Highlights
Hotel
Shanti Stupa
Breakfast included
Hemis
Nubra Valley
Khardungla Pass
Silver Sand Dunes
Camel Safari
Villages of Diskit and Hunder
Yarab tso Lake
Pangong Lake
Changla pass
Villages of Shey and Thikse
Alchi Monastery
Transfers
Itinerary
Day 1
Leh
Arrive at Kushok Bakula airport Leh 3500m & transfer to hotel 2/3 Km. Full day at rest for acclimatization. Evening visit Shanti stupa and local market. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 2
Leh (Monastery Tour)
After breakfast, proceed to Shey – it was the ancient capital of Ladakh and even after Singee Namgyal built the more imposing palace at Leh, Thiksey – is one of the largest and most impressive Gompa. There are several temples in this Gompa containing images; it also houses a two-storied statue of Buddha which has the main prayer hall around its shoulder. proceed to Hemis – which is dedicated to Padmasambhava, what a visitor can observes a series of scenes in which the lamas, robed in gowns of rich, brightly colored brocade and sporting masks sometimes bizarrely hideous, parade in solemn dance and mime around the huge flag pole in the center of the courtyard to the plaintive melody of the Shawn. The moan of the eleven feet horns, the boom of drums, and the clash of Cymbals. Hemis was founded in the 1630's by Tsang-ras-pa under the royal patronage of Singe Namgyal, Hemis is the largest and richest of the Ladakh Gompa. It nestles into the mountain side a little way up a glen in the mountains of the Zaskar range. Overnight & dinner at Leh.
Day 3
Leh - Pangong Lake
After breakfast drive to Pangong Lake via Changla, Pangong Lake Circuit This route takes the past picturesque villages of Shey and Thikse and turns off the Indus valley of Chemrey and Sakti. The Ladakh range is crossed by the Chang-la passes 18,000 feet/ 5,475mtrs which despite its great elevation is one of the easier passe. Overnight & dinner at Hotel.
Day 4
Pangong Lake - Leh
After breakfast transfer to Leh. On arrival check in to the Hotel. After lunch time free at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 5
Leh – Nubra Valley (Valley of Flowers) (125km / 4-5 hours)
On day 4, post an early breakfast at around 08:00 AM, begin your road journey to Nubra Valley via the world-popular Khardungla Pass. At an altitude of 18360 feet, it is one of the highest motorable passes. As you reach the valley, set your camps at the assigned location. Later on, you visit the silver sand dunes near Hunder village. Hop onto a double-humped Camel for a memorable camel safari around the place. The next visit is to the villages of Diskit and Hunder (80 km round trip / 6-7 hours). The road trip in this region is a beautiful one. These places own monasteries and hot springs. Get a sneak-peak into the lifestyle of the locals. Stay overnight at the camp.
Day 6
Nubra Valley – Leh (125 km)
Today, leave the valley early morning after relishing a sumptuous breakfast. The mornings here are extremely mesmerizing. Thereafter, visit the tiny yet beautiful Yarab tso Lake, also referred to as the hidden lake. This crystal clear lake is bounded by barren yet beautiful surroundings. After sightseeing, begin your drive back to Leh via Khardungla pass. After arrival, check-in at a hotel. Spend the evening by enjoying a leisure walk in the Leh market. Stay overnight.
Day 7
Leh- Alchi- Leh
The tour begins by driving westwards of Leh to visit Alchi Monastery. The Buddhist monastery, Alchi Gompa was founded between 958 - 1055 AD. The complex is placed on the banks of River Indus. One of Ladakh’s most important Buddhist centers of learning, this monastery houses some old miniature paintings. On the way, drive the Magnetic Hill- one of the wonders of the Himalayas and later halt to click some pictures at the confluence of Rivers Zanskar and Indus in Nimu. Thereafter, continue to the monastery. When you are returning to the hotel, visit the Military Hall of Fame- a museum constructed and maintained by the Army in the memory of the war heroes. Stay overnight
Day 8
Leave Leh
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination
Package Includes
- 7 nights accommodation at the hotel mentioned above or a similar category of alternate hotels.
- Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel or as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
- A representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers.
- All transfers, city tours, and transport services by A/C vehicle with All India Tourist permit as per the above itinerary.
- Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes.
- All transfers and excursions as per itinerary by respective car as mentioned above.
Package Excludes
- Monument/Monastery/Park entrance fee.
- Services of English-speaking local guide.
- Elephant ride/Jeep ride/Boat ride/Jeep Safari/Camel ride/Amusement park rides.
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Anything which is not mentioned under the “INCLUDES” header.
- Optional Tours which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, guide, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.
- The cost of PCR Test is not included and any medical examination will be treated as actual.
- Domestic airfare / Train fare / Bus fare.
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees.
- Government taxes / GST / Service charges.
- Mineral water on coaches/microbuses/cars.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Porterage fees.
- Drinks (unless otherwise indicated).
- Waiting or additional transfer fees.
- Heater, mattress, roll-away bed charges.
- Early check-in and late check-out charges.
- Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary.
- Insurance.
Package Information
- Surcharges applicable for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
- Compulsory High Season surcharges and Gala Dinner charges are applicable to festive seasons and long weekends.
- The above price is not valid for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
- The tour price quoted is subject to change should there be any hike in the fuel and hotel rates.
- Tour price given is valid for Indian nationals only.
- The above price is based on a minimum of 2 Passengers travelling together.
- The maximum number of persons (adult/child) allowed per room depends upon hotel policy.
- The price for single occupancy is only valid if:
– 2 adults traveling together and occupying two separate rooms.
– Traveling as a third adult in the party occupying a separate room.
- Midnight surcharges apply for transfers between 2200 hrs – 0700 hrs.
- Kindly note that the drivers are not guides until and unless it is mentioned in the itinerary.
- Confirmation of hotels and other services are subject to availability
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
- Generally, check-in time is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 1200 Noon at all hotels but it may differ depending on hotel policy.
- The category of rooms may differ depending upon the availability at the time of booking.
- WIFI, Tea / Coffee making facility, etc. in the rooms cannot be guaranteed. (Supplement charges may apply for such services)
- Meals other than those specified (if any).
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as road blocks, accidents, and any medical evacuations, train delays or re-scheduling, etc.
- Please note, the names of hotels mentioned above only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However in the event of any of the above-mentioned hotels not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
- For guests’ safety and security, we do not allow night driving, hence guests are requested to leave on time so they can reach their next destination before 2000 hrs.
- The driving duration mentioned in the itinerary may not be precise; it is the time that can be expected when strictly driving, depending on the present road conditions. Otherwise, the journey is conducted in such a way that we always stop midway for visiting villages, markets, photography, major landmarks of importance or interest depending on the guest’s interest.
- In case of any amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly.
- Any hike in the taxes, entrance fees, hotel rates, fuel, etc will be charged extra.
- Elephant rides are subject to availability and permission granted by the forest department.
- The offered itinerary is not a confirmation of the services and we shall proceed with your booking once we have received confirmation from you. And if rooms are unavailable in the original hotels, we shall provide equivalent/ alternative hotels.
- Please note that some of the sights/itineraries may change due to time limit, weather, national holidays, and special events. We maintain the right to alter the itinerary since tours are made in advance and unforeseen circumstances that mandate change may arise. Itinerary changes are made to improve your overall travel experience.
