Unlike the hurried pace of traditional hikes, this trek takes a more leisurely pace and is crafted for the older adventure traveler in mind who would like to trek with shorter days and closer overnight points for more comfort. This trek gives guests ample time to absorb the breathtaking landscapes, capture incredible photos, pause to immerse themselves in the local culture, and engage in meaningful conversations all within 11 nights and 12 days, reaching a maximum altitude of 3,870 meters, or 12,670 feet.
Our English-speaking mountain guide will reveal the hidden gems of this region, and when it’s time to rest, you’ll find premium Himalayan lodges nestled in the most picturesque locations, offering cozy rooms with beds, hot showers, and toilets, as well as delightful cuisine and attentive service. Evenings will be the perfect conclusion to an adventurous 7 trekking days, with a few days in Kathmandu at the end!
The highlight of this adventure is the Tengboche Monastery, which seems to unfurl like a natural mandala at the base of the exquisite Ama Dablam. It’s a place that genuinely feels like one of the most beautiful spots on Earth!
Includes
- Airport Transfers
- 1 Night Manthali Hotel on Half Board
- 2 Nights Mountain Lodges of Nepal Phakding on Full Board
- 1 Night Mountain Lodges of Nepal Namche on Full Board
- 5 Nights Everest Summit Lodges on Full Board
- English Speaking Mountain Guide
- Assistants and Porters ( 1 porter will carry 2 member luggage. Weight allowance 13 Kg per person)
- National Park Fee and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Development Fee
- Staff Insurance
- Private Vehicle Kathmandu – Manthali – Kathmandu
- Airfare: Ramechhap (RHP) – Lukla (LUA) – Ramechhap (RHP)
- All logistic support
Excludes
- Hotel in Kathmandu ( By request and choice of Hotel, arrangements can be made,
- Meals unless Stated
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks and Beverages
- Rescue and Evacuation
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Gratuities for the guides and their team are not included and are at your discretion
- Expenses incurred as a result of delay beyond our control in case of: weather, flight cancellation, road blockage or natural calamities.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in KATHMANDU and transfer to the Hotel
Our guide will be ready to welcome guests and transport them to their chosen hotel. In the evening, they will be debriefed by their assigned guide for the adventurous days to come.
Overnight: At city hotel of your choice
1,852 m
Day 2
Drive to Manthali
The morning grants guests free time to explore the vicinity. In the afternoon, guests set off on a scenic bus ride (100 km/4 hours) to Mulkot, a small town resting alongside the rushing Sunkosi River.
Overnight: A lodge in Manthali
4 Hrs
Day 3
Drive to Ramechhap, Fly to Lukla (2,743 m/ 9,000 ft ) and trek to Phakding (2652 m/8530 ft)
Early in the morning, guests are driven (35 km/1 hour) to Ramechhap airport (1370 m) and taken on a scenic flight to Lukla (2800 m, 9,190 feet). Porters or pack animals will take charge of your luggage, and the trek to Phakding (2600 m/ 8,530 ft) will begin. Guests can drop by local houses and interact with locals.
Overnight: Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Phakding
2,743 m / 9,000 ft
3 Hrs
Day 4
Trek to Monjo
After a relaxed breakfast, guests will start their trek through forests, serene clearings, and always beside the Dudh Kosi, or in English, “Milk River”. The day passes by, with small hamlets along the way through the forest. The hike will be 4 and a half hours long, and guests will have time for a five-hour break. Guests can visit the first judo dojo as well as the monastery. ‘Judo Dojo’ literally means a place where one learns and practices Judo. In simple terms, it is a place where one evolves not only physically but philosophically as well as mentally. It is the world’s highest ‘Judo Dojo’. It was founded by one of our guides, Kazi Sherpa. An evening meeting with five-time Everest Summiteer Nga Temba Sherpa can be a great learning experience.
