Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport receipt and transfer to hotel

After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by the representative of Swagat Holiday Treks & Expedition and you will be shifted to your hotel. The employees in the hotel will manage your accommodation and check-in. In the evening, you may visit Thamel or some souvenir shops.

Included: Bed & Breakfast

Day 02: Flight to Lukla (2810m/9219ft.) and common trek to Phakding Duration: 2-3 Hrs

After arriving at Lukla (2810m) early in the morning, entrance to Everest Base Camp, porters will lend a hand to carry your trekking equipment. After that, you will get to observe beautiful Sherpa settlement Choplung. The path goes on by the side of the Dudh Koshi valley before ascending to Ghat (2530m) trail climbs tenderly once more about an hour to final destination Phakding where we spend a night.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft.), Duration: 5-6 Hrs

Today, from Phakding on the way we can have a vista of a striking pine forest, all along Dudh Koshi River crossing several suspension bridges through Sherpa villages Benkar, Chimoa, Monjo, and Jorsalle. National Park permits a check spot with a calm view of Mt. Thamserku (6618m). The path continues throughout the Dudh Koshi riverbed to the meeting point of Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi River. Now, the path climbs steadily crossing the high Tenzing-Hilary suspension bridge. On the way, a stimulating glimpse of Mt. Everest right up next Nuptse-Lhotse edge will be spotted. Mounting for 3 hours, the magnificent pine forest will end reaching prosperous trading and administrative village Namche Bazaar. We will stay overnight at Namche.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04: Acclimatization day at Namche

According to acute mountain sickness (AMS) and health experts, acclimatization is very essential when trekking, therefore; today we have a rest day. On the other hand, there is a day tour where one can visit Sagarmatha (Everest) National park on the small hill where we can look at a range of things related to the first Everest climbers. We will see Sherpa culture and gain knowledge about the various plants and animal life of the Everest region. After that, we can take entertaining acclimatization side to large traditional Sherpa village Khumjung with the view of Thamserku, Khaantaiga, Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest and many more. In the evening, we return back to Namche Bazaar for overnight.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05: Namche to Tengboche (3860m/12664ft), Duration: 4-5 Hrs

From Namche Bazaar, we move down through the community from Khumjung and maybe take some break for a coffee and cake at the local bakery before moving toward the main track to Everest at Shanasa. Generally, seen on the high ground above the path, we can glance for Danphe Pheasant and Himalayan Thar. We keep on moving to Trashinga and then go down precipitously to cross the Dudh Koshi at Phurki thenga (3250m), where we take lunch. In the daylight, it is an extensive and vertical climb through pine, fir, black juniper and rhododendron forest towards Tengboche Monastery. Moreover, we can experience immense views of the peaks Kantega, Ama Dablam, and of course Mount Everest. So, we stay here for a night.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4410m/14468ft.), Duration: 5-6 Hrs

When the sunrise we visit the monastery before sliding down through the forest of birch, fir, juniper, and rhododendron to the nunnery at Debuche. The marching at the moment involves only steady climbs, but due to the altitude, we require to speed ourselves gradually all the way through the day. After passing the Imja Khola, the path heads to the village of Pangboche, where we can have our lunch seeing the beautiful peal of Ama Dablam. In the afternoon our route is to climb through unwrapped alpine hillsides before another time we cross the Imja Khola and reach to our lodge, in the settlement of Dingboche.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 07: Trek to Chhukung (4730m/15518ft), duration: 3-4 Hrs

We then walk towards the Chhukung Valley which is located unswervingly beneath an incredible rock wall that links Nuptse with Lhotse. From here, you will also have glorious views of Amadablam (6856m), almost certainly the most photographed mountain in Nepal.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 08: Acclimatization day at Chhukung (Explore Imja valley)

Today we have a rest day for acclimatization one more time in Chhukung which is recommended before setting off for the pass. The spectacle from Chhukung and up on top of the valley on the moraines towards Island Peak (6189m) are outstanding. We take grasp of this occasion to ascend to the Island Peak base camp (4970m) along the Lhotse glacier, passing the puffy water of Imja Lake. The great south face of Lhotse peaks above to the north, while Amphu Lapcha (5845m) and the gigantic fluted ice walls that take over the horizon to the south. To the southwest, the eastern face, of Ama Dablam provides an unusual view of this pictorial peak.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 09: Cross Kogmala-Pass (5535m/18159ft.) to Lobuche (4910m/16108ft.), Duration: 7-9 Hrs

