The Markha trekking is very popular in Leh – Ladakh, the shorter version of the Classic Markha Valley trek. Experience Ladakh’s dramatic Himalayan mountains, rich culture and natural beauty in a week.
You will be amazed by the views of the Indian Himalayas, glaciers, rock cliffs, gorges, powerful rivers and ancient forts and castles. You will walk on high mountain passes (around 17,000ft / 5,000m) decorated with prayer flags and visit the Base Camp of Kang Yatse (6,400m / 21,000ft), the highest mountain in the Zanskar Range in the Indian Himalayas.
Day 01: – Arrival in Leh and transfer to hotel and welcome drinks.
Day 02: – Cultural sightseeing in Shey Monastery, Thikshay Monastery and Himis Monastery.
Day 03: – Leh – Drive to Chiling (2 hour) 3200m. and across Zanskar river by trolley to trek Skyu (2 / 3h) 3430m.
Day 04: – Skyu – Markha (4 / 5h) 3750m.
Day 05: – Markha – Thachungtse (4 / 5h) 4240m.
Day 06: – Thachungtse – Nimaling ( 3 / 4h) 4740m.
Day 07: – Nimalaing – Shang Sumdo ( 5 / 6h) 3670m and drive to Leh 3500m.
Day 08: – Departure from Leh to your destination.
Note: The above information is just a guide and standard pattern of what we provide. The trip itinerary can be adjust as your request to accommodate your specific requirements
Day 01: – Arrival in Leh and transfer to hotel and welcome drinks.
Your early morning 75 minute flight to Leh over the Himalayas will be one of the most picturesque flights you’ll ever experience. On the Northern horizon you will see K2 (8,611m / 28,251ft), the world’s second highest peak, and other 8,000m peaks of the Karakoram Range. If you sit on the left side of the plane, you will see Nun (7,135m / 23,409ft) and Kun (7,077m / 23,219ft), the two highest mountains in Ladakh.
We will greet you at Leh airport and drive you to your hotel or home stay. The rest of the day depends on your jet lag and acclimatization to Leh’s high altitude.
Day 02: – Cultural sightseeing in Shey Monastery, Thikshay Monastery and Himis Monastery.
Ladakh is the only place besides Tibet where almost all the major sects of Tibetan Buddhism still exist. You will see architecture and a lifestyle similar to Central Tibetan traditions and visit Hemis Monastery and Thiksey Monastery. Hemis Monastery, belonging to the Drukpa Kagyu sect, is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Ladakh. It was first built in the 11th century. Stories of Kalachakra and the Lords of the Four Quarters are etched on the walls of its ancient corridors. There are golden statues, precious stones and a library with Tibetan books, relics and manuscripts.The Hemis Festival is a dazzling celebration of the birth of the Guru Rinpoche (Guru Padmasambhava). The Cham Dance (masked dance by the monks) should not be missed at Hemis Monastery. Thiksey Monastery, belonging to the Gelugpa sect, is 12 stories high. It has 10 temples, showcases stunning Ladakhi architecture, a 15m high statue of Maitreya (future Buddha), fierce paintings and statues of deities and other Tibetan Buddhism artifacts.
Day 03: – Leh – Drive to Chiling (2 hour) 3200m. and across Zanskar river by trolley to trek Skyu (2 / 3h) 3430m.
It’s a hour and a half drive from Leh to the point where we will have to cross the Zanskar river in a trolley. This is as safe as it is exciting! We start trekking once we reach other side. We will cross Kaya village before reaching Skyu village.
Day 04: – Skyu – Markha (4 / 5h) 3750m.
This is one of the loveliest sections of the Markha Valley. Nonetheless, be aware that this part of the Markha Valley can get quite hot. The powerful Markha River rushes through a gorge that is decorated by willow and wild rose. Several bridges cross the Markha River and you will trek over them. We will camp beyond the village of Thinlespa camp, next to Markha River.
Day 05: – Markha – Thachungtse (4 / 5h) 4240m.
We continue to trek through Markha Valley. It is cooler here. You will discover a ruined fort between the twin villages of Lower and Upper Hankar. The walls of this fort climb sharply up to an aerie of a lookout tower – if you enjoy heights, you will love exploring this place. Afterwards, we will follow the Nimaling River to camp at Thachungtse.
Day 06: – Thachungtse – Nimaling ( 3 / 4h) 4740m.
We start to climb gradually to reach a picturesque alpine lake. The majestic Kang Yatse (6,400m / 20,997ft), the highest mountain in the Zanskar range, will be right in front of you. Afterwards, we will reach Nimaling plain, a broad, undulating alpine meadow that reaches the base of Kang Yatse. Nimaling’s rivulets provide pasturage for yaks, sheep, goats, dzos and horses that come from the Markha and other villages. There may even be wild white-tailed hares, blue sheep or wolf. We will make camp in the early afternoon and relax, explore and view the wildlife for the rest of the day.
Day 07: – Nimaling – Kongmaru La (5180m) – Chokdo (3700m) – Leh (2hour) 3500m.
After crossing the Nimaling River you will start climbing towards Kongmaru La, the highest pass on this trek. You will be rewarded with the stunning vista of the Himalayas. On a clear day, you will see the giant mountains of the Karakoram Range. Afterwards, we will descend steeply into the Martselang Valley. We will follow the Martselang stream to reach Chokdo village. From Ckokdo Village, we will be driven to Leh. This marks the end of the Short Classic Markha Valley Trek.
Day 08: – Departure from Leh to your destination.
We will drive you to Leh airport and so you can fly back to Delhi.
Note: The above information is just a guide and standard pattern of what we provide. The trip itinerary can be adjust as your request to accommodate your specific requirements
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While you are travel in Leh – Ladakh, there is many kind of foods are available such as : Indian, Chinese, Thai, Korean, and Continental foods:
Leh : While you stay in Leh there are a lot’s of restaurant and bar with many kind of typical foods. So, you should choice yourself according to the own restaurant and enjoy. what foods are available is there , please let’s visit in the bellow the food category,
Trekking: While you are on the trekking you will have food every day changing good items except Sizzler, steak, burger, according to our experience trekking cook but during the trekking,
And hard drinks available in trekking but it’s separate in the cost.
| Hot Drinks | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Hard / Cold Drinks |
| Black Tea
Milk Tea Nepali Tea Black Coffee Milk Coffee Hot Lemon Lemon Honey Mint Tea Ginger Tea Masala Tea Garlic Tea |
Porridge
Muesli Rice pudding Cornflakes Toast French Toast Pan cake Tibetan Bread Chapati Etc.
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Noodle Soup
Sandwich Fry Noodle Mo.mo Items Pizza Macaroni Pasta Spring Roll Fried Rice Etc.
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Dal Bhat Set
Pizza items Sizzler Items Mo. Mo Items Chowmen Items Steak Items Pasta Macaroni Local Items Etc .. |
Cola Cola
Fanta Sprite Mountain Dew Pepsi Mirinda Whisky XXX Rum Ruslan Vodka Royal Stag Signature
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After confirmation you will receive by mail the booking form with all the details for the payment of the deposit. The deposit will be sent by transfer to our bank. When we will receive the money we will send you the final invoice with the balance to pay. The balance will be paid at your arrival in Kathmandu.
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