The best Everest views: trekking to Nepal's Pikey Peak

Arrival - Transfer To The Hotel

Day 1: Welcome to Nepal!

Welcome to Nepal! Upon your arrival, a representative will pick you up from the airport and drive to the hotel in the centrally located destination in Kathmandu.

In the afternoon, you can stroll around the city, soaking up all the sights and sounds of Nepal's bustling capital. Your guide will be happy to give you recommendations for places to visit and especially to eat.

In the evening, prepare for trekking to Pikey Peak the next day. You'll need your strength!

Kathmandu - Drive To Jantardhap And Overnight

Day 2: Road Trip From Kathmandu to a Mountain Village

Today, it's a long drive into the mountains. Early in the morning, you'll leave Kathmandu and drive out through the region. Along the way, you'll pass jaw-dropping views that will make you want to get out of the car and take some panoramic pictures.

Eventually, you will reach this small village situated 3000m from the sea level. It is a special village in the eastern part of Nepal. When you're there, you'll stay at the local tea house and experience the famous local hospitality.

Jantardhap - Trek To Jhapre 2950 Meters

Day 3: Full Trekking Day Through Breathtaking Mountains

Today in the morning, you will be experiencing the first sunrise view in the mountains from Chuiyathan Danda. It takes less than 20 minutes to ascend to the top. The sunrise view is enchanting with a parallel array of hills, the villages, and the view of Mount Everest.

After the sunrise, you will come back to the tea house and start the hike to Sigane through the rhododendron pine and bamboo forest. The trail descends to Sigane, another small village with a couple of local tea houses. In the afternoon, we will stop for lunch.

Then, the trail will turn upward to reach the village of Jhapre. The tea houses are very simple but have a lot of charm. You can visit the Buddhist monastery and a great view of the mountain and lower village area.

Jhapre - Trek To Pikey Base Camp 3680 Meters

Day 4: Base Camp Day on Pikey Peak

Today is the day to reach the destination - Pikey Peak. It takes less than two hours to the first stop and with a continuous hike for several more hours, you'll reach 4100m, the first viewpoint.

Pikey Peak is amazing as you can see more than 70% of the total Himalayans starting from Annapurna and ending to Kanchanjunga including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Sisa Pangma.

Pikey Peak had been the best viewpoint for Sir Edmund Hillary and was a popular trekking route for Everest lovers. Pikey Peak base camp offers an excellent view of 8 highest mountain ranges from Mt. Dhaulagiri in the west to Mt. Kanchenjunga in the east, including the highest peak in the world, Mt.Everest.

Pikey Base Camp - Trek To Loding 2350meters

Day 5: Trek From to One of Nepal's Most Stunning Rural Villages

After some amazing sunrise views, we'll trek on the trail and descend to Jasmane Bhanjyang through the thick rhododendron forest. We can make a break for tea, coffee, or lunch at this lovely village.

Next, we will be continuing on forward. This next part is mostly downhill and with a lot of beautiful pine forest along the way. Loding, as the town is called, is also known as a religious place because of a very popular Hindu temple that has a special celebration day once a year. You are now in one of the beautiful rural villages of Nepal, where you can experience the most amazing rural life of people, their daily work in the farmland.

Loding - Trek To Jorboudha Or Salme 1960 Meters

Day 6: River Crossing and Gorgeous Farming Lands

The trekking route for today follows a slightly downhill slope through the local village to the Solu River. After crossing the river, climb uphill to Phaplu, the central part of the Solukhumbu district. This place is a bit more of a developed area for this region.

You can visit the apple garden and local agricultural farm. Phaplu is also connected with the highway in case you'd like to drive back to Kathmandu. But we recommend you to experience the rural life of Nepal for the next few days. So, take the next trail to Jorboudha or Salme through a local village and more farming fields. Stop to say "hi" to the local people working in the field.

Jorboudha Or Salme - Trek To Tingla 2300 Meters

Day 7: Meet the Locals in the Village of Tingla

This day is the shortest hiking day of the trek, so you can take your time in the morning and start your trek a little late.

On the way to Tingla, there are a few water projects that might catch your interest and you can visit them as you go along. Today is more like a village trek, so you can take your time to work together with these wonderful people if you'd like. They are honest about their profession and work hard for their living in this village. The mode of living is subsistence farming. We have arranged the local homestay where you can experience authentic life in the village.

Tingla - Drive Back To Kathmandu

Day 8: Congratulations, You Finished the Trek!

Today you'll end your hike in the village of Tingla where you can simply rest and relax after a few strenuous days. You'll spend some time with the locals before it's time to get in the van and head back to the capital. 

Along the way, your guide will have you stop at a few points of interest and scenic vistas along the way. Make sure to have your camera ready to snaps some truly stunning photos.

When you arrive in Kathmandu, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening with a delicious meal to celebrate a successful trek!

Kathmandu - Boudhanath - Pashupatinath Cultural Tour

Day 9: Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Culture Tour

On your last full day, let's go on a culture tour! Boudhanath is not only the largest stupa in the valley but also in the world. It lies about 6 km east of downtown Kathmandu and many meters high, presenting one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design. With hundreds of prayer wheels and 108 small images of Buddha all around, Boudhanath is a great way to end your trip.

Pashupatinath temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples in the world and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The pagoda-style Hindu temple with gilt roofing and richly carved silver doors is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is situated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. You will be able to observe the full cremation process here, allowing you to contemplate the life cycle as you watch this display of love and devotion.

Transfer To The Airport - Departure To The Next Desitnation

Day 10: Goodbye, Nepal

Your last day in Nepal has sadly arrived. Take one last morning to enjoy the beautiful city of Kathmandu. Stroll through the streets, eat some delicious last meals, and do some last-minute souvenir shopping.

Soon, it will be time to pack your bags. Your friendly driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to the airport. It may be the end of your trip, but you'll have memories from your amazing vacation in Nepal that will last you a lifetime.