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Print the Whole Itinerary Roundtrips Itinerary Everest Base Camp Trek Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is one of the most challenging mountain treks of the world. Located in Khumbu region of Nepal, this trek has been a very popular destination for trekkers and tourists ever since the very first expedition to the Nepalese side of Mt. Everest in 1953. It is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks accompanied by the loyalty and friendliness of its inhabitants (the Sherpa’s).The main attraction of the trek is Mt. Everest (8,848m), which is the highest peak of the planet. Mt. Everest is popularly known as chomolangma in Tibet and Sagarmatha in Nepal. In addition to Mt. Everest, Everest region (Khumbu) also houses four of the world’s highest peaks namely Mt. Makalu (8,463m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8153m), Mt. Lhotse (8,501m) and Mt. Lhotse Shar (8,393m).EBC trek passes through superb forests of rhododendron, glaciers, rivers, waterfalls, hills, lakes, mountains, flora and fauna, and Sherpa villages where trekkers can observe and explore cultures and traditions of the Sherpas. Scenic flight to and from Lukla. Visit Tengboche Monastery. Remarkable views of the Khumbu Icefall. Hike up to Kala Patthar & Nangkartshang Peak Day - 1 Kathmandu ARRIVE KATHMANDU Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our Blue Bird Travel representative and driver will meet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport and escort you to your designated hotel. The representative will help you to check into your hotel. In the hotel, you will be briefed about your daily activities during the trek. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Day - 2 Kathmandu SIGHTSEEING IN KATHMANDU Kathmandu valley is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The valley offers you a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence. In the morning, after breakfast, you will be guided to visit renowned and one of the largest Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, Bouddha Stupa and Swoyambhunath. After lunch, you will be visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. Day - 3 Phakding FLIGHT TO LUKLA AND TREK TO PHAKDING In the early morning, after breakfast, you will board a flight to Lukla and a landing on a steep mountain runway brings you to the start of your trek at the village of Lukla (2850m). Even during the entire flight, you can enjoy panoramic sights of great Himalayas of Nepal including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Makalu (8,463m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8153m), Mt. Lhotse (8,501m), Mt. Lhotse Shar (8,393m),Kanchenjunga, Gaurishankar, Ganesh, Langtang etc. From Lukla, you will head up the Dudh Koshi Valley on a well-marked trail. Day - 4 Namche TREK TO NAMCHE Leaving Phakding, you will be crossing the river twice through high suspension bridges and arrive at Monjo – the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set-up in order to protect and preserve the fragile mountain environment. From here, you will follow the path to reach Namche, which is the major trading village in entire Khumbu region. If the weather is clear, you will get the first glimpse of Mt Everest from this point. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Day - 5 Namche REST DAY IN NAMCHE Today you will spend your entire day in Namche by taking complete rest in order to acclimatize to gain altitude, plan for forthcoming trips and get habituated to your trekking destinations. To acclimatize, you will also visit Khunde Hospital which was set up by Sir Edmund Hillary and Everest View Hotel for sunset view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Day - 6 Thyangboche TREK TO THYANGBOCHE This day, you will walkalong the trail that follows the path to the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Koshi River. You will get to see some great views of great peaks of the Khumbu region including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. As you move downwards, you will pass through several Sherpa villages and teashops and continue the hike to reach Thyangboche by following a zigzag path. The path offers awesome sights of Rhododendron bushes with beautiful birds and superb mountain scenery. Finally, you will reach Thyangboche, which is famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region. Day - 7 Pheriche TREK TO PHERICHE Today, you will be descending downhill from Thyangboche through the forests and by crossing the Imja Khola. The trail then follows the uphill path to the village of Pangboche which faces Mt. Ama Dablam(6,856m). Joy of the trek will be further escalated by the views of mountains, forests, gompas, rivers etc. Further two hours of walk will take you to your last destination for today. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Day - 8 Pheriche REST DAY IN PHERICHE After the continuous walk for seven days, you will be taking a complete rest today.You will spend your entire day in Pheriche resting in order to acclimatize to gain altitude, plan for forthcoming trips and get habituated to your trekking destinations. However, if you want, you can climb up onto the ridge overlooking Mt. Lhotse and Imja Valley. Day - 9 Lobuche TREK TO LOBUCHE Leaving Pheriche, you will trek uphill to Lobuche and have to pass through a wide valley, Khumbu glacier and several teahouses in between. Besides, the trail also offers magnificent views of Cholatse and Tawache. Day - 10 Gorak Shep TREK TO GORAK SHEP Your last destination for today will be Gorak Shep, base for the EBC. To reach Gorak Shep you will have to pass Kala Patthar and Khumbu glaciers surrounded by astoundingly beautiful snow-clad mountains. Three hours of further walking and you will beat Gorak Shep. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Day - 11 Gorak Shep TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP, BACK TO CARK SHEP Early start is required to reach the Everest Base Camp. It takes several hours as the trail weaves its way through ice pinnacles and crevasses of the Khumbu Glacier. On the return leg, you can opt to take a higher route to get a spectacular view of the Khumbu Ice-fall and South Col. Day - 12 Pangboche TREK TO PANGBOCHE In order to reach the final destination for the day, i.e., Pangboche, you need to walk downhill. Couple of hours of walk will take you to Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA). From there, you will continue the journey and pass Khumbu Khola, Imja Khola and the suspension bridge before arriving at Pangboche. Day - 13 Namche TREK TO NAMCHE From Pangboche, your journey will continue towards Namche. The trail will take you across rivers and rhododendron forests amidst the views of Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega and Thamserku mountains. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Day - 14 Lukla TREK TO LUKLA This will be the final day of the trek and the ultimate destination is Lukla. The path goes along side the Dudh Koshi to reach Lukla. Upon reaching Lukla in the evening, you will have time to enjoy local drinks with a company of Sherpa guides and porters. Day - 15 Kathmandu FLIGHT TO KATHMANDU After having breakfast, you will check in to the airport to fly back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching the Kathmandu airport, your guide will transfer you to the designated hotel. In the evening, you have free time for refreshments and shopping. Day - 16 Kathmandu DEPART KATHMANDU After checking out of the hotel, our representative will take you to the international airport for your flight home. www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Inclusions Exclusions 15 nights in your chosen accomodation International flights Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu airfare (subject to change if any Meals other than mentioned in itinerary increment in airfare) Tours and Excursions other than mentioned in itinerary Meal as specified in itinerary Early check-in and late check-out at hotels (B = Breakfast, BR = Brunch, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) Personal travel insurance All park fees and permits to itinerary Personal expenses and tips for driver/guides Special traditional welcome on arrival at International airport Visa fees Lodge trek with breakfast, lunch and dinner Activities and excursions according to itinerary Tours and excursions in mini buses/buses or with public transportation according to itinerary Admission fees according to itinerary Trekkers' Information Management System fees English tour guide or/and local guides www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Payment Details: Group of 6 persons and more starting from (p.P) SGD 3245 Private tour for 2 persons starting from (p.P.) 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