Tour overview
Everest Panorama Trek is one of the finest and most renowned short treks in the Khumbu region of Nepal which not only offers the most beautiful mountain scenery in the Everest region but also provides one of the world’s amazing hiking experiences. This 10-day trek is a comparatively easy and magnificent trek that offers a memorable trekking experience to the Namche Bazaar which is a gateway to Mount Everest and the famous Tengboche monastery. Tengboche Monastery is the largest monastery which is located in the Khumbu region of Nepal and is the homeland of the Sherpa people, who are the conquerors of Mt. Everest peak. This hike along the famed Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal is surrounded by the most fascinating and renowned Himalayan peaks. You will enjoy the panoramic views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Nuptse (7,855 m), Mt. Amadablam (6,812 m), and many more peaks.
The 10-day Everest Panorama Trek starts in the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu. From here, we embark on a flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport which is also known as Lukla Airport. The short trekking journey starts from a beautiful Lukla village along the Dudh Koshi River trail, climbing steeply into remarkable forests and heading into peaceful Sherpa towns of Namche, Phakding, and Tengboche. Namche village is a central trading hub of the Everest region surrounded by mountains from where you can witness close-up views of Mt. Khumbila to the back, Mt. Kongde Ri in front, and Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Kusum Khangkuru, and Mt. Kangtega toward the east side. Furthermore, trekking on the side of the cliff through small settlement areas and dense forests, you arrive at Tengboche town. This town houses the Tengboche monastery which is the oldest and the largest monastery in the Khumbu region. The trek that includes local Sherpas adds an amazing experience to getting acquainted with their culture and faith. On the way, you get to see stunning views of the Himalayan Mountains like Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and numerous others from high trails.
The viability of the Everest Panorama Trek has made it an extremely well-known and adventurous journey for trekkers with limited options on their hands to explore the wonder of the remarkable Himalayas. The path offers a perfect balance of comfortable walking and challenges, making the path ideal for people of almost all ages with average fitness. You in all actuality do have to have past traveling experience to go on Everest View Trek.
Itinerary | |
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Day 01: | Arrival in Kathmandu |
Day 02: | Fly Lukla – Altitude: 2,840 m/ 9,372 ft and Monjo – Altitude: 2,800 m | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD |
Day 03: | Namche – Altitude: 3440 m/ 11,283 ft | Trek: 2/3 hrs. | Meal: BLD |
Day 04: | Khumjung – Altitude: 3,790 m | Acclimatization day | Trek: 1/1.5 hrs. | Meal: BLD |
Day 05: | Tengboche – Altitude: 3,867 m/ 12,684 ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
Day 06: | Phakding – Altitude: 2,610 m | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
Day 07: | Lukla – Altitude: 2,800 m | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD |
Day 08: | Fly to Kathmandu | Flight: 30 minutes | Meal: B |
Day 09: | Kathmandu valley sightseeing | Meal: B |
Day 10: | Departure | Meal: B |
Included
- Ground Transportation: Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private vehicle.
- Accommodation during Trek: 6 Nights'basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms. [Few nights in an attached bathroom in available places]
- Accommodation during Trek: 6 Nights'basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms. [Few nights in an attached bathroom in available places]
- Meals: 3 Meals per day during the trek (BLD: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. Each meal consist of one course of the meal)
- Guide: Nepal Government licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
- Porter: The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Permit: Everest National Park permits and Khumbu permit for trekking.
- Domestic Airfare: Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.
- Souvenir: Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps
- Equipment: Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek (upon request)
- Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
- Exclusive medical kit bag carried by trekking guide
- All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
- Official expenses
Not Included
- Nepal arrival visa
- Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bbar bills showers etc.
- Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc.
- Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
- Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
- Any other extended trips and accommodation.
- Tips of ga guides, porters and driver as a token of appreciation.
- Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
On the first day focusing on your arrival time, our representatives will be awaiting you at Tribhuwan International Airport for a heartily welcome carrying lovely greetings on their hands. After a warm welcome, you will be further transferred to a fine tourist standard hotel. This day, we plan for a meeting to introduce trekking members and further discuss the trip.
