Mount Everest fascinates the world, and this brief tour reveals it and many of the Khumbu region’s other famous peaks at the lowest altitude and in the shortest time possible. Fly to Lukla (9403 ft) and ascend the Dudh Kosi valley to the Sherpa settlement of Namche Bazaar. A day’s walk through lovely forests to the famous Buddhist monastery of Thyangboche (12,700 ft) is rewarded with views of Everest rising behind the Lhotse-Nuptse wall, and the stunning peak of AmaDablam nearby. The peaceful village of Khumjung provides a glimpse of traditional Sherpa life before you return to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu. Two full days in Kathmandu allow time to explore its medieval streets and scared sites.
Itinerary: Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu: Nepali Dinner Day 2 : Am: City Tour Pm: Free in Kathmandu Day 3 : Fly to Lukla and begin trek to Day 9 : End trek in Lukla Day 10 : Fly to Kathmandu Day 11/12 : In Kathmandu Day 13 : Depart Kathmandu
Mount Everest fascinates the world, and this brief tour reveals it and many of the Khumbu region’s other famous peaks at the lowest altitude and in the shortest time possible. Fly to Lukla (9403 ft) and ascend the Dudh Kosi valley to the Sherpa settlement of Namche Bazaar. A day’s walk through lovely forests to the famous Buddhist monastery of Thyangboche (12,700 ft) is rewarded with views of Everest rising behind the Lhotse-Nuptse wall, and the stunning peak of AmaDablam nearby. The peaceful village of Khumjung provides a glimpse of traditional Sherpa life before you return to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu. Two full days in Kathmandu allow time to explore its medieval streets and scared sites.