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Adventure & Trekking Tour |
Duration: 10 Days (Delhi- Chandigarh - Manali-
Keylong- Sharchu- Leh- Delhi)
The
mountain tour of 10 days from
Delhi to
Chandigarh,
Manali,
Keylong,
Sharchu and
Leh is a
marvelous trip in, which travelers view, the panoramic mountains embracing
the picturesque valleys and how the snow covered hills are explored by
adventure treks.
Day 1: Arrive Chandigarh / Manali
En route, visit to the Palace and ancient Sikh temple. Arrive Manali. Check
in the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
2 / 3: Manali sightseeing
Morning tour to the Hadimba or Dhungiri temple, Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa,
Old Manali, Temple Of Manu, Rohtang Pass, Tibetan Temple and the Arjun Gufa.
Night stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Arrive Keylong
Travel to Keylong, the village amidst fields of barley and buckwheat and
the headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti district. Visit the Khardung Monastery,
the Bhaga River and the Shashur Monastery.
Day 5: Arrive Sharchu
Trek downhill to Sharchu, a small Newar town and visit the Vajra Jogini, a
beautiful temple nearby.
Day 6: Arrive Leh
Morning, drive to Leh. Check in the hotel and overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 7 / 8 / 9: Discover Leh
Day at leisure, so you could get used to altitude, evening - visit to
Market and Leh Palace. Next morning sightseeing tour of surrounding areas.
Overnight at hotel in Leh. The last day is to depart back to Delhi.
Day 10: Return to Delhi
Day free for shopping in Delhi. Evening transfer to International airport
for flight to onwards destinations.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Zanskar
Trekking |
Duration: 18 Days
Day 01 : Delhi - Chandigarh - Kullu - Manali

(2050
mts) (3 hrs by Train and 8 hrs Drive) New Delhi to Chandigarh by Shatabdi
and further transfer to Manali. Evening exploration of Manali mall road,
overnight at hotel.(Hotel B&B)
Manali is an important hill station of northern India and is the
destination of thousands of tourists every year. Its cool atmosphere
provides a perfect haven for the ones afflicted by the hot Indian summers.
The Kulluis in brightly patterned puttoos, Tibetan women wearing
ankle-length rainbow-striped pinafores, Nepali porters, Buddhist monks, and
even the odd party of Zanskaris, swathed in fusty woolen gonchas, muddled
together with souvenir-hunting Indian and Western tourists-all add up to the
welcoming hubbub of Manali.
Day 02: Manali (Local sight seeing)
Hadimba Temple: Manali has many attractions but the chief centre of
interest, historically and archeologically, is undoubtedly the DHOONGRI
TEMPLE dedicated to goddess Hadimba.
Manu Temple: 3 kms. from the main bazar in old Manali lies the
temple of MANU RISHI. It is believed that this is the only temple of Manu in
India, who was the creator of human race on the earth.
Tibetan Monasteries: There are 3 newly constructed colorful
monasteries, where visitors can buy carpets and other Tibetan handicrafts.
Two are located in the town and one at the left bank of Beas river.
Vashist Hot Water Springs And Temple (3 Kms): Vashist, a small village
located on the left bank of river Beas towards Rohtang pass is worth a
visit. It is renowned for its hot springs and temples. Nearby is the
pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashist Muni.
Day 03: Manali - Darcha
(3,300 mts.) (147 Kms/7-8 hrs drive) After breakfast drive to Darcha.
Across Rohtang Pass(3,980 mts.) which is the gateway to Lahual, Spiti, Pangi
& Zanskar Valleys. 8 hours drive through Lahual valley. Overnight at
Camp.
Day 04 : Darcha (Trek Starts) - Pa Lahmo
(3,450 mts.) 4 hrs After breakfast trek to Pa-Lahmo.o/n camp. Darcha is the
last village of Himachal Pradesh on the way to Leh. It is the starting point
of Darcha to Padam trek.
Day 05 : Pa Lahmo - Zanskar Sumdo
(3,600 mts.) 7 hrs After breakfast trek to Zanskar Sumdo. o/n camp.
Day 06 : Zanskar Sumdo - Chumik Nakpo
(4,060 mts.) 7 hrs Darcha After breakfast trek to Chhumik Nakpo. Walk
towards the stream flowing from Shingo-La. o/n camp.
Day 07 : Chumik Nakpo - Lakhang Over Shingo La
(4,060 mts.) 9 hrs After breakfast trek to Lakhang over the Shingo-La Pass.
Over night Camp.
Day 08 : Lakhang - Kargil
(4030 mts.) 6 hrs After breakfast trek to Kargiak. Over night Camp. Passing
beneath the face of the Gomborangoo, descent easily towards Kargiak on the
right bank. The first village of Zanskar Region.
Day 09 : Kargil - Purni
(3,700 mts.) 6 hrs After breakfast trek to Purni. O/n camp.
Day 10 : Purni - Phuktal - Purni

