This tour starts from DEHLI. You will be transferred to Delhi Airport to catch the domestic flight to LEH. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our Asia Senses representative. A transfer will be provided to the hotel for check in. The rest of day is free at leisure. You are free to take visit to surrounding areas and the local markets.

Overnight in Leh.

This day, visit some important monasteries in the area. Start with a visit to Shey Gompa, located some 15 kms from Leh. The monastery was built first in 1655 by the king of Ladakh, Deldan Namgyal, also known as Lhachen Palgyigon. It used to be the summer palace of the kings of Ladakh. Then head out to visit the 12m Shakyamuni Buddha statue inside the nearby Dresthang Gompa.

Our next site is Thiksey Gompa which is considered to be one of the most beautiful monasteries in Ladakh. Afterwards, head south to Hemis Monastery, located about 45 kms south of Leh. This monastery belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. It is one of the most famous and largest monasteries in Ladakh. After that, return to Leh.

Overnight at the hotel in Leh.

Today, drive to Khalsar Village via Khardung La, one of the highest motor-able roads in the world. It is at an altitude of 5,359 meters and is 39.7 km from Leh. It is a painful 3-hour drive up on a winding road, interrupted by minor landslides and avalanches from Leh to Khardung La.

On the way, make a stop to visit Samstanling Monastery, a popular monastery which showcases the traditional touch with shades of gold, red and white. It was founded 140 years back in 1841 by Lama Tsultim Nima. If time permits, stop to visit some surrounding villages.

Overnight at the hotel in Khalsar.

Today, drive to our first camp placed in HUNDER, an oasis amidst the cold desert. En route, pay a visit to Diskit Monastery, also known as Deskit Gompa or Diskit Gompa, which is the oldest and largest monastery in Nubra valley. The main and unique attraction of this monastery is a gigantic statue of Lord Buddha on the top of it.

Upon arrival at Hunder, if possible, you can enjoy the ride over the Bactrian Camel.

Overnight in Hunder.

After breakfast, we shall begin our trekking through an incredible valley to shepherd's huts positioned at Skarchen (3800 meters). The trail follows the river on a wide newly build road and continue along an impressive gorge, pass through the small villages of Dok Gongma, Dok Yokma and Wachan.

If you are not in a hurry to get to your camp at Skarchen, you can spend some time exploring the villages and share a few moments getting to know the locals. Our first day of trekking will last for 4 – 5 hrs. Overnight in camp

Today, we will trek to Brok Yogma (4200meters). Crossing through the tiny hamlets of Dokyogma, Wacham and Drokyogma where the locals live with their Yaks, cows, goats and sheep. You could see locals who are collecting milk, cheese, butter, wild vegetables and fuel for the winter. Tonight, we camp at Sniu Sumdo.

Today, we will trek up to the valley of Hunder and the base of Lasermo La which is set at 4800 meters elevation. The trail passes through large meadows gradually gaining altitude and is very well defined. Yaks and Dzos can be seen grazing around.

On reaching the base camp of the Lasermo La we get spectacular views of the Karakoram mountains and the Ladakh and Zanskar ranges. Overnight in camp

We start early in the morning as we will cross the Lasermo Pass at 5,420 meters and then trek down to Phyang La. On the top of Lasermo La pass, you can watch the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, the Indus valley and the Shyok Valley.

From the pass, the trail leads us through rough moraines for few hours before reaching the camp. Overnight stay at the camp (4500 meters of elevation).

Today, we will walk down through meadows, flowers, and sometimes rocks to Phyang valley where jeeps will be waiting to take us to Leh. Arrive at the hotel and have overnight stay.

Free at leisure until your driver come to pick up and transfer you to Leh Airport to catch your flight to Delhi. Your tour and service with Asia Senses ends here. If you need any assistance in regard to other India Tours, please feel free to contact us to get further suggestion for a India Tour Package.