Everest In Style

Trip Overview

 “Because it’s there”…….Late Sir George Mallory

For many people trekking in the Himalayas can be very strenuous because of the high altitude. Other reasons may be time constraints. This does not mean that you cannot see the Himalayas, the Sherpa culture, the fluttering prayer flags, mani’s and prayer stone walls at close range.   This ‘A Journey to the Everest Region’ trek would be ideal for such visitors giving us a chance to relish trekking in the amazing Himalayan trails while also exploring the wide range of spectacular scenery combined with monasteries and rich local traditions of the Sherpas.

One of the top trekking destinations of the world, this trek reveals you mesmerizing landscapes and untouched vistas of the Khumbu Valley, Sagarmatha National Park and the Himalayas. Traverse your way through the land of the Sherpas – the fierce climbers and make your way to Namche Bazaar, take in the panoramic views of the Himalayas – Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Cho Oyu, to name a few of the treats that lay en route. This is one of the best ways to see the mighty Himalayas up close in a short period of time.

Our return journey we take the helicopter to Everest Base Camp (fly over), land at Kala Pathar (5545 m) for panoramic views of the Himalayas and back to Kathmandu via Lukla. 

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival: TIA, Kathmandu
Overnight: Hotel
Arrival in Kathmandu, met by a Khempalung Adventure representative and hotel transfer. Relax the rest of the day. 

Day 2

Sightseeing: Kathmandu
Overnight: Hotel
In the morning, we explore Kathmandu – explore the traditional architecture and ancient palaces in the Durbar Square, visit temples, and make way to Swayambhu Stupa (the Monkey Temple) which lies atop a hill where we can watch the valley go about its daily life. The Durbar Square and Swayambhu Temple are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

In the afternoon, we visit the traditional and unique city of Bhaktapur (UNESCO) heritage site.

Day 3

Helicopter Flight: Kathmandu – Lukla, Trek: Lukla to Phakding (2652 m)
Overnight: Phakding Trek Duration: 3 hours.
Early morning transfer to the domestic airport in Kathmandu and take a spectacular helicopter flight from Kathmandu airport to Lukla in the Everest region – a trailer to your journey. The short flight will provide you glimpses of the Himalayas – your home for the next few days. Be met by Sherpa team and a short stroll around Lukla.

After we are set and porters have been assigned the luggage, we follow the trail towards the north-east. We cross a suspension bridge to leave Lukla behind. Cross small picturesque villages of Chaunrikharka and Ghat and descend to reach Phakding just by the river.

Day 4

Namche Bazaar (3447 m)
Overnight: Namche Trek Duration: 5 – 5 ½ hours.
Follow the trail with the gushing Dudh Kosi on your right – a pleasant walk as we pass through agricultural fields, small villages and a beautiful monastery. Cross Dudh Kosi at Benkar and be greeted with tantalizing glimpses of snow-capped peaks Kusum Kanguru(6369m) and Thamserku (6623m). Steep climb for 20 mins to reach Monjo – our lunch stop.

Head to the check post to clear our permits and enter Sagarmatha National Park. A busy trail with several interests – small villages, pine forests. After crossing the river again, a steady climb to reach Namche Bazaar – halfway through the climb catch your first glimpse of the mighty three – Everest (8848m), Mt. Nuptse (7879m), and Lhotse (8383m).

Reach Namche Bazaar – a bustling little prosperous town in the Khumbu region surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks.

Day 5

Everest View Hotel
Overnight Everest View Hotel Trek Duration: 2 ½ - 3
Set out from Namche Bazar and reach a small pass – a steep ascent awaits you. Reach Syangboche which features an inoperative airport with a stone plowed runway. A pleasant hike through meadows and small remnants of coniferous forests with beautifully scattered rhododendrons Kongde Ri (6186m) is behind you.

We reach Everest View Hotel which features unspoiled views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse amongst other Himalayan peaks.Head towards towards Khumjung– the largest Sherpa village in Khumbu.

Day 6

Helicopter to Everest Base Camp & back to Kathmandu
Overnight at the Hotel in Kathmandu Heli Flight: 1 ½ - 2 hours. (from Shyangboche to Kathmandu)
After breakfast take a spectacular helicopter flight from Shyangboche to Everest Base Camp (overfly only). On the way back land from Base Camp land at Kala Patthar (5545 m)t to catch stunning, panoramic, awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas – Everest included. Here you will find yourself deeply immersed in the majestic Himalayas. Catch sights of some of the tallest peaks of the world – Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7855m), Lhotse (8516m), Pumori (7145m), and more. Kala Pathhar offers the closest view available of Everest from Nepal unless you are climbing the peak.

Take some time to fully take in the spectacular view ahead of us before heading back down on the helicopter to Lukla (refule) and back to Kathmandu.

Watch the Himalayas pass by as you relive the memories spent only days ago in the heart of the mountains. Relish on the achievement of a lifetime experience.

Day 7

At Leisure in Kathmandu
Overnight: Kathmandu
Take the day to explore Kathmandu on your own – a city where the modern meets the traditional or just rest and relax in the hotel and visit close by restaurants/pubs go for shopping etc.

Note: If you wish to go sightseeing, please contact our representative for tour options.

Day 8

Final Departure
Last minute shopping of souvenirs and transfer to TIA, Kathmandu for onward journey. Watch the Himalayas pass by as you relive the memories spent only days ago in the heart of the mountains. Relish on the achievement of a lifetime experience.

Trip Facts

Best Period: Feb to May – Oct to Dec

Trek Period: 5  Nights / 6 Days.

Flights: Chartered Helicopter

Trek Type: Moderate

Highest Altitude: 5545 meters

Warning: Altitude Sickness.

Trek Start / End Point: Lukla / Shyangboche

Accommodations: Hotels in Kathmandu / Luxury Lodges in on trek

Features

National Park: Sagarmatha National Park (1148 sq. kms)

Mountains: Everest, Lhotse, Tamserku, Ama Dablam, Nuptse,  Kantega, Pumo-ri, etc. 

Rivers: Bhote Kosi, Dudh Kosi and Imjatse Khola etc.

Villages: Lukla, Namche, Thyangboche, Pheriche,  etc     

Tribes: Mostly Sherpas & Tibetans 

Forest: Of Rhododendron and Pine. 

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