Locations: KATHMANDU - LUKLA - CHHUMO - NAMCHE BAZAAR - THAME - KHUMJUNG - PHORTSE - TENGBOCHE - NAMCHE BAZAAR - LUKLA - KATHMANDU

Operational period: Entire year
Best period : October - March

Trek Grade: D+ / C

Among other trekking destinations, Everest Base Camp trekking is the most desired by many trekkers and a visit to Mount Everest is the life time dream of many people. Being the ideal chance to take in the majestic mountain and the splendid beauty of the region's scenery, this trek takes its position in the top rank amongst trekking on the world stage. This trek winds, climbs and descends its way through lush low land and alpine forest, Buddhist monasteries and authentic Sherpa Villages. Highlights of this trek include the lifestyle of the Himalayan people, their religion, customs and traditions, rare birds like the golden eagle, snow pigeon, red-billed and yellow-billed choughs and flowers like rhododendron, magnolias, blue pine, chir pine, juniper and hemlock make the trekking a delight for nature lovers.
 

Meet assist upon arrival and transfer to hotel.

The Kathmandu Valley, the capital of Nepal is the political, commercial and cultural hub. Spread across an area of 360 square kilometers and at an altitude of 1336 meter above the sea level, Kathmandu is an exotic and fascinating showcase of a very rich culture, art and tradition. The valley, roughly oval bowl measuring 24 km east-west and 19 km north-south, is encircled by a range of green terraced hills and dotted by compact clusters of red tiled-roofed houses.

A remarkable legend speaks that the valley was once covered by a lake until the Bodhisattva Manjushri raised his sword of wisdom and sliced a passage through the mountain walls, draining the water and creating the first settlements.

OPTIONAL AT SUPPLEMENT COST. An informal chat with an Everest Sum miter prior to dinner at the hotel sharing his experiences   (MEAL - D )

Overnight at hotel.
 

After Breakfast at hotel commence sightseeing

0930 to 1230 hrs: Pashupatinath Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa.

Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in Pagoda Style has 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. Behind the temples are the cremation grounds.

Boudhnath Stupa: One of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal, Furthermore it is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu. Boudhanath is an imposing structure standing some 36 meters. The Stupa stands on the massive three level mandala style Platforms surrounded by colourful private family houses. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage list this site is considered very much like Mecca for the Buddhists and every year tens of thousands of pilgrims from all over the Himalayan region visit the stupa.

After the morning sightseeing proceed to Kathmandu City. Here disembark the coach and do a walking tour into the by lanes of the Old City visiting the monuments in the Kathmandu city eg. Durbar square, Kumari temple, Hanuman Dhoka, Seto Machendranath and the ancient place of the Nepalese Royalty. Later walk to Thamel area to shop for Nepalese souvenirs. Walk around the busy narrow streets of thamel and see old houses / structures, hawkers selling various products of daily need etc etc. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant called Rum Doodle. The Rum Doodle Restaurant and Bar in Thamel is very popular amongst mountaineering expeditions and trekking groups. It serves steaks, pastas and pizzas amidst live music. This walk with lunch can be done at a easy pace and can take 2.5 hours.

At 1530 hrs proceed by coach to Swoyambhunath Stupa which will take 30 minutes drive. After sightseeing at Swoyambhunath return to hotel by 1730 hrs.

PM: Kathmandu City: Known as Kantipur, is the capital of the Kingdom of Nepal. A 218 square miles of land, situated above 4400 ft above sea level, Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's traditional culture and arts. Kashtamandap the source of the name Kathmandu and supposed to be made from the timber of a single tree and the Durbar Square are with its array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka, Seto Machendranath and the ancient place of the Nepalese Royalty.

Swoyambhunath Stupa: watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swoyambhunath is also known as Sengu and is listed as a World heritage site.

Evening: Proceed to a local family's house for dinner (without folk dance ). Maximum 10 pax per family. If more than 10 pax then the group will split into two houses in the same locality or proceed to Nepalese Restaurant (with folk dances). The group will travel in the same coach from the hotel and back.   (MEAL - B/L/D ) Overnight at hotel.
 

