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Day-1-Kathmandu-–-Please-also-check-the-notice-board-for-details-of-this-meeting-and-for-any-other-messages-from-your-tour-leader.-Please-also-bring-your-passport-and-travel-insurance-documents-to-the-trip-briefing-Day-2-Kathmandu-–-We-will-organize-a-half-day-sight-seeing-tour-in-Kathmnadu-and-will-give-you-a-free-afternoon.-Day-3-Phakding-–-(Walking-time:-approx-3-hours)-In-the-morning-we-fly-from-Kathmandu-to-Lukla-(2827m).-The-flight-itself-is-awe-inspiring-as-we-fly-parallel-to-the-Himalayan-giants-bordering-Nepal-and-Tibetan-China.-Flight-time-is-about-40-minutes-and-we-land-at-an-airstrip-built-by-Sir-Edmund-Hillary-and-the-Sherpas-in-the-mid-1960s.-After-landing-we-meet-our-porters-who-will-carry-our-equipment-during-our-trek.-We-also-have-time-to-explore-the-village-before-hitting-the-trail.-The-trek-starts-with-a-descent-towards-the-Dudh-Kosi-River,-where-we-join-the-main-trail-to-Namche-Bazaar.-(Dudh-means-'milk'---the-waters-of-the-river-are-a-strong-milky-white-from-glacial-melt.)-The-walk-is-easy-and-after-passing-through-the-small-village-of-Ghat-(2550m),-we-soon-reach-our-lodge-at-Phakding.-Day-4-Monjo---Namche-Bazaar-–-(Walking-time:-approx-8-hours)-It-is-a-long-day,-but-also-essential-that-we-ascend-slowly-on-the-route-that-eventually-leads-to-Everest-Base-Camp.-Sensible-acclimatisation-will-ensure-we-are-feeling-good-on-our-final-days-approaching-the-peak-of-Everest.-We-make-a-start-from-Phakding-and-cross-the-river-to-walk-through-tracts-of-blue-pine-and-rhododendron-forest-that-is-very-spectacular-in-the-spring,-when-the-flowers-are-in-bloom.-We-cross-the-Dudh-Kosi-at-Benkar-and-enjoy-great-views-of-the-snow-capped-peaks-of-Kusum-Kanguru-(6369m)-and-Thamserku-(6623m).-From-here-it-is-only-a-short-walk-to-Monjo-(2835m),-where-we-arrive-in-time-for-lunch.-Then-the-walking-gets-a-little-tougher-and-includes-a-steep-ascent-to-Namche-Bazaar.-It-is-a-short-walk-to-the-entrance-of-the-national-park,-where-our-permits-are-checked-before-we-descend-quite-steeply-to-again-cross-the-Dudh-Kosi-to-Jorsale-(2805m).-The-trek-continues-upstream-on-generally-flat-terrain,-crossing-back-to-the-right-bank,-to-the-confluence-of-the-Bhote-Kosi-and-Dudh-Kosi-rivers.-After-crossing-a-large-and-stable-suspension-bridge-high-above-the-river-we-climb-steeply-to-the-village-of-Namche-Bazaar.-A-slow-and-steady-pace-is-recommended-on-this-section-of-the-climb-and-we-are-encouraged-to-make-the-most-of-the-fantastic-photographic-opportunities-as-the-peaks-of-Everest,-Lhotse,-Nuptse-and-Taweche-come-into-view-for-the-first-time.-You-may-notice-you-are-travelling-a-little-more-slowly-as-the-effects-of-altitude-start-to-become-apparent.-Take-your-time-on-this-path-which-is-used-by-the-local-peoples-as-a-'foot-highway'-on-this-important-trading-route.-At-Namche-we-stay-in-a-lodge-in-the-heart-of-the-village-and-there-is-plenty-of-time-to-bargain-in-the-shops-for-Tibetan-artefacts-or-relax-and-marvel-at-the-beautiful-scenery.-Day-5-Namche-Bazaar-–-(Acclimatization-Day)-We-stay-at-Namche-for-a-second-night-to-allow-for-proper-acclimatization-to-the-high-altitude-and-to-enable-full-exploration-of-the-town-and-its-surrounds.-Namche-is-a-prosperous-village,-situated-in-a-large,-protected-hollow.