Day 1: Arrival in Leh (3,500m)

• Arrive at Leh Airport and transfer to hotel.
• Complete rest for the day to acclimatize to high altitude.
• Hydration and light meals as per acclimatization protocol.
• Evening: Short walk to Leh Market (if feeling comfortable) and Shanti Stupa.
• Briefing about the tour and altitude safety measures.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.

Day 2: Leh Local Sightseeing and Departure

• Visit Sangam (Indus and Zanskar River Confluence), Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
• Follow Indus River, Visit Alchi monastery and Lamayuru Monastery one of the ancient and oldest monastery of Ladakh.
• Visit Hall of Fame Museum and Leh Palace.
• Evening: Shopping at Tibetan Market and Leh Market.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.

Day 3: Drive from Leh to Rumtse 

• • Drive from Leh to Rumtse village (approx. 2 hours)
  • Visit Shey Palace and Thiksey Monastery also known as mini Potala, one of the oldest monastery of Ladakh.
  • Overnight in campsite at Rumtse.

Day 4: Rumtse to Kyamar (4,538m) – 4 hours, 11 km

• Begin main trek from Rumtse following ancient “salt road” trade route.
• Trek follows Kyamar Lungpa stream through wide valley.
• Landscapes different from typical Ladakh – patches of green meadows and wildflowers.
• Cross small streams on wooden bridges, pass occasional local houses.
• Gradual ascent with minimal altitude gain for first day acclimatization.
• Reach Kyamar camping ground surrounded by colorful mountains.
• Overnight: Camping at Kyamar.

Day 5: Kyamar to Tisaling via Kyamar La (5,071m) and Mandalchan La (5,206m) – 6-7 hours, 14 km

• Challenging double-pass day requiring early start.
• Ascend gradually towards Kyamar La (5,071m) – first high pass of main trek.
• Fantastic views of Changthang region and Kang Yatse massif from summit.
• Descend to Tiri Doksa, temporary shepherd shelter with seasonal stream.
• Begin second ascent to Mandalchan La (5,206m) marked with prayer flags.
• Rainbow-colored mountains begin appearing – unique geological formations.
• Descent to Tisaling, vast grassland campsite with marshlands.
• Overnight: Camping at Tisaling.

Day 6: Tisaling to Ponganagu via Shibuk La (5,275m) – 6 hours, 14 km

• Trek towards Shibuk La with gradual elevation gain.
• Steep final ascent (1.5 km) to Shibuk La Pass (5,275m).
• Spectacular first views of Tso Kar Lake from pass summit.
• Tso Kar (White Lake) visible with salt deposits on banks creating unique appearance.
• Descend through colorful rock formations and barren landscape.
• Arrive at Ponganagu near Tso Kar lake shores.
• Wildlife spotting: Migratory birds, kiang (Tibetan wild ass), marmots, Himalayan ibex.
• Bird watching opportunities: Bar-headed geese, brahminy ducks, brown-headed gulls.
• Overnight: Camping near Tso Kar at Ponganagu.

Day 7: Ponganagu to Nuruchan (4,679m) – 5-6 hours, 18 km

• Easy trekking day along western shore of Tso Kar Lake.
• Relatively flat terrain through Rupshu Valley grasslands.
• Observe Tso Kar’s salt-encrusted banks – source of salt for nomadic trade with Tibet.
• Possible sightings of black-necked cranes (seasonal) and brahminy ducks.
• Walk through fertile grazing areas used by Changpa nomads.
• Multiple small stream crossings on easy terrain.
• Arrive at Nuruchan village, first encounter with Changpa nomadic families.
• Interact with locals, learn about traditional yak herding and pashmina goat raising.
• Overnight: Camping at Nuruchan.

Day 8: Nuruchan to Gyamar Barma via Horlam Kongka La and Kyamayuri La (5,416m) – 7-8 hours, 19 km

• Most challenging day crossing two high passes above 5,000m.
• Ascend towards Horlam Kongka La through barren landscape.
• Continue to Kyamayuri La (5,416m) – one of the highest passes on trek.
• Panoramic views of western Tibetan peaks from summit.
• Meet several nomad families with their yaks, sheep, and pashmina goats en route.
• Long descent to Gyamar Barma (5,195m) – highest sleeping altitude of entire trek.
• Overnight: Camping at Gyamar Barma.

Day 9: Gyamar Barma to Gyamar via Kartse La (5,384m) – 3 hours, 6 km

• Shorter day for rest and recovery before final big push.
• Cross Kartse La (5,384m) – sixth high pass of the trek.
• Descend to Gyamar valley at the foot of Yalung Nong peak.
• Last night before reaching Tso Moriri Lake.
• Overnight: Camping at Gyamar.

Day 10: Gyamar to Korzok via Yalung Nyau La (5,435m) – 5-6 hours, 16 km

• Early start for final and highest pass of the trek.
• Ascend to Yalung Nyau La (5,435m) – culmination of the expedition.
• Breathtaking first views of Tso Moriri Lake from pass summit – unforgettable moment.
• Great views of western Tibetan peaks and vast Changthang Plateau.
• Long descent to Korzok village (4,552m) on northwestern shore of Tso Moriri.
• Spend evening by Tso Moriri – high-altitude wetland reserve.
• Celebrate successful completion of challenging trek.
• Overnight: Camping at Korzok village.

Day 11: Korzok to Leh via Chumathang – 215 km, 7-8 hours drive

• Morning leisure time by Tso Moriri Lake – final moments at this pristine sanctuary.
• Visit Korzok Monastery and village exploration.
• Drive back to Leh via scenic Changthang Plateau route.
• Optional stop at Chumathang hot springs
• Join Leh-Manali highway at Upshi, continue along Indus River.
• Arrive Leh by late afternoon/evening.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh (included).

Day 12: Leh Departure

• • Airport Drop