MARKHA VALLEY TREK OF LADAKH
Passes and Monasteries of Northern India
16 days - A Land like no other - High passes - Big mountain views - Buddhist religion

Trekking in Ladakh is a rewarding experience, it is not enough to be physically fit; trekkers must also be prepared to face the rigors of back country travel. There are considerable fluctuations in day and night temperatures even during the height of summer. While the days are pretty warm, even hot, due to the desert effect of the barren landscape, evenings can become chilly. The Markha Valley Trek is one of the area's most beautiful, being overshadowed by many spectacular peaks, notably Stok Kangri (6123m) and Kang Yatse (6400m). The trek crosses the Kongmaru La (5150m), the highest pass of the journey and passes through the Hemis National Park, created to preserve the endangered snow leopard and other wildlife of the area. Our trek ends at Hemis, the historically richest and most famous monastery of Ladakh.

TRIP DEPARTURE DATES:
The Markha Valley Trek is part of our Himalayan Classic Trek Series. We are able to arrange this trek starting
on any day of the week during the months of June, July, August, September and October for groups of 1 to 10 people.

2009 LAND ONLY PER PERSON TRIP PRICE:
1 Person: $4190.00
2 People: $3650.00
3 to 4 People: $3430.00
5 to 7 People: $3360.00
8 to 10 People: $2990.00
Single tent and hotel room supplement: $540.00 per person
(above prices include the round trip flights between Delhi and Leh)

TRIP SNIPPETS:
Hotels: 7 nights hotels
Camping: 8 nights camping
Trek Grade: 9 days STRENUOUS trekking
Max. altitude: 5100 meters / 16,730 feet at Kongmaru La pass.

Strenuous Trekking = physically very challenging and more suited to hikers who are used to extended days (6-10 hours) and who are competent over uneven and difficult terrain. These treks will involve lengthy periods at high altitudes.

TRIP OUTLINE:
Day 1: Arrive Delhi. Meet & transfer to group hotel.
Day 2: Fly Delhi to Leh and drive to group hotel.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Leh. Hotel.
Day 4: Sightseeing tour at Leh. Hotel.
Day 5: Drive to Zinchen and trek to Rumback. 4-5 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 6: Trek to the base of the Ganda La Pass. 3-4 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 7: Trek to Skiu over the Ganda La Pass at 4,878 meters. 6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 8: Trek to Markha. 7 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 9: Trek to Thachungtse. 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Nimaling. 4-5 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 11: Rest and acclimatization day at Nimaling. Camp.
Day 12: Trek to Shang Sumdo via Kongmaru La Pass at 5,270 meters. 6-7 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 13: Trek to Martselang or Hemis and drive to Leh. 5-6 hours of trekking. Hotel.
Day 14: Free day in Leh. Hotel.
Day 15: Fly back to Delhi. Hotel.
Day 16: Morning free for souvenir shopping and other independent activities. Transfer to airport for departure.

Country Information: About India
Region Information: About Ladakh

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