Gokyo Valley Trek

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Gokyo Valley Trek

This tour includes:

14x Breakfast

14x Breakfast

11x Dinner

11x Dinner

10x Lunch

10x Lunch

Accommodation included: 14 nights

Accommodation included: 14 nights

Airport transfers

Airport transfers

Twin-share/double room in a three-star...

Twin-share/double room in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (4 nights)

Guided sightseeing of Kathmandu

Guided sightseeing of Kathmandu

Guesthouse accommodation in twin-share and...

Guesthouse accommodation in twin-share and dormitory rooms (10 nights)

Licensed English-speaking trekking guide

Licensed English-speaking trekking guide

1 porter for every two...

1 porter for every two clients

Permits for trekking

Permits for trekking

Down jacket and sleeping bag...

Down jacket and sleeping bag for the trek (to be returned back)

Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu...

Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu airfare

Free Ace the Himalaya duffel/kit...

Free Ace the Himalaya duffel/kit bag and sun hat

Entrance fees during guided sightseeing...

Entrance fees during guided sightseeing in Kathmandu

All government taxes, VAT, tourist...

All government taxes, VAT, tourist service charges, official expenses

Entry/Admission - Pashupatinath Temple

Entry/Admission - Pashupatinath Temple

Entry/Admission - Boudhanath Stupa

Entry/Admission - Boudhanath Stupa

Entry/Admission - Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Entry/Admission - Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Entry/Admission - Gokyo Ri

Entry/Admission - Gokyo Ri

Not included:

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Travel insurance which covers emergency...

Travel insurance which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation

International airfare

International airfare

Nepal entry visa

Nepal entry visa

Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks

Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks

Personal trekking equipment

Personal trekking equipment

Tips for trekking staff and...

Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected)

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About experience

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Stop At: Ace the Himalaya, A1 Business complex, Thamel Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying an Ace the Himalaya signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.

Note: Either on Day 01 or Day 02, there will be a pre-trek meeting in our office. During the meeting, we will introduce your trek leader/guide. Please make sure you bring the passport, three copies of passport-size photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any, and sign the legally binding trip form as well as the non-liability disclaimer.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Three-star hotel

Day 2: Guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Stop At: Pashupatinath Temple, 44621 Pashupati Nath Road, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River.Though you are not allowed to go inside the temple as it is strictly for Hindus only, you can clearly see the temple and the activities from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.It is a square two tiered pagoda temple built on a single tier plinth which is famous all over the world.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Boudhanath Stupa, Boudh, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Boudhananath is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu.It was built in 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings.You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 00977-1-4701148 Nepal
Visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the Royal Residential Quarter of Bhupatindra Malla, famous five-storied temple of Nyatapola in Pagoda style Batsala temple, Bhairavnath temple, Duttatraya temple, Pujari Muth and Palace of 55 windows.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Three-star hotel

Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,804 m) - 35 mins. Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) - 3 hrs

Stop At: Phakding, Phakding, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
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 guide will brief you and introduce your porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding.

After landing we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. Then we begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713 m). The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2,550 m) it is a short walk to Phakding.
Duration: 20 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) - 5.5 hrs

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, 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 (considered the Gateway to Everest) is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange services, internet cafes and bakeries. Namche is the biggest town along the Everest trail.
Duration: 17 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 5: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We 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 also hike up the Syangboche Airport near the Everest View Hotel. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 6: Trek to Phorste Thanga (3,680 m) - 5 hrs

Stop At: Phortse, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
The trail climbs steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forest, juniper and large conifers start to appear as the elevation increases making the trekking very pristine in springtime. The trail passes through Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The views of Khumbi La and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day.
Duration: 18 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 7: Trek to Machherma (4,470 m) - 5 hrs

Stop At: Machhermo, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
We climb a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho Oyu and descend to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. We will reach Machherma by early noon.
Duration: 18 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 8: Trek to Gokyo (4,790 m) - 5.5 hrs

Stop At: Gokyo, Gokyo, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
The trek today takes us at one of our main destinations, Gokyo (4,790m). We will make this camp our base for 2 nights as we will have couple of sightseeing and hiking trips around Gokyo.
Duration: 17 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 9: Trek to Gokyo Ri (5,483 m) and back to Gokyo - 5 hrs

Stop At: Gokyo Ri, Nepal
Early in the morning, we have a steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5,483m. There are ample rewards for those who attempt this trip โ€“ you get stunning views of the super Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, including the giants Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu and Gychung Kang.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 10: Trek to Dole (4,200 m ) - 6 hrs

Stop At: Dole, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Following the trail, we make our descent to Dole.
Duration: 17 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar via Khumjung village (3,780 m) - 5 hrs

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We continue walking through a typical Sherpa village of Khumjung, leaving the mountains behind us as we descend back to Namche Bazaar.
Duration: 18 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 12: Trek to Lukla (2,804 m) - 6 hrs

Stop At: Lukla, Lukla, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Finally, we return to Lukla where we started our trek, which might seem like a lifetime ago. Weโ€™ll spend some time enjoying and reflecting on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. We also have some spare time to explore the town some more.
Duration: 17 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Lunch
โ€ข Dinner
Accommodation included: Guesthouse

Day 13: Morning Flight to Kathmandu

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
On your flight back to Kathmandu as you leave Lukla, you can enjoy some last-minute glimpses of the mountains you just recently visited. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our airport representative will transfer you to your hotel from the airport.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
Accommodation included: Three-star hotel

Day 14: Leisure Day and Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
This will be a spare day in Kathmandu after the tiring trekking program. You have the option to extend your trip to continue onto Chitwan jungle safari, rafting adventure, Kathmandu valley shopping tour, scenic Everest flight, mountain biking and other activities. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
โ€ข Dinner: Farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.
Accommodation included: Three-star hotel

Day 15: Transfer for your final flight departure

Stop At: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, เค•เคพเค เคฎเคพเคกเฅŒเค 44600, Nepal
The trip concludes โ€“ our airport representative will drop you to Kathmanduโ€™s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
โ€ข Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

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