Arrival in Kathmandu Nepal, you will be met and assisted by Earthbound Expeditions representative and transferred to 5 star hotels which are located close to the tourist district of Thamel and offers comfortable accommodation. A pre-trek briefing will be conducted today, also introduce with guide
Accomodation
Hyatt Regency
Altitude
1300m
Time
20 min
Distance
6 KM
After breakfast in the morning we take you for the Kathmandu sightseeing tour. We are going to do the UNESCO CULTURAL HERITAGE TOUR today which includes: Swayambhunath - The oldest Buddhist Stupa in Kathmandu Valley, a beautiful abode for lots of monkeys thus also known as Monkey Temple, is also a perfect vantage point to see Kathmandu valley. Pashupatinath- A holy pilgrimage for Hindus and Hindu Crematorium, watch as the Hindu dead bodies are cremated in the most unique way in the world; we come across men with ash rubbed body, matted locks and dreaded look which is typical look of a Hindu Holy Men known as Sadhus. Boudhanath- the biggest Buddhist temple in the world; a site for Tibetan Buddhism where we can visit monasteries, watch the Holy Monks busy in their chanting ritual going around the temple. Patan Durbar Square- A Medieval Royal Palace area which is also known as the city of fine arts, we can see the finest example of metal and stone carving back to 14th century and also the amazing Nepali Architecture.
Meal
B
Accomodation
Hyatt Regency
Altitude
1300 m
Time
6 Hrs
Distance
30 KM
We have our breakfast early in the morning and drive to the airport to take a flight to Lukla ( This is by fixed wing aircraft) the gateway to Everest Region accompanied by your trekking guide. We fly by a Twin Otter aircraft which is the most renowned mountain flight corporation in the world. Once on the flight we can enjoy the stunning beauty of the rugged foothills that give way to the snowline of the majestic Himalaya. A lot of the world\'s highest mountains including Kanchenjunga III, Lhotse IV and Makalu V and many other snow capped mountains. After enjoying the adventurous flight for about 45 minutes, we land in Lukla, an exceptionally beautiful mountain town in the Everest Region where we meet our porters and prepare for the walk of the day to Phakding, another mountain town. The descending walk leads us along the Dudh Koshi River and to Phakding village for the overnight stay at Yeti Mountain Home.
Meal
B, L, D.
Accomodation
Yeti Mountain Home
Altitude
2740
Time
4 Hrs
Distance
7 Km
The early start of the trek of the day takes you on mostly flat and gradual uphill trail along the Dudh Koshi River up to Hilary suspension bridge. From this point your first steep uphill walk on the Everest trail starts which takes you to an extraordinarily beautiful town of Namche, famously known as Namche Bazaar. On the way to Namche you can enjoy the view of some the Himalayan peaks including Thamserku, Tabuche, Cholatsem, Khumbila – Sacred Mountain which protects the Khumbu region and many other mountains. Get yourself immersed in the beauty of local Sherpa and Buddhist culture, take pictures of yaks, take in the spirituality from the prayer flags along the trail and many more just reach the destination for today to enjoy the more majestic view of Kongde, Kusum Kangri and Thamserku. Overnight at a lodge - Yeti Mountain Home.
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Yeti Mountain Home
Altitude
3445 m
Time
8 Hrs
Distance
11 Km
A stopover day in Namche for acclimatization. Hike to Everest view point for about two hours uphill and enjoy the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Ama Dablam and many other Himalayan peaks. Hike down to Namche and spend rest of the day exploring Namche Bazaar enjoying the local atmosphere.
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Yeti Mountain Home
Altitude
3445
Time
3 Hrs
Distance
5 Km
Munch mountain breakfast early in the morning and start the trek of the day to Tyangboche. Initial part of the walk today is on a mountain flat and downhill trails to Phungi Thanga for about four hours. From there another steep walk for about another two and half hours to take you to the famous Tyangboche. Once you are in Tyangboche, never miss the opportunity to visit an ancient Tyangboche monastery where you can see the footprint of Milarepa, a famous ancient Tibetan yogi and poet from the Kagyupa sect. Stay in a mountain Lodge
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Revendel Lodge
Altitude
3800 m
Time
7 Hrs
Distance
10 Km
Pave your trail crossing Imja Khola to Pangboche and to Dingboche – today’s destination. As you walk on the Nepali flat – sometimes up and sometimes down, enjoy the enchanting view of the snow capped mountains which is luring you even closer to the Everest. The view and the fresh mountain air is enough to make you forget about your tiredness. Engage yourself in the observation of the incredible beauty of the Himalayan atmosphere.
