hi , has anyone done the EBC trek with helicopter return ?

Is it possible to travel from Pharping to Chitwan by bus, or it has to be from Kathmandu to Chitwan? (I would rather not go back to Kathmandu 

Any advice please on how to get bulk rupees cash (about $US2000 worth, or NPR 265,000) with a credit card in Kathmandu for 3 people doing the EBC trek. ATMs have withdrawal limits so do not want to run around many ATMs to get the cash. Want to try to do it in 1 ir 2 transactions.

Please advise if I have to exchange dollars to rupees or I can pay dollars in Kathmandu and EBC trek? Which place has the best currency rate?

Plan the EBC trip Nov 2023, will just hire a guide cum porter, is it okay not to book tea house in advance during the high season?

Is there any direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla in March and April?

Where do I get permit for going to Muktinath?

Are there good scenic hikes around Kathmandu ?

Can someone please tell me how many days does it take to do the EBC 3 passes trek ?

Does someone know/recommend a place for a momo cooking class in Kathmandu?