Tour Code: TIN212
Before: Traveling
Located in the arid and cold Ladakh desert, Markha Valley is an amazing Valley belonging to Hemis National Park. The long journey through the Valley is picturesque and full of adventure. If you are happen to travel to Ladakh, then the Markha Valley Trek is a scenic spot that you can't miss.
► Facts:
Suggested duration: 3 - 10 days
The best time: June - September
Altitude of the highest point: Kongmaru La (5200m/ 17,060 ft)
Altitude of the lowest point: The starting point (3200m/ 10,499 ft)
Guide & transfer connection: USD80 per person for 2 -3 days for a 3-traveler group
Many tourists start from Leh on foot. Although it is not difficult to find the route with a map. In view of the low cost of the guide, it is more convenient and safer to share the cost with several travelers.
► Transportation from Delhi
• Take flight to Delhi (DEL)/ Leh (IXL). The flight takes about 1.5 hours at the cost of no more than USD100 per ticket.
Some flights for reference: SG121 06:00/ 07:30, G8203 07:40/ 09:10, G8225 08:30/ 10:00, SG123 10:15/ 11:40, 6E2049 10:40/ 12:05.
• Land transfer is not recommended, since the distance is about 1070km, the land transfer takes 17 hours with higher price.
► The accommodation in Leh:
Alchi Homestay (3.7 km from Saspul Gompa) or MH- Mangue Homestay (6.3 km from Saspul Gompa).
► Facts:
Suggested duration: 3 - 10 days
The best time: June - September
Altitude of the highest point: Kongmaru La (5200m/ 17,060 ft)
Altitude of the lowest point: The starting point (3200m/ 10,499 ft)
Guide & transfer connection: USD80 per person for 2 -3 days for a 3-traveler group
Many tourists start from Leh on foot. Although it is not difficult to find the route with a map. In view of the low cost of the guide, it is more convenient and safer to share the cost with several travelers.
► Transportation from Delhi
• Take flight to Delhi (DEL)/ Leh (IXL). The flight takes about 1.5 hours at the cost of no more than USD100 per ticket.
Some flights for reference: SG121 06:00/ 07:30, G8203 07:40/ 09:10, G8225 08:30/ 10:00, SG123 10:15/ 11:40, 6E2049 10:40/ 12:05.
• Land transfer is not recommended, since the distance is about 1070km, the land transfer takes 17 hours with higher price.
► The accommodation in Leh:
Alchi Homestay (3.7 km from Saspul Gompa) or MH- Mangue Homestay (6.3 km from Saspul Gompa).
Day 1 Zingchen - Yurutse
Markha Valley
Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 8.2km
Altitude: Up 2503ft and down 56ft
You will meet your guide in the morning and the driver will take you to the starting point of your trekking. The views of this stunning river valley will astonished you from time to time. When the group members are obsessed with shooting, you can just lay down on the grass and enjoy the moment of peace and beauty. The red land in front of you shines with the green grass and the blue sky, the magical painting of nature is really amazing. There are several tea houses along the way, you may have a rest, and then you will arrive at the home stay at Yurutse with the Altitude of 4100m/ 13452 ft.
Tips:
Don't take a break as soon as you arrive at your destination, but let yourself adapt to the altitude environment here firstly.
Distance: 8.2km
Altitude: Up 2503ft and down 56ft
You will meet your guide in the morning and the driver will take you to the starting point of your trekking. The views of this stunning river valley will astonished you from time to time. When the group members are obsessed with shooting, you can just lay down on the grass and enjoy the moment of peace and beauty. The red land in front of you shines with the green grass and the blue sky, the magical painting of nature is really amazing. There are several tea houses along the way, you may have a rest, and then you will arrive at the home stay at Yurutse with the Altitude of 4100m/ 13452 ft.
Tips:
Don't take a break as soon as you arrive at your destination, but let yourself adapt to the altitude environment here firstly.
Day 2 Yurutse - Skiu
Duration: 7.5 hours
Distance: 17.8km
Today is the most challenging and will pass the highest point Kongmaru La (5200m/17,060 ft).
Keep trekking up and you will see many wild animals not far from you or on the top of the mountain. It's great to overlook the scenery of the snow mountain. Take a rest when you reach the highest point. The downhill road is relatively fast with the relaxing streams. Finally, after nearly 8 hours' trekking, you will arrive at the homestay at Skiu. The dinner will not be ready until the guests arrive since there is no internet to inform the host in advance.
Distance: 17.8km
Today is the most challenging and will pass the highest point Kongmaru La (5200m/17,060 ft).
Keep trekking up and you will see many wild animals not far from you or on the top of the mountain. It's great to overlook the scenery of the snow mountain. Take a rest when you reach the highest point. The downhill road is relatively fast with the relaxing streams. Finally, after nearly 8 hours' trekking, you will arrive at the homestay at Skiu. The dinner will not be ready until the guests arrive since there is no internet to inform the host in advance.
Day 3 Skiu - Chiling
Duration: 4 hours
Distance: 15km
After breakfast, the host will pack the lunch boxes for you and then continued to set off. Today's journey is smooth without too many high ups and downs. When you arrive at Chiling, the driver will transfer you back to Leh. Say goodbye to your guide and you can explore more in this area.
Distance: 15km
After breakfast, the host will pack the lunch boxes for you and then continued to set off. Today's journey is smooth without too many high ups and downs. When you arrive at Chiling, the driver will transfer you back to Leh. Say goodbye to your guide and you can explore more in this area.
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