10 Days Trek Itinerary

Dhap

Day 1 - Kathmandu to Dhap

7-9 hours of early drive from kathmandu to Dhap (2,900 m) by jeep or bus with scenic but bumpy ride. Lodge in Dhap.

Jhapre

Day 2 - Jhapre

4-5 hours trek from Dhap to Jhapre (2,920 m) with easy trail through Rhododendron forests, local villages. First views of Everest and Numbur Himal on clear days.

Pikey Base Camp

Day 3 - Pikey Base Camp

6-7 hours trek from Jhapre to Pikey Base Camp (3,640 m) with pine and Rhododendron forests, yak pastures, and panoramic Himalayan views.

View from Pikey Peak

Day 4 - Pikey Peak and Junbesi

7-8 hours early morning hike from the base camp to Pikey Peak (4,065 m) for Panoramic sunrise over Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Dhaulagiri Ranges. Descent to Junbesi (2,700 m) through forest and villages.

Thupten Choeling Gumba

Day 5 - Thupten Choeling Gumba

Explore Junbesi with Sherpa Culture and Traditional architecture. 2-3 hours rounds trip to peaceful Thupten Choeling Gumba (Monastery).

Ringmu

Day 6 - Ringmu

4-5 hours trek from Junbesi to Ringmu (2,700 m) with forest trails, cultural village's and serene landscapes.

Junbesi

Day 7 - Beni

5-6 hours from Ringmu to Beni (3,250 m) through remote trial.

Dudhkunda Lake

Day 8 - Dudhkunda and Taksindu

6-8 hours trek from Beni to Dudhkunda Lake (4,561 m) through sacred lake with stunning apline scenery. Descent to Taksindu (3,070 m) through scenic forests and meadows.

Taksindu Monastery

Day 9 - Phaplu

4-5 hours descent from Taksindu to Phaplu (2,413m) through Taksindu Monastery with easy trails and relaxing day.

Phaplu Airport

Day 10 - Back to Kathmandu

8-10 hours drive or 30 min fly (weather permitting) from Phaplu to Kathmandu.