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| Duration : 20 Nights / 21 Days |
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Destinations Covered : Leh - Khardugla - Zanskar - Markha Valley - Hangkar- Nimaling Plan - Kongmaru La - Shang Po - Gangpoche - Stok Village - Stok Kangeri. |
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A classic trek and stunning climb to 6000 metres (20000 feet) in Ladakh - Buddhist monasteries of the Indus Valley - Breathtaking vistas across to the peaks of the Karakoram.
Flying in to the Ladakhi capital of Leh, the shapely peak of Stok Kangri (6120m/20075ft.) is prominent on the southern skyline. During several days set aside for acclimatisation, visit the monasteries at Shey, Thikse and Hemis before setting off on a delightful trek through the Markha Valley. Your route leads by way of several remote and picturesque villages to the high Nimaling Plain below the imposing peak of Kang Yatze. Crossing the Kongmaru La, we then take a little-used high-level route to Stok Kangri Base camp: a 3-day approach to the mountain that includes superbly located camp sites and far-reaching views towards Tibet and the eastern Karakoram. Although objectively very safe and technically straightforwar), the climb on Stok Kangri is both challenging and interesting. This is a wonderfully varied trip, perfectly suited to someone seeking their first Himalayan summit. |
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Day 01 : Delhi : Arrive Delhi late evening. Transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi Leh: Early morning take the flight to Leh (3500m). Rest of the day at leisure to relax in Hotel . Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 : Leh : Sightseeing tour, Shey, Thikse and Hemis monasteries. Return to Leh. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 04 : Leh : Free day in Leh. Optional rafting on the Indus River. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 : Leh Khardung La Leh : Drive up to the Khardung La (5300m) as an acclimatisation exercise. Return to Leh. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 : Leh Chilling Zanskar : Drive to the village of Chilling on the west bank of the Zanskar River (3100m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 07 : Zanskar Markha Valley : Cross the river on a pulley bridge and trek to Skiu in the Markha Valley. Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 08 : Markha Valley Markha Village : A long day of trekking beside the Markha River to Markha Village (3800m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 09 : Markha - Hangkar : Still following the river, trek to the highest village in the valley, at Hangkar (4100m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 10 : Hangkar Nimaling Plan : Trek up onto the Nimaling Plain, to a camp (4600m) beneath the peak of Kang Yatze. Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 11 : Nimaling Plan : Spare or contingency day. Explore towards Kang Yatze. Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 12 : Nimaling ( Kang Yatze)- Kongmaru La : Trek up to the Kongmaru La (5100m) and descend through a rocky gorge to Chogdo (4000m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 13 : Kongmaru La Shang Po : Heading west through uncharted territory and crossing several passes, trek to Shang Po (4350m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 14 : Shang Po Gangpoche : More rugged terrain and superb treking, en route to Gangpoche. (4320m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 15 : Gangpoche Stok Valley : Approaching Stok Kangri, descend into the Stok Valley and trek up to the basecamp at (4900 m. ) Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 16 : Stok Valley : A rest and acclimatisation day. Time to sort out equipment for the climb. Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 17 : Stok Vallley Stok Kangri : Climb Stok Kangri (6120m). Or, possibly move to a high camp (5300m). Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 18 : Base Camp : Spare day for climbing Stok Kangri. Return to basecamp. Stay overnight in Camps.
Day 19 : Stok Kangri Stok Village Leh : An easy mornings descent to Stok Village and then drive to Leh. Afternoon free. Stay overnight in Hotel.
Day 20 : Leh Delhi : In Morning Fly to Delhi, reaching Delhi youll be transferred to your Hotel. Rest of the day free to explore Delhi. Stay overnight in Hotel.
Day 21 : Delhi Departure : Free day in Delhi. Optional half-day sightseeing tour. Evening transfer to the airport. |
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