Pikey Cultural Trail Trekking (Sherpa cultural camping trail Trek)
Pikey Dada (4,065m) is one of the tallest hills of Solu. The name Pikey is derived from the name of the Sherpa Clan deity. We can view the beautiful mountains such as Sagarmatha (Everest), Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, Gaurishanker, Lhotse, Numbur, Khatang, Karyolung, Shishapangma, Mera Peak, Thamserku, Lhotseshar, Nuptse and even Ama Dablam. from Pikey. It also offers a breathtaking sunrise and sunset views during good weather. The local people hold celebrations to worship their clan god, the eastern Chyabo Pikey, as Pikey Hlapchen Karbu during the month of July. Apart from trekking at Pikey, we can undertake various tourism activities such as paragliding, mountain biking, bird watching, pilgrimage and meditation. There are various options for the trail to be taken to Pikey. A trail through Jiri – Chaulakharka – Ngaur leads to the Pikey Danda. Similarly, there is another trail which starts from Phaplu passing through Kerung, Pattale, Jhapre, Pikey peak, Lamajura, Junbesi and ends at Salleri. From Pikey, one can continue on to the Dudhkunda or there are other alternatives entries like Rumjatar and Jiri to Pikey Cultural Trail. If we take Dudhkunda Cultural Trail via. Takshindu after reaching Pikey, one has the opportunity to observe the beautiful settlements and landscapes. The trail passes through Junbesi, Phaplu, Takshindu, Beni, Dudhkunda, Thaksindu and back to Salleri. Junbesi is one of the beautiful Sherpa villages of the trail. We have also an opportunity of visit the famous Thuptenchholing Monastery along the trail.
Itinerary for Pikey Cultural Trail Trekking
| Days | Day to Day Activities |
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| 01 |
Arrival in Kathmandu:
Flying to Kathmandu along the northern border of Nepal on a clear day is in itself an exciting and memorable experience. As you fly, the panoramic view of snow-capped Annapurna mountain range greets your sight. After the completion of Visa formalities, you have to come downstairs to collect Luggage and proceed to outside from terminal Building. Please look at your Printed Name and Our Company Signboard Annapurna Foothills Treks & Exp and follow them. Meet our representative and then you will be transferred to hotel. You will be served free welcome drinks, tea or coffee or juice at the time of check in. The Managing Director or The Manager of company will meet you in hotel and will brief about the trip. You should clear your dues before we proceed for the trip. You are free to relax or explore around the city in the very first day. |
| 02 |
Tour in Kathmandu valley
After the breakfast in the morning, our city guide will come to the hotel with vehicles and then we leave hotel to visit Kathmandu Darbar Square , the house of living Goddess Kumari, the ferocious Kal Bhairab, The Red Monkey God and hundreds of erotic carvings. Swayambhunath is the worlds most glorious Buddhist Chaityas.It is said to be 2000 years old. Boudhanath is a huge Buddhist stupa located about 7 km east of Thamel. It stands on a massive mandala style platform and has features similar to the Swayambhunath, though it is bigger than Swayambhunath in size. It is said that this stupa was built during the 5th Century. Every year, Thousands of pilgrims from Nepal and neighboring countries visit Boudhanath, particularly in winter and Pashupatinath temple. Pashupatinath temple is one of the biggest Hindu temple. |
| 03 |
Fly Kathmandu to Phaplu and trekking around Phaplu, Salleri and Chilsa (2500m)
We fly on a twin-engine Otter to the Himalayan foothills where we begin our trek into the High Solu area. The sights from the plane are amazing, providing dramatic views of terraced hills and the distant Himalayan giants. After landing in the village of Phaplu , we meet the rest of our staff and porters. The Phaplu is small airstrip in Solukhumbu; we start very few treks from Phaplu it takes 35 minute by plane. When you get down from plane, you can see excellent view of Sherpa town and Numbur/Khatang/Kerolung. See the local market in Salleri and visit local monasteries. Visit Chilsa monastery. We stay overnight at guesthouse. |
| 04 |
Salleri – Dorpu – Ghunsa (3,430m)
From Salleri, we trek to Ghunsa via. Dorpu. While on the trek we experience Tamang, Magar, Sherpa culture. We would also be privileged to enjoy the beautiful sceneries of mountains and landscapes. |
| 05 |
Ghunsa – Kerung – Pattale (2,840m)
It is our turn to trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via. Kerung. We would visit monasteries and Buddhist stupas at Kerung. We will see mixed settlements of Tamang, Magar, Sherpa and others along the trail. While on the trek, we would see panoramic view of mountains. |
| 06 |
Pattale – Jhapre (2,820m)
It is the distance of 5-6hrs normal walk. On the way, we would see wild orchids, view beautiful landscapes along the Solu – Okhaldhunga boarder. Besides, we also visit Buddhists stupas, monasteries and experience Sherpa culture on this trek. |
| 07 |
Jhapre – Pikey (4,065m)
Today we would experience high altitude vegetation, Himalayan flora and fauna, etc. We will visit the age-old monasteries, Buddhists stupas and Mani stones. Not only this, we would also see yak herding, view beautiful and unique landscapes and sceneries. This area is also good for marathon and mountain bike race. |
| 08 |
Pikey – Junbesi (2,700m)
One can view see sunrise and mountain peaks from Kanchenjunga to Dhaulagiri including Everest. From Pikey, we gently walk down through the unique landscapes to Junbesi valley. Overnight at Junbesi in a teahouse. |
| 09 |
