Suggested itinerary: 19 Days

Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel
Day 02 Sightseeing in Katmandu 
Day 03 Fly to Lukla (2860m) & Trek to Phakding [2650m]
Day 04 Trek to Namche [3440m] 
Day 05: Namche Bazaar acclimatization day.
Day 06: Namche to Tengboche (3867m)
Day 07: Tengbuche to Dingboche (4410m)
Day 08: Rest Day in Dingboche
Day 09: Dingbuche to Chhukung (4750m)
Day 10: Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp: (5,200m)
Day 11: Island Peak Base Camp to High Camp (5600m)
Day 12: Island Peak High camp to summit (6189m) Back to Chhukung:
Day 13: Extra Day in for in case bad weather
Day 14: Chhukung to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 15: Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2650m.)
Day 16: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 17: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 18: Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 19: Final departure for your onward destination.

Suggested Itinerary in details: 19 Days

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport (1348m): and you will be met by our airport representative and transferred to hotel in Kathmandu or Planet Bhaktapur in BB plan, Evening free discuss about the further programs.

Day 02: Full day of sightseeing of Kathmandu valley:
After having Breakfast we take you for the guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kapan monastery and back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel. B.B

Day 03: Fly to Lukla than Phakding
We will fly to Lukla and after pleasant fly, where we begin our trek into the Khumbu region. The sights from the plane are amazing, providing dramatic views of terraced hills and the distant Himalayan giants. After landing in the village of Lukla, we meet the rest of our staff and porters and trek for about two and a half hours to Phakding. Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee.

Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar
We continue trekking along the bank of the Dudh Kosi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering Sagarmatha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Khumbu region. We stay overnight at Namche bazaar.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar acclimatization day.
We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air. We make a short walk around museum to celebrate the traditional custom of the Sherpa people. Today, we hike up the Syangboche and up to Khumjung village. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Himalayan peaks. Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee.

Day 06: Namche to Tengboche
The trail leads past the large Sherpa settlement of Khumjung and then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi valley at Pungki Thanka. The trail then ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche at 3870m., the famous Tengboche Monastery, spiritual center of the Khumbu. The climb is long but, more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Ama Dablam and on clear day’s views of Mt. Everest and it surrounding peaks. Ama Dablam means "Mother's Charm Box" and is named after the little box that Sherpa women wear around their necks. It is also one of the most beautiful mountains in the Himalaya. Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee.

Day 07: Tengbuche to Dingboche
Descend through a beautiful forest, then cross the Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche. The route continues through summer pastures to Dingboche 4,410m. Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee.

Day 08: Dingboche Rest Day
Today you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. We will have trip to Chhukung valley via the Imja Khola valley to get a marvelous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall, then return to Dingboche in the evening. Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee.

Day 09: Dingbuche to Chhukung (4750m)
Today, we have an easy walk for about 2 hours, climbing up gradually to the small settlement of Chukhung. Along the way we have great views of Island Peak and the challenge that awaits us.

Day 10: Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp: (5,200m)
From Chhukung, the path leads steep, climbing south and the turn east line of the valley. Then the trail twists below the southern flank of the moraine from the Lhotse glacier. We continue short yet pleasant walking along the river side and leads to a Big-rock. On the south of this rock, the Amphu Lapcha route lies. The crises cross route through Imja and Lhotse glacier leads to a wide valley. It flanks the south west side of the Island peak. We stay overnight at Island peak base camp. We set up a tent at base camp and you will be served meals there. Overnight stay at tent.

Day 11: Island Peak Base Camp to High Camp (5600m)
We head towards the Island peak high camp. Then we start climbing the mountain. The path then goes beyond the base camp before we strike off left up the steep hillside. At the beginning, the path is sandy but soon it turns into lush before becoming boulder strewn. The slope contracted as you climb up the hill. Then the path enters a steep rock channel. We stay overnight at in Island peak high camp. You will be provided meals in the tent.

Day 12: Island Peak High camp to summit Back to Chhukung:
We have to climb the rock culvert from early in the morning. Although it is not difficult, there are many short rock steps to be crossed before you come across the right side of the culvert. Then the trail leads to the ridgeline and it ultimately leads to traverse on to the snout of the summit glacier. You will need to rope up for the glacier as it contains several crevasses but it leads without difficulty, to a 100m(330ft) snow and ice slope (35-40°) on which the guides will fix a rope. From the top of this slope, 3 rope lengths along a sharp summit ridge lead to the top. After enjoying the summit views you will descend all the way to Chhukung. We stay overnight at guest house in Chhukung. You will be provided three meals a day there.

