Gokyo Valley Trek & Kathmandu City Tour (15 Days) Tour with 20 Reviews by Alpine Club Of Himalaya

15 daysDuration

Private and Group TourPrivate with some fixed group departures

50 peopleMaximum group size

10 - 85 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

5000mHighest point reached

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

See some of the major highlights of Kathmandu during a guided city tour

Spend 1 day in Namche Bazaar, the centre of trade & commerce in the Khumbu region

Trek to the majestic Gokyo Valley. See the 6 sacred lakes

Climb to the top of Gokyo Ri, enjoy majestic views of the Himalayas

Itinerary

The "Gokyo Valley Trek & Kathmandu City Tour (15 Days)" is an inspired alternative for trekkers seeking quieter trails and dramatic scenery in the Everest region. Start with a guided tour of Kathmandu’s UNESCO sites before heading to the mountains, where the Gokyo Valley’s six sacred lakes and the breathtaking summit of Gokyo Ri await. Experience traditional Sherpa villages and savor local cuisine in peaceful settings. The unique selling point of this trek is its blend of high-altitude adventure with tranquility—offering Everest-level vistas with fewer crowds, making it a top choice for young adults and experienced trekkers alike.

day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. Our representative will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel for check-in. You are free for the rest of the day.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel

Meals:Dinner

day 2 - Kathmandu city tour

Leave your hotel after breakfast for a full-day, guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, the epicenter of religious and cultural life in the city and an area filled with old temples of historical significance.

Some of the sights worth seeing are Kal Bhairav, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kasthamandap and Kumari Ghar, the last of which is home to the living goddess Kumari. Afterwards, visit Swayambhunath, the famous stupa perched on top of a hill in the west of the city that is said to be one of the oldest Buddhist stupas in the world.

Proceed to the Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This massive temple complex sits on the banks of the Bagmati River. Only Hindus are allowed to enter into the temple premises, whereas tourists can see the temple from the eastern side of the Bagmati River.

Your last destination today is Boudhanath, a Buddhist stupa said to be one of the largest in the world. This massive structure stands tall with four pairs of eyes each facing the four cardinal directions. Enjoy your welcome dinner in the evening.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Kathmandu - Lukla (flight) & trek to Phakding

Board the early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to upper Phakding. Travel past the Sherpa villages of Chheplung, Ghat, Sano and Thulo Gumela. See Drangdrak Gompa and Pema Choling Gompa along the way.

Accommodation: Guest house