LADAKH EXPLORER
15 days at - including flights
Tripcode: TGX
An introduction to trekking in the Ladakh Himalaya
Sandwiched between the western Himalaya, the Karakorum and the Tibetan Plateau, lies the high altitude desert of Ladakh, or 'Little Tibet'. Our trip starts with a spectacular flight over the Himalaya to Leh, and exploration of the town and some of the most important monasteries along the Indus Valley. We then drive westwards, following the Indus River to the start of our trek at Likir. This short introduction to trekking in Ladakh takes us from village to village through a spectacular multi-coloured landscape. The walking is fairly gentle with plenty of time to enjoy the views. We finish the trek near Lamayuru with its moonscape scenery, before visiting Alchi, the oldest monastery in Ladakh.
| Day 1 | Depart London. |
| Day 2 | Arrive Delhi. |
| Day 3 | Fly to Leh. |
| Day 4 - 5 |
Two days in and around Leh to aid acclimatisation. Trips to Thikse, Shey and Hemis monasteries and Leh Palace. Optional jeep trip to the Kardung La (the highest motorable road in the world). |
| Day 6 | Drive to Likir, visit Basgo and Likir monasteries. |
| Day 7 - 8 |
Trek to Yangtang, then down to Ridzong Monastery and on to Hemis Shupachen. |
| Day 9 - 10 |
Trek through the village of Temisgam (3200m) to Khaltse; transfer to Lamayuru and Wanla. |
| Day 11 | Explore Wanla; to Alchi and explore the 11th Century monastery. |
| Day 12 | Return to Leh visiting Saspol Caves en route. |
| Day 13 | Free day in Leh. Optional rafting trip along the Indus River. |
| Day 14 | Fly to Delhi. |
| Day 15 | Fly to London. |
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Chortens at Wanla, near Lamayuru, Ladakh
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