Starting from Chhukung we have to take-over the highest pass of the trip today. Since there are no Lodges on the way, so we carry a lot of water and some snacks and a portion of readymade food. We in fact get pleasure from the inaccessibility of facilities in the area and absolute nature. We can decide on to go via any of the probable trails-either taking a climb over the hill northwest of Chhukung over the moraine of the Nuptse Glacier or we might walk back down the valley to Bibre and follow a high trail above the Niyang Khola. Just after some walk, there are great views of Island Peak valley and Jagged ridge of Amphu Lapcha. Ascending along the east side of Niyang Khola valley, we turn west and walk through the sloppy stony trial. We enter a wide basin dotted with small frozen lakes. The trail rises over loose scree gaining the Kongma La after about five hours we leave Chhukung. Upon reaching the top we seen cairn wrapped in prayer flags, marks of the pass. Behind us is the landscape of icy lakes ahead down of which is the Khumbu Glacier. The final descent is the most difficult stage of the trek today, upon climbing the moraine on the far side, the trail turns north through Khumbu Glacier which takes us to Lobuche. Take packed lunch today because not any tea house along the way till Lobuche. We will stay overnight at Lobuche.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep (5180m/16994ft.), hike to Everest Base Camp (5364m/17598ft.) and back to Gorak Shep, Duration: 8-9 Hrs

Today we have to pass through the windy and rocky peak of the north crest to Everest along with Mt. Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbu Tse, Nuptse, etc. We travel alongside Khumbu Glacier to Gorak Shep. We have our lunch and in the afternoon, we get started to visit the world’s highest base camp Everest base camp. The base camp does not let us have a look at Mt. Everest but the farfetched view of Khumbu icefall. We trek back to Gorak Shep for overnight.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Walk up to Kalapathar (5545m/18192ft.) for Everest view and back to Gorak Shep and trek to Lobuche, Duration: 7-8 Hrs

Today early in the morning we begin our trek to get remarkable views of the sunshine gleaming on the face of Everest from Kalapathar. We are surrounded by darkness and cold temperatures of approximately 10 to 15 degrees Celsius in the morning. It is a testing hike to Kalapathar because of the high altitude and shivering cold. On reaching the peak of Kalapathar, we will have unbelievable views of the mountains that you will see only once in your lifetime. We snap as many beautiful pictures from the top of Kalapathar to take home with us the memory of King Everest. we will return to Labuche for overnight stay.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Trek to Zhonglha (4830m/15846ft.), Duration: 3-4 Hrs

Today we will have a short trek compared to other days. The path will lead us to Dzonglha which branches off from the core path some space from Labuche. After crossing a stream we approach through a branch and later twisting round to the wide gruff river bed of the flow, the track runs crossways and climbs the edge to the front. From the green ridge in front, we can see towering heights of Ama Dablam and Kangtega-Thamserku while Tawache looms outstandingly ahead. Pheriche village is also noticeable down on the valley floor. As the ridge changes direction northward, the vast Cho La Lake spreads below Mt. Cholatse. The lake flows with us over a long extend until we move down to a wide basin. The trail climbs up descends steeply to another broad basin. After walking for half an hour we cross an unsteady bridge and we reach Dzongkha. We will be staying at Dzonglha for overnight.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Trek to Thangna via Cross Cho-La Pass (5368m/17611ft.)

