With eight of the world's ten highest peaks, Nepal is loaded with spectacular mountains vistas. Everest trek in justifiably famous, not only for its proximity to the world's highest mountain (8848m) but also for its friendly Sherpa people, picturesque villages great variety of cultures and traditions, colourful festivals and monasteries.
The flora and fauna are other ornaments of the Sagarmatha National Park. The story of the yeti is still a mystery to the world from the Kahumbu region.
Itinerary (Everest Panorama Trek):
Grade: Moderate
Time: May, June, September
Duration: 15 days
Average Walking time: 5-6 hours per day

Day 1 (Kathmandu, Nepal):
Arrive Kathmandu. Everest Panorama Trek begins. Meet our representative. Transfer to Hotel. While in Kathmandu you will have time fascinating Buddhist and Hindi temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions are highlighted on our guided tour. There's time also to explore the city's many charms on your own. We will serve you a welcome delicious traditional Nepali dinner in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2 (Kathmandu City Tour):
On second day of Everest Panorama Trek, we'll visit Swayambhunath temple, and said to be 2000 years stupa on a hillock offers breath-taking view of Kathmandu City. We will then process to Visit Pasupatinath and Bouddhanath. After lunch we'll visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur) - which is the oldest of the three major cities in Kathmandu Valley - famous for its Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples, and you can catch the traditional artisans working with wood, stones and metals. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 3 (Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding):
Everest Panorama Trek continues. This morning we will be transferred from your hotel to Kathmandu Airport for our domestic flight to Lukla. The flight itself is awe-inspiring as we fly parallel to the Himalayan giants bordering Nepal and Tibetan China. Flying time to Lukla is approximately 40 minutes. Upon arrival in Lukla, we will be met by our local guides and porters. There will be time to explore the village whilst the Sherpa crew sort and load equipment. Lukla lies at an altitude of 2850m ("luk la" = place of sheep). From Lukla we descend on a wide trail northwest to the village of Choblung in the Dudh Kosi Valley. The valley radiates energy through beautiful pine and rhododendron forest. The walking is easy and we follow the river's course, passing through the village of Ghat. Our destination is the small village of Phakding where accommodation is provided in the form of Tea House Lodges.

Day 4 (Phakding - Namche Bazzar):
On Day 4 of Everest Panorama Trek we head up valley on a busy trail: porters from the lower Solu district in the south ferrying supplies to Namche, Sherpas with their Zopkio (half yak, half cow) taking trekking or climbing expedition equipment to the higher valleys. Continue along beside the Dudh Kosi amongst beautiful alpine scenery, through the fragrant blue pine and fir forest, glimpsing spectacular views of Kusum Kangru (6369m) and Thanserku (6608m) along the way. We again cross the Dudh Kosi, to the western bank at Jorsale prior to trekking through the entrance to the Sagamartha National Park. Continuing upstream along the banks to the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi, it is here we begin our first sustained ascent to Namche Bazar after crossing the large suspension bridge. Walking at a slow pace, we have fantastic photographic opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7879m), Arna Dablam (6856m) and Taweche (6542m) come into view for the first time. Climbing again, the path takes us through pine trees to reach the distinctive horse-shoe shaped bowl containing the village of Namche Bazar. Stay in the heart of the village. Stay overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 5 (Namche Bazzar - Khumjung):
On day 5 of Everest Panorama Trek, breakfast is served in your Tea House Lodge. From Namche, we trek out of the village bowl and follow a small trail high above the Dudh Kosi River, where the views are incredible; behind to the west, the ridge of Nupla and Kwangde Himal (6194m); across the valley to the south, the towering ice-fluted walls of Thamserku (6623m), and to the east at the head of the valley, the Lhotse and Nuptse wall, towering a full three and a half thousand metres above the valley at Dingboche. Everest looms above the ridge, a black, triangular rock; Sagarmatha, "Goddess Mother of Earth", is a truly magnificent sight. On a small ridge across the valley, the monastery of Thyangboche can be seen, a small speck against the gigantic mountain background. We descend to Khumjung, and after staying in the more westernized town of Namche Bazar, these villages make a welcome change. Here tourism has hardly changed the life of the Sherpas. It is possible to take the opportunity to sample the Sherpa speciality, Riki Kur - a type of potato fritter enriched with yak butter. The afternoon has been left free to assist with further acclimatization. Stay overnight in Khunjung.

Day 6 (Khunjung - Tengboche):
In the morning we descend to the village of Shanasa and then contour to Trashinga where the trail drops steeply to cross the Dudh Kosi at Phukitenga (3250m). A break is taken here by a series of water-driven prayer wheels. In the late morning we initially climb steeply before the trail levels out to ascend gradually towards Thyangboche. It is a steady ascent of approximately 2 ? hours through pine fir, black juniper and rhododendron forest. Thyangboche is set in a beautiful meadow, high on a ridge surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks. A peaceful, tranquil position, surely one of the wonders of the world and the Thyangboche Monastery is spectacularly situated. The monastery dominated by the gamma with its prayer flags and many stones were founded in 1916 as a meditation centre. Stay overnight in Thengboche.

