Everest Base Camp 14 Days Itinerary
The Everest Base Camp 14 Days Trek is a classic itinerary that takes you to the foot of Mt. Everest. The itinerary is designed keeping everything in mind, such as the length of daily hikes (5 - 7 hours), total trekking duration (9 days), proper acclimatization (2 days), and the days of Nepal arrival and departure, making it ideal for even first-time trekkers. The trip begins on the day of your arrival in Kathmandu, followed by a scenic 30-minute flight to Lukla the next day. You’ll start hiking from Lukla, leading to Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tyangboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorekshep, and finally to the Everest Base Camp. You’ll also get to witness a gorgeous Himalayan sunrise from Kala Patthar (5545 m) before you head back on the same route to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu. The trip ends with a farewell dinner on your last night in Kathmandu and a drive to the airport for your final departure.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Flight from Kathmandu or Ramechhap to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 6: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 7: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep and return to Gorekshep
Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and trek back to Pheriche
Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Day 14: Transfer to the international airport for your final departure
Trek Cost: US$ 1195 to US$ 1495 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp 12 Days Itinerary
For those of you who're already in Nepal, the 12 Days Everest Base Camp Hike is the best choice. This itinerary follows the same format as the previous 14-day one, excluding the days of your arrival in Nepal and your final departure. Everyone, from beginners to experienced trekkers, can complete the trek with moderate to no difficulty. You'd fall in love with the region as the trail follows through rich vegetation, agricultural fields, epic mountains, and tiny Sherpa settlements. The region's more-than-perfect nature and unique ancient culture make for an extraordinary experience. We're sure you'll go home with a lifetime of memories from the Himalayas with this 12-day EBC trek.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 3: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 5: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 8: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep
Day 9: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and trek back to Pheriche
Day 10: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 11: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 12: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Trek Cost: US$ 1075 to US$ 1295 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp 11 Days Itinerary
The Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek of 11 days is exactly what you need to travel to the Base Camp in luxury. Visiting the EBC luxuriously a few years ago would have been impossible. But now, the Everest region has developed enough to accommodate you in high-end hotels and lodges with western-style bathrooms, serving you multi-cuisine meals in their fine dining restaurants. If you’re fond of mountains and adventure but can’t compromise the comfort while traveling, this is the right EBC itinerary for you. Moreover, you’ll also be flying in and out of the Everest region in a helicopter, skipping the entire hiking days on your return.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Day 7: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorekshep
Day 10: Trek from Gorekshep to Kala Patthar and helicopter flight to Kathmandu
Day 11: Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your final departure
Trek Cost: US$ 2850 to US$ 3600 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp 10 Days Itinerary
Short on time? The 10 Days Everest Base Camp Itinerary is what you need! Created for busy individuals who’re always on the run, this 10 days itinerary makes for a great Himalayan escape with just the right amount of adventure and comfort. We follow the standard EBC itinerary with arrival day, Lukla flight, and trekking from Lukla until we reach Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, with acclimatization days in Namche and Dingboche. The only twist is that instead of hiking all the way back to Lukla on the same route, we fly you directly from Gorekshep to Kathmandu in a helicopter. Isn’t that amazing?
