Day by day itinerary
Day 01: Fly to Lukla trek to Phagding 2640m 3.30 hours.
Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3440m 5.30 hours.
Day 03: Acclimatization rest in Namche.
Day 04: Trek to Tengboche 3867m 5 hours.
Day 05: Trek to Dingboche 4410m 5 hours.
Day 06: Trek to Lobuche 4910m, 5 hours
Day 07: Trek to EBC and overnight in Gorep-shep 5170m, 7/8 hours.
Day 08: Trek to Chhukung 4730m 3 hours.
Day 09: Full day Ice climbing.
Day 10: Trek to Pangboche 4100 m 5 hours.
Day 11: Trek to Namche 3440m 6 hours.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla 2840m 6 hours.
Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu, sightseeing
Note: it is possible to do Everest base camp combine with ice climbing with 2 days more. The itinerary can be customizing as your schedule and interest.
Cost and payment details
The cost is depending on group size, affected due to the requirement of number of guides and porters, requisite of Hotel in Kathmandu, method of land/air transport. The itinerary is changeable and modifiable as per needs and time frame of trekkers. Cost will be re calculated if the itinerary is changed or modified. Additional activities may be added as per trekkers request with appropriate additional cost. For Total Tour cost, EMAIL US, we will send you within 24 hours as your requirements.
Cost Including:
- All land transportation by Tourist Coach, (Airport /Hotel/Airport & Trekking pick up & drop).
- Major Meals; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner by Tea house/Hotel menu.
- Accommodation during the trekking as best available Tea house / Lodge / Hotel.
- Climbing guide and equipment.
- Trekkers’ Information Management System, “TIMS” (Trekking permit).
- Everest National Park permits, fees.
- Climbing Equipment such as ropes, Harness, Crampons, Carabiners etc.
- Monasteries and Temple entrance fees during the trekking.
- Professional equipped English speaking Trekking Guide.
- Two clients one Porter plus five clients one supporting Sherpa.
- Trekking insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
- Trekking Equipment for support crews.
- Trekking Equipment such as Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket and trekking Polls (if needed as clients request).
- Medical Kit Box.
Cost excludes:
- Personal natural expensive except above programs
- Travel/Accident/Medical /emergency evacuation Insurance
- Meals during your stay in Kathmandu
- Entrance fees in Temple or Durbar Square in Kathmandu
- Personal trekking gears
- Hot and cold drinks
- Tips for support crew’s after the trip
Notes: Payment should be made 25 % of total amount in advance. Full amount must be paid before your trip starts.
Cancellation should be made 48 hours before departure and 25% cancellation charge is applicable beside Tax, transportation, permits and others fixed expensive.
In case of incomplete Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others days due to the client own problem, the amount of money paid not refundable.
If clients want to go Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others tours more than itinerary, they can pay after back from tour with per day basic but should be permission with Tour guide / Leader.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Fly to Lukla trek to Phakding 2640m 3.30 hours.
Early morning, (40 minutes) flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m). Meet our trekking crews’. After finishing breakfast, to proceed from Lukla to Khumbu valley, head north, past a Chorten with praying wheels and join the main tails at Choplung (2696m) in less than one hour. They proceed head north crossing the Thado Khola (2554m) with the awesome trekking peak Kusum Khanguru (6483m). To reach Phakding (2640m), 1.30 hours from Choplung or almost 3.30 hours from Lukla. Overnight in a Hotel in Phakding.
Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3440 m 5.30 hours.
To cross the west bank (right) of the Dudh koshi river, continue through blue pine and rhododendron forests, pass a settlement of metalworker (Tok Tok), village of Banker (2905m) with a small lodge, see the view of Mt. Thamserku (6856m) 1 hr. In the short while cross to the east (left) bank and climb up through Chumowa, cross the Khansar Khola to reach Monzo (2835m). Enter Sagarmatha national park here, 45 minutes from Banker. Descend in a cleft to the west (right) bank of Dudh Kosi on a suspension bridge to reach Jorsule (2774m) 30 minutes. Today we have early lunch at 11 O’clock. This is the last village before Namche. After lunch proceed to cross Dudh Kosi (Bhote Kosi) again to the left side & again to cross the main Dudh Kosi, climb up till to Namche Bazaar (3440m), proceed in pine forest. We can see the first view of Mt. Everest between Lhotse & Nuptse on the way to Namche. It takes 2 and half hours from Jorsule.
