Nepal Everest Lodge-to-Lodge Trekking Tour
Mountain Villages, Monasteries & Himalayan Peaks
- Available: April, May, October, November, December
- Activity: Level 4
- Accommodations: Comfortable Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Rustic Lodging
Since our first treks in Nepal in 1969, Mountain Travel Sobek has worked closely with Himalayan communities by building strong relationships with local guides. We are also proud supporters of the American Himalayan Foundation which brings shelter, safety, education, health, and opportunity to people across the Himalaya.
Highlights
- Discover the wonders of the Everest region with the Himalaya experts since 1969!
- Trek among iconic mountain giants and explore Nepal's Buddhist culture with expert guides
- Overnight in some of the best accommodations, perfectly located in charming mountain villages high above it all
Itinerary
Arrive in Nepal
Day 1
Arrive by 2pm to meet an MT Sobek representative and transfer to your hotel. Meet the group and your trip leader, get briefed on trek arrangements, receive a brief intro to Kathmandu, and then enjoy a Himalayan welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Yak and Yeti Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Tour the Kathmandu Valley
Day 2
The Kathmandu Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage. Take a morning tour of Bhaktapur, an enchanting medieval Nepalese town dripping with character. A highlight is Durbar Square, with its temples, ancient palace ruins, and exquisite Sun Dhoka - a gilded gate crafted in 1753. Come afternoon, explore on your own Kathmandu's fascinating sights, shrines, and markets. Don't miss Asan Tole bazaar, Durbar Square, the Thamel district, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple - try to catch the sunset here!), and King's Palace.
Accommodation: Yak and Yeti Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Fly to the Khumbu
Day 3
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lukla. The short but spectacular flight leaves the Kathmandu Valley and heads into the Himalaya, home to the world's highest mountains. Make an unforgettable landing on Lukla's 1,729-foot-long, 65-foot-wide runway, perched high on a mountainside above the Dudh Kosi (River of Milk). Collect your gear and walk to your lodge. If the flight is on time, fit in a warm-up hike to Kharka, on a trail that leads to Mera Peak, passing small hamlets and resident shepherds along the way.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge-Lukla
Activity: 3 hours/3 miles hiking
Transportation: 30-minute flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike Lukla to Monjo
Day 4
Begin trek from Lukla with a descent to the Dudh Kosi. Follow the trail to Phakding, passing mani walls (boulders inscribed with Buddhist prayers), small villages, and well-terraced hillsides. Meet Khumbu locals who, unlike the majority of Kathmandu residents, are Sherpas — people who migrated from Tibet over 500 years ago and still dress traditionally and practice evolved forms of Tibetan Buddhism. With Khumbila (18,800'), sacred peak of the Sherpas, looming above, arrive at the lodge in Monjo (9,317') in the early afternoon. Relax and enjoy free time while you acclimatize.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge-Monjo
Activity: 6 hours/8 miles hiking with 865' elevation gain & 819' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experience Namche Bazaar
Day 5
Head north into UNESCO-listed Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) National Park, established in 1976 to protect an area of great environmental, religious, and cultural importance. Cross the Dudh Kosi and begin the steep climb up "Namche Hill" amidst lovely rhododendron, fir, and magnolia forests. As you ascend, catch your first glimpse of Everest! Arrive in the vibrant Sherpa market town of Namche Bazaar, the unofficial Khumbu capital beautifully situated in a terraced amphitheater facing the hanging glacier below Kwangde (20,293'). Check into the lodge, then spend the afternoon exploring Namche Bazaar.
Accommodation: Sherpa Land Lodge-Namche Bazaar
Accommodation: Hotel NamcheActivity: 4-5 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,858' elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to Tashinga
Day 6
This morning stop at the Sagarmatha National Park visitors' center and museum, where there are terrific views of the Everest region and educational displays on the culture, geography, geology, climatology, and wildlife of the park and the Khumbu. Back on the trail, follow the classic route to Everest on a winding, almost level path. After about three hours, it's a slight detour and another 15 minutes to the lodge in Tashinga (11,800'). The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy — and there's nowhere more relaxing than the peaceful Himalaya!
