Our route on this classic trek is a variation of the normal Everest trail to avoid the busier standard route and to see Sherpa villages that are less used to visitors. Starting with a spectacular flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, you then trek through the heart of Sherpa country.
This trek is an ideal way to explore the area around Pokhara for those short on time or relatively new to trekking, without missing out on the amazing views over the surrounding mountains or the experience of village life! Your trek starts in style with a gentle boat trip across Lake Phewa to take you to the start point, where a short climb will be rewarded with stunning views out across the Annapurnas, Machhapuchhare (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri and Manaslu, which will form the backdrop to much of the trek. The trail will take you up to the World Peace Pagoda, through the forest where you can see the flora and fauna of Nepal and past a number of villages where you can experience the daily lives of the local people.
It takes you up to an elevation of 2500m on the summit of Panchase hill, from which (if you are willing to get up early enough!) you can see a stunning sunrise over the snowy Himalayan peaks. This trek is also a great extension to any of our tours of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan.
Expert Asian Tours and Travels as you explore the Pikey Peak Trek, a remarkable journey that offers a unique opportunity to experience the majestic beauty of the lower Everest regions without the need to climb to extreme altitudes. This trek allows you to witness breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Makalu (8,463m), Lhotse (8,516m), and Cho Oyu (8,188m). While you may be slightly farther from these towering giants, the panoramic vistas along the trail provide a more expansive view of the entire Himalayan range. As you traverse the lower Everest regions, you will walk through picturesque monasteries, charming villages, lush forests, and national parks, immersing yourself in the natural beauty and rich culture of the area. The trek includes crossing several suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi and Imja Rivers, adding an exhilarating element to your journey. The experience of walking on glacier rocky paths and navigating slippery trails is both thrilling and rewarding, offering stunning scenery at every turn. One of the remarkable aspects of the Pikey Peak Trek is its accessibility; there are no strict age boundaries for participation. Whether you are a senior traveler or a younger adventurer, this trek can be tailored to suit your needs, provided you feel safe and comfortable. However, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the route map, itinerary, potential challenges, altitude considerations, and necessary preparations before embarking on this journey. Throughout your trek, you will have the opportunity to visit the vibrant villages and towns of the Khumbu region, known for their unique culture, traditions, and warm hospitality. Highlights of the trek include the Pikey Peak Base Camp and Jase Bhanjyang, as well as the culturally significant Thubten Choeling Monastery, which adds depth to your experience. The Pikey Peak Trek is not just a physical journey; it is an enriching experience that offers insights into the local way of life and the stunning landscapes of the Himalayas. Join Expert Asian Tours and Travels for this thrilling adventure, and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
It is a short tour and popular holidays tour in Nepal. Asides from a discovery of harmony of Buddhism and Hinduism in Kathmandu, Lumbini and in Pokhara. These places are the important places in and around world for Buddhism. Kathmandu is home of temples and Buddha was born at Lumbini, the founder of Buddhist religion and Pokhara is city of Lakes. Kathmandu is a culturally and histories places and fascinating cultural encounters that never disappoint, making it one of the most popular and sought-after destinations in South Asia. It truly is a place for travellers to realise their dreams. Kathmandu Pokhara tour offers you to see in Kathmandu such as Darbar square, famous Hindu temple of Pashupatinath and Buddhist pilgrims of Bouddhanath Stupa and Swambhunath. Lumbini is the birthplace of Buddha. The main attraction of the city is the Sacred Garden. To the west of the Mayadevi Temple, stands the Ashoka Pillar which was erected by Emperor Ashoka in 249 BC to commemorate his pilgrimage to the sacred site. Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. At an elevation lower than that of Kathmandu, it has much more tropical feel to it; a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diverse flowers that prosper in this environment has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks.
Draped along the spine of the Himalayas, Nepal is a land of sublime scenery, time-worn temples, and some of the best hiking trails on earth. It is rich in scenic splendour and cultural treasures and has long exerted a pull on the imagination of travellers from near and far. It is the kind of country that lingers in your dreams long after you leave it. This is why so many travellers are drawn back to Nepal, armed the second time round with a greater appreciation of its natural and cultural complexity, a stout pair of walking boots and a desire for sculpted calf muscles. This program and time table mentioned are just for the guidelines, we can tailor it once we know the individual thoughts.
Everest Region: 3 passes have been the most famous trek for the trekkers. Renjo-La pass trek is one of the most best trekking route for both of them who have already been even Everest base camp and other who have not done. In Khumbu Chola and Renjola also known as Everest Circuit trek, this is one of the most adventurous treks in the khumbu Himalayas. It follows the route via high pass of Cho La at 5,330m into the base camp of Mt. Everest then Kongma La 5,535m to Chukkung. A unique trek that goes through Lukla, Namche bazaar and all the way to Gokyo, Chola Pass, Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp. During the trekking period we will explore the heart of the Sherpa homeland, visiting Namche Bazaar and Khumjung village before ascending the stunning Gokyo Valley. A string of glacial lakes is set like pearls in a beautiful high-altitude wilderness dominated by the great peaks of Cho Oyu and Gyanchungkang on the borders of Tibet. In the Chola Pass Trek we ascend Gokyo Ri, one of the finest vantage points for Mount Everest, Makalu and Lhotse. Crossing into the Khumbu Valley by way of the high and challenging Chola Pass, we then climb to the trekkers’ summit of Kalapathar, which affords more stunning views of Everest. Then it’s onto the Everest base Camp, scene of triumph and tragedy, where close-up views of the Khumbu Glacier can be.
