Fantastic panorama trekking in Nepal
This spectacular trekking tour has a lot to offer! On your hike over the fantastic Renjo La (5,360m) and Cho La (5,368m) passes, your guides will take you away from the regular routes through the beautiful mountains of the Sagarmatha National Park. A special feature of these paths is the breathtaking 360° view of the famous mountain giants of the Khumbu Himal.
Tour-Code: NEP01
Trekking tour
People & Nature
23 Days/ 22 Nights
Including the days of arrival and departure
Number of participants
max. 10 participants
Accommodation
Lodges, Hotels
Features
18 days lodge trekking at the foot of Mount Everest with 3 rest days in a uniquely beautiful mountain world for stress-free acclimatization!
Meals
Full board: 21 x breakfast, 13 x lunch, 21 x dinner
Transfer
domestic flights included (to and from Lukla)
Guide
All-day German-speaking guide Thomas Böhm
ITINERARY
DAY 1+2
DAY 3
DAY 4-5
DAY 6-8
DAY 9-10
DAY 11-12
DAY 13-15
DAY 16-17
DAY 18-20
DAY 21-23
MAP
INCLUDED SERVICES
NOT INCLUDED INTO THE SERVICE
CONDITIONS
Arrival days:
Arrive in Kathmandu - the largest city in Nepal
On the journey from the airport to the hotel you will get a first impression of the lively city life of Kathmandu. In the evening we meet for a traditional Nepalese welcome dinner and talk about tomorrow.
Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu - the largest city in Nepal
On the journey from the airport to the hotel you will get a first impression of the lively city life of Kathmandu. In the evening we meet for a traditional Nepalese welcome dinner and talk about tomorrow.
Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu
Ascent stage 1: Lukla (2,860 m) to Phakding (2,610 m)
Our trekking tour begins with a 40-minute panoramic flight along the main Himalayan range and takes us to Lukla, a small town in the middle of the mountains. Here we distribute our luggage to the already waiting porters and start our trek after a short rest. First it's a leisurely downhill ride along the Dudh Kosi to Phakding (2,610 m).
Overnight at a lodge in Phakding
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 215 m↑, 445 m↓
Our trekking tour begins with a 40-minute panoramic flight along the main Himalayan range and takes us to Lukla, a small town in the middle of the mountains. Here we distribute our luggage to the already waiting porters and start our trek after a short rest. First it's a leisurely downhill ride along the Dudh Kosi to Phakding (2,610 m).
Overnight at a lodge in Phakding
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 215 m↑, 445 m↓
Day 4
Stage 2: Phakding (2,610 m) to Namche Bazar (3,440 m)
Today we first follow the Dudh Kosi River through the fantastic landscape and pass some small towns. The highlight of this stage are the suspension bridges, from which we have an incredible view over the valley. During the ascent to Namche Bazar, we climb the ever steeper slopes and with a bit of luck we can catch a glimpse of Mount Everest.
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Trekking: approx. 6 h, 1075 m↑, 245 m↓
Day 5
Acclimation day in Namche Bazaar - full day
Namche Bazar is a small town whose houses are nestled in a horseshoe shape on the slope of a valley. The colorful and hustle and bustle invites you to explore. If you want, you can also hike towards Khunde or Khumjung (approx. 540 m↑↓), from where you have spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Stage 2: Phakding (2,610 m) to Namche Bazar (3,440 m)
Today we first follow the Dudh Kosi River through the fantastic landscape and pass some small towns. The highlight of this stage are the suspension bridges, from which we have an incredible view over the valley. During the ascent to Namche Bazar, we climb the ever steeper slopes and with a bit of luck we can catch a glimpse of Mount Everest.
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Trekking: approx. 6 h, 1075 m↑, 245 m↓
Day 5
Acclimation day in Namche Bazaar - full day
Namche Bazar is a small town whose houses are nestled in a horseshoe shape on the slope of a valley. The colorful and hustle and bustle invites you to explore. If you want, you can also hike towards Khunde or Khumjung (approx. 540 m↑↓), from where you have spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Day 6
Stage 3: Namche Bazar (3,440 m) to Thame (3,800 m)
This easy hiking stage brings us to Thame today. The traditional Sherpa village is about 3-4 h from Namche at an altitude of about 3,800 m. A monastery towers above the village, which is well worth seeing and which you are welcome to explore on your own.
