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Overview

Location:
Everest
Trip Type:
trekking
Maximum Altitude:
5643 m / 18513 ft (Kala Patthar)
Duration:
17 Day(s)
Group Size:
1-12
Arrival On:
Kathmandu Nepal
Departure From:
Kathmandu Nepal

Overview

    Everest base camp trek via Chola pass and Gokyo Valley is an ambitious trek that leads in the sights of the Khumbu region. The Gokyo Valley’s series of stunning turquoise lakes, as well as the famously thrilling Cho La Pass, are also well-known. Throughout the trek, you will behold the mighty Himalayan mountains, beautiful scenery, idyllic settlements, ancient monasteries, and vibrant festivals of the famed Sherpas.

    Leaving Kathmandu, we take the spectacular flight to Lukla, where we meet our trekking crew and begin our trek to Phakding. The next day as we resume our journey, we pass by tiny hillside settlements clustered under massive glaciers. You’ll trek via the iconic Khumbu region of Nepal, which boasts spectacular scenery. At the world’s most endurance event, this is where ancient civilization meets unsurpassed natural splendor to cultivate an aura of true glory. Finally, we enter the gateway of Everest, Namche Bazar. After that, we’ll visit Namche Bazar and hike to the Everest View Hotel for panoramic views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding mountains.

    Before returning to Namche Bazar, we’ll stop by the Hillary School, Hillary Hospital, and Khumjung village. After two days at Namche Bazar, we trek to Dole and then Machhermo. From here, trek uphills passing through the narrow valley to the widening valley pass Dudh Kosi riverbank, then climb Ngozumpa Glacier. On the way, we will pass First Gokyo Lake along with the amazing pastoral landscapes of shepherds. Then finally at Gokyo, a small beautiful village on the shore of the Third Gokyo Lake.

    The next day, we hike Gokyo Ri for a remarkable view of Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Makalu. Then retrace back to Thagnak and Lobuche passing Chola Pass. The trail will fill with icy and slippery boulders with a steep climb. Besides these difficulties, colorful prayer flags at the top of Cho La Pass will give us some peace of mind. Then we trek to Gorak Shep and hike Everest Base Camp for a few hours and witness the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

    The following day, we leave early for Kalapathar in order to arrive at the viewpoint before sunrise and enjoy the spectacular sunrise view from Mt. Everest. After experiencing the glorious sunrise for several hours, we retrace our steps back to Pheriche and then Namche. We fly back to Kathmandu via the scenic Lukla flight after saying our goodbyes to the trekking team.

    On your next vacation, join the Everest base camp trek via Chola pass and Gokyo valley for 16 days. For reservations and more details, please contact us right away. Feel free to tailor the trip to your preferences and time constraints.

     


Highlights

    • Flying into Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla, one of the high-altitude airports, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
    • Passes by Chola and Gokyo Ri pass
    • The beauty of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefall will leave you speechless.
    • View the sunset over Everest from Kalapatthar, also known as the Everest Viewpoint.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Kathmandu (1,400m)

Once you reach Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), the Himalayan Marvel Adventure delegate will receive you from there then check-in in the hotel.  

Day 2 Trek preparation and Kathmandu sightseeing

Early in the morning, we will sit together for a meeting with the tour guide and our staff then we will give a brief discussion about our itineraries, accommodation, transportation, services that we include, and exclude, and we provide a cap, T-shirt, and bag with our company logo

After the meeting, you can go to Kathmandu sightseeing with our city tour guide. Our city tour guide will take you to many famous places in Kathmandu valley like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Budhanilkantha, Bouddha, Pashupati Bhaktapur, Swoyambhu, Asan -market, and many more according to the time we have.

Day 3 Fly to Lukla(2,840m) and Trek to Phakding,

Today we started early and took a morning scenic and exciting flight to Lukla. Once we reach Lukla, we will have breakfast then start the trek from Lukla to Phakding. Ascending towards Phakding will take 4 hrs to reach so we will reach there before noon. Once we reach there we will take a rest for some time then have lunch then explore around Phakding village.

Day 4 Trek to Namche (3440m)

After the exciting flight to Lukla, today is one of the important days for this trek. Today we trek to Namche Bazar, which is one of the attraction factors of this trek, and Namche is the “Gate to the Everest”. From Phakding, it takes 6-7 hrs to reach Namche Bazar so we start our trek after breakfast. 

After a 6-7 hrs trek, we finally reach Namche Bazar, where you can get any kind of facility. Then, we check-in in to the hotel and rest. Somewhere in the middle of the trek, we have lunch so we take a rest and explore around Bazar in the evening. 

Day 5 Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar

On this acclimatization day at Namche Bazar, we will first explore around the Bazar of Namche and buy necessary items then we hike to the Everest View Hotel from where we will get the pictorial views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding mountain. After that, we will explore the Hillary School, Hillary Hospital, Khumjung village, and come back to the Namche Bazar. 

We will have a brief meeting including porters, guide, and have delicious dinner then take a rest.

