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Trip Itinerary
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Kathmandu
Day 1-2
Welcome to Kathmandu Nepal! Namaste Upon landing at the Tribhuwan International Airport, clear all the necessary immigration formalities claim your baggage, and head outside the airport. Our representative will be waiting outside the airport with a placard. You will be assisted by our team and transferred to the hotel. Kathmandu is the first stop for those traveling to Nepal by air. The city is the capital of the country and a political and cultural hub. Once a medieval town ruled by the Mallas and Lichivi, Kathmandu displays the fine architecture of the Newari ethnic group. The city hosts 7 UNESCO Heritage sites. The buzzing traffic and folks of birds in the sky, the fluttering prayer flags, monasteries within the Hindu temple, and the busy yet charming people make Kathmandu a surreal place to be. Upon arrival at the hotel, meet your guide and discuss the details of your journey towards the Himalayas. Make sure that you have all the necessary gear available with you. If you have missed anything, worry note, there are several stores where you can buy according to your needs.
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Phakding
Day 2-3
Breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule you will be transferred back to the airport to the Domestic terminal for your flight to Lukla. Considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world, the flight to Lukla is itself a thrilling experience. Through the narrow gorge that almost looks as if the wings are about to touch giant hills, the 30-minute flight takes you to the gateway to Everest. Upon arrival at Lulka, you will meet the rest of the crew members and begin your trek. Today, you will be trekking to Phakding. Walk past the buzzing town of Lulka. After leaving Lukla, walk along the alpine forest downhill. You will cross the Dudh Koshi River over many suspension bridges. On your way, you will witness Mount Karyolung (6511m), Mount Kusum Kanguru (6367m), Mount Nupla (5885m), and Mount Gongla (5813m). While approaching Phakding, you will be welcomed by fluttering Tibetan prayer flags. Situated at an altitude of 2,610 meters, Phakding is a charming village with many local monasteries overviewing the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at Phakding check in to the lodge and spend your time relaxing.
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Namche Bazar
Day 3-4
Breakfast at the lodge. Begin your trek along the Dudh Koshi River to reach Monjo. Along the way, walk past the suspension bridge, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge (the highest and longest bridge in the Everest region). You have a check post of Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo. Show your permits clear all the necessary formalities and continue moving forward. Ascend toward Jorsale and walk following the Dudh Koshi River and through the rhododendron and pine forest. The trail starts getting steeper, and you feel out of breath because of the altitude. Here you will catch your first glimpse of Mt. Everest above the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge and finally lead to Namche Bazaar, the largest town and the main tourist hub in Khumbu Region.
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Namche Bazar
Day 4-5
Today is a rest day to adjust to the low oxygen levels at the high altitude. After breakfast, take a short acclimatization hike to the Sagarmatha National Park Headquarters. This uphill hike offers a spectacular view of Namche Bazaar below and its surrounding snow-capped giants. Visit the museum if interested. The museum has all the information about the Himalayan history, geography, culture, mountaineering history, flora, and fauna of the region. You can also explore the local market, and monasteries to accustom to the altitude and get a cultural experience of the Sherpa community. Make sure to remain hydrated, drink plenty of water, and avoid taking alcohol and smoking.
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Tyangboche
Day 5-6
After breakfast, we begin the trek to Tengboche. The trail is probably the most scenic in the Everest Region, offering awe-inspiring views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. Start by descending through and walking past small villages and hamlets. Then the trail starts getting steeper as you walk along the ridgeline. Along the way with occasional glimpses of Mount Everest, you're likely to encounter the beautifully colored Dhampe Pheasant (Impeyan Pheasant), Nepal's national bird, the elusive Musk Deer, and the occasional herd of Elk Deer and Himalayan Tahr (mountain goat). Tengboach has the largest monastery in the Khumbu Region. The monastery is home to over 60 monks and is considered one of the world's most prominent centers of Tibetan Buddhism. Evening, you have the option to visit the monastery and attend the evening prayer ceremony.
