This trek starts from the Nomadic
headquarter (Korzok village) near the Tsomoriri Lake around 240 Km. from
Leh. It heads towards south-east along the lake and then turns towards south
and walk along the Parangchu river. Crossing the Parang-la pass, walking on
the Glacier for 03 hours, you enter Spiti valley. The trek finishes at
Kibber village and then drives to Kaza the headquarter of Spiti.
The Journey begins Now!!!
Day
01 Arrive Delhi You arrive in Delhi by International flight. After
a traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you at the
airport and to your hotel
Enjoy a sightseeing of Old Delhi in the
morning.
(Including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the bazaars of
Chandni Chowk)
Old DelhiOld Delhi pulses with the
energy and colour, the hustle and bustle of thronged bazaars and is laced by
a maze of narrow lanes which twist and turn between tall, leaning houses
full of the sights, sounds and aromas of the Indian sub-continent. In Old
Delhi you will see the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops, and bazaars
(built by the Emperor Shah Jehan - the builder of Taj Mahal), the Jama
Masjid mosque with its tapering minarets and wonderful marble domes, Chandni
Chowk (Old Delhi's business nerve center), the hustle-bustle of everyday
Indian life all around you and chattering voices.
Enjoy a
sightseeing of New Delhi in the afternoon.
(Including the Qutub Minar,
Humayun's tomb and Lutyen's buildings)
New DelhiNew
Delhi stands in formal splendour, like a lone sentry guarding an outpost of
a long-gone empire. It is a city of wide boulevards, which offers
ever-changing perspectives of Lutyen's landscaped city. It is a city rich
with formal parks and you will see the magnificent Parliament Building and
the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India in
the 330 acres of land and designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens), once the
awe-inspiring residence of the British Viceroys and now the Presidential
Palace, India Gate (a majestic 42-mts high arch, built as a memorial to the
Indian Soldiers killed in World War I), Qutab Minar (the 72.5 mts high tower
dating back to 13th century and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic
Culture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 16th century and architecturally the
fore runner of the Taj Mahal, has Mughal Architecture at its graceful best).
Day
02: Delhi - Leh (By 9W-609) Dep 0540hrs / Arr 0655hrs Early morning
transfer to Domestic Airport to connect the flight for Leh, The main Centre
of Ladakh. With the inhabitants of 50,000, Leh is located in small valley
just the north of Indus valley. The tourists are advised to take complete
rest for the proper acclimatization to the high altitude atmosphere.
Later in the afternoon a walk around Leh town (3500mtr) includes a visit to
Leh Market, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh Gompa - This walk shall help
us in a getting acclimatize at this height. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Leh Today we proceed for an
Indus Valley monastery tour. We start with a visit to Shey, the ancient
capital of Ladakh. The monastery here has a huge gold-gilded statue of
Buddha Sakyamuni with a large silver lamp burning in front of the statue.
Then we visit Thiksey Gompa, an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on
a hill above the village. The monastery has a beautiful 30 m high gold-plate
statue of Maitreya Buddha, the Buddha of the future. Drive further to visit
the famous Hemis Gompa, founded in the 1630's by Stag-tsang-ras-pa under the
royal patronage of Sengge Namgyall. Hemis is one of the largest and richest
gompas of Ladakh. The two-day festival of monastic dance in June-July has
raised the reputation of Hemis particularly high. The festival is dedicated
to Guru Padmasambhava, popularly known as second Buddha and responsible for
spreading Buddhism in the Tibetan world. Later we visit the Stok Palace, the
Royal residence of the King of Stok & the Museum that has a rich
collection of Ancient Ladakhi artifacts including old Thangkas, precious
stones, arms and armory, the Queen' s necklace and the crown of the King of
Ladakh among others. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 04: Leh - Chumathang - Tsomoriri (240 Kms) Leave in the
morning and drive to Chumathang stop at Upshi for check point. Chumathang is
famous for medical hot spring and & people visit to this place for
medical bath. On the way visit Sumdah village and another 55 km. Drive will
take you to Tsomoriri. The Lake is breeding grounds for numerous species of
birds. Chief among them are the bar headed goose, found in great numbers,
crested grebe, the Brahmin duck (ruddy sheldrake) and the brown headed gull.
The Lake is 8 Km. Wide and 28 Km long. Overnight in tents.
Day 05: Korzok - Kyangdam 4595 M (05 hours) Today it is an easy
trek along the Lake towards southeast. The campsite is just at the end or
the Lake.
