12-days Everest Panaroma Trekking
Overview of the tour in Kathmandu
Everest Panorama trek gives you the opportunity to experience the Everest region, explore Nepal and contemplate magnificent views of Himalayas. Join our tour to enjoy this beautiful region and walk through the amazing trail that leads to Everest Base Camp. Our professional guides will help you to leave this place with good memories and will impart their expert knowledge while trekking one of the most valuable treasures in the world.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft).
Day 2: Kathmandu: Sightseeing, exploring the culture and trek preparation.
Day 3: Flight from KTM – Lukla (2800m). Trek to Phakding (2,652m).
Day 4: From Phakding to Namche (3,440m).
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Namche.
Day 6: Namche to Thame (3,800m).
Day 7: Thame to Khumjung (3790m).
Day 8: Trek from Khumjung to Tengboche (3864m).
Day 9: Tengboche to Monjo (2835m).
Day 10: Monjo to Lukla.
Day 11: Lukla to Kathmandu.
Day 12: Departure.
This activity includes:
- Phakding
- Khumjung Monastery
- Namche Bazar
- Airport pickups and drops by private vehicle
- 3-star catagory hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek -Farewell dinner at the end of the trip
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu) ,
- city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle ,
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide. Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter) Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader) -All government and local taxes
On arrival
Pick up from your accommodation.
Things to note
Itinerary can be either minimize or maximize as per your time frame and your interest and price will be different as per service such as accommodation.
Day 1: Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. Meeting and assistance at the airport. You will be welcomed with Khada (Tibetan silk scarf) or flower garland outside the arrival terminal gate by our representative. You will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 2: Kathmandu
Half-day tour of old Kathmandu city, its Durbar square, myriad of temples including the temple residence of the Living Goddess, Kumari. Proceed on to Swayambhunath Stupa. Swayambhunath is a Buddhist Stupa said to be more than 2000 years old, is perched on a hillock 77 meters above the valley floor and offering a bird’s eye view of the Kathmandu City. Afternoon, tour of Patan, also known as Lalitpur or the “city of beauty” is the oldest city in the valley. A great center both of the Newari Buddhist religion and of traditional arts & crafts with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 major temples. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding(2,651m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight, 3 – 4 hours trek
We take an early morning flight to Lukla and meet our rest of the crew members in Lukla and start our trek. The trail then leads to Phakding via Cheplung village from where we get a magnificent view of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been summited. Overnight at Phakding.
Meals: Breakfast /Lunch/ Dinner
Day 4: Phakding – Namche (3,438m/11,280 ft): 5 – 6 hours
We continue our walk on the trail that goes north up the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages leading the entrance to the Everest National Park. Then we pass Jorsale village crossing a suspension bridge and walk alongside of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We continue our trek ascending on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 5:Acclimatization Day – Namche Bazaar: (3,440m/11,284ft)
We explore Namche Bazaar and hike-up to everest view hotel to enjoy the magnificent view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Amadablam and many other Himalayan peaks.Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Meals:Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Thame
After b/fast we leave Namche & head up to the western part of the Khumbu called Thame which is a village on the same level as Namche. During our trek we get to view some pleasant landscapes & an abundance of Himalayan wildlife; Thame village is popular among trekkers to the Everest region & the Monastery is also an added attraction. We enter the monastery & enjoy the lovely views from this point as we prepare for our overnight at this vibrant village.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 7: Thame to Khumjung (3790m) via Khunde
As we ascend from Thame village, we cut across the airstrip at Syangboche and the Japanese-built Everest View Hotel. From the hotel, there are superb views of the valley and Everest. We walk to the pretty village of Khumjung with many old traditional houses as well as a gompa at the top end of town. We will also have time to visit Hillary’s school & the monastery with the myth that is the yeti’s scalp; also, at the nearby village of Khunde is the famous hospital built by Sir Edmund Hillary, an important center of health care in the region. It will also be a great experience to interact with the local folks which you will find very interesting. Overnight at this wonderful lively village.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner
Day 8: Trek from Khumjung to Tengboche
Tengboche stands propped up on a saddle at 3864m in a clearing surrounded by dwarf fires and rhododendrons. As we hike east, we pass a large Chorten and then descend to a bridge across the Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga. From the river, the trail ascends through a forest of pine and rhododendron, before arriving at Tengboche Monastery. The views here are truly awesome, from the beautiful Ama Dablam to Lhotse and Everest at the head of the valley. The gompa has been rebuilt since a tragic fire in 1989 destroyed it. The monastery is well worth a visit. Kwongde (6187m) Tawache (6542m) Everest (8848m) Nuptse (7855m) Lhotse (8618m) Amadablam (6856m) and Thamserku at (6608m) provide some inspiring panoramas of these Himalayan giants. We visit the Buddhist Monastery at Tengboche, the largest in Khumbu region & enjoy some butter tea with the friendly Lamas.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner.
Day 9: Tengboche to Monjo
The trek from Tengboche to Monjo takes about 06 hours. While trekking from Tengboche to Monjo we come across a few colorful Sherpa settlements brimming with life, and we will meet friendly Sherpa people who’ll be happy to strike up a conversation with us. Trekking this day is pretty easier in comparison to the other days. Monjo is a small congenial village and the area is mainly into agriculture. Overnight at our lodge.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner.
Day 10: Monjo to Lukla
This is the Last day of our trek in the bustling town of Lukla as we enjoy a party and dinner with our Trekking crew whom we’ve come to know so well over the week. We enjoy some local ‘Chhang’’ {mountain beer brewed from rice} & do some jigs to a Sherpa dance before we go in for a delicious dinner. We then retire to bed at our lodge after enjoying a merry day and night. Overnight at Lukla.
Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch /Dinner.
Day 11: Lukla – Kathmandu
We catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. Upon arrival in Kathmandu you will be transferred to your hotel. We take you for a cultural dinner in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals:Breakfast/Dinner.
Day 12: Departure Day
Free till departure. Transfer to the airport to connect the international flight.
What Is Not Included:
Nepalese visa fee,
Excess baggage charge(s),
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival or late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary),
International flights,
Entrance Fees Sightseeing
Travel and rescue insurance,
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.), Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.