You have a scenic flight to Lukla (fly by Tara Airlines / Yeti Airlines or Buddha Air only)

The trail from Lukla leads you the Chablung (2700 m.) and it descends to the Tharo Kosi which is also known as Kusum Kangru Khola (river), Beyond the Tharo Kosi bridge, the trail climbs to Ghat (2590 m.) and again climb to Phakding. (3/4 hours walk).  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

From Phakding, the trail follows the Dudh Koshi river and reaches Chhumo & Zamphuti. One can have an excellent views of Thamserku peak. The tail climbs to the site of an agricultural project and then again the trail climbs to Monjo (2840 m.)_ and enteres the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park (1148 sq, km, established 1976). Walking some distance up you will be at Jorsale (2830 m.) and after a long climb where you have the view of Mt. Everest peeking over the ridge of Nuptse (7879 m.) the trail reaches the street of Namche Bazaar. (6+ hours walk).  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

Halt day at Namche for acclimatization as well as local excursions.  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

A moderately easy and beautiful walk to the village of Thame, situated at an important junction along the old primary trade route to and from Tibet via the Nangpa La (pass). The trail leads west past a large array of prayer flags and mania stones - some of them very picturesque. After the village of Thomde the trail descends to the river and makes a steep climb to Thame. (4/5 hours walk)  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

Morning visit to the Thame Monastery, then trek to the serene Sherpa villages of Khunde & Khumjung. Sir Edmund Hillary established his first school and hospital in these villages. (5/6 hours walk)  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

Climb high on a ridge and then descend to the village of Phortse another Sherpa village. (5/6 hours walk)  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

The trail passes descends deep into the Dudh kosi Valley at Phunki Thanka. The trail then ascends the right flank of the Dudh Koshi valley to Thyangboche, home to the famous Thyangboche Monastery, spiritual center of the Khumbu. The climb is long but, more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on clear day views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding peaks.   (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

From Thyangboche, the trail descend down for about 1.5 hours and again climb for about 1.5 hours and again descend down to Monjo via Namche. (5/6 hours walk)   (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

The trek retraces its steps back to Lukla, allowing you to get some last memorable mountain views along the way. (5/6 hours walk)  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight in Tea house
 

Take a flight back to Kathmandu. (fly by Tara Airlines / Yeti Airlines or Buddha Air only)  (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight at hotel
 

After Breakfast at Hotel commence sightseeing

0930 - 1230 hrs: Patan City: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu in the Kathmandu Valley, on the southern side of the Bagmati River, 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. The city of Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty. It was expanded by Lichhavis in the 6th century A.D. and again by the Mallas in medieval period. Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and social life.

After Patan sightseeing must see the Patan Museum ( which is not part of a regular sightseeing tour ) . The Patan Museum displays the traditional sacred art of Nepal in an illustrious architectural setting. Its home is an old residential court of Patan Darbar, one of the royal palaces of the former Malla kings of the Kathmandu Valley. Its gilded door and window face one of the most beautiful squares in the world and Tibetan handicraft centre.

After visit to the museum proceed for lunch to the Cafe de Patan, a popular local restaurant in the Patan area which caters to Nepaleese and Continental cuisines.

1400 hrs: We could take them to Godavari Botanical gardens ( 30 mins drive from Patan city ). Godavari Botanical garden is located on the foot of Pulchowki hill. It consists of mainly open parkland type habitats and several fast flowing streams. Some of the special birds found here were Spotted and Black-backed Forktails, Rufous-gorgetted, Slaty-backed and Rusty-tailed Flycatchers, Hodgson's Redstart, White's Thrush, Chestnut-headed and Grey-bellied Tesia, Grey Bushchat and Asian Barred Owlet amongst others. It also homes the pink, white and red rhododendrons and a variety of colorful orchids. This is a interesting area to walk around for the group members

Return to hotel by 1700 hrs.   (MEAL - B/L/D )

Overnight at hotel
 

Breakfast at hotel. Rest of the day free till departure.

Lunch will be at a local Restaurant either Rum Doodle or Red Carpet or Cafereenain before departure to the airport.

Transfer to Tribhuwan international airport for onward journey.  (MEAL - B/L)
 

TOUR ENDS, BON VOYAGE !