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Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp
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Duration

13 D 12 N

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais, Hindi, Japanese

Overview

Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek – 13-Day Heli Adventure

Enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and luxury on our Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek. Stay at the Marriott in Kathmandu, premium lodges along the trek, and fly back by helicopter from Gorekshep to Kathmandu.

Trip Overview

  • Everest in ultimate style, comfort, and luxury
  • Tailor-made itinerary with a relaxed schedule and extra acclimatization days for safety and comfort
  • Best luxury hotel accommodations in Kathmandu such as Kathmandu Marriott, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Hotel Solti, Hyatt Regency, and Radisson
  • Trek with overnight stays at specially chosen luxury lodges with heated rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and gourmet meals
  • Outstanding service, private porters, and breathtaking views throughout the journey
  • Finish off your trip in style with a scenic helicopter flight from Gorekshep to Kathmandu
  • Ideal for travelers who seek adventure and luxury in the Himalayas

Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek provides you with an opportunity to experience more luxury while trekking to the base camp of Mt. Everest. Stay at the Kathmandu Marriott, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Hotel Solti, Hyatt Regency, and Radisson, Comfortable luxury lodges on the trek, and fly back to Kathmandu on a helicopter after the trek.

Our Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek is the ultimate luxury holiday in the Everest region offering remarkable highlights of the Everest region with a well-paced itinerary, fully guided and supported trekking to the base camp, and the best accommodation throughout the trip.

Your accommodation will be in a 5-star hotel, Kathmandu Marriott, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Hotel Soaltee, Hyatt Regency, and Radisson in Kathmandu, luxury lodges for 3 nights, and comfortable teahouses in higher places. After reaching the base camp, you will be flying back to Kathmandu on a helicopter Everest helicopter tour overlooking the trail you’ve just hiked and enjoying the scenery from the air.

Trek to Everest base camp following the standard itinerary with a careful approach and proper acclimatization. Two rest and acclimatization days at Namche and Dingboche are scheduled in the itinerary for proper acclimatization. You will be guided by an experienced leader with a higher staff ratio and each group will be backed up with a supplementary oxygen system and comprehensive medical kit.

This 13 day of adventure is perfect for people who would like an extreme adventure with more luxury while ticking off their bucket list of reaching Everest base camp.

Itinerary Overview

Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek begins with your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. Your trip leader will receive you at the airport and escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Your trip leader will inform you of the briefing and sightseeing timing for tomorrow.

Next morning, your day begins with half-day sightseeing of Kathmandu’s highlights and in the late afternoon time, there will be a trip briefing covering all the important aspects of the trek. The trip briefing is a great way to get acquainted with fellow travelers, meet your guides and most importantly learn more about the trip and the region you are going to tread. This way it ensures you are fully prepared, informed and ready to start the trek the following day.

Your trek begins on Day 03 as you fly to Lukla, the flight time is about 35 mins from Kathmandu to Lukla and your journey commences from here onwards. We will follow the standard route to the base camp while following a careful approach and proper acclimatization. Two major acclimatization days are scheduled in Namche and Dingboche. On both days you will climb high and sleep low, adapting yourself to the increasing altitude. We trek to Everest base camp and retrace to Gorekshep for the final night on the trek. From Gorekshep, we will fly out on a helicopter to Kathmandu avoiding the downhill walk.

An experienced leader with a higher staff ratio depending on your group size will accompany you and guide you throughout the trek.

Service is paramount and we do not compromise on the services you deserve. We have crafted a well-devised itinerary including two acclimatization days and a well-paced itinerary.

What makes our Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek different?

For those visitors who desire that extra bit of luxury and comfort amidst the untamed beauty of the Himalayas, the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return presents a highly enticing option. Picture receiving the best possible services amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Khumbu area. The luxury tour combines the adventure of a helicopter flight with the best in luxury to make every element of your travel elite.

From super comfy stays, high staff to client ratio, experienced trek leader, all-inclusive trip, this special trek gives a new meaning to luxury at high altitudes. If you’re looking for a mix of thrill and indulgence, the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return is the way to go—offering a unique journey that goes beyond the usual.

