Short and Scenic Everest View Trekking – 5 Days

“Everest express walks with scenic views within cultural Sherpa villages”

Presenting “Short and Scenic Everest View Trekking” suitable adventure holiday for travelers with limited time in Nepal Himalaya, where one can view Everest within your desired time of a week duration in the shade of Everest and other world giant peaks in the harmony of Sherpa colorful culture and age old traditions.

Short and Scenic Everest View Trekking features express walks with overnight stops in cozy mountain lodges. Moreover, these lodges offer great comfort, with rooms facing stunning views of Mt. Everest and other high peaks.

Starting with a short panoramic flight from Kathmandu, which lasts 30 minutes, you will land at Lukla, located at an altitude of over 2,820 meters. Additionally, this interesting hill town is filled with shops, stores, lodges, hotels, and restaurants. Moreover, Sherpa people are the primary residents, although a few other tribes, such as Tamang, Magar, and Rai, also live there.

Lukla with its unique airstrip and the airport named Tenzing-Hillary a tribute to legendry heroes of Mt. Everest who first conquered in May 29^th 1953.

Our Short and Scenic Everest View Trekking begins in Lukla and proceeds towards Phakding village by the raging glacial Dudh Kosi River. From there, we head towards Namche Bazaar, the Khumbu Sherpa capital. The walk then leads through a lovely alpine woodland, passing the charming village of Monjo. Additionally, we enter Sagarmatha National Park, where “Sagarmatha” is the Nepalese name for Everest. In Tibetan, the Sherpas call it “Chomolungma,” and both names translate to “Great Mother.”

At Namche, take a rest day to acclimatize to the high altitude. Additionally, Namche is famous for its colorful Saturday Market held every week. Moreover, the place offers incredible views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Thamserku, Kwangde, and many other high mountains.

From Namche, an easy, gradual walk followed by a two-hour climb through rhododendron and pine forests will bring you to the picturesque Thyangboche Monastery. Additionally, this monastery is the highlight and goal of the adventure. There, you can marvel at the glorious scenery of the world’s highest peaks. Furthermore, these peaks surround the small plateau with the ancient monastery.

At Thyangboche, you can visit its intriguing monastery. There, you will observe priests (Lama) and young monks engaged in deep prayer in front of the Sakyamuni statue, which is the main deity. Additionally, you will see other idols of great importance.

After enjoying a pleasant time around Thyangboche Monastery, where you experience grand views and the peaceful sound of monks chanting, you will head back to Lukla. Moreover, on your return, you will take the same route and catch additional views along the way to Lukla.

From Lukla with amazing time around high Khumbu with Short and Scenic Everest View Trekking an early flight brings you at Kathmandu after a most memorable and pleasant time in our Short Everest Trekking.

OUTLINE ITINERARY FOR 5  DAYS EVEREST VIEW TREK:

Day 01: Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m) by air and trek to Phakding. 2610m (2/3 hrs)
Day 02: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar. 3440m (5/6 hrs)
Day 03: Hike early morning to Everest view point (3800m) then back to Namche Bazaar (3/4 hrs)
Day 04: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. 2840m (6/7 hrs)
Day 05: Lukla to Kathmandu by Air and transfer to hotel.

Note: This itinerary is completely flexible and can be changed according to your interests.

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