Pikey Peak Trek
By Breeze Adventure Pvt Ltd
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 7d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
The Pikey Peak Trek is a beautiful, underrated trekking route in Nepal, offering breathtaking views of seven of the world's highest mountains from the Pikey Peak viewpoint. This trek is suitable for people of all ages, including senior citizens and families, making it an accessible option for many.
The accommodation along the trail are similar to those on other trekking routes, and the hospitality of the local people is exceptional. Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to trek along the historic Hillary Trail and visit the largest nun’s monastery in the region, Tupten Choling Monastery.
Trekking to Pikey Peak will leave you with a sense of energy, peace, and positive vibes, making it the perfect choice for those wanting to see Mount Everest without dealing with the high altitude, avoiding the busy Everest trail, and without the need to fly to Lukla.
Experience this lesser-known trail in Nepal before it becomes as busy as the Annapurna and Everest Base Camp routes.
Activity location
- Pikey Peak
- 56000, Dudhakunda, Koshi Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Breeze Adventure Pvt. Ltd
- Thamel Marg
- 44600, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
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Pikey Peak Trek
- 7d
- English
Starting time: 06:15
Price details
CHF 727.02 x 1 AdultCHF 727.02
Total
includes taxes & fees
Until Sat, 18 Jul
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What's included, what's not
- WiFi on board
- Fuel surcharge
Know before you book
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhap
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a Local Guest House
Sunkoshi River
- 5h
The Pikey Peak Trek will begin with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Dhap. The journey to Dhap offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, along with glimpses of local villages and their traditional lifestyles.
Day 2: Trek to Jhapre Villlage
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a Guest House
Mount Everest
- 5h
- Admission ticket included
Wake up to a stunning view of the Himalayas and enjoy the beauty of the mountains at sunrise. After breakfast, begin your trek to Jhapre. This is an easy day’s trek, primarily along a newly constructed road, offering magnificent views of the Himalayas, local villages, and a peaceful trail. You will stop for lunch at Tadapani, where you can savour a delicious local meal. Afterwards, continue with a 40-minute hike to Jhapre village, a charming town home to a monastery and a few commercial guesthouses.
Day 3: Trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a local Guest House
Mount Everest
- 6h
- Admission ticket included
Wake up to an amazing sunrise view and enjoy a hearty breakfast to start your day. Get ready for another beautiful trek ahead. The trail to Pikey Peak Base Camp is mostly uphill, though there are some downhill sections as well. Initially, you will climb for about 40 minutes to reach the top of the hill ridge, where you can enjoy stunning views of both the mountains and nearby villages.
The trail to Bhulbhule is particularly scenic. In March and April, you will be surrounded by a vibrant forest of blooming rhododendrons, while in September and October, the grasslands are beautifully colourful, adorned with a variety of alpine flowers.
You will stop for lunch at Bhulbhule before continuing your trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp. Along the way, you'll pass through charming villages, each offering its own unique beauty. Upon reaching the stupa, you will need to ascend for an additional 30-40 minutes, and another 40-minute walk will lead you to the peaceful Pikey Peak Base Camp.
Day 4: Hike to Pikey Peak- Trek to Jasmane Bhanjyang / Taktor
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a Guest House
Pikey Peak
- 6h
- Admission ticket included
Today is the highlight of our trek! Wake up early in the morning and hike for about 1 hour to Pikey Peak to experience a stunning sunrise. Pikey Peak is an ideal viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of the 8,000-meter peaks, and it is a favourite spot of Sir Edmund Hillary. From this vantage point, you will be able to witness the sunrise over seven of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, and Manaslu.
After soaking in the magnificent views of the Himalayas and the lower Everest Valley, you will return to Pikey Peak Base Camp for breakfast and prepare for the next part of your journey.
After approximately 2 hours of hiking from Pikey Peak Base Camp, you will reach the small village of Jasmane Bhanjyang, where you will enjoy lunch.
For those still feeling energetic and eager to continue, you have the option to trek for an additional 3.5 hours to a peaceful location called Taktor.
Day 5: Trek to Junbesi Villlage
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a Local Guest House
Junbesi
- 5h
- Admission ticket included
Wake up to the refreshing Himalayan breeze, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and begin your trek to Junbesi.
If you stayed in Jasmane Bhanjyang, you will first trek to Taktor for approximately 3.5 hours, where you will have lunch. Alternatively, if you stayed in Taktor, you will trek to Junbesi for around 2.5 hours, where you will enjoy lunch.
Upon reaching Junbesi, take some time to explore the village and visit the beautiful Junbesi Monastery.
Day 6: Hike to Tuptencholing Monastery- Trek to Phaplu
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a local Guest House
Phaplu Airport
- 6h
- Admission ticket included
After breakfast, we will head to visit the beautiful and one of the largest nun monasteries in the region, the Tuptencholing Monastery. Situated at the foot of a mountain, this monastery is home to around 200 nuns and monks. Visiting the monastery will offer a sense of spiritual peace, helping to purify both mind and soul. You will have the opportunity to observe the daily lives of the monks and nuns, watch a traditional puja ceremony, and explore several other smaller monasteries in the area.
After the visit, we will return to Junbesi, where a delicious lunch will be prepared for us. Following lunch, we will embark on a 4-5 hour trek to Phaplu. The trail is mostly along a newly constructed road, passing through many small towns along the way. Phaplu is situated on a hill with a large, flat area and is home to an airport. However, this airport does not currently have regular flights.
Explore around Phaplu and have a good rest.
Day 7: Drive Back to Kathmandu
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at 2 star Hotel in Kathmandu Thamel
Sunkoshi River
- 10h
The drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu is a long one, so we will begin our journey early in the morning. After about two hours of driving, we will stop at Dhap Thade for breakfast, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of Mount Everest.
Following breakfast, we will bid farewell to the Himalayas and continue our drive down to Ghurmi, before heading onward to Khurkot. We will have lunch in Khurkot, and then continue our drive to Kathmandu for an additional 4-5 hours.
Location
Activity location
- Pikey Peak
- 56000, Dudhakunda, Koshi Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Breeze Adventure Pvt. Ltd
- Thamel Marg
- 44600, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
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