Day 03: Acclimatization rest in Namche.
Today is a rest day, however, we should do some activities such as to climb Syangboche airport, visit Sherpa home in khumjung/Khunde or view from Everest view point Hotel 2hr. Namche bazaar has many officials or offices, including army base camp and bank. Namche used to be a trading center, where grain from the south was exchanged for salt from Tibet, and it remains now a trading center. Every Saturday is market day. It is the headquarters of Sagarmatha National park & Sagarmatha pollution controlled project. Here is Sherpa Museum & monasteries too. Overnight Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Trek to Tengboche 3867m 5 hours.
Today, we start our trek at 7.30 AM over the Dudh Kosi River and see Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and Amadablam view. One and half an hour walks slowly, going up to reach Kyanjugma – Sarnaso. There are two ways we follow, left steeply down to Phortse Tenga. Cross the Dhus Kosi Bridge, we have lunch there because before Tyangboche there wasn't any sport for lunch. After lunch, we climbed up all the way to Tengboche 3768m 2 hours. Tengboche is very famous for its view and the Monastery. Every day, 6.30 AM and 3.30 Pm is the Puja (praying time). We will join the Puja to succeed in our trip. Overnight Lodge
Day 05: Trek to Dingboche 4410m 5 hours.
Today, we start early, around 7 to 8 o’clock. Half an hour down to Debuche, where there is a monastery and small settlements inside the alpine forest. After a 45 minutes walk to cross the bridge, continue climbing to reach lower Pangboche. We are not planning to visit pangboche village because we plan to go directly to Dingboche. If you are so interested we can short visit as well, you can talk with your guide. Have lunch in Somare and gradually walk up. There are two ways, one heading to Pheriche and the other is Dingboche. Right hand side direction is our way to Dingboche takes us 1.30 hour to our hotel. After our arrival, have a short drink with rest and climb 200 meters over the Nagarjun hill because everyday we “ascent high and sleep in low”. Overnight guest house.
Day 06: Trek to Lobuche - 4–5 hours trekking.
After breakfast, we started trekking and climbed the hill. Over the hill with a beautiful view of Tawache, Cholatse, Amadablam, Makalu, Island peak. Trek continues to Dukla 4680m, may we have lunch and climb to Dukla/Dhukla pass 4800m where many memorial monuments who died in Everest summit. It takes 5 hours to Lobuche 4910m, Overnight lodge.
Day 07: Gorap-shep - EBC - 5/6 hours Trekking to EBC.
Early in the morning leaving Lobuche, after lunch in Gorak-shep within 3 hours we will head up to Everest Base camp (5365 meters), and return to Gorak-shep at elevation of 5180 meters at noon for overnight stay. We walk over the moving stone with jump so it is hard, be careful to walk overnight at the Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner with hot drinks.
Day 08: Chhukum – 2 hours Kalapattar climb and 5/7 hours trekking.
After reaching Base camp of Everest, our aim today is to trek Kalapattar (5545 meters). We start early morning before sunrise to reach the viewpoint that offers some of the best views of Mount Everest as well as other panoramas of the surrounding mountains. Kalapattar means “Black rock”, the most excellent view point in the world. Returning to the Hotel, after a late breakfast, I descend to Dingboche 5 hours and gradually climb to Chhukum (4730m) 3.30 hours. We have lunch in Dingboche then climb to Chhukum 3 hours. Overnight Lodge.
Day 09: Full day Ice climbing.
After breakfast, we will take you to near Ama Dablam north face base camp 2 hours walk. After your arrival, our guide briefing and fix the rope. We will teach you till evening. We will bring packed lunch today. Overnight Chhukum.
Day 10: Trek to Pangboche 4100m 5 hours.
Today the way is returning to Dingboche and walking down to Pangboche village. We stop for lunch in Somare and follow the upper path. Explore the old monastery and Yati in Pangboche Monastery and half hour trek to lower Pongoche 4100m. Overnight in Lower Pangboche
Day 11: Trek to Namche 3440m 6 hours.
