up in the morning and have a hearty breakfast at Pheriche. After breakfast, you hike for a total of 6 to 8 hours to cover a distance of around 20 km. You walk downhill, crossing ridges and waving prayer flags through rhododendron forests. You cross bridges over the Dudh Koshi river alongside pine forests to reach Sanasa. Sanasa gives you the best and clearest view of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse. Crossing forest trails by walking uphill and downhill, you reach the lively Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. As you reach Namche, check in to your place of accommodation and take a rest. If you are interested, you can explore the vibrant Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar. Explore the culture, heritage, customs, and traditions of the Sherpa community. Visit monasteries and museums and explore the area. If you are interested, you can also buy souvenirs such as local handicrafts, woolen crafts, and traditional accessories. End your day with dinner at your place of accommodation in Namche Bazaar.

The 12th day is your last day where you walk in the Khumbu region of Nepal. You start your descent after breakfast in the morning, crossing suspension bridges over the rushing Dudh Koshi river. The trail is busy with incoming and outgoing trekkers and porters. You walk the same route that you used to trek from lukla to reach Namche Bazaar. As you descend, the trail gets comfortable and easy. Enjoy your journey along with the scenic view of himalayan landscape from the trail. After 6 to 8 hours of walking, you cover a distance of 19 Km to reach Lukla, from where you catch the flight to Kathmandu the next day. As you reach Lukla, check in to the hotel and take enough rest. Join the celebration of the successful completion of the trek with us and enjoy sharing experiences and memories with other trekkers. After the celebration, return to your place of accommodation, have a meal, and take proper rest.

Today we leave the beautiful Khumbu and Everest region after long days of trekking in the region. Wake up early in the morning and have a hearty breakfast in your place of accommodation. Prepare your belongings and get ready for a flight to reach Kathmandu. Check in at the airport and board the flight to experience a chilling takeoff just above the cliff from Lukla. You are leaving the Everest region, but your moment of adventure is captured in your memory. Enjoy the 40 to 50 minute scenic flight from Lukla, and as you land at Kathmandu airport, our team receives you to drop you at your hotel. As you reach your hotel, take a rest or manage your belongings. In your free time you can manage your photographs and files for social media and backups. If you are interested, you can also explore the vibrant night market of Thamel and tourist places of Kathmandu, like Basantapur Durbar Square. End your day in a Kathmandu hotel following proper rest and sleep.

Today is your last day in Kathmandu as you depart for your home country. Wake up early and have breakfast at your hotel. If you have enough time, you can go for last-moment shopping at the Thamel market. Return to your hotel and perform final packing. Our representatives receive you at your hotel according to your flight time and drop you at the departure terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport. We would like to thank and appreciate you for choosing Trekker Nepal for your journey to the foot of the Himalayas. We also thank you for choosing Nepal as a destination. We hope your journey was meaningful and wish to meet you again for the next adventure in a new destination in Nepal. Also, we wish you to have a comfortable and safe journey to your home country. Bon Voyage!