Day 13: Extra Day in for in case bad weather
Day 14: Chhukung to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Gradually, we trek down to Dingboche and the trek continues down the Pangboche. We trek same trail back which was used top trek up. The trek then comes down to the river. After crossing the river, we walk for an hour up through the forest and reach at Namche Bazaar. We stay overnight at lodge there.

Day 15: Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2652m.)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2652m.) and it takes about four hours. The trails descend steeply for early one and half hours. After that, the path has small ups and down to Phakding through Monjo. We stay overnight at guesthouse.

Day 16: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
We rush down the footpath going to Sagarmatha National Park gate, in Jorsale. Later, Lukla's footpath leads us through the first villages we saw two weeks ago: Gumila, Phakding, Choplung. The high peaks disappear behind the hills. In Lukla, This last evening in the mountains is the ideal opportunity for a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and porters, where you can sample some chhang, try Nepali and Sherpa dance and look back on a memorable trekking experience and staffs are expecting for precious Tips.

Day 17: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu you take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 18: Leisure day in Kathmandu

Day 19: Kathmandu – departure:
Drop you in Kathmandu international airport onward your final destination and trip ends; wish you your pleasure journey.

Includes in the Packages:-

- Kathmandu International airport transfer by private vehicles.
- Kathmandu valley sightseeing with guide and vehicles.
- One Night Hotels in Kathmandu AC Deluxe, 3 star category or in Bhaktapur with B. B plan
- All land transfer as per above on the given itineraries.
- Fly: Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu as round fare with domestic taxes.
- Everest National Park entry permits fees.
- Island Peak climbing entry permits fees.
- TIMS (Trekker’s Information Management System) permit
- Tea House and Tented Camping accommodation during the trekking
- 3 meals in each day (Bf, Lunch Dinner) serve with hot drinks while on the camping trek.
- Full camping and kitchen equipment Dingaboche - Island Peak - Dingaboche
- Rescue Arrangements off course not the rescue bills.
- Fully escorted trek with English speaking license holder local Guide
- For full camping trekking: Cook, sherpas and necessaries Porter as upon your group size.
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Trekking equipment for all Nepali trekking staffs.
- Food, accommodation, salary and Insurances for all Nepali crews.
- Medical first aid Kit box
- We will show you a special video documentary about this Everest Trek
- A special gift: through the Company “Gokyo Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.

Excludes in the packages:-

- Nepal entry visa fees.
- Your travel Insurance (It is mandatory in case of emergency)
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
- High Altitude Food & Equipment for Member & Sherpa 
- Alcoholic beverages, Nepal visa fee.
- Emergency rescue evacuation if required & Personal accident insurance or Helicopter rescue.
- Extra luggage & personal climbing gears.
- Extra porter cost US$ 20 per person per days per 25Kg. 
- Personal nature expenses, any donation, monuments entrance fees.
- International airfare and departure airport taxes.
- Wake talkies & Filming permit.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
- Ice fall fees Garbage Deposit (Sharing with other member) if applicable.
- Tips for Nepalese crew. (Tips is not mandatory but expecting)

Hi Ammar,
So sorry. I haven't replied until now, I was quiet busy. How are you? I arrived safely back in Switzerland and we really enjoyed our trekking and climbing Island peak. Kate arrived yesterday after her long vacation to USA. We had a great trip thank you so much for arrangements and my sister said she'd be happy to advertise your company at her climbing club in Switzerland. We still have dream to climb Mt.Everest and Annapurna. So do be in contact with her. Thank you and see you some years later for Mt.Annapurna or Mt.Everest Expedition.

Frank Hauser and Kate Hauser
Flowtec AG Kägenstrasse 7
Switzerland

Suggested Climbing Gears: -

- Climbing boots, Crampons,  Ice axe, Harness,  Karabiners, Tapes/slings,
- Rock pegs, Helmet (crash hat)
- Warm climbing trousers, Long cotton hiking shirts
- Waterproof climbing jacket, Gaiters,
- Sun hat, Light cotton athletic socks and wool,
- climbing socks, long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts,
- T-shirts, Wool long underwear, Down high altitude, Sleeping bag
- Down jacket/ trousers/vest, climbing sunglasses
- Sunscreen, Lip salve
- Lightweight fleece, Fleece/wool for climbing
- Head torch /batteries/bulbs, Lightweight thermal/ insulated ski gloves