12 Days Gokyo Valley Trek From Kathmandu
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Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our office representative who will then transfer you to your hotel. 0vernight at a 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight hotel in Kathmandu .
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886 m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m/ 4 hrs)
Stop At: Phakding, Phakding, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You take early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The landscape changes from green hills to snow-capped mountains as you enjoy the aerial view of your 40 min flight. Upon landing in Lukla, the trek starts as you head towards Phakding. You will only walk a short distance today for acclimatization purpose. Passing through many Sherpa villages and enjoying the fresh air of the Himalayas, you arrive in Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at guest house in Phakding.
Day 3: Phakding-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/7 hrs)
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today you will reach the commercial hub of Khunba, Namche Bazaar, which is also known as the gateway to Everest. The trail walks mostly alongside Dudh Koshi River and goes through rhododdendron and magnolia forest leading to the checkpoint of Sagarmatha National Park at Mojo. Then, crossing Dudh Koshi River several times on suspension bridge, you arrive in the Sherps town of Namche Bazaar. Enjoy the panorama of Everest (8848 m) and other mountains. Overnight in Namche.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at guest house in Namche Bazaar.
Day 4: Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today is a rest day in Namche for acclimatizatiom purpose. However, you can hike up to Hotel Everest View (3962 m), the highest operating hotel, for a stunning panorama of Mt.Everest (8848 m) along with other peaks of Khumbu. Later, you can explore the market of Namche and visit the Sherpa Museum to get to understand the culture and life of the Sherpa in the Himalayas. Overnight in Namche.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Namche Bazaar.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar-Dhole (4040 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Dudh Koshi River, Sagarmatha National Park Nepal
Leaving Namche, you follow the trial of Dudh Koshi River upstream and ascent on a trail field with Mami walls and prayer flags. The peaks of Everest (8848 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Lhotse (8414 m), Taboche (6367 m), and so on can be seen glimmering on the skyline. You reach Dhole after passing through several Sherpa Village and small monastries. Overnight in Dhole.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Dhole.
Day 6: Dhole-Machhermo (4150 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Machhermo, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
The trail from Dhole to Machhermo features a continuous view of the snowy peaks like Taboche (6367 m), Cholastse (6335 m), Cho Oyu (8188 m), Everest (8848 m) and so on. You make gradual ascend alongside Dudh Koshi River and pass the settlement of Kele and Luza before arriving in Machhermo. Overnight in Machhermo.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Machhermo.
Day 7: Machhermo-Gokyo (4750 m/5 hrs)
Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today is the day you reach your ultimate destination, Gokyo valley.As you ascend on the banks of Dudh Koshi River with the views of the Khumbu Himalayas. You pass a few monastries and chortens before arriving at the first Gokyo Lake. Then, walking on the moraines of Ngozumpa Glacier, you arrive at the second lake, and finally at the third lake, behind which the ancient Sherpa villages of Gokyo resides. Overnight in Gokyo.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Gokyo.
Day 8: Excursion Day in Gokyo, day hike to Gokyo Peak (5483 m)
Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You will spend the whole day exploring the Gokyo vicinity. You can either just strool around the village or hike up to Gokyo Ri 95360 m) for a mind-blowing vista of Cho Oyo (8188m), Everest (8848 m), and the Mahalangur Himalayan Rnage. You will also able to see the whole Gokyo Valley and the Gokyo Lakes along with Ngozumpa Glacier from the top of Gokyo Ri (5360 m). Hike back to Gokyo village .Overnight in Gokyo.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Gokyo.
Day 9: Trek back from Gokyo-Dhole (4040 m/7 hrs)
Stop At: Machhermo, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
It is time to say goodbye to the pristine valley of Gokyo. You leave the third, second, and first Gokyo Lake respectively and walk past the settlements of Phanga, Machhermo, Luza, and Kele to arrive in Dhole. Throughout the trek, you will be accompanied by the views of Cholatse (6335 m) and Taboche (6367 m). Overnight in Dhole.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Dhole.
Day 10: Dhole-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Leaving Dhole behind , you head back to the vibrant town of Namche Bazaar. You trek downhill to Sanasa via Phortse Thanga and Mong to join the bustling Everest Base Camp trail. You then descend through the alpine forest and past small monastries to reach Namche Bazaar. Feel free to explore the pubs and eateries in Namche . Overnight stay in Namche
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Namche.
Day 11: Namche Bazaar-Lukla (2886 m/8 hrs)
Stop At: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You will receive your way from Namche Bazaar to Lukla following the trail of Dudh Koshi River. As yoy trek through the Rhododendron forest, you will pass many Sherpa village ,age-old monasteries, painted mani walls, and prayer wheels before you arrive in Lukla. Overnight stay in Lukla.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Lukla.
Day 12: Fly from Lukla-Kathmandu which takes 40 min.
