18 Days Everest Circuit Trek

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The Everest Chola Pass and Gokyo Lakes Trek take you from remote, low-altitude places to Gokyo Valley. Along the way, you'll have to cross high mountain passes like Gokyo Ri (5,357 m), Cho La Pass (5,420 m), Kala Pattar (5,545 m), Amadabalm (6856 m) which are not technically difficult as they pass through well-developed trekking trails, but all these trails c...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • UNESCO World Heritage Site excursion in Kathmandu Valley
    • A scenic and dramatic flight to the world's most dangerous airport—Lukla Airport
    • Trekking through the alpine forest, Sherpa settlements, and majestic valleys in Sagarmatha National Park.
    • Exploring Tibetan Buddhism and its correspondence while trekking from Lukla to base camp.
    • Experience Sherpa culture, tradition, and practices with your own eyes.
    • Get a chance to encounter the exotic flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park.
    • Experience the view of the base of the world's highest mountain and its surroundings.

What's this trip about?

    The Everest Chola Pass and Gokyo Lakes Trek take you from remote, low-altitude places to Gokyo Valley. Along the way, you'll have to cross high mountain passes like Gokyo Ri (5,357 m), Cho La Pass (5,420 m), Kala Pattar (5,545 m), Amadabalm (6856 m) which are not technically difficult as they pass through well-developed trekking trails, but all these trails climb up above 5,000 m, alongside glaciated lakes, glaciers, rocky and sloppy hills, and boulders filled with snow, so acclimatization is essential. This is an incredible trip for exploring the soaring Himalayas in the Everest Region, the trail also goes through remote villages and passes through high, rocky, and snowy peaks. The magnificent Gokyo Ri offers views of the Gokyo valley, one of the Himalayas' unsung jewels, the enormous Ngozumpa Glacier, and picturesque vistas of the Himalayan peaks, while the trek's high point is magnificent up-close views of Mount Everest. For many hikers, reaching Everest Base Camp is the ultimate goal. And the cause is clear. The vistas of Everest and other towering peaks are just breathtaking as the trail meanders along the base of snow giants. It becomes wonderful when Gokyo & Cho La passes are included.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 10 people
Age range12 to 65 years
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityKathmandu
End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Photography
  • High Adventure
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Trekking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 1

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 10

Trip includes

    • All the ground transportation ( including airport pick up, drop off, and city sightseeing).
    • Three-star hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu.
    • During the trekking, full board meals ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
    • Twin-sharing bed accommodation during the trekking. We will provide the best rooms with more facilities as much as possible.
    • Professional and experienced license holder trekking leader during your trekking.
    • Food, accommodations, salaries, medicines, and related insurance for trekking crew members.
    • KTM-LUKLA-KTM round trip airfare for all the guests and staff.
    • All the necessary permits and entrance cards for trekking in the Everest region.
    • All the government taxes and company service charges.
    • Footprint adventure t-shirt and trekking map for free and duffel bag and sleeping bag for return at the end of the trek.
    • Welcome or farewell dinner with a cultural show program in a typical Nepali restaurant.

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel

You will be met by Footprint Adventure Treks and Expedition’s representative at Airport and transferred to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon at leisure for you to explore, and shopping for trekking. A pre-trek briefing will be given this evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Kumari Boutique Hotel Maximum Altitude: 1,350m

Day 2: Kathmandu City Excursion

After breakfast, you will be taken to visit some of the famous landmarks of Kathmandu such as Boudhanath Stupa, Swyambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Patan Durbar Square. They all are listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and protected areas as all of them...

Day 3: Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

An early morning start takes us to the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35-minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla (2,804 m). On arrival at the airport, the guide will brief you and introduce our porters before we begin our tre...

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar

We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Koshi, crossing the majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering the Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar (conside...

Day 5: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar

We will spend a day in Namche Bazaar in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air. We will trek a short distance to a museum that is celebrated for its exhibits of the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. We will also hike up to the Syangboche Airport a...

Day 6: Trek to Debuche Village

The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi with magnificent views of the mountains. We have trekked to an altitude of 3,860 m upon reaching Tengboche. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, an...

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche Village

From Debuche, the trail passes through the alpine forest of Rhododendron along with crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the quaint traditional Sh...

Day 8: Acclimatization in Dingboche

Acclimatization day in Dingboche. Today we will spend a second night at Dingboche as a part of our acclimatization plan. Dingboche (or Pheriche) is the second acclimatization stop for most trekkers. On this day, we will hike to the Nangkartshang Viewpoint (5,060m), wh...