Overnight in a lodge in Thame
Trekking: approx. 3-4 h, 600 m↑, 240 m↓
Day 7
Stage 4: Thame (3,800 m) to Lungden (4,400 m)
The next stage follows the northbound valley through which an ancient trade route runs towards the Tibetan border. At some point, however, we leave the valley floor and hike steadily uphill instead. We pass through the village of Marlung (4,150 m) and then finally stop in Lungden (4,400 m).
Overnight at a lodge in Lungden
Trekking: approx. 4-5 h, 700 m↑, 100 m↓
(B/L/D)
Day 8
Acclimatization day in Lungden - full day
In the meantime we have passed the 4,000 m mark for the first time - a good reason to take time for a rest and acclimatization day. From Lungden we have a great view of the peak of Kyajo Ri (6,186m) which overlooks the Sherpa site. Here we can take our time and get used to the 4,000 m altitude before we climb further tomorrow.
Overnight at a lodge in Lungden
Stage 3: Namche Bazar (3,440 m) to Thame (3,800 m)
This easy hiking stage brings us to Thame today. The traditional Sherpa village is about 3-4 h from Namche at an altitude of about 3,800 m. A monastery towers above the village, which is well worth seeing and which you are welcome to explore on your own.
Overnight in a lodge in Thame
Trekking: approx. 3-4 h, 600 m↑, 240 m↓
Day 7
Stage 4: Thame (3,800 m) to Lungden (4,400 m)
The next stage follows the northbound valley through which an ancient trade route runs towards the Tibetan border. At some point, however, we leave the valley floor and hike steadily uphill instead. We pass through the village of Marlung (4,150 m) and then finally stop in Lungden (4,400 m).
Overnight at a lodge in Lungden
Trekking: approx. 4-5 h, 700 m↑, 100 m↓
(B/L/D)
Day 8
Acclimatization day in Lungden - full day
In the meantime we have passed the 4,000 m mark for the first time - a good reason to take time for a rest and acclimatization day. From Lungden we have a great view of the peak of Kyajo Ri (6,186m) which overlooks the Sherpa site. Here we can take our time and get used to the 4,000 m altitude before we climb further tomorrow.
Overnight at a lodge in Lungden
Day 9
Stage 5: Lungden (4,400 m) to Renjo La (5,360 m)
Today it's over the first pass! From Lungden we climb past Lake Relmo Tsho to Renjo La (5,360 m). For this we hike over gentle slopes and loose gravel fields and finally reach the Renjo La at over 5,000 m altitude.
Stage 6: Renjo La (5,360 m) to Gokyo (4,790 m)
From Renjo La, we climb increasingly steep paths, which give us a fantastic panorama over Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. These represent the 8,000m peaks of this region and are part of a gigantic sea of peaks. Once we reach the highest point of the pass, we slowly descend again towards the beautiful Gokyo Alm.
Overnight at a lodge in Gokyo
Trekking: approx. 8 h, 1000 m↑, 610 m↓
Day 10
Acclimation day in Gokyo - full day
Here you have the opportunity to take a trip to one of the Gokyo Lakes and marvel at the breathtaking landscape of the high valley in combination with the shimmering turquoise lakes.
Alternatively, you can also take part in climbing the Gokyo Ri panoramic mountain and enjoy the summit panorama from there.
If you just want to relax, you have plenty of opportunity to do so in the cozy lodge and in the surrounding area.
Overnight stay as the day before
Trekking: Gokyo Ri approx. 4 h, 570 m↑, 570 m↓
Stage 5: Lungden (4,400 m) to Renjo La (5,360 m)
Today it's over the first pass! From Lungden we climb past Lake Relmo Tsho to Renjo La (5,360 m). For this we hike over gentle slopes and loose gravel fields and finally reach the Renjo La at over 5,000 m altitude.
Stage 6: Renjo La (5,360 m) to Gokyo (4,790 m)
From Renjo La, we climb increasingly steep paths, which give us a fantastic panorama over Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. These represent the 8,000m peaks of this region and are part of a gigantic sea of peaks. Once we reach the highest point of the pass, we slowly descend again towards the beautiful Gokyo Alm.
Overnight at a lodge in Gokyo
Trekking: approx. 8 h, 1000 m↑, 610 m↓
Day 10
Acclimation day in Gokyo - full day
Here you have the opportunity to take a trip to one of the Gokyo Lakes and marvel at the breathtaking landscape of the high valley in combination with the shimmering turquoise lakes.
