Everest Classic Trekking by Adventure Travellers Club

Tour Itinerary

Facts of the Trek:

Grade: Moderate to Strenuous

Per day walking: 5-6 hours

Best seasons: February, March, April, May, October, November

Maximum height: 5545m

Duration: 28 days

Start: Jiri

Finish: Lukla

Trekking Highlights:

Views of mount Everest

Year round Extensive flora and fauna.

Unique hill cultures to explore.

Monastery in Tengboche

Numerous trekking peaks to climb

Connecting treks to remote areas.

Visit to the Hillary School

Suggested Trekking Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu

On arrival in Kathmandu you are met by our representative who will transport you to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu for the night.

Day 02: Kathmandu City Tour

After having breakfast enjoy a guide sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You will visit many Buddhist and Hindu temples which reflect the local culture and tradition of Nepalese society. In the evening you will return to the Hotel.B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (2100m)

The drive normally takes 7-8 hours covering 188km from Kathmandu. The drive allows you excellent panoramic views of the eastern Himalaya including Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung and Dorje Lakpa. The road descends to Panchkal crossing the SunKosi River and joins the Swiss made road to Jiri. After crossing a pass at 2440m the road makes a long sweep and reaches the village of Charikot at the road junction for Dolkha. The road descends from Charikot passing Tama Kosi valley and climbs above Kabre. Finally the road descends along the top of a ridge to Jiri Bazaar. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Jiri Bazaar.

Day 04: Jiri to Bhandar (2150m)

Walking through deep forests, the trail starts uphill climbing to the ridge at 2370m. Trekking through Mali, a populated Sherpa village cross the bridge to Shivalaya and come to Bhandar where you can see the police check post and two imposing chortens. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Bhandar.

Day 05: Bhandar to Sete (2575m)

From Bhandar descending through deep forests the trail drops into a canyon, passes Baranda and reaches Likhu Khola (1490m). Spend some time watching the grey langur monkeys playing in the lush tree tops. Continue climbing over the ridge that makes up Kenja (1570m) a small inhabited village of Newars and Magars, the ethnic groups of this area. After climbing some hours you reach Chimbu (2140m) and then Sete where you can take some time to explore the small monastery. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Sete.

Day 06: Sete to Junbesi (2675m)

Taking the scenic route the trek heads into the mountain forest with its huge moss -covered rhododendron, magnolia and birch trees. About an hour above Sete the trail reaches to Dagchu (2880m) and continues to climb to Goyom (3300m). The route descend steeply through the field and pasture land to the small settlement of Tragdobuk (2860m) and then it moves on to Junbesi a splendid Sherpa village with beautiful surrounding. Spend the afternoon here exploring the village and the way of life of its inhabitants. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Junbesi.

Day 07: Junbesi to Nuntala (2250m)

The trail crosses the Junbesi khola (river) and heads to Phaphlu, the site of an airstrip and the administrative centre of the Solu Khumbu district. Climbing up the ridge at Khurtang (2980m) you can have your first tantalizing view of Everest as well as Thamaserku and Mera peak. Walking several ups and down, the trail passes the isolated monastery of Trakshindo and reaches Nuntala. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Nuntala.

Day 08: Nuntala to Bupse (2300m)

From Nuntala the trail descends to Dudh Koshi and reaches to Jubling where you can see garlands of marigolds. The trail passes through many Sherpa and magar villages and descends to Khari khola before it makes a steep climb to Bupse. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Bupse.

Day 09: Bupse to Chabblung

From Bupse the trail climbs steadily allowing you early morning views of Khumbilia and Cho Oyu, before it reaches Surke (2290m). The trail passes several small valleys and meanders through a forest before reaching Mushe. Trekking along the wide stone trail through Mushe you reach Chaunnkharka (2650m). To finish the day you make a sharp ascent to chabiung. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Chabblung.

Day 10: Chabblung to Namche Bazaar (3420m)

From Chabblung you climb to reach Namche Bazaar a famous and busy focal point of the Sherpa people in the Everest region. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche Bazaar.

