Everest Lodge Comfort Trek

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.

Driving Time: Approx. 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu,, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will be holding a “Nepal Sanctuary Treks” sign outside the terminal to greet you.

You will be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After checking in and freshening up, our representative will meet you to give a detailed briefing on the upcoming itinerary, along with important safety guidelines and hygiene practices to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trek.

Altitude above sea level: (493 m) Mulkot

Tour Duration:  Approx. 4 hrs. approx.

Driving duration: 3 hrs. approx. (KTM-Mulkot)

Accommodation: Hotel

9:00 AM: Today you start a guided cultural tour around Kathmandu Valley. On this cultural tour, you will experience the numerous colors, sounds, and tastes of authentic Kathmandu and its surroundings. Our experienced tour guides will tell you all you need to know and answer all your curiosities regarding those sites.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

You will take a short drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square, also called Hanuman Dhoka Durbar. This ancient site used to be the residence of the Nepali royal family and administrators. It incorporates an architecturally extraordinary complex of ancient palaces, temples, courtyards, and shrines dating from the 15th to the 18th century.

The prominent sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square are Kumari Ghar or the house of the living goddess.  Kasthamandap is a huge rest house that is said to have been built with wood from a single tree and is the source of which Kathmandu valley got its name. Other sites around Kathmandu Square are the ferocious Kal Bhairab – the red monkey God- Hanuman, hundreds of erotic carvings, temples, and statues dedicated to different deities.

Swayambhunath:

Swayambhunath (monkey temple), is the magnificent ancient religious architecture and center of faith of Hinduism and Buddhism. Its lofty white dome and dazzling golden spire are visible from far and wide. Swayambhunath is the ideal place to observe the religious harmony in Nepal. In the shadows of the imposing structure and besides the integrated architecture can be found the daily surge of devotees faithfully offering their prayers to the gods. Upon arriving at the top, you can hear the Buddhist song “Om Mani Padme Hum” resounds everywhere. The candles and the aromatic fragrance of incense that burns constantly create a serene vibe and enormous prayer wheels which encircle the stupa.

PM: You take a drive to Mulkot in the afternoon. Mulkot is a small settlement, from where Manthali Airport is just 37 km away (1 hour’s drive).

Altitude above sea level: Lukla (2,840 m / 9,318 ft), Phakding (2,610 m / 8,563 ft)
Driving Duration: Approx. 1 hr (Mulkot – Ramechhap)
Flight Duration: Approx. 25 minutes
Hiking Duration: Approx. 4–5 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you’ll be transferred by road to Ramechhap Airport for a scenic mountain flight to Lukla, a high-altitude airstrip nestled in the Himalayas. As Nepal’s busiest domestic airport, Lukla is the main gateway for trekkers heading toward Mt. Everest, and the flight itself is part of the adventure.

On the flight, enjoy breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest peaks — including Cho Oyu (8,153 m / 26,750 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m / 27,940 ft), Gauri Shankar (7,145 m / 23,441 ft), and Menlungtse (7,181 m / 23,560 ft).

Upon landing in Lukla, your trek begins. The trail follows the ridgeline along the milky Dudh Koshi River, named for its glacier-fed, milky-white appearance. As you walk, you’ll pass charming Sherpa villages, vibrant tea houses, colorful prayer wheels, Mani stone walls, and iconic suspension bridges.

You’ll pass through peaceful settlements like Chaurikharka and Ghat before arriving in Phakding, a riverside village nestled beside the Dudh Koshi River, where you’ll spend the night.

Altitude above sea level: (3,445 m / 11,302 ft.) Namche
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6–7 hrs.
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, your trek resumes with several crossings over the roaring Dudh Koshi River, named for its milky-white hue created by glacial melt. The trail meanders through dense pine forests and open landscapes, revealing terraced fields and a variety of local crops along the way.

As you progress, you’ll likely pass caravans of donkeys and yaks transporting supplies and trekking gear — a traditional and timeless sight on Himalayan trails. The route takes you through the charming villages of Benkar, Monjo, and Jorsale, before the path climbs steeply — gaining almost 2,000 ft — to reach Namche Bazaar.

Namche, the largest town in the Khumbu region, is nestled in a natural amphitheater surrounded by soaring peaks. The town opens only to the south, where the Dudh Koshi carves its way through the landscape. A lively and essential trading hub, Namche offers everything from food and basic goods to high-altitude trekking and mountaineering gear. Historically, it served as the meeting point for lowland Hindu merchants and Tibetan yak caravans, making it a vibrant cultural and commercial crossroads in the Everest region.

