Everest, the world’s highest mountain, rises in the eastern part of Nepal, in the Solu-Khumbu region, an area inhabited by the famous Sherpa people. The Sherpas started to become well known in the 1950s, when the Tibet border closed following the occupation of Tibet. The trade between Nepal and Tibet stopped then, and the Sherpas, in search of a new means of livelihood, began to act as guides for foreign expeditions. Previously the Sherpas had never climbed mountains that are regarded by them as the abode of their gods.
Now, thousands of people have already conquered to approach Everest Base Camp Trek and many people are still following the same path to go to the Everest Base Camp Trek because the charm of the trek has never decreased. Everest Base Camp Trek is now an achievable goal for everyone. But it does not mean that you can underestimate this sophisticated area, because it is one of the highest trekking points. So that, trekkers need to be aware of altitude sickness and some other health factors.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu, We will be there to welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Your tour operator gives you brief information about each day program. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
This will be your rest and shopping day. After having breakfast, you will move to go sightseeing in UNESCO heritage sites of Kathmandu valley which includes Boudhnath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2850m) and trek to Phakding (2660m)
Flight to Lukla which takes about 35-40 minutes to reach there. Then, your trek begins from lukla to Phakding by walking through Chaurikharka Village and descent towards Dhudhkoshi. The trail follows the bank of Dhudhkoshi river until it reaches at Phakding. Overnight stay at guest house.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3235m)
Early in the morning after having breakfast, you further treks starts upward to Namche Bazaar. In the beginning, the trek also follows the bank of Dhudhkoshi river and crosses the Dhudhkoshi river, then goes through a beautiful pine forest to Monju. Thereafter, you soon approach to the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park, then descend to Dhudhkoshi river. Now you follow the steep climb to the beautiful village called Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche
Day 05: Acclimatization and rest at Namche
For acclimatization you will have your rest day at Namche. It is important before moving up to higher elevation. You get to explore Namche and culture and tradition of Sherpa people.
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3890m)
After your breakfast and we start trekking towards Everest Base Camp. Today's highlight will be the breathtaking views of Himalayas - Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, Themserku and Kwangde peaks. Overnight stay at lodge.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4350m)
You will start your trek followed by rhododendron forest to Dingboche. You cross a bridge over Imja river and then pass the valley wall and traverse to the plains to Pangboche village. Pangboche is the biggest residential area of Sherpas in the Khumbu region. Your afternoon trek may be quite difficult as the landscape gives way to dry; desolate mountain and you hike up to Dingboche.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4910 m)
The trek will be more gradual and more challenging due to the higher altitude. You get to enjoy wonderful views of Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse and Amadablam. Finally, you will reach Lobuche after about 4-5 hours.
Day 09: Trek to Gorakshep (5180m) and Everest Base Camp (5380m)
The ultimate destination of your trip. You will trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep. As you reach to Gorakshep, you will get to enjoy the snow-capped mountain views surrounding you. If it is spring season, you get chance to meet with Everest Climber attempting scale the Everest summit. After spending 2-3 hours in Everest Base Camp, you will move back to Gorakshep.
Day 10: Trek to Kalapathar (5545m) and Pheruche (4320m)
Before dawn and trek towards Kalapathar. In Kalapathar if weather is good, you can enjoy sunrise view over Mt. Everest. From here, you can capture wonderful scenario of Himalaya in your camera. Afterwards, you will come back to Gorakshep and have breakfast. Then you descend in the direction of Pheruche.
Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3435 m)
The way of Pheruche to Namche is mostly downhill which is quite easier. You will be at Namche by late afternoon. Overnight stay at Namche Bazzar.
Day 12: Trek back to Phakding and Lukla (2850 m)
After having breakfast, you move toward the Hillary suspension bridge and passes some local ethic villages. In the evening, you will be at Lukla.
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu (30-35 minutes)
In the morning, you will hop a domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. One of Himalaya Asuka representative will be at airport with private vehicle, and you will be transferred to hotel. You need solo rest after you trek in the Himalaya. In the evening, you will enjoy a get together and dinner with your guide and Himalaya Asuka team.
Day 14: Final Departure
One of Himalaya Asuka representatives will take you to airport for your flight back home.
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