Himalayan Holidays Nepal

Day-to-Day Itinerary

• Day 01:
  Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport the guest will be received and transfered to the hotel.
  Evening: a short briefing about the trek.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 02:
  Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding.
  The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2880m) with the snow clad Himalayan Range in the north and the rugged landing in the Lukla airport is said to be one of the most spectacular flight in the world. After a short break, the trek starts by following the trail leading to the northwest direction, which ultimately descends to the river at Phakding (2652m). Trek duration: 3 hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Phakding.
• Day 03:
  Trek to Namche Bazaar.
  Namche Bazaar (3447 m). Follow the Bhote Koshi through the forest and pasture land, along the valley dotted with small Sherpa settlements. Cross the Bhote Koshi and climb steeply, along switching back trail, lies the large Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. Near half waypoint, view of Everest (8848 m) and Lhotse (8511 m) come into sight. This prosperous town is the largest in Khumbu. Mt. Thamserku (6648 m) and Kwangde Ri (6624 m) loom along the east and west of the village. The sacred mountain Khumbila (5707 m) dominates the skyline along the west. Duration of trek- 6 hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Namche Bazaar.
• Day 04:
  Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.
  Optional side trip of Syangboche. Dinner and overnight camp at Namche Bazaar.
• Day 05:
  Dole (4040 m).The trail leads down past the school and the Khumjung village before dropping into the rhododendron scrub forest and then towards an impregnable looking rock wall on the north side of the valley. A giant’s causeway of the granite step makes incredible route up the face before the trail emerges the high grazing ground. One hour further is a charming Chorten, from here you can see the magnificent view of the Ama Dablam (6856m), Kangtega (6685m) and Thamserku (6648m) standing high above the meadows of the Thyangboche monastery. The trail drops quickly nearly all the way to the Dudh Kosi before leaving the route to Phortse. There is a good lunch spot set among the birch and rhododendron forest. The camp spot at Dole is reached after a stiff but attractive climb. Trek duration 6 hrs.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Dole.
• Day 06:
  Trek to Phanga.
  Phanga (4400m) The first hour involves steady climbing before the trail contours to Luza (4370m), a small grazing spot with potato fields. Phanga village is reached after a short climb from here. Duration of trek 5 ½ hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Phanga.
• Day 07:
  Trek to Gokyo Lake.
  Gokyo Lake (4750m) a steady plod soon leads to the first of the Gokyo lakes and then to the main lake before reaching the camping ground for lunch.
  Note: Both the seventh and the eighth day are short trek days in order to get acclimatized with the altitude one is gaining.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Gokyo Lake.
• Day 08:
  Trek to Gokyo Ri & return.
  Gokyo Ri (5483m) and Return. Unlike the Kala Patthar hill from Lobuche, the foot of Gokyo Ri lies five minutes away from the stream that feeds the Gokyo Lake. After two to three hours "huff and puff" you reach the summit not to be disappointed for your effort at all, as the views from here are well worth the effort you put in? Everest (8848m), showing more of its northern flank than from Kalapatthar, with Makalu (8475m) further to the east and Cho-Oyu (8153m) towards the north makes a mesmerizing view to watch. Return to Gokyo Ri after spending a wonderful break at the summit.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Gokyo Lake
• Day 09:
  Trek to Chyugima.
  Above Chyugima (5040m). The trail initially leads back south before leaving the main route, a short climb leads to the crossing of the jumbled moraine of the Ngo Zumba Glacier. Lunch at Dragnag. This hard crabling country offers various equally demanding routes until you reach the campsite tucked in below the Pass. Duration of trek: 5 ½ hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Chyugima.
• Day 10:
  Trek to Dzongla.
  Dzongla (4843m). An early start is recommended. The route lies over the large, uncomfortable broken rock of the Pass itself. Depending on the time of the year the route to the summit snowfield of the Chyugima La Pass (5240m) may or may not be covered by snow. The descent starts gently before steeping down. The broken ground route leads to the few stone huts that make up the Dzong La. Duration of trek: 4 ½ hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Dzongla.
• Day 11:
  Trek to Lobuche.
  Lobuche (4931m). An ill-defined track traverses across to join the main trail coming up from Pheriche. On the way you can watch the beautiful view of the Mt. Cholatese (6442m) back on the west side of the route. A steep ascend leads to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The stark and the rugged beauty create almost a moonscape. The campsite at Lobuche is situated in the wind swept valley with the enchanting views of the Tawatse (6501m) and Nuptse (7855m).
  Dinner and overnight camp at Lobuche.
• Day 12:
  Trek to Kalapatthar and back.
  Kala Patthar (5545m) and Back. Early start is necessary. Travel along the Khumbu Glacier through the jumbled moraines and scattered rocks. The Giants of the earth are all around you, Pumori (7145m), Everest, The Chinese peak Changtse (7553m), Nuptse(7855m), Lhotse (8516m) Ama Dablam and many other peaks.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Lobuche.
• Day 13:
  Trek to Dingboche.
  Dingboche (4350m). The route passing through the moraines gradually loses altitude before reaching the windswept village of Pheriche. Here, the Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) has its Aid Post. A climb over the ridge past Chortens and Main walls you reach the Chukung valley and the prosperous village of Dingboche. This village with its own irrigation system is probably the only place at a high altitude to grow crops.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Dingboche./li>
• Day 14:
  Trek to Tengboche (Tengboche).
  Tengboche (3867m): Having been consistently at high altitude above 4200m most trekkers welcome the thought of returning to warmer, easier climbs and the days walk to Tengboche is a delightful way of doing so. The route starts back to Dingboche with a walk through the long walled paths of the village, and a gradual ascent along the flanks of the hills below the village before a steep drop to the Doodh Koshi. A little further, the route joins the main trail coming from Pheriche. The route then passes through the village of Pangboche (3985m). The Scalp of the Yeti, which was taken around the world in the 60’s, can be seen here housed in monastery on the hillside. The monastery lies more on the route to Phortse and is not easily reached from the lower trail. A spectacular little bridge over the river leads into the fir and rhododendron forest. The duration of trek: 6 hours.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Tengboche.
• Day 15:
  Trek to Namche Bazaar.
  Dinner and overnight camp at Namche Bazaar.
• Day 16:
  Back track to Lukla and overnight.
  Sherpa farewell dinner and overnight camp at Lukla.
• Day 17:
  Early morning, fly to Kathmandu from Lukla.
  Upon arrival, guests will be received and transfered to the hotel in Kathmandu.
  PM: Free.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 18:
  Drive to Chitwan (196 Km-5 hours).
  After breakfast, drive Kathmandu / Chitwan –5 hours. Chitwan is 196 kilometers from Kathmandu and is connected by the Prithivi and Mahendra Highway. The drive is through terraced rice fields and scenic countryside along the banks of the Trishuli River.
  Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
• Day 19:
  Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park.
  Early dawn alert tea or coffee; start an elephant ride or a jungle walk, to view the wildlife.
  Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
• Day 20:
  Drive back to Kathmandu from Chitwan (196 kms-5 hours).
  After breakfast, transfer to the park exit point and board the waiting vehicles for the 5-hour drive to Kathmandu via Prithivi highway.
  Evening: Farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 21:
  Transfer to airport for final departure.