Everest Three Pass Trek

Welcome to Kathmandu, the city of temples, you can call it the most developed city of Nepal as of now, and it is here, where we are located to serve you in a way you want right from TRIBHUWAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, where you can see us waiting for you with our TRAVEL MAX GUIDE SIGN BOARD, and your name so that you can spot us at once, and you will be taken to your hotel in a vehicle or to our office where you can ask us questions if you have any, having tea or coffee, after all these activities if you have time, then there is nothing better than spending your time in Thamel, the tourist hub which is just outside the door of our office, you ask us, what you want to eat, what you want to enjoy, we will show you what you want to see and what you want to do in Thamel that the tourist like you most desired in a new place because we know all the things, and WE ARE WITH YOU from today till we depart you from Nepal.

The sightseeing that you are going to do, today, comprises of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and they can be categorized as Stupas, Temples, and Palaces. The sightseeing can be personalized, according to your interest, and all the effective route planning for the sightseeing will be done by the city guide of TMG.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

From the hotel where you are staying, nothing is near the Kathmandu Durbar Square. It was a ceremonial site; it was a palace where the would-be kings used to be coronated in the past, now it is a palace cum museum, and to be there is to experience how the royals spend their life. Stand among the monuments, temples, and statues that back to the 17th and 18th century. 

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

Be well prepared in advance because this stupa is located at quite an altitude and is more than 2,000 years old. This is the most important of all the Buddhist Stupas in Nepal and has a fascinating face of Lord Buddha on every side, and its base has the stonework of 5 Dhyani Buddhas – Vairocana, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, Amoghasiddhi, and Aksobhya, and each of these represents the wisdom of Lord Buddha. People flock to this stupa to see the birds-eye view of Kathmandu.

Pashupatinath 

Pashupatinath is as old as the hills, but the Hindu Committees of Nepal, looks after it, such as renovation and maintenance, and there are new adds on in and around the temple. Pashupatinath is the most important temple of Lord Shiva and located not far away from the heart of Kathmandu. Only Hindus are permitted to enter from the main gate to Pashupatinath Temple. As a visitor, you will enjoy the rich combination of architecture from a distance. If you are lucky, then you might see the Hindu Cremation taking place.

Bouddhanath 

Bouddhanath is also a stupa. It is one of the holiest pilgrimages of the Buddhists. It has a white doom just like Swayambhunath, whatever the myth is, it contains the bones of Kasyapa Buddha (Buddha incarnation), while others say it contains the bone of Lord Buddha. Around the base of the stupa are 108 small images of the Dhyani Buddha Amitabha. Go anytime to enjoy these images.

Yesterday, we did the trek preparation. We also checked your insurance details, and you should have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you. Today, after breakfast, head to the domestic airport. Enjoy 35 minutes scenic mountain flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport known as Lukla airport. See the wonderful Himalayas, including Everest. Next, we trek to Phakding along with a trekking guide. As you trek, you see Mt Nupla (5,885m) Kusum Kanguru (6,367m) and Mount Kwongde Range. En route, you come across the Dudh Kosi Valley. If you are interested, then you can visit a monastery in Phakding.

As you follow the Dudh Kosi River and arrive in Tok Tok, you see the stunning view of Thamserku. The trekking trail climbs to Chomoa and Monjo, and you enter Sagarmatha National Park. See the cascade of waterfalls. Follow the trekking trail that goes uphill and downhill. Villages are widely prevalent with flowers, such as Rhododendron, Magnolia, and fir. Intermingling with nature, you head to Namche. On the way, you get an ample opportunity to see the mountains.you can have a view of Mt. Everest as well as of Nuptse.

Acclimatization means an adaptation for tomorrow’s higher altitude. This does not mean staying in a lodge. For the ultimate view of the mountains, head to the Everest View Hotel, and the view consists of Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Kangtegha, Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Khongde and Khumbu, and others. This is a short hike, and hiking is always strenuous in the Everest Region, and the view of the mountain is impressive. You will see a 180-degree view of the mountains, and you will not regret.

Follow the trekking trail, and pass through villages, such as Sanasa and Phungi Thanga, Stop to look at Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kwangde, Tabuche, Ama Dablam and a close-up view of Thamserku that catches your eyes and make your way to see the iconic bird, that is, pheasant. No matter how tired you are, the historic monastery of Tengboche mitigates your pain.

After a fortifying breakfast, make your way to Chortens, Mani walls, and Dingboche, following the downhill trail. Cross the Imja Khola. The main attraction is the superb view of Ama Dablam. Walk down the trekking trail and cross the confluence of the river. Keep following the steep trekking trail that will take you to Dingboche. This is also the trail that takes you to trekking peaks such as Island peak and Pokalde peak.

