Pikey Peak: The foothills of the Lower Everest Region

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.

Driving Time: Approx. 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu,, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will be holding a “Nepal Sanctuary Treks” sign outside the terminal to greet you.

You will be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After checking in and freshening up, our representative will meet you to give a detailed briefing on the upcoming itinerary, along with important safety guidelines and hygiene practices to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trek.

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.

Tour Duration:  Approx. 8 hours

Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar

Meal: Breakfast

9:00 AM: Guided Cultural Tour of Kathmandu Valley

Start your day with a guided cultural tour around Kathmandu Valley. Explore the vibrant Kathmandu with our expert guides, who will share insights into the area’s rich history.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka Durbar), a royal historical complex filled with temples, palaces, and shrines from the 15th century. Highlights include Kumari Ghar (the home of the living goddess) and Kasthamandap, an architectural marvel built from a single tree.

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

Next, head to Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple, a sacred site for both Hinduism and Buddhism. Admire the stunning white dome and golden spire, while soaking in the serene atmosphere filled with incense and prayer wheels.

PM: Boudhanath Stupa

Visit the massive Boudhanath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a spiritual center for Tibetan culture, surrounded by prayer flags, monks, and devotees chanting ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’.

Pashupatinath Temple

Conclude your tour at the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu temples, located along the Bagmati River. Here, you can witness profound spiritual rituals, including the moving sight of open-air cremations, which hold deep cultural significance. After immersing yourself in this sacred experience, you will transfer back to your hotel.

Altitude above sea level: 1,790 m /5,873 ft. – Shivalaya

Driving duration: 8-9 hrs. 

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Shivalaya, the gateway to Everest. The journey along the Araniko Highway offers stunning views of peaks like Langtang and Dorjee Lakpa. Cross the Bhotekoshi River, famous for rafting and kayaking, and pass through picturesque hills and rivers.

As you arrive at Shivalaya, the village known as the gateway to Everest, you’ll be greeted by the tranquility of the area, making it the perfect base to rest and recharge for your upcoming trek.

Altitude above sea level: 2,200 m /7,218 ft. – Bhandar

Hiking duration:  5- 6 hours approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, begin your trek towards Bhandar, a serene village in the Everest region. The route offers breathtaking scenic views of traditional villages, grazing cattle, and lush green fields. As you hike through rhodoendron and oak forests, the tranquility of nature sets the perfect tone for the journey ahead.

The trail takes you uphill to Sangbadanada (2,150 m), followed by an ascent to Deurali Pass (2,705 m). On your way up, you’ll cross streams and encounter the unique Tibetan Buddhist Mani walls, intricately carved with mantras. From the pass, enjoy stunning panoramic views of peaks like Dudh Kunda Himal, Khatanga, Karylung, and Pikey Peak.

The final stretch descends through clusters of vibrant rhododendrons, leading you to the peaceful periphery of Bhandar, where your adventure continues.

Altitude above sea level: 2,300 m /7,545 ft. – Namkhili

Hiking duration: 6-7 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a filling breakfast, depart from Bhandar village and trek downhill to Likhu Khola. From there, ascend through lush rhodoendron and pine forests until reaching Chaulakharka.

As you hike, enjoy the serene views of picturesque villages, small tea houses, and terraced farmlands. The trail opens up to breathtaking views of the Barha Himalayan Range, Karylung, Lambur, and other majestic snow-capped peaks.

Arriving in Namkhili, explore local monasteries maintained by the Pike Peak Social Organization, adding a cultural touch to your Himalayan adventure.

Altitude above sea level: 3,350 m /10,991 ft. – Ngaur Gompa

Hiking duration: 6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, continue your trek through dense pine and rhododendron forests towards Goli Gompa Danda. Enjoy stunning views of surrounding snow-capped peaks along the way. Pass stupas, mani walls, and prayer flags, which add a spiritual essence to your journey.

Continue through the lush forest to Ngaur Gompa. Here, explore a Buddhist gompa and a local cheese factory. Situated atop a hill, Ngaur Village offers panoramic views of Gaurishankar Himal and Numbur Himal.

