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Duration- 9 Nights / 8 Days
Places- Delhi-Leh-Nubra-Turtuk-Nubra-Pangong Lake-Tso Moriri Lake-Tso Kar Lake-Leh-Delhi
Mode of Transportation- Fight and Private vehicle with experienced English speaking chauffer
Meals- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Tour Manager- Available at your service right from your arrival till departure
Tour Guide- Local tour guide will be made available at all the locations
Inclusions- All inclusive except expense of personal nature like laundry, entry fee of camera etcetera
Hotel Category- Category of your choice. We recommend palatial / boutique properties wherever available
Ladakh- Ladakh is the highest plateau in India with most of it being over 3,000 m (9,800 ft). Ladakh is most famous for breathtaking landscapes, the crystal clear skies, the highest mountain passes, thrilling adventure activities, Buddhist Monasteries and festivals. Ladakh is one of the highest regions of the world. Its natural features consist mainly of high plains and deep valleys.
Day 1– Arrival Delhi
A very warm welcome to India’s capital city!!! Upon arrival you will be welcomed by your English speaking tour manager and chauffer. Tour manager will help you with hotel check in and discuss the tour details. Depending upon your flight timings local excursions can be planned for the day.
Today’s Excursion- It can be discussed and planned as per your arrival in Delhi
Night Stay- Delhi
Day 2– Delhi to Leh (Flight / 1:30 hours)
The day will start very early today when we will leave for Jaipur Airport to board flight to Leh (Ladakh). We will be required to change plane at Delhi Airport. Breakfast will be served onboard or at Delhi Airport.
Upon arrival check in at hotel and rest to let your body acclimatize to the reduced oxygen level and atmospheric pressure. Since we are arriving at 11000 ft, we strongly recommend taking complete rest & drink ample water on the first day where we should not indulge ourself in any strenuous activity
Later in evening we can take a stroll to the nearby market place.
Night stay- Leh
Day 3– Leh to Sham Valley and back (100 miles / 6 hours)
Post relaxing breakfast in hotel we will embark on our journey to nearby places of interest around Leh.
Today’s Excursion-
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- Hall of Fame Museum- Learn more about the role of the Indian army in the region and Ladakh’s history.
- Magnetic Hill- Observe the marvel when driver turns the engine off with the gear in neutral, the car will start moving uphill as if attracted by a strange magnetic force that defies gravity
- Sangam- It’s the confluence of the Indus River (green colour) and the Zanskar River (blue or brown colour depending on the season).
- Gurdwara Pathar Sahib- Built in 1517, this is place of religious importance to Sikhs
- Leh Palace- Overlooking the old town, this palace was built in the first half of the 17th century and was the residence of the royal family of Ladakh.
- Shanti Stupa- A Japanese peace pagoda nestled atop a hillock. This two-level chorten was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 1991. It offers a great vantage point over Leh and the Indus valley.
- Leh Main Bazar- Stroll among locals, where you can do shopping and try typical Ladakhi food.
- Alchi Monastery- This monastery enshrines some of the best-preserved wall paintings in Ladakh. The monastery was founded in the 11th century by the Great Translator Rinchen Zangpo. A legend says that the poplar tree at the entrance is his walking stick which turned into a living tree
Night stay- Leh
Day 4– Leh to Nubra via Khardungla (90 miles / 5 hours)
Post breakfast at hotel we will check out of the hotel & start our journey to Nubra Valley through Khardungla, which is the World's highest motor able road at 18,832 feet above sea level. At Khardungla pass the snow-capped peaks and the mountain views are amazing. The road then passes through a bridge laid on Glacier which finds its way in Guinness Book of World Records.
Today’s Excursion-
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- Khardungla Pass- The pass offers an amazing view of the K2 Mountain range (the Karakoram)
- Nubra Valley- Nubra Valley is known as “valley of flowers” in Ladakhi language. The valley lies at an average altitude of 3,100 metres and it is crisscrossed by the Nubra and Shayok rivers
- Diskit Monastery- The largest and oldest in Nubra valley. Perched atop a rocky hillock, the monastery was established in the 15th century. At the top of a nearby hill, there is a colossal 32-metre-high statue of Maitreya Buddha, one of the landmarks of the valley
- Hunder Village- Experience a camel ride across the Hunder white sand dunes. The double-humped Bactrian camels were brought to Ladakh when Hunder was a stopping point for caravans travelling on the old Silk Road.