Acclimatization means an adaptation for tomorrow’s higher altitude. This place is most famous for acclimatization; trekkers and climbers who are heading to Mt. Everest Base Camp, Ama Dablam or Island Peak. Nangkartshang is an iconic peak because its top helps you to immerse in the beauty of the mountains, including Makalu (8463 m). You also have the option of going to Dingboche, but this is a half day’s journey and is tiring; however, you will find Makalu as a natural marvel.

As you hit the uphill trekking trail, you traverse through fields and cross the Imja Khola, a river and reach Bibre, a village, and eventually, you reach glacial moraines between the giant mountains. The continuity of the trekking trail takes you to the topmost area from where you will get the gorgeous view of the mountains. From the top of the Chhukung Ri, you can see the stunning view of Ama Dablam and Amphulapche peak.

Of all the passes, Kongma La is the highest. There are different trails to this pass. You can reach this pass via the Nuptse Glacier or via Bibre. The beautiful view from the pass is so breath-taking that you will keep on watching it and includes the blue lake and that of mountains, such as Lhotse (8516m), Lhotse Shar (8,382m), Makalu (8463m), Baruntse (7,152 m), Ama Dablam (6814m) and others.

Today, our top priority is to visit the Everest Base Camp. Hit to the narrow and rocky path. Next up is an area from where you can detour. Your guide will tune with the original trekking trail. Pay a visit to the Italian Pyramid. You also hit rocky dunes, moraines, and streams. There is a glacier on the way, the trail is rocky and windy and offers the stunning view of Mt Pumori. You also head towards the Khumbu Icefall. This part of the trek is difficult because of high altitude and thin air. After you swallow the beauty of Everest Base Camp, you say farewell to it.

When you reach the top of Kalapathar, you will find it full of life because it is the only place in the world for every Everest Lover. Kalapathar is a well-defined viewpoint. Above all, you will see a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and so on. after enjoying the stunning view, you descend to Lobuche.

Depart Lobuche. From the top, trek downhill by the Khumbu Glacier. Look at the trailhead, the trail is interspersed. The looming Awi Peak will create an impression. Part of the trekking trail is dotted with stupa and tombstones. Each of these carries religious significance from the perspective of Buddhism. Ahead, there is an uphill trekking trail; you will see Chola Tsho, a lake and cross the Chola Khola, a river before reaching Dzongla which is a small town.

The upper part of the trekking trail is tough; it is steep, and it is unmaintained. There are boulders uphill as well as curves. The top of the pass is decorated with colorful Buddhist flags. It also offers the view of the pyramidal geometrical shape of Ama Dablam, and soaring Cholatse, Lobuche and Baruntse. From the top, the trail extends downhill. On the way, you will see the Ngozumba glacier as well as Gokyo Lake.

For the ultimate view of the mountains, hike to Gokyo Ri, a viewpoint. This is a short hike, and hiking is always strenuous in the Everest Region. The view of the mountain is impressive. You will see a 180-degree view of the mountains, and you will not regret. Because you will see the breathtaking view of sunrise atop the mountain, including the world’s four highest mountains. This will be an unforgettable memory. Return to Gokyo for breakfast and relax the rest of the day.

Today what you see is the unusual geological features of the Himalayas, consisting of Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Tawache, including the Rolwaling Ranges. The sweeping view of the Gokyo Ri, Gokyo Lake, and Gokyo Village is stunning. Equally, the sight of Relama Tsho and Renjo Lake makes your Everest Three High Passes Trek amazing. From the summit, you will also see the beautiful view of the wild Bhote Kosi River. As you descend, you walk by the lakes, such as Longpongo, Taboche Tsho, and Dudh Pokhari. You will also see the Yak Caravans as well as walk in the beautiful Bhote Koshi Valley.

Walk downhill, Thame boasts of its century-old monastery. Plunge into the spiritual atmosphere. Witness the rich Sherpa culture. Thame might be the village of less significance to the trekkers. From Thame, you will see the breath-taking view of Teng Kangpoche, Kwangde, and Nangpa-la. Follow the conventional trekking trail that is the custom road of the traders. You will have lunch on the trekking trail. Today, you will again cross the Bhote Koshi River. Our relatively easy trekking trail will take you to these places, as well as shows Gompa, a monastery. Namche is the biggest village in the Everest region.

Retrace and find out the steps that you have covered. Why not become overwhelmed and cherish at the distance that you have covered? Why not also take the last photo of the Everest Region? You might find this last scene as the awesome scenery of your life, after all, Everest Region is the iconic region, incomparable. You will pass through villages, such as Monjo and Phakding.

Leaving Lukla, you fly to Kathmandu in the morning due to the wind in the afternoon; sometime the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather. In Kathmandu, treat yourself with the facilities of urbanization. Find yourself during something that you have missed. Splurge along the streets of Thamel. Soak up the best cuisines that Kathmandu offers before you bid farewell to Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have dinner in a Nepali typical restaurant where we can see the cultural dances. Share the joy and experiences of trekking.

A company representative will drop you to the airport in a private vehicle.