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Markha Valley Trek |
| Tour Highlights : |
High Altitude trek, Monasteries, villages and drive. |
| Trek Style : |
Local mountain guide / camping |
| Duration : |
15 Days (Delhi to Delhi) |
| Best Season : |
June-September |
| On trek : |
09 Days |
| Grade : |
Moderate |
| Price : |
Euro 853 per person on twin-sharing* |
* Please check inclusion / exclusion and terms & condition section
* Based on minimum of two pax (For group rates please contact us)
About The Trek
This is one of the most famous trek in Ladakh thus sometimes it un-privileges due to lots of trekker on the same route; making it crowded, thus the trick is to do this trek very early in the season; April-May or very end of it like September-October. Otherwise the Trek is certainly one of the most varied and beautiful treks in the world. It ventures high into the Himalayas crossing two passes over 15,000 ft. as it circles from the edges of the Indus Valley, down into parts of Zanskar, and passes through terrain that changes from incredibly narrow valleys to wide open vast expanses. It is made all the more interesting by the ancient form of Buddhism that flourishes in the many monasteries that dot the landscape perched high atop hills. As we trek to the upper end of the Markha Valley we are rewarded with spectacular views of jagged snow capped peaks before cross the 16500 ft. Gongmarlu Pass and descending to the famous Hemis monastery, where we end our trek. The trek has alternative route from Spituk also. A shorter version of this trek is also there which can be done in 06 days. The trek in grade is moderate and one must be fit and experienced for this trek
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Day By Day Itinerary :
| Day 01: |
Meeting and assistance on arrival at International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in New Delhi. |
| Day 02: |
Transfer to Domestic Airport to connect flight to Leh. Meeting and assistance on arrival at Leh Airport and transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day free for acclimatization. |
| Day 03: |
Acclimatization / introductory tour of Shey, Thiksey and Hemis monasteries. Overnight hotel at Leh. |
| Day 04: |
Spituk to Zingchen: After early morning breakfast drive to Spituk, the staring point of the trek. A quick visit to the Spituk monastery which is 08 Kms drive from Leh near the end of the airfield. Many icons of Buddha and fine Thanka painting are to be found in this 15th century monastery. The face of the Kali image is kept covered and is revealed only at the annual function in January.
After the visit we cross the river Indus after the final preparation by the riverside. Trek to Zingchen which is 12 Km from Spituk and an 08 hours trek. We camp little above the village. Overnight at Zingchen. |
| Day 05: |
Zingchen to Yurutse: It is an easy day of 10 Km trekking. Trek through a narrow valley. While reaching Rumbak we enter a small valley where we camp for the night. This trek involves 06 river crossings and altitude varies form 3530-4180 Mtrs. |
| Day 06: |
Yurutse to Shingo: Today we trek for 12 Kms and reach an altitude of 3850-4985 Mts. A gradual ascend of 03 Hrs to Ganda-La (4985 Mts.). We get a spectacular views all around from the top of Ganda La, from where we slowly descend to Shingo village where we camp for the night. |
| Day 07: |
Shingo to Skiu: Today again is an easy day comparatively, trekking distance is 10 Kms. And altitude reaches from 3500-3850 Mts. and it a 05 Hrs of pleasant down hill walk through a narrow valley and dense shrub. The valley opens out as you approach Skiu. Today we camp near the river. |
| Day 08: |
Skiu to Markha: Today we trek for 16 Hrs and reach an altitude of 3200-3500 Mts, 08 Hrs trek along the Markha river. Cross the river and trek upto Markha village. It is the longest valley, a beautiful oasis of terraced green fields and small irrigation canals, contains quite a few houses, a school and a monastery. Overnight amp near the village. |
| Day 09: |
Markha to Nimaling: Today is the longest day of trekking, we trek for 19 Kms and altitude reaches 3500-4800 Mts and 04 Hrs walk along the Markha river, we pass small settlements, wild shrubs and willow plantations then to Hanker village. A long but gradual climb takes us to the grazing pastures at Nimaling. Beautiful views back down into the Markha valley and out across the jagged sub-ranges of Zanskar enroute. Overnight camp near Nimaling. |
| Day 10: |
Nimaling: Rest day at Nimaling to enjoy our last high altitude vistas of Zanskar. We may be visited by some shepherds at this camp. Nimaling is the summer grazing ground for the love stock of the entire Markha valley. |
| Day 11: |
Nimaling to Chokdo: Today we trek 15 Kms and reach an altitude of 5030 Mtrs from a minimum 4800 Mts. Begin a gradual climb of about 02 Hrs to the top of Kongmarula pass (5030 Mts), the highest point on the trek with excellent views of the Stok range of mountains and of the Karakoram. Descend to the wooded gorge to camp at Chokdo. |
| Day 12: |
Chokdo to Martselang: Today we do the finishing trek of Just 07 Kms across an altitude of 3600-3800 Mts. A short scenic trek down a narrow valley of rocks in different hues and colors to Martselang. Our trek finishes here and from here we drive back to Leh via Hemis. Overnight at hotel Spic-n-Span at Leh. |
| Day 13: |
Day at leisure in Leh. Overnight in Hotel. |
| Day 14: |
Transfer to Airport, to connect flight to Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival at Delhi Airport and transfer to Hotel in Delhi. Overnight hotel in Delhi. |
| Day 15: |
Delhi Home: Transfer to International airport to fly home. |
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Price Includes :
• Accommodation in category hotel at Leh with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Transportation for sightseeing as per the itinerary by Scorpio/Gypsy/Sumo.
• English Speaking monastery guide for sightseeing
• All monastery entrance fees in Ladakh
• Arrival and departure transfers at airports in Delhi and Leh with assistance
• Trek on full board
• All trekking equipments; sleeping tents, dinning tents, kitchen tent, toilet tents, carry mats, water cans, kitchen utensils and accessories etc.
• All trekking staff: Mountain Guide, Trek Cook, Helper, Horse/Pony
• Transportation for trek staff, equipment and food items.
• Two way radio as per requirement
• Potable oxygen cylinder as per requirement
• First Aid Box (No imported medicines and accessories)
• Any Inner-line permits applicable as per the regions.
Price Excludes :
• Airfares
• Accommodation in Delhi***
• Trekking shoes
• Sleeping bags
• Any climbing equipment
• Government Service tax 3.09% on package
• Medical and insurance of any kind.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay/cancellation, strike or any other natural calamities
• Tips, laundry, liquors, wines, mineral water, telephone charges and items of personal nature.
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