This morning, departure transfer to Delhi airport to board the flight to Leh, over the Himalayas –

This 90 minutes flight is one of the most sensational flying experience in the World, taking you right over the top of the Greater Himalaya before dropping down in a series of steep turns, to land at the small military airport at Leh. The journey offers spectacular views across the Himalayas, notably the 7000 metre massifs of Nun and Kun. Leh, known as Little Tibet, lays nestled beneath an imposing old fort and palace. Overlooking the Ladakhi capital, Buddhist monasteries and stupas perch on top of cliffs and ridpes.

Meeting on arrival at Leh airport and transfer to the hotel.

Rest of the day is at leisure to get acclimatized to the arid high altitude of Leh (3505 m). It is important to take it easy and allow for gentle acclimatization. For those who want to stretch their legs, the colourful bazaars and roadside stalls make for a relaxed afternoon's exploration.

Overnight in Leh

This morning after leisurely breakfast we proceed for our visit, which will also help us to acclimatize further. The day is dedicated to the visit of Leh – exploring on foot. The walk starts with the climbing of the steep stairs or take the gentler 4x4 track to the Shanti Stupa. This provides an opportunity to survey the city in its entirety, the Indus river, whilst the Zanskar peaks provides a suitably dramatic backdrop.

We will then head down to the calming, the atmospheric 16th century monastery Sankar Gompa, belonging to the Buddhist Gelukpa sect offers a peaceful place to relax. In continuation, we walk uphill to the Namgyal Tsemo monastery, founded in 1430 by the King Tashi Namgyal.

We wind up the tour by dropping down a zig-zagging trail down the impressive and imposing Leh Palace and on to the old town as the path meanders through narrow lanes back to our hotel.

Overnight in Leh

This morning after leisurely breakfast, we set out for the visit to the single window Chadar Trek registration office to acquire the trek permit process, including mandatory health check-up.

Overnight in Leh

This morning, after early breakfast we start to drive to Bakula Bao via Sangam (confluence of Indus & Zanskar) and Chilling village, the village known for the metal work craftsmanship.

On arrival, you will be greeted by trek crew. We start trek (about 4 to 5 hrs) to Paldar Sumdo (3220m). The trek is along the edges of the frozen river, through narrow mountain George. The steep mountain sights fascinate one’s mind as we trek along the river.

Overnight in Tents at Paldar Sumdo

This day we start early for the long walk around 6/7 hrs through the tremendous canyons, inaccessible during other season, to Tibb (3270m).

As the trek is along the river valley, one might find on high mountain ridges sights of mountain fox.

Overnight in Tents at Tibb

This morning, after breakfast we proceed for the trek which is to Neyrak(3300 m) for about 5/6 hrs. The first village and most importantly the first glimpse of human being since leaving Leh.

Overnight in Tents at Neyrak

This morning after leisurely breakfast trek for about 2 hrs to Lingshet do(3380m) from here we board the jeep and drive for about 3 hrs to Padum (3600m), the head town of Zanskar valley with small market.

Overnight in Padum

This morning is at leisure. Later, we proceed to the visit of Bardan and Stongde monastery (this is subject to snow condition).

Overnight in Padum

This morning after early start we proceed towards Leh – following the same route, we drive to the road end to Lingshet do for about 3 hrs. From here, we start trek to Neyrak for about 2 hrs with enroute visit to Karsha, the largest 15th Century monastery in Zanskar region (subject to weather condition and time permitting).

Overnight in Tents at Neyrak

This morning after breakfast, we trek for about 5 to 6 hrs to Tibb.

Overnight in Tents at Tibb

This morning after breakfast, we trek for about 6 to 7 hrs to Paldar Sumdo.

Overnight in Tents at Paldar Sumdo

This morning, after early breakfast trek to the road head at Bakula Bao. Here, we have to bid farewell to our trekking crew and then board the jeeps and drive back to Leh (for about 4 hrs).

Overnight in Leh

This morning you will be transferred to Leh airport to board the flight over the Himalayas – a true farewell to the memorable trip of Frozen River Trek Himalayan Zanskar Ladakh.

Please bring your own: Good sleeping bags, Trekking shoes, warm socks, warm thermal clothing, good waterproof jackets, Sunglasses, Ice axe, good torch, medicines & toiletry etc.

NOTE : This is a serious challenging expedition therefore physical & mental fitness and resistance is required .