Today we start at 7/8 o’clock all the way down to Namche Bazar for 6 hours. We will stop for lunch in Phortse Tenga after lunch steeply climb to reach Somare and continue the walk to Namche Bazar. Overnight in Namche
Day 12: Trek to Lukla 2840m 6 hours.
Finally, we return to Lukla where the trek began, which seems like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Overnight at Guest house with cold & hot drinks.
Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu, sightseeing.
Early morning fly to Kathmandu, we will take breakfast in Lukla, transfer to a hotel in Kathmandu, sightseeing in Kathmandu or your own activities. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Note: it is possible to do Everest base camp combined with ice climbing with 2 days more. The itinerary can be customized as your schedule and interest.
Useful information related to this trip.
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What is the weather in Nepal for the tour?
What is the weather in Nepal for the tour?
Nepal has four seasons such as autumn (Sep. Nov. and Oct.), winter (Dec. Jan. and Feb.), spring (March, April and May) and monsoon (June, July, and Aug.). During autumn, the nights are cold in the mountains, but the bright sun makes for pleasant daytime temperatures. During winter tour in middle hills is the best on this time. Heavy snowfalls do especially during the January, February and March in mountain areas. Spring season bring warmer weather but more frequent storms and considerable snowfall at higher altitude. Birds and flowers, especially rhododendrons, are seen at the lower altitudes. Toward the end of March, haze-caused by dust from the plains of India and smoke from local fires often obscure distant views. In addition, it becomes much warmer in the region below 3000 ft. Tour in Monsoon (June to Aug.) can be undertaken. Rain, mist and fog can be expected almost daily, but clouds part occasionally to give spectacular views of the mountains. Umbrella or raincoat is compulsory. The floras are usually at their most colourful.
Best time for tour in Nepal is autumn (September, October-November) and spring (March, April and May) but whole year is possible short tour around Nepal. You need to be prepared for sudden weather changes while touring. That's why tour equipment should be chosen carefully before the trip as season. "Asian Hiking Team" pays big attention to weather forecast.
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What kind of Accommodation during the tour?
What kind of Accommodation during the tour?
Nepal has a huge range of accommodation facilities that range from international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges. Most hotels offer a choice, bed and breakfast and one other meal or room and full board. It would be a good idea to tell us well in advance as your budget and book hotels as per need. Such small hostelries are favoured by budget tourists and FITs also possible for tour.
Kathmandu offers a wide range of accommodation from high all the way to hostel style dorm rooms. High range; Swimming pool, 24 hour generators, 24 hour hot water, cable television, valet, room service, Wi-Fi, restaurant. Mid-range: back-up generator, 24 hour hot water, cable television, Wi-Fi, restaurant, tour desk, airport pick up. Budget range: back-up battery/generator, solar power water, cable television, shared Wi-Fi, restaurant, tour desk, airport pickup. Basic range: solar power water heater, cable television, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, tour desk, airport pickup.
Chitwan offers a wide range of accommodation from high resort to budget hotel or lodge. High resort have all the facilities as 4/5-star hotel such as swimming pool, 24 hour generators, 24 hour hot water, cable television, valet, room service, Wi-Fi, restaurant etc. budge range resort /hotel have back-up battery/generator, solar power water, cable television, shared Wi-Fi, restaurant, AC room etc.
Lumbini and Pokhara offers accommodation from high range all the way to home style. High range; Swimming pool, 24 hour generators, 24 hour hot water, cable television, valet, room service, Wi-Fi, restaurant. Mid-range: back-up generator, 24 hour hot water, cable television, Wi-Fi, restaurant, tour desk, airport pick up. Budget range: back-up battery/generator, solar power water, cable television, shared Wi-Fi, restaurant, tour desk, airport pickup. Home stay: solar power water heater, cable television, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, eating and sleeping with host family. Tour in others part of Nepal such as Bandipur, Nagarkot, Dhudikhel, Gorkha, Daman, Muktinath, Palpa, Ilam, Janakpur, Kodawari, are budget to 3/4-star facilities.
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Where do we eat our meals during tour?
Where do we eat our meals during tour?
