Pikey Peak (Everest View) Trek is a lower altitude trail in the Everest region. We will hike along the ridge and saddle, passing through colorful rhododendron, pine, and maple forests. Along the way, we can observe local Sherpa culture and the view of the long northern Himalaya range, from Kanchanjunga to Annapurna Mountain. Besides mountains, we can see yak farms, flora and fauna, hills, and different landscapes from the very first day to the last day. This Everest View trek is suitable for those who are unable to go to high altitudes because it is shorter in terms of duration, easier in terms of altitude, quieter in terms of the number of visitors, and cheaper. This is an off-the-beaten-trail through the Sherpa village, where we can see many traditional entities and the Everest view.
The highlights of the Pikey Peak Trek are the Everest view and the Sherpa village. The Pike Peak Trek starts from Dhap Bazaar. We will take a private vehicle from Kathmandu to Dhap Bazaar for a comfortable trip. Dhap is a beautiful and breezy mountain-view hill. Our trail descends to Sigane and ascends to Jhapre village, a small mountain-view point. After Jhapre, the trail gradually ascends along the ridge to Bhulbhule, Lamuje, and Pikey Base Camp. We hike to Pikey Peak for sunrise, valley view, and Mountain Views.
From Pike Peak, we can see Kanchenjunga Mountain (8,586 m / 28,170 ft) in the far east, Mt. Everest (8,848 m / 29,029 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m / 27,940 ft), Mt. Makalu (8,463 m / 27,766 ft), and Annapurna (8,091 m / 26,545 ft) in the far west.
During this trip, we will visit Junbesi village, a big Sherpa village. After Junbesi, we further climb to the popular monk and nun settlement Thupten Choling Monastery. We will observe the Buddhist religious practice of monks and nuns. Our trek ends at Phaplu, and we will drive or fly back to Kathmandu.
By merging the natural beauty of the Himalayas and the cultural ethos of the local Sherpa community, this trek creates an unforgettable experience.
Welcome to Nepal Himalaya. We will meet you at Kathmandu airport, and you will be transferred to your hotel. Ace Hiking offers a welcome dinner in an authentic Nepalese restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel, dinner included.
The Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour will start after breakfast. We will visit four UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu: the Pashupatinath temple, Boudha Stupa, Swoyambhu Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You will get an opportunity to observe the historical, religious, and cultural aspects of Nepal. You will also see Nepalese architecture containing palaces, buildings, temples, Stupas, carving, mason, and metalwork. After the tour, we will return to the hotel.
Overnight at the guesthouse, breakfast included.
We will take private Scorpio from Kathmandu to Dhap. The road follows the Sunkoshi River until reaching Ghurmi. We will pass many settlements before reaching Dhap. We will see the local lifestyle.
Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
This day we have to walk down along the dusty road leading to Sigane. From Sigane we have to ascend Jhapre. Jhapre is a small settlement. There are a few lodges and an old monastery.
Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Early in the morning, we will enjoy the mountain view. Today, we will continue our trek along a dusty road up to Bhulbule. From here, the trail becomes steep and ascends through the rhododendron and maple forests, passing through small settlement Lhamuje. In Lamuje, there is a new Stupa. We will see many yaks grazing on the pasture land. We will cross a long Mani wall and climb to Pikey Base Camp, where we can visit the Yak Cheese Factory and enjoy the wonderful view of the surrounding valley.
Overnight at the guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Today we hike early in the morning to the Pikey Peak (4,065 m). We can see Mt. Everest (8,848 m / 29,029 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m / 27,940 ft), Mt. Makalu (8,463 m / 27,766 ft), Gaurishanker (7,134 m / 23,405 ft), Ama Dablam (6,856m / 22,493 ft), Kangtenga (6,685 m / 21,932 ft), Thamserku ( 6,608 m / 21,680 ft), Kusum Khangaru (6,373 m / 20,908 ft), Mera Peak (6,476 m / 21,246 ft) and very close view of Numbur Himal (6,958 m / 22828 ft). Capturing the beautiful views, we will descend to Jase Bhanjyang.
Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
The trek from Jase Bhanjyang to Junbesi is approximately 13 km (8 miles) and takes around 5-6 hours to complete. The Junbesi is a big and beautiful Sherpa village.
Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
We will trek to Thupten Choling Monastery. The trail ascends uphill along the Junbesi Khola to a settlement of nuns. The Monastery demonstrates the depth of insights of Buddhist practice. We can meditate together with monks and nuns.
Overnight at Thupten Choling Monastery, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Today we will follow the newly opened road descending along the Junbesi Khola. The Phaplu in near by Salleri Bazaar.
Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
We will get private vehicle from Phaplu to Kathmandu or 30 min flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu as you requested.
Overnight at hotel, breakfast and lunch included.
Today you grab last minute shopping or other activities. We will drop you at the Kathmandu international airport 3 hours before your schedule flight. We will say goodbye with happy memories and hoping to see you again.
Breakfast included.
