Everest Base Camp Summit (EBC) – Kathmandu to Kathmandu

Have you ever dreamed of standing in the shadow of the world’s highest peak? The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek isn’t just about reaching a destination—it’s about the journey, the breathtaking landscapes, the incredible people you meet, and the personal transformation along the way. And now, with Namaste India Holiday’s special 14-day open trip from May 10 to May 27, you have the perfect opportunity to turn this dream into reality! Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or someone looking to challenge yourself in a whole new way, here’s why you should put Everest Base Camp on your bucket list.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• This is a complete Alpine trip.
• As a Team we all will be navigate & everyone will be guide
• Max Altitude -18,200 Ft.
• Trekking Distance – 108km (Under 14days)
• 15-days trip | Kathmandu To Kathmandu (10-May to 27-May, including 2 days buffer)
• For acclimatization, we are having 2 days buffer time in Namche Bazaar/ Gorakh Sheep/Kathmandu.
• Grade -Difficult
• To keep Budget friendly, no flight travel involved

ITINERY:

DAY 01 & 02 KATHMANDU – Kathmandu is the epicenter for incredible adventure!

• Pashupatinath Temple
• Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
• Boudhanath Stupa
• Kathmandu Durbar Square
• Thamel -Trekker’s Paradise
  • • • • Asan & Indra Chowk

DAY 03: SALLERI – Salleri, the district headquarters of Solukhumbu, is a charming town often used as a gateway for trekkers heading to the Everest region.

• Explore Local Monasteries (Chiwong & Tupten Chholing Monastery)
• Salleri Bazaar
• Local Hot Springs great for relaxing your muscles after trekking.

DAY 04: PALYA – “Palya” could refer to “Palung” which is an ancient village development committee in Makwanpur District, Bagmati Province, Nepal.

• Explore Taksindu Monastery
• local food like Sherpa stew (Shyakpa), thukpa, momos, and yak cheese at traditional teahouses.
• Pine forests, and rolling hills surrounding Phaplu.

DAY 05: PHAKDING – Phakding is a small village in the Khumbu region, Located at 2,610m (8,563 ft), it sits along the Dudh Koshi River, offering beautiful scenery, cultural experiences.

• Rimishung Monastery & Prayer Wheels & Mani Walls
• Dudh Koshi River & suspension bridges near Toktok
• traditional Sherpa houses and farmlands Nearby Villages (Toktok, Bengkar, Monjo)
  • • • • Local Sherpa Culture – Sherpa stew (Shyakpa), thukpa, dal bhat, and Tibetan butter tea for a warm, authentic meal.

DAY 06 & 07 : NAMCHE BAZAAR – Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,286 ft) is the main trading hub and acclimatization stop for trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp. It’s a vibrant town with breathtaking mountain views, cozy teahouses, and plenty of things to explore.

• Sagarmatha National Park, Khumjung Village & Monastery(Yeti Scalp)
• Tenzing Norgay’s THAME village oldest Sherpa village
• Sherpa Culture Museum, Namche Monastery
• Shop for Trekking Gear & Souvenirs
• Great Food & Cafés
• Café Danphe & Hermann Helmers Bakery, Everest Bakery
• Yak cheese, Sherpa stew, thukpa, and butter tea for a local experience

DAY 08: TENGBOCHE – Tengboche is home to Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the Khumbu region, and offers breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse.

• Tengboche Monastery ( 300-year-old Tibetan Buddhist monastery and a key spiritual site for Sherpas.)
• Panoramic Mountain Views of best sunrise and sunset views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and
  Thamserku.
• Ama Dablam, one of the most beautiful mountains in the world.
• Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa
• Deboche Pangboche & best star-gazing in the Himalayas!

DAY 09: DINGBOCHE – Major acclimatization stop on the Everest Base Camp trek. Nestled in a beautiful valley surrounded by Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Island Peak, this village is a great place to explore and rest.

• Last major acclimatization stop before heading to Lobuche and Everest Base Camp.
• Cafe 4410, the highest café in the region, for great coffee, cake, and WiFi.
• Stargazing here is spectacular

DAY 10: LOBUCHE – Second-last stop before EBC.

• Italian Pyramid Research Center (5,050m)
• Thukla Pass Memorial (Scott Fischer and Rob Hall (from the 1996 Everest disaster).
• Panoramic views of Nuptse, Pumori, and the Khumbu Glacier.
• Wake up at night, step outside for a breathtaking view of the Milky Way.

DAY 11 GORAK SHEP & EVEREST BASE CAMP SUMMIT – Gorak Shep is the last settlement before Everest Base Camp (EBC) and serves as a rest stop for trekkers. At this extreme altitude, most people focus on reaching EBC and hiking Kala Patthar for the best Everest views.

• Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m / 17,598ft) 🏔 The trek from Gorak Shep to EBC takes about 2-3 hours one way
  across rocky and icy terrain.
• Hike Kala Patthar (5,545m / 18,192ft) for the Best Everest Views 🌄 The hike takes 1.5 to 2 hours but is steep and challenging due to the altitude.
• From the top, you get breathtaking views of Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, and the Khumbu Glacier.
• Explore the Frozen Khumbu Glacier & Icefall

You made it! Standing at EBC and Kala Patthar is a once-in-a-lifetime achievement!

DAY 12: PHERICHE – Popular stop for trekkers on the way down from EBC & terrain here is flat and windy,

• Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) Clinic Dughla Pass (Thukla, 4,620m)
• Pheriche Ridge for panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and the Imja Valley.
• Relax & Recover Before Descending Further
• Try Ginger tea, garlic soup, or a warm plate of dal bhat

DAY 13 :NAMCHE BAZAAR /DAY 14 : SALLERI/  DAY 15 :KATHMANDU 

RETURN JOURNEY POST EBC SUMMIT & KALA PATHAR WITNESSING MIGHTY MOUNT EVERST