Markha Valley Trek Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival Delhi

  Assistance on arrival and followed to transfer by representative to hotel for overnight.

• Day 2 : Delhi

  After Breakfast tour briefing by India Insight Staff after briefing followed full day sightseeing of Jama Mosque, Red Fort, Gandhi Museum, Government Building, (India Gate, Indian President House, Parliament House) PM Qutab Minar & Humayn Tombe. Overnight at hotel.

• Day 3 : Dehi /Kalka/Manali

  After early breakfast drive vice versa to New Delhi Railway Station, for in time train to Kalka Shatabadi Exp. ETD 0740 hrs and arrival at Kalka around at 1200 hrs. Then continue drive to Manali, 275km/06-07 hrs. from Kalka. Through the himalayan village. O/n hotel.

• Day 4 : Manali

  After breakfast Half day local excursion of the" Queen of the mountain "Situated at an altitude of 1965m. (6730ft) On the west bank of the Beas River, it makes an idyllic stop before heading on over the Rohtang Pass the barren mountain landscapes beyond. This rapidly expanding resort caters for both Western and Indian people.

  • Hotspots : Rohtang Pass

• Day 5 : Manali / Jispa

  After an early breakfast at 0730 hrs commence morning drive 6 -7 hrs to Jispa 140 kms. Over the Rohtang pass 3990m. Lahaul valley is quite rocky & barren & totally opposite to the lush green Kullu valley, the people of this valley are mainly Buddhists & the local society still follows the ancient culture of polygamy!!!! The first part of the climb from Manali of about 51 kms brings us to the top of Rohtang pass, which offers panoramic views of the snow capped mountains on a clear day

  • Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys

• Day 6 : Leh - Hemis - Martselang

  Have breakfast and begin driving toward Hemis (40 kms). Once you arrive, visit the well-known Hemis Monastery – the largest as well as the wealthiest monastery in India. Later, begin driving to Martselang, the base of your trek. Begin your trek to Shang Sumdo (3750 meters). After around 3 hours trek, set up your tents near the village. The rest of the day is free to explore the village, admire the surrounding scenic beauty and interact with the locals. Stay overnight in tents.

• Day 7 : Shang Sumdo – Churkirmo

  Day 7 begins with an easy ascending trek along the left bank of river Martselang Chu from where the road slightly broadens into the Indus valley towards Martselang village. On the way, explore the village and the wild animals. You can also interact with the locals. Arrive at Churkirmo (3400 meters)where the water has high Sulpher concentration. Pitch your tents on the opposite side for an overnight stay.

  • Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys

• Day 8 : Churkirmo

  Have breakfast and begin the trek crossing narrow gorges, after which an upward trek to Kongmaru La (5265 meters)begins. Once you arrive at the pass, enjoy a mesmerizing view of eastern Karakoram and China (towards north). The southern side offers a view of Ladakh and Kang Yatze peak (6400 meters). Later, a descending zig-zag ridge trail starts leaving you at the summer pastures of Nimaling, used by Hankar and Markha shepherds. Set up your tent for staying overnight.

• Day 9 : Nimaling

  All of day 9 is for a local visit to the fine meadowland and the nearby villages. Observe the daily activities of the locals, visit their traditional houses, explore the nearby area on foot and admire the surrounding local scenery. Stay overnight in camp.

• Day 10 : Nimaling - Hankar

  Today, after breakfast, begin a downward trek through the meadows to Thachutse. Trek across river Nimaling. Your trail follows river Markhar, a well-known trekking route. Finally reach Hankar (4000 meters). Treat your eyes to the surrounding picturesque scenery. Enjoy being in the lap of nature. Set up your tents for an overnight stay.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 11 : Hankar - Markha

  Post breakfast, on day 11, continue the trek. The route is sprinkled with several ancient monasteries and other ruins up to Markha (3850 meters). Once you cross Umlung valley, the trail narrows to a gorge before arriving at Markha. The beautiful Markha village houses a fort, now in ruins and a small monastery. Located on a hilltop, it is one of the oldest in Ladakh. Stay overnight in camps.

  • Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys

• Day 12 : Markha - Skiu

  Begin the trek passing lush vegetation alongside the river. The whole trek is filled with several ruined monasteries, some well- maintained Chortens and a well-preserved wolf trap. Wolf traps are formed for trapping wolves that come to the villages for food during the winter because of dearth of prey in the jungle area and resultinh hunger. Finally, reach Skiu (3450 meters), a tiny village. Set up your tents here. Indulge in fun activities. Stay overnight.

• Day 13 : Skiu- Shingo

  After breakfast, a criss-cross trek along the Markha River begins. You pass bridges that are built on the most difficult crossing places. The upward way to Shingo is a beautiful one that houses a small group of Stupas. Cross the valley and river with wild rose bushes and willow on either side. Finally reach the base camp of Gandla. Set-up your tent for an overnight stay.

  • Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys

• Day 14 : Base Camp Gandla

  At Gandla, trek along the colorful prayer flags flapping in the wind, with the backdrop Zanskari range. After some time, descending trek along the Jingchan River begins. This location of the trek offers a great view of the Stok summit as well as the Stok Kangri peak (6121 meters). You finally arrive at Rumbak village, well-known for Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, paintings and dragon dancers. Get a feel of the Buddhist culture by exploring the surroundings on foot and interacting with the locals. Admire the surrounding picturesque scenery. Overnight camp or guesthouse.

• Day 15 : Rumbak - Stok La

  After breakfast on day 16, from Rumbak village, begin an upward trek till you arrive at Stok La (4900m). Enjoy a great view of the Indus valley and the surrounding area. Cross the pass, turn right to arrive at the base camp of Stok La. On arrival, set-up tents here for 3 days. Overnight in tent.

  • Themes : Hill Stations & Valleys

• Day 16 : Climbing

  Days 16 to18 are going to be action-packed with treks to various nearby locations. Admire the beautiful scenery spread all around, visit the monasteries and other Buddhist monuments spread all along the destinations. Overnight in tents.

• Day 17 :

  Days 16 to18 are going to be action-packed with treks to various nearby locations. Admire the beautiful scenery spread all around, visit the monasteries and other Buddhist monuments spread all along the destinations. Overnight in tents.

• Day 18 :

  Days 16 to18 are going to be action-packed with treks to various nearby locations. Admire the beautiful scenery spread all around, visit the monasteries and other Buddhist monuments spread all along the destinations. Overnight in tents.

• Day 19 : Manikarmo- Stok Village Drive to Leh

  On day 19, begin trekking to Manikarmo. After trekking for around 4 hours, you arrive at the Stok village. Visit the Stok Palace Museum, a popular tourist attraction. Stok Museum, situated inside the Stok Palace, houses artifacts depicting the culture of Leh and Ladakh. Later, begin driving to Leh. On arrival, complete the check-in formalities at your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 20 : Leh- Delhi

  Today, get on- time assisted transfer to the airport to board a flight to Delhi. On arrival, get transferred to the hotel for relaxing. In the evening, after dinner, get transferred to the airport.

• Day 21 : Departure from Delhi

  Get transferred to the airport to board a flight for your onward journey.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing

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Package Start From

• New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia

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• A deposit of 50% of the total price is due with your reservation. Final payments are due before the departure and for a few special trips, 30 days before your trip starts.

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• If you need to cancel a reservation, please do so in writing (best by e-mail). If we receive your cancellation more than 90 days before the starting date of the trip, we refund 100% of your deposit. Between 90 and 30 days your deposit becomes non-refundable. At less than 30 days notice (after payment is received in full), no refunds can be given. Some trips attract a minimum processing charge. Please check. The tour price is quoted as a package. No partial refunds or credit will be given for services not used. We recommend that you obtain travel insurance upon booking.

TOUR LEADERS:

• Our Tour Leaders take their responsibilities seriously and if a Tour Leader believes in his/her judgment that you should not participate in the trip, before your departure, even if you pass your medical, he/she may exclude you from the trip. In this circumstance you will be offered the option of taking another trip considered suitable for you or a full refund. If during a trip the Tour Leader considers you should not participate further he/she may direct you not to continue and you must follow the Tour Leader's instructions. In this case you will not be entitled to any refund. Travel insurance may compensate you depending on the circumstances.

HEALTH AND FITNESS REQUIREMENTS:

• Participants must be in good health and in a good physical condition. It is vital that participants with medical problems make them known to us well before departure. If you suffer from severe muscular, chest, heart or bronchial disorders, or if you are a severe asthmatic, or have high blood pressure, you are strongly advised against participating. Our trips generally take place in remote areas where there is little or no access to normal medical services or hospital facilities for serious problems. Where necessary, evacuation can be prolonged but it is difficult and expensive. Medical and evacuation expenses will be the responsibility of the participant.

ROUTE CHANGES/POSTONEMENT OR DELAY:

• may for any reason change the date of departure or conclusion of the tour, or it is possible that a route change, postponement or delay (either in relation to departure or to the duration of the expedition) may become necessary due to inclement weather, snow and ice conditions, political restrictions or any other cause. In the event of a change, postponement or delay, participants have no right to refund of the tour price (in whole or in part) or other compensation for any injury, loss or damage.

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• Package prices are based on ground costs, airfares and exchange rates.

EXCLUSION FROM TOUR PRICE:

• The following items are excluded from the tour price: *visa, passport and vaccination charges; *departure, airport and airline taxes; *extra meals not included in the itinerary; *laundry, postage, personal clothing, medical expenses, personal travel insurance and items of a personal nature; *emergency evacuation charges; and *tips and excess baggage charges. Refer to our trip notes for full details.

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