Sham Valley Trek

Overview
The Sham Valley Trek, maybe one of the easiest treks in Ladakh, connects one’s heart and spirit with an unrivaled natural and cultural phenomenon. It peels off the ethnicity of Ladakh rural life, historic monasteries that symbolize the everlasting footsteps of many sects of Buddhism, and untamed streams cutting over the valley into the famous Apricot Valley of Ladakh. On his voyage through the pathways and pace, a vigorous, full-of-life beginner will not face any difficulties.
After a steady descent to Phobe La (3580m) from Likir, the Sham Valley Trek climbs up to Chagatse La, which is at an elevation of 4,500 meters (3630m). One of the main attractions on this walk is the Rizong Monastery, which is roughly an hour’s drive from Yangthang and runs through a small ravine. The journey from Yangthang to HemisShukpachan passes across Tsermangchan La, a pass at a height of 4,500 meters (3850m). One of Ladakh’s attractions is the settlement of a grove of cedars, which is located along this road. Further ahead, several beautiful streams bordered by leafy willows and big barley fields provide a welcome splash of color to the otherwise bleak, stony slopes. Following that, the trail ascends between two hillocks to the west before turning south and climbing steeply to the Mebtak La (3750m), which is dotted with prayer flags. The road to Ang, which is surrounded by apricot orchards, swerves across a gorge after passing through the pass. Finally, the descent to Tingmosgang reveals much of the Indo-Tibetan sects’ local culture.

Highlights of the Tour

• • • A heritage walk in the local Bazaar.
    • Visit the monasteries of Ladakh
    • Experience the beauty of nature at Ang Village, a charming village with apricot orchards
    • Visit HemisShukpachan and Tingmosgam

Places Visited: Delhi –Shey – Thiksey – Hemis – Likir – Yangthang – HemisShukpachan – Ang – Temisgam – Nurla – Leh – Delhi

Day 01: Delhi – Leh by Flight
Fly from Delhi to Leh in the morning. Meet our representative when you will arrive at Leh airport, then he will transfer you to the hotel. Check in to the hotel. Rest and acclimate yourself. In the evening, you will explore Leh’s local market.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 02: Leh sightseeing
Today, full-day sightseeing of Leh visit Hemis, Shey, and Thiksey Monastery. Leh is around 15 kilometers from SheyGompa. The rulers of Ladakh used to have their summer residence here. Around the palace, there are numerous stupas and gompas. DeldanNamgyal began the construction of the Shey palace in the early 17th century AD. The 12m Shakyamuni Buddha statue at the DresthangGompa is the main attraction in Shey.ThikseyGompa, near Shey, is 17 kilometers from Leh. The Gelukspa order owns the monastery, which is considered one of Ladakh’s most beautiful. Hemis, located 45 kilometers south of Leh, is one of Ladakh’s most famous and largest monasteries.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 03: Leh – Shey – Thiksey
Today, you’ll travel on a sightseeing tour of several of the area’s most notable monasteries. You will visit SheyGompa, which was originally the summer palace of Ladakh monarchs; ThikseyGompa, which is regarded to be one of Ladakh’s most magnificent constructions.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 04: Leh – Likir – Yangthang across Phobe La (9 kms/4 to 5 hrs.)
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Likir, which is 58 kilometers away from Leh. It marks the start of your journey. Today you will travel for a short distance. You’ll cross two passes: Phobe La (3580 meters) and Chagatse La (3580 meters) (3630 meters). Yangthang is located on the other side of the Chagatse pass. You’ll spend the night in Yangthang, adjacent to a stream.
Overnight you will stay at your camp/homestay.

Day 05: Yangthang – HemisShukpachan across Tsermangchan La (8 km 2/3 hours)
Even though you’ll be ascending to a pass today, your hike will be very easy. On modest slopes, both the ascent and descent will take place. To get to Tsermangchan La, we’ll journey north, dipping down a little and then crossing a creek and ascending west (3750 meters). After crossing the pass, you’ll descend to HemisShukpachan.
Overnight you will stay at your camp/homestay.

Day 06: HemisShukpachan – Ang across Mebtak La (10 km/3 hrs)
It was also a relatively simple trekking day. You’ll hike up between two hillocks in the west of the hamlet till the trail heads south and ascends to Mebtak La. (3750 meters). Prayer flags mark the path through this valley. From the pass, you’ll continue down the gorge to Ang. Ang is a lovely town surrounded by apricot orchards.
Overnight you will stay at your camp/homestay.

Day 07: Ang -Temisgam and Nurla (8 km/3 hrs) – Leh
On the final day of the walk, we’ll head for another simple downhill stroll on the main road. At Temisgam, a car would be waiting for you. This vehicle will carry you to Leh. Upon arrival in Leh check into the hotel.
Overnight you will stay at your hotel.

Day 08: Leh – Delhi by flight
This morning you will transfer to the Leh airport to board your flight to Delhi where you will board your flight back to home.