Our Luxury Everest base camp trek is a full trip. Both Kathmandu and trekking accommodation are covered. All the meals during the trek and hot water are covered. All ground transportation, trekking permits, and air tickets are covered. We also included the helicopter flight all the way back to Kathmandu after the trek.

This trek is suitable for those having no high-altitude trekking experience. Safety is of the highest priority when traveling with Highland Expeditions and on this trek, you will have the safety backup of a supplementary oxygen system, Oximeter, and First Aid Kit. We also provide a higher staff ratio, there will be 1 assistant guide for every 3 participants.

Is this trek suitable for you?

Our Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek reaches a peak of [5,500m/18,195ft] at Kalapathar with a peak overnight at [5,140m/16,865ft] at Gorekshep for the night. Our trek follows a carefully planned acclimatization but you are expected to be physically fit enough to walk for 10 days at an increasing altitude from [2,800m/9,185ft] at Lukla.

A daily trek of 6 hrs on average is expected to carry your small backpack (5kgs) which needs to be packed with your valuables, water, camera, snacks etc. Your main duffel bag will be carried by the porter and you will be guided by an experienced leader with assistant guides to assist along the route on the trek.

If you are looking for a Everest base camp trek then this trek is a perfect option for you with a chance to trek to Everest base camp in a luxurious way

Highlights

  • Trek to Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp on a nicely scheduled itinerary with proper rest and acclimatization days
  • Stay overnight at a 5-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Stay overnight at luxury lodges for three nights, a semi-luxury lodge for one night and basic lodges for four nights on the trek
  • All meals, hot drinks and unlimited hot water are included during the trek
  • High staff-to-client ratio to assist during the trek.
  • Expert guides with standby oxygen system and sophisticated medical kit
  • Helicopter return to Kathmandu from Gorekshep
  • Complimentary hire of warm down jacket, hot sleeping bag and a water proof duffel bag

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,400m/4,593ft]

  • Pick-up at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to Kathmandu Marriott / Hyatt Regency / Soaltee / Yak & Yeti / Radisson
  • Welcome drink and briefing session in the evening
  • Overnight at 5-star luxury hotel with breakfast

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Trek Preparation

  • Half-day guided sightseeing of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath
  • Afternoon: Trek briefing, equipment check, and meeting with your trek team
  • Overnight at luxury hotel in Kathmandu

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,860m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610m)

  • Scenic 35-minute flight to Lukla
  • Trek begins through villages and forest trails
  • Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or similar luxury lodge
  • Duration: 3-4 hrs walk

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)

  • Trek via suspension bridges and enter Sagarmatha National Park
  • Steep climb to the famous Namche Bazaar
  • Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home or similar premium lodge
  • Duration: 5-6 hrs walk

Day 05: Acclimatization Day at Namche

  • Short hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic Himalayan views (Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam)
  • Explore Namche town and local market
  • Overnight at luxury lodge

Day 06: Trek to Debuche (3,820m) via Tengboche Monastery

  • Visit Tengboche Monastery (famous spiritual center)
  • Descend to quiet Debuche village
  • Overnight at Rivendell Lodge or similar comfort lodge
  • Duration: 5-6 hrs walk

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m)

  • Gradual trail through forest and alpine meadows
  • Cross the Imja River and reach Dingboche
  • Overnight at best available teahouse
  • Duration: 5-6 hrs walk

Day 08: Acclimatization Hike in Dingboche

  • Optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak (~5,100m) for incredible views
  • Rest, hydrate and relax
  • Overnight at Dingboche

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m)

  • Pass memorial monuments at Thukla
  • Stunning views of Nuptse, Pumori, and other peaks
  • Overnight at Lobuche Lodge or best available teahouse
  • Duration: 5-6 hrs walk

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) & back to Gorekshep (5,140m)

  • Highlight of the trip: visit Everest Base Camp
  • Return to Gorekshep for the night
  • Overnight at Gorekshep Lodge
  • Duration: 7-8 hrs walk

Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar (5,545m) & Helicopter Flight to Kathmandu