Alternatively, you can also take part in climbing the Gokyo Ri panoramic mountain and enjoy the summit panorama from there.
If you just want to relax, you have plenty of opportunity to do so in the cozy lodge and in the surrounding area.
Overnight stay as the day before
Trekking: Gokyo Ri approx. 4 h, 570 m↑, 570 m↓
Day 11
Stage 7: Gokyo (4,790 m) to Dragnag (4,700 m)
Today we cross the crevasse-free Ngozumpa Glacier on a narrow path marked with "cairns". Nepal's largest glacier, which is easily traversed, one can find sediments, crystals and chunks of iron ore that were quarried out of the surrounding mountains many thousands of years ago. After 2-3 h we reach Dragnag (4,700 m).
Overnight in a lodge in Dragnag
Trekking: approx. 2-3 h, 110 m↑, 200 m↓
Day 12
Stage 8: Dragnag (4,700 m) to Cho La Pass (5,368 m)
Crossing the Cho La Pass (5,368 m) can take up to 10 h in total and is the goal of the next 2 days. A small path winds its way up through the mountains to the top of the pass (walking time approx. 4-5 h).
Stage 9: Cho La Pass (5,368 m) to Dzonglha (4,830 m)
Arriving at the top of the pass, our route takes us over a long snow field before we descend into a side valley of the main Khumbu valley (walking time approx. 3 h).
Overnight at a lodge in Dzonglha
Trekking: approx. 8-10 h, 750 m↑, 620 m↓
For this day there are increased demands on surefootedness and endurance.
Stage 7: Gokyo (4,790 m) to Dragnag (4,700 m)
Today we cross the crevasse-free Ngozumpa Glacier on a narrow path marked with "cairns". Nepal's largest glacier, which is easily traversed, one can find sediments, crystals and chunks of iron ore that were quarried out of the surrounding mountains many thousands of years ago. After 2-3 h we reach Dragnag (4,700 m).
Overnight in a lodge in Dragnag
Trekking: approx. 2-3 h, 110 m↑, 200 m↓
Day 12
Stage 8: Dragnag (4,700 m) to Cho La Pass (5,368 m)
Crossing the Cho La Pass (5,368 m) can take up to 10 h in total and is the goal of the next 2 days. A small path winds its way up through the mountains to the top of the pass (walking time approx. 4-5 h).
Stage 9: Cho La Pass (5,368 m) to Dzonglha (4,830 m)
Arriving at the top of the pass, our route takes us over a long snow field before we descend into a side valley of the main Khumbu valley (walking time approx. 3 h).
Overnight at a lodge in Dzonglha
Trekking: approx. 8-10 h, 750 m↑, 620 m↓
For this day there are increased demands on surefootedness and endurance.
Day 13
Stage 10: Dzonglha (4,830 m) to Lobuche (4,910 m)
Today's stage takes us to Lobuche. On easy to walk and mostly level hiking trails, we go towards our final destination. After a while we come to the "normal route".
Overnight in a lodge in Lobuche
Trekking: about 4 h
Day 14
Stage 11: Lobuche (4,910m) to Gorak Shep (5,140m)
On the initially only slightly uphill path, it goes in the gigantic high mountain landscape in the direction of Gorak Shep. After midday, now that we are well acclimatised, we begin the ascent to the summit of the 5,650 m high Kala Pattar panoramic mountain. From this point we can enjoy the afterglow and sunset on Mount Everest. Well equipped, you can stay up here long after dark! The atmosphere is stunning and when the stars come out on a clear night, this panorama is unforgettable and will be the highlight of the trip for many!
Overnight at a lodge in Gorak Shep
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 500 m↑, 500 m↓
Day 15
Climb to Mount Everest base camp - full day
The base camp has most likely already been dismantled because there are no expeditions here in November and December, but you still have a fabulous view of Kala Pattar from here.
Overnight at a lodge in Gorak Shep
Trekking: approx. 4-5 h, 300 m↑, 300 m↓
Stage 10: Dzonglha (4,830 m) to Lobuche (4,910 m)
Today's stage takes us to Lobuche. On easy to walk and mostly level hiking trails, we go towards our final destination. After a while we come to the "normal route".
