Adventure holidays

Everest Base Camp Trek

The classic Khumbu trek with a licensed guide and porters: Lukla, Namche Bazaar and Tengboche to Everest Base Camp at about 5,364 m and the Kala Patthar viewpoint at about 5,545 m.

Trip at a glance

Duration15 days / 14 nights
Starts inKathmandu
RouteKathmandu · Everest Base Camp
Places2 destinations
CountryNepal
Ideal forAdventure holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1S1L79

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April

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Everest Base Camp – Everest Base Camp

Trip overview

The classic Khumbu trek with a licensed guide and porters: Lukla, Namche Bazaar and Tengboche to Everest Base Camp at about 5,364 m and the Kala Patthar viewpoint at about 5,545 m.

The route spends 2 nights in Kathmandu and 12 nights in Everest Base Camp, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits adventure holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pashupatinath TempleBoudhanath StupaSwayambhunathEverest Base CampKala PattharNamche Bazaar

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive via Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Pashupatinath Temple: Sacred Shiva temple on the Bagmati

Day 2Kathmandu: Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath

Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in the world
Swayambhunath: Monkey temple overlooking the city

Day 3Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp

Travel from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Everest Base Camp hotel
Sunrise climb of Kala Patthar

Day 4Everest Base Camp: Acclimatisation hikes and Everest Base Camp

Acclimatisation hikes
Everest Base Camp: About 5,364 m at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall

Day 5Everest Base Camp: Kala Patthar and Namche Bazaar

Kala Patthar: About 5,545 m, the best viewpoint for Everest
Namche Bazaar: Sherpa trading town and acclimatisation stop

Day 6Everest Base Camp: Tengboche Monastery and Sagarmatha National Park

Tengboche Monastery: Monastery facing Ama Dablam
Sagarmatha National Park: UNESCO-listed park of the Everest region

Day 7Everest Base Camp: Mountain flight to Lukla

Mountain flight to Lukla

Day 8Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 9Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 10Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 11Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 12Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 13Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 14Everest Base Camp at your own pace

A free day in Everest Base Camp. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas

Day 15Depart from Everest Base Camp

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Fly to Kathmandu for your journey home

How this version is planned

Activities booked with licensed, insured operators
Fitness level and experience checked before we confirm each activity
Weather and season buffers built in for outdoor days
Travel insurance covering the activities strongly recommended
Rest days built in every few days

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kathmandu: Book the Everest flight for your first morning so there is a back-up day if weather cancels it.
Everest Base Camp: Lukla flights are often delayed by weather; we keep a spare day at the end of the plan.

At a glance

Duration: 15 days / 14 nights
Route: Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp
Ideal for: Adventure holidays
Best time: October to November and March to April; March to May and October to November
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1S1L79

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 14 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kathmandu: October to November and March to April. Everest Base Camp: March to May and October to November.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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