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge—Tashinga
Activity: 4 hours/6 miles hiking with 1,116' elevation gain & 1,052' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascend to Tengboche and Pangboche
Day 7
Descend into the deep Dudh Kosi Gorge — one of the most beautiful valley walks on Earth — and then climb steeply to the famous Tengboche Monastery (12,680'). Burned in 1989 and now completely rebuilt, Tengboche is the spiritual center of the Khumbu and a training center for new monks. After lunch, continue through this holy region to Pangboche. This incredibly scenic hike follows the Imja River, and Ama Dablam (22,349') and the great massif of Everest (29,028') hover majestically above. The tangible spirituality and stunning scenery of this place always impresses!
Accommodation: Shreedewa Lodge
Activity: 5-6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,274' elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Excursion to Ama Dablam Base Camp
Day 8
After crossing the Imja River and a gradual ascent to Lhabarma, you find yourself facing Ama Dablam, one of the Khumbu's most beloved and spectacular mountains. Ama Dablam Base Camp (15,013') sits on an open yak pasture beneath the west face, affording incredible views of Kan Tega (22,254'), Thamserku (21,729'), and Tawoche (21,463'). Here you'll likely meet climbing groups, either acclimatizing or fixing their route, as this trek coincides with climbing season. With binoculars you may even see climbers descending the steep ice slopes from the summit. Return to lodge.
Accommodation: Shreedewa Lodge
Activity: 6-7 hours/8 miles hiking with 1,939' elevation gain & loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike Back to Tashinga
Day 9
This morning you cross the Mengbo and Imja rivers to reach a quiet trail offering an incredible panoramic vista complemented by charming old stone houses — and the blissful absence of other trekkers. Today is a shorter hike with time to stop at one of the tea houses along the way. When you arrive in Tashinga, check into the lodge and relish a free afternoon to rest and relax. Maybe it's siesta time — or, if you're feeling more energetic, explore the surrounding area on your own before reconvening for dinner.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge—Tashinga
Activity: 5-6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,274' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Reach Monjo
Day 10
Continue your push to Monjo. Leaving Tashinga Lodge, follow a small path to reach the main trail leading to the villages comprising Khumjung, approximately a one-hour hike. The path leads gently up the shallow valley to Khumjung, built into a mountain bowl and surrounded by patterned, terraced fields. Here in 1961 Sir Edmund Hillary's Himalaya Trust built its first school, which still operates today. And enter the Khumjung monastery for a peek at the infamous yeti scalp! Continue south to Monjo for the night.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge-Monjo
Activity: 5-6 hours/8.5 miles hiking with 1,502' elevation gain and 3,562' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Return to Lukla
Day 11
Today you return to Lukla along the meandering Dudh Kosi, retracing your steps from Day 4. Pass Sherpa villages and soak in the stunning scenery until you arrive at the familiar lodge in Lukla.
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge-Lukla
Activity: 6-7 hours/8 miles of hiking with 819' elevation loss & 865' elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Kathmandu
Day 12
Bid a fond, if somewhat hesitant, farewell to the Khumbu and enjoy the short flight back to Kathmandu . Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Accommodation: Yak and Yeti Hotel
Transportation: 30-minute flight
Meals: Breakfast
Hinduism & Buddhism in Kathmandu
Day 13
If your flight from Lukla operates as scheduled, you'll enjoy a morning tour of the Pashupatinath Hindu temple complex on the Bagmati River and Bodhnath's enormous Buddhist stupa — the largest in Asia and the center of Tibetan Buddhist culture in the Kathmandu Valley. This afternoon you're free to roam, relax, or do some last-minute shopping or sightseeing on your own. In the evening, join the group for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Yak and Yeti Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart for Home
Day 14
After breakfast, transfer from hotel to airport and depart Kathmandu on your homeward-bound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Why Travel With Us?
MT Sobek is a pioneering outfitter in Nepal and has offered adventures in the Khumbu region since 1969. This is where adventure travel started!
This 14-day lodge-to-lodge adventure has been expertly crafted to include spectacular mountain trails, warm hospitality, comfortable accommodations, and the chance to reach Ama Dablam Base Camp at 15,100 feet.
