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Grade On these treks one is not required to trek for more than 5/6 hrs a day. Also the terrain is not too difficult. These treks are normally a week or so long. For these treks prior trekking experience is not necessary. Very rarely on these treks would one camp at altitudes higher than 3800m. These treks are great for first timers or for veterans wanting to go on a trail which is relatively less demanding.
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Total TrekkingLamayuru Alchi Trek reflects the indigenous colours of the lifestyle of Indo-Tibetans. It opens doors for witnessing the rich history of the region that can be witnessed in the scriptoriums and walls of ancient monasteries of Ladakh.
Off the Kargil-Leh road to Photu La ramp, a spiritual trail of Lamayuru Alchi cuts its way following the legendary caravan track exhibiting the rich and diverse landscape of the Sham Valley. The major highlights on this trek in Ladakh are the Lamayuru Monastery followed by Prinkti La at 3750m and the Alchi Monastery en route the isolated hamlets like Ursi, Mang Gyu and Gera. The difficult yet the most intriguing part of the Lamayuru Alchi Trek for the adventurists is the steep trail to Tar La at 5250m after crossing Ursi Village. Thus even after being one of the spiritual treks in the Ladakh region, which mainly attracts the Buddhist pilgrims, the trek passing through the windy and rugged terrain of Ladakh pulls in trekkers from different parts of the world. It allows explorers to witness the rich native culture.
The best for Lamayuru Alchi trek is between June and mid-October as the weather remains quite pleasant during this time. The average temperature ranges between 20 and 30°Cduring the day time. The month of July and August are ideal for the trek as during these months Manali-Leh and Srinagar-Leh highways also open for the private vehicles.
The Lamayuru Alchi Trek is situated in Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The two monasteries are located in between Bodhkharbu and Kha-la-che, on a steep rock mountain. They lie at a distance of approximately 127 km to the west of Leh town. Where Lamayuru Monastery belongs to the Red-Hat sect of Buddhism and refuges about 150 Buddhist monks, Alchi is a lowland monastery and is amongst the oldest Gompas in Ladakh. The two monasteries conserve rich history of Buddhist period here.
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Stay IncludedBoard the morning flight to reach Leh. Arrive at Leh and transfer to hotel/guest house and take a complete rest. This relaxation is essential for becoming accustomed to the climate. Overnight stay at the hotel/guesthouse.
Today, we shall drive to Lamayuru in the morning. En route, we shall witness some of the most popular and oldest monasteries of Ladakh. On arrival at Lamayuru, we will spend time exploring ancient monasteries.
Post breakfast we will take horse ride to Wanla. A steep route leads up to small mountain pass Prinkiti La (3750 meters) before the trail descends towards Shilla Village, which is at a distance of 3 kilometers from Wanla (3250 meters). We will set our camp up for a night here.
Today, we will follow the dusty road along to reach at a small village of Phenjilla (3410 m). From Phenjilla, we will walk on left side of the valley along a small stream for around an hour to reach at Ursi village. Overnight stay in the tent.
Our trek will be today a bit challenging as we have to ascend to Tar la (5250 m). The trail offers spectacular views from different points and the arduous trek is well rewarded with the views the mountains around. Return to the base camp might take around 3-4 hrs. Overnight stay in the base camp.
Today, we shall trek from Tar to Mang Gyu. The trail passes through mountainside to a small pass. An easy descent will lead us to Man Gyu village, where there are traditional Ladakhi houses and an ancient monastery. It is believed that the monasteries of the Mang Gyu and Alchi were built on the same day.
Our last day trek will be down a beautiful narrow valley covered with rosebushes. We shall walk to reach the village of Gera, where our vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Leh. En route we shall visit famous monasteries of Alchi and Likir. Overnight stay in the hotel at Leh.
Take the flight for Delhi in the morning.
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