Classic Everest Trek (Jiri -EBC)

Key Points

Start At

Jiri

Duration

21–23 Days

Trekking Grade

C

Accommodation

Tea Houses / Lodges during the trek

Max. Altitude

5,364 m

Activity

Trekking & Cultural Exploration

Best Season

March–May (Spring) & September–November (Autumn)

End At

Lukla

Trip Overview

The Classic Everest Trek via Jiri is the original route to Everest Base Camp, followed by early Everest expeditions before the Lukla airport was built. This trek offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and remote Himalayan landscapes, passing through traditional villages, terraced farmlands, dense forests, and high mountain passes before joining the main Everest trail.

Highlights

  • Follow the historic trail used by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay

  • Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Jiri, the traditional gateway to Everest

  • Experience authentic rural Nepalese and Sherpa culture

  • Walk through lush forests, rivers, terraced hills, and high alpine landscapes

  • Trek through famous villages like Junbesi, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche

  • Visit Tengboche Monastery, the spiritual center of Khumbu

  • Stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Cho Oyu

  • Reach Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for sunrise views

  • Less crowded route compared to the Lukla direct EBC trek

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m) – Airport pickup & hotel transfer
Day 02: Kathmandu – Trek preparation & sightseeing (optional)
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri (1,955 m) – 7–8 hours
Day 04: Trek from Jiri to Shivalaya (1,770 m)
Day 05: Trek to Bhandar (2,190 m)
Day 06: Trek to Sete (2,575 m)
Day 07: Trek to Junbesi (2,700 m)
Day 08: Acclimatization day at Junbesi (visit monastery)
Day 09: Trek to Nunthala (2,220 m)
Day 10: Trek to Bupsa (2,360 m)
Day 11: Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) – Join main Everest trail
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 13: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 14: Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m)
Day 15: Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m)
Day 16: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Day 17: Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m)
Day 18: Trek to Gorakshep (5,164 m) & visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)
Day 19: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) – Trek back to Pheriche
Day 20: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 21: Trek to Lukla (2,860 m)
Day 22: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 23: Final departure

Package Include

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers

  • Ground transportation (Kathmandu–Jiri by private or public vehicle)

  • Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

  • All trekking permits (Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Local Permits)

  • Experienced, licensed English-speaking trekking guide

  • Porter service (1 porter for 2 trekkers)

  • Accommodation in tea houses during the trek

  • Three meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during trekking

  • Guide and porter meals, accommodation, insurance, and salary

  • First aid kit

  • All government taxes and service charges

Package Exclude

  • International airfare to and from Nepal

  • Nepal visa fees

  • Travel and rescue insurance

  • Personal trekking equipment

  • Hot showers, Wi-Fi, battery charging during the trek

  • Alcoholic drinks and bottled beverages

  • Snacks and personal expenses

  • Tips for guide and porter (recommended but optional)

  • Any extra costs due to itinerary changes, weather, or emergencies

All Inclusive Price

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