Overnight in a lodge in Lobuche
Trekking: about 4 h
Day 14
Stage 11: Lobuche (4,910m) to Gorak Shep (5,140m)
On the initially only slightly uphill path, it goes in the gigantic high mountain landscape in the direction of Gorak Shep. After midday, now that we are well acclimatised, we begin the ascent to the summit of the 5,650 m high Kala Pattar panoramic mountain. From this point we can enjoy the afterglow and sunset on Mount Everest. Well equipped, you can stay up here long after dark! The atmosphere is stunning and when the stars come out on a clear night, this panorama is unforgettable and will be the highlight of the trip for many!
Overnight at a lodge in Gorak Shep
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 500 m↑, 500 m↓
Day 15
Climb to Mount Everest base camp - full day
The base camp has most likely already been dismantled because there are no expeditions here in November and December, but you still have a fabulous view of Kala Pattar from here.
Overnight at a lodge in Gorak Shep
Trekking: approx. 4-5 h, 300 m↑, 300 m↓
Day 16
Descent stage 1: Gorak Shep (5,140 m) to Pheriche (4,240 m)
After breakfast, the well-known route is a bit downhill. After about 2 hof walking, we can see the first shrines, stone figures and memorial boards bearing the names of the Sherpas and mountaineers who died on Mount Everest. We'll take a few minutes and let the reality sink in – as beautiful as this place is, it's just as dangerous. With the warning to always be alert and careful, we continue walking and enjoy the descent.
Overnight in a lodge in Pheriche
Day 17
Stage 2: Pheriche (4,240 m) to Tengboche (3,860 m)
It always goes along the slope through several small Sherpa villages with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. After crossing a suspension bridge, a short but steep climb (approx. 30-40 min) leads up to Tengboche (3,860 m). Here, the world-famous Sherpa monastery is our destination for the day. A visit to the religious site is just as worthwhile as the view of the surrounding ice-covered mountains.
Overnight in a lodge not far from the monastery in Tengboche
Trekking: approx. 6 h, 140 m↑, 690 m↓
Descent stage 1: Gorak Shep (5,140 m) to Pheriche (4,240 m)
After breakfast, the well-known route is a bit downhill. After about 2 hof walking, we can see the first shrines, stone figures and memorial boards bearing the names of the Sherpas and mountaineers who died on Mount Everest. We'll take a few minutes and let the reality sink in – as beautiful as this place is, it's just as dangerous. With the warning to always be alert and careful, we continue walking and enjoy the descent.
Overnight in a lodge in Pheriche
Day 17
Stage 2: Pheriche (4,240 m) to Tengboche (3,860 m)
It always goes along the slope through several small Sherpa villages with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. After crossing a suspension bridge, a short but steep climb (approx. 30-40 min) leads up to Tengboche (3,860 m). Here, the world-famous Sherpa monastery is our destination for the day. A visit to the religious site is just as worthwhile as the view of the surrounding ice-covered mountains.
Overnight in a lodge not far from the monastery in Tengboche
Trekking: approx. 6 h, 140 m↑, 690 m↓
Day 18
Stage 3: Tengboche (3,860m) - Namche Bazar (3,440m)
The way back through the long Khumbu valley offers scenic impressions. The route takes us back to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazar (3,440 m).
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 360 m↑, 780 m↓
Day 19
Stage 4: Namche Bazar (3,440m) - Phakding (2,610m)
On the penultimate stage of the day we continue in the direction of Lukla, the starting point of our trekking tour. At Monjo we leave the Sagarmatha National Park, whose fascinatingly beautiful high mountain landscape has impressed us again and again in the last few days. You cross the Dudh Kosi several times on the suspension bridges already known from the way there and finally reach Phakding.
Overnight at a lodge in Phakding
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 350 m↑, 950 m↓
Day 20
Stage 5: Phakding (2,610m) - Lukla (2,840m)
Today we return to Lukla on the well-known route. Here we enjoy the last coffee in the Himalayan region. In the evening we celebrate our farewell with our porter team. Full of joy and melancholy, but indescribably happy about what we have experienced, we say goodbye to this incredible mountain world!
Overnight in a lodge in Lukla
Trekking: about 5 h
Stage 3: Tengboche (3,860m) - Namche Bazar (3,440m)
The way back through the long Khumbu valley offers scenic impressions. The route takes us back to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazar (3,440 m).
