The final trekking day from Phakding to Lukla is a short yet meaningful journey, filled with reflection and appreciation of the Himalayas. The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River upstream, passing through several traditional Sherpa villages like Ghat, Thado Koshi, and Chheplung. Though the route is mostly a gentle ascent, the trail can feel more challenging due to accumulated fatigue. Lush pine forests, mani stones, and fluttering prayer flags accompany you along the way. After crossing a few suspension bridges and passing scenic spots, a gradual uphill walk leads you to Lukla. Upon arrival, you can relax, explore the small town, or celebrate the completion of the trek with your team. It’s a time to reflect on the incredible journey through the Khumbu region and prepare for your flight back to Kathmandu. This final day marks the end of an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Everest Himalayas
Nepal Himalayan Culture Tour 9 Days
Facts of the trip
| Trip Code: | ECT02 |
| Trip Duration: | 9 days |
| Max. Altitude: | 3962m |
| Grade: | Moderate |
| Program Type: | Tea house |
| Trek Start Point: | Lukal |
| Trek End Point: | Lukla |
| Accommodation: | Tea house |
| Meals: | Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner |
| Mode of Travel: | Tours |
| Transportation: | Air/Bus/Car |
| Minimum Pax: | 5 |
| Best season: | April/May or September/December |
Nepal Himalayan Culture Tour is suitable for those who do not have much time to spend but have a burning desire to see the Mt. Everest closely and Himalayan Sherpa culture. Nepal is the country of Mt. Everest and everyone may have such desire who have heard of reading about this highest mountain in this world.
The Himalayan culture of Nepal is fascinating from living religions like Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism, and Nature worship. And the enjoyable part of the tour is you get to see a magnificent view of the mountain and the Himalayan range.
The culture is vibrant with the presence of thousands of temples. The diverse ethnic peoples and their culture, as diverse as colorful have made a deep impact on the major religions and vice versa. You may call it animist or tantric all these have its own impact on the religion people of Nepal put into practice.
Religion-based on animist trait has its own festival enthusiastic to nature. Lord Shiva is manifested in a different form to different religious supporter. But all consider him as generous and terrifying God. The Impact of Buddhism and the sage Padma Shambhala who propagated Buddhism in remote parts of the Himalaya has a tale of spiritual and tantric power used.
The religious group like the impact of tantric power has also left a deep impression in the lives of people in Khumbu valley like other far-flung villages. Your journey to the heartland of Sherpa culture takes you to the tale of these remarkable people who in this cultural tour we would like to show you many of the same subjects seen by general visitors but in a different light. Unlike the rushing trekkers you meet, interact and expose yourself to the culture.
01, Kathmandu to Lukla the tour to Phakding.
02, Phakding to Namche bazar
03, Namche rest day for acclimatization
Day 04, Namche to Thyangboche.
Day 05, Thyangboche rest day.
06, Thyangboche to Namche bazar
07, Namche bazar to Phakding
08, Phakding to Lukla
09, Lukla to Kathmandu by flight.
Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,652m.) about 50 minutes then walk to Phakding (2652m.) about 3 hrs. The trail descends steadily through the bank of Dudh Koshi River , Sherpa villages and Mani stones and reaches to Phakding.
Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m.): – After breakfast start the trekking following the trail ascending gradually towards Jorsale crossing the suspension bridges over Dud Koshi river and get the entrance gate on National Park. After wards crossing three more bridge the trail ascends through the Alpine and Rhododendron jungle. It my be possible to see the Dears, Blue Ship on the way and the trail ends at Namche Bazaar, the highest Sherpa market in the world.
Day 03: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursions.
Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Thyangboche (3867m.): After breakfast the trekking starts forThyangboche, it is one hour walk to cross the plain grass field and descend to Dudh Koshi river then reaches to Phunki thenga for lunch. After lunch the train steeply ascends toward Thyangboche through the same type of jungle watching different kinds of birds, animals and beautiful views of Numbur (6959m.)