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche Village

Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits. We continue to climb as we are heading to the village of Lobuche which is located at the foot of giant Lobuche pe...

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep Village

This is a big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5,364 m, the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. During spring, there will likely be expedition teams about to attempt the summit. The view of...

Day 11: Hike to Kalapatthar & trek to Dzongla

This will be one of the most difficult yet rewarding days of the trek. Most of the morning is spent climbing Kala Patthar, a small peak at 5,545 m. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama Everest, the highest point on the pl...

Day 12: Trek to Thagnak via crossing Chola Pass

Today is going to be one of the toughest days of the trip. The Cho La pass is not itself difficult, but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. We need to be careful as the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice may cause trouble by mak...

Day 13: Trek to Gokyo Lakes

After early morning breakfast in Thagnak, we'll hike on the Ngozumpa glacier, the largest glacier in Nepal. You'll experience the beautiful views of Cho Oyu and other mountains in Gokyo valley. After reaching Gokyo village, you can explore the beautiful pristine Gokyo...

Day 14: Hike to Gokyo Ri & trek back to Machhermo Village

We will hike to Gokyo Ri, a small peak above Gokyo village, in the morning and savor the fantastic views of the entire Khumbu region. As we ascend, the views become even more fantastic and we can see four of the seven highest peaks of Nepal, Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, ...

Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar

Descend down to Dole village following the Gokyo river, Buddhist monasteries, and the beautiful alpine forest of the Khumbu region. The glimpse of Ama Dablam can be seen again along with other stunning peaks of the Everest Region. We will spend that night in Namche ba...

Day 16: Trek to Lukla

After breakfast, we trek toward the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then pass through several local villages. Our arrival in Lukla brings an evening in our last Tea House and, traditionally, a party with your trekking crew: you made it! Thanks to great teamwork and pers...

Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu

Enjoying the last glimpse of the mountains we have recently visited, the 35 minutes scenic flight takes us back to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu, we are met and transferred back to our hotel. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese...

Day 18: Departure Day

Our airport representative will drop you to Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport for your final departure from Nepal.

Meals: Breakfast

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Price From $1,700
Price per day$94
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Personal trekking equipment.
    • Your travel and rescue insurance.
    • Entrance fees in sightseeing sports.
    • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
    • Tips for guide, porter, and driver.
    • Mineral water, soft drinks, and hard drinks.
    • Donation for local people, hospital, school (not compulsory).
    • Internet, telephone, wifi, medicines, shower, electricity charge fee.
    • Rest of the expenses that are not mentioned on Price includes.

Accommodation

3 Star hotels in standard lodges and Teahouses in mountains

Cancellation policy
Cancellation of trips by the Clients

The clients may decide to cancel or reschedule the trip for a variety of reasons. For a complete refund, the client must notify us 30 days in advance of the cancellation. When a client needs to cancel their trip, they must notify the company in writing and receive written confirmation of the cancellation. The agency has received your request for the submission of the cancellation date. A business has the right to compensate you for canceling your vacation if it is unavoidable and necessary.

The cancellation fee described below is a percentage of the overall fee that is published on our website's trip cost leaflet.

The Day Before (Before the Initial Trip Departure) Cancellation Charge (in %) Before 30 days  20% of your total package  Less than 30 days  40% of your total package 

If you decide to leave a trip willingly after it has begun, for whatever reason, you will not be entitled to a return of any kind from the company providing the trip. This policy applies to clients who drop out of the journey in the interest of leaving any trip voluntarily, regardless of any reason after the trip has begun. The clients will not receive a refund for the remaining money that was not used in accordance with the itinerary, and this will not be granted. In the same vein, customers are not eligible for any kind of return in the event that they do not use any of the services that they have paid for, including transportation, sightseeing, meals, or accommodation.

Trip cancellation by the company

If the company decides to cancel the trip due to any issues regarding the trip, the company will have to refund you the full percentage of the trip price only. In the service of the client's ultimate safety, the company maintains the right to cancel any trip both during the guaranteed trip and before departure in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise which are beyond our control (for example, natural disasters, flight cancellation consequences of strikes, industrial action, wars, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, or other untoward occurrences). If you just have second thoughts and are therefore unable to locate dates that work for you prior to the tour's expiration date, Footprint Adventure will provide you with a full refund. In order to receive a refund for your vouchers and payments, please email us at info@footprintadventures.com.