Trust MT Sobek's professional local guides on this expert-led Himalayan trek. Along the way you will explore Sherpa villages, visit Buddhist monasteries, and come away feeling connected to the people as well as the place.
Know Before You Book
It's important to note that the Nepali government has the authority to make the final decision on the type of aircraft used for the flights between Kathmandu and Lukla, and this decision is subject to change at any time. It may be either a scheduled flight or helicopter.
Dates & Prices
- 2025
- 2026
- Go Private
- Go Custom
- Inclusions
2025
Scheduled Dates
Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.
The earlier you book, the more choice of available dates you’ll have and once you book, your price is guaranteed.
- $6,795 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,300 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $6,795 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,300 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailableConfirmed - $6,795 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,300 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyWaitlist Only - $6,795 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,300 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable
2026
Scheduled Dates
Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.
The earlier you book, the more choice of available dates you’ll have and once you book, your price is guaranteed.
- $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable - $7,195 price per person dbl occ
Which Includes:$1,400 internal airfareOptional:+$1,100 Single OccupancyAvailable
Go Private
Go Private
Gather your favorite travel companions to share an MT Sobek adventure on an easy-to-book Private departure.
Call or email us to get the ball rolling.
*Private trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit.
Looking for a private family adventure?
This trip can accommodate guests with a
minimum age of 16.
Private Trip Pricing: 2025
10 guests from $6,795 per person double occupancy
5 to 9 guests from $7,095 per person double occupancy
3 to 4 guests from $7,595 per person double occupancy
2 guests from $7,795 per person double occupancy
Included Costs:
Internal Airfare: $1,300
Private Trip Pricing: 2026
7 to 10 guests from $7,195 per person double occupancy
6 guests from $7,295 per person double occupancy
5 guests from $7,395 per person double occupancy
4 guests from $7,695 per person double occupancy
3 guests from $8,095 per person double occupancy
2 guests from $8,395 per person double occupancy
Included Costs:
Internal Airfare: $1,400
*Seasonal rates may apply.
*Private trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit.
Take Over One of These Dates
- Oct 05 - 18, 2025
- Dec 21 2025 - Jan 03, 2026
- Apr 05 - 18, 2026
- Apr 22 - May 05, 2026
- May 07 - 20, 2026
- Sep 28 - Oct 11, 2026
- Oct 17 - 30, 2026
- Nov 07 - 20, 2026
- Dec 21 2026 - Jan 03, 2027
Make Your Own Dates in These Months
- April, May, October, November, December
Go Custom
Create Your Very Own Adventure
Dreaming of an adventure designed exclusively for you? With insider access and decades of experience, our travel experts create custom tailored adventures that are perfect for families, couples, and large groups. MT Sobek's custom adventures are designed to our exacting standards and led by our award-winning adventure guides.
When to start planning? Earlier is always better when designing a custom trip. More time allows for better availability of preferred accommodations, guides and your desired activities. Ideally, start the conversation with us at least 6 months before you want to travel. If you are looking for a custom trip that departs within three months, chances are greatly diminished in securing requested accommodations and the best guides.
*Custom trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit once an itinerary is agreed upon.
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Price Includes
- Expertise and services of our experienced adventure guides
- All accommodations as noted in the itinerary
- All breakfasts, almost all lunches and dinners as noted in the itinerary
- Snacks and water between meals
- Additional regional guides and experts on many trips
- Comprehensive Trip Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at historic sites, museums, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the itinerary
- Special events and other select attractions as mentioned in the itinerary
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Equipment and experienced guides for activities as described in the itinerary
- Park and other entry fees (unless otherwise noted)
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the itinerary
- Select transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Price Does Not Include
- International airfare, airport taxes, and excess baggage fees
- Alcoholic beverages (MT Sobek provides wine at select events)
- Gratuities for MT Sobek guides and guide-drivers
- Travel Protection Program
- Personal expenses
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Your Guides
The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.
Binoy R.
Raised in the Himalayas and schooled in Darjeeling, Binoy has always been passionate about trekking and mountaineering. In addition to being a top guide on MT Sobek’s Everest Base Camp and Everest Lodge to Lodge adventures, he has undertaken an Advance Mountaineering Course from the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling and is well-versed in Wilderness First Aid. Binoy has climbed many peaks in the Nepal and Sikkim Himalaya, and enjoys studying the region’s flora and fauna. Above all, he is eager to share the wonders of his home country with you.
