Luxury Everest Trek
Luxury Everest Trek
Luxury Everest Trek
13 Days Starting and ending in 27.717245,85.323959
Visiting: Nepal
Tour operator:
Tour code:
131
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 20
Age range:
12-75
Special diets catered:
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Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Nepal is blessed with spectacular mountain vistas, having eight of the world's highest mountain peaks. Trekking in the Everest region is rewarding - it holds the world’s highest mountain, known for its friendly Sherpa people, has some of the most picturesque villages, a great variety of cultures and traditions, spontaneous festivals and monasteries.
This Nepal trekking tour moves at a relatively relaxed pace and gives you a chance to get right up into the Khumbu region and enjoy great views of Everest and other peaks while staying in luxury lodges.
The trip begins with a walking tour of the narrow back streets and temples of Kathmandu - this lively city is a magnet for travellers. From Kathmandu, we'll take a dramatically short flight to Lukla - the gateway to the Everest region.
Your trek tour starts from Lukla and goes up the Dudh Kosi river valley past many Sherpa villages. We break for a day in Namche Bazaar - a historical Sherpa trading centre of the Khumbu region - where you'll stay for a day to acclimatise to the altitude.
From Namche Bazaar you'll start heading to Thame - the birthplace of many renowned Sherpa mountaineers including Appa and Tenzing Norgay. Later the day we head further off the beaten track to the Yeti Mountain Home lodge at Kongde which boasts spectacular views across the valley to Namche Bazaar with Thengboche in the distance and the peaks of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam beyond.
You will also have a chance for a hike the next morning to the top of Kongde Ri where you can expect more spectacular views, more day walks, or even some downtime before leaving and head back to Phakding and Lukla for your flight back to Kathmandu.
On this tour, you have the option to extend or shorten the route or duration of the tour - with options available to see discover more of Nepal's cultural highlights or visit one of its lowland National Parks.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Day 1: Arrive In Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: After being greeted at the airport, you'll be transported to your accommodation - a boutique hotel in the centre of Kathmandu. You'll meet your trekking guide this evening for a pre-trek briefing discussion of the days ahead and later you'll have free tim
Day 2 : Day 2: Fly To Lukla (2840M) And Trek To Phakding (2610M)
Accommodation Name: Be prepared for an early morning flight up to Lukla - an exciting flight into one of the world's most famous landing strips. Once you arrive, you'll have time to explore Lukla, meet your porter(s) and subject to the final flight timing, and stop for some
Day 3 : Day 3: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3440M)
Accommodation Name: The day's trek starts with travelling through the Dudh Khosi into pine forest northwards through Benkar, Chumowa and Jorsale to a fork in the river. Along the way expect to cross several of Nepal's long and high cable suspension bridges. Here you'll follo
Day 4 : Day 4: Acclimatisation Day In Namche Bazaar
Accommodation Name: The day is yours free to acclimatising to the altitude, which gives you the perfect opportunity to explore the town and its surroundings. We suggest a visit to both the Sagarmatha National Parks Visitor Centre and the Sherpa Culture Museum in Chhorkung -
Day 5 : Day 5: Trek To Thame (3820M)
Accommodation Name: You leave Namche Bazaar this morning, and leave the main trekking route up to Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Lakes behind. Instead, today we'll follow an important ancient salt trading and pilgrimage route to Tibet, also used by the few trekkers heading
Day 6 : Day 6: Acclimatisation And Day Hikes From Thame
Accommodation Name: You'll spend a second night in Thame tonight, which allows exploring the area around the village a bit more. The steep walk up to the impressive Nyingmapa Gompa, built in the 16th century is very rewarding, especially if your visit coincides with either t
Day 7 : Day 7: Trek To Kongde (4250M)
Accommodation Name: This morning you'll leave Thame and follow the southern bank of the Bhote Khosi back downstream before climbing away from the river on a little walked path up through rhododendron, pine and bamboo forests towards Kongde (4250m). Expect to be well off the