You are able to reschedule your trip dates according to the hotel's cancellation policy at no additional cost, even if you have already booked your dates with the hotel. Simply get in touch with us in accordance with the cancellation policy well in advance of the dates you had planned to travel. In addition, if you paid using a credit card, all you need to do to get a refund is get in touch with the company that issued your credit card.

Last-minute booking

While Footprint Adventures would accept last-minute bookings for its Nepal tours, trekking, and other adventure sports. For the outbound tours from Footprint Adventure such as Tanzania, Tibet, Bhutan, and Peru, we’ll not offer last-minute booking. You are required to make a reservation here at least 30 days in advance. In order to secure your reservation at the last minute, full payment is required 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. This is only achievable on a trip to Nepal, and we are prepared to depart for it at any time.

Deposit Requirement

The company requires a deposit of 30% of the total package as an advance payment for the trip confirmation. You will be guaranteed a spot on the trip as soon as the payment is verified, and the company will be prepared to make the necessary arrangements for you to get the service on the day that you choose. We’ve options for payment with a credit card, making an online payment, or transferring money from a bank account as well as you can do the Western Union. While the booking process is being carried out, the company will notify you via email to request further information regarding the details of the direct money deposit. You have the option of making your payment using either an online payment or a bank transfer.

Payment methods

Once you have decided to book the trip with us, our tour manager will discuss with you the trip dates. The company will do the confirmation, and then you will be able to ultimately proceed with the payment to reserve your seats for the trip. The payment options are:

Online Payment through Card

You can easily use your credit or debit card to make your online payment. For the link for the online payment, click here

SWIFT/WIRE Transfer Account Type: Current Account

Account Name: Footprint Adventure Pvt. Ltd.

Bank Name: Himalayan Bank Ltd.

Account No: 01910068150027

SWIFT Code: HIMANPKA

Branch Location: Kathmandu Metropolitan City -27, Tridevi Marg, Thamel Kathmandu, Nepal

(Note: Bank services charge fees relating to transferring the amount shall be borne by the customers)

Payment via credit card You also have the option of using your card through a POS in the office.

Travel Insurance

The breathtaking natural scenery of the Himalayas comes with a significant amount of inherent danger. While traveling, it is important to be ready for any potential danger that could occur at any time. Being prepared is a good idea. Several different insurance companies offer services related to travel insurance that may be purchased online. You have access to a wide variety of insurance companies from which to choose at your own leisure. When hiking, particularly in Nepal, there is always a slight risk of encountering minor health problems, injuries, and, most importantly, altitude sickness. This is a risk that cannot be completely eliminated. Choose a policy that covers the expense of rescuing people from the mountains via helicopter in the event of a catastrophic accident or someone developing acute mountain sickness (AMS). When things are in such bad shape, the only way to get out of the highlands is by using a helicopter service. This includes a rescue team that can perform both ground rescue and evacuation operations. Because of this, we require the money from your trip insurance to pay for the helicopter services necessary for your evacuation from the Himalayas.

Flight delays and changes in the route

The travel route to the mountains can be unpredictable. Both the weather and climate in the Himalayas play a significant part in the delays that occur on domestic flights as well as the changes in the routes that they take. Due to the possibility of unanticipated situations, we may need to select a different itinerary in order to ensure both your comfort and safety. In the event that your domestic flight is delayed, Footprint Adventure will cover the cost of your lodging (a guest house) and food (breakfast, lunch, and dinner ) in the city where you are departing from before your journey as per the itinerary. In the situation that your return flight is delayed, you are responsible for covering any and all additional costs, including those associated with meals and lodging. In addition, you would be responsible for paying any additional costs incurred if you choose to make alternative travel arrangements, such as taking a flight via helicopter, in order to avoid experiencing aircraft delays. Additionally, the company does not accept any liability for costs incurred as a result of a missed overseas flight but will assist in making alternative arrangements whenever possible. This is in addition to the fact that the company does not accept any responsibility for any charges.

Injuries

During the course of the journey, the client may experience a variety of adverse situations. Nevertheless, the company will not be responsible for any injuries, health problems, or emotional distress that may occur. In a similar vein, the price of our package does not include any kind of personal insurance. As a result, we make sure to inform the guests that they need to get the appropriate insurance packages, which should cover both medical crises and evacuation by helicopter, just in case.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

3 meals a day including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Age Requirements
12 to 65 years
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