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Manali – Kang La – Zanskar – Phirtse La Trek

Duration:

17 Nights / 18 Days

Destination:

Manali – Udaipur – Urgos – Tharang – Gumbah Nala – Kang La – Bardan – Padum – Mune Gompa – Purni – Tetha / Kuru – Jingchen – Phirtse La – Chumik Marpo – Khamerup

Introduction

The duration of trek is about 18 days. The best time to do this trek is from mid June to End of September. The journey begins at Manali where we drive through Rohtang. This trek gives you an opportunity to experience the beauty of the Himalayas with astonishing Nature. One can see the vivid culture of North India and is a full fun and adventure package. This tour is being crafted in such a way that a traveler should experience the legacy of cultural richness and the scenic beauty of the Himalayas in India so that his travelling to India should not only be a journey for him but an experience in itself.

Tour Highlights
  • Rohtang Pass, Miyar valley, Bardan Gompa
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Itinerary

Day 1

Manali – Udaipur

From here you will drive10 hrs to reach Udaipur. Enroute you will cross the Rohtang pass (3978 mts) and enter Lahaul. Overnight in Camp.

Day 2

Udaipur – Urgos (3250 Mts)

After breakfast we will drive to Urgos through a narrow valley with the view of dotted village of Miyar valley camp at Urgos. Overnight in tent.

Day 3

Urgos – Tharang

The trail to Tharang (3700 Mts) is dotted with flowers early in the season. This route is considered as one of the easiest paths, according to Himalayan standards. Overnight in tents. The whole trekking takes 4 to 5 hours.

Day 4

Tharang – Gumbah Nala

Have a tasty breakfast then follow your trekking guide to your next destination. He will take you though the lush green meadows. Your next camp will be at Gumbah Nala (3900 Mts). After 5-6 hours trekking you will reach there. This upper reach is renowned for the many flowers that dot the meadows in spring. Overnight in tents.

Day 5

Gumbah Nala – Base Camp

From Gumbah Nala you will enjoy a 5-6 hours easy ascent to Base Camp. Base camp which is located at a height of 4200 mts will give you a bird's eye view of the adjacent lush meadows. From here your trekking trail will become harder. Overnight in tents.

Day 6

Gumbah Nala – Base Camp

After having your breakfast you will trek up to the Miyar Glacier. Some part of this glacier is really tricky. But our expert professionals will leave no stone unturned to make your trekking comfortable and secure. The total journey will take you to 7-8 hrs. Night long stay.

Day 7

Glacier Camp – Kang La (5450 Mts) – Base Camp

Have breakfast in the twilight and start trekking. Today's trail is even more challenging. But your helping crew will take all precautions to ensure the safety of the team. After 7 to 8 hours trekking, you will descend down to the base camp. Overnight in tents.

Day 8

Glacier Camp II Below the Pass

Have breakfast in the twilight and start trekking. Today's trail is even more challenging. But your helping crew will take all precautions to ensure the safety of the team. After 7 to 8 hours trekking, you will descend down to the base camp. Overnight in tents.

Day 9

Over Kang La to High Camp on the other side

The trail to the pass is challenging and precautions need to be taken to ensure the safety of the team. Set camp at the first good camping site after the descend from the top of the pass

Day 10

Descend down to the campsite near Bardan

Trek into the Heart of Zanskar and camp close to the ancient and well-preserved Bardan Gompa.

Day 11

Bardan – Padum (Duration 3 hrs)

Optional visit to Padum overnight at Camp near Padum.

Day 12

Bardan – Mune Gompa

Trek back via Bardan to Campsite near Mune Gompa.

Day 13

Mune Gompa to Purni

Trek from Mune Gompa to Purni. Overnight at camp in Purni.

Day 14

Purni – Phuktal Gompa – Purni

Side trip to visit Phuktal Gompa and back to Purni. Overnight at camp in Purni.

Day 15

Purni – Tetha / Kuru

Today Trek down to Tetha / Kuru. Overnight at camp in Tetha / Kuru.

Day 16

Kuru – Jingchen – Phirtse La

Today trek from Kuru -Tangje and ascend to Jingchen below Phirtse La. Overnight at camp in Phirtse La.

Day 17

Phirtse La – Chumik Marpo

Over Phirtse La down to Chumik Marpo.

Day 18

Trek along Lingti River to Khamerup

Trek along Lingti River to Khamerup.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation for 09 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  • Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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