Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and you will be met at the airport by our representative who will be waiting with a Swiss Family Treks sign outside the terminal and transfer to Hotel by private car. Welcome drink and after you settle into the hotel there will be a group briefing with your tour leader. He will discuss the trek details and co-ordinate any last minute arrangements. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley and drive to Mulkot 3 hours by private vehicle
After breakfast in the hotel, Drive to Swayambhunath Stupa which is very close form the centre of Kathmandu. It takes some minutes to be there. This Temple is also known as Monkey Temple which is considered to be self made Stupa. Then visit to Boudhanath Stupa: the biggest stupa in Nepal and one of the bigger stupa in the world. You can basically experience Tibetan Buddhism, culture and way of life in Boudhanath Area. Boudhanath area is the authentic place to buy Tibetan stuffs. Again you will be visit Pashupatinath Temple and it is one of the most sacred temples in the entire Hindu world. It is a sacred place where Hindus come to die and to be cremated. The temple of Pashupatinath is a large double roofed, gilt pagoda, decorated with brass, the gateway is plated with silver. There are images of Shiva along with other statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A circuit of the Pashupati area takes visitors past a sixth-century statue of the Buddha, an eight-century statue of Brahma the creator and numerous other temples. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over south Asia offering ceremonies to worship Shiva, the Lord of Destruction. After touring in Kathmandu, around 2-3pm, we drive to Mulkot by private vehicle which takes about 3 hours driving. Overnight at a hotel in Mulkot.
Day 3: Drive from Mulkot to Manthali Airport and flight to Lukla 2840m & trek to Phakding 2610m/3-4 hours
Early in the morning, we drive from Mulkot to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap for an hour and flight to Lukla which takes 20 minutes and have a breakfast in Lukla. And then continue our short ascents and descents trail passing many Buddhist monuments during the trail and finally we reach in Phakding which takes about 3 hours. We have lunch there. Overnight at a lodge in Phakding.
Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m/5-6 hours
In the morning after breakfast we start from Lodge and we will reach in Monjo after 3 hours walk passing many suspension bridges with good view of Mt. Thamserku and you must entry our permit and have a lunch in Jorsalle. Then we start to climb steep up slowly passing high suspension bridge over the Dudh Kosi River till reaching Namche Bazar which takes about 2 and half hour. In the evening time we go to visit the monastery of Namche village. We have a superb view of Khongde Himal, Thamserku and Kangaru Himal. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 5: Acclimatization Day - Hike to Everest View hotel and down to Khumjung and Khunde village for visiting Monasteries
In this day, we should hike to Everest view hotel for panoramic and spectacular view of mountains. It takes 2 hours to reach in there and after 1 hour enjoy with the superb view mountains then we climb down to Khumjung village for the visit monastery. It takes about 1 hour. We can see Skull of Yeti inside the Monastery. This is the biggest Sherpa village in Khumbu region. Again we continue our trek to Khunde village which takes about 1 hour. We have a lunch there and visit the old monastery and back to our campsite in Namche via Syangboche village. It takes about 1 and half hour. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 6: Trek from Namche to Thame 3800m/5-6 hours
In the morning after breakfast, we continue our trek to Thamo passing the many Chhortens and Stupa during the trail which takes about 3 hours. We will make lunch break here. There is a monastery and we can visit monastery. After lunch, the trail continues gradually up until reaching Thame village. Overnight at a lodge in Thame.
Day 7: Acclimatization Day - Hike to Sunder Peak 5361m/7-8 hours
Today another acclimatization day in Thame which gives you the better acclimatize your body before crossing over Renjo-La Pass. Another side trip for the fully committed and acclimatized is to the top of Sunder Peak (5361m), the toughest of all the viewpoints in the Khumbu Valley. You will need to walk steep uphill climb for at least 1500m to reach Sunder Peak. Your reward is a view of almost the entire Khumbu. Then you retrace the same trail for back to Thame. Overnight at a lodge in Thame.
Day 8: Trek from Thame to Lumde 4370m/4-5 hours
In the morning after breakfast, we climb over the moraine and gentle stroll ascent following a route used for centuries by the traders who ferried salt and grains across the Nangpa-La into Tibet until reaching Marulung which takes about 4 hours. Then trail continue gently uphill to Lumde for another an hour.Overnight at alodge in Lumde.
Day 9: Trek from Lumde to Gokyo 4790m/7-8 hours, crossing Renjo-La Pass 5360m
A long day starts early in the morning. The trail ascends until reaching Renjo-La from where an eye-popping vista awaits. We will see the rooftops of Gokyo glinting distantly on the shore of the lake beneath the grey smear of the Ngozummpa Glacier, and the sawtooth peaks of Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse and Tawache which takes about 4 hours. Then we descend downhill till Gokyo. It takes about 3 hours. Overnight at a lodge in Gokyo.
Day 10: Exploration to Fourth and Fifth Lake
We take a day off from trekking and spend this day exploring the Gokyo valley. We go to visit fourth and fifth lake climbing the hill on the north shore. We are also rewarded with the mesmerizing view of Cho Oyu (8201m) and Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier of Khumbu region. After exploring the lake, we return back to Gokyo for an overnight stay. Overnight at a lodge in Gokyo.
Day 11: Hike to Gokyo-Ri 5360m and trek to Thangnak 4700m/2-3 hours
Early in the morning we hike to Gokyo-Ri for the unobstructed sunrise view over the snowy peaks. The trail steep ascends until reaching Gokyo-Ri which takes about 2 and half hour. This is another super view point after Kala Pathar. We have an excellent view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Makalu, and Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Pumori, Amadablam and other peaks. We have also unobstructed view of Sunrise and sunset. After that you steep climb down to Camp. It takes about 1 and half hour. We have breakfast. We leave the camp and continue our trek passing the Ngozumpa Glacier until reaching Thangnak. We have lunch and stay overnight at a lodge in Thangnak.
