Welcome to Leh! Spend the day acclimatizing to the high altitude and exploring the vibrant Leh market and the iconic Shanti Stupa. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Visit the famous monasteries of Shey, Thiksey, and Hemis. Immerse yourself in the rich Buddhist culture and history of Ladakh. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Chilling, stopping at Phyang Monastery to seek blessings for a safe journey. Chilling is renowned for its traditional handicrafts. Meet the expedition team, including local porters and kitchen staff. Overnight at Campsite.

Your Chadar Trek officially starts! Walk along the frozen river with your daypack, stopping for lunch at Tilat Sumdo, where the Chharap River meets Zanskar. Set up camp near a small cave and experience your first night in the icy wilderness.

Trek through mesmerizing frozen landscapes, passing the stunning (Chhumchar) waterfall. Keep an eye out for wildlife before reaching a massive natural cave that can accommodate over 40 people. Overnight in the cave campsite.

Witness a sacred juniper tree and the breathtaking Nyrak waterfall, an awe-inspiring cascade of frozen blue ice. Spot Nyrak village perched on a hilltop as you cross a wooden bridge. Camp at Nyrak Pullo for the night.

Follow the frozen Zanskar River before taking a detour into Lingshed Valley. Visit the famous Lingshed Monastery, known for its beautiful murals and spiritual significance. Overnight stay with a local family.

Visit the monastery at Lingshed before trekking back down to the frozen river. Set up camp on a serene sandy riverbank at Hamlung and enjoy a peaceful night under the stars.

Trek past an underground river spring, a mysterious phenomenon where water sometimes emerges through cracks in the ice. Reach Hanamil, the first village in Zanskar, and stay with a local family.

Now deep into the Zanskar region, decide between trekking along the frozen river or taking a land route based on snow conditions. Explore Pishu village and interact with the locals. Stay overnight in a traditional Zanskari home.

Hike to Karsha, one of the largest monasteries in Zanskar. Pass through Rinam village, a isolated remote but with serene atmosphere. Explore Karsha , one of the largest village and stay overnight in a local house.

Spend the day visiting the famous Karsha Monastery and exploring the village. Enjoy some personal time for relaxation and local interactions. Overnight stay in Karsha.

Begin the return trek, stopping at Pipiting Guru, a revered spiritual site. After lunch, continue to Tongday and visit the scenic Tongday Monastery and proceed to Zangla where there is the Royal Palace and the Royal Family of Zangla. Stay with a local family.

Trek back towards Leh .

Continue trekking along the Chadar, revisiting some of the mesmerizing ice formations you passed earlier. Camp at Nyrak Pullo for the night.

Trek towards Tsomopaldar and spend the night in a naturally formed cave, enjoying the warmth of a campfire.

Pass by Gurudo site once more before reaching Tilat Sumdo. Overnight stay in camp, marking the last night on the trek.

Trek to Chilling, where a jeep awaits to take you back to Leh. Enjoy the warmth of a hotel and a well-deserved meal.

A free day to explore Leh, shop for souvenirs, and relish the memories of your adventure. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Transfer to Leh Airport for your flight back to Delhi, carrying with you the incredible stories of the Frozen Zanskar Expedition.