Day 1
Lukla to Phakding
3 hrs / 8 km / sleep 2,610 m
Fly to Lukla and trek along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
Everest
Everest Panorama Trek
A shorter alternative to EBC that reaches Namche Bazaar and the Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam - without the grueling high-altitude days.
Easy7 days3,880 mMar - May, Sep - Nov
Photo: Tom Simcock / Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
Key Highlights & Takeaways
- Everest View Hotel (3,880m)
- Namche Bazaar - Sherpa capital
- Khumjung village & school
- Tengboche Monastery
A shorter alternative to EBC that reaches Namche Bazaar and the Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam - without the grueling high-altitude days.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 7 planned days, 60 km of walking, and 2,800 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Everest View Hotel (3,880m), Namche Bazaar - Sherpa capital, Khumjung village & school, Tengboche Monastery.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
6 hrs / 11 km / sleep 3,440 m
Cross suspension bridges and climb to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest.
Day 3
Namche Bazaar acclimatization
5 hrs / 8 km / sleep 3,440 m
Acclimatization day. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) and Khumjung village.
Day 4
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
5 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,860 m
Trek through rhododendron forests to Tengboche Monastery with Ama Dablam views.
Day 5
Tengboche to Namche Bazaar
4 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,440 m
Return trek to Namche with different light and perspectives on the mountains.
Day 6
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
7 hrs / 19 km / sleep 2,860 m
Long descent back to Lukla via Phakding.
Day 7
Lukla acclimatization
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 2,860 m
Buffer day for weather delays. Fly back to Kathmandu.
Altitude profile
How high you sleep, night by night
The single biggest safety factor on a high trek is how fast your sleeping altitude rises. Here's the shape of this itinerary.
2,860 m
Start
3,860 m
Highest sleep
3,880 m
Max altitude
7
Nights
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- Duration
- 7 days
- Altitude
- 3,880 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
Everest Panorama Trek FAQ
Straight answers on length, altitude, permits, season and cost for the Everest Panorama Trek, generated from the same route data the TrekGuard app uses.
How many days does the Everest Panorama Trek take?
The TrekGuard planning itinerary for the Everest Panorama Trek runs 7 days and covers 60 km of walking. That includes 2 acclimatization days where you sleep at the same village instead of climbing higher. Treat it as a baseline: weather, flight delays and how you acclimatize can add days, so build slack into your schedule.
How high does the Everest Panorama Trek go?
The Everest Panorama Trek tops out at 3,880 m. The highest place you sleep on this itinerary is about 3,860 m, which matters more for altitude illness than the daytime high point.
What permits do you need for the Everest Panorama Trek?
The Everest Panorama Trek normally requires: Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit. Permit rules, fees and issuing offices change between seasons - confirm the current requirements with the Nepal Tourism Board or a registered agency before you travel.
When is the best time to trek the Everest Panorama Trek?
Mar - May, Sep - Nov is the usual window for the Everest Panorama Trek. Outside it you are trading stable weather for either monsoon cloud and leeches or deep winter cold and snow-blocked passes.
How difficult is the Everest Panorama Trek?
The Everest Panorama Trek is rated easy, with 2,800 m of total ascent over 60 km. Walking days are roughly 3-7 hours. No technical climbing skills are required on the standard route.
Can you get altitude sickness on the Everest Panorama Trek?
Yes. The Everest Panorama Trek reaches 3,880 m, well above the 2,500 m mark where acute mountain sickness (AMS) becomes possible for anyone, regardless of fitness or age. Keep sleeping-altitude gains gradual, take the built-in rest days (2 on this itinerary), and descend if headache, nausea or breathlessness get worse rather than better. This is general information, not medical advice - see a travel-medicine clinician before the trip.
Where does the Everest Panorama Trek start and finish?
The Everest Panorama Trek starts and finishes at Lukla, in the Everest region.
Is there phone signal on the Everest Panorama Trek?
Coverage on the Everest Panorama Trek is: variable by village and carrier. Assume you will lose data for long stretches - download map packs, the GPX track and the forecast before you leave the last town, and carry a power bank.
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