Pranoy R.
Pranoy was born in Nepal, studied in Darjeeling, India, and has always been a travel enthusiast. Since 1999, he has led numerous treks and tours to Nepal, Tibet and India, and has enormous experience in the field. Pranoy successfully completed his basic mountaineering course at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute of Darjeeling with grade 'A' certificate and is trained in wilderness medicine. In addition to being fluent in English, Nepali, and Hindi, he speaks basic Tibetan and Chinese. Pranoy is very keen on birds, plants, and flowers, and he looks forward to sharing his knowledge with you on the trek.
Sanjeev C.
Born and raised in Nepal, Sanjeev is a seasoned trekking guide with a wealth of experience leading adventures through Nepal, Tibet, and India since 1990. A graduate of Delhi University, his passion for exploration has taken him across the world and he thrives on connecting with people from all backgrounds. He’s a popular guide among MT Sobek travelers, bringing deep knowledge of the diverse cultures, religions, and traditions of the Himalayan region. Sanjeev loves being outdoors and lives in Nepal’s capital city, Kathmandu.
Activity Level
This trip is rated activity level 4. You will be hiking five to eight hours a day, up and down mountain trails that are steep and rocky, and mostly at elevations above 10,000 feet. You need to be in excellent shape and top physical condition to enjoy such an experience. Previous experience is highly recommended.
Learn more about activity levels here.
Activity Snapshot
Day 3
3 hours/3 miles hiking
Day 4
6 hours/8 miles hiking with 865' elevation gain & 819' elevation loss
Day 5
4-5 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,858' elevation gain
Day 6
4 hours/6 miles hiking with 1,116' elevation gain & 1,052' elevation loss
Day 7
5-6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,274' elevation gain
Day 8
6-7 hours/8 miles hiking with 1,939' elevation gain & loss
Day 9
5-6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,274' elevation loss
Day 10
5-6 hours/8.5 miles hiking with 1,502' elevation gain and 3,562' elevation loss
Day 11
6-7 hours/8 miles of hiking with 819' elevation loss & 865' elevation gain
*Mileage and elevation change information is approximate and may vary slightly depending on trail conditions, weather, and route adjustments, and the guide’s discretion.
Accommodations
Scenic and comfortable mountain accommodation in Nepalese inns and lodges, plus two nights in Kathmandu.
Weather
Autumn day time temperatures: 45º - 65ºF; autumn nighttime temperatures 10º - 35ºF. Rain or snow possible. Spring temperatures 5º-10ºF warmer than autumn.
FAQs
How can I get to Kathmandu from the US?
There are no direct flights from the USA to Kathmandu. However, there are many airlines that offer connecting flights through major hubs in Asia, such as:
- nNew York City (JFK): Air India, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways
- nLos Angeles (LAX): Air India, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines
- nChicago (ORD): Air India, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways
- nSan Francisco (SFO): Air India, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines
- nHouston (IAH): Air India, Emirates
- nAtlanta (ATL): Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
nThe flight time from the USA to Kathmandu will vary depending on the hub you transit through, but it will typically take around 19-21 hours.
What happens if my flights are delayed in Lukla?
Flights to and from Lukla are commonly delayed or cancelled due to Khumbu's unpredictable weather. If we are delayed, lodging and meals at Lukla are at your expense. We do everything possible to obtain replacement reservations or try to book alternate flights, when Lukla flights are cancelled, but be prepared for delays. The extra day at the end of the trek is to ensure connection to your homeward-bound flight.
Do I need a visa for Nepal?
Yes, but you can get a 15-day visa on arrival for $30.
I need to bring a sleeping bag for this trip?
You DON'T need a sleeping bag - quilts and blankets are provided at the lodges. You may want to bring a sleeping bag liner for extra insulation at night.
Will I have cell coverage on this trip?
It's best not to count on it, as coverage is spotty.
Are there any luggage weight restrictions on the flight to Lukla?
Yes. You can bring 15 kg (33 lb) luggage per person-including checked and hand-carry luggage. It's not possible to pay for overweight luggage.