Mountain and Monastery Trek
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Nepal Myth & Mountain Trails Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Embark on an unforgettable journey with the monastery-to-mountain trek, a captivating adventure that begins in the picturesque lower Solukhumbu region and leads to Namche Bazaar, renowned as the best viewpoint for the majestic Mount Everest. This trek offers an exhilarating blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and spiritual heritage, making it a unique experience for trekkers and adventurers alike. Starting from lower Solukhumbu, the trail winds through lush forests, vibrant rhododendron blooms, and charming Sherpa villages, immersing you in the stunning landscapes of the Khumbu region. As you trek, you’ll encounter friendly locals, experience their warm hospitality, and gain insight into their unique way of life. The rhythmic sound of flowing Tranquillity Rivers and the distant echoes of prayer flags create an ambience of tranquillity and wonder. One of the highlights of this trek is the exploration of the oldest Tengboche Monastery, a sacred site perched on a hilltop with breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. This impressive monastery, dating back to the 20th century, is a spiritual centre for the Sherpa community and a place of reflection. Here, you can witness the monks in prayer, marvel at the intricate murals, and learn about the rich Buddhist traditions that shape the region's culture. As you ascend towards Namche Bazaar, the excitement builds. This bustling hub is the gateway to the Everest region, offering a vibrant market atmosphere filled with shops, cafes, and a taste of Sherpa life. The highlight of your trek awaits as you reach the viewpoint overlooking Mount Everest, where the world's highest peak stands tall against the horizon. The panoramic vistas of the Himalayan range are simply awe-inspiring, providing the perfect backdrop for photography and reflection. Throughout your trek, you'll have the opportunity to visit numerous other famous monasteries, each with its unique character and history, enriching your journey with spiritual insights and cultural experiences. The monastery-to-mountain trek is more than just a physical challenge; it’s a transformative journey that connects you with the heart and soul of the Himalayas, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Welcome to Nepal: Arrival — Flying into Kathmandu, you'll have views of the Himalaya and of the terraced fields and hillsides, below. After completing customs, a representative will be waiting to greet you and drive you to your hotel.
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Day 2Free Day and Evening Trek Briefing — Kathmandu has a special atmosphere during the early morning hours when the city is slowly coming to life yet not too chaotic. It's a great time to walk and explore the streets or have a chai overlooking one of the local courtyards or durbar squares.
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Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Phaplu: — Early morning, pick up from your hotel and drive to Phaplu. It's a long drive up to Phaplu of around 10 hours, so you need to start early. After reaching Phaplu, stay in the local lodge available.
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Day 4Trek from Phaplu to Taksindu, Expore Taksindu Monastery — Starting with our crew and organizing the porters loads we set off heading north through the foothills of the Himalaya. Our trail is undulating as we cross several side valleys and we pass through the villages of Chewang and Beni before reaching Ringmo. Here we join the Everest trail coming from Jiri and we now follow this over the Thaksindo La (3070m) which gives access to the Dudh Kosi Valley, the main drainage of the Everest region. We stay tonight in the village of Thaksindo (2960m) located just below the pass.
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Day 5Trek from Thaksindu to Kharikhola (6,726 feet / 2050 m) — The day starts with a long downhill leg as we descend 1300 metres to the Dudh Kosi. We pass through the large village of Nuntalla (2194m) before reaching the foaming river. In Nepali, Dudh means milk and Koshi is a river, so this is the 'Milk River', which brings the melt from Everest's snow down to India's plains. We cross on a long suspension bridge and on the other side; we reach the small settlement of Jubhing (1680m). Now heading north we follow the river gradually climbing above it and entering the side valley of the Khari Khola (Khola = River).
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Day 6Trek from Kharikhola to Puiyan (9,088 feet / 2,770 m) — After breakfast in Kharikhola, the trail follows a flat path and steeply climbs to Khari La Pass (2880m.). While trekking, you'll pass through rhododendron and oak forests, as well as small Sherpa settlements and tea shops. From this point, you'll be able to see excellent views of different mountains such as Chuili, Cho-Oyu, Gyangchung Kang, and Thamserku. Now, your trail gently descends and flattens out to Chaubar passing through bamboo forests until you reach Puiya for the night.