Our route on this classic trek is a variation of the normal Everest trail to avoid the busier standard route and to see Sherpa villages that are less used to visitors. Starting with a spectacular flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, you then trek through the heart of Sherpa country. This challenging trek culminates in either an early morning ascent of Kala Pattar(18,188 feet/5.545 meters) or the long trek to Everest Base Camp. Kala Pattar looks down on the Khumbu glacier, where the Base Camp is situated in expedition season, and offers superb views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Makalu Good acclimatization is the key factor in ensuring that you are successful in reaching your trek objective. Our side of the trek to the lovely village of Thame takes you off the beaten track, and more builds-in additional acclimatization days. Consequently our success rate for clients reaching their objective, be it Everest Base Camp, or looking down on Everest Base Camp from Kala Pattar, is excellent.
You will fly directly in to the high Khumbu region and once you reach at the Lukla airport you will head toward the trekking trail. This trekking is one of the relish fantastic trekking under the eyes of many of the world’s highest mountains including Sagamartha, Mother Goddess of the Earth (Everest) herself and many of the highest Himalayan in the world. For those with limited time, this trip allows you to fly into the Everest Region, catch a glimpse of this great mountain and briefly experience the Sherpa culture, traditions and hospitality. You will take a 35 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla tiny airstrip at Lukla through the bustling Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar then climbs gently from the madding crowds of the main trail up to mystical Phakding, Manjo and Namche. Manjo and Namche – towering rock faces; glistening mountain spires; juncture of ancient trading routes to Tibet and beyond – the cozy homesteads are home to many of Nepal’s greatest mountaineers, inspiring Sherpa artists and many, many smiling faces. Staying at Yeti Mountain Home or Everest Summit Lodge and relaxing in relative comfort at the end of each walking day. These both the lodges are one of the finest lodges available only in Everest region from where one can enjoy the beautiful mountains with snow clad. Serve testy meals with different menu each day and prepared under hygienically. This trip takes you into the heart of bravest Sherpa country who climbed Mount Everest. The trail passes through quaint villages, waterfalls and verdant fields in rich hues of green and yellow. Amidst many of the programs on offer, this is the best trek and to introduction Sherpa people their culture, religious and many more. Apart from this, you also enjoy the beautiful mountains glimpses on top of your head.
This trek visits all of the high valleys surrounding Everest culminating with the ascent of Kala Pattar and the walk to Everest Base Camp. We have extra time at Gokyo to explore the upper valley, providing the most extensive view of Everest in the whole of the Khumbu. With time to explore villages and monasteries and to sample the incredible hospitality of the Sherpa people, this trek is unbeatable. We begin our trek with an unforgettable mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Walking through delightful Sherpa villages we make our way to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar. Here we have allowed time for essential acclimatisation. Continuing higher to Gokyo’s alpine lakes we explore the upper valley beneath the huge bulk of Cho Oyu. From here and from the top of Gokyo Ri (5496m) we have an unbelievable view of Everest and the surrounding peaks and glaciers. Our trek continues through the Khumbu valley to the top of Kala Pattar (5600m) for even more spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including the black rocky ramparts of Everest’s southwest face and the Khumbu icefall tumbling from the Western Cwm. We have a day to visit Everest Base Camp across the Khumbu Glacier at the foot of the immensely impressive Khumbu icefall. Our return journey will take us to Tyangboche monastery, the most important centre of Buddhism in the area, before ending our trek at Lukla and another opportunity to experience the exciting mountain flight to Kathmandu.
Expert Asian designed this trek because the people who want to trek and climb the mountain to touch the sky. Located on top of the Chhukung glacier between Ama Dablam and Lhotse mountains, Island peak is the most sought after trekking destination because of its challenging geographical condition. Each year more than 300 groups attempt to scale the summit of island peak. This trek offers an excellent opportunity to climb a Himalayan Summit (6173m) together with an exhilarating Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Pathar. The most difficult section is a mixed rock and ice wall at a slope of around 45 degrees leading to the narrow summit ridge. The Island peak Expedition would be suitable for a climber visiting the Himalayas for the first time or keen hill walkers with previous mountaineering experience using crampons and ice axe. Island Peak is a more technical peak than some of the other trekking peaks in Nepal, it starts with an easy scramble along a rock ridge to a glacier and above there is a steep snow headwall leading to a classic summit ridge. The views from the top are superb including the south face of Lhotse and Ama Dablam. Island Peak climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek is a fantastic experience in the Himalayas of Nepal. It is designed for energetic and physically fit trekkers with little or no experience in mountain expedition. Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) is one of the main climbing peaks in the Everest Region of Nepal with an impressive and highly glaciated West Face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier. Being one of the ‘trekking peaks’ with very little technical aspects, Island Peak is not a difficult undertaking for a beginner climber wishing to enter the incredible world of mountain climbing. Hundreds of climbers flock to Nepal every year to get a permit for Island Peak climbing. Our adventure also takes us into the heartland of the Khumbu Valley and Sherpa culture. Before scaling the peak, we also visit, possibly the most popular trekking destination in the world – Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) and Kalapatthar – for the up close views of Mt. Everest and other high mountains.