Day 12: Trek from Thangnak to Dzongla 4830m/6-7 hours, crossing Cho-La Pass 5368m
Early in the morning, we start our trek and the trail gradually ascends and another steep rocky ascent brings you to Cho-La Pass which takes about 4 hours. Then the trail descends until reaching Dzongla. It takes about 2 and half hour. We have lunch and stay overnight at a lodge in Dzongla.
Day 13: Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche 4910m/4-5 hours
Today, we start again our trek to Lobuche which takes about 3 and half hour to reach. This is major joining point of classic trek to Everest Base Camp Trek. Then we have lunch, we have view of Himalayan range. Later in the afternoon, we explore around the valley and glacier. Overnight at a lodge in Lobuche.
Day 14: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep 5140m/2-3 hours and Exploring the Everest Base Camp 5364m
After breakfast, we continue our trek in the left bank of Khumbu glacier and steep climb up till Changri glacier, and then short descend to reach Gorakshep. It takes about 2 and half hour. We will have our short lunch break, then after lunch, we continue to our round trip to Everest Base Camp which takes about 2 hours to reach. We can enjoy with Everest icefall and glacier as well as great view of Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, Nuptse. Then we come back same way till Gorakshep which takes about 2 and half hour. Overnight at a lodge in Gorakshep.
Day 15: Hike to Kalapatthar 5550m and trek to Lobuche 4910m/2-3 hours
Early in the morning, we go to Kalapatthar before sunrise. The trail steeply ascends until reaching Kala Pathar view point which takes about 2 hours. Kalapatthar means Black rocks. Now we have an excellent view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Pumori, Lingtren, Changtse (Chinese mountain), Amadablam, Thamserku, Lobuche peak and other peaks all around. There is also unobstructed view of sunrise and sunset. Then we descend to our campsite and it takes about 1 hour. We will have our breakfast. After breakfast we continue our trek passing the Changri glacier until reaching Lobuche which takes about 2 hour. We have our lunch here. Overnight at a lodge in Lobuche.
Day 16: Trek from Lobuche to Chhukung 4730m/6-7 hours, crossing Khongma-La Pass 5535m
We start our again high altitude trek in the rocky trail until Khongma-La Pass which takes about 3 hours. We have a great view of Amadablam, Thamserku, Island peak, Lhotse and other peaks.Then we continue our descending trail till Chhukung. Overnight at a lodge in Chhukung.
Day 17: Trek from Chhukung to Panboche 3930m/4-5 hours
Early in the morning, we hike to the rocky trail until reaching Chhukung-Ri 5550m which takes about 2 and half hours. We have a great view of Makalu, Island peak,Baruntse Himal, Amadablam, Lhotse and other peaks. Then we keep descending till Chhukung which takes about 1 and half hour. And continue through the passing Yak pasture land until reaching Dingboche. We have lunch here. Then the trail continues till Pangboche village which takes about 2 hours.Overnight at a lodge in Panboche.
Day 18: Trek from Pangboche to Namche 3440m/5-6 hours
In the morning after breakfast, we continue our trek to Tengboche through the deep forests which takes about 2 hours. We can visit the monastery which is biggest monastery in Khumbu region. Then we keep steep descends till Dudh Kosi River and it takes about 1 and half hour. We have lunch break here. After lunch, then again we climb up until reaching Kyangjuma which takes about 1 and half hour. We continue our trek to Namche and it takes about 2 hours. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 19: Trek from Namche to Lukla 2840m/6-7 hours
In the morning, we leave the Namche Bazar and trail descents through pine trees and cross the high suspension bridge over the Dudh Kosi River. Then our trail continues River side and we arrive in Jorsalle and it takes about 2 and half hours. We continue again our trek until to reach Phakding with crossing several bridges about 1 and half hours walk. We have our lunch there. After lunch our trail continues until Lukla with passing up and down which takes about 2 hours. Overnight at a lodge in Lukla.
Day 20: Fly from Lukla to Manthali Airport 20 minutes and drive back to Kathmandu 4 hours by private vehicle
We fly back from Lukla to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap early in the morning which takes about 20 minutes. Our private vehicle will be waiting for you to pick up and then drive back to Kathmandu which takes around 4 hours and transfer to Hotel. Refresh and relax. Free day for shopping. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 21: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Your trip will come to an end today after breakfast. Your leader will be on hand to advise and assist with your onward travel arrangements and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by our private van around 3 hours before your flight schedule and flight back to your home/other travel destination.
Important Notice for domestic flight to and from Lukla
Due to avoid air traffic congestion at Kathmandu Airport and for smooth flights operation, the Lukla flights shall be operated from Ramechhap (Manthali) Airport effective from Autumn (September 25, to November 30, 2023) and Spring (March 16, to May 31, 2024).
Pricing for Group Size Basis: (Private Trip and Group Trip)
All inclusive Trek Price for single/individual trekker; USD 2790
All inclusive Trek Price for 2 trekkers basis; USD 2185 per person
All inclusive Trek Price for 3 trekkers basis; USD 2065 per person
All inclusive Trek Price for 4 trekkers basis; USD 1900 per person
Autumn 2023 - Fixed Departure Dates Scheduled
6th September to 26th September 2023
17th September to 7th October 2023
8th October to 28th October 2023
17th October to 6th November 2023
8th November to 28th November 2023
12th November to 2nd December 2023
Join with us on Everest the hard way, via Renjo Pass, Chola Pass and Khongmala Pass Lodge Trek in 2023/2024.
Customize Your Trek: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de
NOTE: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition GmbH. The charges must be paid by clients themselves.