Day 8 : Day 8: Free Time / Optional Hike To Farak Ri (5000M)
Accommodation Name: Today is left free for you to make the most of your surroundings. For those feeling energetic still, there is the option of an early start to walk up to the top of Farak Ri, a smidgeon under 5000m. The walk to the top should take 2-3 hours, and the early
Day 9 : Day 9: Trek To Phakding (2610M)
Accommodation Name: The day starts bright and early with a trail downhill towards the Dudh Kosi. You'll be losing around 1600m in altitude today, so it will be tough on your knees and trekking poles are highly recommended. After reaching the bottom of the valley it's a short
Day 10 : Day 10: Trek To Lukla (2840M)
Accommodation Name: Don't expect too much strain today as you can expect a roughly three-hour hike, though the majority of it is uphill as you ascend back up to Lukla ready to fly back to Kathmandu tomorrow. Lukla is a busy little town, especially in the mornings when all th
Day 11 : Day 11: Fly From Lukla To Kathmandu. Free Time
Accommodation Name: Your trek in the mountains come to an end today, and you take one of the morning flights down from Lukla and back to Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free to explore the city with several half-day tour options available.<STRONG> OVERNIGHT: </STRONG> Kat
Day 12 : Day 12: Kathmandu. Free Day (To Allow For Delays To The Lukla Flight)
Accommodation Name: Today is a free day to relax and recover from your exertions. It's good to note that flights from Lukla are extremely dependent on good, clear weather, and it is not at all unusual for them to be delayed or cancelled - we, therefore, feel it's important t
Day 13 : Day 13: Kathmandu. Free Time. Departure Airport Transfer
Accommodation Name: Today is yours free to explore on Kathmandu until being picked up and transferred to the airport for departure. Extensions are available such as white-water rafting, more cultural sightseeing, and touring or even a visit to one of Nepal's wildlife reserve
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Nepal is blessed with spectacular mountain vistas, having eight of the world's highest mountain peaks. Trekking in the Everest region is rewarding - it holds the world’s highest mountain, known for its friendly Sherpa people, has some of the most picturesque villages, a great variety of cultures and traditions, spontaneous festivals and monasteries. This Nepal trekking tour moves at a relatively relaxed pace and gives you a chance to get right up into the Khumbu region and enjoy great views of Everest and other peaks while staying in luxury lodges. The trip begins with a walking tour of the narrow back streets and temples of Kathmandu - this lively city is a magnet for travellers. From Kathmandu, we'll take a dramatically short flight to Lukla - the gateway to the Everest region. Your trek tour starts from Lukla and goes up the Dudh Kosi river valley past many Sherpa villages. We break for a day in Namche Bazaar - a historical Sherpa trading centre of the Khumbu region - where you'll stay for a day to acclimatise to the altitude. From Namche Bazaar you'll start heading to Thame - the birthplace of many renowned Sherpa mountaineers including Appa and Tenzing Norgay. Later the day we head further off the beaten track to the Yeti Mountain Home lodge at Kongde which boasts spectacular views across the valley to Namche Bazaar with Thengboche in the distance and the peaks of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam beyond. You will also have a chance for a hike the next morning to the top of Kongde Ri where you can expect more spectacular views, more day walks, or even some downtime before leaving and head back to Phakding and Lukla for your flight back to Kathmandu. On this tour, you have the option to extend or shorten the route or duration of the tour - with options available to see discover more of Nepal's cultural highlights or visit one of its lowland National Parks.
Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
The local currency in Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee (NRs). There are a banks and several ATMs in Kathmandu where you can use a debit/credit card to withdraw cash (Visa, Mastercard), but these are not generally available out of Kathmandu or Pokhara. There are numerous money change shops in the main towns. Travellers cheques can be changed in some banks in Kathmandu and Pokhara, but not elsewhere.