Altitude above sea level: (3,450 m/11,319 ft.)  Tashinga
Hiking duration: 5 hrs. approx.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, begin your trek along a scenic trail that contours the hillside high above the Imja Khola (River). As you hike, take in spectacular views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and the striking Ama Dablam—often considered one of the most beautiful mountains in the world.

The trail is peaceful and offers stunning vistas throughout. Upon arrival in Tashinga, settle into the Everest Summit Lodge, where you can relax and enjoy panoramic views down the valley.

Altitude above sea level: 3,985 m / 13,074 ft. (Pangboche)
Hiking duration: 5–6 hrs. approx.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, you begin by descending to the small village of Phunki Tenga, located beside the thundering Dudh Koshi River. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail climbs steeply through a dense forest of rhododendron and pine.

As you emerge from the forest, the ascent becomes more gradual, leading you to the renowned Tengboche Monastery—the largest and most important monastery in the Everest region. This spiritual center hosts the Mani Rimdu Festival each autumn, celebrating with colorful dances, rituals, and community gatherings. Visitors are welcome to observe or participate in the festivities.

From here, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. After visiting the monastery, continue onward to the peaceful Sherpa village of Pangboche, where you will spend the night.

Altitude above sea level: 3,985 m (Pangboche), 4,500 m (Amadablam Base Camp)

Hiking hours: 4–5 hrs. Approx. (Amadablam Base Camp)

Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Today is a significant day as you trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp, the highlight of your journey. It offers a quieter alternative to the popular Everest Base Camp trail. Crossing Imja Khola on a suspension bridge, you ascend through juniper and heather, surrounded by stunning mountain views. Ama Dablam Base Camp, located at 4,576m, sits below the mountain’s west face in a picturesque yak pasture. You’ll witness the immense scale of Ama Dablam, with its summit standing 2,300m above. Base Camp provides excellent views of Kangtega, Thamserku, and Taboche. After enjoying the experience, you’ll return along the same trail to Pangboche.

Altitude above sea level: 3,450 m / 11,319 ft (Tashinga), 3,810 m / 12,500 ft (Phortse)
Hiking duration: 6 hrs approx.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, you hike back to the Everest Summit Lodge in Tashinga, with an optional scenic detour through the traditional Sherpa village of Phortse. This alternate route provides a quieter trail and offers impressive views of the Imja Drengkha River, surrounding mountains, and the distant Tengboche Monastery.

After a few hours of trekking, you reach Phortse village, and begin descending through a tranquil forest of birch and rhododendron toward the Dudh Koshi River. After crossing the river, the trail ascends steadily via switchbacks to reach Mong La Pass at 3,963 m / 12,970 ft. Enjoy a tea break and take in the panoramic views before descending to your lodge in Tashinga for the night.

Altitude above sea level: 2,850 m / 9,350 ft (Monjo)
Hiking duration: 6 hrs approx.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

In the morning, begin your return journey by retracing your steps along the familiar trail back to Namche Bazaar. After enjoying lunch in Namche, continue your steady descent through forested trails and across suspension bridges to the peaceful village of Monjo, where you’ll spend the night at the Everest Summit Lodge.

Altitude above sea level: 2,800 m / 9,186 ft (Lukla)
Hiking duration: 5 hrs approx.
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today marks the final day of your trek. You retrace your steps from Monjo, following the Dudh Koshi River as you pass through charming Sherpa villages and lush forests.

After reaching Chaurikharka, begin the final ascent of the trek—a short uphill climb that brings you to Lukla, where you can celebrate the completion of your journey. Enjoy a comfortable stay at Yeti Mountain Home as you reflect on the incredible adventure you’ve just completed.

Flight duration: 25 minutes approx.
Driving duration: 4 hrs approx. (Ramechhap–Kathmandu)
Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar
Meal: Breakfast

After an early breakfast, you board a morning flight from Lukla to Ramechhap, enjoying one last look at the Himalayas from the sky. Upon arrival in Ramechhap, you’ll be met by your driver and begin the scenic drive back to Kathmandu.

Once in Kathmandu, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure—either relaxing or exploring the city at your own pace.

Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar

Meal: Breakfast

It’s also a spare day in case of bad weather in Lukla if we could not fly on the scheduled date and time.  Alternatively, we can organize a guided day tour in or around Kathmandu.

It is time to fly back home, keeping all the terrific experiences of Nepal in mind. The representative will transfer you to TIA airport, where you should check in 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight.