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Grand Himalayan Traverse
Overview
One of our oldest and most popular treks in the western Himalayas and is an epic four-week journey that crosses the high-altitude desert of Ladakh. The relatively tough and challenging route requires stamina but provides unforgettable experiences and a wonderful array of cultural and natural splendor.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the fascinating Leh Town.
- Hemis & Lamayuru - the famous and oldest monasteries in the Ladakh region.
- Challenging Trek through the succession of isolated villages of Zanskar and see wonderful Buddhist monasteries.
- Climb up through the snow to Phirtse La (5450M) the highest trek pass with breathtaking views.
- Tsokar Lake a fluctuating salt lake known for its size & depth.
- Road transfer to Leh over the world’s 2nd highest motorable road Tanglang La ( 5360 M) .
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Aug 2019Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive in Delhi, the national capital of India, the city which is as historic as modern. After clearing immigration and customs formalities; proceed towards the arrival hall, where you will be greeted by our office representative. He will assist you to the vehicle and will take you to the Delhi Hotel. There are no activities planned for the first day, so simply relax at the Hotel and recover your energy levels or depending upon your flight schedules we can plan some. Stay Overnight in Delhi.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 2 - Early morning flight to Leh airport arrival transfer to Hotel and afternoon free to acclimatise. Evening local bazaar visit. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 3 - Morning after breakfast half day sightseeing tour visiting Shankar Gompa, Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace afternoon free time for own explorations. Hotel night in Hotel.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 4 - Full day sightseeing of Leh visiting Shey Palace, Thiksay and Hemis monasteries which were the biggest and richest monasteries in Ladakh. Return to Hotel
Overnight - Hotel
Day 5 - This morning leave for Kanji our trek start point enroute visit Alchi Gompa of 11th century and Lamayuru Monastery of 10th century. After lunch continue drive to Kanji village for first Overnight in Camp. (140 kms/ 4-5 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
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Day 6 - Today’s trek will start by a gentle walk on the right bank of a torrent to the hamlet of Kanji Dok where we set up our camp for overnight stay camp. (Walking 4-5 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 7 - Today after breakfast trek starts to ascent Yogma La pass (4720m). From the pass you can spectacular view of the surrounding landscapes and mountains and later descent to Shillakong for overnight stay in camp. (Walking 5-6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 8 - Today the trail follows the left bank of the river. After a few hours of walking we reach the Snigutse pass (5120m) where you get the impression of being on top of the world. Decent trek will lead you to Urtsi Dok camp site for overnight stay. (Walking 7-8 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 9 - Today after breakfast start trek to Photoksar over Sirsi La and gradual decent to reach your camp site for overnight stay. (Walking 7-8 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 10 - Today trek will take you to Skyumpatta via passing through Bumiktse la (4390 m) and Sengge La - (4960 m) with some level walking. Continue trek and go steep descent Kuipa la ( 4450 M) until you reach to camp site at a small village of Shyumpatta for overnight stay. (Walking 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 11 - This morning after breakfast start trek with gradual climb of two passes Morgan La ( 4370 M) and Chapskang La ( 4200 M). Enroute visit the nice village of Lingshed and its monastery before you continue trek to reach Base of Hanamu La for overnight stay in camp.
Overnight - Camp
Day 12 - Today the trek starts with steep climb to the Hanamu La ( 4710 m) where you can see the superb view Of mountains and while gradual descending reach to camps site for overnight stay. (Walking 7-8 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 13 - After breakfast we reach the belvedere a splendid view of both the Parfi La pass and the Oma Chu river below. We follow the path along the valley, pass a bridge spanning a torrent lined with willows, and go up among the junipers towards the Parfi La (3970 m) and continue trek to village of Hanumil for overnight stay in camp. (Walking 7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 14 - Today trek will lead you via Pidmo a small village to reach Pishu or Zangla. (Walking 5-6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 15 - Today full day exploration by jeeps to visit Karsha monastery and Padum the capital town of Zanskar with all basic facilities available here for locals like hospital , police station, SDM oiffice and chance to do some local shopping before continue transfer to Raru via visiting Barden Gompa. ( Walking 4-5 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 16 - Today the trail will take you above the gorges which sometimes be difficult for horses but the view is magnificent. Continue trek along the river in the middle of sparse vegetation to reach the village of Anmu for overnight stay in camp. (Walking 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 17 - Today the path to Phuktal (4000 m) follows the right bank of the Tsarap river. Phuktal Gompa is one of the most beautiful sites in the Zanskar valley. After the visit of the monastery we continue trek to on the other bank towards the village of Yugar. (Walking 7-8 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 18 - This morning after breakfast we descend to the village of Purne and continue Kargyak valley up the course of the Kargyak Chu river which we will follow for the following days. On way it will be a real pleasure to stop at village and share a glass of chang (fermented barley beer, served chilled) before you reach to your camp site for overnight stay. (Walking 5 - 6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 19 - Today after breakfast we leave the traditional road and head towards the Phirtse La pass which we will cross next day. The trek follows isolated landscapes of Zanskar gorges and rocky escarpments and numerous ascents and descents until reach to our camp site for overnight stay. (Walking 4-5 hrs). Altitude gain 606 M
Overnight - Camp
Day 20 - Today trek will lead you to Phirtse la (5450 M). The climb to the pass is tough but after the effort you can enjoy the views of the Lahaul peaks which is a real reward. On the opposite slope crossing several rivers to reach the camp. Overnight in camps. (Walking 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 21 - Today early breakfast and leave for the trek which take us to cross the Lingti river also taking advantage of the low water before the heat rises. Continue trek on the pastures of Khamerup which used in summer by the Gaddhi nomads from Himachal Pradesh. Overnight in camps (Walking 5 to 6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 22 - Today after breakfast the trek will begin with gradual descent to Sarchu (4290m) through its magnificent plateau, frequented in summer by the shepherds of Himachal Pradesh. On the way we cross several torrents, before reaching the lands of Himachal. Overnight stay in camps.
Overnight - Camp
Day 23 - This morning after breakfast we say good bye to our trekking crew before drive to Manali via Baralacha la (4850 meters) and later to cross longest Highway tunnel about 9.02 kms to bypass Rohtang pass (210 kms / 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 24 - After a leisurely breakfast start you exploration of Manali to visit Hadimba Temple, Old Manali, Mall road and Tibetan Monastery. Later afternoon is free time for individual activities.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 25 - This morning drive to Chandigarh via pass through the Kullu and Mandi town and the journey goes on your left side of river Beas until Mandi which is a very scenic journey. Arrive Chandigarh late afternoon check into hotel and rest of the time is free for market exploration.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 26 - Today after breakfast drive to delhi and arrive early afternoon. Check in to your hotel for wash n Change before transferring you to airport to board international airport for onward destinations.
Tour Ends
Essential Information
Base Price Includes
- Accommodation on double/ twin sharing basis as per the itinerary.
- Daily buffet breakfasts included at hotels.
- Trekking camping which includes delicious food prepared by our professional experienced trekking chef, camp boys, tentage like imported sleeping tents, Kitchen /Mess tent, toilet tent, table , camp chairs or any other logistic expenses during trekking as
- Ponies to carry trekking stuffs and clients baggage.
- All transfers and sightseeing by a Private vehicle as indicated in the itinerary.
- Services of a local sightseeing guide during sightseeing and trekking as per the itinerary.
- Monastery Entrance Fees as per the itinerary at mentioned sights.
- Representative for assistance on Arrival /Departure.
- 24/7 assistance by our support team.
Base Price Does Not Include
- International / Domestic air fare.
- Any meal other than Breakfast unless specified.
- Any service or activity charges other than those included in the inclusions.
- Supplement Cost for festival period, long weekend or peak season.
- Entrance fee at monuments and National Parks.
- Unforeseen expenses that demand changes in the itinerary like natural calamities, changes in weather, road blockages, flight/train cancellations and any medical emergency or evacuations.
- Travel insurance and Visa
- Expenses of a personal nature- Staff Tips, Laundry, phone calls, soft or alcoholic drinks, excess baggage charges, camera and Video fee or any other expanses which are not mentioned in above inclusion list.
- Oxygen Cylinder facility for high altitude
- All government taxes as applicable.
More Information
Before hitting the trail across the Himalayas our trip begins with some cultural exploration. About seventeen days of walking in the heart of fabulous landscapes of immensity and harshness six high passes, spectacular monasteries with an almost medieval rhythm. Heading north from Delhi to Leh, we commence our trek from Kanji across the region over winding shepherd’s trails and caravan routes over some high and low passes, visiting remote villages and some of the region’s fascinating monasteries such as Phuktal and Lamayuru. The trail then descends past picturesque Buddhist monasteries and through the canyons of the Tsarap River to reach the deep and remote valleys of the ancient kingdom of Zanskar. This stage of the trek through remote valleys of the ancient kingdom Zanskar valley is marked by ancient monasteries and remote villages with their hardy inhabitants still practicing that ancient form of Tibetan Buddhism.
Tour traverses through two very beautiful high passes Sniguste La (5120 m) and the Phirtse La (5450 m). The end of the trail is at Serchu from where we drive to Manali via Baralacha La ( 4850 M) and with a great experience to cross the world’s longest highway Tunnel about 9.02 kms at an altitude of 3050 meters. In Manali, the vibrant hub of the Kullu valley and a major activity centre, we visit a temple, a fort and an art gallery. From Manali we stop overnight in Chandigarh – a Punjabi city known for its modernist architecture and fantasy sculptures at Nek Chand’s Rock Garden. We rest before drive back to Delhi from Chandigarh.
