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<ul><li>Meet at Leh and check in to the hotel. This day is reserved for relaxation and acclimatization as it is vital for a healthy trip ahead.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in the hotel.</li></ul>

Day Highlights: Arrival at Leh

<ul><li>Spend one more day at Leh. Unravel the ancient monasteries, palaces, and museums that the place is famous for. </li><li>Visit Shey and Thiksey Gompa and also Stok Gompa. Being in the same destination will assist in getting acclimatized well for high altitude. </li><li>Towards the evening, enjoy a hike to Leh palace. </li><li>The remaining evening will be spent at leisure.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in a hotel.</li></ul>

Day at Leh

<ul><li>Today; on the first day of the Markha Valley trekking, indulge in an early breakfast and drive through Spikut Village to reach Zingchen. </li><li>This is where your hike of short stage and moderate gradient begins. </li><li>Enjoy the trail through Rumbak Village to reach Yurutse and come across several stream crossings. </li><li>Pass the village before setting up camp. </li><li>The site is a winsome one with barley fields all around.</li></ul>

 Leh - Zingchen (3400m) - Yurutse (4150m) (Trek/4hrs)

<ul><li>This balmy day, in the initial stretch of the trek, ascend to Ganda La (4900 m).</li><li>Expect a steep climb and strong winds towards the latter half. </li><li>From the pass, enjoy views of valleys on both sides, the Zanskar range, and some distant summits of the Himalayan range. </li><li>Commence descending to Shingo Village, after which, the trail makes its way into a narrow gorge leading towards Skiu, where a confluence of the rivers come from Markha Valley and Shingo.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in tents.</li></ul>

 Yurutse (4150m) - Ganda La (4800m) - Skiu (3400m) (Trek 7/8hrs)

<ul><li>Brace yourself for a long and moderate hike to the charming Markha Village, cross several streams along the way. </li><li>Reach the hamlet that is a trove in the middle of this cold and arid desert. </li><li>The place is laced with green fields, willow trees, and a deserted palace. </li><li>Camp beside a gurgling stream.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in camps.</li></ul>

Skiu (3400m) - Markha (3800m (Trek 6/7hrs)

<ul><li>Today lap up fetching views all around and come across many streams and river crossings. Make way through settlements and grazing ground. </li><li>Take in the stunning view of Kangyatze Peak (6400m) when walking towards Hankar. </li><li>We will select a great camping ground and set a tent there.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in tents.</li></ul>

Markha (3800m) – Thochuntse (4150m, Trek /4-5hrs)

<ul><li>Wallow in a short walk to arrive at the Nimalaing campsite. </li><li>The place is a beguiling one with a wide-open valley with unbridled grazing grounds and the backdrop of Kangyatze Peak. </li><li>Do note that there is a constant wind blowing in the area making the situation slightly uncomfortable. </li><li>If you wish, you can also avail of a side trip today towards the base camp of Kangyatse.</li><li>Overnight will be spent in tents.</li></ul>

Thochuntse (4150m) - Nimaling (4700 m) (Trek/ 4hrs)

<ul><li>Dig into an early breakfast and take on a steep climb to reach the top of the highest pass on the trail - Kongmaru La (5200m). </li><li>Take in the great sights of Nun Kun in the West and Saser Kangri to the North. </li><li>Cherish some moments here before climbing down to Sukarmo, from where your trail is a flat walk along the river till you come to the road head at Sumdo.</li><li>From here, hop on to a vehicle to drive back to Leh.</li><li>Overnight will be spent at a hotel.</li></ul>

Nimaling (4700m) - Kongmaru La (5150m) - Sumdo (3800m) - Leh 3500m (Trek 7hrs) (Drive 2hrs)

<ul><li>The charm and allurement of the Markha Valley trekking end here as you go ahead with your onward journey or stay back in Ladakh.</li></ul>

