This trek begins with 35 minutes “breathtaking” flight to Lukla at 2800 meters. The classic Everest Base Camp trail passes through the picturesque Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar to Gorakshep culminating in the “vantage point” of Kalapattar at5500m. From where the classic views of Everest and its surrounding peaks are outstanding. Most of the trek is spent above altitudes of 3000m in the Khumbu and Imja valleys whose skylines are dominated by the massive peaks of the Eastern Himalayas.

Although this trek is a short trek, by Nepal standards, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the culture of the Sherpas, visit ancient monasteries and learn how Lamaistic Buddhism influences Sherpa Life. Stop at any of the numerous tea houses sip a glass of sweetened tea or Chang (millet beer) and get a test of hospitality unique to the Sherpas Beautiful, multi-hued prayer flags, prayer wheels and intricately – carved mani stones lien very hilltop, rock wall and trail side singing prayers to the gods with every breeze and very passing traveler.

The mountains can be seen from Kalapattar (5545 m.) are Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse. Changatse in Tibet is also visible from the summit. We also get a good panoramic view of Amadablam, Tawoche and Kusum Kanguru, completely in a different angel.

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Receive and transfer to hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2: AM: Kathmandu City Tour. PM: Trek briefing followed by welcome dinner at a Typical Nepalese Restaurant with culture dance show.
Overnight at hotel. [B]
Day 3: Fly Kathmandu – Lukla - trek to Phakding.
Overnights at lodge during the whole trek. [BLD]
Day 4: Trek Phakding - Namche. [BLD]
Day 5: Rest day in Namche for acclimatization. A day side trip may be made to nearby Sherpa villages. [BLD]
Day 6: Trek Namche - Tyangboche. [BLD]
Day 7: Trek Tyangboche - Pheriche. [BLD]
Day 8: Trek Pheriche - Lobuche. [BLD]
Day 9: Excursion to Kalapattar (5545 m.) – back to Gorakshep. [BLD]
Day 10: Excursion Everest Base Camp – back to Lobuche. [BLD]
Day 11: Trek back Lobuche – Tyangboche. [BLD]
Day 12: Trek back Tyangboche - Namche. [BLD]
Day 13: Trek back Namche - Lukla. [BLD]
Day 14: Fly back Lukla – Kathmandu.
Overnight at hotel. [B]
Day 15/16: Free days. This days are spare days for flight delay/cancellation from Lukla. These days can be used for optional sightseeing/shopping in Kathmandu.
Overnights at hotel. [B]
Day 17: Depart Kathamndu.
Transfer to airport for final departure. [B]