After
breakfast trek to Phuktal Monastery built under a huge cave and back to
camp. Over night Camp.
Phuktal Monastery, one of the most spectacular sights in Zanskar.
Phuktal belongs to the tradition of the Gelupas(yellow-Hat Monks).The
monastery is like a honeycomb, cut into a cock under a gignantic grotto, and
has 70 monks. in the caves over the monastery, there is a water hole whose
water level never receds, even after taking out any amount of water from
there. Water is said to have healing powers.
Day 11: Purni - Pipula
(3650 mts) 5 hrs After breakfast trek to Pipula. Over night Camp.
Day 12 : Warsangdo - Pishu
(3,600 mts.) 6 hrs After breakfast trek to Raru. Over night Camp.
Day 13 : Raru Padam
(3,500 mts.) (Trek Ends) 6 hrs After breakfast trek to Padam. Padam is a
Sub-divisional Head Quarter of Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir. Visit
Bardan Gompas, one of the oldest gompa in the region. trek ends here o/n
camp.
Once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Zanskar, Padum (3505 m) is the
present day administrative headquarters of the region. With a population of
nearly 2000, Padum can be described as the most populous settlement of
Zanskar, otherwise a very scarcely inhabited valley. Incidentally, it is
only in Padum that there is a community of Muslims constituting nearly half
the township's population, its origin in the area dating from mid 17th
century. Lately, Padum has become a famous as a major trekking base and a
popular tourist destination.
Day 14 : Padam - Kargil
(2704 mts.) 240 Kms/8 hrs Drive After breakfast drive to Kargil. Overnight
Hotel.
KARGIL (2704 m), 204 kms from Srinagar in the west and 234 kms from
Leh in the east, is the second largest urban centre of Ladakh and
headquarters of the district of same name. A quite town now, Kargil once
served as important trade and transit centre in the Pan-Asian trade network.
Numerous caravans carrying exotic merchandise comprising silk, brocade,
carpets, felts, tea, poppy, ivory etc. transited in the town on their way to
and from China, Tibet, Yarkand and Kashmir. The old bazaar displayed a
variety of Central Asian and Tibetan commodities even after the cessation of
the Central Asian trade in 1949 till these were exhausted about two decades
back. Similarly the ancient trade route passing through the township was
lined with several caravanserais.
Day 15 : Kargil - Leh
(3505 Mts) 234 Kms/8 hrs Drive After breakfast drive to Leh. Over night
Hotel.
Leh: Leh is the fascinating capital of the Autonomous Hill Council
of Ladakh, also known as Little Tibet. The important monasteries to visit in
and around Leh are Shey, Thiksey, Hemis, Spituk, Samkhar as well as the
Shanti Stupa, Stok Palace and main Bazaar. The Leh palace dominating the
town was the former home of the Namgyal Dynasty. The monastic festivals are
very popular and Hemis, Phyang and Lamayaro festivals in summer are visited
by lot of tourists who throng to see the Cham Dances.
Day 16 : Leh (Local sight seeing)
Fullday visit of Hemis/Shey and Thiksey monastery. Leave after breakfast
for fullday visit of Hemis/Shey and Thiksey monastery. Pack lunch will be
served. Overnight in Hotel.
Hemis the position of Hemis monastery lying in a small isolated
valley south of the Indus, belies its importance. As headquarters of the
Drukpa (Old Buddhist) order, it administers monasteries throughout the whole
Ladakh - from the Indus to the Zanskar valley and from the Markha to the
Sumdah valley. Hemis was established at the behest of Senge Namgyal in the
early 17th century and since than has enjoyed the patronage of the royal
family of Ladakh. It providesmonks as caretaker for royal monasteries at the
Basgo, Leh and Shey palaces.
Shey- the former palace of upper Ladakh before Leh was established,
this site commanded an important vantage over the Indus valley. Since 1834
however, after the royal family moved to Stokh, much of the palace and fort
fell into disrepair; even the marshland immediately below was once a clear
lake.
Thiksey - one of the most imposing monasteries in the Indus valley,
Thiksey was part of the original Delgupta order in the 15th century. The
monk's quarter's stretch right the way along the hillside beneath the main
assembly hall. The library at Thiksy is supposedly one of the finest in
Ladakh and a multi - denominations Gompa has recently been constructed -
proof indeed of the continuing vitality of Buddhism in Ladakh
Day 17 : Leh (Local sight seeing)
Leh Palace: The palace is a distinguished monument and a historical
building.The nine- storeyed palace was built by the 17th century illustrious
ruler of Ladakh Sengge Namgyal.
Jama Masjid: The historical mosque is situated in the heart of Leh
town. It was built in 1666-67 A.D.consequent to an agreement between the
Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and then ruler of Ladakh, Deldan Namgyal.
Spituk: The gompa stands prominently on the top of a hillock,8
Kms.from Leh,and commands a panaoramic view of the Indus Valley for
miles.Many icons of Buddha and five thankas are found in 15th century
monastery.There is also a collection of ancient masks,antique arms,and an
awe inspiring image of Mahakal.
Phyang: The monastery is situated 17 Kms.from Leh on the Leh-Kargil
road.It was built by Tashi Namgyal in the later half of the 16th century
A.D.and looks like a place from a distance.The gompa belongs to the Red Cap
sect of the Buddhists. Hundreds of icons of Budha are kept on wooden
shelves.
Day 18 : Leh - Delhi
In the morning fly back to Delhi.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Lamayuru
Padum Trekking |