Day 06: Kyangdam - Skitpodangsa 4563 M
(04-05 hours) As soon as you leave Kyangdam, cross the river and
walk towards east through a plain ground. After 02 hours of walk you will
see a spring (Chumik Sharte), trek to the same direction leaving Nurboo
Sumdo campsite behind, and the Skitpodangsa is just across the river.
Overnight camp.
Day 07: Skitpodangsa - Getpabuzak
4600 M (05 hours) Today it is again an easy walk along the
Parangchu to the south. The campsite is just before the slopes. Overnight
camp.
Day 08: Getpabuzak - Tarangyokma 4731 M
(04- 05 hours) Trek towards the same direction passing through
several slopes. You reach the campsite after crossing the tributaries coming
from the east. Overnight camp.
Day 09:
Tarangyokma- Karsha Gompa (4900 M) or Parang La Base (Bubnen) 5089M 03-04
hours Today it is an easy walk. Walk to the same direction till a
huge rock from where you have to cross the river to the right. If you are in
a big group camp across the river, otherwise walk ahead to the base of
Parang La. Overnight camp.
Day 10: Tarangyokma - Takkarzong 4850 M Today you have to cross the
Parang-La pass through the glacier. Walk form right side of the glacier
(your left) through the foothill till the crevasses becomes very narrow or
finishes, and then walk towards south to the top of the pass. The pass has
prayer flags and an other side is dry and very steep down. The campsite is
near a huge rock with waterfalls from it. But in end of September and
October water dries up, therefore you have to carry water from the Parang
base.
Day 11: Takkarzong - Thagltak 4500 M (04-05
hours) Walk down to the river (It is also called Parangchu) and
walk towards east along the river through a narrow gorge. Thagltak is
reached after crossing the river and a steep ascent towards south. The
campsite is up the hill, which has spring water at the campsite.
Day 12: Thagltak - Kibber (03 hours) Walk towards east and you can
have the view of Kibber village just after a small pass across the river.
The walk from Kibber to Key takes around one and half hours. Overnight stay
at the camp.
Day 13: Kibber - Key Gompa - Kaza
3600m An early morning drive to Key gompa 8 km, which is situated
on a small hill. Drive to Kaza check in to hotel.
Day 14: Kaza Visit Dankhar monastery old capital of Spiti valley,
Tabo monastery built in 996 AD, known as Ajanta of Himalaya, Lalung
monastery and Kungri monastery in Pin valley. Evening drive back to Kaza.
Day 15: Kaza - Manali (1'950 mtrs ) An
early start for a spectacular jeep ride to Manali via the Kunzum la pass (
4'551 m ) and Rohtang la ( 3'978 m ) Passes. En-route magnificent view of
numerous peaks of C.B. ranges CB 13, CB 14 far at Kunzom La, Shigri Parbat,
Pinnacle, Kullu Pumori, White Sail, Bara Shigri Glacier (12 km long
glacier)at Upper Chandra valley. From Rohtang Gephang Goh, Hanuman Tibba. We
arrive in Manali about 6 pm after a long dusty day on the road.
Day 16: Manali S/S Breathe in the fresh mountain air of Manali, the
most famous hill resort in Himachal Pradesh. the pine covered slopes, the
panoramic mountain vistas, the gushing waters of the Beas river are sure to
enthrall you as you embark on a tour of Naggar Castle, Roerich's Art
gallery, Hadimba Devi Temple, Tibetan Monastery. Evening is at leisure.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 17: Manali - Delhi
(554 Km. / 12hrs approx.) After an early breakfast we drive back
to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi check-in the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 18: Delhi Breakfast at the hotel and rest of the day at
leisure to explore the destination on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 19: Delhi - Agra - Delhi (220 Kms.-04hrs - One way)- Optional Tour
After an early breakfast, we drive at 0730 hrs to Agra, the erstwhile
capital of India under the great Mughals and known for The Taj Mahal. It has
always fascinate Indians and foreigners alike. On the way we visit Sikandra
(Tomb of Emperor Akbar). At Agra after lunch (own lunch) We visit the
incredible architectural excellence of Taj Mahal, built by emperor Shah
Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next we visit Agra Fort.
Built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, the red
sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah
Jahan's time. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar, many more
additions were made by his grandsons. This massive fort is 2.5 kms long and
is considered as the predecessor of the Delhi Red Fort. After visiting the
fort we drive back to Delhi at 1700 hrs. Upon arrival in Delhi we will have
farewell Dinner and later we transfer you to the International airport.
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