Detailed itinerary

• Day

  01

  Arrival

  Welcome by our representative at the airport, transfer to hotel in Kathmandu. Later in the evening enjoy Welcome Dinner.

  Stay overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day

  02

  Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley ( Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan City, Swoyambhunath Stupa)

  After breakfast we are going to do some sightseeing activities today. As planned, we are going to explore some of the most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, evening drive back to hotel.

  Stay overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day

  03

  Drive to Pokhara

  Today we are going to head off to the famous lake city of Pokhara. The entire drive will take us about 7 to 8 hours to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu. We leave the noisy streets of Kathmandu and follow a winding roadway along the scintillating Trishuli river. Your eyes will be occupied by the views of green lush hills, small towns, people, markets and rivers. You can witness the first glimpses of Nepalese diversity of your trek while enjoying your drive. Later, after reaching Pokhara city, you and your friends will be escorted to your respective hotel rooms by our representative.

  Stay overnight at Pokhara.

• Day

  04

  Drive from Pokhara to Suikhet Phedi and trek from Suikhet Phedi to Dhampus (1650 m)

  The journey to Annapurna and Everest begins shortly after breakfast, which is followed by a short drive from Pokhara to Suikhet Phedi located at an elevation of 1130 m. The trek begins shortly after stepping off the vehicle and meeting up with the trekking crew, and the trek begins with the ascent towards the village of Astam at the top of the ridge, following the ridge above Yangri stream. Follow the ridge through the west of Henjakot to finally reach Dhampus. Mesmerizing views of Mt. Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South are on offer at Dhampus.

  Stay overnight at Dhampus.

• Day

  05

  Trek from Dhampus to Landruk (1646 m)

  As we finish having our breakfast, we shall resume our trek with an ascent for an hour through the dense forest of Rhododendrons and Orchids. We soon reach a high altitude of 2160m. Further ahead, we gradually descend down to Ghatte Khola village for about another hour. We shall rest down for a bit and have our lunch here before moving onward. Our trail leads us further down to a large Gurung Village which is called Landruk. This village is located above the Modi river (1646m) located above the Modi river and will be our final destination for the day.

  Stay overnight at Landruk.

• Day

  06

  Trek from Landruk to Ghandruk (1951 m)

  After breakfast, the trip begins with an hour long downward trek towards the Modi River, followed by an ascent through the steep trail for two hours through the terraced fields to reach Ghandruk (1951 m). This picturesque village with slate-roofed houses surrounded by terraced fields is a pleasant place for the night halt. This is a huge Gurung village, with amazing guests, good humor and hospitality. The headquarters of Annapurna Conversation Center is also located in this village, which looks after the management of the lodges in the area. This village is beautifully situated in front of the peak of Annapurna South and Himchuli (6441 m).

  Stay overnight at Ghandruk.

• Day

  07

  Trek from Ghandruk to Ghorepani (2855 m)

  The trek towards Ghorepani begins as a long day, with almost 8 hours of walking involved over a single day. After breakfast the team gets ready for the four hour long gradual ascent to Tadapani, through a forest with different species of trees and Rhododendrons. Numerous lodges are situated in Tadapani. The walk begins again towards Bhainsekharka for an hour, followed by a steep ascent towards Deurali through a forest of conifers and Rhododendrons for two hours. After Deurali, the descent finally begins and after an hour of gradual descent, you will reach a traditional Magar Village of Ghorepani, located amidst a dense Rhododendron Forest.

  Stay overnight at Ghorepani.

• Day

  08

  Excursion to Poon Hill (3193 m AMSL, Duration: 3 hrs) and leisure day at Ghorepani

  Starting the morning with a quick hike uphill to Poon Hill, the Himalayan sunrise sets to mesmerize your memories. Starting at 5:00 hrs in the morning, you can hear the sounds of other trekking groups preparing for the pre-dawn assault on Poon Hill. Carefully walking on the possible slippery surfaces in the dark, an hour is all it takes to reach the top of Poon Hill. With the oranges and reds off the sun’s rays striking the beautifully standing crest of the wide Himalayan panorama stretching from Dhaulagiri 8167 m (the world’s seventh highest peak) to Manaslu standing at 8156 m (the world’s eighth highest peak) in the east, with the mighty Annapurna range in between them, the early wake up and an hour long climb certainly pays off all efforts.

  The group then heads back towards Ghorepani, and the rest of the day is spent at leisure or you can travel around the village of Ghorepani.

  Stay overnight at Ghorepani.

• Day

  09

  Trek from Ghorepani to Birethanti (1050 m)

  The trip today begins with a descent through the stone paved staircases. Following breakfast is a descent towards Banthani for two hours. Banthani has a few tourist lodges, which gives way to the beautiful forest full of varieties of Rhododendrons, most spectacular during March and April. The trip then continues towards Ulleri, on the stone steps for about an hour. Breathtaking views, including the beautifully slate-roofed Magar village awaits you at Ulleri. Magars are of Tibet-Burma origin and are very skilled craftsmen in stone and wood works. Another magnificent view of Annapurna South and Himchuli, as well as Bhurungdi Valley below, awaits your arrival at Ulleri.

  The trek then continues through the stone steps yet again for an hour and a half, crossing the Bhurungdi River to reach Hille. After a stroll of about two hours along the trail through the beautiful villages and terraced fields, a confluence of Modi Khola and Bhurungdi Khola is to be crossed, to follow the trail to reach Birethanti.

  Stay overnight at Birethanti.