North
of the Great Himalayan range, amongst a tangled knot of jagged mountains,
lies a rugged and fascinating land, the once independent kingdom of Zanskar.
Sandwiched between the Indus Valley and the main crest of the Indian
Himalaya, this remote and inaccessible setting, well guarded by snowy
mountain passes, has kept alive an archaic form of Tibetan Buddhism which
flourishes in chain of far-flung monasteries, most of which occupy
spectacular fortified locations, high on rocky ridges in isolated valleys.
Lovely high meadow camp sites and dry desert land, high passes and
snow-capped peaks stunning scenery, Buddhist monasteries and picturesque
villages with their irrigated fields of barley and potatoes, and fascinating
encounters with the Zanskari people turn a trek in this area into an
unforgettable experience
Day 01 Arrive Delhi,
where you will be met and transfered to your hotel. (Hotel B&B)
Day 02: Delhi - Leh (3500m)
by plane.
Day 03: Visit Leh
A whole day at leisure in Leh. You can visit some of the most famous and
oldest monasteries of Ladakh (15th and 17th century), Thikse, Shey and Hemis
and take a walk to the colorful bazaar. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 04: Leh - Kargil (3700m)
by bus.
Day 05 Kargil - Padum (3600m)
by bus.
Day 06 Padum - Karsha (3600m)
A pleasant walk through fields. On the way we will visit Pepiting monastery
and the Karsha Gompa--one of the most important in Zanskar and dating back
to the 15th century. We have beautiful panoramic vistas of the full
Himalayan range.
Day 07 Karsha - Pishu (3470m)
We progress along the Zanskar river
Day 08 Pishu - Hanumil (3380m)
An easy-going walk along the right bank of the river takes us to Rinam
village. We continue to the tiny hamlet of Hanumil.
Day 09 Hanumil - Purfi La (3950m) - Snertse (3850m)
Up and down over a steep path.
Day 10 Snerstse - Hanuma La (4950m) - Lingshet (4000m)
After a steep climb we reach the Purfi La pass, from where the panorama
towards the Ladakhi and Zanskari ranges is quite impressive. Visit of
Lingshet monastery.
Day 11 Lingshet - Camp before Singue La (4550m)
We start a long and gradual ascent to the Netuke La pass (4280m), where we
have a wonderful view towards the Nierag valley. The trail then descends
shortly to reach Skimpata and Gongma villages, then climbs steeply to reach
the second pass, Khyupa La (4300m).
Day 12 Camp before Singue La - Singue La (5050m) - Photoksar
(4200m)
An amazing spectacle of hanging icefalls. We descend towards the Photang
river and progress through barley fields.
Day 13 Photoksar - Sirsir La (4850m) - Hanupatta (3760m)

Photang
valley turns into a gorge labyrinth, which forces us to make a detour via
Sirsir La pass. Three shortens mark Hanupatta and its giant hundred-year-old
cedar, flanked by colorful prayer flags.
Day 14 Hanupatta - Wanla (3250m)
We head down towards the Photang valley and climb up to the Panjila
pass(3410m). We finally descend to Wanla and visit its tiny monastery.
Day 15 Wanla - Lamayuru (3420m)
Visit of the monastery at Lamayuru, which is the biggest in western Ladakh
and was built in the 16th century on the site of a much older temple. The
gompa is very well kept and famous for its many colorful wall paintings.
Day 16 Lamayuru - Leh (3500m)
by bus.
Day 17 Leh Delhi
by plane. (Hotel B&B)
Day 18 At leisure in Delhi.
Safety day for your international flight. (Hotel B&B)
Day 19 Transfer to airport
and fly back home.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Markha
Valley Trekking |

