The popular place in Nubra valley trekking is Shyok River which flows parallel to the Indus on the northern side of the Ladakh range. Nubra valley is also known as the gateway of the Siachen Glacier. It is very panoramic place that’s why it often referred to as the "Orchard of Ladakh". It lies bordered by the Karakoram Range and Pass in the North. In Ladakh the meaning of the Nubra valley is Ldumra, which means ‘the valley of flowers’. The valley situated in the north of Leh (the capital of Ladakh). Nubra valley has various attraction palaces. The main attraction in this area is Bactarian Camels (Shaggy double hump Camel) around sand dunes, Deskit & Samstanling monasteries and Khardung la Pass.
Trekking Highlights
Duration of Trip: 11 Days
Trekking Days: 07 Days
Type of Trek: Teahouse Lodge stay
Max. Altitude: 5600 mts
Grade of Trek: fairly challenging -strenuous
Main Attraction: Nubra Valley
Season: July to October
Nubra Valley Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi by International flight met our representative and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02: Delhi - Leh
Early morning transfer to Domestic Airport to connect the flight for Leh. Upon arrival at Leh Airport our representative would assist you at the Airport and transfer to Hotel.
Day 03: Leh - Shey - Thiksey - Hemis
On this day you will go a sightseeing trip to some ancient monasteries in this area.
Shey Gompa is about 15 kms from Leh. It used to be the summer palace of the kings of Ladakh. There are lots of Stupas and Gompas built around the palace. Shey palace was built by Deldan Namgyal in the beginning of 17'Th century AD. Main attraction in Shey is the 12m Shakyamuni Buddha statue inside the Dresthang Gompa.
Thiksey Gompa, close to Shey is about 17 kms from Leh. The monastery is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Ladakh and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
Hemis, about 45 kms south of Leh it is one of the most famous and largest monastery in Ladakh. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17'Th century. The setting is perfect with the monastery cradled in a lovely valley, surrounded by streams and fronted by long Mani walls / overnight stay at the guest house.
Day 04: Leh - Sabu Village (3480 mts)
After breakfast drive Sabu Village / overnight stay in village
Day 05: Sabu Village - Digar La Pass
After breakfast trek to cross Digar La (6000 mts) then descend down to Digar Village / overnight stay in village
Day 06: Digar Village - Agyam Village
In the morning trek to Agyam. The treks go through along the river Shyok. On arrival set out camp for overnight stay at Agyam village / overnight stay at village.
Day 07: Agyam village - Khalsar Village
In the morning you will trek up to khalsar village / overnight stay in village.
Day 08: Khalsar Village - Diskit
After breakfast trek to Sumur. Visit to Samtenling Gompa and continue trek to Diskit. Visit to 350 year old Diskit Gompa / overnight stay at Diskit.
Day 09: Diskit - Leh
In the morning drive back to Leh. Evening free to explore the local market / overnight stay at Hotel
Day 10: Leh – Delhi
Transfer to the Airport to catch the flight for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi we as assist you to check in at our Hotel. Later in the afternoon we depart for Delhi sightseeing that includes Humayun'Tomb, Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar.
Day 11: Delhi- Departure
Our tour concludes: Caper thank you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to the International airport for your onward travel to your next destination.
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Before to Trek
- Trekking classification
- Physical fitness
- High altitude sickness
- Trekking preparation
- Recommended gears
- Pre-booking information
- On the trekking trails
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