15 Days Everest Base Camp Classic Trek Tour from Kathmandu Request

Welcome to Kathmandu, the colorful capital of Nepal. Upon arriving at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our enthusiastic local guide with smiles, then transfer to Kathmandu downtown to check in your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle. The rest of today is on your own to relax. If you want to explore nearby, feel free to get some practical suggestions from your tour guide.

At evening, a "Welcome Dinner" will be held for you at an excellent traditional Nepalese Restaurant where you will enjoy a Nepalese cultural program as well as a fine dinner.

Free time ideas: 1) visit Garden of Dreams, Royal Botanical Garden; 2) Walk around Thamel, Ason or Indrachowk bazaar.

This morning, after being picked up by our local Nepalese guide at your hotel, you will then start the captivating Kathmandu private tour with a leisure visit to the western delight of the Valley - Swayambhunath, the Kathmandu's most ancient and enigmatic holy shrine with a history over 2500 years. There are a lot of monkeys residing in the Temple, that's why the shrine is also famous as the Monkey Temple.It is an excellent place for a quick hike and some fresh air. On the clear days, you are able to see a line of Himalayan Ranges, and enjoy a fine view over Kathmandu city and the valley. Nest place to visit is Pashupatinath, the largest Hindu temple worshipping the Hindu God Shiva who is known as Pashupati, the master of the whole universe in the Hindu mythology. Located at the bank of the Bagmati River, the holy temple has a reputation of “the Temple of Living Beings” for it attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over the world come to pay homage. For tourists, it is a great place to get a deep exploration of Hinduism culture.

Leave Pashupatinath and drive head to the giant Buddhist stupa of Boudhanath which is the largest stupa in the world with a height of 131ft (39.93 m) , also one of the most important Buddhist sacred sites in Kathmandu valley. The stupa was was built around the 5th century A.D. with a highly unique three level mandala style structure. The location of the stupa is on the ancient trade road to Tibet where the merchants from Tibet rested and hanged prayer flags here for centuries. You will then drive about 30mins to Patan, the second largest city in Kathmandu valley. Compared with Kathmandu city, Patan is quieter, a living place to experience Nepal local culture and lifestyle. You will visit its landmark - Patan Durbar Square which is honored as the finest collection of temples and palaces with exquisite carvings in Nepal. There are Hindu and Buddhist relic sites spread around the square. Most famous one is Krishna Temple which is said to be carved from a single enormous stone. Enjoy the beautiful stone works, religious sculptures, and enjoy a leisure stroll through packed streets of souvenirs in the square.

After the nice refreshing tour of the Heritage and religious sites, return to your hotel. Only breakfast is included today.

Get up early and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport to take a flight to Lukla. The flight may be delayed due to weather or other reasons. After having lunch in Lukla, trek about 3 hours to Phakding. Experience the idyllic scenery of the Sherpa village along the way. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

After breakfast, follow the Dudh Koshi River and trek through pine trees and cedar forests to Namche Bazaar which is a lively village established on an ancient trading post where merchants from Tibet and Nepal used to exchange salt, meet, textiles and other goods. It is now one of the most important supply bases for EBC trekking. You can get supply of trekking gears, food, drink and other items here. Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Today is acclimatization trekking day so that your body can properly adapt to the higher altitudes in following days. Your guide will lead you to hike up to a high altitude area then return to lower altitude, which is helpful to acclimatize yourself to the altitude quicker and safer. The acclimatization trekking routes are not fixed. Your guide will organize a route for you according to your physical condition and weather condition, such as taking a walk above the Bhote Khola River to Thami (3810m), or a walk to see sunset and Mount Everest at the national park headquarters, etc. Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Packing and dressing well, then start today’s trek to Tengbochen, about 9km of hiking with 430 m gaining of altitude. The scenery of this road is particularly spectacular. In clear weather, you can see Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. If you are lucky, you can even see the national bird of Nepal - Emperor Pheasant. You will also pass by several white Buddhist stupas. Tengbochen is a beautiful village as well as a good place to explore Buddhist monastery and local food. From the window of your room, you can enjoy the amazing view of Mount Everest and other peaks. Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