You should ensure you have all the Nepalese rupees you think you will need before you leave for any trekking or visiting any more remote areas (including Bardia National Park). Try to obtain as many small denomination notes as possible, as higher value notes can be very hard to change in remote areas. You can pay with US Dollars cash in some places but should not rely on this. -
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa arrangements are the responsibility of the traveller, and requirements are subject to change by the local authorities.
Many nationals can obtain their Nepalese visa in Kathmandu airport upon arrival (including UK, EU, US, CA, AU, NZ, SA citizens). The costs for a single entry visa are currently:
- up to 15 days - US$ 25
- 16 to 30 days - US$ 40
- 31 to 90 days - US$ 100
An additional $20 fee is charged to convert these into a multiple entry visa which will be needed for any tours returning to Nepal after visiting Bhutan or Tibet.
The visa is obtained in the immigration area at the point where your passport is stamped. Forms to fill in are available in this immigration hall and may also be given out on your flight (if so, do fill them in before you land as it will reduce your queuing time). You will also need to fill in an arrivals card. Once your paperwork is completed, head to the immigration desk and hand over your forms, 2 passport photos, your visa fee and passport. The visa fees are set in US Dollars, but you can also pay in other currencies, but don't rely on getting given change.
Passport Photos: You will need two passport photos for your Nepal visa if you are obtaining it on arrival. If you are doing any trekking, rafting or visiting a National Park (i.e. on many of of our tours), you should bring extras, as some of the permits we may need to get require these. Please bring at least 4 passport photos with you - they will always come in useful later if you don't need them all. -
Are vaccinations required for this tour?
You should ensure you are fully insured for medical emergencies including emergency evacuation and repatriation.
Recommended vaccinations and other health protection measures vary according to the country you are visiting and where you are travelling from. We recommend you contact your GP/medical practitioner or a travel clinic for current information on vaccinations needed for your destination. You should ensure that you are up to date with vaccines and boosters recommended for your normal life at home, including for example, vaccines required for occupational risk of exposure, lifestyle risks and underlying medical conditions. In addition, additional courses or boosters normally recommended for the countries in this region are:
Nepal: Additional vaccinations: Diptheria, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Typhoid. Malaria map. Yellow Fever certificate: Required if arriving from or having transitted through an infected area.
Bhutan: Additional vaccinations: Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Typhoid. Malaria map. Yellow Fever certificate: Required if arriving from or having transitted through an infected area.
Tibet: Additional vaccinations: Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Typhoid. Malaria map. Yellow Fever certificate: Required if arriving from or having transitted through an infected area.
Malaria: Vaccinations are not available against Malaria, which is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes that can be very serious and sometimes fatal. You should avoid mosquito bites by covering up bare skin with clothing such as long sleeves and long trousers and applying insect repellents to exposed skin. When necessary, sleep under a mosquito net. Mosquitoes are most active during and after sunset. You should consult with your GP/medical practitioner/travel clinic about the most appropriate malaria prophylactic medication to take for the regions you are visiting. In general the lowland regions Bhutan are considered malarial zones, while higher altitudes including central Bhutan including Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Bumthang are not. Nepal is considered mainly low risk with prophylactics not normally required.
Yellow Fever: This disease is spread by infected mosquitoes that bite during the day. A Yellow Fever Certificate of vacinnation may be required as a condition of entry depending on which country you are arriving from, or that you have travelled or transitted through recently (including connecting flights with stopovers of over 12 hours). You can view this US CDC information about where the virus is present and follow the links to further information detailing which countries need you to have a Yellow Fever vaccination as part of their entry requirements. Please ensure you have this certificate with you and to hand if necessary. Please inform us of any pre-existing conditions such as diabetes or asthma and any prescription medicine you may be taking. We also need to know about any food allergies or physical disabilities that you may have. -
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).
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On most of our group tours, solo travellers may choose to form a temporary 'tour bubble' and share a room with another traveller of the same sex in the group. If a room share is not available then a single room supplement may be payable, with the costs for these kept as low as possible. We have also removed compulsory single supplements from many of our tours, and are reducing the cost by 50% on s
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