Tengboche - Short Everest Trek

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Arrival in Kathmandu

  

  After passing through immigration at Tribhuwan International Airport and collecting your baggage, you can find our airport representative waiting for you outside the airport. You will be taken to the vehicle that has been sent for you, which will take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you might have time to discover the surrounding area or visit some of the heritage sites nearby.

• day 2

  Drive to Ramechhap

  

  Today we shall drive to Ramechhap to catch our flight to Lukla the following day. The drive lasts around 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

• day 3

  Fly to Lukla - Trek to Phakding

  

  Today, early in the morning, we shall head to the airport in Ramechhap, which is a short distance from our hotel. This short flight lasts around 15 minutes. Upon reaching Lukla, we shall meet our trekking crew and head to Phakding.

• day 4

  Trek to Namche via Monjo

  

  With the Dudh Koshi River by our side, our trail goes north, passing many suspension bridges, villages, monasteries, and chortens. Good views of Mt. Thamserku are possible along the way. After going through permit checks at Monjo, we are officially inside Sagarmatha National Park. We then make a gradual descent to Jorsal, and after crossing the Hillary Suspension Bridge, we climb up to Namche. Views of Mt. Everest, Kongde Peak, and Lhotse make their first appearance for us.

• day 5

  Excursion in Namche

  

  Today is a mandatory stop at Namche in order to become better acclimatized for the trek ahead. We can hike to Khumjung or tour the town of Namche itself. We also have the option to visit the Tourist Visitor Center, where we can get information on the first Everest climbers, Sherpa culture, vegetation, and wildlife of the region. We can also visit the monastery in Khumjung, where the scalp of the mythical creature Yeti is housed. We shall return to Namche to spend the night.

• day 6

  Trek to Tengboche

  

  Today we head to Tengboche. The trek is not very steep as we pass by stupas, mani walls, and prayer flags. Upon reaching Tengboche, we can visit the famous monastery.

• day 7

  Trek to Monjo

  

  Today, we descend back to Monjo. The walk is easier today, passing by a forested path. The views are amazing, so we take our time to enjoy them while descending.

• day 8

  Trek to Lukla

  

  We descend, crossing many suspension bridges on a rocky trail. The air gets warmer now as we descend in altitude. Upon reaching Lukla, we check in at our lodge.

• day 9

  Fly to Ramechhap - Drive to Kathmandu

  

  Today, we take our flight to Ramechhap, which lasts around 15 minutes. Then, we drive to Kathmandu, which takes approximately 6 to 7 hours. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we will check into our hotel. In the evening, we can stroll around Thamel and find a nice place for dinner.

• day 10

  Free Day in Kathmandu

  

  Today is a day to relax in the city of Kathmandu. We can also arrange guided tours to the many heritage sites around the Kathmandu Valley upon your request. Alternatively, it is possible to do souvenir shopping in Thamel or visit the spa.

• day 11

  Final Departure

  

  Be transferred to the airport according to your flight schedule. We wish you a great journey and look forward to welcoming you to Nepal again.