Markha Valley Trek Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Delhi – Leh (complete Rest in Leh for Acclimatization)

  Board the morning flight to reach Leh. Arrive at Leh and transfer to hotel/guest house and take a complete rest. This relaxation is essential for becoming accustomed to the climate. Overnight stay at the hotel/guesthouse.
• Day 2 : Leh – Shey – Thiksey – Hemis

  Today, we shall go on a sightseeing tour to some important monasteries in the area. We will be visiting Shey Gompa, which was once the summer capital of Ladakh kings; Thiksey Gompa, which is said to be one of the most beautiful structures in Ladakh and the famed Hemis Monastery belonging to Drukpa Order. Overnight stay at the guest house.
• Day 3 : Leh - Spituk (drive) – Trek to Zingchan (3200 Mts/10496 Ft)

  Today, early in the morning, we will leave for Spituk, which is an hour journey away. We shall explore Spituk Gompa, which is believed to be 500 years old. After visiting Spituk, we will begin our trek and passing a bridge and strolling southwest of Indus River, we will reach Zingchan Village. Overnight stay in camp.
• Day 4 : Zingchan - Yurutse (3900 Mts/12792 Ft) Via Rumbak

  Post breakfast, we shall ascend to Rumbak from Zingchan. We shall trek along the Rumbak Nala via Yurutse Village, which has lush fields of potatoes and barley. Overnight stay in the tents.
• Day 5 : Yurutse - Skiu (3100 Mts/10168 Ft) Via Ganda La

  Our trek today will end at Skiu, which can be reached by crossing Reach Ganda La (4900 meters). The pass offers spectacular view of Zanskar Range and other far-flung peaks of Himalaya. From Ganda La is a long descent to the village of Shingo. The trail then leads to a gorge from Shingo Village, which is at a short distance from Skiu. At Skiu, we will witness the confluence of river from Markha Valley. Overnight stay in the tents.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 6 : Skiu - Markha (3800 Mts/12464 Ft)

  An easy climb today from Skiu will lead us to Markha Valley. The trekking trail passes through several streams. Overnight stay in the tents.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys, Trekking
• Day 7 : Markha – Thochuntse

  Our today's trek will be from Markha to Thochuntse. It is to be noted that at Markha, there is a change in landscape and from now onwards the view of heavily forested sections will not be witnessed rather barren and rugged landscape will follow. We shall be crossing river andl come across Hankar en route to Thochuntse. Hankar is the highest village in Markha Valley. Overnight stay in the tents.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 8 : Thochuntse - Nimaling (4700 Mts/15416 Ft)

  In the morning today, we will begin our trek to Nimaling. We will be crossing a number of gentle slopes and a chain of glassy ridges. There is a sequence of Mani Walls and chortens on the route. This is counted among the most stunning high valleys in Ladakh and is separated by Kangyatse Peak. Overnight stay in the tents.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 9 : Nimaling – Kongmaru La (5150 Mts/16892 Ft) – Sumdo

  After the breakfast, we will cross to the north of Markha and shall ascend to Kongmaru La (5306 meters), which is the highest passes in the region. After taking a good view of the surrounding snowy peaks and Karakoram range, we will trek down to the Martselang Valley leading Martselang Stream to the Sumdo Village. Overnight stay in the tents.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 10 : Sumdo - Hemis (4 Hrs Trek) – Leh

  Our trek today will be from Sumdo Village to Martselang. At Martselang Valley, the trail broadens into the Indus Valley. We shall take the jeep waiting for us at Martselang Village. We will also be exploring Hemis Monastery and then drive to Leh via Thiksey and Shey Gompas. Overnight stay in the hotel.

  • Themes Hill Stations & Valleys
• Day 11 : Leh – Delhi

  Reach the airport in order to catch flight to Delhi

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing

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