For this trip one will have to fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek towards Island Peak along the Khumbu valley, heading west through Tyangboche which is a very popular spot to catch magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Amadablam and Lhotse, as well as centuries-old monasteries. Literally, in the language of the Sherpas, Imja Tse means “the island in a glacial sea”, which accounts for the mountain’s name. From Island Peak spectacular views can be had of the North summit of Mt. Amadablam, the wide line of Mt. Nuptse and the Mt. Lhotse, the world’s third highest peak. The climb to Island Peak starts from the base camp, on to high camp and then the summit.

Lobuche East, in comparison to Island, is quite technical owing to its steady slopes. The views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Changtse, Mt. Pumori and Mt. Amadablam from its crest are quite marvellous. After successful ascents of both peaks the tour takes one into the Gokyo Valley after crossing Cho La pass for the sheer pleasure of beholding some sublime scenery.

Day to day information

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu and check into hotel
Day 2: Fly to Lukla. Trek to Phakding (2610m; 3hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m; 5hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 4: Rest at Namche Bazaar 
Day 5: Trek to Tyangboche (3887m; 6hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (4410m; 6hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 7: Trek to Chhukung (4730m; 3hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 8: Climb Chhukung Ri (5550m). Overnight Chhukkung at lodge
Day 9: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (4970m). Stay in tented camp
Day 10: Stay at BC. Overnight in tented camp
Day 11: Summit Island Peak (6160m) and return to BC 
Day 12: Trek to Dingboche. Overnight at lodge
Day 13: Trek to Lobuche East Base Camp (7hrs). Stay in tented camp
Day 14: Rest Day at BC. Stay in tented camp
Day 15: Trek to High Camp of Lobuche East (5400m). Stay in tented camp
Day 16: Summit Lobuche East (6119m). Return to BC to stay in tented camp
Day 17: Trek to Dzongla (4840m). Overnight at lodge
Day 18: Trek to Gokyo (4755m; 8hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 19: Climb to Gokyo Ri (5420m). Overnight at lodge at Machhermo (4400m)
Day 20: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m; 6hrs). Overnight at lodge
Day 21: Trek to Lukla. Overnight at lodge
Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel
Day 23: Leisure Day in Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel
Day 24: Depart Kathmandu

>All meals as specified for trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee).
>Arrival pick up & departure.
>All internal local transport as per the itinerary.
>Internal flights
>All trekking arrangements including trekking permits, climbing permits, National Park entrance fees.
>Accommodation in twin sharing local lodges or best available places for accommodation,
>Trekking & Climbing leader & porter (salary, insurance, food, accommodation & other allowances).
>Basic first aid kit is carried by your leader.
>All hard ware gears
>Fare well dinner after the trip

>Kathmandu food lunch & dinner,
>International flights to Kathmandu,
>Tips for Porter, guide & other
>Personal climbing gears and climbing boot, clothing & equipment
>Personal expenditure, all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain region, mineral water, snacks, desserts.
>Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs
>Optional trips. Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond our control
>Visa fees & Travel insurance. Airport taxes
>Meals or drinks except the 3 main meals specified in itinerary
>Anything else not specified in the ‘included costs’ section above