10 Days Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Flight back from Gorakshep

Detail Itinerary

Day 01 :Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 M)Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying a GREEN VALLEY NEPAL TREKS signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle. You can visit our office for the pre-trip meeting and know the detailed arrangement of the Trek.
Accommodation: KTM Guest House or similar category

Day 02 :Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding (2652m)As our flight time to Lukla, we will arrange transport to drive Kathmandu domestic airport. The flight to Lukla gives outstanding views of the sunrise on the snow-capped mountains. On landing Tenzing-Hillary Airport after a 40 minutes at Lukla, we reach the gateway to the Himalayas. The trek begins from the airport itself soon after meeting our crew there from where Phakdung is a short walk. As this is the first day of the trek, we rest in Phakding.
Accommodation: Room with attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 7.8 KM

Day 03 :Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)Starting early in the morning, the route passes through beautiful pine forests, Dudh Koshi River and views of Mount Thamserku. After passing a few settlements we a check post, the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. We further walk through the confluence of Dudh Koshi River and Bhote Koshi River and take a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar where the first sight of marvelous Mount Everest and ridges of Mount Lhotse and Mount Nuptse welcomes us.
Accommodation: Room with attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 10.4 KM

Day 04 :Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar Namche Bazaar, the biggest settlement in the Khumbu region, is well facilitated with ATMs, Internet cafes, restaurants, bakeries et cetera. It is a rest day for acclimatization, we go for a short hike to a nearby viewpoint (Thame or Khunde) and take a tour of the place including the Tourist Visitor Center where information about Everest climbers, Sherpa people and their culture and flora and fauna of the region are briefed. Overnight stay in a lodge/tea house.
Accommodation: Room with attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 8 KM

Day 05 :Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) We follow the trail that climbs the top of a ridge offering a panorama of Thamserku, Kusum Kanggaru and Kantega. After walking around a branch ridge, the views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Everest, Tawetse and Nuptse suddenly become unveils. We then start descending and come to the crossroad with one way leading to Gokyo valley. Walking through the village of Trashinga, we soon reach the Dudh Koshi River. The first half of the climb to Tyangboche is strenuous, however, eases off as the trail approaches forested area. With splendid views in the backdrop, the climb along the mountainside leads to a stone gate that marks the entrance to Tyangboche. Tyangboche gives one of the best panoramic views of the snow giants.
Accommodation: Basic Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 9.3 KM

Day 06 :Tyangboche – Dingbuche (4410m) The morning view of the mountain panorama is outstanding and you can click the breathtaking views of Kangtega range, Thamserku, Amadablam, Taboche, Kwangde, Tengboche, Lhotse and Nuptse. Our day begins along the trail through Imja Khola then to Tengboche where we descend to the river bank, through the rhododendron and birch forests. At Deboche we visit a Buddhist nunnery and cross chortens to reach Pangboche where we can have a splendid view of the wonderful mountains. One can easily notice the thinning vegetation on walking from upper Panboche to the dry and alpine terrain of Shomare. The apical ridge of Mt. Pumori can be viewed from Orsho then finally we reach the cold and windy village of Dingboche where we stay overnight.
Accommodation: Room with attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 10 KM

Day 07 :Dingboche to Lhobuche (5000m)The trail goes slightly uphill till Thugla Pass then descends moderately up till Lobuche. You will see memorial stupa and pray flag hanging on the hill over the Thugla pass. The stupas were built in the memory of climbers who have lost their life during the expedition of Mt. Everest. You will get an opportunity to get the view of Tawache, Cholache, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Pumari, Nuptse & Kusum kankaru mountains. The glacier ridge of Lobuche offers you the view of Everest base camp, Kala pattar, Khumbu glacier and moraines formed by glaciers.
Accommodation: Room without attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 7.6 KM

Day 08 :Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5150m) to Everest Base Camp (5364m), back to GorakshepToday is the main important day of Everest Base Camp Trekking, our trail to Gorakshep goes ahead through the side of the Khumbu Glacier. Our path passes through the pyramid sign post. A small ascent would take us the Thangma Riju from where we can perceive 360 degree vista of snowcapped mountains. As we reach Gorakshep, the surrounding snow capped mountains, including the top of the world welcome us. From Gorakshep, we trek to Everest Base Camp. After having the rewarding views of Mount Everest and other mountains around our site, we return back to Gorakshep where we stay overnight.
Accommodation: Room with attach bathroom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: 9.9 KM

Day 09 :Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapatthar (5545m) then fly back to Kathmandu by HelicopterOn the climax of this trip the trek starts much early in the morning so that trekkers can witness the glimpse of the Mount Everest when the dusk turns to bright morning with light of the day. On the way Peak s Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse are viewed. It is recommended that during the ascent to Kalapththar which takes hours one plus and catch breathe while snapping the photos at times. Panoramic view of Himalayas can be seen at Gorakshep.

Then we will provide you breakfast in Gorakshep then our helicopter will be there to pick you up you which will take you to Lukla. A helicopter flight to Kathmandu will be the most exciting & memorable trip.
Accommodation: KTM Guest House or similar category
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 :Final Departure or onward for next programThe final day in Nepal is the last time one can enjoy shopping and have pleasant sightseeing around the cultural city of Kathmandu valley before leaving for Tribhuwan International Airport on scheduled flight time.
Meals: Breakfast