Day 11: Acclimatization day in Namche

After having breakfast take some sightseeing around Namche Bazaar. Then you can hike to the Everest View Hotel, the ideal place to overview some of the outstanding mountains such as Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse etc. You can walk around the Khumjung valley, Hillery School and Khunde Hospital and then return back to Namche. In the centre of Namche you can visit the mountaineering museum and visit the Sagarmata Pollution Control Committee (SPCC). In Namche Bazaar you can spend some time interacting with the fun-loving Sherpa and Rai people. In Namche above the police checkpost you will see Sagarmatha National Park headquarters and if you want to look at the visitor centre it is open from 8am to 4pm except Saturdays and holidays. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche.

Day 12: Namche to Phortse Thanga (3500m)

Climbing the hill to Khumjung, turning north onto the Gokyo route you can reach Mong (Mohang) which is known as the birth place of the Saint Lama Sanga Dorje, the reincarnation lama of Rongbuk Monastery. The trail descends to the Dudh Koshi and finishes for the day at Phortse Thanga. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Phortse Thanga.

Day 13: Phortse Thanga to Dole (4200m)

The trail climbs steeply from Phortse Thanga through the cool, dense rhododendron forest, passing many Kharkas on its way to Tongba (3950m) and Gyele (3960m) and finally Dole. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Dole.

Day 14: Dole to Machhermo (4410m)

The trail climbs through a hole in the huge rock at Lhabarma (4330m) and goes on to Luza (4340m).From Luza the trail continues to climb to Machhermo (4410m). Here after gaining a lot of altitude you are presented with amazing views of the mountains. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Machhermo.

Day 15: Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m)

Further than Machhermo the trails climbs and reaches Pangka (4390m). Beyond Pangka the trail drops and again climbs steeply. From there you can see and be amazed by the massive Ngozmpa Glacier before you finally get to Gokyo. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gokyo.

Day 16: Acclimatization day in Gokyo

After having breakfast you can explore the valley and soak up the views around Gokyo. If you want to observe the best view you have to climb Gokyo RI (5357m) which is also called Kala Pattar but not the Kala Pattar above Gorakshep. From here you have a panoramic view of Cho Oyu (8201m), Gyachung Kang (7922m), Everest, Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (4063m), Cholaste and Tawachee. Please have your camera on hand! Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gokyo.

Day 17: Gokyo to Thangna

From Gokyo the trail descends, looking at the views of the fine mountains and natural beauty, towards Thangna which is consider as the base of Cho -La Pass. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Thangna.

Day 18: Thangna to Dzongla (4830m)

Today the trail descends again and leads you across the moraine, to the glacier which you must cross. From here you can see a beautiful view of the icefall before you reach Dzongla. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Dzongla.

Day 19: Dzongla to Lobuche (4910m)

The trail continues along the moraine from Dzongla affording you splendid views of Kala Pattar and Pumori before you reach Lobuche. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Lobuche.

Day 20: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5160m)

The trail from Lobuche follows a route which is surrounded by mountains. After a gradual climb you will reach Gorak Shep which is also surrounded by mountains. You are now nestled high up amongst some of the tallest peaks in the world. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gorak Shep.

Day 21: Site trip to Kalapattar and Everest Base Camp

Early in the morning hike to Kalapattar (5545m) which is the most exciting part of the trip and take in panoramic views of Mt. Everest, the way of the South Col Khumbu, the icefall and glacier and Pumori as well. Return to Gorek Shep, for Lunch. If you are interested to go to EBC (5400m) your guide will take you along the undulating trail to this much coveted place. From here you can observe the blue ice and the Khumbu icefall. This trekking will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime. Head back to Gorek Shep. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gorek Shep.

Day 22: Gorekshep to Pheriche

Trek back to Periche. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Pheriche.

Day 23: Pheriche to Tengboche

Trek back to Tengboche. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Tengboche.

Day 24: Tengboche to Namche

Trek back to Namche. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche.

Day 25: Namche to Lukla

Trek back to Lukla. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Lukla.

Day 26: Lukla to Kathmandu

Flight back to Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 27: Leisure day in Kathmandu

We allow a Leisure day in Kathmandu incase the flight from Lukla is canceled due to weather. If you are in Kathmandu we will take you on a guided tour to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, one of the oldest cities in the valley. Back to Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 28: Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.