Day 05: Rest day at Thyangboche: This the day to view the mountains such as mount Everest (8,848m.), Lhotse (8,516m.), Lhotse Shar (8,383m), Nuptse (7,879m), Ama Dablam (6,856m.), Kang Tenga (6,685m.), Thamserku (6,608m.), Kwangde (6,187m), Choloste (6,440m.), Tawoche (6,542m.), Numbur (6,959m.), Kahantang (6,853m.) and look around the Monastery which is built at the highest place in the world.
Day 06: After a peaceful morning at Tyangboche Monastery, the journey to Namche Bazaar begins with a steep descent through rhododendron forests and pine trees. The trail drops down to the Dudh Koshi River, crossing a suspension bridge near Phunki Tenga. From here, it’s a gradual uphill climb through shaded forest trails, passing small settlements and occasional prayer wheels. Along the way, trekkers are treated to final glimpses of Ama Dablam, Everest, and Lhotse. The trail winds through winding paths and brings you back into the bustling heart of the Khumbu region — Namche Bazaar. As you re-enter the town, the vibrant energy of shops, bakeries, and trekking lodges welcomes you. After days in higher altitudes, the comfort and relatively lower elevation of Namche provide a perfect place to rest, refresh, and reflect on the remarkable experiences of the Everest region before continuing the descent toward Lukla.
Day 07: The trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding is a pleasant downhill journey that retraces the route taken during the ascent. After breakfast, the trail descends steeply along a rocky path, passing through pine forests and enjoying scenic views of the Dudh Koshi River. Along the way, trekkers cross several suspension bridges, including the iconic Hillary Bridge. You’ll pass through small Sherpa villages like Monjo and Jorsale, where trekkers check out from the Sagarmatha National Park. The path continues through lush forested trails and follows the riverbank, offering chances to spot Himalayan birds and mountain goats. As you approach Phakding, the air feels warmer and more humid, signaling your descent to a lower altitude. Upon arrival, you can relax in a teahouse by the riverside, enjoying the peaceful sounds of the flowing Dudh Koshi. The day offers a relaxing break before the final stretch to Lukla.
Day 08:
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AVAILABILITY OPTIONS
OPENED: This date is available and open for bookings.LIMITED: There are very limited number of available places on this departure. Immediate booking.
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Your Program Duration = 9 days Days
All the Prices are in GBP (£) Per Person.
Cost Include
one person USD$1995 for one person
1-2 person USD$1470 for per person
Up to 5 person USD$ 1015 for per person
Cost Included
- All airport hotel airport transfers
- National permit, permit National park permit TIMS (Trekking Information Management System)
- Flight fare from Lukla-Kathmandu
- Accommodation, food, & Tea/coffee during trek
- Guide:- including salary, insurance, equipment, bus transportation, flight fare, food and lodging
- Porter:- including salary, insurance, equipment, bus transportation, food and lodging
- For guest:-Down jacket, Good sleeping bag (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- All government and local taxes
Cost Exclude
Cost Is Not Included
• Food in Kathmandu (Lunch & Dinner)
• Bakery food during the trek
• Nepal Visa fee
• International airfare from your country to Kathmandu and from Kathmandu
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
• Travel and rescue insurance if guest get mountain sickness and need to rescue helicopter.
• Personal expenses example (phone calls, laundry service , bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
• Tips for guide and porters
our testimonials
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Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and then…
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Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years. My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern. The second trek I did with Dammaru two years…
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Dear Dammaru I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I…
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I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769…
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My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon…
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Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and then as a support person in Nepal before, during and after. He completed the following tasks with the utmost professionalism and patience.
Arranged transfer of a large number of funds from Australian bank account to Nepalese bank account.
Communications with the village before we arrived to ensure the walls were built.
Organized our itinerary and necessary bookings for the trekking part of our journey for 8 adults.
Once we arrived in Nepal he then assisted us in purchasing all the gear we needed for the finishing of the hothouse. e.g. Polycarbonate roof sheeting and the many other bits of hardware necessary.
Transport of the roofing etc to Phortse village via helicopter, plane, yak, and porter.
