Route Details
- visit the photogenic Lamayuru monastery
- walk along the stream and gradually up towards the Prinkti La
- walk down to the small village of Shilla and right after is the village of Wanla
- homestay possibility in Wanla
Route Details
- follow the river bank and pass through farmhouses surrounded by green barley fields
- homestay possibility in Hinju
Route Details
- today is a long day to cross the Kongskil La, enjoy the panoramic views of Karakoram and Stok range from the pass
- homestay possibility in Sumda Chenmo
Route Details
- the trail passes through grazing areas and streams, you need to cross the river several times
- just above the Sumda Choon village is one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh which was built during the early medieval period
- homestay possibility in Sumda Choon
+1350m / -2035m
Elevation
Route Details
- from the village follow the trail leading to the base of the Stakpi La and then there is a steep ascent to the pass from where you will have a great view of the mountains and Ladakh range
- long and steep descent to the grazing area of Pullu and to Alchi
- visit Alchi monastery, it is known for its interior murals which are great examples of Ladakh’s Indo-Tibetan art
Getting There & Back
it takes 3 hours to drive from Leh to Lamayuru (115 km)
it takes one hour and a half to drive from Alchi to Leh (70 km)
It is worth taking some extra time to stop and visit the highlights in the area, check the Indus valley tour to Lamayuru for more details.
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