Pikey Peak Trek | 10 Days Nepal’s best kept secret for Everest Views

sunrise over mountain from pikey Peak Summit , best short Himalayan Trek

Pikey Peak Trek : Nepal's Best-Kept secret for Everest View

Discovery the himalayas Without the Crowds 

Looking for an Unforgettable Himalayan adventure without the long trek or busy Trails ?

The Pikey Peak Trek is a hidden gem in the Everest region offering breathtaking Mountain View's, Rich Sherpa culture and peaceful Trails.

Why Chosee Pikey Peak ? 

  • Spectacular Mountain View's |  From the summit (4067m), witness Everest (8848m), kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8485m) and more -Sir Edmund Hillary himself called this the best Everest Viewpoint in Nepal !
  • Short and Beginners - friendly  | No extreme altitude (Max 4070m) or long hikes perfect for first time trekkers or those with limited time
  • No flight hassle | Start and end with a scenic drive from Kathmandu. No risky look of flights
  • Authentic culture and nature  Walk through Sherpa, Tamang and Rai Village , Visiting Thupten Monastery for Buddhist chanting.
  • Trek among Rhododendrons forests, prayer, flags, and wildlife.
  • Sunrise Magic | The best moment was the first light hit every snow cover back pure magic

 

 

Itinerary

On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be meet by Dream Adventure Treks representative and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast
  • Altitude:1324 m

Depart early for an 8-hour, 240 km drive to Dhap Bazaar in a private jeep, following the Sunkoshi River through Ghurmi Village. Pass terraced rice fields, dense pine forests, and gushing streams, offering a glimpse of rural Nepal. Arrive in Dhap, a small market town, and take a short evening stroll to acclimate to the higher altitude.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
  • Altitude:2850 m
  • Time:8 hours

Begin your Pikey Peak trek with a 14 km, 4-hour trek to Japre via Sigane. The trail, partly along a road under construction, offers early views of Numbur Himal (6,959 m). Reach Japre, a village perched above a scenic valley, and visit its Buddhist monastery and colorful stupa, adorned with prayer flags. Catch distant glimpses of Everest at sunset.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
  • Altitude:2815 m
  • Time:4 hours

Trek 13.7 km (5–6 hours) to Pikey Base Camp, ascending through Bhulbhule’s grassy ridge with sweeping Everest range views. Pass traditional yak houses and a long mani stone wall etched with Buddhist mantras. Enter a rhododendron forest (blooming vibrant red in spring), contouring below Taklung Danda. The final stretch leads to a cozy lodge at Pikey Base Camp.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
  • Altitude:3640 m
  • Time:5-6 hours

Rise early for a 5 km, 3–4-hour trek to Pikey Peak, arriving for a breathtaking sunrise over Everest (8,848 m), Annapurna (8,091 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Manaslu (8,163 m), and more. Descend via steep steps to Jasmane Bhanjyang, resting at a lodge with views of rolling hills.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
  • Altitude:3520 m
  • Time:3-4 hours

Trek 11 km (5–6 hours) through pine forests and meadows to Junbesi, a charming Sherpa village with a Buddhist stupa. Stop for lunch  in Taktor village. Visit a local monastery or take a 30-minute detour to Thupten Choling Monastery to observe Buddhist chants and rituals.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch |Dinner
  • Altitude:2680 m
  • Time:5-6 hours

Trek 15 km (4–5 hours) along Junbesi Khola, crossing a steel suspension bridge at Beni Ghat to reach Salleri via Phaplu. In Phaplu, savor local momo dumplings and join a traditional Sherpa cultural event with music and dance, celebrating Solu Khumbu’s heritage.

  • Accommodation:Tea house
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch |Dinner
  • Altitude:2360 m
  • Time:4-5 hours

Drive 280 km (8–9 hours) back to Kathmandu by jeep, passing Nepal’s lush hills and rivers. Return to Thamel and enjoy a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
  • Altitude:1350 m
  • Time:8 hours

Join a guided tour of Kathmandu’s UNESCO sites: Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. Spend the afternoon shopping for souvenirs (e.g., pashmina shawls) or relaxing in Thamel’s cafes.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast
  • Altitude:1350 m

We will drop you to Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours before your flight  and you will be gone with recollections of your Himalayan journey to keep you busy throughout the flight.

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