Day 6 Trek to Dole(4,038m)

Leaving Namche behind, we walk through the scenic beautiful trail perching on a rocky mountain above Dudh Koshi to Kyanjuma village.  We will have incredible views of Thamserku, Kongde, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Mt. Everest along the trail to Kyanjuma. We will take a short break there and resume our trek where we will find two ways; one towards Everest Base Camp and another towards Gokyo Lake.

The trail ascends towards Mong La pass and then descends into Khumbila, then again descends to Dudh Kosi river and Phortse Thenga. The trail passes under Rhododendron, juniper, coniferous trees along with grazelands of Yaks meets Dole.

Day 7 Trek to Machhermo (4,470m)

Today is a short trek, but we will get a vast range of landscape views, wild mountain flowers on the way with a cool breeze. Besides the aspects, we will gradually walk uphill to reach today’s destination, Machhermo.

Day 8 Trek to Gokyo (4,790m)

After leaving Machhermo, mostly the trail is uphills passing through the narrow valley to the widening valley. Passing through the  Dudh Kosi riverbank, the path becomes steeper while climbing Ngozumpa Glacier. On the way, we will pass First Gokyo Lake along with the amazing pastoral landscapes of shepherds. Then finally at Gokyo, a small beautiful village on the shore of the Third Gokyo Lake. 

Day 9 Hike to Gokyo Ri and Trek to Thagnak

Early morning we will hike up to Gokyo Ri, which will take around 4 hrs. Once we reach the top of Gokyo Ri, a remarkable view will greet us.  We will have closed and fantastic views of Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Makalu. After spending some time there, we will retrace back to Gokyo and have our breakfast. Then trek to Thagnak, a beautiful place that stands in the eastern part of Gokyo. 

Day 10 Cross Chola Pass and Trek to Lobuche(4,910m)

Today is the most intricate day of the whole journey, where we have to pass through Cho La Pass. The trail filled with icy and slippery boulders and then a steep climb up to Cho La Pass.

Besides these difficulties, colorful prayer flags at the top of Cho La Pass will give us some peace of mind. Then we will descend to Dzongla, a beautiful village in Khumbu. From here, the trail is easy, where we descend via the artistic vistas towards Lobuche.

Day 11 Trek to Gorak Shep(5,140m) and Hike EBC (5,364m)

One of the most important days, is the day to step on the base camp of Everest. On this day, we first trek to Gorak Shep, put our luggage in the lodge, and then start to hike towards Everest Base Camp.  Once we reach the camp, we explore around and witness the beauty of the surrounding mountains. After spending some hours there we retrace back to Gorak Shep and take a rest.

Day 12 Hike to Kala Patthar(5,550m) and Trek to Pheriche(4,240m)

Today we trek to Kalapathar for a pictorial sunrise view from Mt. Everest, so we start early in the morning so that we reach the viewpoint before sunrise and we can enjoy the stunning sunrise. After spending some hours witnessing the glorious sunrise view, we retrace back to Pheriche. Take some rest then you can explore around and take part in local activities. 

Day 13 Trek to Namche(3,440m)

After breakfast at Pheriche, we retrace back to Namche Bazar. Once we reach, first we will take a rest for some hours then explore the Bazar. In the Bazar, you can see hospitals, banks, restaurants, barbershops, telephones, and many more. 

Day 14 Trek to Lukla(2,840m)

Early in the morning after breakfast, we trek back to Lukla passing Phakding village and others. Once we reach  Lukla, we take a rest and explore around Lukla.

In the Bazar, you can see hospitals, banks, restaurants, barbershops, telephones, and many more. 

Day 15 Fly to Kathmandu (50 mins)

Breakfast in the morning and say goodbye to the trekking crew and fly back to Kathmandu with the trekking guide. Once you reach, you will be driven to the hotel and take a rest. After that, you can go anywhere as your wish but if you want a guide then we can arrange a city guide for you. You can also go shopping and explore the valley. 

In the evening, we will throw a  farewell dinner for you including the crew and guide. We will exchange our trip experience and have a delicious meal. 

Day 16 Departure Day

Himalayan Marvel Adventure delegate will drop you at the airport before 3 hrs and return to the respective places. Or you can choose the next program for the next adventurous journey.

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Price Includes

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle.
  • Experienced and Licensed English Speaking Guide we provide one assistant guide for more than five trekkers.
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by a private tourist vehicle.
  • Standard Hotel (3*) accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with Breakfast.
  • All standard 3 meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and vice versa
  • Tea house accommodation on the trek, with twin-sharing basics.
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. We assign one porter for every two guests.
  • TIMS permit
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Free Himalayan Marvel t-shirt, Duffle Bag, and sun hat.

Price Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Travel insurance.
  • International airfare and airport departure tax.
  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • Personal drinks and bar bills.
  • Personal trekking and climbing equipment.
  • Tips for trekking staff and drivers. (Tipping is Expected)
  • Battery charge and Hot shower expenses (only in some places).
  • Other expenses are not mentioned in the ‘Price Includes’ section.

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