The EBC trek starts to get challenging from today as you will trek to altitudes over 4000m and stay the night at Dingboche which is about 4,410 meters above the sea level. It is also chiller now. You have to wear multiple layers, hats and gloves. From Tengboche, you follow the trail dropping to Debuche and walk cross the suspension bridge on the Imja Khola and climb up road full of mani stones to Pangboche. The trek leads you uphill to the village of Dingboche which is a traditional Sherpa village with great views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. Overnight in the teahouse in the village. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Today’s acclimatization for altitudes over 5000m, which is very necessary to prevent altitude sickness. On this day, you will take a short trek to Nagarjun for astounding views of the Himalayas like Ama Dablam (6856m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Kangtega (6685m), Thamserku (6608m), and Lobuche East (6119m). Overlook the Pherche Valley when you get to the top. Then descend to Dingboche. Overnight in the teahouse in the village. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Today you will trek about 6miles from Dingboche to Lobuche which is the last stop before reaching the EBC. The scenery along the road is spectacular…snowy, rocky Himalayas get you surrounded. Start with a gradual uphill climb through the Khumbu Glaciers. Take a rest in Pheriche Valley then head to Thukla village. Continue to trek for a while, you will get to Lobuche which is a small village with a few hotels and lodges. Some breathing problems may arise today due to the altitude. Just keep a slower pace and drink more water. Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Today is the big day as you will finally reach the Everest Base Camp. Depart from Lobuche, follow the broad valley which is paralleled to Khumbu Glacier, and ascend to the moraines of Changri Nup Glacier. After some small ascents and descents over the rocky trails, you will get to Gorak Shep (5,160 metres/16,930 feet), after about 3 hours walking from Lobuche. Take a rest, have lunch and gear up, then head to Everest Base Camp at 5,365 meters which can be arrived within 3 hours. Continuing walking through the Khumbu Glacier to find the prayer flags, which means you’ve reached the Everest Base Camp. From the EBC, you cannot see Mount Everest because it is hidden by Nuptse and other mountains. But you are able to magnificent Khumbu Glacier, lakes, caves, icefalls, etc. After exploring Everest Base Camp, back to Gorakshep and stay overnight at a lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Wake up early (usually 3am~4am) and trek to Kalapattar (5,545m) where you will view the most sensational sunrise over Himalaya also find the majestic Mount Everest dominating among other peaks. It usually takes about 1.5~2 hour to trek to the peak of Kalapattar. The ascent is very steep so put your steps carefully and slowly, and keep a steady pace. Once you get to the summit of Kalapattar, you will find all your hard efforts in this trip are all worthwhile as you will witness the most amazing Hiamalaya landscape that surpasses your imagination. Pumori, Nuptse, Changtse, Ama Dablam, Taweche, Kantega and Everest – they’re all here.

After you enjoy the views and take photos, trek down to Gorakshep to have breakfast. The rest of today is to descend from Gorakshep to Pheriche. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Today we will descend to Namche by a slightly different route. You will walk cross the suspension bridge over the Imaja Khola River to enjoy beautiful view of the Imaja Valley and Himalayan mountains. Then pass through beautiful forests of rhododendron and juniper to Phunkitenga. Cross the river of Dudh Kosi and walk down to Trashinga. From here the trail lead you directly to Namche Bazaar. Have a good rest to recover from the trek.

You head to Lukla from Namche Bazaar which will be the last day of this trek. You walk through the rhododendron and pine forests in the Sagarmatha National Park. You can also witness the last views of some of the Everest Himalayas on the way back. You exit from the National Park and then head to Phakding. You’ll see Mani walls and prayer flags along the way to Lukla. Night stay in Lukla.

Today is the last day trek of your adventure. You will trek the same way you came. A slower pace is recommended. Walk through the pine tree, cherish the last views of Everest and other peaks. Stay the night in Lukla.

You head to Lukla from Namche Bazaar which will be the last day of this trek. You walk through the rhododendron and pine forests in the Sagarmatha National Park. You can also witness the last views of some of the Everest Himalayas on the way back. You exit from the National Park and then head to Phakding. You’ll see Mani walls and prayer flags along the way to Lukla. Night stay in Lukla.

Today is the last day trek of your adventure. You will trek the same way you came. A slower pace is recommended. Walk through the pine tree, cherish the last views of Everest and other peaks. Stay the night in Lukla.

Today is free for you until your guide pick you up from hotel to the airport to catch your flight in time.

Tips: Please pack your luggage carefully, especially for small things like camera charge, power adaptor, mobile phone, phone charger, wallet and towel. If your flight is arranged in the afternoon, please make sure you check out the hotel before 12pm.