Itinerary – 20-Day Trekking Adventure with Lobuche East Climb

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Meet and greet at the airport, transfer to hotel. Briefing and gear check.

Day 2: Drive to Ramechhap and flight to Lukla (2,860 m), trek to Monjo (2,835 m)
Early morning transfer, scenic flight to Lukla, and first trekking stage through lush valleys and Sherpa villages.

Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Enter Sagarmatha National Park, cross high suspension bridges, and ascend the famous Namche hill.

Day 4: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Short hike to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung village. Stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.

Day 5: Trek to Thame (3,800 m)
Off the beaten path toward the peaceful Thame Valley, birthplace of many famous Sherpa climbers.

Day 6: Trek to Lungden (4,380 m)
Gradual ascent into the remote upper Bhote Koshi valley – ideal for acclimatization.

Day 7: Cross Renjo La Pass (5,360 m), trek to Gokyo (4,790 m)
Challenging pass crossing with breathtaking views of Everest and the Gokyo Lakes.

Day 8: Acclimatization hike to Gokyo Ri (5,360 m)
Sunrise ascent to this classic peak for one of the finest panoramic views in the Khumbu.

Day 9: Trek to Dragnag (4,700 m) via Ngozumpa Glacier
Careful glacier crossing to reach the base of Cho La Pass.

Day 10: Cross Cho La Pass (5,420 m), trek to Dzongla (4,830 m)
One of the most adventurous sections of the trek, with snow, ice, and rugged rock.

Day 11: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m)
Join the main Everest Base Camp trail again with views of Pumori and Nuptse.

Day 12: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), overnight in Gorak Shep (5,170 m)
Touch the legendary base camp, surrounded by icefalls and towering peaks.

Day 13: Sunrise hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m), return to Lobuche (4,910 m)
Enjoy the best view of Everest before descending to rest and prepare for the climb.

Day 14: Trek to Lobuche East High Camp (5,400 m)
Technical briefing, glacier travel training, and overnight at high camp.

Day 15: Climb Lobuche East (6,119 m), descend to Dingboche (4,410 m)
Alpine start for summit push; descend through the Khumbu to rest in Dingboche.

Day 16: Rest day
Well-earned rest in the peaceful village of Dingboche.

Day 17: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Descend past Tengboche Monastery with final views of Ama Dablam.

Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2,860 m)
Final trekking day along familiar paths – celebration evening in Lukla.

Day 19: Flight to Ramechhap, drive back to Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Transfer to hotel, optional city walk or rest.

Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to airport and international departure.