The trek today is one of the challenging trips; this embarks on as we incline through a spur widened westward from Dzongla. The lane slides downhill to a basin transversely which strolls a whispering stream coated with ice. We reach the top of the basin in an hour readying for the accomplishment of Chola. The higher we reach the view back gets ever more enchanting. The Cho La Lake comes into sight and the Ama Dablam in its pyramidal personification heads over a range of mountains on the south as Cholaste soars on the west. Mountaineering the incline is not easy; it is steep but made worse by boulders over some of which we will have to scramble. The last climb to the Chola can be a little risky as the trail curves round. Upon getting to the top, we see prayer flags, hung across cairns, flapping in the strong wind. The landscape of majestic in all directions is hallucinating. A bit of cautiousness is needed now when passing through Thangnak if rocks are glazed by ice. We arrive at Thangnak, a rather large and small village. We will stay overnight at Thangna.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Trek to Gokyo (4790m/15715ft.), Duration: 2-3 Hrs

Today we make the acquaintance of wonderful mountain views when stepping back from the settlement. The path we to the Ngozumpa glacier edge after a short walk, which is the longest glacier in Nepal. Arriving at the other side of the glacier, we get to sight the second Gokyo Lake on the series of six lakes. On the edge of this lake stands the Gokyo Village where we as a final spot today let our body relax overnight.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15: Rest Day, Explore the Gokyo valley

To mark the popular and excellent view, we go up to Gokyo Ri (5350m), the small crest above the lake. The peak of 5350m is also called Kala Pathar. We should not be confused with the Kala Pathar above Gorak Shep, through the view is similar. After the two hours climb, we can see a panoramic view of Cho Oyu, Gyanchung King, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, Tawache, and many more. In addition, there are numerous small peaks in this region that proffers vantage points for the nearby peaks and views of the Nangpa La, the old trade route into Tibet.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 16: Renjo-La Pass (5360m/17585ft), Duration: 7-8 Hrs

To reach Marlung (4210m) after visiting Renjo La (5345m), we have need of marching earlier. The path climbs soothingly up the edge of Gokyo Ri and then meanders hazardously up a finger of the gray screen above the northwest corner of the lake. We precede early-down from the Gokyo valley; we depart there hours where an incredible panorama lies ahead. The Everest itself, Lhotse, Cholatse, and Taboche can be seen glittering in the sun. Charismatic image of ice on the trail while descending can make our way down a bit risky. Alongside the way, we see Relama Tsho and Renjo Lake. We walk more or less for an hour from Lumden (4350m) to get to Marlung on the east bank of the Bhote Koshi. We will stay overnight at Marlung.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 17:  Trek to Namche, Duration: 3-4 Hrs

We use a traditional route used for centuries by the Tibetan traders for walking down from Marlung to Namche Bazaar. Moving downhill from the Marlung we come to cross the Bhote Koshi and the direction again drops to Taranga. The track then goes through the valley of Langmuche Khola. We trek down after crossing a bridge after then finally reach Samde. The place offers magnificent views. The lane steeply descends to Thamo village which has a monastery called Khari Goma. Then, we reach the small village of Phurte where there is a Laudo monastery. We eventually reach Namche again through some Gompas, colorful prayer flags, Mani walls, and Chortens. We will stay overnight at Namche tonight.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 18: Trek back to Lukla, Duration: 3-4 Hrs

Today after we have our breakfast, we return back over the main track down to Dudh Koshi retracing to Phakding. Following the track, we reach to Lukla scaling different Sherpa villages crossing a suspension bridge above Thado Koshi. For about 45 Minutes, we climb to accomplish the entire trek and we reconfirm flight tickets and see off to local porters.

Included: Bed, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu receives at Airport and transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu

After traveling for 45 minutes, we fly back to Kathmandu, in the morning and move back to the hotel. The rest of the day you can relax or go for sightseeing around the Kathmandu city.

Included: Bed & Breakfast

Day 20: Final departure to Home country

Today you depart from this magnificent Himalayan country in Nepal. Expect to see you again in the future soon. After breakfast and our last day in Kathmandu, our vehicle and escorts will be on standby to drop you to the international airport three hours before of flight schedule. At Swagat Holiday Treks & Expedition, meeting you has been a great honor and we pray for your safe journey home and will reflect on the wonderful times we spent together. Bon Voyage!!! We hope to see you again in the future too…

Included: Bed & Breakfast

COST INCLUDE

• Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle. (for both international and domestic flights).

• Welcome Dinner at Typical Nepalese Restaurant with a cultural dance show.

• 2 Night standard twin-sharing accommodation in a hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast.

• Basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.

• Three meals a day: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during the trekking.

