Pikey Peak Trail

Duration 12 days

Max-Altitude 4067m

Transportation Flight/Private Transport

Grade Moderate

Accommodation 3 * category hotel in kathmandu and Teahouse During Trek

Meals Breakfast in Kathmandu and All meals during the trek

Best Season Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov) and Spring (March-April-May)

Trip Region: Lower Solu Region

Group Size Any

Pikey Peak Trail is recently build trekking destinations in Solukhumbu Region. Pikey peak is a one of the tallest” Hills” in the Solu Region. The name Pikey derived from the name of a Sherpa Clan deity. During the month of July, there is different celebrations to worship their clan god by the locals. This peak offers a majestic view of the Everest Himalayan Range and Numbur Chuli.

The trail passes through many different beautiful settlements. You can also visit the ancient Buddhist Monastery of Thupten Chholing and enjoy the unique Sherpa culture. During the festival season in August cleansing rituals at the sacred lakes provides the performance with several important Shamans. The Pikey Danda is very famous for the sunrise and sunset views. Also, you can enjoy the glorious sight of the peaks beyond the Kathmandu Valley to the plains along with the Himalayan range of Mt. Everest, Makalu and Annapurna. This trekking has to be organized as camping style however also small lodges and the possibility of homestay has started on this route.

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m/4264ft). Day 02 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing. Day 03 : Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu which takes 35 minutes. Day 04 : Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa via Dorpu and it takes about six hours. Day 05 : Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via Kerung which takes about eight hours. Day 06 : Trek from Pattale to Jhapre and it takes about six hours. Day 07 : Trek from Jhapre to Pikey which takes about six hours. Day 08 : Trek from Pikey to Junbesi and it takes about five hours. Day 09 : Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing and trek back to Junbesi which takes about four hours. Day 10 : Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu and it takes about six hours. Day 11 : Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes. Day 12 : Departure

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m/4264ft) A representative from HSA will pick us up from the airport and take us to our hotel. Overnight in Kathmandu. Day 02 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Trek Preperation . Day tour of Kathmandu city , after breakfast in the morning you will be Proceed on to Boudhanath Stupa , Pasupatinath Temple , Patan Darbar square and Swayambhunath Stupa. Swayambhunath is a Buddhist Stupa said to be more than 2000 years old, is perched on a hillock 77 meters above the valley floor and offering a bird’s eye view of the Kathmandu City. Afternoon, tour of Patan, also known as Lalitpur or the “city of beauty” is the oldest city in the valley. A great center both of the Newari Buddhist religion and of traditional arts & crafts with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 major temples. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu Included meals : Breakfast Day 03 : Drive or Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu which takes 35 minutes. Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu which takes 35 minutes. Trek from Phaplu to Salleri and it takes about four hours. You can see the local market in Salleri and enjoy a visit to local monasteries such as Chewang monastery. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 04 : Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa via Dorpu and it takes about six hours. Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa via Dorpu and it takes about six hours. On the way you can experience some of the Tamang, Magar and Sherpa culture. Along with this, you can also enjoy the views of beautiful sceneries of mountains and landscapes. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 05 : Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via Kerung which takes about eight hours. Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via Kerung which takes about eight hours. You can visit monasteries, mani walls and a Buddhist stupa at Kerung. Here you find the mixed settlements of Tamang, Magar, Sherpa and others. The panoramic views mesmerize you completely. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 06 : Trek from Pattale to Jhapre and it takes about six hours. Trek from Pattale to Jhapre and it takes about six hours. You can see wild orchids on the way. Here you can view beautiful landscapes along the Solu Okhaldhunga border. There are monasteries and a Buddhist stupa in Jhapre. The cultural show performed here is definitely worth watching. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 07 : Trek from Jhapre to Pikey which takes about six hours. Trek from Jhapre to Pikey which takes about six hours. This day you experience high altitude vegetation and can see Himalaya flora and fauna. You find centuries old monasteries, Buddhist stupas and mani stones. Yak herding can be seen at different places. You are accompanied by unique landscapes and sceneries. This particular area is feasible for marathon and mountain bike races. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 08 : Trek from Pikey to Junbesi and it takes about five hours. Trek from Pikey to Junbesi and it takes about five hours. The trail goes from Pikey to Junbesi via Pikey peak. While trekking up to Pikey peak you can see a beautiful sunrise view and mountain peaks from Kanchenjunga to Dhaulagiri including Everest. After you cross Pikey peak you walk down through unique landscape to Junbesi valley. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 09 : Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing and trek back to Junbesi which takes about four hours. Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing and trek back to Junbesi which takes about four hours. You visit Thuptenchholing Monastery. At Thuptenchholing you can observe traditional Tibetan medicinal therapy. Taking a tour to Junbesi village will add long lasting experience. Here you can taste local food and drink. Around this area you can enjoy Sherpa cultural show performed on request. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 10 : Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu and it takes about six hours. Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu and it takes about six hours. This day you can enjoy delicious local food and participate in a cultural program. Stay overnight at camp. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 11 : Drive or Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes. Included Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Day 12 : Departure Our Driver will transfer you to the International Airport to connect the international flight. Included meals: Breakfast

Price Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off by private A/C car or van
Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card
Trekking guide and Porter (One porter carries 20 kilograms of luggage)2:1
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during Trek
Accommodation in Lodge/Camp during the trek
Flight ticket from Kathmandu to Phaplu and Phaplu to Kathmandu
Insurance and equipment’s for guide and porters
First aid kit
Farewell dinner with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
All tax, VAT and company service charge