  • Sunrise hike to Kalapathar for the best view of Mount Everest
  • Board a scenic helicopter flight back to Kathmandu – enjoy aerial views of the Himalayas
  • Transfer to 5-star hotel in Kathmandu
  • Celebration dinner (optional)
  • Overnight at Kathmandu Marriott / Hyatt / Yak & Yeti / Radisson / Soaltee

Day 12: Leisure Day in Kathmandu

  • Optional spa treatments, souvenir shopping, or visit Bhaktapur / Patan
  • Relax at your luxury hotel
  • Overnight at 5-star hotel

Day 13: Departure Day

  • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
  • Farewell by your trek leader and team

Included/Excluded

  • 5-star hotel stays in Kathmandu (Marriott, Soaltee, Yak & Yeti, Radisson, Hyatt)
  • Luxury lodges on trek (Yeti Mountain Home & others)
  • Helicopter flight from Gorekshep to Kathmandu
  • All meals during trek, hot drinks, and unlimited hot water
  • Private porters, professional guides, medical kit, and supplemental oxygen system
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu
  • All domestic flights, permits, and ground transportation
  • Complimentary warm down jacket, sleeping bag, and waterproof duffel
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Nepal entry visa fee (visa available upon arrival at the airport – USD $30 for 15 days, USD $50 for 30 days)
  • Travel and medical insurance, including coverage for high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation (mandatory)
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except welcome or farewell dinner if included)
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and bottled drinks during the trek
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, snacks, souvenirs, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, and support staff (highly appreciated)
  • Extra costs due to flight delays, weather conditions, or unforeseen events
  • Additional accommodation and meals beyond the itinerary in case of early return or late departure
  • Optional activities or spa treatments not included in the itinerary
  • Any other item not specifically mentioned under “Trip Includes”

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Breakfast
Kitchen
Meal
Parking
Pool
Wi-Fi Internet
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Tour's Location

Everest Base Camp

FAQs

Is the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return worth it?

Yes! For travelers seeking comfort, scenic beauty, and adventure, the luxury version offers 5-star accommodations, guided trekking, and a helicopter return — making it absolutely worth the investment.

What are the best high-end Everest Base Camp trekking packages for Americans in 2025?

Top packages include 5-star hotels in Kathmandu, luxury lodges on the trail, guided treks with high staff ratios, meals, permits, and helicopter return flights.

Can I do the Everest Base Camp Trek in luxury as a first-time US traveler?

Absolutely. The luxury EBC trek is beginner-friendly with expert guides, slower acclimatization, top-tier lodging, and added safety measures — perfect for first-time high-altitude trekkers.

What does the 13-day Luxury Everest Base Camp itinerary include?

The itinerary covers stays at the Kathmandu Marriott, luxury and semi-luxury lodges, acclimatization days, guided hikes, and a helicopter return from Gorekshep to Kathmandu.

Is the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek suitable for beginners?


Yes, it's designed for trekkers of all levels, including beginners. With proper acclimatization days and a support team, you can enjoy the trek safely and comfortably.

How much does the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek cost from the USA?

Prices typically range from $4,000 to $6,000+ USD, depending on inclusions like helicopter return, premium lodging, and guiding services.

What’s the best way to trek to Everest Base Camp with style in 2025?

The best way is via a luxury package that includes deluxe accommodations, personal guides, porter service, and a scenic helicopter return for a hassle-free and stylish experience.

What does the all-inclusive luxury Everest Base Camp trek package include?

Everything! Airport transfers, 5-star hotels, all meals during the trek, luxury lodge stays, permits, guided support, safety gear, and a helicopter return.

Should I choose a helicopter return or do the full round trip trek?

If you're short on time or want to avoid the downhill trek, a helicopter return is ideal — offering stunning aerial views and a comfortable exit from the mountains.

What are the top luxury trekking experiences in Nepal for Americans?

Besides Everest, consider luxury treks to Annapurna Base Camp, Upper Mustang, or Manaslu Circuit. Each offers breathtaking views, rich culture, and premium services.

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