This is the route first used by the early expedition's team to climb Everest from the Nepalese side. Starting from Jiri, the route passes through the Sherpa villages of the Solu Khumbu, many of them having beautiful Buddhist monasteries. The height gain is gradual making it easier to acclimatize. After a rest day in Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, the trail continues to famous Tangboche Monastery. Its setting encircled by giant mountains has been called one of the most beautiful places on earth.
The aim of this trek is to climb Kala Pathar, from where the southwest face of Everest can be clearly seen, as well as aside Trekking trip to Everest Base Camp. The return trek leads to Lukla for the flight back to Kathmandu.The "Everest Classic" trek offers the best chance to get to know the beautiful Khumbu district, and allows for gradual acclimatization. Highest elevation is reached when climbing to the viewpoint of Kala Pattar (5545 m).
Trekking Destination : Jiri to everest Trek Minimum altitude : 1767m. Maximum altitude : 5545m. Grade : Moderate and Fairly Strenuous Season : Spring & Autumn Accommodation : Lodge or Tented Camp Duration : 21 Days
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive international airport in Kathmandu and free transport to selected hotel at Thamel, The hotel is centrally located in the Thamel area of Kathmandu which is renowned for its many restaurants, shops, bars, and nightclubs etc which cater for the tourists.
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley full day sightseeing with professional tour guide.
Day 03: Drive to Jiri by Express public bus (9/10 hours driving) and stay over night at lodge.
Day 04: Trek to Shivalaya(1767 mtr. 5/6 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 05: Trek to Bhandar(2000 mtr. 6/7 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 06: Trek to Sete(2500 mtr. 6/7 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 07: Trek to Junbesi(2675 mtr. 6/7 hours walking) stayover night at lodge.
Day 08: Trek to Nunthala(2345 mtr. 5/6 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 09: Trek to Kahrikhola(2194 mtr. 5/6 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 10: Trek to Puyan(2890 mtr. 6 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 11: Trek to Phakding(2935 mtr. 6/7 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazar(3440 mtr. 5/6 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 13: Rest day in the same place for the acclimatization.
Day 14:Trek to Tengboche(3867 mtr. 5 hours walking)stay over night at lodge.
Day 15: Trek to Pheriche(4310 mtr. 5 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 16: Rest day in the same place for the acclimatization.
Day 17: Trek to Lobuche(4900 mtr. 5 hours walking)stay over night at lodge.
Day 18: Visit to Everest Base Camp (5480 mtr. 3 hours walking) and then return back Gorakshep then stay over night at lodge.
Day 19: Visit Kalapattar (5545 mtr. 2 hours walking) early in the morning for the best sun rise view and then trek back Pheriche then stay over night at lodge.
Day 20: Trek back to Tengboche(5 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 21: Trek back to Namche Bazar(5 hours walking) stay over night at lodge.
Day 22: Trek back to Lukla(7 hours walking)stay over night at lodge.
Day 23: Fly back to Kathmandu by flight (35 minutes) and drop to hotel in Kathmandu .
Day 24: Departure Day in your home country. Nepal Independent Guide will provide you free transport to international trivuwan airports.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
1. Airport to Hotel transportation.
2. 3 nights Hotel accommodation in kathmandu
3.sightseeing with professional tour guide
3. Hotel to bus park by car and local bus to Jiri,
4. One way flight tickets Lukla to kathmandu.
5. One English speaking Leader/ guide required porters
6. All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
7. Tea and coffee three times a day in cups
8. Airport tax
9. Lodge accommodation on the way
10. National park entrance permits and TIMS card.
11. Guide's; porter's food, lodge, flight, insurance, equipment, salary etc.
COST EXCLUDES:
1. Hard and soft table drinks such as, coke, beer, Mineral water, hot shower, boiled water etc.
2. Personal insurance
3. Rescue operation charge
4. Tips etc.
This is the route first used by the early expedition's team to climb Everest from the Nepalese side. Starting from Jiri, the route passes through the Sherpa villages of the Solu Khumbu, many of them having beautiful Buddhist monasteries. The height gain is gradual making it easier to acclimatize. After a rest day in Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, the trail continues to famous Tangboche Monastery. Its setting encircled by giant mountains has been called one of the most beautiful places on earth.