Overnight: Everest Summit Lodges, Monjo
2,835 m | 9,301 ft
3 Hrs
Day 5
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Shortly after arriving in Monjo, guests will reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park, where our guide will assist with formalities. As guests continue deeper into the national park, after about five hours of walking (normally a 3.5-hour journey), guests will arrive at their destination, Namche Bazaar (3450 m), the bustling capital and central trading hub of the Sherpa community. There are a lot of activities that can be done in Namche Bazaar. Guests can visit the Sherpa Museum and the Mountain Museum.
Overnight: Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Namche
3,445 m / 11,300 ft
3/4 Hrs
Day 6
Trek To Tashinga
Today guests will walk over the ridge of Namche and pass the Khumjung-Kunde Sherpa settlement, known for its spectacular views of Kongde Ri. At 3,933 meters, an observation point provides breathtaking vistas of the Khumbu region’s towering peaks, including Lhotse and Mount Everest. Descending through fir and juniper forests, guests pass through scenic clearings with the impressive backdrops of Taboche, Thamserku, and Kang Taiga. Along the way, guests may spot the elusive “Thar” and the national bird of Nepal, the pheasant. Guests can visit Sagarmatha Next Centre as well as the Edmund Hillary School in Khumjung.
Overnight: Everest Summit Lodge, Tashinga
3,450 m / 11,023 ft
5 Hrs
Day 7
Trek to Tengboche Monastery and return to Tashinga
Guests begin by descending to Phunki Tenga (3250 m), where a bridge adorned with prayer flags marks their path. They then follow an ancient pilgrimage route through lush rhododendron forests, arriving at the renowned Tengboche Monastery (3870 m) in just three and a half hours. After exploring the monastery complex and possibly witnessing a monk ceremony, lunch with breathtaking views of Everest and Lhotse awaits. In spring, the rhododendrons paint the mountains in vibrant colors. Guided by the mountain guide, guests return to their lodge.
Overnight: Everest Summit Lodges, Tashinga
3,860 m / 12,665 ft
5/6 Hrs
Day 8
Trek to Monjo
Guests descend to Monjo, with a stopover in the bustling Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, which will appear larger and livelier upon their return. They once again cross the Hillary Bridge, adorned with countless prayer flags, and follow the “milk river,” Dudh Kosi, out of the national park. The walking time remains comfortable; even today, more time is allocated for the journey, estimated at a leisurely six hours, with most of the trek being downhill.
Overnight: Everest Summit Lodges, Monjo.
4,576m / 15,014ft
5/6 Hrs
Day 9
Trek to Phakding
Today, guests will take a detour to view the monastery at Gumila above Phakding. Within the monastery reside 12–15 monks from the Gelukpa Sect; it is also a Buddhist teaching monastery. It takes about 30-45 minutes to reach the monastery from the main trekking route. From here, guests will retrace the steps back to Phakding
Overnight: Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Phakding
3/4 Hrs
Day 10
Trek to Lukla
The final stage of this trek leads guests to Lukla (2800 m). Today we take a diversion on the other side of the Dudh Koshi River through the village of Tserema, visiting small villages and getting a chance to interact with the locals. The trail meets up at Thada Koshi. Here, tea houses welcome them to take a well-deserved break. The path ascends once more, and the trek concludes at a relaxed and leisurely pace. The lodge in Lukla offers its usual excellent service and hearty Himalayan cuisine.
Overnight: Everest Summit Lodges, Lukla
2,804 m / 9,336 ft
3/4 Hrs
Day 11
Flight to Ramechap; Drive to Kathmandu
Our flight transports us back to Ramechap, where we embark on a scenic bus journey (135 km/5-6 hours) back to Kathmandu. In the afternoon, guests will explore Kathmandu at their leisure.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
4 Hrs
Day 12
Optional Sightseeing
Time today to relax, reflect on your adventures, and complete any sightseeing and last-minute shopping. In the morning, there is an option of a half-day guided sightseeing tour for a nominal charge. Guests will visit Boudhanath Stupa and then Pashupatinath Temple. The afternoon is at your leisure
Day 13
Departure
Guests will be transferred to the airport for departure.