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Dingboche
Day 6-7
After breakfast, we head over to Dingbouche. Descend through the birch, fir, juniper, and rhododendron forests until you reach Deboche. Walk past a long prayer wall and cross the Imja-Tse River on a small bridge over the narrow gorge. Once you reach a large Mani Wall Gate, the trail gradually ascends. Once at Pangboche, a Sherpa settlement with the Khumbu region's oldest monastery, you see two routes, the upper part leads to the upper village of Pangboche village (3,900m) and the lower trail to Dingboche. Walk through the lower route via Shomare, offering you astonishing views of Ama Dablam, one of the region's most beautiful mountains, and finally to Dingboche. Dingboche is a village nestled beneath Mt. Ama Dablam and the surrounding mountains of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The village is known for its potato fields and stone barriers that protect crops from high winds.
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Dingboche
Day 7-8
On the acclimatization day, hike to Nangkartshang Peak. It's a 2 - 3 hrs uphill hike but takes you to an altitude of 5,083 m, so it might be a bit challenging due to the high atmospheric pressure. Make sure to take it slow and remain hydrated all the time, and reaching the top will surely reward you with the mesmerizing view of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Lhotse, Everest, and Pumori. You also have the option to hike to Chhukung Ri, another popular trekking peak in the Khumbu Valley. Situated at an altitude of 5546 m, the hike offers a jaw-dropping view of Nuptse. Later hike back to Dingbouche and spend the remaining day at leisure. There is a small library in Dingbouche you can visit if interested.
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Lobuche
Day 8
Today, trek on a well-defined trail to reach Lobuche. Start by ascending to the Pheriche Valley with Mani-prayer stupa and through alpine scrub and yak pastures witnessing Tawoch and Cholotse, with Ama Dablam leading to Thokla Pass. From Thokla, descend towards a trail that offers a mesmerizing view of Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, and a few other peaks leading to Lobuche. After we reach Lobuche at 4910m, we can observe a close view of majestic mountains like Nuptse, Pumori, and Lobuche. Lobuche is a small village with stunning views of the surrounding valleys and peaks of Pumori, Nuptse, and Changtse.
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Gorakshep
Day 8-9
After breakfast, march forward to the most awaited terminus of the trek, Everest Base Camp, after you check in to the lodge in Gorakshep. To reach Gorakshep, climb up the Khumbu Glaciers and follow the trekking trail till you see small settlements over boulders and rough terrain. Gorak Shep refers to the Graveyard of Crows. Once you reach Gorakshep, leave your heavy bags carry the most essentials, and start your hike to Everest Base Camp ascending along the Khumbu Glacier. Reward yourself by relaxing and enjoying the view. Do note trekking groups are not allowed to go to Base Camp, where the expedition camps are set. Take a peek at the ongoing activity in the base camp of the expedition team and hike back to Goreshep.
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Pheriche
Day 9-10
Today wake up early before sunrise and hike to KalaPathar to witness the sunrise view over Kalapathar. Kala means Black, and Pathar means rock. The hike to the point is challenging, with steep climbs at high altitudes. But the view is sensational; Khumbu Glacier is below you, and the highest peak, Mount Everest (8,848m), is above you. Take some time to admire the view and hike back to Ghorepsep for breakfast. Begin this day and make your way back to Lukla. Today, you will trek be trekking to Pheriche. Retract your way back through the Khumbu Glacier.
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Namche Bazar
Day 10-11
Today is a long day hike, and the altitude dropping considerably low. You will hike past Debuche, Tengboche, and Phunkitanga mostly downhill. Once you approach Namche, you will see a forest. Namche has considerably good hotels, cafes, and pubs, so it's a good opportunity to celebrate your successful trek.
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Lukla
Day 11-12
Enjoy your breakfast with one final look over the giant Himalayas, and begin your last day of the trek. Hike all the way to Lukla. The trail again is mostly downhill, through green vegetation along passing bridges. Once you arrive at Lukla, explore the village on your own. It’s the last day where you will be with your entire crew members, so do spend some time sharing your moments one last time.
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Kathmandu
Day 12-13
Breakfast at the lodge and depending on your flight schedule, fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to the hotel in Kathmandu, where the remaining day will be at leisure. Evening you will join the Farewell Dinner Organized by the company in the Cultural Show Restaurant with Mount Glory Treks Representative.
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Kathmandu
Day 13-14
Leisurely breakfast at the hotel our 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek Ends. You will have some free time until your final departure. Depending on the flight, our representative will pick you up 3 hrs. before the flight, to the airport.
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