Departure from Leh

About the Markha Valley Trek:<ul><li>Explore the unique Markha Valley Trek, a trekking experience in the Ladakh region of India that offers breathtaking views of rugged mountains, vibrant landscapes, and ancient monasteries.</li><li>Suitable for both beginners and experienced trekkers, the trek can be completed in 9 days and starts from the village of Chilling, following the Markha River and crossing several high-altitude passes.</li><li>Immerse yourself in the local culture and way of life as you trek through remote villages along the trail.</li><li>Spot a variety of wildlife, including snow leopards, ibex, and marmots, and marvel at the stunning views of Kangyatse Peak, standing at an altitude of 6,400 meters.</li><li>Pass through several Buddhist monasteries that provide a glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage.</li><li>Disconnect from the world and connect with nature on this low-risk trek that does not involve technical climbing or steep descents.</li><li>Have a great adventure suitable for solo travelers, couples, and families looking to explore the rugged beauty of Ladakh.</li><li>Experience a unique combination of adventure, nature, and culture on the Markha Valley Trek, making it a must-try for any adventure seeker.&nbsp;</li></ul> Inclusions:<ul><li>Accommodation- Camping/Home stay during the trek. Guest house in Leh on Day 1, day 2, and day 8 as per the itinerary.</li><li>Meals- All meals while on trek ( Veg ) Starting from Day 3 breakfast.</li><li>Trek equipment- Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen &amp; dining tent, toilet tent, utensils, and crampon (if required).</li><li>Safety Equipment- First aid medical kits, stretcher &amp; oxygen cylinder.</li><li>Guide- Mountaineering qualified &amp; professional trek Leader, guide, cook, and Support staff.</li><li>Staff- Mules to carry the central luggage.</li><li>Permits- Forest entry charges, permits &amp; camping fee (if any)Permits &amp; camping fee (if any) for Indian National</li><li>Transport- from Leh guest house to Zinchen and return from Sumdo to Leh as per the itinerary.</li></ul>How to reach Leh:﻿By Air:The easiest way to get to Leh is to fly in, Leh is accessible by air from all major Indian airports. If you do fly in, you should rest in Leh for at least a day in order to acclimatize to the altitude (11,560 ft).&nbsp;By Road:The more adventurous but time-consuming way to get to Leh is by taking the road, either from Manali or from Srinagar. The Manali-Leh route is arguably more scenic than the Srinagar-Leh route, though it is also higher. Buses, as well as shared taxis, run on both Manali- Leh and Srinagar-Leh routes.&nbsp;Traveling by&nbsp;the HRTC bus is the cheapest way to get to Leh from Manali. It takes two days and costs about Rs. 800, halting at Keylong for the night. Keylong is a nice town in itself and it would be a good idea to stay there for a day. A slightly more expensive but convenient option is the&nbsp;HPTDC run deluxe bus&nbsp;which stops at tourist locations along the way. It costs around Rs. 3000, which includes tented accommodation and food at Keylong.Exclusions: <ul><li> Airport transfers from Leh airport to the guest house Can be availed at an extra cost.</li><li>Any kind of personal expense is not included in the package</li></ul>.Available dates: July : 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August : 7, 14, 21, 28 September : 4, 11

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Back pack (50-60l)

Extra pair of socks

Toilet paper & wipes

Walking stick

Water bottle

Backpack with waterproof linings

Fleece jackets and thermals

Hiking shoes

Led torch (with extra batteries)

Mosquito & insect repellent

Woollen cap, socks, mittens & scarf

Warm clothes

Adult

Standard rooms in a family-run guesthouse in Leh on single/double occupancy and high-quality camping arrangements

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Transportation from Leh (start) to Leh (end) can be availed at an extra cost (choose 'Including Transport' while booking the package).Tempo Traveller / Toyota Innova / Mahindra Scorpio or similar vehicle.

Transfers

Forest entry charges, permits &amp; camping fee (if any)Permits &amp; camping fee (if any) for Indian National

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2 guides for the group of maximum of 12 trekkers so 1 guide for 6 group members

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