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Ladakh, meaning 'the land of high passes' is great location for trekking in the summer time. It avoids the intense heat and monsoon experienced at lower altitudes. Ladakh is likened to Tibet with its rich buddhist way of life coupled with amazing scenery. This makes it one of the best places for trekking in India.

View the Zanskar, Karakoram and Greater Himalayan mountain ranges on this trek. Immerse yourself in the Buddhist culture as we visit remote high altitude villages, gompas and see nomadic settlements.

Starting in Leh, we pay a visit to Lamayuru Monastery, acclimatising all the while. While the valley is barren, we also pass meadows filled with wild flowers and local villages whose main agricultural crops are barley and potatoes. There are several high passes along the way and the trek finishes in Chilling, a village famous in the region for copper production.

1. Day 1

   Activities

   1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
   2. Hotel

   Arrival in India

   Relax in Delhi for the day.

2. Day 2

   Activities

   1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
   2. Plane
   3. Hotel

   Delhi to Leh (3505 m): 1 hr

   Fly from Delhi to Leh.

3. Day 3

   Activities

   1. Sightseeing
   2. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
   3. Hotel

   Acclimatise and sightseeing in Leh.

   Sightseeing in Leh and the surrounding area.

4. Day 4

   Activities

   1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
   2. Tent
   3. Trekking

   Leh to Hinju (3430 m) 7 hrs

   First day of the trek.

5. Day 5

   Activities

   1. Tent
   2. Trekking

   Hinju to base of Konze La (4900 m) 4/5 hrs

   Trek from Hinju to base of Konze La.

6. Day 6

   Activities

   1. Tent
   2. Trekking

   Base of Konze La to Sumdo Chenmo (4300 m) 4/5 hrs

   Trek from base of Konze La to Sumdo Chenmo.

7. Day 7

   Activities

   1. Tent
   2. Trekking

   Sumdo Chenmo to Lanak (3900 m) 5/6 hrs

   Trek from Sumdo Chenmo to Lanak.

8. Day 8

   Activities

   1. Tent
   2. Trekking

   Lanak to Chilling (3250 m) over Dungduchun La (4700 m) 6/7 hrs

   Trek from Lanak to Chilling.

9. Day 9

   Activities

   1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
   2. Hotel

   Drive to Leh (3500 m) 2/3 hrs

   Drive back to Leh for a well earned rest.

10. Day 10

    Activities

    1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
    2. Plane
    3. Hotel

    Leh to Delhi

    Fly from Leh to Delhi.

11. Day 11

    Activities

    1. Taxi / Jeep / Bus
    2. Plane

    Depart India

    After breakfast transfer to the international airport in time for your flight home. Trip ends.

Our detailed trip dossiers include a full daily itinerary, information about trip prices, accommodation, booking, payment and general travel advice.

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The following is what we recommend you take, and is a guideline of what to bring. You are responsible to have the necessary personal equipment you need for this trek.

Walking boots. If you are buying new boots for this trip please ensure they are well broken in before hand. Few things will make you more miserable during the trek than blisters.

• Two pairs of thick socks and two pairs of thin socks.
• Two or Three cotton t-shirts to wear in the evenings.
• 2 pairs of lightweight trousers or pants, one for trekking and one to wear at night
• 1 pair of shorts.
• A good thermal (polypropylene) layer consisting of long johns and pullover.
• Two light weight fleeces or wool jumpers.
• A heavy fleece or down jacket.
• Rain and wind proof jacket and trousers.
• A warm sleeping bag, preferable 3/4 season\'s.
• A thermorest if you have one. We provide karrimats for all clients.
• A woolen hat to wear in the mornings and evenings.
• A sun hat with a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
• Sunglasses.
• Suncream at least factor 15.
• A pair of gloves.
• A camera.
• A book and/or writing paper.
• Underwear, we recommend you bring enough so you are comfortable at all times. Washing can be arranged in any of the large towns on your itinerary upon request.
• Duffel bag or large rucksack to carry to gear while trekking. We recommend you use something strong and sturdy, as this bag will be carried by a porter or packed on a mule or yak.
• Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry the gear you will need while trekking. Camera, spare jacket, waterproof jacket, water bottle, pack lunch etc.
• Water bottle.
• Small towel for washing.
• Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
• Toiletries, N.B as little as possible, if you are travelling with friends try to share toiletries.
• Headlamp or small torch with spare batteries

The following is a typical days trekking and most days on the route will follow this format. Ultimately different treks, locations and terrain may modify this format.

Wake up, sometimes at sunrise to enjoy the spectacular views the Himalaya offer in the early hours of the morning. After a filling cooked breakfast prepared by the expedition cook we pack up all the equipment and get ready to leave.

After loading all the gear onto the mules we get moving. You need only carry a spare jacket, water bottle, sun cream, camera during the day. We walk at a pace that suits the group and stop regularly for photo opportunities and rests. We go at the pace of the slowest person in the group so don't worry about getting left behind.

At around midday we stop for lunch. The cooks, porters and mules will have gone ahead and by the time we reach the lunch spot lunch is almost ready. After a healthy and energizing lunch we get back on the trail again stopping off in villages and monasteries where possible. By mid afternoon we stop for the day.

We set up camp and then relax and enjoy watching the sun disappear below the mountain peaks. Meanwhile the cooks are busy preparing a three course meal prepared from fresh clean local produce. Enjoy the company of your guides and fellow trekkers late into the evening around a campfire. Head to bed for a good nights sleep to be ready to do it all again the next day.