Budget
USD 490/ Per Person
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Duration
7 Days
Trip Overview
Pikey Peak Trek – Scenic Sunrise Trek with Panoramic Everest Views and Sherpa Culture
The Pikey Peak Trek is a hidden gem in the lower Everest region, offering stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas—including Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Annapurna, and Lhotse—without the crowds of more popular trails. Reaching an altitude of 4,065 meters, Pikey Peak is considered one of the best viewpoints in Nepal for sunrise lovers and nature enthusiasts.
This 9-day trekking itinerary starts with a scenic drive to Dhap, followed by daily hikes through vibrant rhododendron forests, peaceful yak pastures, and traditional Sherpa villages like Jhapre, Junbesi, and Phaplu. Along the way, trekkers get to experience authentic Sherpa culture, visit ancient monasteries, and witness sacred Buddhist prayer flags fluttering against a backdrop of snowcapped peaks.
The highlight of the trek is the early morning ascent to Pikey Peak Viewpoint, where a breathtaking 360-degree sunrise panorama awaits. It’s a photographer’s dream and a moment that stays with you forever.
Unlike the crowded Everest Base Camp route, the Pikey Peak Trek offers tranquility, untouched natural beauty, and cultural richness. It’s ideal for beginners, families, and anyone looking for a short yet rewarding Himalayan adventure. No flights are needed, making it a more accessible and budget-friendly option.
Whether you're trekking for the views, the serenity, or the cultural experience, the Pikey Peak Trek promises unforgettable memories in the heart of the Solu-Khumbu region.
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Trip Information
Start : Dhap
Finish : Phaplu
Difficulty :
Easy
Max Altitude : 
Group Size : 9 People 
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Trip Itinerary
Begin your adventure with a long but scenic drive to Dhap from Kathmandu. Enjoy views of terraced fields, rivers, and mid-hill villages. Dhap, a peaceful village on a high ridge, is the starting point of the Pikey Peak Trek.
Meals: Lunch Dinner
After your morning breakfast, start your trek to Jhapre through alpine meadows, yak pastures, and Buddhist villages. Jhapre offers stunning views of Everest and nearby peaks, along with traditional Sherpa culture, a local monastery, and tranquil surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Start your morning with breakfast and then start the trail ascent through rhododendron forests and open pastures until the Pikey Peak base camp. The Himalayas stretch out in the distance. Arrive at Base Camp, where you’ll sleep at high altitude under the stars, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
This morning, rise early to hike to the summit of Pikey Peak for a majestic sunrise over Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, and other peaks. Then descend to the quiet, scenic camp of Jasmane Bhanjyang. Stay in Jasmane Bhanjyang overnight.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Descend through pine forests and tranquil landscapes to reach Junbesi, a culturally rich Sherpa village. Visit the Junbesi Monastery and learn about Tibetan Buddhist traditions in one of Solukhumbu’s most charming valleys.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed trek through farmlands and forest trails to reach Phaplu, a peaceful town with access to flights and roads. Relax in Phaplu and walk around in the little mountain town. This marks the end of your mountain journey.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Take a scenic road trip back to Kathmandu, retracing the journey through Nepal’s countryside. Once in the city, enjoy a final evening exploring, shopping, or relaxing before departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers in Kathmandu
- Drive from Kathmandu to Dhap and Phaplu to Kathmandu on a private van
- One Porter for two travelers
- One moderate English-speaking guide for the entire trek
- 06 nights' accommodation on trekking days on local lodges on a double / twin sharing basis
- Three meals a day during the trekking days (Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)
- National Park permit and TIMS
- Guide and Porter expenses (transportation, meals and accommodation)
- Pickup and Drop services to the trek starting point and from the end point
- Nepal Government taxes
Cost Excludes
- Visa fee for Nepal
- Travel Insurance
- International and domestic flights that are not mentioned in the inclusions
- Meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Hotel stay in Kathmandu
- Tips and gratitude for the porter/guide
- Other additional activities
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