During a tour you will have breakfast in the same hotel, lunch and dinner will be eaten at one of the tour side restaurants except Chitwan safari tour all meals eaten in some resort or hotel. All Hotels/restaurant of our tour routes have the variety of different food items, such as rice, vegetables, noodles, potatoes and soup, and have western food on menu. Every Hotel serves the traditional Nepali meal Dal Bhat Tarkari (rice, curry and lentil soup). All of them have soft and branded hard drinks, snacks; wine and beer are available. Food safety is always a big concern, and we take it very seriously. That is why we have chosen the cleanest and most hygienically kept Hotel for our routes.
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What kind of equipment need during tour?
What kind of equipment need during tour?
- Normal boots
- 2/3 pair of socks
- Hiking pants
- Few T-shirt /short
- Fleece Sweater (if tour in Winter season)
- Wind stopper jacket (if tour in spring)
- Sun Hat (protect from sun)
- Vest /Beanie
- Gloves/mitts (if tour in winter season)
- Thermals: Top, pants, gloves, socks, balaclava (if tour in winter)
- Backpack with cover
- Head torch
- Spare batteries & globes (it is possible to buy here too)
- Sunglasses
- Sun block
- Toothpaste & toothbrush
- Raincoat or Umbrella (if tour in Monsoon)
- Camera & accessories
- Pencilled, notebooks, reading books
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What sort of experience does a Tour Guide have?
What sort of experience does a Tour Guide have?
Leader / Tour Guides have many years of touring experience all over cultural and historical places in Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. Most of them have been spending years exploring the country. Our tour guides have certificate from Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM). All our guides speak fluent English and happy to share their deep knowledge of the culture, geography, botanical, festivals, lifestyle of Nepalese with you. We also have different language specking guides as clients’ require. We believe in and follow the idea that it's not enough to take visitors to special places or special cultures, we need to provide guides who can get people to feel involved in what they are experiencing, explain it thoroughly and keep them entertained. They know very well how to facilitate running smooth and safe trip, appreciating the beauty of her people and her culture.
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What kind of Transport use?
What kind of Transport use?
Our transportation department provides A/c and non-A/c large, mini coaches, Jeeps, Cars for groups and individual requirements. The chauffeurs and accompanying guides are polite, well-behaved, highly experienced and trained. Everyone is well versed with the local areas and communicate in English and other foreign languages.
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What happens in case of emergency?
What happens in case of emergency?
"Asian Hiking Team" company is prepared for any emergency situation and knows how to handle it. Our tour guides are trained in first aid and can deal with most of the basic ailments that occur during a trek and directly connection in main office, in Kathmandu each day. Every client should have his own insurance before coming to Nepal in case of emergency. Our all tour guide has insurance in case of emergency. Major part of the touring area has hospital facilities so if in case of emergency doctor on call.
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How we communication in case of emergency?
How we communication in case of emergency?
Land-line and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. The network covers Kathmandu, major cities and towns and most of Nepal, except some rural Himalayan places. Nepal Telecommunications Corporation is the national service supplier. There are also private service suppliers such as Hotels and private communication centres also provide long distance telephone, internet and fax facilities.
For calling from outside, the country code for Nepal is “977” and the area code for Kathmandu is “1”. To call Nepal from other countries: 00 + country code (977) + city code + telephone number. Example to call us: 00-977-1-4420858. Call from Nepal city code and telephone number, example to call us; 01-4420858.
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What type of service you can provide?
What type of service you can provide?
Our services are intended to offer quality and value for money, together with a rich, varied and a rewarding experience. We have built our reputation as the best travel agent in the country for the best service provider. Our prices of all the tours are highly competitive and unmatched with any other local tour operators. We operate tour with two different kinds; Full organizes service - you want to be free from all concerns to enjoy this experience to the fullest. Guide and accommodation only - you prefer to eat lunch and dinner yourself but want to benefit from the tour guide's experience & knowledge, accommodation and transportation.
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How can I book a trip?
How can I book a trip?
All bookings are made with Asian Hiking Team Pvt. Ltd. based at Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal. Trip is reference to as Company in booking conditions. To book your holiday, you need to send us a completed booking (inquiry) form or directly email us with details. For more information, click here ».
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