-It-gained-its-importance-during-the-period-when-Tibetan-salt-was-traded-for-the-lowland-grains-of-Nepal.-Today-quite-an-amount-of-trade-continues-at-Namche-and-Tibetans-are-sometimes-seen-in-the-village-trading-rugs-and-Chinese-made-goods,-clothing,-salt-and-dried-meat.-It-is-recommended-that-you-take-the-opportunity-to-see-both-the-sunrise-and-sunset-views-from-the-national-park-headquarters-above-the-village.-The-panorama-can-be-stunning-at-both-times-of-the-day-with-a-superb-view-of-the-Khumbu-peaks,-including-great-sightings-of-Everest.-After-breakfast-there-are-various-options,-including-perhaps-a-walk-towards-Thami-(3810m),-up-the-beautiful-and-generally-flat-Bhote-Khola-River-Valley,-with-a-series-of-great-peaks-rearing-to-well-over-6,000-metres-just-to-the-west.-Alternatively-you-can-visit-the-national-park-headquarters-to-see-the-interesting-displays-of-Sherpa-lifestyle-and-culture.-Your-guides-will-be-on-hand-to-offer-advice-and-to-escort-you-on-the-walks.-Another-option-is-the-steep-climb-out-of-the-village-bowl-to-the-flatter-areas-around-and-above-Shyangboche-where-beautiful-views-abound,-although-this-is-likely-to-be-the-same-path-that-we-will-be-taking-tomorrow.-Day-6-Khumjung-–-(Walking-time:-approx-2-hours)-From-Namche-we-walk-up-towards-the-park-headquarters-and-then-climb-steeply-above-the-main-trail-towards-the-small-airstrip-at-Shyangboche.-From-here-you-can-look-down-on-the-roofs-of-Namche-way-below-and-to-the-huge-mountains-across-the-valley.-Our-path-then-heads-on-flatter-terrain-to-the-Everest-View-Hotel,-noted-for-its-viewpoint,-and-given-clear-conditions-we-may-enjoy-an-excellent-panorama-of-towering-Himalayan-snow-peaks.-These-include-beautiful-Ama-Dablam-and-mighty-Everest,-prominently-standing-above-all-others-at-the-head-of-the-Dudh-Kosi-Valley.-On-a-small-ridge-seen-far-below-the-summit-of-Everest-we-can-spot-the-monastery-at-Thyangboche,-a-small-speck-against-the-gigantic-mountain-background.-After-some-refreshment-at-the-hotel-we-head-down-to-the-twin-villages-of-Kunde-and-Khumjung,-where-we-check-into-our-lodge-in-time-for-lunch.-In-the-afternoon-it-is-worthwhile-visiting-the-nearby-small-hospital-run-by-Sir-Edmund-Hillary's-Himalayan-Trust-in-Kunde-and-perhaps-the-Khumjung-Monastery,-where-you-may-be-fortunate-enough-to-view-a-yeti-skull!-Day-7-Thyangboche-–-(Walking-time:-approx-6-hours)-From-Khumjung-we-descend-through-the-village-and-perhaps-stop-for-a-cup-of-coffee-and-cake-at-the-local-bakery-before-rejoining-the-main-trail-to-Everest-at-Shanasa.-Do-look-out-for-Danphe-Pheasant-and-Himalayan-Thar-often-seen-on-the-high-ground-above-the-trail.-We-continue-on-to-Trashinga-and-then-descend-steeply-to-cross-the-Dudh-Kosi-at-Phunkitenga-(3250m),-where-we-take-lunch.-In-the-afternoon-it-is-a-long-and-steep-climb-through-pine,-fir,-black-juniper-and-rhododendron-forest-towards-Thyangboche-Monastery.-We-stay-here-for-the-night-and-experience-great-views-of-the-peaks-Kantega,-Ama-Dablam-(perhaps-the-most-beautiful-peak-in-the-region)-and-of-course-Mount-Everest.-Day-8-Dingboche-–-(Walking-time:-approx-5-hours)-In-the-morning-we-visit-the-monastery-before-descending-through-forest-of-birch,-fir,-juniper-and-rhododendron-to-the-nunnery-at-Debuche.