After breakfast, break the day with guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions of Kathmandu. The first visit is made in Swayambhunath Stupa- oldest stupa situated on the hillock. Enjoy the bird eyes view of Kahtmandu Valley and mountains. After then visit Kahtmandu Durbar Square - Palace of Malla and then Shah King of Nepal. Visit Kumari Ghar (living goddes), Kasthamandap (made up of single tree), Hanuman Dhoka (Gate to enter the palace) and many more temples. Finally visit in Patan Durbar Square- city of fine art and architecture. Visit Krishna Temple, Palace square, Mahabauddha, Mahabihar and many more temples and master piece monuments. Late afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. Black Diamond briefs us regarding the trip as well as provides us opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding our upcoming adventure. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Hotel Encounter Nepal

Breakfast

Early morning after breakfast transfer to Kathmandu airport in domestic terminal to fly over Lukla, a gateway destination for trekking in Mt Everest Region. After 40 minutes adventurous and scenic view flight we reach in the Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla. Here we meet our other crew members and then we begin our first day easy trek through forest, villages and along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding. 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today also we follow the Dudh Koshi River and cross suspension bridges many times, one of which is the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. On the way we can see the beautiful view of Mt Thamserku (6618m). Passing through the small village of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo we enter in to the Sagarmatha National Park. We cross the last village of Jorsale before Namche and then gradual walk through the forest and bridges until we reach the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi Rivers (Larja Dobhan). After then about 2 hours steep climb we reach at Chautara from where we get the first sight of Mt. Everest. From there another 1.5 hours easy walking bring us to Namche Bazzar, the gate way to Mt. Everest and the main trading center.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After 2 days walking we take a rest in Namche Bazaar to acclimatize the body. It is recommended to stay active during rest day also which helps to acclimatize our body quickly. Walking little high altitude around 100 ft will help to acclimatize properly. Morning we do hike in Thame and later explore Namche Bazzar.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, trek starts ascending up to the airport in Syanboche which is one of the highest airports on planet. From Syangboche we can see beautiful view of Amadablam and jaw dropping view of Mt. Everest. After then around 2 hours gradual ascent bring us to the Khumjung village which is also known as a second home of Hillary. We explore Khumjung village; visit Khumjung Hillary School and the monastery that houses Yeti scalp.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today our trek starts with gradual ascending to Sanasa. Then continuously descend for an hour till we reach Dudh Koshi River. Crossing the bridge over Dudh Koshi River we then climb steep path for about two and half hours through the lush rhododendron forest, which get us to Tengboche. Tengboche is culturally rich and offer one of the best views of Mt. Everest. Mani Rimdu Festival which lasts for 9 days is the great festival of the Sherpa people, is celebrate here in the month of October – November. Another popular festival is Dumje Festival celebrate in the month of April.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the explore day of Tengboche. Tengboche Monastery is the largest and famous monastery in Everest region where Dalai Lama has been visited. The splendid view from here is considered as a best picturesque one in the planet. We enjoy the great view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kwangde, Ama Dablam, Kantega, Thamserku and many more. We explore the village, interact with locals and explore their pristine live culture and tradition. Late afternoon we visit Tengboche Monastery to witness the Lama puja.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast we leave the beautiful Tengboche village and descend down through rhododendron and fir trees to Dudh Koshi River. We cross the first bridge of today trail in Phungi Thanga and then passing through the beautiful village of Sanasa, Kyangiuma as well as enjoying magnificent view of Himalayas on the way we reach at Tenzing Norgye Memorial Stupa. We may get opportunity to encounter mountain goats, snow leopards, colorful pheasants etc. After then passing by main town of Everest Region, the Namche Bazzar we walk steep down to the Larja Bridge which is the confluence point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. From there the gradual walk along Dudh Koshi River will bring us to the exit point from National Park, the Jorsale village. Another few minutes walking down bring us in Monjo Village. Monjo village is quiet and peaceful place to overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is our last day of trek. We follow the same route down to Lukla taking enough time to explore attractions on the way, experience Sherpa culture in beautiful villages and enjoying distance view of Himalayas. Upon arrival in Lukla we have plenty of time to relax and stretch the tired body. Late afternoon we can stroll around the Lukla. Evening we enjoy the last dinner with crew members.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After early breakfast we fly back to Kathmandu memorizing those excited and beautiful days. In Kathmandu you can take a rest throughout the day in hotel or you can explore other attractions of Kathmandu. For the memorizing the Nepal trip you can buy some souvenirs for yourself or for friends and family in Thamel Area. Late evening we celebrate the success of our trip and enjoy dinner together.

Hotel Encounter Nepal

Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast you are free till departure time. If you have more time you can do shopping or sightseeing around Kathmandu. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, a representative from Black Diamond drops you to the airport.

Breakfast