Plan Himalayas- Trekking & Hiking

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4 night escape, panoramic hiking Spituk, Stok and the top of Leh!

6 days 6 nights

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Dates 2006
August

Price
please contact us for rates; this tour has very low demand and so price will depend on season and availability. per person, double occupancy.

Level
Intermediate

Additional Equipment
None required; we send a suggested packing list that includes walking poles and footwear info.

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STOK LA TREK
One of the most varied and beautiful treks in the world. It ventures high into the Himalayas , through narrow valleys and vast expanses, along trails by elaborate chortens and many walls, rewarded by views of jagged snow-capped peaks.

Stay in the charming village of Stok just at the feet of the Indus river. The hiking is from 2-4 hours per day leaving time to explore the charming villages you will pass. You will even climb to the Stok la- a spectacular pass between the peaks of Stok Kangri.

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ITINERARY

Day 1 l Arrival in Leh
If you arrive by plane or road; Receive a brief orientation & welcome cocktail, and then a free evening to enjoy Leh village including dinner and lodging in a very comfortable and charming ladakh style guest house.

Day 2 l Acclimitising day
We acclimitise to the new height of Leh - 12,000 ft approx, following a scenic walking path to Leh Villages and a small hike to Shanti Stupa.Evening we pack for the next days trek.

Day 3 l Leh-Spituk- Zingchen
Morning departure by jeep to the village of Spituk, which lies immediately south of Leh, on the opposite side of the Indus valley. You can make a quick visit to Spituk gompa. Later drop at the trekking point near the wodden bridge and start trek to Zingchen. Meet your trekking crew and start trek about 5 hrs. to Zingchen (3410 m). Dinner & overnight in tents.

Day 4 l Zingchen- Rumbak (5 hrs. Trek)
After an early breakfast, we make the our slow walk along the stream, after crossing the stream several time we reach Rumbak (3800 m) - the picturesque and agriculturally rich valley, with its beautifullly decorated houses, small temple and school. Camp overnight in tents at Yurutse.

Day 5 l Rumbak - Stok (5-6 hrs. Trek)
Morning after breakfast start our last day of trek to Stok village. The trail to ascend in the beginning towards east. The zig zag and steep trail takes you to Stok la (4800 m), cross the pass and walk down until you reach at river following from Stok Kangri & finally reach the charming Stok village, which offers panoramic view of the Indus valley. We camp for the night in a beautiful spot on the banks of the stream. Overnight in tents.

Day 6 l Stok – Leh (drive)
After a leisure breakfast we board our Jeeps for a short drive to Leh,
en route visit the Royal Stok Palace museum. Arrive Leh and check-in to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

DETAILS

Duration: 6 days / 6 nights

Dates: June to September 2006

Accommodation: 3 nights in charming guest house.

Hiking: easy to moderate hikes over well marked and maintained trails; no technical skills required. Terrain is moutainous and elevation requires good fitness.

Trip includes: 3 nights lodging,and breakfast , arrival orientation, welcome drink, route maps, suggested visits and full travel planning services. Price is per person based upon double occupancy, transportations to start of trek and others, trekking equipment and staffs, guide, helpers, tents, kitchen, all meal on trekking days and entrance fees etc.

Other Notes: triples and quads are occassionally available, please inquire at the time of booking.

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