Day 7 (Tengboche - Monjo):
Follow a similar trail through a forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phunkitenga; you continue on to cross the Dudh Kosi for a steep descent to Trashinga. After lunch at Shanasa you make you way back to Namche Bazar. Following a steep descent passing the Bhote Kosil, crossing the river, follow the bank to Jorsale, then to Monjo for staying overnight in Monjo.

Day 8 (Monjo - Lukla):
On day 8 of Everest Panorama Trek, we will depart Monjo and continue our descent along the Dudh Kosi, before making a final ascent to reach the Lukla plateau by mid afternoon. On arrival in Lukla we will have time to relax and celebrate the completion of our trek. Stay overnight in Lukla.

Day 9 (Lukla - Kathmandu):
This morning you will be transferred to Lukla Airport for your flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu, you will be met and conveyed to the Hotel Shanker. The remainder of the day has been left free. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 10 (Kathmandu - Rafting - Royal Chitwan National Park):
After breakfast, we scenery drive along the road to Chitwan, that follows the Trisuli River for the most of the distance. Along the drive you see beautiful scenery; we'll continue our journey to till rafting spot point. We've Rafting on the Trisuli River. Trisuli River. This River is very popular as access to the Prithivi Highway makes "breaking off" the journey easy. Trisuli is also an ideal beginner's river. After few hours rafting drive to Chitwan National Park upon arrival, rooms assigned and there will be a short briefing on the program and our facilities.
4:00 PM: Elephant-back safari: Guests will ride on an elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife you will be able to see the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2-3 hours.
7:00 PM: Dinner in the central dining hall.

Day 12 (Royal Chitwan National Park - Pokhara):
5.30 AM: Bird Watching (or another elephant ride) after early morning tea/coffee.
8.00 AM: Breakfast
9.00 AM: Luggage down
9.30 AM: Depart to Pokhara.
The actual program for your stay will be given to you on arrival at Resort / Camp. The activities are adjusted to the season and weather conditions. Naturally, it may not always be possible to follow this schedule to the minute and the circumstances may force us to alter the program at short notice. On safari in the jungle you will be accompanied by expert naturalists who will advise on safety procedures and we request you to respect their judgement at all times. If you wish to stroll in the forest alone, a guide will have to accompany you for your safety. Stay overnight in Pokhara.

Day 13 (Pokhara City Tour):
After breakfast, sightseeing around Pokhara valley. Pokhara lakeside villages sits, "front row centre" to one of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. The Annapurna and famous "Fishtail" mountain peak of Machapuchhare tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara and you spend there will be the scenic highlight of your trip. You're free in Pokhara Valley, called "Magic Land" or Dreamland" of Nepal, to explore the various interesting place, like a boating in Fewa Lake over looking the region of Annapurna Areas, David Falls, Mahendra Cave and some Temples. Evening you're free to explore the colorful town. Stay overnight in Pokhara.

Day 14 (Pokhara - Kathmandu):
After breakfast we return to Kathmandu by road. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you're free to shop and pick up some last minute souvenirs, rest and visit the shop etc. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 15 (Kathmandu, Nepal):
Sightseeing Nepal depending on the flight schedule for onward journey. Depart Kathmandu. Transfer to airport for flight to onwards journey. Everest Panorama Trek concludes
Ghandrung Trek
Ghandrung trek is classic adventure as it is a rare combination of long arrays of snow-capped peaks, crystal clear lakes, and turbulent rivers with deep gorges, Tibetan monasteries, hot-springs, and picturesque villages inhabited by simple and friendly ethnic people. Very few places have such a splendid variety of natural beauty.

Cost Include
Trek cost Include:
>Accommodation on full bord basis in Darjeeling, Kalingpong and Gangtok.
>All internal transport in Sikkim
>Gear package includeing Kit bag max 15kg per person.
>Gear Package include kit bag,sleeping Bag, down jacket and insulated mat while trekking.
>Trek = tented camp with the services of our trek crew, camping equipment
>Services of a professional guide and trekking staff
>Poters Dzo or Horse to carry all gear max 20Kg for Poters and 50Kg for Pack Animals.
>Food Includes 1-Bed Tea. 2-Break Fast.3-Lunch Both Pack and Hot Lunch.4-Tea and Snacks.5-Soup, Dinner and Deserts every Day during the Trek and at Lachen for 2nights. Indian we served Chinese and continental dishes and also sikkimes dishes.
>All First Aid and High Altitude Medicine For the trek.
>Complementary souvenirs from Sikkim.
>All trekking fees and local permits

Trek Cost does not Include:
>Items of a personal nature such as phone calls,laundry,etc.
>Personal expenses like, tea, beverages, alcoholic drinks, telephone calls, tips and gratuities
>Medicare & insurance (Clients should have an all inclusive insurance policy that soul cover medical, emergency evacuations, baggage loss or damage, etc)
>Additional services not mentioned above in the included clause Tips
>Travel Incurance
>Please note, that costs quoted are as per the above package and there will be no refunds for services not utilized for any reasons whatsoever.
>Initially Sikkim Holidays quoted you a basic cost that covered Everest Panorama Trek. With your requirements the costs have increased proportionally but you can rest assured that it is money for value as we will be offering you the best in services.