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TOUR ITINERARY
Day 01 Arrive Leh
Arrive Leh Airport by 1300 Hrs. On arrival, you will be received and transferred to your hotel.
Day is free to acclimatize with the high altitude weather.
After Lunch, start exploring Leh with the visit of the Leh palace and the white-domed chorten known as Shanti Stupa.
After sunset, spend some time exploring the local markets, which will give you a peel int to the Ladakhi culture .
After sunset, spend some time exploring the local markets, which will give you a peel int to the Ladakhi culture .
Overnight at hotel
Day 02 Excursion to Alchi
After breakfast, set off for the excursion to Alchi village. You will visit the ancient Alchi monastery- one of the oldest centers for Buddhist learning in Ladakh and the Likir Monastery- known for the beautiful statue of Maitreya Buddha. Also visit the Sangam (confluence of two rivers)- a serene spot where the Indus river meet Zanskar river.
Apart from these, pay homage to the martyrs of the Indo-Pak War at the Hall of Fame. Also take a ride on the gravity-defying hill named Magnetic Hill .
Later return to your hotel
Apart from these, pay homage to the martyrs of the Indo-Pak War at the Hall of Fame. Also take a ride on the gravity-defying hill named Magnetic Hill .
Later return to your hotel
Overnight at hotel
Day 03 Drive to Nubra (160 Kms, 5 hrs)
After breakfast you will be driven to Nubra Valley- The valley of flowers. Enroute visit Khardung-la-pass.
On arrival check in to your camps.
Nubra valley (“the valley of flowers” in Local language) actually comprises a part along the Nubra river (Sumur, Panamik) and other along the Shayok river (Diskit, Hunder, Turtuk)
Later visit the Diskit monastery -founded by Changzem Tserab Zangpo in the 15 century. It's the largest and oldest gompa in the Nubra valley.
Ride on a camel’s back (direct payment) through the rolling Hunder sand dunes. The double-humped Bactrian camels were brought from the Gobi desert in Mongolia when the Nubra valley was a stoppage amid the Silk route between Central Asia and India.
Nubra valley (“the valley of flowers” in Local language) actually comprises a part along the Nubra river (Sumur, Panamik) and other along the Shayok river (Diskit, Hunder, Turtuk)
Later visit the Diskit monastery -founded by Changzem Tserab Zangpo in the 15 century. It's the largest and oldest gompa in the Nubra valley.
Ride on a camel’s back (direct payment) through the rolling Hunder sand dunes. The double-humped Bactrian camels were brought from the Gobi desert in Mongolia when the Nubra valley was a stoppage amid the Silk route between Central Asia and India.
Overnight at hotel
Day 04 Turtuk Excursion
After breakfast, trip to the remote village of Turtuk, India’s northernmost village located just 12 km from the line of Control with Pakistan. From Hunder, it is a scenic 80-km drive along the Shayok river to reach Turtuk.
The village is inhabited by approximately 3,500 Balti people, an ethnic group
of Tibetan origin. On a clear day, the summit of K2 peak (the second highest mountain on
earth) can be seen at a distance
The village is inhabited by approximately 3,500 Balti people, an ethnic group
of Tibetan origin. On a clear day, the summit of K2 peak (the second highest mountain on
earth) can be seen at a distance
Overnight at hotel
Day 05 Drive to Pangong (250 Kms/7 hrs)
After Breakfast proceed for Pangong Lake (14,500 ft) the highest salt water Lake in the World. Its also an important breeding ground for migratory birds such as brahmini ducks, seagulls and bar-headed geese. The breathtaking Pangong lake is located at an elevation 4,250m. It is 140km in length and 70% of it lies in Tibet.
On arrival check in to the camps.
Rest of the days is at leisure. You can explore the lake side area on your own.
Overnight at camps
Day 06 Drive to Leh (220 Kms/6 hrs)
After a leisurely morning, you will be driven back to Leh.
Cross one of the highest drivable mountain passes in the world, Chang La
(5,360m),before dropping down into the Indus valley. On the way visit Hemis Monastry, Thiksey and Shey Palace.
On arrival check in to your hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure. Explore local markets for the best souvenirs you can for you loved ones from Leh
Cross one of the highest drivable mountain passes in the world, Chang La
(5,360m),before dropping down into the Indus valley. On the way visit Hemis Monastry, Thiksey and Shey Palace.
On arrival check in to your hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure. Explore local markets for the best souvenirs you can for you loved ones from Leh
Overnight at hotel
Day 07 Fly Back
Today you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight back to home.
***END OF TOUR***
HOTELS & TRANSPORT
Accommodation
Note: Our emphasis is on to provide neat and clean accommodation at best locations with basic amenities.
Note: Our emphasis is on to provide neat and clean accommodation at best locations with basic amenities.
| Cities | Hotels | Meals | Sharing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leh | Kidar or Similar | Breakfast | Twin |
| Nubra | Paradise Camps or Similar | Breakfast & Dinner | Twin |
| Pangong | Highland camps or Similar | Breakfast & Dinner | Twin |
Transportation
| Upto 5 Person | More than 5 |
|---|---|
| Innova/Bolero or any other SUV | Tempo Traveler |
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
Inclusions
- Room on twin share in Standard or best available hotels
- Meals as mentioned above
- Non Ac Vehicle as per the itinerary
- All Taxes
Exclusions:
- International/Domestic flights & Visa
- Airport tax or Insurance cover
- Monument Entrances
- Any other item not specifically mentioned above as ‘INCLUDED’
- Any increase in Government taxes
TOUR INFORMATION
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Pick & Drop
Pick & Drop
- Pick up from Leh airport by 1300 hrs on Day 1
- Drop to Leh airport by 1200 hrs on day 7
Mandatory things to pack
- Heavy woolen, Body warmers and Jackets
- Sunglasses, Sunscreen & Cap
- Comfortable sport shoes and 2-3 pairs of warm socks
- Cotton T-shirts and full Pants
Operational information:
- Travelers will have to share a room on gender basis unless they are couple
- Journey will start and end at Ladakh airport
- Travelers have to make their own arrangements for arrival and departure from Leh airport
- Few places are at High altitude and hence travelers should be in good physical condition. Travelers above 50 Yrs with medical condition should consult their doctors first.
- Twin rooms (two separate beds in a room) are not readily available hence we will provide a double bed for two persons with two separate bedding (blankets/linen).
- Most of the hotels/camps are of standard category and the buffet meals are pretty basic having limited menu. However, hotels/camps do prefer to know your requirement a day prior and will be happy to serve you.
- SoloTravelIndia.com reserves the right of cancelling any travelers booking, if he/she is trying to create a ruckus amid tour
- It’s a group tour and hence travelers are requested to keep in mind the comfort of fellow travelers
Highlights:
- Culture and Heritage
- Hills & Valleys
- Pangong lake
- Monastries