Junbesi – Thuptenchholing (2,920m) – Junbesi (2,700m)
It is the distance of 4hrs. normal trekking. While on the trek, we would visit Thuptenchholing Monastery. Apart from this, we would also observe the traditional Tibetan medicinal therapy at Thuptenchholing. We would also take a tour of the Junbesi village. We also taste local food and drink. We watch Sherpa cultural show on request. |
| 10 |
Trek to Ringmu ( 2600m)
This Trek joines the Sherpa cultural Trek to the Phaplu Everest Base Camp Trekking, continue along the level path towards the north east. After 30 minutes, pass a small village, Salung, with at least two lodges reach a prayer wall marking the village boundary - here the path starts to gently descend. After about an hour, the path rounds a corner, and to the north is a magnificent view of Numbur 6,959 metres, at the head of the Dudhkund Khola valley. A little further on is a teahouse with an even better view - a great place for a break with its abundant fruit orchards. We are Seeing Sherpa settlement on the way. We stay overnight at guesthouse. |
| 11 |
Trekking around Ringmu hiking Taksindu la (2600m)
Your trek is immediately; your trail is steeply up for one and half hours to the Taksindu La Pass (3100m.). From this point, you could see excellent mountain views. Thamserku (6623m.), Kantega (6780m.), Kusum Kangaru (6370m.) and Mera Peak (6650m.) There is an old Monastery for visiting and come back to Ringmu. Pass the Taksindu Monastery (4 hours). Taksindu Monastery was founded in 1946 by Lama Chuldim of Tengboche. He was joined by other monks living in remote parts of Khumbu, who wished to return to live in Solu, nearer to their home villages. Like the other monasteries in the region, it is a Nyingma Pa 'Red Hat' Buddhist monastery. A little lower is the Mountain View Lodge, run by the monastery. We stay overnight at guesthouse. |
| 12 |
Trek to Phaplu (2300m)
Ringmu – Phaplu Walk through mixed alpine forests. Experience wildlife and birdwatching. See Sherpa settlement.See wildlife and vegetation. Watch cultural show which will be performed on request. (Trekking) Phaplu. We stay overnight at guest house. |
| 13 |
Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu (2300m)
Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu |
| 14 |
Sight seeing in kathmandu
After breakfast, our city guide reaches in Hotel with Vehicles, and then we drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square . Bhaktapur is one of the oldest cities in Kathmandu valley. It is well known as Living Museum . Old brick paved enclave of old Royal palace, Nyathapola Temple , Datatriya temple, exquisite artwork offers a picture of the grandeur of medieval Nepal . And Patan is located 7 km away from Kathmandu , this city has many 15th to 17th century, Hindu and Buddhist, monuments built during the Malla dynasty. The most important area with many monuments is the Patan Durbar Square . Overnight stay at Hotel. |
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Kathmandu – departure
Transfer to international airport for your final departure. The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal |
Note:
Unforeseen Cost such as Flight Cancellation or Delayed, Sick in Trekking, and Helicopter rescue in Trekking, Cost due to bad weather etc which is out of our control
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The safety and security of clients is a matter of great importance for us. All of our trips are led by qualified professional and government license holder guides and they have received adequate training from the government of Nepal. We always carry first aid kits in our trip. Out duty is to work hard for you safety and comfort, no matter where we go. Therefore, we work very honestly to provide you with Himalayan experience following willingness your. Please feel free to put forward your queries for making your trip significant and memorable.
Pikey Cultural Trail Trekking Service Includes
- Transportation from airport-hotel-airport.
- 4 nights stay in hotel on B/B plan.( hotel category are of four stars) or according the program
- Meals prepared by our cook.
- Foam mattresses.
- Sleeping bag.
- Sleeping tents, dining tent & toilet tent.
- Wages Sherpa's, porters, cook and Sirdar.
- Insurance's Sherpa's, porters, cook and Sirdar.
- All transportation mention above the program, costs of staff, equipment and food.
- All trek permits, park fees and local taxes. Trek Permit & Any required permits or Official Documentation.
- Table and chair
- Round trip land Transporation ( Hotel – Bus park – Airport hotel l ) by Car / Van / Hiace and tourist bus.
- Airfare Kathmandu to Phaplu to Kathamndu
Pikey Cultural Trail Trekking Service Excludes
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Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, cold drinks), cigarettes, clients personal insurance, any kind of unforeseen expenses etc.
Client Testimonials
Namadste!
While doing trek in the khumbu region, we will witness the different views of mountains such as Kwangde, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, the "horse saddle" of Kanteiga and of course the summit of Everest itself. We take a short rest for a while and it allows us little time for acclimatization. Here, you prepare yourself to explore the ascent of kalapatthar which is an altitude of 5545m. While climbing down from Lobuche, you will see some glacial moraine until the peak comes into view. Finally, you will be witnessing the north face of Mt. Everest . We return through a different route through Panboche to Lukla. We catch a flight for Kathmandu from Lukla.
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