Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek - 12 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport 1300m

Day 02: Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2804 m & Trek to phakding 2825 m 3-4 Hrs

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazar 3840 m  4- 5 Hrs

Day 05: Namche Bazar Acclimatization Day

Day 06: Trek to Pangboche 3930 m 6-7 Hrs

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche 4350 m  5- 6 Hrs

Day 08: Trek to Chhukung 4710 m & Trek Back to Dingboche  3- 4 Hrs

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche 4910 m)  4 – 5 Hrs

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5365 m  & Back to Gorak Shep 5180 mft.) 7- 8 Hrs

Day 11: Hike Up to Kalapatthar 5555 m Early in the Morning & fly back to Kathmandu via Helicopter.

Day 12: Transfer to the Airport for Flight Departure

If you want to extend your trip, please feel free to choose from our DAY TOURS, NEPAL TOURS or Jungle Safaris. here are some trip extensions that might interest you.

extended trips

• Kathmandu World Heritage Sites Tour - 1 Day
• Everest Base Camp Helicopter Day Tour - 1 Day
• Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Day Tour - 1 Day
• Day Tour In Pokhara - 1 Day

Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu Airport 1300 m

Our representative will receive you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and transfer you to your hotel.

In the evening, we will host a pre-trek meeting in our office and introduce you to your trekking guide. For the meeting, please make sure you bring your passport, three copies of passport-size photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy.

Day 02: Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu

Early morning, after breakfast, you will be taken for a cultural tour of Kathmandu city. Some of the main highlights will be Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square,  Patan Durbar.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2804 m & Trek to phakding 2825 m  3-4 Hrs

An early morning start takes us to Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35-minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla at 2,804 m/9,199 ft. On arrival at the airport, a guide will brief you and introduce our porters before our trek begins towards Manjo (2,835 m/9,268 ft.)

After landing we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. Then we begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713 m/8,900 ft). The walking is easy. After passing through the small village of Ghat (2,550 m/8,366 ft), it is a short walk to Phakding and then to Manjo.

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazar 3840 m 4- 5 Hrs

We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest which is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange, internet cafe and a bakery. Namche is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail.

Day 05: Namche Bazar Acclimatization Day

We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air pressure. In a short trek in and around Namche Bazar, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks.

Day 06: Trek to Pangboche 3930 m  6 – 7 Hrs

The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi with magnificent views of the mountains. We trek to an altitude of 3,930m / 12,893ft today. On reaching Tengboche you will see the local monastery. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. From Tengboche the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola, and climbs to Pangboche village.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche 4350 m  5- 6 Hrs

Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. We take our time so we avoid getting affected by the altitude.

Day 08: Trek to Chhukung 4710 m & Trek Back to Dingboche – 4-5 Hrs

On this day you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. We will have trip to Chhukung valley via the Imja Khola valley to get a marvellous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall, then return to Dingboche in the evening.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche 4910 m 4-5 Hrs

Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits.We continue to climb as we are heading to the altitude of 4,910m / 16,018ft at Lobuche, which is really just a few huts at the foot of giant Lobuche peak. Some breathing problems may arise today due to the altitude.

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5365 m & Back to Gorak Shep 5180 m   7 – 8 Hrs

This is the big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5365m / 17,601ft. , the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from Base Camp is spectacular. We return back to Gorak shep for the night.

Day 11: Hike Up to Kalapatthar 5555 m Early in the Morning & fly back to Kathmandu via Helicopter.

This will be another big and rewarding day of the trek. Most of the morning in this day is spent climbing Mt. Kalapatthar, a small peak (by Himalayan standards) at 5555m / 18,225ft. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 29,028ft, 8848meters, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse, and countless others. Upon reaching Kalapatthar, We rest for few minutes and take a helicopter ride to Kathmandu enjoying the most thrilling experiences and breathtaking views of The Mount Everest.

Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. And, at the end of the day, we host a farewell dinner program at a Nepali restaurant where you can see some cultural performance.

Day 12: Transfer to the Airport for Flight Departure

The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you to Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.

• Pick up and drop from airport/ hotel/airport.
• Accommodation in Kathmandu ( 3-star hotel.)
• Half day Kathmandu sightseeing
•  Flight Ticket Kathmandu–Lukla– Kathmandu
• Helicopter fare (Kalapathar – Kathmandu).
• A  professional Sherpa Guide with Government License.
• Sherpa porter who will carry your baggage(2 people 1 sherpa porter max 25kg)
• All Accommodation during Trekking (guest House/lodge)
• Food during Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  )
• Necessary Trekking permits/ National park permit
• TIMS (Trekkers Information Management system) card
• Requirement Equipment (sleeping bag and Down Jacket)
• Food, salary Transport, clothing for Guide and Porter
• First aid kit from The Great Adventure Treks and Expedition.
• Insurance for Guide and Porter
• Rescue Help in case of emergency (paid by your travel insurance)
• Farewell dinner with a cultural show.
• All program as per Itinerary.

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
• Any kinds of Drinks  (soft and Hard Drinks)
• Visa, international flight ticket
• Personal Nature expenses
• Tips for Staffs
• Trekking Equipment
• Rescue and Evacuation cost
• Kathmandu Monuments fees
• shower during the trek
• Bar bills