This
is one of the most popular and beautiful treks with an easy access. The
trail will, in many places, reveal the impact of the collision between the
Indian subcontinent and Eurasia, resulting in unique rock formations rife
with beautiful colors. The area is home to rare and endangered Himalayan
wild lives. This trek also provides an opportunity to glimpse traditional
villages and livelihoods of the Ladakhi people.
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi On arrival met at the airport and transfer to the hotel. O/N
stay at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Leh
Early morning transfer to Domestic Airport to connect the flight for Leh.
On arrival met at the airport and transfer to the hotel.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
acclimatized at this height. O/N stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Leh - Spituk to Zingchen (4-5 hours)
After an early start from Leh, we will travel by jeep to Spituk, where
horses will be waiting to carry our equipment. The trek will begin along an
old jeep road into a parched and exposed region, so water and sunscreen are
absolutely vital! After plodding through the shattered land for 3-hours, we
will enter the lush Zingchen Valley, where the Rumbak River flows into the
mighty Indus. Further into the valley lies our campsite, in the two-house
hamlet of Zingchen (meaning 'big field'). The rest of the day may be spent
relaxing, or even taking a dip in the stream.
Day 04: Zingchen to Ganda La base (3-4 hours)
Today we will enter Hemis National Park, where we may be fortunate enough
to get a glimpse of wild lives as diverse as the snow leopard, lynx, Ladakhi
Urial (a type of goat), arghali (great Tibetan sheep), blue sheep, red fox,
Tibetan wolf, dhole (wild dog), marmot and mountain hare. After paying the
entrance fee, we will climb gradually through a beautiful gorge that will
unveil the imposing Stok Range from time to time. Before reaching Rumbak, we
will stop at a teahouse run by women from the village. After a warm cup of
tea, we will continue through Rumbak, and pass by the house of Yurutse
village, before reaching camp at the base of Ganda La (4545m). From our
campsite, we can see a spectacular view of Stok Kangri and the whole of the
Stok range.
Day 05: Ganda La base to Skiu via Gandala 4900 m (6-7 hours)
After a light breakfast, we will begin our 2-hr ascend to Ganda La; views
of the lofty Zanskar and Stok Ranges will leave you breathless. The usual
chorten and prayer flags mark the top of the pass, where one may see blue
sheep and marmots roaming the hills. After a short rest, we will make a
gradual hour-long descent to Shingo and break for lunch. We will finish the
day by hiking through a spectacular gorge before pitching camp at Skiu
(3300m). Within this idyllic village lies an old monastery and ruins of an
old castle (once a rest stop for the Royal family on their way to Srinagar).
Day 06: Skiu to Markha (7-8 hours)
The Markha valley trail continues past old stone-mills, a ruined castle and
the auspicious monastery of Techa, which is proudly perched on a towering
cliff that looms above Markha, well worth visiting if we have the energy!
The path then intersects the river several times before cutting through the
last hamlets in the valley. After leaving the village of Umlung, we will be
afforded our first view of Kang Yatse (6400m), which will stay in sight
until we cross Kongmaru La. After we break for lunch in the village of
Hangkar (the last in the valley), we will press onward to the lovely green
pasture of Thachungste, where we will camp.
Day 08: Thachungtse to Nimaling (4 hours)
Today the trail will lead us up to the beautiful plateau of Nimaling, where
the people of the Markha Valley brings their herds to graze during the
summer months. At 4700m, Nimaling is the highest camp on the trek, giving us
spectacular views of Kang Yatse to the right, the Zangskar Range and the
Markha Valley below.
Day 09: Nimaling to Shangsumdo via Kongmarula 5200 m (7
hours)
After a hearty breakfast, we will cross Kongmaru La, the highest pass on
the trek. Here we have a wonderful view of the surrounding mountains and
valleys. The 2-hour descend is quite steep, but will gradually level as we
enter Shang Gorge, with its strange and otherworldly rock formations. More
river crossings bar our way before we arrive at the sour-spring of Chuskurmo
(used in traditional medicine by the Amchi doctors). After a break, we will
pass through a couple of villages before reaching Shang Sumdo, where we will
spend our last evening together. Enjoying the camaraderie and an excellent
beer!
Day 10: Shangsumdo to Leh via Martselang (2 hours trek, 1
hour drive)
Our spirits lifted by a successful trek, we will enjoy a pleasant 2-hr walk
along a jeep road to Martselang, where the jeep will pick us up for Leh.
Upon arrival we check in at our pre arranged hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11: Leh Sightseeing
Proceed for 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-plated statue of Maitreya Buddha, the Buddha of the future. Drive
further to visit the famous Hemis Gompa, founded in 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 artefacts including
old Thangkas, precious stones, arms and armoury, the Queen's necklace and
the crown of the King of Ladakh among others. Overnight stay at the hotel in
Leh. (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 12: Leh - Delhi

Transfer
to the Airport to catch the flight for Delhi. Upon arrival met at the
airport and transfer to the hotel.In the afternoon sightseing tour of
delhi.O/N stay at hotel.
Day 13: 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 fascinated 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. Finally we
will have farewell dinner and later we transfer you to the International
airport. (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 14: Depart Delhi
Transfer to the airport time to catch flight for onward destinations.
| Special
Interest Tours |
West
Sikkim Trek |
(18 Days / 18 Nights)

