Nepal: Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri 5357m trek

Airport transfer. Check-in at the hotel. Rest after a long flight. Group introduction. Procurement of necessary supplies and equipment.

Early wake-up, transfer to Ramechhap Airport. Short flight to Lukla and the start of the trek. Hike to Phakding.

Timing: 4-5 hours by car, 1 hour flight + 3 hours hike.

A fairly long day with the first extended ascent. A gain of 900 meters in altitude. Along the way, we enter the national park where our permits will be checked. Before the steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, we'll cross a picturesque suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River.

There's a resting platform midway up the ascent. Hospitable local residents sell mandarins there, and on clear days, you can catch a glimpse of Everest.

Timing: 5-6 hours. Uphill 900 m.

An excursion around the vicinity of Namche Bazaar. Visiting the Japanese hotel has become a sort of tradition, and then passing through the village of Khumjung before returning to the lodge. Lunch on the way.

Timing: 3-4 hrs. Uphill 500 m, downhill 500 m.

From Namche Bazaar along the EBC (Everest Base Camp) highway. The trail descends to the river, and from there, a climb of 500 meters to reach Tengboche. Monastery and incredible views await!

Timing: 4 hrs. Uphill 700 m. Downhill 400 m.

We'll continue along the main EBC trail after reaching the bridge. Taking the adjacent ridge of the valley, we return to the village of Pheriche, then descend to the river and finally ascend to Dole. It's going to be a long day.

Timing: 6-7 hrs. Uphill 800 m. Downhill 200 m.

A shorter day ahead. We're ascending above the tree line now. Alpine meadows, grand mountains. Yaks grazing around. Lunch on the way.

Timing: 4 hrs. Uphill 500 m. Downhill 100 m.

We're gaining the final meters to the lakes. There are a couple of lodges along the way for lunch. The first lake is small, the second is considerably larger. The third lake has a settlement on its shores where we'll be staying. In the evening, we'll take a stroll around the lake.

Timing: 5 hrs. Uphill 400 m.

We'll start early, around 3-4 am, to reach the summit at sunrise. It will be cold, but the sunrise will be worth it. Essentially, all the warm clothing will be necessary here. The rest of the day can be spent recovering or taking a walk to the fourth lake.

Timing: 5 hrs. Uphill 600 m.

We follow the lake and ascend towards the pass, winding our way along ledges until unexpectedly emerging onto the pass. The descent begins with man-made steps, leading to a small lake, and then a long gradual descent to the lodges.

Timing: 6-7 hrs. Uphill 600 m. Downhill 1000 m.

A relatively flat hike, with some descent, but covering a big distance. We'll also visit the Thame Monastery along the way.

Timing: 5 hrs. Uphill 100 m. Downhill 600 m.

Crossing a bridge adorned with ancient Rinpoche images, we descend through a busier trail into the forested area, eventually arriving back in Namche Bazaar. After lunch, another 2 hours of trekking will take us to Monjo. There's also a monastery here, and you could attend the morning service if you like.

Timing: 6 hrs. Uphill 100 m. Downhill 1100 m.

Once again, we're on the main trail with all its familiar aspects. However, in certain spots, you can enjoy delicious coffee and indulge in some excellent baked goods. By evening, we'll reach Lukla.

Timing: 4 hrs. Uphill 300 m. Downhill 300 m.

Early in the morning, we'll take a flight to Ramechhap and then embark on a lengthy transfer back to Kathmandu by car.

Timing: 1 hour flight, 5-6 hrs by car.

We'll have a chance to enjoy some meals and shop for souvenirs.

According to the tickets, we'll arrange a transfer to the airport.