ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1 Kathmandu | Boutique Lodging in heart of ancient city
Airport pickup – Transport to boutique B&B – Welcome Dinner – Orientation
DAY 2 Kathmandu | Temples and Palaces of Ancient Kathmandu
Walking tour of hidden backstreets and iconic landmarks of Kathmandu.
DAY 3 Lukla – Phakding | Himalayan Tea-house Trekking
Morning flight to Lukla. Trek to Phakding (3.5-4 hrs)
DAY 4 Monjo | Trek to Monjo (3.5-4 hrs)
Follow a local’s footpath through hidden hamlets. Visit the Gumila Monastery.
DAY 5 Namche | High-end Tea-House with amazing Himalayan views
Trek to Namche (4-4.5 hrs)
DAY 6 Namche | Day hike to Sherpa Villages
Follow the path less traveled through yak pastures and Sherpa villages, all in the shadow of the sacred mountain – Khumbu Yul La.
DAY 7 Mende | Trek to Mende (4 hrs)
Leave the main trail to Everest Base Camp and go where few tourists do. Climb a quiet trail to remote Mende. Share the view with yaks and the nuns in the nearby nunnery.
DAY 8 Thame – Mende | Day hike to Thame
Follow the old salt trade route from Tibet to quiet Thame. Unspoiled views of glaciers and peaks.
DAY 9 Tashinga | Trek to Tashinga (4-5 hrs)
DAY 10 Pangboche | Trek to Pangboche (6.5 hrs)
Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery and soak up stunning views of Amma Dablam and Mount Everest.
DAY 11 Ama Dablam Base Camp | Day Hike to 15,500ft
The highpoint of our journey. An amazing ascent up open ridges to Ama Dablam Base Camp.
DAY 12 Kathmandu | Helicopter flight to Kathmandu – Transport to hotel
Option to circumambulate the iconic Bouddhanath Stupa with pilgrims from all corners of the earth.
DAY 13 Kathmandu | Sightseeing / Shopping.
Free day for rest, shopping, or to explore around Bouddha Stupa
DAY 14 Departure | Last minute shopping. Departure.
PRICING & WHAT’S INCLUDED
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$9,895 per person
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INCLUDED
- Airport transfers
- All in-country transportation
- 13 nights lodging
- 3 meals per day
- Flight: Kathmandu – Lukla
- Helicopter flight: Pangboche – Kathmandu
- Sagarmata National Park entrance fees
- TIMS trekking permit fees
- Licensed and insured trekking guide and porters
- Entrance fees for listed Kathmandu sights
- Morning tea / coffee
- Trekking map
- Eli as personal Trip Leader and Cultural Liaison
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NOT INCLUDED
- International airfare to / from Nepal
- Nepal visa fee
- Any drinks other than complimentary drinks
- Snacks
- Personal equipment
- Trip insurance
- Emergency evacuation if required
- Other personal expenses
- Tips for guides, staff, drivers, etc…
DATES
DEPARTURE DATES 2018
Feb 23-Mar 06 | Mar 09-20 | Mar 23-Apr 03 | Nov 23-Dec 04
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FLEXIBLE DEPARTURE DATES
Don’t see dates that work for you? Contact me to plan dates that fit your schedule.
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RECOMMENDED SEASON
October – December, February – May