Altitude above sea level: 3,585 m/ 11,762 ft. – Pikey Base Camp

Hiking duration: 5-6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, begin your trek through a dense rhododendron and pine forest, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. Visit the Numbur Cheese Trekking Trail, where you can taste the yak cheese produced locally.

The trail offers incredible vistas of Mt. Gaurishankar, the Manaslu region, Annapurna Range, and neighboring peaks. As you progress, pass Mani walls adorned with Buddhist paintings and scriptures, leading you to Pikey Peak Base Camp. Enjoy mesmerizing views of the mountains, diverse flora, and fauna throughout your journey.

Altitude above sea level: Pikey Peak (4,065 m / 13,337 ft.), Lamjura La (3,530 m / 11,578 ft.)

Hiking duration: 7 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today marks the most exciting part of your Pikey Peak Everest View Trek—the summit day! Begin early and follow a gradual trail adorned with vibrant prayer flags leading you to Pikey Peak.

At the summit, enjoy a mesmerizing sunrise over the Himalayas, featuring iconic peaks like Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Gauri Shanker, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku, and Mera Peak. The views from the top are breathtaking, making the hike truly unforgettable.

After soaking in the views, descend along the ridgeline, which flattens before steepening as you enter the forest on the way to Jarse Bhanjyang. From there, you have several routes to choose from to descend to Junbesi. We’ll continue toward Lamjura La, a pass covered with prayer flags that offers panoramic views of the surrounding snow-capped peaks.

Altitude above sea level: 2,675 m / 8,776 ft.- Junbesi

Hiking duration: 3 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After  breakfast, descend the pass to Tragdobuk and continue on to Junbesi, a traditional Sherpa village nestled in the heart of the Solukhumbu Valley. Junbesi is a cultural hub for the Sherpa people, known for its unique architecture and revered as the cradle of Sherpa culture. This sacred valley, bordering Tibet, is steeped in Buddhist tradition, with monasteries dotting the landscape.

After lunch, we visit the Thubten Chholing Monastery, a significant Tibetan Buddhist monastery founded by Lama Trulsik Rinpoche. This sacred site, established after the Lama and a group of monks and nuns fled Tibet in the 1960s, serves as a refuge for Tibetan refugees heading to Dharamsala in India. The monastery, with its small meditation cells nestled on the hillside, is an oasis of tranquility.

The trail to Thubten Chholing begins at Junbesi Gompa, following the Junbesi Khola upstream, past a Chhorten, crossing to the east bank near the powerhouse at Mopung. We then climb the ridge to the monastery. After our visit, we’ll retrace our steps back to our lodge for a restful evening.

Altitude above sea level: 3,660 m / 12,008 ft.- Ringmo

Hiking duration:  5–6 hrs. approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, begin your trek toward Ringmo, crossing the river at the base of the town and ascending through the lush forest to Salung. From here, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the majestic Mount Everest (8,848 m / 29,028 ft), Chamlang (7,319 m / 24,012 ft.), and Makalu (8,481 m / 27,824 ft.). Additionally, enjoy panoramic vistas of Chiwong Monastery and the valley leading down towards Phaplu.

Continue your trek, contouring along the trail before descending to a stream and then making a short climb into Ringmo. This charming village is renowned for its apple orchards, where you can savor local delicacies such as apple rakshi (local apple alcohol), cider, and even apple pie.

Altitude above sea level: 2,413 m / 7,920 ft.- Phaplu

Hiking duration: 4–5 hrs. approx.

Accommodation: Tea house Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, leave the main trekking route and take a scenic path through the forest, descending towards Phaplu. For a more spiritual detour, consider hiking up to Chiwong Gompa, perched high on a cliff with stunning views of the surrounding valley. Founded in 1923, this monastery is renowned for its vibrant Mani Rimdu festival celebrated each autumn.

After visiting the monastery, continue your trek down to Phaplu, where you can relax and celebrate the completion of your unforgettable journey at your cozy tea house.

Driving duration: 7 hrs. approx.

Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, embark on a scenic drive back to Kathmandu. Along the way, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the landscapes, making this journey a relaxing and picturesque end to your adventure.

Meal: Breakfast

As your unforgettable journey comes to an end, it’s time to fly back home, cherishing all the incredible memories of Nepal. A representative from Nepal Sanctuary Treks will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). Please make sure to check in 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight for a smooth departure.