The
region of Sikkim in the north-east of India evokes visions of the last
Shangrila on earth. Cut off from the main stream of life for centuries. It
has enabled the state to preserve its rich cultural and natural heritage
from the impacts of modern civilization. This tour takes to Gangtok, the
capital city of Sikkim from where one can get the first view of the mighty
Kanchen D Junga mountain, the third highest peak in the world at 8444 mtrs.
In Sikkim we visit monasteries, handicraft emporiums
Day 1 : Delhi
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest day at leisure. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 2 : Delhi/ Bagdogra/ Gangtok
In time transfer to airport to board flight for Bagdogra. Arrive and drive
to the capital of Sikkim-Gangtok. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Gangtok
Morning visit of Rumbek monastery. Afternoon free for own activities.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 : Gangtok / Yuksom
Norning After breakfast drive to Yuksom. Enroute hot lunch at local
restaurant. Late afternoon arrive Yuksom and check into hotel. Dinner and
overnight at hotel.
Day 5 : Yuksom / Tshoka
Breakfast at hotel. Start trek (7/8 hrs) to Tshoka. Enroute hot lunch. Late
afternoon arrive and camp near Rest House. Dinner and overnight at camp.
Day 6 : Tshoka/ DZongri
Breakfast at camp. Start trek (5 hrs) to D'Zongri. Hot lunch enroute.
Afternoon arrive D Zongri and camp overnight stay.
Day 7 : D'Zongri Chorithang D'Zongri
Day return trek (7 hrs) to Chorithang with packed lunch. Evening back to
D'Zongri. Dinner and overnight at camp.?
Day 8 : D' Zongri Thansing
After breakfast trek to Thansing (4-5 hrs).Arrive and lunch. Evening free
under the shadow of Mr. Pandim. Overnight in tents.
Day 9 : Thansing Samiti lake
Breakfast at Camp. Trek to Samiti (3-4 hrs.) arrive and hot lunch. After
lunch free. Overnight at Camp.
Day 10 : Samiti Goechcala Thansing
After an early breakfast trek to Goechala pass. Arrive and explore the
area. After packed lunch trek back to Thansing. Arrive and camp for
overnight stay.
Day 11 : Thansing Tshoka
Trek back to Tshoka by the another way. Arrive and camp. Meals and
overnight at camp.
Day 12 : Yoksum Phemayangtse
- Breakfast at Camp. Drive to Phemayangte. Afternoon arrive and check in
hotel. After lunch explore the area. Meals and overnight at hotel.
Day 13 : Phemayangtse Darjeeling

After
breakfast drive to Darjeeling. Arrive and lunch. Supper and overnight at
hotel.
Day 14 : In Darjeeling
day free for your own activities. Overnight at hotel. (full board
included).
Day 15 : Darjeeling-Bagdogra-Delhi
- Morning drive to Bagdogra airport. Fly to Delhi. Arrive and transfer to
hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 : Delhi
Day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17 : Delhi/Agra Delhi
- Day trip to Agra by Shatabdi Express (dep. 0615/arr. 0830. Sightseeing of
Taj Mahal and Agra fort. After lunch visit Fathepur Sikiri. Evening transfer
to railway station to board train (dep. 2015/2230). Arrive and transfer to
hotel for overnight stay.
Day 18 : Delhi-out
In time transfer to Intl airport to board flight for onwards destination.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Hampta
Pass Trek |
(12 Days / 11 Nights)

This
is a moderate trek with a scope for varying the duration to suit ones time.
It is taxing but not impossible to reach Hamta pass, the highedt point of
the trek. The attractions on this trek are many: Naggar the Russian painter,
poet and philoshopher Nicholas Roerich lived here many years. The small art
galan enchanting village with a magestic little Castle, The Castle, now a
hertage hotel also housing a museum, a pass Hamta and Barlachala crossing
with a great view of legendery lake Chander Tal.
Day 1 : Manali to Hamta village
Morning drive to Naggar. On arrival start trek to Hampta village. Arrive
and overnight at camp.
Day 2 : Hamta to Chhika (3000 m)
Start trek to Chhika which is situated on a grassy bank slopping down from
the cliffs, it is an ideal location for the end of the day-march. Arrive and
overnight at camp.
Day 3 : Chhika to Balu Paddar (3800 m)
Morning trek to Balu Paddar. The impressive grandeur of immediate
surroundings, the nearness of Tokru Shakru peaks, the wonderful coloring of
the rocks and mountain side mark the trek. Arrive and overnight at camp.
Day 4 : Balu Paddar to Hamta Pass
Morning trek to base of Hamta Pass at a height of 4270 m, get a close view
of Deo Tibba & Indrasan. Afternoon arrive and camp for overnight.
Day 5 : Hamta Pass to Chhatru
Early morning cross the Hamta PassStay some time at the pass for good view.
Arrive Chhatru and visit the Chandra Valley. Overnight at camp.
Day 6 : Chhatru To Chhota Dara (3740 m)
After a leisurely breakfast walk through this rugged valley.Afternoon
arrive campsite at Chhota Dhara. Overnight at camp.
Day 7 : Chota Dara to Batal (3960 m)
Morning trek to Batal which is situated at the foot of Kunzum Pass, which
provides the main approach to Spiti from Lahaul. Arive and camp near the
river.Overnight at camp.
Day 8 : Batal to Chandertal (4270 m)
Morning trek to Chandertal or Lake Of Moon is of exquisite beauty. It is
set on large meadows of alwaiss between a lower ridge and the main Kunzum
range with an outlet into Chandra River. Arive and camp near the lake.
Overnight at camp.
Day 9 : Chandertal to Topko Yogma (4320 m)
Morning start trek to Topkogongma. After crossing the tream you will be ta
beautiful campsite. Camp for overnight stay.
Day 10 : Topko Yogma to Topko Gogma (4640 m)
After breakfast cross Topkoyongma river to reach campsite at Topkoyongma.
Arrive and camp near small stream. Overnight at camp.
Day 11 : Topko-Gogma to Baralacha-La (4908 m)
Today trail takes us through high country streams with myriad streams
flowing through green meadows. Ahead lies 4908 m high Baralacha-La camp near
a beautiful emerald lake Suraj Tal, source of River Bhaga. Overnight at
camp.
Day 12 : Baralacha-La to Darcha/ Manali
After breakfast drive to Manali over the Rohtang pass. Late afternoon arive
and check into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Sources
of Ganges Trek |
(10 Days / 9 Nights)

