This trek heads from Lukla to the Sherpa towns up north. We
spend time in mountain village of Namche Bazaar which was a famous
trading center between Tibet and Nepal. From Namche we head up
to the holy village of Tengboche. This has long been the religious
centre for all inhabitants of the Solu Khumbu area. There are
numerous shrines and a beautiful monastery that sits at 3870
meters. You will take your time heading back to Lukla and there
are many options for extra side trips. This trek takes 8 days
up with some up and down hiking.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Depart Kathmandu via air, for Lukla (8800ft) and a short
trek (2-3 hours) to Phakding at 8,661 feet. The flight into Lukla
is similar to the Everest View flight for views and beauty.
Day 02: The trail climbs gradually following the river and
enters the Everest National Park at Jorsale, then crosses the
river and climbs tteeply to Namche (11,100 feet). (4-6 hours).
Day 03: Namche/ Rest day or day hide possible. Namche is capital
of the Khumbu district and offers many ways to spend a day.
Day 04: Tengboche. We Climb the ridge above Namche and descend
to the Dudh Koshi Riover before climbing again to Tengboche
Monastery (12664 feet). (4-6 hours). Devoche is slightly further
(20minutes) a charming village.
Day 05: Time to visit Tengbuche before our return trek to ward
Lukla. Stay Namche or further on.
Day 06: Return to Luka
Day 07: Fly to Kathmandu by noon.
Day 08: Final Departure.
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