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
You will fly over the mountains one more time as you board youe early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Duration: 40 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our office representative who will then transfer you to your hotel. 0vernight at a 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight hotel in Kathmandu .
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886 m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m/ 4 hrs)
Stop At: Phakding, Phakding, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You take early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The landscape changes from green hills to snow-capped mountains as you enjoy the aerial view of your 40 min flight. Upon landing in Lukla, the trek starts as you head towards Phakding. You will only walk a short distance today for acclimatization purpose. Passing through many Sherpa villages and enjoying the fresh air of the Himalayas, you arrive in Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at guest house in Phakding.
Day 3: Phakding-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/7 hrs)
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today you will reach the commercial hub of Khunba, Namche Bazaar, which is also known as the gateway to Everest. The trail walks mostly alongside Dudh Koshi River and goes through rhododdendron and magnolia forest leading to the checkpoint of Sagarmatha National Park at Mojo. Then, crossing Dudh Koshi River several times on suspension bridge, you arrive in the Sherps town of Namche Bazaar. Enjoy the panorama of Everest (8848 m) and other mountains. Overnight in Namche.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at guest house in Namche Bazaar.
Day 4: Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today is a rest day in Namche for acclimatizatiom purpose. However, you can hike up to Hotel Everest View (3962 m), the highest operating hotel, for a stunning panorama of Mt.Everest (8848 m) along with other peaks of Khumbu. Later, you can explore the market of Namche and visit the Sherpa Museum to get to understand the culture and life of the Sherpa in the Himalayas. Overnight in Namche.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Namche Bazaar.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar-Dhole (4040 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Dudh Koshi River, Sagarmatha National Park Nepal
Leaving Namche, you follow the trial of Dudh Koshi River upstream and ascent on a trail field with Mami walls and prayer flags. The peaks of Everest (8848 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Lhotse (8414 m), Taboche (6367 m), and so on can be seen glimmering on the skyline. You reach Dhole after passing through several Sherpa Village and small monastries. Overnight in Dhole.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Dhole.
Day 6: Dhole-Machhermo (4150 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Machhermo, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
The trail from Dhole to Machhermo features a continuous view of the snowy peaks like Taboche (6367 m), Cholastse (6335 m), Cho Oyu (8188 m), Everest (8848 m) and so on. You make gradual ascend alongside Dudh Koshi River and pass the settlement of Kele and Luza before arriving in Machhermo. Overnight in Machhermo.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Machhermo.
Day 7: Machhermo-Gokyo (4750 m/5 hrs)
Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Today is the day you reach your ultimate destination, Gokyo valley.As you ascend on the banks of Dudh Koshi River with the views of the Khumbu Himalayas. You pass a few monastries and chortens before arriving at the first Gokyo Lake. Then, walking on the moraines of Ngozumpa Glacier, you arrive at the second lake, and finally at the third lake, behind which the ancient Sherpa villages of Gokyo resides. Overnight in Gokyo.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Gokyo.
Day 8: Excursion Day in Gokyo, day hike to Gokyo Peak (5483 m)
Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You will spend the whole day exploring the Gokyo vicinity. You can either just strool around the village or hike up to Gokyo Ri 95360 m) for a mind-blowing vista of Cho Oyo (8188m), Everest (8848 m), and the Mahalangur Himalayan Rnage. You will also able to see the whole Gokyo Valley and the Gokyo Lakes along with Ngozumpa Glacier from the top of Gokyo Ri (5360 m). Hike back to Gokyo village .Overnight in Gokyo.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Gokyo.
Day 9: Trek back from Gokyo-Dhole (4040 m/7 hrs)
Stop At: Machhermo, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
It is time to say goodbye to the pristine valley of Gokyo. You leave the third, second, and first Gokyo Lake respectively and walk past the settlements of Phanga, Machhermo, Luza, and Kele to arrive in Dhole. Throughout the trek, you will be accompanied by the views of Cholatse (6335 m) and Taboche (6367 m). Overnight in Dhole.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Dhole.
Day 10: Dhole-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/6 hrs)
Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Leaving Dhole behind , you head back to the vibrant town of Namche Bazaar. You trek downhill to Sanasa via Phortse Thanga and Mong to join the bustling Everest Base Camp trail. You then descend through the alpine forest and past small monastries to reach Namche Bazaar. Feel free to explore the pubs and eateries in Namche . Overnight stay in Namche
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Namche.
Day 11: Namche Bazaar-Lukla (2886 m/8 hrs)
Stop At: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
You will receive your way from Namche Bazaar to Lukla following the trail of Dudh Koshi River. As yoy trek through the Rhododendron forest, you will pass many Sherpa village ,age-old monasteries, painted mani walls, and prayer wheels before you arrive in Lukla. Overnight stay in Lukla.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at guest house in Lukla.
Day 12: Fly from Lukla-Kathmandu which takes 40 min.
Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
You will fly over the mountains one more time as you board youe early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Duration: 40 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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