The
Ganges, the holiest of the holi rivers claimed by Hindus over the years,
springs from an expense of ice measuring, the Gangotri glacier, the mouth of
glacier Gomukh. This is the source of river Bhagirathi, which joins with
Alaknanda to form the Ganges at Devprayag. From Devprayag, the river flows
2, 480 kms to the Bay of Bangal.
Day 1 : Delhi - Rishikesh
Early morning ( 6.55 am By Shatabdi express train, 4 hr) departure Delhi to
Haridwar by train and on arrival transfer to Rishikesh. On arrival check in
deluxe River beach camp on the banks of River Ganges. Rest day at leisure.
Overnight.
Day 2 : Rishikesh - Uttarkashi
Drive to Uttarkashi (5 hrs) and on arrival check in hotel. Meet your
mountain guide and get the briefing on the trek. Spend the evening in the
town. One can also visit the famous Nehru Institute of mountaineering which
has produced various Everest climbers. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Uttarkashi - Harsil
After breakfast drive (3 hrs) to Harsil and on arrival check in guest
house. Spend the day in one of the most scenic spots on the whole route.
Located at a height of over 9000 ft in the Bhagirathi valley it gives you a
great opportunity to acclimatized as well spend some time in one of the most
beautiful valley in the world. Overnight at Tourist Bungalow or camp.
Day 4 : Harsil - Gangotri - Bhojbasa
Drive in the morning to Gangotri ( 20 kms ) and then start with trekking
(14 kms). Arrive Bhojbasa by afternoon, where one can stay in a guest house
or camp. Overnight.
Day 5 : Bhojbasa - Gaumukh - Tapovan
Morning start first 3 kms trek to Gaumukh (The source of Ganges) and then
traverse the Gangotri Galcier to reach Tapovan by afternoon. Oovernight at
camp.
Day 6 : Tapovan
Full day free in Tapovan or trek around. Overnight in camp.
Day 7 : Tapovan - Bhojbasa.
Trek back to Bhojbasa and overnight again in guest house / camp.
Day 8 : Bhojbasa - Gangotri - Harsil
Trek back to Gangotri and then drive back to Harsil in nice surroundings in
Bhagirathi valley and relax after a great trek. Overnight at camp.
Day 9 : Harsil - Rishikesh
Drive back to Rishikesh. Lunch at Uttarkashi or Chamba. Arrive in Rishikesh
and again check in river beach camp. Overnight.
Day 10 : Rishikesh - Delhi
Early morning drive (5 hrs)to Delhi. Arrive and check into hotel.
Overnight.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Spiti
Valley Trek |
(21 Days / 20 Nights)

