Jeep
Safari with Markha valley trek
MARKHA
VALLEY TREK:-
Since 1974, when Ladakh first became accessible to foreign visitors,
this high and arid region has captured the imagination of adventure travelers.
This itinerary between Ladakh and Zanskar offers a large diversity of landscapes,
from the jagged Kongmaru La pass (5000m) to the green oasis of the Markha
valley with breath-taking views of the Korakoram snow-capped peaks. Many
scattered high villages, each with irrigated fields of barley and potatoes,
add color to this otherwise quite barren environment, and provide the chance
to meet the Ladakhi peasants in the simplicity of their daily life. Markha
will be an opportunity to visit the old monastery, famous for its paintings.
Day 01 - Abroad-Delhi
Ar: Delhi Transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day
02 - Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi visiting the Raj Ghat, the site
where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in
India; and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the
Moghul Empire. Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi visiting the Humayun's
Tomb, the Qutub Minar. Drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past
the imposing India Gate, Parliament House and the President's Residence
and end the tour with a drive through Diplomatic Enclave. Overnight at
hotel.
Day
03 - Delhi-Shimla
Early morning drive from Delhi to Shimla. Upon arrival transfer from airport
to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Shimla visiting, Tara Devi Temple-
situated 8 kms from Shimla are two temples dedicated to Mata Tara Devi
and lord Shiva. The military dairy farm and Shimla boy scout head quarters
are also located near by. Overnight at hotel.
Day
04 - Shimla-Naggar
Drive to Naggar. On arrival check-in at:camp. Overnight at Camp.
Day
05 - Naggar- Manali
Drive to Manali. On arrival check-in at: hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day
06 - Manali -Jispa
Drive
to Jispa (145 kms / 7 - 8 hrs) This high altitude road beyond the great
Himalayan range, connects the densely fertile and green Kullu valley to
the stark barren region of Ladakh. The drive starts at Manali slowly winding
up mountain roads till Rohtang Pass at 3,950 Mts. which connects the Kullu
to the Lahaul valley. On entering the Lahaul valley we see a distinct
change with the Hindu influence being replaced with the Buddhist religion.
We reach Jispa by late afternoon. Overnight in deluxe tents.
Day
07 - Jispa-Sarchu
Leisurely start to drive over the scenic Baralacha Pass (4880 Mts.). Plenty
of stops to capture the scenic grandeur of this majestic landscape dotted
with snow capped peaks and high altitude lakes. After crossing the pass
drop down to the vast Sarchu plains at an altitude of 4200 Mts. (80 KMS/4
HRS) Overnight in deluxe tents.
Day
08 - Sarchu-Leh
Drive to Leh. On arrival check-in at hotel. OVERNIGHT AT HOTEL
Day 09
Free day In Leh
Day 10 Leh
- Spituk - Zinchen (3200 m) in 4 h.
We drive 10 km to Spituk from where we start our trek. We cross Indus river
and enter in the Valley of Zinchen river. Near the village in the Valley
we will have our first camp after 4 hr walk.
Day
11 Zinchen -Yurutse (3844 m) in
5 h.
After by passing this beautiful stopping valley, we ascent up to 4900
m. by very steep zigzag, difficult footpath, by now it is 3 h. Now steep
descent to summer pastures of Stok and follow the river which comes from
Stok - Kangri massif.
Day 12 Yurutse
- Ganda La (4900 m) - Skiu (3510 m) in 6/7 h.
Yurutse follow path along the mountainside, then cross a small valley
and follow zig zag steep path. Thereafter cross Gandala. Then long descent
towards Shingo. After 2 Hrs. descent arrive in the valley of Markha and
then after few hundred meters further will reach Skiu.
Day 13 Skiu
- Markha (3850 m) in 7 h.
From Skiu, follow a good path on the right bank of Markha where one can
find great vegetation. Then cross right bank of river and cross through
barren plain and arrive at Chaluk. Thereafter walk along the left bank
of river and after another crossing climb towards Markha village. Good
camp site beyond the village and near river.
Day 14 Markha
- Hankar (4000 m) in 4 h.
Start trek towards the main valley on the right bank. The path is sometimes
difficult in the river bed and pass the monastery of Humlung. Then carry
on trek along the right bank and arrive in Hankar where there are several
houses.
Day 15 Hankar
- Nimaling (4650 m) in 4 h.
The path improves and cross a broad valley on the right side. The valley
becomes narrow and higher and cross bridges on to the left bank and then
reaches Tchatchuste. We climb pastures to reach Nimaling. This is one
of most beautiful high valleys in Ladakh dominated by the Kang Yaze.
Day 16 Nimaling
Free day in Nimaling to explore the surrounding areas.
Day 17 Nimaling
- Kongmaru La (5150 m) - Shang Sumdo (3750 m) in 7 h.
Cross the Markha valley and follow long climb along the mountain side,
then zig zag road leads towards Kongmarula. Follow steep descent into
gorges and then keep walking on the left bank to Chukirmo. Thereafter
crossing right and left bank and arrive Shang, a beautiful camp in groves
and there is a monastery an hour away from the village.
Day 18 Shang
Sumdo - Hemis (3600 m) in 3/4 h.
Hemis is the most important monastery of Ladakh, 360 years old. The gigantic
Tankha, one of the largest in the world, is displayed once in 12 years.
Last was in 1992.
Day 19 Hemis
- Thiksey - Shey - Leh.
We visit Hemis monastery, then drive to Shey Monastery. This one has a
7.5m copper statue of Buddha plated with gold, the largest of its kind.
We drive to Thikshy Monastery, situated on a hill top. There are several
temples and wall paintings of Buddha. Close by is the summer palace of
the old raja of Leh. This monastery is 800 years old, Silver and Gold
statues are seen in it.
Day 20 Leh – Delhi
by plane. (Hotel B&B)
Day 21 At leisure in Delhi.
Safety day for your international flight. (Hotel B&B)
Day 22 Transfer to airport
and fly back home
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