This was my 3rd time in Nepal and 2nd time in the Everest region. It was a great adventure to the beautiful Gokyo Lake. I with my guide Dol climbed up to Gokyo Ri and hopped on a heli to Kala Patthar. The view from there was out of this world. Kala Patthar is indeed the vantage viewpoint in Everest region. We then flew back to Lukla and finally to Pokhara. It is a beautiful 10-11 days itinerary. You'll love it.