• A Highly experienced, Helpful, Knowledgeable, friendly, well-trained Government license holding English-speaking trekking guide.

• We provide an assistant guide for walking with the group to support where necessary as per group size.

• National Park entrance fee and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS card).

• The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)

• Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.

• Everest National Park permits and Khumbu permit for trekking.

• Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.

• Arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your Travel Insurance Company).

• All applicable government taxes, vat, tourist service charges as per Itinerary.

 COST EXCLUDE

• Your Nepal Visa Fees (should bring small accurate fees in USD and 02 passport size photos)

• All the International airfare to and from Kathmandu ( no need to pay departure tax for international flight)

• Lunch and Dinner during staying in Kathmandu

• Personal travel and Health insurance as well as insurance for helicopter evacuation

• In case of extra night’s accommodation, Lunch and Dinner in the city due to early arrival or departure as well as early back/return from Mountain/Trekking(due to any reason) than the given time period of Itinerary. We can help you arrange extra nights’ accommodation.

• Your personal expenses such as (soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, bar bills, Extra porter, etc.)

• Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.

• Medical expenses and trip cancellation.

• Any other extended trips and accommodation.

• Tips of the guide, porters, and driver as a token of appreciation.

     # Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in the “cost includes” list.

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Important Note:

Your safety is our paramount concern while traveling with Swagat Holiday Treks & Expedition. In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swagat Holiday Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. for rescue. The charge must be paid by the client or their travel insurance company.

 Please note that your leader/guide has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails traveling in remote mountain regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health conditions of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc. can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader/guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Please note that often the Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights get delayed by a few hours or may even be canceled for one, two, or more days due to unfavorable weather conditions. Such conditions may arise even in the best seasons. Hence, in such cases, you must be prepared for long waits either at Kathmandu or Lukla airports, as this can happen either at the start or end of the trek or even both! We will do our best to avoid such delays. And arrange the nest flight for you. We also organize Helicopter rescue in such conditions, if it is available and upon request by our clients. The helicopter charges around USD 3500 and it can lift 4-5 persons per flight. Still, we suggest you be prepared for possible delays/cancellations. And if possible to come with some extra buffer days (1-2 days) at the end of the trip to accommodate such delays. If everything runs smoothly and you still have a few days of your buffer days left then you may even engage yourself in optional activities that can be arranged by Swagat Holiday Treks & Expedition upon request. The optional activities may include visiting places/landmarks of your choice, adventure sports, shopping, etc.

In case the flight delays/cancellation happens at the start of the trip and it goes so long that it disturbs your onward travel schedule, you are free to choose an alternative trip such as a trek in the Annapurna, Langtang or any other region. If you are not interested in the alternative trip and would rather wait for your original preferred trip, you are welcome to wait in Kathmandu for as many days as it takes to get a flight to Lukla. However, please note that there will be no refund if you lose time waiting at the airport and do not take an alternative tour or you only do a short trek later due to time limitation. If the cancellation happens before the trip, we will provide you accommodation and lunch in a guest house in Kathmandu. In case of the flight delay/cancellation after finishing the trek, you will be responsible for all your expenses. Please also note that you will not be entitled to any refund for the services (such as hotel, transport, flight, etc.) included in the package that you would not use later.

Equipment and Gears

• Duffle Bag\Rucksack Bag\ Suitcase (We provide one complimentary Swagat Holiday Duffle Bag that is to be returned after the trip)

• One pair of a walking stick

• Trekking Shoes

• Sports shoes or sandals

• Sun Hat/Cap

• Basic Medical Kits

• Head Lamp

• Hand Sanitizers

• Trekking towels

• Sunglasses (UV Protection)

• Warm Hand gloves ( Inner & Outer)

• Warm woolen cap

• Warm fleece jacket or puffy jacket

• Waterproof Gore-Tex layer

• Pullover or warm sweeter

• Raincoat

• 5/6 pairs of good quality socks

• 2\3 pairs of trekking trousers

• 3\4 pairs of trekking shirts

• 5\6 pairs of underwear( non-cotton preferred)

• Water bottle

• Good quality Sleeping Bag

• Camera and Batteries