A private vehicle and representative meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport for the transfer to your hotel. Meet your guide for a trip briefing and gear check, then rest overnight in Kathmandu.
A day to explore Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage sites, sort last-minute trekking gear, and go over the route ahead with your guide.
A scenic mountain flight into Lukla, followed by a gentle walk down to Phakding along the Dudh Koshi river.
The trail crosses the Dudh Koshi on high suspension bridges and enters Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, before climbing steadily to Namche Bazaar.
A short acclimatization hike for mountain views, with free time to explore Namche's market, bakeries, and shops.
A quieter trail branches off the main Everest Base Camp route, climbing through forest with a good chance of spotting Himalayan tahr, to the village of Phortse.
A gradually climbing valley walk along the Dudh Koshi, with views opening up towards Cho Oyu as the trail reaches Machherma.
The trail climbs above the Ngozumpa Glacier before arriving at the shores of Dudh Pokhari, the first of the sacred Gokyo lakes.
A pre-dawn climb to Gokyo Ri for a panoramic sunrise view over the Ngozumpa Glacier, with Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu all visible at once, before returning to Gokyo.
A descent back down the valley, retracing the trail past Machherma to Dole.
The trail descends through forest back to Namche Bazaar for a final night in the Khumbu's largest town.
The final trekking day retraces the route back down to Lukla.
A morning flight back to Kathmandu, with the rest of the day free to relax or explore.
A final breakfast, then a transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.
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