Pikey Peak is one of the famous vantage points to see the panoramic view of Mount Everest, Mount Dhaulagiri, and Mount Kanchenjunga. From this vantage point, one can see the best sunrise and sunset panoramic view within the deep green valleys. At present, pikey peak is one of the most popular short trek destinations in Nepal among the tourist as within 6 days of easy trekking.
Pikey Peak was a seasonal snowy hill where local Sherpa people go for short hiking trips and to hang the prayer flag on the top. The Pikey named after the name of the local Sherpa deity represents the sky over nature. During the monsoon time, in June/July local people Sherpa people worship their CLAN god and perform the ceremony of the Buddhist Lama and a group of Monks.
Pikey Peak Trek begins from Kathmandu and we travel for about 7-8 hours to arrive at Dhap (2,900m). From Dhap we walk toward Jhapre which is a stunning local village, on our route towards our final destination. From Jhapre we trek forward towards Pikey Peak Base (3,640m) in which we can enjoy the beautiful natural beauty and a picturesque hill region. The hike will take us to Pikey Peak (4,065m) to get to Jase Bhanjyang for 2 hours and finally reach our destination. Enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Mt. Everest, Dhaulagiri, and Kanchenjunga from Pikey Peak. After enjoying a good time on Pikey Peak, hike back to Junbesi (2,700m) Village. Junbeshi village is the home of Sherpa residents. From Junbeshi trek toward Salleri and visit the popular monastic site. From Salleri drive back to Kathmandu.
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The Autumn months (September to November) and Spring (March to May) are the best times of the year for hiking Pikey Peak. The seasons are known for beautiful weather and spectacular views. The autumn season brings joy to Nepal because the main celebration of Nepal is celebrated at this time of year. Also, the spring season is a time of celebration with various flowers blooming across the nation.
Pikey Peak Trek is suitable for those who want to experience the Himalayan mountains and authentic local life in just a few days.
Welcome! to Nepal. You will be greeted at the airport by an Asian Heritage Treks & Travel representative holding your nameplate. Then you will be transferred to the hotel following your arrival at the airport in Nepal. On the way, you will pass through Pashupatinath Temple, the Royal Palace Museum, also known as Narayanhity Palace, and the Garden of Dreams, and reach Thamel. At Touristic Hub, your accommodation will be located downtown. There will be enough time for roaming around Thamel Street.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa or Similar.
Today you will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the tour guide in a private vehicle. You can view the typical wood-carved temples and structures that depict the historic Kathmandu metropolis. Following that, you will travel to Swyambhunath, also known as the monkey temple, where you can see the religious coexistence and tolerance between Buddhism and Hinduism and take in the expansive views of Kathmandu. Explore the area around Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites for followers of the Hindu religion in South-East Asia, watch Hindus perform a ritual body cremation ceremony on the banks of the revered Bagmati River, and then travel to Guweyswori Temple, another important pilgrimage site nearby. Explore the neighborhood before moving on to Boudhanath Stupa, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was constructed in 600 AD and is the only stupa of its kind in the entire world to reflect Buddhism. After finishing your sightseeing, explore the area around Boudhanath Stupa before returning to your hotel to rest.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa or Similar.
In the early morning, our guide will pick you up from your hotel and then drive to Dhap. The road follows the Sun Koshi River which then merges with the Tama Koshi River to form another Koshi River until reaching Ghurmi. We pass many settlements and bazaars along the way. On reaching Dhap, you can explore the local bazaar and observe the lifestyle of locals.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight in available local lodge
Today, we start our trek as we walk along the dusty roads leading to Sigane. Walking along the dusty road for some time, we reach Jhapre. Jhapre is famous for its vantage point to view the mountains like Mt. Everest and the NumburHimal. You can also visit the stupas and monasteries.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight in available local lodge
Enjoy the sunrise view from Jhapre as the first golden rays of the sun fall on the silver lining of snow-capped mountains. Then, continuing our trek along the trail for some time, we reached Bhulbule. The trail then becomes steep and climbs through the rhododendron forests and small settlement areas of Lhamuje.
Crossing the Lhamuje, the trails open out to yak grazing pasture and then cross a long Mani wall followed by a climb along the winding road to Pikey Base Camp. At Pikey Base Camp, you can visit the Yak Cheese Factory and can enjoy the magnificent views of the Himalayas surrounding the valley.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight in available local lodge
In the early morning, hike to Pikey Peak to enjoy the glorious sunrise over the Himalayas such as Mt. Everest (8848 m), NumburChuli (6958 m), Thamserku (6608 m), Kangtega (6782 m), Khatang (6853 m), Kanchenjunga (8586 m), Manaslu (8163 m), Gaurishankar (713 4m), DorjeLakpa (6966m) and Langtang. After enjoying the view, return to Pikey Peak Base Camp, and from there, hike down to Junbesi followed by the descent to Lamjura. Crossing many Mani walls and Chortens on our way we will reach Junbesi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight in available local lodge
Junbeshi is a typical Sherpa village. Here, you can experience the Sherpa culture and visit the popular Monastery. Later, we leave Junbeshi village and pass through the prayer flags and prayer wheels with carved mantra stone walls. On reaching Salleri, you can rest at the lodge or hike to Phaplu to visit the famous Tibetan monastery.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight in available local lodge
You will drive Salleri to Kathmandu. On the way, you can see the beautiful hills and slopes. Later, you can stroll through the streets of Thamel for shopping. You can also buy souvenirs for your friends and family.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar
Today, our guide will receive you and then drive you to Patan. You’ll be driven to one of the ancient cities inside Kathmandu Valley i.e. Patan Durbar Square for sightseeing. In Patan, you will be visiting other UNESCO World Heritage sites: Krishna Temple and Patan Durbar Square. Later on, visit the Patan Museum, where you can learn more about the history of Patan and the kings who reigned here.
Later, visit the Golden Temple, a major attraction for both Hindu and Buddhist people, and Banglamukhi Temple. Then after we will be visiting Bhaktapur, you will be amazed by the architecture, as until today the city has been able to be kept intact in its old form. You can observe the old wood-carved buildings all around Bhaktapur.
Explore the surroundings and afterward visit the Nyatapola Temple, one of the biggest temples in Nepal. Here, you can also take the pottery-making class using traditional methods. You will visit Pottery Square. Here, you can also take the pottery-making class using traditional methods. You will be taught to design your own pot and once you have your basic shape hammered out, you can even choose to adorn your creation with beautiful patterns and inscriptions.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar
Your trip will come to an end today. You will be advised and assisted with your onward travel arrangements and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by our private van around 3 hours before your flight schedule and flight back to your home/other travel destination. Have a safe journey onwards.
Meals: Breakfast
My partner and I did a 6 day trekking in the Himalayas (Peaky Peak route). I highly recomend it as it gives amazing views of the highest Himalayan mountains (including Mt Everest) and also the chance to experience life in Nepal rural areas.
I also highly recommend Asian Heritage. They were very attentive and helped us with so many questions before our trip. The experience with our guide and porter during the trekking was also outstanding, they were so nice and had so much knowledge. Our guide even invited us to his home and to a Sherpa wedding in his village!
