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Nubra Valley Trek

Starts from Leh
Total Duration

11 days

Avg. Activity

6 hrs/day

Trekking

5 days

Max. Altitude

Khardung La (5,602m)

Overview

This 10 days trip travels north to the Nubra Valley, also known as Ldumra (the valley of flowers), some 150kms north of Leh. Just about as far north as you can possibly go in India - on the ancient silk route connecting south and central Asia. This picturesque valley is incredibly remote, and only accessible by foot or by negotiating the highest motor able road in the world.

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  • Trek on the ancient Silk route through beautiful mountains trails.

  • Lasirmo La (5,350 metres), with amazing views of the Karakoram, Ladakh and Zanskar ranges

  • Khardung La (5,602 metres), the world's highest motor-able pass

  • The broad Nubra valley, criss-crossed by the winding channels of the Shyok and Nubra rivers

  • Visit Hemis monastery, the largest and richest monastery in Ladakh.

  • Visit Thiksey monastery and Shey Palace.

  • Stunning Diskit monastery on a hilltop overlooking the flood plains of Shyok river
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Nubra Valley Trek

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  • DAY 01

    Arrive at Leh

    Arrive at Leh (3,500m) by flight. The journey by air is an amazing experience as you fly over the imposing Himalayan range offering breathtaking views of the topography. A KVT representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is free for acclimatization and an evening stroll in the market area.

    Overnight in hotel
  • DAY 02

    Leh Sightseeing

    After breakfast we proceed for a sightseeing tour of Leh, visiting the Hemis Monastery - a Tibetan Buddhist monastery (gompa) of the Drukpa Lineage. The monastery holds the distinction of being the biggest as well as the wealthiest monastery of Ladakh. We then head towards Thiksey Monastery - located on top of a hill. This monastery resembles the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. Thiksey monastery houses a large statue of Buddha and this is one of the most frequently visited monasteries in Ladakh. After that we visit Shey Palace – a monastery known for its giant copper with gilded gold statue of a seated Shakyamuni Buddha. It is said to be the second largest such statue in Ladakh. We return back to the hotel and relax.

    Overnight in hotel
  • DAY 03

    Drive to Likir, En-route Alchi Monastery

    After breakfast we will drive to Likir (3 to 4hrs drive), en-route visiting Alchi Monastery, one of the oldest and famous monasteries of Ladakh, founded in 11th century and located on the bank of Indus river. Upon arrival at Likir we check-in to our camps. In the afternoon we visit the Likir Monastery. Founded in 1065 AD, the monastery belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism and has a 23 meter (75 ft.) gold-covered Buddha statue. (Trekking Time: 3– 4 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 04

    Drive to Umla, Trek to Taru (3700m/ 1st Day Trekking)

    This morning we drive from Likir to Umla village, the starting point of our trek. We follow the trail that goes towards a small pass (4150m) which offers beautiful view of the valley. Then the trail goes a steep descent towards our campsite at Taru village. (Trekking Time: 5 – 6 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 05

    2nd Day Trekking – Trek to Murbuk (3800m)

    This morning we drive from Likir to Phyang village, the starting point of our trek. Upon arrival we will visit the Phyang Monastery. Afterwards we continue our walk towards the village of Murabuk where we camp for the night. (Driving time: 1.5 - 2.5 hrs / Trekking Time: Approx. 3hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 06

    3rd Day Trekking – Trek to Pulu (4800m)

    This morning after breakfast we start a gradual climb that leads us to a stream which we will be crossing. After that we enter a gorge and climb for some 2hrs which will take us to our campsite at Lasermo La South Base. (Trekking Time: 5 – 6 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 07

    4th Day Trekking – Trek to Lasermo La North Base (4800m), en-route Lasermo La

    This day the trail goes a steep climb towards the pass of Lasermo La (5350m). We start with a gradual climb as the trail goes over the boulders and later with a steep ascent to reach the top of the pass Lasermo La. From the top we will be blessed with a stunning view of Karakoram mountain range. We then descend towards the base of the pass where we camp for the night. (Trekking Time: 5 – 6 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 08

    5th Day Trekking – Trek towards Hunder Dok (4100m)

    Today the trail is easy walk through meadows and sometimes over rocks, following the Hundar stream most of the time. On the way we pass through shepherd’s huts where the villagers of Hundar Dok live with their Yaks, sheep, cows and goats. We continue walking towards our beautiful campsite at Hunder Dok village.(Trekking Time: 5 – 6 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 09

    6th Day Trekking – Trek towards Hunder (3400m/ Trek ends)

    This morning after breakfast we head towards the village of Hundar.The trail moves further into the impressive gorge after crossing one wooden bridge. It is a gentle descent towards Skarchan at the left side of a river. Path continues for about two hours through this gorge and finally opens at the Hunder village with views of the sand dunes from the distance. We reach to our campsite and after some rest can walk around the cold desert. (Trekking Time: 4 – 5 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 10

    Drive to Leh, en-route Diskit and Khardung La

    After breakfast we drive towards Diskit Monastery - located on a hilltop, this is the oldest and largest monastery in Nubra valley and belongs to the Gelugpa sect (Yellow hat). Later we drive towards Leh, en-route crossing Khardung La (5602m) - the world’s highest motor-able pass. The drive is quite interesting loaded with breathtaking views of snow-peak mountains range. Upon arrival at Leh we check in to hotel and spend rest of the time relaxing. (Driving Time: 6 – 7 hrs) (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

    Overnight in camp
  • DAY 11

    Depart Leh

    Early morning we will be transferred to the airport for flight to the onward destination via Delhi.

    Trip Ends
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