Day 02: Fly Lukla - Altitude: 2,840 m/ 9,372 ft and Monjo - Altitude: 2,800 m | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD
On the second day, we will be transferred towards Tribhuwan International Airport by our private vehicle to catch an early morning (30 to 35 minutes) scenic flight towards Lukla (Gateway of Everest region). After steeping at Tenzing Hillary Airport on Lukla, we meet with our crew members and start quick arrangements to develop our trek forward. Walking through the downhill and flat trails for certain hours offers Phakding along crossing some suspension bridges and mini settlements, we reach the gateway of Sagarmatha National Park, Monjo to spend overnight.
Day 03: Namche - Altitude: 3440 m/ 11,283 ft | Trek: 2/3 hrs. | Meal: BLD
On the third day, leaving Monjo trail heads through Sagarmatha National Park where our official permit checkpoint arrives. After considering all the formulations and requirements, we drop down the hill and cross over a few suspension bridges along continue the journey uphill to reach Namche Bazaar. After steeping Namche bazaar first sight of Mount Everest holding other stunning peaks and the beautiful large town of Sherpa’s are offered. This night will be spent at a luxury lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 04: Khumjung - Altitude: 3,790 m | Acclimatization day | Trek: 1/1.5 hrs. | Meal: BLD
The fourth day is separated for acclimatization day. As we are already height above 3,000 m so before adding additional height, we focus on proper acclimatization. We plan for hiking throughout old Sherpa village on Thame or visit Khumjung, Khongde, or Kunde. Namche bazaar also offers several options to visit museums and monasteries or relax on the internet offering cafes and restaurants in leisure time. This night will be spent at a lodge in Khumjung.
Day 05: Tengboche - Altitude: 3,867 m/ 12,684 ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
On the fifth day after enjoying light breakfast, we walk through the glacial water of Dudh Koshi River observing spectacular giant views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Amadablam to reach Sanasa (Junction to Gokyo valley and Everest base camp). Developing steep ascent takes us to the destination of the day, Tengboche. We explore Tengboche Monastery (oldest Khumbu region monastery) in the remaining hours and spend the night at a lodge in Tengboche.
Day 06: Phakding - Altitude: 2,610 m | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
On the sixth day, we attend the morning ceremony at the Tengboche monastery before heading down towards the Dudh Koshi River. We also cross several bridges and passes before reaching Kyangjuma and an easy walk will take us towards Namche bazaar along passing the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers with Sagarmatha National Park offers Manjo. As before, after completing some formalities at the check post, we walk ahead until Phakding is steeped overnight to stay.
Day 07: Lukla - Altitude: 2,800 m | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Seventh-day after having breakfast, we trigger our trek forward through flat trails enjoying a walk on plain lands along crossing Rhododendron and pine forests, mini Sherpa settlements, Praying stones, and flattering praying flags to reach Lukla. We spend evening hours enjoying ourselves with crew members in fine hotels along this is the last night that you stay in the Himalayas. The night will be spent at Lodge in Lukla.
Day 08: Fly to Kathmandu | Flight: 30 minutes | Meal: B
On the eighth day after having a quick breakfast, we will catch our morning panoramic flight spitting Lukla towards Kathmandu. The guide will be there to handle all flight schedules and formalities along with porters for our bags and luggage. After a 30 to 35 minutes flight over the snowy Himalayas, we land in Kathmandu and our private vehicle picks you up along transfers to a fine hotel. You can enjoy and relax in a fine restaurant or cafe in Kathmandu in your Leisure time and spent the night at Lodge.
Day 09: Kathmandu valley sightseeing | Meal: B
After finishing our morning hot breakfast, we move our step forward for sightseeing the famous Pashupatinath Temple, Swyambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa which are occupying its space on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Day 10: Departure | Meal: B
On the tenth day, on the last day of your trip after attending morning breakfast, you can go shopping or for market visiting to buy some gifts for your loving ones. We will be there to help with your flight bookings and arrangements. Our private vehicle shifts you to the airport highlighting your flight time and a representative will be there to wish for your safe journey and successful steps ahead.