Whispers of Ladakh
Living Landscape of the High Mountains
Landscapes of Culture — Jhuley!
Ladakh, India
Group Size: 10 –12 people
Fitness: Moderate — high altitude, 3–5 hrs walking/day
Age group: No cap
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
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Saga Dawa Festival at Avalokiteshwara & Tserkarmo Monasteries
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3-day village trek: Likir → Yangthang → Hemis Shukpachan → Temisgam
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Introduction to traditional Ladakhi archery
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Cook a Ladakhi meal with a local family
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Immerse in rural culture, people, and high-altitude landscapes
Day 1: Arrive at Leh (3,500m)
Acclimatization, settle in, and a gentle orientation walk through the old bazaar.
Day 2: Leh City Exploration
Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fame Museum — stories etched in stone and prayer.
Day 3: Enter Village Life — Likir (3,700m)
Likir Monastery, introduction to traditional Ladakhi archery with village masters.
Day 4: Walk the Landscape — Yangthang (3,900m)
11km trek through barley fields and stone paths, and cook with a local family in the evening.
Day 5: Village to Village — Hemis Shukpachan (3,700m)
10km trek, Hemis Shukpachan village stay, evening cooking class with traditional recipes.
Day 6: Towards Temisgam (3,200m)
12km trek descending through terraced fields, Temisgam Monastery, riverside camp.
Day 7: Sacred Time — Saga Dawa Festival
Full Moon Day celebration at Serkarmo Monastery & Avalokiteshwara Temple — butter lamps, chanting, masked dances.
Day 8: Return & Reflection
Return to Leh, Alchi Monastery visit — famed for its 11th-century Kashmiri-style murals.
Day 9:Leh — Homeward Journey
Morning at leisure, airport transfers and fond farewells.
What's Included
INCLUDED
✓ Airport transfers (arrive & depart Leh)
✓ Twin-sharing accommodation throughout
✓ All meals — Breakfast & Dinner
✓ Inner Line Permit, Ladakh entry fee, Red Cross fee
✓ Oxygen cylinder for emergencies
✓ Non-AC vehicle transport throughout
✓ Mountain guide + local village guide
✓ Saga Dawa Festival experience
✓ 24/7 on-ground support
NOT INCLUDED
✕ Airfare to/from Leh
✕ Personal expenses & tips
✕ Travel insurance
✕ Laundry & camera fees
Contact us for a detailed itinerary
KAILASH MANSAROVAR - 2026
Kailash Mansarovar
A sacred journey through the Himalayas to one of the most spiritually revered landscapes — blending faith, endurance, culture, and inner transformation.
Fitness: Moderate — Challenging
Age group: 18 - 70
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
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Saga Dawa Festival at Avalokiteshwara & Tserkarmo Monasteries
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3-day village trek: Likir → Yangthang → Hemis Shukpachan → Temisgam
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Introduction to traditional Ladakhi archery
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Cook a Ladakhi meal with a local family
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Immerse in rural culture, people, and high-altitude landscapes
WALKING DISTANCE
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Approx. 38–42 km of trekking during the Kailash Parikrama
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Spread across 3 days in high-altitude terrain
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The longest day involves crossing the Dolma La Pass (5,630m) with approximately 20–22 km of walking
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1,355m)
Arrive in Nepal’s vibrant capital and settle into the journey with a warm welcome and orientation.
Day 2 – Kathmandu Heritage Trail (1,355m)
Explore sacred temples, stupas, and ancient heritage sites that form the spiritual foundation of the yatra.
Day 3 – Drive to Ghatekhola via Syabrubesi (1,700m)
Journey through winding Himalayan roads, river valleys, and mountain settlements towards the Nepal–Tibet border.
Day 4 – Cross into Tibet & Drive to Kyirong (2,774m)
Complete immigration formalities and enter the Tibetan plateau surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes.
Day 5 – Kyirong to Saga (4,640m)
Drive through vast Tibetan highlands, crossing mountain passes and serene lakes en route to Saga.
Day 6 – Acclimatisation in Saga (4,640m)
Rest and acclimatise at high altitude while preparing physically and mentally for the sacred journey ahead.
Day 7 – Mansarovar Darshan & Parikrama (4,600m)
Witness the first divine views of Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash while circling the sacred lake.
Day 8 – Pooja at Mansarovar & Drive to Darchen (4,670m)
Participate in rituals and prayers by the lake before proceeding to Darchen, the base for the Kailash Parikrama.
Day 9 – Trek to Diraphuk – North Face of Kailash (4,900m)
Begin the Kailash Parikrama with breathtaking views of the North Face and the spiritual energy of the mountain.
Day 10 – Cross Dolma La Pass & Trek to Zuthulphuk (5,630m – Highest Point)
Undertake the most challenging and transformative day of the yatra across the sacred Dolma La Pass before descending to Zuthulphuk (4,790m).
Day 11 – Complete Parikrama & Return to Saga (4,640m)
Complete the final stretch of the Kailash circuit and drive back through the Tibetan plateau.
Day 12 – Return to Kyirong (2,774m)
Retrace the scenic Himalayan route back towards the Nepal border.
Day 13 – Drive Back to Kathmandu (1,355m)
Return to Kathmandu with time to rest, reflect, and celebrate the completion of the sacred journey.
Day 14 – Departure
Bid farewell to the Himalayas and conclude the yatra with memories for a lifetime.