Lamayuru to Chilling Trek: A 5-day, 63 km trek across three passes with rich cultural and scenic immersion.
8 Days
Moderate
8 Guest
4948 m
The Lamayuru Chilling trek is a 5-day moderate to challenging trek covering 63 km with maximum elevation around 4948 m. The route offers serene rural villages, lush barley and apricot fields, and stunning views of the Stok, Karakoram, and Zanskar mountain ranges. Crossing three high passes—Prinkti La, Kongskil La and Dung Dung Chan La—trekkers experience some of Ladakh’s most pristine landscapes and remote villages. The trek ends in the peaceful village of Chilling, known for its traditional silversmiths. Ideal for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts, this trek blends adventure with spiritual and scenic richness, best done between May and September. Snow Expedition provides full support with local guides, homestays, and all permits arranged for a hassle-free immersive experience.
Day 1 Arrival in Leh
Arrival at the Leh Airport, our driver will guide you to your Hotel . One night in the Leh City. Today. you can completely rest in a Leh . Overnight stay Hotel
Day 2 Leh Local
After breakfast visit leh palace , shanti stupa both have mesmerizing panomaric view of leh town. After lunch will go some adventrous activity like rock climbing 3hr You see the beautiful view of Indus river and snow capped mountains and our guide will explain you about rock climbing after that will climbing.Evening drop to Hotel.
Day 3 Drive to Lamayuru and Hike to Wanla
Early breakfast and drive to lamayuru 2hr and visit lamayuru monastery after that start trek towards Wanla and crossing barley fields and enjoying the view of the famous Moonland before entering a small valley leading to the Prinkiti La pass (3700mtr) Descend through a strikingly arid yet scenic valley where the river supports village agriculture. Reach Wanla by evening. Evening visit Wanla monastery and beautiful view of the village .Overnight at homestay.
Day 4 Wanla (3500mtr) to Hinju (3950mtr) 4/5hr
So today will walk on plain route It is good to have a relaxed day as tomorrow will be a much more challenging day. Reach Hinju early afternoon. Explore Hinju’s Gompa and Museum Overnight at homestay.
Day 5 Hinju to Sumda Chenmo via Kongski La Pass 4900mtr 7/8 hr
Prepare for a challenging day as you hike through Zanskar’s landscape, majestic colorful rock formations shaped by mountain. Ascend gradually to Kongski La pass (4900m),on the way you see wildlife Species.Enjoy the breathtaking views before descending to Sumda Chenmo, over night in homestay.
Day 6 Sumda Chenmo to Chilling via lanak La Pass 4860mtr 6/7hr
Continue your descent sumdha chenmo village along the river, passing through vegetation before ascending towards lanak La (4860 m). Though steeper than previous climbs, acclimatization and lower elevation make it manageable. Overnight stay in Chilling Homestay.
Day 7 Drive Back to Leh
Early morning breakfast visit Alchi monastery,liker monastery and basgo castle. Evening visit leh market and drop to hotel..
Day 8 fly back to Delhi
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