"Lotus Expeditions offers the best of independent travel and travel with a guided tour company. Their leaders are well tested, knowledgeable, and very personable so that their trips feel like the freedom of traveling on your own. Yet their organization and care will enable you to relax and enjoy the attention of a well-run adventure travel company."
 - John Shanahan, Colorado

"A mind stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions." - Oliver Wendell Holmes

 


 


 

Markha Valley Trek Deluxe Services 

What is Included:

  • Deluxe accommodation at Lutyens Bungalow or similiar in Delhi based on double occupancy (includes breakfast)
  • Deluxe accommodation at Hotel Omasilla or similiar in Leh based on double occupancy (includes breakfast)
  • All ground transportation
  • Two and a half days sightseeing in Leh and Delhi
  • All entrance fees and trekking permits
  • Professional, international trip leader
  • Professional, English-speaking local guide
  • Evening lectures may include topics such as:
    • High altitude illness and prevention
    • Introduction to Buddhism
    • Natural history of Ladakh
  • Nine nights luxury camping in tents
  • All meals except lunches and dinners in Delhi
  • Experienced, professional cooks prepare delicious local and international meals on trek
  • All camping equipment (excluding sleeping bags)
  • Group first aid kit and emergency high altitude Gamov bag
  • Baggage transport by pack animals (limited to 15kg)
  • Celebration dinner in Delhi at journey's end

What is Not Included:

  • Domestic or international airfare to Delhi
  • Domestic Airfare to Leh (@$415)
  • Indian visa in advance (@ $100)
  • Required travel insurance
  • Airport or departure taxes and any excess baggage fees (25kg limit)
  • Rescue or medical expenses
  • Personal clothing, equipment, first aid and drug kits
  • Single room supplement fees for hotels and single tents
  • Hotels, meals, transport or other fees if leaving trip before scheduled departure
  • Meals not listed on your itinerary
  • Local and international staff gratuities (suggested $250)
  • Personal items such as laundry, telephone, email, alcohol, bottled drinks, etc.
  • Personal cash for emergencies, gifts, etc. (suggested $500)