Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, Himalayan Glacier will officially greet and meet you at Airport & transfer you to Hotel Shanker. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft).
Day 2: Kathmandu
Half-day guided city tours (tour includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha Nath - The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancient Kathmandu). Afternoon pre-trip discussion of the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft).
Day 3: Katmandu - Lukla - Phakding: 35 min flight; 3-4 hours trek
Early morning flight by small twin otter to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft). After final preparations, the trekking starts passing Chaurikharka village, and makes a descent towards the Dudhkosi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft). The trail follows the precise bank of the Dudhkosi River until camp at Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) is reached. This first day is short for acclimatization reasons.
Day 4: Phakding-Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hours
The trail cross Dudhkoshi River through a long suspension bridge then trail leads you crossing side by side along the river to Hilary's Suspension Bridge.The trail further climbs from here to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft).
Day 5: Namche Bazaar: Rest
This is the first of the two specific “acclimatization” days. You can spend the day taking a day walk hike to Thame, by visiting Khunde or by relaxing and exploring Namche Bazaar; the main centre in the Khumbu region and has shops, restaurants, a bakery, hotel with hot showers and electric power. There is a colorful market each Saturday.
Day 6: Namche Bazaar - Thami: 4-5 hours
You leave Namche Bazaar and head up the Thami valley .This valley is ‘off route’ for most trekking groups and you are likely to find the paths relatively quiet. The village houses are very spread out and your camp in one of the fields surrounding the house of a Sherpa friend. In the afternoon you can visit the small gompa situated on a rocky promontory above the village. Overnight in Thami (3800m).
Day 7: Thame - Marulung: 5-6 hours
You head north into the remote Nangpa Valley. Until 2005 this valley was off limits to trekkers because it was a main access route to the Nangpa La, a high pass linking Nepal with Tibet. For hundreds of years, many Tibetan traders have traveled this route, bringing a variety of Chinese goods on the backs of their yaks to sell in Namche Bazaar. Overnight in village of Marulung (4,150m/13,615ft).
Day 8-11: Marulung - Renjo pass - Gokyo - Gokyo Ri- Gokyo
You continue trekking up the remote Nangpa Valley to your camp at the pastures of Chule, situated at the snout of the Nangpai Glacier. At the farthest reaches of the valley lies the superb Nangpai Gosum (7,352m/24,121ft) and on the western side of the Nangpa La the spectacular peak of Jobo Lapsang (6,668m/21,877ft) rises up. You should be able to reach an altitude of over 5,000m (16,404ft) at the collection of sherpherds huts at Lunag (5,090m/16,699ft) before returning to our camp. You descend down the Nanga Valley for some distance before beginning the steep climb up to the small lake of Renjo Tsho, effectively the high camp for the crossing of the pass.
A big day over the Renjo La (5,340m/17,520ft) you leave your camp following an early breakfast and climb into a wide corrie making for the ridge line ahead of you. The actual pass is only a small notch and the final section involves some very easy scrambling. When you come over the pass you are greeted with a fantastic panorama looking out over the turquoise lakes at Gokyo and across the Everest massif. You descend over rough glacial slabs and moraine to you campsite in a secluded location on the western shore of Gokyo’s main lake, away from the lodges and other trekkers. You can have this trek in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy the beautiful isolated Himalayan scenes by exploring around or climbing Gokyo Ri (5357m/19,216ft).
Day 12-13: Gokyo - Thangna - Chola high camp - Dzongkha: 6-7 hours
Trail supports the same way and crossing the Ngojumba glacier where we will reach Thangna of few teahouses. You will continue to Chola Base camp (4,920m/16,142ft) for overnight. Next day follows with continue walking across the moraine, the trail makes a steep ascent to the top of the snow covered Chola la (5,420m/17,782ft). From the top, you can enjoy excellent panoramic views of the surrounding mountains of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Mt. Everest. After the pass, the trail descends steeply towards the Dzongkha (4,850m/15,912ft) passing through pine forests.
Day 14: Dzongkha - Lubuche: 5-6 hours
From Dzongkha, the trail levels and then makes a gradual climb up and down to the small Sherpa settlement of Lubuche (4,930). This is a small village situated nearby the stream. The sunset on Nuptse is a memorable sight. Overnight in Lobuje (4,930m/16,175ft).
Day 15: Lubuche - Gorak Shep: 2-4 hours
The trail continues climb to Gorak Shep. It takes a couple of hours walking up to Kala Pattar (Black Rock) 5,545m/18,192ft; this small peak offers the best views of Mt. Everest, Pumori and Ama Dablam without climbing. Overnight in Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft).
Day 16: Gorak Shep - Everest Base Camp: 3-4 hours
This day leads you to the Base Camp of Everest walking through rocky and glacial trails where climbers gather for summiting Everest. You have a free afternoon at Everest Base Camp. This will provide an opportunity to trek to the foot of the Khumbu icefall or perhaps chat with some of the climbing teams here. Overnight in Base Camp of Everest (5,357m/17,575ft).
Day 17: Everest Base Camp - Pheriche: 6-7 hours
After an early breakfast you head back down to Pheriche. From Everest Base Camp you retrace you route and continue descending to the small collection of buildings at Dugla (4,620m/15,158ft). You continue down the broad valley to Pheriche. Overnight in Pheriche (4,240m/13,911ft).
Day 18: Pheriche - Tengboche: 5-6 hours
The trail makes a gradual descent through scrub junipers and around Mani stones as it follows the hillside. The trail passes many Mani walls in deep rhododendron forests where crossing after the Imja khola, the trail climbs many carved Mani stones to Pangboche. Pangboche Gompa is the oldest in Khumbu; a visit will be well worth. Walk down to the valley from where the trail is shallower through alpine meadows. Followed by climb gradually up to Tengboche (3,870m/12,697ft) where the biggest monastery lies in the whole of Khumbu.
Day 19: Tengboche to Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hours walk down from the rear of monastery and continue down until you reach Phunki Tenga. Climb up gradually through a forest. Once you are out of the forest, you will be walking along a ridge from where you can see down on your left some of the deepest gorges of Nepal. In spring, the rhododendrons will look superb making the valley even more beautiful. Reach Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), for overnight.
Day 20: Namche Bazaar - Lukla: 6-7 hours
Trek back to Lukla along the same trail, although it always looks different coming from the opposite direction on arrival in Lukla you will have time to relax and celebrate the completion of your trek. You can have a good time with two local alcoholic beverages 'Chang' or 'Rakshi.' Feel free to dance with your crewmembers in the Sherpa way.
Day 21: Lukla - Kathmandu
Early morning fly to Kathmandu .Transfer to your hotel; the day at leisure to rest, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu and evening celebration dinner together. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 22: Extend your holiday or back to home
After this amazing trek if you are more interest for other activities like safari, rafting, cycling or more trekking in other areas; HG Trekking can organize as your desire. If you decide to leave Nepal we will transfer to airport for your onward destination.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
The cost includes:
- Bus, hotel/airport transfer.
- Deluxe Shanker Hotel at Kathmandu.
- All ground transportation by comfortable vehicles.
- All accommodations in tents and all meals during the treks– no extra charge for single travelers.
- Down jacket, seasonal sleeping bag.
- Welcome & farewell dinner.
- All porterages cost.
- All cost for a Himalayan Glacier leader(First Aid and Eco trained English Speaking) and sherpa, a sherpa assistance leader(s) and assistance Trek leader help each individuals while on trek.
- All necessary paper works and permits.
- Travel & Rescue arrangements.
- Exclusive Medical Kit Bag.
- All government and local taxes if necessary.
- Himalayan Glacier Kit Bag.
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