The Zanskar Valley Darcha to Padum Trek (Leh) - 5100 Mtrs

      

Trip Information 

A trek starting from green valley of Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh to barren and rugged landscape of Zanskar. Change of Himalayan topography and profile is most evident and interesting. This is a very popular trek for years and still a must on trekkers' wish list. The trek terminates at Padum-the capital city of Zanskar and a major center of Buddhism.  

• Trip Name: Zanskar Valley Trek
• Destination: Himachal Pradesh & Jammu & Kashmir
• Grade: Strenuous
• Best Time: July to September
• Duration: 20 Days
• Trip Cost: USD - On request (Min 2 Pax on Twin Sharing) & USD - On request (Min 2 Pax on single occupancy)
• Domestic Airfare: As applicable at the time of booking (Leh – Delhi)
• Maximum Altitude: 5100 Mtrs
• Highlights: Zansakar Valley, Suru Valley, Indus Valley, Rothang Pass (3950 Mtrs), Singo La (5100 Mtrs), Fotula, Namkeela
• ·         Activities: Trekking, Camping, Photography

Brief Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrive Delhi and transfer to Hotel

Day 2: Morning board the train to Chandigarh and further drive 310 km for Manali.

Day 3: In Manali – Visit Hidimba Temple, Hot water springs at Vashisth Kund

Day 4: Drive from Manali to Darcha (3360 Mtrs) via Rothang Pass (3980 Mtrs)

Day 5: Trek from Darcha to Palamu (12 kms/ 3-4hrs Approx)

Day 6: Trek from Palamu to Zanskar  Sumdo (14 kms/  4-5 hrs Approx), cross the river

Day 7: Trek to reach Chumi Napko (14 kms/ 4-5 hrs Approx), Steep Climb

Day 8: Trek from Chumi Napko to Lakham; Trek (16 kms/6-7 hrs Approx), by crossing Shingo La (5100 M)

Day 9: Trek from Lakham to Kurgiak (14 kms/4-5 hrs Approx) Find the difference in the features of the of the mountains in Zanskar.

Day 10: Trek Kurgiak to Bepul (14 kms/4-5 hrs Approx)

Day 11: Trek from Bepul to Purne T (14 kms/ 4-5 hrs Approx)

Day 12: Round trek from Purne to Phuktal Gompa (Visit to Impressive Phugtal Gompa)

Day 13: Trek from Purne to Mune (12 Kms/3-4 hrs Approx)

Day 14: Trek from Mune to Padum (12 kms/ 3-4 hrs Approx)

Day 15: In Padum - Visit Karsha Gompa, Stagrimo Monasty, Kalachakra Lakhang etc.

Day 16: Drive from Padum to Kargil (250 kms via Rangdum Gompa)

Day 17: Drive from Kargil to Leh (220 Kms Approx)

Day 18: In Leh - Visit Monastries as Shey, Thiksay & Hemis,

Day 19: Fly from Leh to Delhi. Relax in the Hotel or go shopping

Day 20: Depart Delhi for onward destination