Lamayuru To Alchi Trek Overview
Ladakh has several experiences for travelers, spirituality being one of them. This 5 day Ladakh package is meant for those seeking spirituality in Ladakh along with a bit of trekking. It takes you through some of the oldest and historical important monasteries of Ladakh, starting with the iconic Lamayuru Monastery and ending at Alchi.
The trek gives you an opportunity to appreciate the beauty that surrounds the monasteries; and of course, to interact with the monks and gain some wisdom from them.
Day 01: Leh - Lamayuru - Wanla 3250 m (3-4 hrs)
We drive from Leh in the morning towards Lamayuru (3 hrs) along the Indus River through Sham valley. After visiting the Lamayuru monastery, we pack our backpacks, watch the horses get ready and set off for our first day's trek. After following the stream for some time, we will gradually move up to the small pass of Prinkti La (3750m). We will then walk down a narrow gorge to the small village of Shilla, and the last 3 kms will take us to Wanla (3250m).
Day 02: Wanla - base of Tarla 4200 m (8 hrs)
On this day we will follow the dusty road along the river's left bank and arrive at the small village of Phenjilla (3410 m). From Phenjilla, we will follow the left side of the valley along a small stream for around an hour and arrive at the scattered Ursi village. We will walk a little further to arrive at our campsite.
Day 03: Base of Tarla -Tar (6-7 hrs)
The trail from the camp is clear but challenging as we will have to trek up and down a few times before reaching the Tarla (5250 m). Our hard labor will be rewarded with the splendid view of the mountains around. Climbing down is difficult due to a mass of fallen rocks strewn about. It takes 3-4 hrs for us to reach our campsite at the village of Tar.
Day 04: Tar - Mang Gyu (4-5 hrs)
From Tar, the path heads up along the mountainside to a small pass. We will have an easy descent to Man Gyu village, where there are traditional Ladakhi houses and an ancient monastery worth visiting. It is believed that the monasteries of the Mang Gyu and Alchi were built on the same day.
Day 05: Mang Gyu - Alchi - Leh.
We will end our last day by walking down a very beautiful narrow valley covered with rosebushes all along the path. We will reach the village of Gera, where well find our vehicle waiting to take us back to Leh. But before that we will visit the beautiful and famous monasteries of Alchi and Likir.
