Markha Valley Trek Tour by Into Wild Himalaya Adventure Tour And Travels Pvt Ltd

14 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

English, IndianGuide language

Starts

Kullu, India

Ends

Kullu, India

Highlights

An amazing trip to get introduced with magical and remote Buddhist Kingdom of Ladakh.

Feast your eyes on stunning sights and breathtaking scenery of the hills.

Itinerary

Imagine traversing Ladakh’s iconic Markha Valley—one of the region’s most celebrated trekking routes, now welcoming both young adventurers and seniors eager for an immersive Himalayan experience. This tour package is your gateway to Ladakh’s magical Buddhist kingdom, blending rugged mountain landscapes with a deep cultural journey.

The trek begins in Stok and meanders through ancient monasteries, high-altitude villages, and the lush pastures of Nimaling, with dramatic vistas of Kangyatse peak. Along the way, you’ll encounter Khampa nomadic families tending their yak and sheep, offering a rare window into high-mountain pastoral life. The route crosses several mountain passes, peaking at 5,150m, ensuring that each day brings new and varied scenery.

The adventure concludes in Shang, with a brief visit to Leh before departing for New Delhi. For travelers who crave a blend of breathtaking landscapes and authentic encounters with Ladakh’s local communities, this trek stands out. The USP is its unique combination of cultural immersion and high-altitude wilderness, making it a standout journey for seasoned trekkers seeking something extraordinary.

day 1 - Your arrival in New Delhi

Visitors are going to be greeted at the airport and then transfer to a hotel, where you'll be staying overnight.

Accommodation: Hotel

day 2 - Domestic flight from New Delhi to Leh (3,500m)

Transfer to a domestic airplane terminal where you will travel to Leh. Once you arrived at Leh, you will then be transferred to your inn. Afternoon visit to a cloister inside the town and tour of the Shanti Stupa and Old Fort of Leh.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 3 - Tour around Leh

We will drive to visit the Spituk Monastery which is near Leh, with Phyang only 13 km west of Leh. Head back to the inn for a delicious lunch. Evening used at your leisure. Overnight stay in inn.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 4 - Trek from Stok to Base of Stok La (4,820m)

Duration:1/2 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 5 - Trek from Base of Stok La to Yurutse (4,180m)

From the sheepfold, we will start a long climb to the Stok La (4,900m / 13,779 ft.) for 3 hours. After that point the trail will level and afterward we will reach at Rumbak. As we pass through the town we will cross the bridge of the Jingchan River, and go on the trail to Yurutse.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 6 - Trek from Yurutse to Skiu (3,400m)

The climb from Yurutse will lead us through pastures, before crossing a little valley. We will then be criss-crossing steeply up to the Ganda La (4,900m / 13,779 ft.). It takes approx. 3 hours to cross the pass. The long, yet simple plummet around the Shingo Village will take us into a noteworthy chasm. In the wake of dropping for around 2 hours we will finally touch base in Markha Valley and after a couple of hundred meters; we will arrive at the camping area of Skiu.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 7 - Trek from Skiu to Markha (3,710m)

As we move along the simple trail on the right bank of the Markha, a lot of vegetation can be seen along this stretch. We will then cross the river a few times, touching base in the little settlement of Chaluk. In the long run we will be making a short rising at the huge town of Markha. Overnight camp close to the waterway.

Duration:7 hours

Accommodation: Camping

day 8 - Trek from Markha to Tchatchutse (4,250m)

The trail starts with a rise to the primary valley on the right bank. On the way we will visit the Humlung Monastery, before moving along the right bank and touching base at Hankar Village that sprawls over a few valleys. From the most highest peak of Hankar, we will take after the trail along a stream, then cross an extension to achieve the pasture of Tchatchutse.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 9 - Trek from Tchatchutse to Nimaling (4,730m)

The day starts with a progressive trek with short slopes with the waterway far to the left half of the canyon. We will pass a little lake, then cross a pastureland reaching into Nimaling; a standout among st the most lovely high valleys inside the Ladakh locale. The Kang Yatse (6,400m / 20,997 ft.) overwhelms the encompassing perspectives of the region. A few troublesome courses lead to the summit.

Duration:4 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 10 - Trek from Nimaling to Shang (3,640m)

We will start crossing the Markha Valley in criss-cross rising for around 2 hours, which will lead us to the panoramic Kongmaru La. We will then plunge, again in a crisscross manner, to the opposite side of the base of Kongmaru La. The trail proceeds through a restricted chasm. After a few stream intersections, then we will arrived at in Shang. We will likewise visit a little Gompa outside of the town. Overnight camp in Shang.

Duration:8 hours

Accommodation: Camping

day 11 - Trek from Shang to Leh (3,400m)

Voyaging Distance: 60 km

We will be picked up by a vehicle that will help us to visit the religious monasteries of Hemis and Thiskey, and also the Shey historical Palace. We will continue with our adventure on to Leh where you will be transferred to your inn, where you will use the night.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 12 - A free day in Leh

Overnight stay in inn from our end.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 13 - Flight back to Delhi from Leh

You will be transferred to the local air terminal for your flight to Delhi. Once arrived at Delhi you will then be transported to your inn where you will be staying overnight. This day evening can be used by you for your leisure.

Accommodation: Guest house

day 14 - Full day of tour to Old and New Delhi

A full day of tour to Old and New Delhi, before being transferred to the Indira Gandhi International Airport.

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What's Included

An English Speaking Tour Guide, Mountaineering and First Aid licensedA CookA Horse Man and horses to carry equipmentsAll Trekking Equipments: Dome Tents for the clients, Kitchen and Dinning Tents, Chairs, Sleeping bags, mattresses, Utensils.All food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during the tripAll accommodation - while trekking in tents and otherwise in HotelsLand transportation in Toyota Innova or similar, wherever required in the itinerary

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