Everest Base Camp and Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Experience – 15 Days
Duration
15 days
From
$1590.00
Max Guests
20
Tour Location
Tour Type
Booking Tour
Overview
This comprehensive trip combines the thrill of trekking to Everest Base Camp with the cultural depth of Kathmandu Valley’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It’s perfect for adventurers who want to experience both Nepal’s natural wonders and its rich cultural heritage.
Trip Highlights
- Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and experience the grandeur of the Himalayas.
- Stand at Kala Patthar (5,545m) for breathtaking views of Mt. Everest.
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Valley, including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath.
- Visit the Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan, renowned for their architecture.
- Experience Sherpa culture in iconic villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche.
- Cross suspension bridges, walk along glaciers, and traverse scenic alpine landscapes.
Tour Plan
- Activities:
- Meet at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Trek briefing and gear preparation.
- Explore the bustling streets of Thamel.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Activities:
- Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) for panoramic valley views.
- Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square and Hanuman Dhoka Palace.
- Admire the sacred Pashupatinath Temple on the banks of the Bagmati River.
- Discover the massive Boudhanath Stupa, a Buddhist pilgrimage site.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Duration: 30-minute flight + 3-4 hours trek
- Highlights:
- Scenic flight over the Himalayas.
- Begin trekking through lush forests and Sherpa villages.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Phakding.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Cross suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River.
- First glimpse of Everest from the trail.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Activities:
- Hike to Everest View Hotel or Syangboche for panoramic mountain views.
- Visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and Namche Bazaar markets.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek through rhododendron forests.
- Visit the Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Tengboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
- Walk through the picturesque Pangboche village.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Activities:
- Optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m).
- Relax and prepare for higher altitudes.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Pass the Thukla Memorial dedicated to climbers.
- Stunning views of Pumori and Nuptse.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Highlights:
- Walk along the Khumbu Glacier to reach Everest Base Camp.
- Enjoy the breathtaking views of icefalls and peaks.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Gorakshep.
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Highlights:
- Watch the sunrise over Everest and other peaks from Kala Patthar.
- Begin the descent to lower altitudes.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Pheriche.
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Highlights:
- Retrace the trail with a lighter pace and enjoy the scenery.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Highlights:
- Celebrate the successful trek with your group.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lukla.
- Duration: 30-minute flight
- Activities:
- Free time to explore Thamel or shop for souvenirs.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Activities:
- Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Included
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels in Kathmandu (4 nights) and teahouses during the trek (14 nights).
- Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek.
- Transportation: Round-trip flights between Kathmandu and Lukla and airport transfers in Kathmandu.
- Permits: Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card.
- Guide and Crew: Experienced trekking guide and porters.
- Safety Equipment: First aid kit for emergencies.
Exclude
- International flights to/from Nepal.
- Travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking).
- Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast).
- Personal trekking gear (boots, jackets, sleeping bag).
- Snacks, beverages, and bottled water during the trek.
- Tips for guides, porters, and drivers.
