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Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu, overnight Hotel, welcome dinner (D)

If it’s a clear day when you are flying into Kathmandu, then your tour begins right from the skies itself. The sights from the windows of our jet shows us glimmering snow- capped mountain peaks spread out down below us, giving us the first thrills of our just begun vacation, sparking off a whole reaction of unforgettable experiences that stay with us for some time to come. As soon as your plane hits the tarmac of Tribhuwan International Airport, Nepal Trekkers office representative and driver will be on standby to meet and greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. The rep will help you check into your designated hotel, and after going to our rooms and refreshing ourselves we will be briefed about our daily activities. The rest of your time is free to move around the neighborhood and get familiar with your surroundings. In the evening we will proceed to an uptown restaurant for a delicious Nepalese cuisine dinner. Your first overnight in the ancient city of temples, probably the most in the world. Breakfast

Day 2 Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2650m), 3-4 hours, overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

After an early morning b/fast, we take the super flight from Kathmandu to Lukla at 2827m. Flight time is about 35 minutes to the airstrip built by Sir Edmund Hillary and the Sherpas in the mid-1960s. After landing we will have time to explore the village while the Sherpa crew sort out and load the trekking equipment. In the afternoon, we begin the trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River, where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, just above Chaurikharka at 2713m. The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat at 2550m, it’s a short walk to Phakding where we’ll stay overnight.

Day 3 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3435m), 6-7 hours, overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

Walking through a beautiful pine forest, the track leads us along the Dudh Koshi River through many suspension bridges, one of which is the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. First, we catch superb scenes of the glistening Mt. Thamserku (6618m). Through the settlement of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, we come to the check post and entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. We pass through the last village of Jorsale before reaching Namche Bazaar. The trail climbs through the forests and bridges until we reach the confluence of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. After a final steep ascent of about two hours we get first sight of Mt. Everest peering over the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. At this juncture, we stop at Chautara to admire the views. We still need to hike about 1.5 hours to reach Namche Bazaar, a gateway to Mt. Everest and the main trading centre of this region. Overnight in Namche [Las Vegas of the Khumbu] – B. L. D

Day 4 Trek to Kangjuma (3540m), 4 hours overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

From Namche Bazar, a steep descent of about 1500ft/500m will take us through rhododendron bushes and fir trees to the Dudh Koshi River. We continue on our trail and pass Tashinga and Sansa villages before reaching Kyangjuma. While here, we get to appreciate spectacular views of Ama-Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest. Overnight in Kyangjuma

Day 5 Trek to Dole (4040m), 5-6 hours overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

We ae now approaching 4200m, and the air gets thinner. Today is a spectacular day in terms of scenery as we follow the main trail north out of Kangjuma. A short climb to a crest reveals a wonderful view towards Everest and Lhotse. We follow this main trail for a while longer, passing many traders selling Tibetan handicrafts, to a crossroads high above the Dudh Kosi. The trail to Everest drops down the hill but we turn off here and climb to cross the Mong La before reaching Phortse Tenga. From Phortse Tenga, the trail climbs steeply to Dole, through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens. This is natural nature at its best. We crash out at Dole for the night.

Day 6 Trek to Machhermo (4410m), 4-5 hours, overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

From Dole we climb steadily along the side of the valley, where the rhododendron forests give way to scrub juniper as the altitude increases. The trail passes many summer settlements [yersa], which are used when yaks are taken to these pastures to graze in the summer months. Ahead of us are excellent views of Cho Oyu, while at the rear are the peaks of Kantega and Thamserku. Today’s trek is a somewhat short one and we will arrive at Machermo in time for lunch. Overnight Machhermo – B. L. D

Day 7 Trek to Gokyo (4750m), 3-4 hours, overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

Heady Gokyo Ri looms above the village on the northern edge of the lake. We leave camp just after first light, following a steep path up the hillside. As we climb, the summits of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu slowly come into view and the sight from the summit of Gokyo Ri itself, is said to be one of the premium sights to behold in the Everest region - some say it is even better than that from Kala Pattar. Overnight at our lodge - B. L. D

Day 8 Rest day in Gokyo, overnight teahouse (B, L, D)

Today we will take rest at Gokyo village and relish views of charming sites of Gokyo village. If the day is fine then we can climb Gokyo Ri and enjoy views of lovely Everest Region. The Gokyo region not only provides you views of Gokyo peak but also gives you wonderful chances to contemplate at the series of six emerald lakes. You can also see Thonak Tsho Lake (forth lake) and Ngozuma Thso lake (fifth lake). The forth lake of this series has high cliff and peaks rising above the lake just about 3 km north. We can savour the views of the turquoise colored water of the lake. Moreover, we can climb on the hill and get amazing views of Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Gyachung Kang, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, and Mt. Makalu. Cho-Oyu base camp is situated beyond the fifth lake, from where we can get closer views of Mt. Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang. Cho-Oyu base camp and the biggest glacier of the world - the Ngazumpa Glacier is a view we can catch from the northern part of the fifth lake. If possible we may even head to the sixth lake too. We then return to Gokyo village and spend overnight at our lodge with all meals included

Day 9 Trek to Thangnak (4690m), 3-4 hours, overnight teahouse. (B, L, D)

Fit and well acclimatized with our experience of the altitudes, we leave Gokyo to cross the Ngozumpa Glacier. We descend to the second lake and drop down onto the glacier. The route across the glacier is marked by cairns and is generally quite well defined. We climb off the glacier by a small dwelling known as Thangnak and follow a shallow valley to our camp by a small kharka. Overnight in Thangnak – B. L. D

Day 10 Cross Cho La Pass (5420m) and to Dzongla (4700m), 7-8 hours, overnight teahouse (B, L, D)

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 11 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 12 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 13 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 14 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 15 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 16 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 17 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

Day 18 The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D

The target of today is to pass the Cho La which is quite hard and challenges us physically. We need to start the trip early at the break of dawn in morning. The pass is not itself difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. Trekkers’ being careful is necessary because the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice add trouble for hikers because of the slippery trail. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars on the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. With difficulty, we reach Dzongla. Dzongla is a beautiful small settlement offering great views of Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche peak and Pheriche village far below. We bunk out at Dzongla for the night. B. L. D Please Note: that although we try to follow the itinerary given above, at times local trail or weather conditions may necessitate slight changes if necessary. The trekking itinerary may also vary slightly depending on our trekkers' acclimatization rates. This adventure goes into wild territory above the timberline, so we seek to request maximum flexibility if and when required for the safety of your trip and your life. Thank you so much for your understanding.