Pin
Parvati is a picturesque valley with forested mountainside sloping down from
ridgeside. Manikaran is the famous for Sikh Gurudwara and hot water springs.
Pin Parvati, Lahaul and Spiti- the tribal districts of Himachal Pradesh,
which unfolded for foreign tourist from 1992 consists of Hangrang, Pooh,
Morang, Kalpa and Sangla. According to the 1991 census the population is
70,931.
Day 1 : ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meeting & assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 : Delhi - Mandi
Transfer to the railway station for Shatabdi Express Train to Chandigarh
and then drive to Mandi (189km). Referred to as the gateway of Kullu Valley,
Mandi is situated at the confluence of the Beas with a small rain fed
tributary. Once the capital of the princely state of Mandi, the small but
busy market located in a sunken garden in the centre of town functioned as a
vital link between the hill communities. The market still remains very
interesting. There are many temples with beautiful stone carvings all round
the town. Overnight in Tourist lodge.
Day 3 : Mandi - Manikaran
After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Manikaran (75km) where we meet our
trek crew. Overnight in camp.
Day 4 : Manikaran - Pulga
Begin trek to Pulga(2715m). Follow the left bank of the Parvati river and
through a lovely valley wooded with deodar, oak and rhododendron trees. Camp
is in a meadow with a good view of the village and snow capped peaks ahead.
( 5 hrs).
Day 5 : Pulga - Khiranga (3260m)
The trail climbs up through a forest and traversing some rock and cliff to
camp in a large meadow with a little temple and a wonderful hot spring. - 5
hrs
Day 6 : Khirganga - Tunda Bhoj (3285m)
Continue climbing through a lovely forest with meadows carpeted with wild
flowers. Camp is again in a meadow near a roaring stream with waterfalls
cascading down sheer rock faces. (6.5hrs).
Day 7 : Tunda Bhoj - Pandu Bridge (3741m)
As we get above the tree line, the terrain changes to rock and morraine.
Camp is by the river close to a Gaddi shelter. (6.5 hrs).
Day 8 : Pandu Bridge
Rest day or one more day for trek. Overnight at camp.
Day 9 : Pandu Bridge - Mantalai (4074m)
We cross the Pandu rock bridge after which the valley widens. Cross some
streams and then on morraine and scree to camp by a rock cave or we can
continue further for another 2hrs to Mantalai. Arrive and overnight at camp.
Day 10 : Mantalai - Base of Pin Parvati Pass (4450m)
Ascend a steep snow gully which offers excellent views of the surrounding
mountains, lakes and glaciers. Continue to the base of the pass. (7 hrs).
Overnight at camp.
Day 11 : Base Over to Base of Pin Parvati Pass (4802m)
Make an early start for the Pin Parvati Pass. The climb itself is not very
difficult but the snow makes the going slow. The pass offers spectacular
views of the Pin valley and mountains on both sides of the pass. Camp is a
little further down after crossing the pass or we can continue a little
further down near the Pin river. Overnight at camp.
Day 12 : Base - Pin Parvati River bank Camp side
A fairly long day of walking on scree and morraine crossing several streams
to camp in a meadow by the river. Meals and overnight at camp.
Day 13 : Camp-Mudgaon (3900m)
Crossing the river early, the terrain changes as we walk in a wide open
valley with streams and colorful landscape to the village of Mudgaon. Camp
near the village in the meadows.
Day 14 : Mudgaon Gulling
After an early breakfast cross the Pin river on a rope bridge and continue
along a fairly undulating trail to Theling, a small village. Cross the river
and continue to camp at Gulling where camp is near the Gompa. Visit to
Gompa. Overnight at camp.
Day 15 : Gulling - Tabo
After breakfast drive to Tabo. The Choskhor Gompa is the oldest living
Buddhist institution in the whole region, founded in 996 and laid out in the
form of a Mandala round the central assembly hall. There are 60 lamas in
residence, a good collection of scriptures and above all wonderfully
colourful frescoes, some as old as the monastery itself.Meals and overnight
at camp.
Day 16 : Tabo - Kaza

Drive
to Kaza visiting the emblematic Ki monastery on its conical hill. Arrive
Kaza and camp near the rest house. Overnight at camp.
Day 17 : Kaza - Manali
Morning visit to the local houses and town. Drive on the spectacular road
through the western Spiti panorama across the Kunzum La, haul up to the
Rohthang Pass before driving down to Manali. Arive Manali and check into
hotel for overnight.
Day 18 : Manali
Day at leisure or explore the Manali. Overnight at hotel.
Day 19 : Manali - Chandigarh
Drive down through hill country to Chandigarh the city of Le Corbusier.
Overnight in a simple hotel.
Day 20 : Chandigarh - Delhi
Morning transfer to Railway station to board Shatabdi Express for Delhi. On
arrival in Delhi we will repair to a top hotel to live it up and enjoy a
Farewell Meal together. Overnight in hotel.
Day 21 : Delhi/Out
Transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for check-in and
departure,. END OF TOUR
| Special
Interest Tours |
Tsomoriri
To Khiber Trek |
(16 Days / 15 Nights)

