Arrival Day in Kathmandu!
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by the ART staff and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (35 min flight) and trek to Phakding
passage sans arrêt
We have an early morning scenic flight (35 minutes) to Lukla. You are now in the land of the Sherpa people; we meet and introduce our crew who will carry your luggage throughout the trek.
The trek starts from Lukla with a 2-hour acclimatization and tea stop, followed by a downhill stroll along the Dudh Kosi River, passing through the Sherpa villages of Chhupulung, Ghat, and then reaching Phakding.
The trail offers some majestic and alluring views of mountains and beautiful landscapes where you will see Tibetan words carved in rocks and multi-colored Buddhist flags hanging around mani walls, making the trek more exciting.
We will be sure to let the Yak trains pass safely. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Repas : déjeuner, petit-déjeuner, dîner
Today, you will be awakened by a friendly ‘Good Morning’ and have breakfast with hot drinks.
After breakfast, we trek through the lush pine forest, crossing the Dudh Koshi River. You'll get an amazing first view of Mount Everest, Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, etc., and start a slow and steep climb to Namche Bazaar.
The view is untouchable. Namche Bazaar is the capital of the Khumbu region and is also well-known as a trading center. It's a town set in an arena with beautiful mountains surrounding it.
In the afternoon, explore the lively market area. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Rest and acclimatization day at Namche
passage sans arrêt
Today we ascend to a viewpoint for great mountain views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kwangde, Khandala, the gorgeous Ama Dablam, and one of the most beautiful valleys you will ever see.
We will climb higher to Syangboche and the Everest View Hotel (built by the Japanese as a deluxe hotel with great views of Mt. Everest and the highest mountains on Earth).
Afterward, you can relax and/or explore the quaint Namche Bazaar. It has shops, restaurants, a bakery, and a colorful market (each Saturday). You can also visit the Sherpa Museum and see the traditional customs of the Sherpa people, as well as a mountain photo gallery in Namche Bazaar. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Tengboche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Today we trek along the highway of Everest (one man’s contribution to trekkers and locals).
This section of the trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests through Phunki Thanga, across the Imja Khola river, and up to Tengboche monastery.
Upon reaching Tengboche, we visit Tengboche Monastery – this is one of the spiritually vital Buddhist monasteries in the Khumbu region, with views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks.
Overnight in Tengboche.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Dingboche
Irish Pub
passage sans arrêt
Today, in the early morning light, the monastery in Tengboche and the surrounding mountains look pristine and extremely spectacular.
After breakfast, our trail takes us through a beautiful forest (Werner calls it “Merlin’s Forest” because it’s so magical), down to the river, and back up to the village of Pangboche.
We pass several Chortens, Mani-stone walls, small villages, and marvel at one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, Ama Dablam.
After lunch, we trek past the towering north face of Ama Dablam, into the Imja Khola Valley. We cross the Lobuche River and hike up to Dingboche for a well-earned rest.
Service Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Lodge.
Acclimatization Day at Dingboche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Today we have a rest day at Dingboche. It’s a popular stop for trekkers and climbers headed to Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, or Imja Tse.
The village is beautiful, with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley and potatoes from the cold wind.
We spend a day at Dingboche for acclimatization. We take day hikes to either Nagarjung Hill or Chukkhung Valley for great views of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, and many other surrounding snow-capped peaks. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Lobuche
Irish Pub
passage sans arrêt
We start the day with a gradual climb to Duglha, then the trail leads to a steep climb up to the ridge at top Chukpo Lari, where we find a poignant line of memorials in tribute to the climbers who have died on Mt. Everest expeditions since they began.
A short gradual-up walk brings us to Lobuche, and we get a glimpse of the border Himalayas. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Today is the most exciting and long-awaited day. Leaving from Lobuche, the trail leads across a flat meadow for a while, then follows the Khumbu Glacier northwards with a short climb up.
The trail then climbs onto the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to Gorak Shep. The path provides superb views of the massive Khumbu Glacier and the trans-Himalayas.
Upon our arrival at Gorak Shep, check into the room. After lunch, we walk to Everest Base Camp. The trail continues on the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, and the path often changes with the season due to the melting of the glacier.
Once we reach Base Camp, we take photographs, then retrace our steps back to Gorak Shep. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Hike to Kala Patthar and back to Pheriche
passage sans arrêt
Wake up early this morning. A 2-hour climb brings us to Kala Patthar at the foot of Mt. Pumori.
From Kala Patthar, we see the sunrise over the majestic Himalayas in a 360º degree view, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Ama Dablam, Tabuchi, Cholatse, Thamserku, and numerous other peaks, with excellent views of Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Glacier.
Then, after breakfast, we continue to walk through the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, passing Lobuche, and descend back down the beautiful valley to Pheriche. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Namche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
The trail leads descending, passing through beautiful Sherpa villages. We reach the bank of the Dudh Koshi River, then after crossing the river, the trail goes into the forest via Dingboche, after that climbing up to Tengboche.
Then descending through the rhododendron forest, cross the river, and continue to walk up to Kanjuma. Then an easy walk with great views of Ama Dablam to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Lukla
passage sans arrêt
Today, the trail descends the steep section back the same way we crossed Jorsalle, Manjo, Benkar, Phakding, and other small villages along the way. Enjoy walking over several suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River.
It is time to celebrate and reflect on an incredible experience, described by most as, “unbelievable,” “life-changing,” “unimaginable,” “quantum shift in consciousness,” “should be on everyone’s bucket list,” etc.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fly back to Kathmandu
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Fly back to Kathmandu and enjoy a leisure day in Kathmandu after the trek.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best hotel in Kathmandu.