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 6: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 7: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorakshep
Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and helicopter flight to Kathmandu
Trek Cost: US$ 1900 to US$ 2500 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp Honeymoon Trip 13 Days Itinerary
Trekking to the Everest Base Camp as a newlywed? This 13 Days Honeymoon Trip to Everest Base Camp is for adventurous couples who’d want to start their married life with a thrilling adventure. What an amazing way to celebrate the union, right? Considering that it’s your honeymoon, we’ve made the trip as leisurely as possible, including a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu before the trek and an extra rest day again in Kathmandu after the trek. We understand that you need some time alone. Instead of a commercial Lukla flight, we’ve added a private helicopter flight just for the two of you. You’d also be flying back from Gorekshep to Kathmandu in a private helicopter, enjoying the aerial view of the Himalayas.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Sightseeing tour around Kathmandu Valley
Day 3: Helicopter flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Deboche
Day 7: Trek from Deboche to Dingboche
Day 8: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorakshep
Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar and back to Gorakshep and fly back by helicopter
Day 12: Rest day and exploration at Kathmandu
Day 13: Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your final departure
Trek Cost: US$ 6500 (per couple)
Everest Base Camp by Helicopter 9 Days Itinerary
Starting and ending in Kathmandu, this 9 Days Trek to Everest Base Camp and Return by Helicopter is another excellent opportunity for trekkers who’re already in Nepal and want to make a quick trip to the Everest Base Camp. On the first day of the trip, you fly to Lukla on a commercial flight and start the trek via the classic EBC route. Including 2 acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche, you reach the Everest Base Camp in 8 days, and on the final day of your trip, you take a helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. In this way, you’ll complete the trek in a short time frame without putting yourself in the risk of altitude sickness.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 3: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 5: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 8: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorakshep
Day 9: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and helicopter flight to Kathmandu
Trek Cost: US$ 1850 to US$ 2550 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp 15 Days Itinerary
In addition to trekking to the base of the world’s tallest mountain, you’ll get to visit the historical sites of the Kathmandu Valley with this 15 Days Everest Base Camp Hike Itinerary. The itinerary is almost similar to the standard 14-day trek, with an extra sightseeing tour in Kathmandu before beginning the trekking journey. By the time you complete the trek, you’ll be content with the natural and cultural touristic experience that Nepal is known for. While Tibetan Buddhism influences the culture of the Sherpa people in the Everest region, the capital city is rich in Hindu culture with some Buddhist religious sites. This trip will help you understand how Hindus and Buddhists co-exist in Nepal.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel, overnight at hotel
Day 2: Pre-trip meeting and a full day of sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 5: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 7: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 8: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorakshep
Day 11: Hike from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and trek to Pheriche
Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 13: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 14: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 15: Transfer to the international airport for your final departure
Trek Cost: US$ 1625 to US$ 1925 (depending on group size)
Everest High Pass 18 Days Itinerary
Perfect for avid trekkers, this Everest High Pass Trek of 18 Days lets you explore other parts of the Everest region as well as EBC. This Everest itinerary takes you to 3 high mountain passes in the region along with Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Valley, and Gokyo Lakes. The mountain views you’ll get to witness from Kongma La Pass (5535 m), Cho La Pass (5370 m), Renjo La Pass (5345 m), Kala Patthar (5545 m), and Gokyo Ri (5365 m) are just mind-blowing. You’ll be surrounded by snow-covered mountain peaks all around you. The pristine Gokyo Lakes make the experience even more heavenly. This trek, however, isn’t for beginners. It’s best to have a prior high-altitude trekking experience to commence this trekking trip.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 3: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 5: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Chukum
Day 8: Trek from Ckukum to Kongma La Pass to Lobuche
Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorekshep
Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and trek to Zongla
Day 11: Trek from Zongla to Thannak via Cho La Pass
Day 12: Trek from Thannak to Gokyo
Day 13: Rest day at Gokyo and excursion around Gokyo Valley & Lake
Day 14: Trek from Gokyo to Renjo La Pass to Lunde
Day 15: Trek from Lunde to Thame
Day 16: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar
Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Trek Cost: US$ 1500 to US$ 2000 (depending on group size)
Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass 19 Days Itinerary
Last but not least, we have the Everest Cho La Pass Trek of 19 Days. In this 19 days trek, after a day of sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, you follow the classic EBC route until Kala Patthar, and instead of returning back to Lukla, you continue the trek towards the Gokyo Valley. You’ll cross the strenuous Cho La Pass, stay at the Gokyo Village, and visit the teal-blue Gokyo Lakes. This part of the Everest region has a different ambiance than the rest, and the path is only taken by a few experienced trekkers, allowing you to bond with nature in solitude. From Gokyo, you return back to Namche via Machhermo and get back to Kathmandu on a Lukla flight. You’ll have a leisurely day for yourself before leaving Nepal.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the hotel
Day 2: Full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche
Day 7: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche
Day 8: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization
Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep and return to Gorekshep
Day 11: Hike from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and trek to Zongla
Day 12: Trek from Zongla to Cho La Pass to Thannak
Day 13: Trek from Thannak to Gokyo
Day 14: Trek to Gokyo Ri and back to Machhermo
Day 15: Trek from Machhermo to Namche Bazaar
Day 16: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 17: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Day 18: Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 19: Transfer to the international airport for final departure
Trek Cost: US$ 1600 to US$ 1950 (depending on group size)
We hope to have helped you plan your EBC trek better with the well-researched list of these 9 trekking itineraries. All the trekking packages come with an experienced guide and potters, transportation, and accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast and in the Everest region with all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). We also take care of the necessary permits and the monuments’ entry tickets to make the trip hassle-free for you. All 9 itineraries have their own specialties and difficulties, so choose wisely. In case you’re still not sure which one to pick, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
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