Meal
B, L, D.
Accomodation
Tashi Delek Lodge
Altitude
4300 m
Time
7 Hrs
Distance
10 Km
Rather than just sitting around in the tents or tea house, we encourage you to attempt one of two hikes. The shorter option ascends the hill immediately behind Dingboche, to drop steeply down to Periche. The Himalayan Rescue Association operates a medical post here and the western doctors conduct excellent seminars on Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) here on most afternoons or longer option is to trek up the Imja Tse valley towards Island Peak. The views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam / Cho oyu from here are outstanding. After a few hours Chukung is reached, and after a rest return down the valley
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Tashi Delek Lodge
Altitude
4300 m
Time
3 Hrs
Distance
5 Km
Be thrilled with additional mountain views as you walk on your pace along the Himalayan trail. Enjoying and integrating the mountain atmosphere into your life, you are heading yet another count of miles towards the famous base camp of the world’s tallest peak. The view is just a catalyst to take you to the Base camp. Communicate and listen to your body and go slow. After observing the memorials for the mountaineers at Dughla pass finally you reach another beautiful mountain village of Lobuche for the overnight stay.
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Oxygen Lodge
Altitude
4900 m
Time
7 Hrs
Distance
9 Km
Today is a long day as we walk to Gorakshep, check into lodge, have lunch and walk to the Base Camp and return back to Gorakshep for stay over. The most exciting thing about today is that you are going to be at the base camp. Walking along the Khumbu glacier – the highest situated glacier in the world, and crossing the Changri glacier, we walk ahead towards Gorakshep After the lunch at Gorakshep, we walk to the Everest Base Camp, enjoy the view, take lots of pictures, selfies. Return back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.
Meal
B, L, D
Accomodation
Yeti Lodge
Altitude
5360
Time
12 Hrs
Distance
17 Km
Early morning wake up to go to the highest point of the trek, Kalapatthar – a magnificent view point to the world’s tallest Everest and several other mountains in the Himalayan range. It takes about Three hours to reach the top. After the sunrise, hike down to Gorakshep; have your breakfast later fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter. Later, in the evening, we go for a Nepali dinner with cultural show together and talk about the Everest Base Camp Heli Trip - stay at Hyatt in Kathmandu
Meal
B, L, D.
Accomodation
Hyatt Regency
Altitude
5550 m
Today is final departure day. We will drop you to TIA airport
Meal
B
Altitude
1300 m
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Hyatt Regency Kathmandu is a 5 star luxury hotel and resort in Kathmandu, Nepal offering FREE WI-FI internet access to all guests. The hotel is set on 37 acres of landscaped grounds, and created in the traditional Newari style of Nepalese architecture This beautiful hotel and resort is located on the road to the Boudhanath Stupa: the most holy of all Tibetan Buddhist shrines outside of Tibet, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is walking distance from the hotel – about five minutes away.
https://kathmandu.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html +977 1 5171234Lukla lodge offers the perfect opportunity to reflect on your travels. Whether you have come from Namche, Kongde or Phakding you will find here the perfect place to wind down. The lodge has the most beautiful decoration of all with the wonderful paintings of a Buddhist monastery providing a lovely tranquil environment. All this and you are only one step away from your short flight back to civilisation. If you have time you must visit the near by gompa founded by Kyamgo-Deltsen-Donden born in 1777 AD originally from Sikkim
http://www.yetimountainhome.com/ymh-lodges/ymh-lukla +977 1 4413847Namche Bazaar (3440m), the historical capital of the Kumbu, is the ideal place to spend two nights acclimatising. Nearby you can visit Khunde, home to the Hillary hospital and Khumjung where you can see the Hillary school. We offer the ideal homely retreat on the flanks of the horseshoe shaped valley with lovely views of Kongde Ri. Only 20 minutes behind our hotel you will find the panoramic vista opens up to include views of Everest, Lhotse and the beautiful Ama Dablam.
http://www.yetimountainhome.com/en/ymh-lodges/ymh-namchePhakding lodge at 2,610m, 4 hours from Lukla sits in a very tranquil spot on the banks of the river Dudh Koshi, with dramatic pine forested cliff faces on the opposite river bank. Enjoy the views from the pretty sunroom and later you can relax around the warmth of the fire. About an hours walk from the lodge is the Rumijung Monastery founded by the Sherpa Lama ‘Khemp Dorje’ in the 16th century for those with extra energy to spend.
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