Arrival Day in Kathmandu!
passage sans arrêt
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by the ART staff and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (35 min flight) and trek to Phakding
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
We have an early morning scenic flight (35 minutes) to Lukla. You are now in the land of the Sherpa people; we meet and introduce our crew who will carry your luggage throughout the trek.
The trek starts from Lukla with a 2-hour acclimatization and tea stop, followed by a downhill stroll along the Dudh Kosi River, passing through the Sherpa villages of Chhupulung, Ghat, and then reaching Phakding.
The trail offers some majestic and alluring views of mountains and beautiful landscapes where you will see Tibetan words carved in rocks and multi-colored Buddhist flags hanging around mani walls, making the trek more exciting.
We will be sure to let the Yak trains pass safely. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Hidden Valley (Khumjung Green Valley)
passage sans arrêt
Today, you will be awakened by a friendly ‘Good Morning’ and have breakfast with hot drinks.
After breakfast, we trek through the lush pine forest, crossing the Dudh Koshi River. You'll get an amazing first view of Mount Everest, Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, etc., and start a slow and steep climb to Namche Bazaar.
The view is untouchable. Namche Bazaar is the capital of the Khumbu region and is also well-known as a trading center. It's a town set in an arena with beautiful mountains surrounding it.
In the afternoon, explore the lively market area. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Rest and acclimatization day at Namche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Today we ascend to a viewpoint for great mountain views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kwangde, Khandala, the gorgeous Ama Dablam, and one of the most beautiful valleys you will ever see.
We will climb higher to Syangboche and the Everest View Hotel (built by the Japanese as a deluxe hotel with great views of Mt. Everest and the highest mountains on Earth).
Afterward, you can relax and/or explore the quaint Namche Bazaar. It has shops, restaurants, a bakery, and a colorful market (each Saturday). You can also visit the Sherpa Museum and see the traditional customs of the Sherpa people, as well as a mountain photo gallery in Namche Bazaar. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Tengboche
passage sans arrêt
Today we trek along the highway of Everest (one man’s contribution to trekkers and locals).
This section of the trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests through Phunki Thanga, across the Imja Khola river, and up to Tengboche monastery.
Upon reaching Tengboche, we visit Tengboche Monastery – this is one of the spiritually vital Buddhist monasteries in the Khumbu region, with views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks.
Overnight in Tengboche.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Dingboche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Today, in the early morning light, the monastery in Tengboche and the surrounding mountains look pristine and extremely spectacular.
After breakfast, our trail takes us through a beautiful forest (Werner calls it “Merlin’s Forest” because it’s so magical), down to the river, and back up to the village of Pangboche.
We pass several Chortens, Mani-stone walls, small villages, and marvel at one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, Ama Dablam.
After lunch, we trek past the towering north face of Ama Dablam, into the Imja Khola Valley. We cross the Lobuche River and hike up to Dingboche for a well-earned rest.
Service Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Lodge.
Acclimatization Day at Dingboche
Mount Everest
passage sans arrêt
Today we have a rest day at Dingboche. It’s a popular stop for trekkers and climbers headed to Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, or Imja Tse.
The village is beautiful, with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley and potatoes from the cold wind.
We spend a day at Dingboche for acclimatization. We take day hikes to either Nagarjung Hill or Chukkhung Valley for great views of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, and many other surrounding snow-capped peaks. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Lobuche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
We start the day with a gradual climb to Duglha, then the trail leads to a steep climb up to the ridge at top Chukpo Lari, where we find a poignant line of memorials in tribute to the climbers who have died on Mt. Everest expeditions since they began.
A short gradual-up walk brings us to Lobuche, and we get a glimpse of the border Himalayas. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep
passage sans arrêt
Today is the most exciting and long-awaited day. Leaving from Lobuche, the trail leads across a flat meadow for a while, then follows the Khumbu Glacier northwards with a short climb up.
The trail then climbs onto the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to Gorak Shep. The path provides superb views of the massive Khumbu Glacier and the trans-Himalayas.
Upon our arrival at Gorak Shep, check into the room. After lunch, we walk to Everest Base Camp. The trail continues on the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, and the path often changes with the season due to the melting of the glacier.
Once we reach Base Camp, we take photographs, then retrace our steps back to Gorak Shep. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Hike to Kala Patthar and back to Pheriche
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
Wake up early this morning. A 2-hour climb brings us to Kala Patthar at the foot of Mt. Pumori.
From Kala Patthar, we see the sunrise over the majestic Himalayas in a 360º degree view, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Ama Dablam, Tabuchi, Cholatse, Thamserku, and numerous other peaks, with excellent views of Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Glacier.
Then, after breakfast, we continue to walk through the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, passing Lobuche, and descend back down the beautiful valley to Pheriche. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Namche
Everest Beauty Salon
passage sans arrêt
The trail leads descending, passing through beautiful Sherpa villages. We reach the bank of the Dudh Koshi River, then after crossing the river, the trail goes into the forest via Dingboche, after that climbing up to Tengboche.
Then descending through the rhododendron forest, cross the river, and continue to walk up to Kanjuma. Then an easy walk with great views of Ama Dablam to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at the lodge.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Trek to Lukla
Repas : petit-déjeuner
Today, the trail descends the steep section back the same way we crossed Jorsalle, Manjo, Benkar, Phakding, and other small villages along the way. Enjoy walking over several suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River.
It is time to celebrate and reflect on an incredible experience, described by most as, “unbelievable,” “life-changing,” “unimaginable,” “quantum shift in consciousness,” “should be on everyone’s bucket list,” etc.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best possible trekking lodge/hotel with standard meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fly back to Kathmandu
Kathmandu Spa
passage sans arrêt
Fly back to Kathmandu and enjoy a leisure day in Kathmandu after the trek.
Overnight accommodation will be at the best hotel in Kathmandu.
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