Overnight in a lodge in Namche Bazaar
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 360 m↑, 780 m↓
Day 19
Stage 4: Namche Bazar (3,440m) - Phakding (2,610m)
On the penultimate stage of the day we continue in the direction of Lukla, the starting point of our trekking tour. At Monjo we leave the Sagarmatha National Park, whose fascinatingly beautiful high mountain landscape has impressed us again and again in the last few days. You cross the Dudh Kosi several times on the suspension bridges already known from the way there and finally reach Phakding.
Overnight at a lodge in Phakding
Trekking: approx. 4 h, 350 m↑, 950 m↓
Day 20
Stage 5: Phakding (2,610m) - Lukla (2,840m)
Today we return to Lukla on the well-known route. Here we enjoy the last coffee in the Himalayan region. In the evening we celebrate our farewell with our porter team. Full of joy and melancholy, but indescribably happy about what we have experienced, we say goodbye to this incredible mountain world!
Overnight in a lodge in Lukla
Trekking: about 5 h
Day 21
Flight from Lukla (2,840m) to Kathmandu (1,500m) and free time
If the weather is good, the flight back to Lukla is an experience in itself. We fly directly along the main Himalayan chain and have a fantastic view of the countless rock and ice giants. The next few hours are then free for us.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Day 22
Free time in Kathmandu – full day
If you want, you can be surprised by its charm on a tour through the interesting old town with us. In the evening we have one last dinner together in a pretty and quiet garden restaurant.
Overnight stay as the day before
Day 23
Return flight
Your return flight ends the tour.
See you on a new journey!
Flight from Lukla (2,840m) to Kathmandu (1,500m) and free time
If the weather is good, the flight back to Lukla is an experience in itself. We fly directly along the main Himalayan chain and have a fantastic view of the countless rock and ice giants. The next few hours are then free for us.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Day 22
Free time in Kathmandu – full day
If you want, you can be surprised by its charm on a tour through the interesting old town with us. In the evening we have one last dinner together in a pretty and quiet garden restaurant.
Overnight stay as the day before
Day 23
Return flight
Your return flight ends the tour.
See you on a new journey!
German tour guide (with 4-7 participants with guide Thomas Böhm / with 8-10 participants with guides Thomas Böhm and Haiqi Liao)
Domestic flights Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu
4 x airport transfers
All meals á la carte during the trekking (incl. 1 x hot drink)
All trips in private vehicles
All entrance fees Everest National Park and Bodnath Stupa
Porter during the trekking for max. 12 kg of personal luggage
3 x nights in a hotel in a double room with breakfast
18 x nights in a double room in mountain huts or Himalayan lodges
Excursion to Bodnath Stupa - one of the largest stupas in Asia
Tips
Domestic flights Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu
4 x airport transfers
All meals á la carte during the trekking (incl. 1 x hot drink)
All trips in private vehicles
All entrance fees Everest National Park and Bodnath Stupa
Porter during the trekking for max. 12 kg of personal luggage
3 x nights in a hotel in a double room with breakfast
18 x nights in a double room in mountain huts or Himalayan lodges
Excursion to Bodnath Stupa - one of the largest stupas in Asia
Tips
Flights to Nepal and back
Hot drinks outside of meals
Visa (on arrival)
Transfer from and to the airport
Self-organized visits and excursions
Cancellation insurance
International health insurance - condition for participation!
Hot drinks outside of meals
Visa (on arrival)
Transfer from and to the airport
Self-organized visits and excursions
Cancellation insurance
International health insurance - condition for participation!
Technically easy but conditionally demanding mountain hike
(walking time approx. 8 h on days with pass crossing)
(walking time approx. 8 h on days with pass crossing)
Thomas Böhm works as a magazine author and freelance photographer for various international agencies. For almost 30 years he has mainly been traveling to North America and Asia. Ladakh ("Little Tibet") in the Indian Himalayas became his second home during this time. He often spends the majority of the year here. He is considered to be an absolute connoisseur of this very familiar region. Nobody in German-speaking countries led more winter expeditions "Chadar" on the frozen Zanzkar River. Whether in Nepal, Burma, China or Ladakh, his positive nature is contagious and motivating at the same time. He likes to pass on his photographic knowledge and experience.
Guide Haiqi Liao-Böhm
Haiqi Liao-Böhm met her husband in Yunnan, her home province in south-central China. Both have a passion for photography, diving and a curiosity for everything unknown. As a freelance photographer, she is a recognized member of the "Chinese National Geographic Society". She gained further international experience on various individually organized trips of several months through Asia. Haiqi organized and led the tour on the Silk Road independently with great success.
Guide Thomas Böhm
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