As well as being a part of the project Dammaru also was our trekking guide for the duration of our trip of 5 weeks. He organized everything for us from the hotel, in Kathmandu and everything in between our trek to base camp.
He is honest, reliable and always puts the customer first. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dammaru to anyone who is considering a trip to Nepal.
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Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader
I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years.
My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern.
The second trek I did with Dammaru two years later. This trip was the culmination of a long term project to build hothouses in a village deep into the Solu Khumbu region.
www.himalyanhothouse.org To complete this project Dammaru had a pivotal role in developing contacts, sourcing materials helping to manage the project finances. During the preparations for the Hothouse project, we found Dammaru to be honest, prompt and very hardworking. He also showed a great understanding of our requests and needs for the project to be successful. During the trek, itself Dammaru co-ordinated seven of our group and six porters as well as an extra climbing guide. He also acted as a very effective interpreter and liaison with the people of the village of Phortse.
On a personal level, Dammaru is the most genuine man with a big heart. He shared the passion for our project and its humanitarian ideals. Once again our safety during the whole trek was his main concern. A phrase often used by Dammaru sums up his professional work ethic. Service is most important.
I would not hesitate to recommend the services of Dammaru Niraula if you plan to undertake a trek or similar activity in Nepal.
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Dear Dammaru
I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I would recommend you as one choice. His personality and professional guide skill makes me fun of Trekking and Nepal. so I am planning to go to Nepal again this August. He may meet all demand of you request on your trekking trip even though you join in the big group. Because he has more over 10 years experience of trekking guide for Many English and Japanese speaker. Actually, I have never met such a good Japanese speaker guide and I had no chance to speak in English with him.
I can recommend him to all people who need great experience guide with English or Japanese.
so you can get satisfaction for a great guide.
Very Thanks,
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I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769 feet).
Our group was led by Dammaru Niraula and we were most impressed by his leadership qualities. He introduced us gently to the lower altitudes and gradually encouraged us on longer and more arduous days of trekking. At Manang, he encouraged us to take a day trek up the lower slopes of Gangapurna and Annapurna III (see my photo below) and afterward to attend an altitude safety lecture in Manang. We are all convinced that, without his careful attention to altitude safety, we would not all have completed the trek over Thorong La and some of us at least would have joined the many trekkers who are forced to descend suffering from altitude sickness. We will always be eternally grateful to Dammaru and his team of Sherpas.
Like many Nepalese, Dammaru has a very quiet and gentle nature with a keen sense of humor and fun. At first, he appears to be shy and reserved but is constantly attending to the needs of his guests, assessing their temperaments and abilities and adjusting the itinerary accordingly. After a few days in his care, you come to realize that you are in the hands of an experienced, competent and understanding mountain guide.
I can recommend him too highly and know that he will continue to offer excellent trekking facilities in the Himalayas.
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My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. We live in a plain and therefore training for the trek was a challenge in itself. We spent our weekends climbing up and down a 700metre high hill that was regarded as sufficiently steep for our training needs. However, we were unsure of what to expect in Nepal and were concerned about our levels of fitness for the trek that we had in mind. We were introduced to our guide, Dammaru at the hotel we were staying in Kathmandu and our anxieties were quickly alleviated. This diminutive gentleman exuded confidence and assured us that he was able to accommodate our individual fitness levels and ensure that our time in his country was hassle free. And indeed he did! Without it being particularly noticeable, Dammaru controlled the tempo of our daily treks in order that the enjoyment factor always exceeded any physical discomfort. His relationship with the locals was both real & genuine which meant we never felt like intruders or uncomfortable in their presence. Dammaru's keen negotiation skills with the local tea house proprietors' meant the delay between arriving & unwinding from the challenges of our daily treks was minimal with the accommodation always being appropriate to our needs. His professionalism was faultless. He provided us with a wealth of information on all aspects of the history, culture, flora, and fauna of this remarkable country. Not only was he a fantastic guide, but his cheeky grin and sense of humor ensured Dammaru to be a fantastic traveling companion. Our dealings with Dammaru exceeded all expectations and we hope to make a return visit to this stunningly beautiful country.
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