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Day 7Trek from Puiyan to Phakding (8,563 feet / 2,610 m) — The trail goes through the Jungle with Bamboo bushes descending to the small settlement of Burke Village. Where Pasang Lhamu Sherpa (the first Nepalese woman to climb the summit of Mount Everest 22-April-1993) was born on 10th December 1961 in Sukre village. Now, the trail goes to the north a large scattered village with fertile land and gets to Chaurikharka, a monastery, and a high school. Chaurikharka (2,694m) is known as the bread basket of the Khumbu area due to growing sufficient barley, wheat and enough green vegetables. The trail continues upwards high above the Dudh Koshi River to the Phakding (2,610m) via Chhipling and Ghat. From the Chheplung, you will see more trekkers fly to Lukla heading to EBC and coming back from Everest Base Camp trek complied. The trail is quite busy with trekkers, porters, and Yaks.
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Day 8Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (11,290 feet / 3,440 m) — After breakfast in Phakding, you'll start a steady and steep incline towards Namche. This is a challenging day as you'll start to feel the altitude. The route also consists of several high-suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi River that you need to cross.
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Day 9Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar: — Today is a rest day so take time to relax and sleep in. Namche is tucked away between two ridges amid the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops, and souvenir markets. It is an ideal place to spend a day acclimatizing to the higher altitude.
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Day 10Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche, Explore Tengboche Monastery — After breakfast in Namche, you'll follow the trail along the side of the valley high above the Dudh Kosi River. You'll get your first views of the Khumbu region's giant peaks: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. Pass by several villages and numerous tea shops, and descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga. The village is an ideal stopover for lunch and you can rest before making the steep climb to Tengboche.
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Day 11Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar — After breakfast in Tengboche, you'll follow the trail down along the side of the valley high above the Dudh Kosi River. Pass by several villages and numerous tea shops, and descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga. The village is an ideal stopover for lunch and you can rest before making the descent to Namche.
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Day 12Trek from Namche to Phakding — After breakfast in Namche, you'll start a steady and steep decline towards Phakding. The route also consists of a number of high-suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi River that you need to cross. Phakding to Namche bazaar distance is 9.4 kilometres. Phakding is a small and beautiful village located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Phakding is situated at 2,610 meters and Namche is situated at 3,440 meters above sea level. The walking duration from Phakding to Namche bazaar is 5 to 6 hours to cross the 830 meters elevation.
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Day 13Trek from Phakding to Lukla — After breakfast in Phakding, today is a short hike to Lukla. the last section of trail before arriving takes you uphill a fitting way to finish. With Lukla's handful of shops, bars, and cafes—and even a faux Starbucks!—there are plenty of things to occupy your time as you reflect on your experience.
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Day 14Fly from Lukla to Rammechhap and Drive back to Kathmandu. — After your breakfast in Lukla; you will fly to Rammechhap (25 minutes flight). Try to get a window seat on the right-hand side of the plane and keep your camera close: the flight takes you between mountains and through valleys, with great views of the Himalayas on clear days. After your arrival, our representative will be waiting at the airport. Then, you will drive from Rammechhap to Kathmandu (4-5 hours' drive) and will be transferred to your respective hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 15Depart Kathmandu!! — It's time to say farewell to Nepal! Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a city stroll, and/or souvenir shopping. A representative will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the airport for your return flight home.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- International arrival and departure transfer in a private vehicle.
- Kathmandu to Phaplu transfers in a private vehicle.
- Flight from Lukla – Ramechhap airfare and Ramechhap – Kathmandu transfer in a private vehicle.
- 12 nights’ accommodation in the best tea house during the trek.
- Meals on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner with Tea/coffee) during the trek & climbing period.
- Required trekking permits, National park fees
- Certified, English-speaking & experienced trekking guide and a porter during the trek.
- Salary and insurance for staff
- Kit bags (Duffle bag)
- Basic first aid kits
- All applicable government charges
Not included
- International flights & Nepal Visa fee
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu (Can be arranged upon request)
- Alcoholic and Non- alcoholic beverages during the trek
- Travel insurance and emergency rescues
- Personal expenses like Shower, gadget charging, laundry, gratitude, gears, etc.
- Other items not mentioned
Essential trip information
Accommodation
Tea house and luxury.
Fitness & eligibility
3
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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