The
high altitude lakes set likes sapphires in the otherwise dry, barren
landscapes are the two beautiful high-altitude lakes of Tso Morir and
Pangong, a home of many birds and animals, flora and fauna. There is full of
trails that connect remote villages spread across ancient trade routes, and
there is no better way to absorb this fascinating land and its culture than
to trek through it with a view of the Mountains, snow-capped peaks and
fortress like monasteries etc.
Day 1 : ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meeting & assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 : Delhi-Leh
Early morning transfer to airport to board flight for Leh.Arrive at Leh
within one hr. Transfer to hotel on arrival. Full day complete rest to
acclimatize to the high altitude of Ladakh. In The evening walk to Leh
bazaar. Overnight at Leh.
Day 3 : In Leh
This morning we go for a sightseeing of Leh, the capitol of Ladkh.
Afternoon at leisure or get prepared for theh trek. Overnight at Leh.
Day 4 : Leh- Tsomoriri
Drive to Tsomoriri (6 hrs)in the early morning if you wish to spend maximum
time before the trek. Breakfast can be done at Upshi in this case. Arrive
Tsomoriri; explore the Lake and the area. Overnight camp.
Day 5 : Korzok Kyangdam (4595 M)
Today it is an easy trek(5 hrs) along the Lake towards southeast. The
campsite is just at the other end of the Lake.
Day 6 : Kyangdam Skitpodangsa (4563 m)
After breakfast start trek (5 hrs). 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 7 : Skitpodangsa Getpabuzak (4600 M)
Today it is again an easy walk (5 hrs) along the Parangchu to the south.
The campsite is just before the slopes. Overnight camp.
Day 8 : Getpabuzak Tarangyokma (4731 M)
Trek (5/6 hrs) towards the same direction passing through several slopes.
You reach the campsite after crossing the tributaries coming from the east.
Overnight camp.
Day 9 : Tarangyokma Karsha Gompa (4900 M)
Trek towards the Parang La base (Bubnen) (5089 M) 03-04 Hrs: 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.
Overnight at camp.
Day 11 : Takkarzong Thagltak (4500 M)
Walk (4/5 hrs) down to the river (It is also called Parangchu) and walk
towards east along the river through a narrow gorge. The 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. Overnight at camp.
Day 12 : Thagltak Kibber

Trek
to Kibber 03 Hrs: 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 at camp.
Day 13 : Kibber - Manali
Drive from Kibber/Key to Manali. Overnight hotel at Manali.
Day 14 : In Manali
Full day sightseeing of Manali. Overnight hotel at Manali
Day 15 : Manali-Kullu-Delhi
Transfer to Kullu airport for flight to Delhi.
Day 16 : Delhi-Out
In time transfer to International airport to board flight for onwards
destinations.
| Special
Interest Tours |
Valley
of Flower Trek |
(8 Days / 7 Nights)
In 1931 Frank Smyth, an English botanist & mountaineer discovered "Valley
of Flowers" while coming back after the successful expedition of Mt.
Kamet. Local people knew about this place from many years but it was Frank
Smyth who wrote book by the name of "Valley of Flowers" and made
this place famous worldwide. He came back to Valley of Flowers in 1937 and
stayed here from May to September to find the different type of flowers.
Day 1 : Delhi - Rishikesh

Morning
transfer to New Delhi Railway station to connect train Shatabdi Express
train for Haridwar (4 hrs). On arrival pickup and leave (1/2 hrs) for
Rishikesh. Check in hotel. Evening visit around and attend Ganga Aarti at
Swarg Ashram. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 : Rishikesh - Joshimath
After early breakfast leave for Joshimath ((255 kms, 7/8 hrs drive).
Enroute stop in Devprayag to witness the confluence of river Alaknanda and
Bhagirathi to form holy river Ganges. Proceed further. Enroute lunch at
Srinagar. Arrive Joshimath by evening. On arrival check in Tourist Bungalow
for overnight stay.
Day 3 : Joshimath - Govindghat - Ghangaria
After an early breakfast leave for Govindghat (20 kms drive) by road with
packed lunch. On arrival start trek (14 kms)to Ghangaria. Arrive Ghangaria
late in the afternoon. On arrival check in Tourist Bungalow. Overnight
Day 4 : Ghangaria - Valley of Flowers - Ghangaria
After breakfast leave for valley of flowers (6 kms-up/down) with pack
lunch. Enjoy the beauty of rare high Himalayan flora at its best. The valley
is at a height of 3342 mts to 3658 mts and is declared a national park for
very rare high Himalayan flora. Return back to Ghangaria. Overnight at
Tourist Bungalow.
Day 5 : Ghangaria - Hemkund Sahib - Ghangaria
After breakfast leave with packed lunch for Hemkund Sahib (8 kms trek
up/down), a Sikh religious place, on the banks of Hemkund Lake at a height
of 4320 mts. This trek is gradual ascent on the cobbled path from the
altitude of 3049 mts to 4320 mts in just 5 kms. Return to Ghangaria by
evening. Overnight at Tourist Bungalow.
Day 6 : Ghangaria - Govindghat - Badrinath
After breakfast trek down to Govindghat. On arrival drive to Badrinath by
car. On arrival check in hotel. After lunch visit the main temple of Lord
Vishnu. Also visit Mana Village, last village on Indian side to Tibet
border. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 : Badrinath - Rishikesh.
Early morning leave for Rishikesh (300 kms / 9 - 10 hrs) on the full day
drive. Lunch enroute at Srinagar. Arrive Rishikesh by evening. On arrival
check n hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 : Rishikesh - Delhi
Morning after breakfast leave (224 kms / 5 - 6 hrs) for Haridwar. Visit
around. After lunch drive to Delhi. Arrive and check into hotel for
overnight stay.