A 12-day journey from Delhi into Ladakh’s cold-desert valleys, with five trekking days, village encounters and a crossing of Kongmaru La when conditions permit.
Travel through Sara and Markha towards Nimaling, with time in Leh before the trail begins. Plan with clear advice on altitude, seasonal access and the arrangements that matter.
The landscape shifts from villages and irrigated fields to open grazing country beneath the mountains. Whitewashed homes, mani walls and Buddhist landmarks give the walking days a strong sense of place, while Nimaling offers a striking change of scale above the valley.
This itinerary uses the Skiu approach and finishes towards Chokdo after Kongmaru La. It does not add the longer Spituk approach or a second high pass. Distances and walking hours depend on the current roadhead, river conditions and chosen camps; request the final stage plan before travel.
Kang Yatse forms part of the mountain backdrop, but climbing its summit is a separate expedition. Animals may be seen along the trail, without any promise of a wildlife sighting.
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Price on request. Dates, flights, sharing arrangements and the final itinerary are confirmed in your written proposal.
Four nights in Delhi, three in Leh and four on the trek form this advertised plan. The walking stages are Days 5–9. Sightseeing, camps and transfers may change around flight timings, access and the group’s readiness.
Meet the representative at Delhi Airport and transfer to your hotel. If arrival time permits, take a relaxed visit to India Gate or the Hanuman Temple. Finish with the included welcome dinner.
Overnight: Delhi hotel.
Visit Akshardham when open, then explore Janpath and Connaught Place. Sightseeing order is adjusted around opening days, traffic and your arrival schedule.
Overnight: Delhi hotel.
Transfer to the airport for the Delhi–Leh flight and continue to your hotel. Keep the day quiet after arrival at altitude. A short market stroll is optional only if you feel comfortable; sightseeing can wait.
Overnight: Leh hotel.
Continue resting and adapting to the altitude. A gentle visit towards Shanti Stupa may be considered with the local team, rather than a compulsory hike. This day is part of the acclimatisation schedule, not a fitness test.
Overnight: Leh hotel.
Drive towards the agreed Skiu roadhead and begin the walking stages through the Markha River valley. Set a steady pace and settle into the evening’s village stay or camp. Start only after the minimum acclimatisation period; timings may require extending the Leh stay.
Overnight: Sara.
Follow the valley through dry slopes, cultivated fields and village sections. Crossings and the exact trail depend on water levels. Arrive at Markha and enjoy the village setting with respect for residents’ privacy.
Overnight: Markha.
Continue towards the Hankar side of the valley and climb into more open mountain country. The higher overnight stop is approximately 4,300 m; the guide sets the pace and camp location around conditions.
Overnight: Thochungtsey.
Climb towards the high grazing plateau at approximately 4,700 m. Views towards Kang Yatse are a highlight when visibility permits. Prepare warm layers for camp and discuss the following day’s crossing with your guide.
Overnight: Nimaling.
Make an early start for the demanding ascent towards Kongmaru La, approximately 5,200 m. If conditions allow, cross the pass and descend through the gorge towards Chokdo. Meet the vehicle and return to Leh. Expect a long walking day; the guide may change or turn back from the objective.
Overnight: Leh hotel.
Visit Hemis and Thiksey monasteries as local access and opening times allow. Time for Leh Market or another stop can be discussed with the team. Keep the pace flexible after the trek.
Overnight: Leh hotel.
Transfer to Leh Airport for your return flight and continue to the Delhi hotel. Keep onward plans flexible because mountain flights can be delayed. The overnight stay gives you time before departure.
Overnight: Delhi hotel.
Enjoy a free morning if flight timing permits, then transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward journey.
Overnight: Departure.
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June to September is the usual planning window for the Markha Valley route. Snow around the pass, river levels and local access matter more than a calendar promise. Nights on the higher plateau can be cold even in summer.
Days 3 and 4 allow time in Leh before trekking. The Leh district advisory requires at least 48 hours of acclimatisation before higher-altitude travel. Arrival and departure times must allow that full period; the programme may need an extra day.
Tell the guide promptly if you feel unwell, and seek qualified medical advice about individual health concerns before travel. The team may delay, shorten or turn back from a stage.
Build endurance through regular walking and hill training. Ask about baggage transport, sleeping equipment and the group’s emergency arrangements before packing.
Follow your guide at river crossings and on exposed or snowy ground. Remain flexible when a crossing or pass is unsafe. Do not assume mobile reception or road access is available throughout the route.
Ask before photographing people, follow monastery guidance, keep camps tidy and carry rubbish back to the roadhead. Avoid washing in streams, disturbing wildlife or entering homes and cultivated fields without permission.
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This is a 12-day / 11-night Delhi-to-Delhi journey, with five trekking days from Skiu towards Chokdo. It also includes Delhi stays, flights to and from Leh, acclimatisation time and Ladakh sightseeing. A shorter Leh-based trip needs a separate quotation.
The planned trekking stages start around Skiu, continue through Sara, Markha and Thochungtsey to Nimaling, and cross Kongmaru La before descending towards Chokdo. Road transfers connect the walking route with Leh. The confirmed roadhead and camps depend on local access and conditions.
It is a demanding high-altitude trek, despite the moderate-to-difficult label often used for the route. Expect consecutive walking days, uneven ground, river-crossing sections and a long pass day. Prior multi-day trekking experience and strong hill-walking fitness are recommended.
Kongmaru La is the highest planned point at approximately 5,200 metres. Published measurements vary slightly. The pass is a trekking objective rather than a guaranteed crossing; weather, snow and the group’s progress determine the plan.
Days 3 and 4 are reserved for arrival, rest and gentle activity around Leh. Allow at least 48 hours after arriving in Leh before the higher-altitude journey, in line with the district advisory. Flight timings or individual readiness may require an extra day.
June to September is the usual summer planning window. Early or late snow, rain, river levels and road conditions can change access. Ask for a current route assessment before confirming dates; a seasonal window does not guarantee clear weather.
The advertised package includes Delhi–Leh–Delhi domestic flight tickets. Confirm flight dates, fare conditions and baggage allowance in your written quotation. International flights and other flights not listed are excluded.
The plan includes hotels in Delhi and Leh and camps or local homestays during the trek. Sara and Markha may use village accommodation; higher overnight stops generally require camping arrangements. Confirm the specific stays, sharing basis and sleeping equipment before booking.
The package includes applicable trekking permissions and Hemis National Park entry fees. Requirements can differ by route, nationality and current local rules. Our team confirms the necessary documents and arrangements before departure.
All meals during the trekking days are included, together with the Day 1 welcome dinner and hotel meals specified in your quotation. Tents and sleeping mats are listed; a sleeping bag is excluded unless expressly included. Ask for the complete meal and equipment list.
No. This route offers views of the Kang Yatse area but does not include climbing the peak. Wildlife sightings are incidental and never guaranteed; it is not a specialised snow leopard tracking expedition.
Send your dates, group size and trekking experience using the enquiry form. The listed minimum group size is four. Our team will confirm the route, flight arrangements, accommodation, current conditions and final quotation before a booking is agreed.
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