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Trekking in the Himalayas is often considered the pinnacle of peak hiking holidays. The trekking within the Indian region of Ladakh certainly enabling travellers to make the most of the mountains and the cultural traditions of the High Himalaya. As this trekking leads through the Markha Valley you’ll find yourself flanked by the mountain ranges of Stok, Matho and Zanskar with the meandering twists and turns of the Markha River making for an excellent trekking trail along the river’s banks. Many small Ladakhi villages and hillside monasteries, including Tache Gompa and Hemis, align the valley slopes and are overlooked by high altitude passes, such as Gongmaru La, where stunning views stretch to Tibet making trekking in the Himalayas a truly magical experience.
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On arrival at the airport meet your Tour Manager who will assist with transfer and check-in at the hotel. Stay two nights in Delhi.
After breakfast start our city tour of Delhi. Enjoy a bicycle rickshaw ride through the old city’s busy, narrow lanes, and stop at a local spice market. Then visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India Stop by Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the city’s largest Sikh Temple. Later visit Qutub Minar a World Heritage site, this is the tallest brick minaret in the world.
We drive via Stakna village and alongside the Indus River to reach the tiny settlement of Zinchen (3380m). It will not take long for our packhorses to be loaded before commence our trek that gradually ascends a spectacular gorge to the village of Rumbak (3960m). Our camp (3850m) is located just below the village. Overnight: Tented camp
A long day today as we cross our first pass and reach the top of the Ganda La (4,970m) decked. Ahead is the Zanskar Range and behind are the Stok Mountains. As we descend the trail takes us through a spectacular gorge to the small hamlet of Skiu. We camp around Skiu overnight. *Fullservice Camping *(sleeping altitude 3,360m).
The trail gradually ascends the Markha Valley passing a few small settlements en route to Markha (3770m) the largest village in the valley where we will visit the derelict fort above the village zand the gompa. Witness the imposing peak of Kangyaze (6400m) before reaching Hankar (3980m), the highest village in the Markha Valley.
*Full-service Camping *
Just beyond Markha, the trail meets the Chacham Valley. We will have one or two river crossings this morning and visit the most important monastery. We walk through Umlung village to Hankar and stop for lunch. Climbing more we now follow the Nimaling stream to Thachungtse where we camp. *Full-service Camping *(sleeping altitude 4,250m)
A short but quite tough walk today to Nimaling and We should get to Nimaling by lunchtime and in the afternoon. The trail climbs steeply to a plateau where the valley opens out. Ahead are spectacular views of Kang Yangtse, at 6,400m, the highest peak in the valley. *Full-service Camping *(sleeping altitude 4,854m)
Our trail begins today by climbing to the Gongmaru La. It is a fairly long, steep ascent zigzagging to the top of the pass at 5,286m, but the views from the top are worth the effort. Passing through Chuskurmo we continue our long descent crossing the river several times to the village of Chokodo and camp overnight.*Full-service Camping *(sleeping altitude 3,980m)
After the early breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to Leh airport.
6 Nights in the hotel and 7 nights in tents
Group assistance and transfers
Airfare Delhi – Leh in economy class
Sightseeing as specified
Trekking guide
Porters, Cook
Trekking Equipment
Trekking permits
Meals as specified
A backup vehicle for luggage and carrying equipment
Bottled water while travelling
All current collectable taxes.
Any International or Domestic Airfare
Airport taxes and Visa fee
Early check-in or late check-out
Meals other than specified above
Tips & Gratuities
Travel & Medical Insurance
Camera and video permits
Expenses incurred due to flight/train cancellation or delay
Any expense of a personal nature, like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, etc
Any optional excursion or tour
Any other expense not mentioned in the prices include column
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