• Day

  10

  Trek from Birethanti to Pokhara

  After breakfast, the trip continues with an hour long trek to reach the nearest road. The drive to Pokhara takes about two hours. Upon arrival in Pokhara, the rest of the day is leisure.

  Stay overnight at Pokhara.

• Day

  11

  Pokhara free day

  A leisure day at Pokhara. You can  roam around at city or you can have rest.

  Stay overnight at Pokhara

• Day

  12

  Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu & Drive to Hotel

  After having breakfast we drive to airport to fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. Our representative will be waiting for you at Kathmandu airport and transfer you to hotel.

  Stay overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day

  13

  Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2850m) and trek to Phakding (2640m)

  A short 35 minutes of flight to the air-strip at Lukla actually opens all doors to possibilities and prospects of Himalayan exploration and adventure. The Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla was coined collectively after Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary, the first human step to successfully scale Mount Everest, in 1998. Attracting many well-experienced to novice mountaineers from all around the world and willing to pay substantial sums for a successful expedition, the Tenzing-Hillary Airport is the gateway to the Khumbu region, and ultimately to Mount Everest. Due to the unpredictable weather in the Khumbu region, almost all flights are concentrated in early mornings.

  After catching up with the trek crew in the airport and getting updates on various details, the journey continues towards the highest peak of the world. After an hour of walk on a straight trail, a small village of Chaplung is encountered. This is where the main trail from the west meets the trail from Lukla on approach to Mount Everest. The walk continues for another two hours to reach Ghat, and it finally ends at Phakding after an hour more.

  The day comes to a halt after reaching Phakding and an overnight stay in a local lodge accompanied by great local cuisine, imported and local spirits and hospitality on offer makes you forget the tiredness of the trip for the rest of the day.

  Stay overnight at Phakding

• Day

  14

  Trek from Phakding to Namche (3450m)

  Day four of the trip begins shortly after breakfast, with some catching up with the trekking crew. Trailing down towards the Bhotekoshi River and crossing a long suspension bridge over the Bhotekoshi River, Jorsele is the next destination after crossing the bridge and a walk of about two hours along the straight trail, passing a forest and few villages. Everest National Park check post, located at Jorsele welcomes you to the Khumbu Region and the national park permits are checked. Beyond this point, no firewood is allowed. Following the trail, the path drops steeply, and reaches a long suspension bridge to cross the Dudh Koshi River. Continuing on the straight trail for an hour more, the terrain becomes a bit steep. Going through various difficult terrains, a forest and several other Sherpa villagesfor almost two hours, the team reaches Namche. Namche is a great spot for the first close glimpse of the mesmerizing beauty of Mount Everest.

  The day comes to an end with a warm and hospitable welcome to a guest house by the local Sherpa’s, and the aroma of local cuisine, imported and local spirits, and a beautiful dinner.

  Stay overnight at Namche.

• Day

  15

  Rest Day at Namche

  Looking at the effort put in by all in the team, this day marks the day of rest, the acclimatization day. Due to change in weather, altitude and the particular exercise of walking terrains, a day is taken off the schedule for the guests to rest and enjoy, or then to have a picturesque excursion to Khumjung village. The major aim of this day is to prevent any possible AMS signs, which may hamper the rest of the trip. The day ends in a local guest house with hospitable welcome, good food, great spirits and plenty of rest.

  Stay overnight at Namche.

• Day

  16

  Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3860m)

  Day  begins with new passion because of all the rest achieved off the previous day. You would leave for Tengboche, following the trail that traverses from Choi Gang to Kyanjuma Foundation, where the descent to the suspension bridge across Dudh Koshi River begins. After crossing the bridge and passing a few tea houses, the trail reaches Phungi Tenga. A pleasant walk uphill begins, pointing towards the next destination. Passing through a blend of forest and shrubs on a wide trail, you will get a great chance to spot Pheasants, Tahr and Deer. At the end of the climb, you would reach a Kani, an arched entrance with ceiling paintings of deities and forms of Lord Buddha, which is believed to cleanse people of the many feared spirits before entering the sacred area of the Himalayas. Three hours of the pleasant trail and the catch is the best glimpse of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku and Kangi Tenga, an opportunity to spot local animals of the region and to visit the famous Tengboche Monastery. The day ends in a local guest house, with taste-bud-tingling food, superb spirits in the cold temperature and the warm hospitality of the locals. This would be our point of return from the day following.

  Stay overnight at Tengboche.

• Day

  17

  Trek from Tengboche to Namche

  The way back from Tengboche to Namche takes about 4 hours since it’s a fairly pleasant downhill path. You get options to spot some local animals yet again, and take great pictures of the picturesque Himalayan mystical peaks. The day ends in a guest house in Namche.

  Stay overnight at Namche.

• Day

  18

  Trek from Namche to Phakding

  Yet approximately 4 hour trek from Namche to Phakding via the Everest National Park check post at Jorsele and crossing the Bhotekoshi River yet again.

  Stay overnight at Phakding.

• Day

  19

  Trek from Phakding to Lukla

  This trip marks the end of the trekking trip on return to Lukla and takes around 4 hours. Going across Ghat again, you will walk across the trekking route intersection at Chaplung, and reach Lukla to end the day’s trip in a guest house.

  Stay overnight at Lukla.

• Day

  20

  Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

  Transfer service to the hotel upon arrival at the airport. The rest of the day is off for leisure.

  Later in the evening enjoy the Farewell Dinner.

  Stay overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day

  21

  Departure

  After breakfast transfer to the airport to fly to onward destination.