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Trekking In The MountainsDuration : 11 Days
Destinations
- Choklamsar
- Delhi
- Ladakh
- Leh
- Mankarmo
- Rumbak
- Spituk Gompa
- Zingchen
Description
This trip is suited for tourists who are ready to go that extra mile in trekking on the mountains. The trip starts from Leh, which was the capital of Himalayan kingdom Ladakh. Rumbak, Stock La Pass and Mankarmo are other places for hiking in the
DAY# 1 & 2 Delhi
Tour agents will pick you from Delhi Airport and guide you to the hotel for check in. The first two days are spent in Delhi, where you can visit a number of historical monuments including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb and Safdarjang's Tomb. Hauz Khas Village is an elegant artistic enclave situated next to the remnants of a historical site.
DAY# 3 & 4 Leh & Ladakh
Fly to Leh from Delhi. Leh Palace, former mansion of the royal family of Ladakh, is the place of tourist interest at Leh. The Leh Palace is a nine-storied building; the upper floors accommodated the royal family, and the stables and storerooms are located on the lower floors. Shanti Stupa, constructed in 1983 by the Japanese and Leh Mosque are other places of interest at Ladakh.
Ladakh valley is known for its high altitude desert. Dras Valley known for its Brokpas; Nubra Valley, better known as the orchard of Ladakh; Rupshu Valley with its salt water lake; Shyok Valley with the river of death; and the Suru valley with its snowfalls are some notable place at Ladakh. First day at Ladakh might be spent in getting used to the altitude. Sightseeing starts on the second day. You can prepare yourself for the trek by walking lightly at this place.
DAY# 5 & 6 Spituk Gompa
Drive to Spituk Monastery or Spituk Gompa, a Buddhist monastery in Leh district, Ladakh, northern India, 8 kilometers from Leh. In was founded by Od-de, the elder brother of Lha Lama Changchub Od in the 11th century.
Next, take the trip through the Indus River to Zingchen. It is a small village consisting of only about four to five houses. Scenic beauty of Indus valley can be enjoyed during this journey. Trekking begins from this destination. This route leads you to the base Rumbak through a few streams higher in attitude. At Rumbak you can set up your tent along a small stream.
DAY# 7 & 8 Mankarmo
Reach Mankarmo from Rumbak via the Stock La Pass. The amazing mountains and glaciers of the Kangris Stock can be viewed throughout the trip. The Indus Valley can be enjoyed while moving towards the beautiful oasis. Spend the night at Mankarmo.
DAY# 9 Choklamsar
At Choklamsar you can trek through the beautiful landscape. A car will pick you from this destination and take you to Leh in just 30 minutes.
DAY# 10 Leh
After reaching back to Leh, rest for the day.
DAY# 11 Delhi
Board the flight back to Delhi and get transferred to the hotel. Guests are transferred to the international terminal the next day for departure.
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