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.
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.
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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.
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