Everest Panorama Trek 12D

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Everest region on the Everest Panorama Trek. This shorter 12-day trek is perfect for those seeking stunning panoramic views of Everest and other majestic peaks without the strenuous altitude gains. You’ll journey through lush forests, charming Sherpa villages, and reach the famous viewpoint of Tengboche, where you can admire the iconic Ama Dablam peak. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the region while enjoying the awe-inspiring vistas that make this trek a true Himalayan gem.

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Trek itinerary

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will be greeted by a representative of Sisne Rover who will drop us off at our hotel. We then check-in at the hotel, freshen up and take rest. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02. Kathmandu

On your first day in Kathmandu, after breakfast, you can visit around Thamel (where your hotel will be located) and shop few items that you have missed to bring with you. We can add Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour on your request for extra fee. We can have a tour to UNESCO World heritage sites – Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath Stupa and Bouddhanath stupa. In the afternoon, we will have a meeting with our fellow participants and check the final preparation for the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals included: Breakfast 

Day 03. Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,651 m): (4-5 Hrs.)

We will take an early flight to Lukla (40 minutes), the gate way of Khumbu Region from where the Everest Trek begins. In Lukla will meet rest of the team and start the trek. We gradually descend to Cheplung village from where we get a glimpse of Mt Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been. We walk on a trail that gradually descends to Cheplung village from where we get a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. The trail again gradually descends until Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 04. Phakding – Namche (3,438 m): (5-6 Hrs.)

The trail passes through pine forest and continue on the trail that goes north up the Benkar Valley. Then we cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo village before reaching the entrance of Everest National Park. After crossing a suspension bridge, we pass Jorsale village and walk alongside of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We ascend on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar which is probably the biggest town in the Everest region. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 05. Acclimatization Day  

Namche Bazaar is the primary town of the Everest or Khumbu region which has government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, and a colorful market. We can hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kongde and so on. For today, you can visit the Everest View Hotel for panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Pass the Syangboche airstrip on your way.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 06. Namche – Khumjung (3,780 m):  (3-4 Hrs.)

Today, we will have short hike towards Khumjung, where we can visit the Edmund Hillary School along with one of the popular monasteries of the region, the Khumjung Monastery. This monastery is well known for housing the head of the abominable Yeti.

Khumjung is a spectacular Sherpa village offering rich Sherpa cultural insights with mind blowing views of Khumbila peak and other surrounding snowcapped mountains. It is simply an awesome experience to wake up early high in the mountains and watch those beautiful Himalayan panoramas that takes our breath away.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 07. Khumjung – Tengboche (3,870 m): (4-5 Hrs.)

On this day, we will walk gradual up to Tengboche village. The village is the home of biggest monastery in the Everest region and located within the Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is blessed with panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. The Tengboche Monastery opens at 3:00pm, so if we reach there by 3 o’clock we can observe a Buddhist religious ceremony. Overnight in Tengboche.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 08. Tengboche – Kyangjuma (3,570 m): (4-5 Hrs.)

In Tengboche, we will have a great opportunity to see the panoramic view of the Himalayas, including Tawache, Nuptse, Lhotse, Amadablam, Thamserku, and also, the Everest. After breakfast, we will walk towards Kyanjuma – a small Sherpa village, the Tashinga Pass and the village of Sansa. Overnight in a tea house in Kyanjuma.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 09. Kyangjuma – Monjo (2,840 m): (4-5 Hrs.)

The trail leads descending all the way to Monjo from Kyangjuma crossing the beautiful Namche village. As the village is used as a trading hub by the Sherpa, you can stroll around the village for some memoirs or gifts to your loved ones. The Namche Bazaar offers you a wide range of wildlife views. We may see some mountain goats, snow leopards, and colorful pheasants too. Fortunately, we will have to cross the Dudh Koshi River and enjoy the magnificent beauty of the glacial river en-route of the trek. . Overnight in a tea house in Monjo.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 10. Monjo – Lukla (2,860 m): (4-5 Hrs.)

Today is the end day of our Everest Panorama Trek. After breakfast in Monjo, descend towards the Lukla village continuously via Phakding crossing several traditional suspension bridges.

Celebrate your last night in Lukla as a special one on the laps of the highest mountain in the world. Overnight in a tea house in Lukla.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 11. Fly to Kathmandu.

We fly back to Kathmandu on the earliest possible flight. After reaching Kathmandu we have the rest of the day off to rest. We can take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. If we want to explore any other areas of Kathmandu, we may do that today. Our guides can help you with both souvenirs shopping or sightseeing. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals included: Breakfast Dinner

To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have farewell dinner and share the experiences about our trek.

Day 12. Final Departure

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today. A representative of Sisne Rover will escort us to the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Meals included: Breakfast 

We can customize this trip as per your schedule, budget and preferences. If you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us.

Additional information

Package

Economy, Standard, Premium

Cost Includes

Accommodations, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Transportation, An experienced English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide, All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (Conservation/National parks, TIMS), Pickup

Cost Excludes

Any other transportation except included in the section, Travel and rescue insurance, Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

Complimentary

"Hike More, Worry Less" t-shirt as a souvenir of Nepal, Complimentary Farewell Dinner with Exclusive Cultural Show, Certificate of Trekking Completion