-The-walking-today-involves-only-gradual-climbs,-but-because-of-the-altitude-we-need-to-pace-ourselves-slowly-throughout-the-day.-After-crossing-the-Imja-Khola-the-trail-heads-to-the-village-of-Pangboche,-where-we-have-a-chance-to-enjoy-our-lunch-with-the-beautiful-peak-of-Ama-Dablam-in-the-background.-In-the-afternoon-our-trail-climbs-through-open-alpine-hillsides-before-we-again-cross-the-Imja-Khola-and-old-glacial-moraines-to-our-lodge,-in-the-settlement-of-Dingboche.-Day-9-Dingboche-–-(Acclimatization-Day)-Before-we-ascend-any-higher-we-take-another-rest-and-acclimatization-day-and-explore-the-beautiful-Imja-Khola-Valley.-Dingboche-is-located-in-a-patchwork-of-small-fields-enclosed-by-stone-walls-protecting-crops-of-barley-and-potatoes.-An-ascent-of-the-hill-behind-our-lodge-hill-will-afford-great-views-of-the-fifth-highest-mountain-in-the-world,-Makalu-(8481m),-which-is-not-visible-from-the-valley-floor.-Alternatively-a-walk-up-the-valley-towards-Chukung-is-worthwhile.-The-views-are-fantastic-in-this-valley;-the-towering-south-face-of-Lhotse-to-the-north,-Island-Peak-in-the-centre-of-the-valley-and-the-fluted-ice-walls-of-unnamed-peaks-that-line-the-southern-end-of-the-valley-form-a-hauntingly-beautiful-sight.-Unfortunately-Everest-is-not-visible-from-this-village.-Day-10-Lobuche-–-(Walking-time:-approx-6-hours)-It-is-a-tough-walk-today-up-the-valley-to-Lobuche,-so-do-take-your-time-and-ensure-you-are-well-hydrated.-From-Dingboche-we-ascend-the-small-ridge-behind-the-village-above-Pheriche-Valley.-From-the-chorten-at-the-top,-the-peaks-of-Taweche-and-Cholatse-(6440m)-dramatically-line-the-valley-to-the-west.-To-the-north,-Lobuje-Peak-(6119m)-and-the-snowfields-of-the-Cho-La-can-be-seen.-At-Dughla-(4620m)-we-take-a-light-lunch-at-the-foot-of-the-huge-terminal-moraines-of-Khumbu-Glacier,-which-has-flowed-off-Everest,-and-in-the-afternoon-we-climb-steadily-to-reach-a-ridge-with-a-line-of-memorial-cairns,-built-in-memory-of-Sherpas-and-other-climbers-who-have-died-on-various-Everest-expeditions-over-the-last-50-years.-From-here-the-view-is-spectacular;-Pumori-(7145m),-Lingtren-(6697m),-Khumbutse-(6623m),-and,-across-the-border-in-Tibet,-Changtse-(7550m)-are-seen-at-the-head-of-the-valley,-whilst-Everest-is-hidden-behind-the-towering-walls-of-Nuptse-and-Lhotse.-We-then-follow-the-valley-stream-to-our-lodge-at-Lobuje,-arriving-early-afternoon.nately-Everest-is-not-visible-from-this-village.-Day-11-Gorak-Shep-–-(Walking-time:-approx-3-hours)-After-a-leisurely-breakfast-we-follow-the-broad-valley-running-parallel-to-Khumbu-Glacier.-The-trail-ascends-only-gradually-to-the-moraines-of-Changri-Nup-Glacier,-but-from-here-we-make-a-series-of-small-ascents-and-descents-over-a-rocky-trail-lined-with-cairns-that-leads-eventually-to-Gorak-Shep-(5160m).-After-lunch-we-set-off-uphill-to-Kala-Pathar-(5630m)-to-experience-the-sensational-sunset-views-from-this-amazing-vantage-point.-It-will-probably-take-a-good-hour-and-a-half-to-reach-the-summit-from-Gorak-Shep,-although-lower-viewpoints-may-provide-views-almost-as-good.-In-front-of-us-are-Pumori,-Nuptse,-Changtse,-Ama-Dablam,-Taweche,-Kantega-and-Everest---the-highest-mountain-in-the-world.-As-we-will-be-descending-in-fading-light,-please-bring-along-a-head-torch-for-this-excursion.