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Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.)
After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from hotel and drive to Kathmandu domestic airport. Take a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 30 minutes. The flight offers you up close views of the snowy Himalayan peaks and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.
On arrival in Lukla, you will subsequently begin 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). Make a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River as you catch the first view of Mt. Nupla (5885m) atop the Kongde Ridge. Then descend a mountainside path with views of a valley and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.).
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) takes approximately five hours. The trail follows the Bhote Koshi River on a horizontal path. Prepare yourself to witness first glimpse of Mt. Everest on the way to Namche Bazaar (3440m). Namche, the capital of Sherpa community, is surrounded on all three sides by mountain ranges.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization.
Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization. For acclimatization, you can take a short walk from Namche up to Khumjung monastery to enjoy splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde etc. Alternatively, you can walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) near Everest View Hotel for outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) takes about five hours. As you climb through the forests, the incline eases and a splendid view appears. You continue climbing the mountainside diagonally until you come to the stone gate built by the lamas which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3860m).
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.)
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.) takes approximately five hours. Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls, erected to protect the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals. Stay overnight at lodge.
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Rest day at Dingboche (4260m.) for acclimatization.
Rest day at Dingboche (4260m.) for acclimatization. There are some breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short so you will have plenty of time to relax in the afternoon. Another option is to hike up to Chhukum, where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Island peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche peak and others.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m.)
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m.) takes about five and a half hours. The onward journey leads north until you come to a Mani-prayer Stupa. The trail then follows a downward path to Pheriche village. Today's walk offers views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam, Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. After two hours walk, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) ahead a small wooden bridge over the river fed by Khumbu glacier.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via Gorakshep (5180m.) and again back to Gorakshep
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via Gorakshep (5180m.) and again back to Gorakshep takes about seven hours. Trek up the valley following the rocky moraine path; view icy glacial ponds and icebergs down below Khumbu glacier. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp. Now the trail winds through a rocky path and the Khumbu glacier with views of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbu Tse in full portrait.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4243m.)
Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4243m.) takes about six hours. You accomplish an early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5545m.) to enjoy majestic sunrise and up close view of Mt. Everest. From Kala Patthar you can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbu Tse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more peaks. Yaks are normally used to ferry daily essentials here.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m)
Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) takes about seven and a half hours. The trail today consists of both ups and downs before crossing Dudhkosi after which the trail goes uphill. You will then pass through Kyangjungba village which features a local bakery. The trail then directly heads towards Namche Bazaar taking a full one and a half hours walk.
Stay overnight at lodge.
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Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours. The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then stepping down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.
Stay overnight in lodge.
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Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes approximately 30 minutes. Lukla -Kathmandu flights are only operated during the morning hours, usually from 6 AM till 11 AM. Fierce wind blows across the mountains in the late afternoon and evening making it impossible for planes to operate. You will enjoy this scenic plane ride one more time before getting back to Kathmandu.