Night stay- Nubra
Day 5– Nubra Valley to Turtuk (50 miles / 2.30 hours)
Post breakfast at hotel, we will embark on a day trip to the remote village of Turtuk. Its a scenic drive along the Shayok River. offering spectacular view of mountain ranges and small villages. It is one of the moist fascinating journeys in Ladakh and this is a less popular destination recently opened for tourist.
Today’s Excursion-
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- Turtuk Village- India’s northernmost village located just 12 km from the Line of Control with Pakistan. The people here have a unique culture. Explore the village composed of traditional stone houses and narrow lanes. Located at an altitude of 2,800 metres, it is warmer than the rest of Ladakh and apricots are grown here. Turtuk was under Pakistan's control until 1971 when it was annexed to India during the Indo-Pakistani war. On a clear day, the summit of K2 peak (the second highest mountain on earth) can be seen in the distance.
Night stay- Nubra
Day 6– Nubra to Pangong Lake (110 miles / 6 hours)
Post breakfast at hotel we will check out of the hotel & start our journey to Pangong lake. We will drive along the Shayok River towards Pangong, an adventurous road trip through beautiful mountain scenery. We will pass through beautiful small villages enroute.
Today’s Excursion-
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- Pangong Lake- It’s the highest salt water lake in the world. Take in the breath-taking views and setting of the blue lake set amidst the lofty Himalaya Mountains. Pangong is also popular because of its color-changing abilities throughout the day according to the sun. The lake lies at an elevation of 4,250m, it is 100 miles in length but only 30% of it is in India.
Night stay- Pangong Lake
Day 7– Pangong Lake to Tso Moriri Lake (240 miles / 8 hours)
Enjoy breakfast, take a stroll along the shore of Pangong lake and watch the sunrise over the glistening blue waters. Later we will embark on our onward journey to Tso Moriri Lake. The trip from Pangong lake to Tso Moriri Lake is one of the most adventurous road trips in Ladakh. Upon arrival check in and enjoy the sunset and beauty of Lake.
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- Tso Moriri Lake- Declared as a Wetland of international significance, this lake is at an altitude of 4,522 m (14,836 ft). Near the lake, you can spot as many as 34 avifauna species. Tso Moriri is the largest of the freshwater lakes in India. This high altitude lake is home to several animals including Tibetan Ass, Great Tibetan Sheep, Tibetan Gazelle (Antelope), and Tibetan Wolf.
Night stay- Lake
Day 8– Tso Moriri Lake to Leh via Tso Kar Lake (150 miles / 6 hours)
Enjoy breakfast, take a stroll along the shore of Tso Moriri Lake and watch the sunrise. Later we will embark on our return journey to Leh covering Nomadic rebo tents at Polo-Kongka La Pass and Tso Kar Lake.
Upon arrival at Leh, Check in and explore local market for Souvenir shopping.
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- Polo-Kongka La Pass- This is a low mountain pass in Chan Chenmo Valley, which offers an enchanting view of the surroundings
- Tso Kar Lake-Tso Kar Lake means “white lake” in Ladakhi language. The white colour comes from the thick layer of salt deposited along its shores. The area is a famous among wildlife lovers and bird watching enthusiasts. If you are lucky, you might spot the rare black-necked crane
Night stay- Leh
Day 9– Leh to Delhi (Flight / 1.30 hours)
Post early breakfast in your hotel we will leave for Airport to board flight to Delhi.
Night stay- Delhi (depending upon your onward journey)
Note: This is just a time bound sample itinerary indicative of how and what all could be explored. We can customise the tour as per your requirements. Set your expectations and we will offer memorable experience. Please reach out to us for personalised holiday experience.
All meals- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation for 9 Nights / 8 Days
All mode of domestic transportation
All the entry tickets
English speaking tour guide at all the locations
All the permits
Camel safari
International flight
Travel insurance
Any service / activity not mentioned in Itinerary
Expense of personal nature like laundry, entry tickets for camera etcetera
Optional tours / activities
Water sports activities
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