-Day-12-Lobuche-–-(Walking-time:-approx-7-hours)-We-have-wake-up-early-for-the-trek-along-the-glacier-to-Everest-Base-Camp,-which-takes-around-3-hours.-If-we-are-trekking-in-the-popular-climbing-period-of-March-to-May,-we-will-almost-certainly-encounter-yaks-and-porters-supplying-food-and-equipment-to-expeditions-here.-From-Base-Camp-we-do-not-get-views-of-Everest,-but-we-will-be-able-to-see-the-notorious-Everest-ice-fall-that-flows-from-the-Western-Cwm,-which-is-regarded-as-technically-the-hardest-and-most-dangerous-section-of-the-mountain.-We-return-to-Gorak-Shep-for-an-early-lunch-before-re-tracing-our-steps-to-Lobuche.-Be-prepared-for-a-long-and-tiring-day.-The-trek-to-Base-Camp-is-optional-so-if-you-are-feeling-tired-you-can-rest-at-Gorak-Shep-instead.-Please-note-that-depending-on-how-everyone-is-feeling,-it-may-be-possible-to-descend-to-the-lower-altitudes-of-Pheriche-rather-than-spending-the-night-at-Lobuje.-Day-13-Thyangboche-–-(Walking-time:-approx-6-hours)-It-is-amazing-how-quickly-we-retrace-the-trail-that-was-a-challenge-to-ascend-en-route-to-Everest-Base-Camp.-We-should-be-well-acclimatised-and-we-head-quickly-back-downhill-to-Dughla-and-then-taking-a-different-route-following-the-wide-alpine-valley-to-Pheriche-for-a-long-tea-break.-There-is-a-trekkers'-aid-post-here,-supported-by-the-Himalayan-Rescue-Association-which-although-not-manned-year-round-is-well-worth-a-visit-if-open.-From-Pheriche-we-ascend-a-short-steep-trail-to-the-top-of-a-small-ridge-for-great-views-of-Imja-Valley,-Ama-Dablam-and-Kantega,-before-taking-lunch-at-Orsho.-In-the-afternoon-we-again-descend-to-Shomare-and-later-pass-through-Lower-Pangboche-to-reach-the-suspension-bridge-over-the-Imja-Khola-River-and-re-trace-our-steps-to-Debuche-and-on-to-Thyangboche.-Day-14-Namche-Bazaar---Monjo-–-(Walking-time:-approx-8-hours)-From-Thyangboche-we-descend-steeply-to-the-suspension-bridge-at-Phunkitenga-and-after-a-welcome-break-and-perhaps-a-cup-of-tea-we-cross-the-Dudh-Kosi-and-ascend-to-Trashinga.-From-here-the-trail-contours-high-above-the-valley-through-Shanasa-before-returning-to-Namche-Bazaar,-where-we-take-lunch-and-enjoy-a-final-opportunity-to-visit-the-shops-in-the-bazaar.-In-the-afternoon-we-descend-steeply-down-to-the-large-suspension-bridge-over-the-Dudh-Kosi-and-follow-the-trail-through-Jorsale-and-back-to-Monjo,-where-we-spend-the-night.-Day-15-Lukla-–-(Walking-time:-approx-5-hours)-There-is-no-rush-today-as-we-retrace-our-steps-back-to-Lukla.-We-take-lunch-in-Phakding-and,-although-the-final-ascent-up-to-Lukla-is-a-surprise-for-most-trekkers,-reach-the-airport-in-the-early-afternoon.-Lukla-is-famous-for-its-end-of-trek-celebrations,-although-we-should-not-overdo-it,-as-the-plane-ride-back-to-Kathmandu-is-not-best-enjoyed-with-a-hangover!-Day-16-Kathmandu-–-We-rise-early-in-the-morning-to-be-ready-for-the-arrival-of-our-aircraft-for-the-flight-back-to-Kathmandu.-We-are-met-at-the-airport-and-transferred-to-our-hotel,-located-in-the-Thamel-district-of-Kathmandu,-where-we-spend-our-final-night.-Day-17-Kathmandu-–-Our-brilliant-adventure-to-Everest-Base-Camp-sadly-ends-in-the-morning.-You-can-extend-your-stay-in-Kathmandu-with-few-days-visit-to-Chitwan-National-Park-or-relax-in-Pokhara-before-you-go-home.