Overview:
Leh Ladakh is a dream come true! A vast landscape of enchanting and unspoilt natural beauty. Explore the serene Pangong Lake, admire the snow-capped peaks, witness the confluence of Indus & Zanskar rivers and enjoy the colourful Tibetan monasteries, vibrant culture and rich heritage of the Ladakhis.
Day 1 Leh Airport – Hotel (1 Night)
Welcome to Leh airport, where you will be met and assisted by your driver with transfer to your hotel. You have rest of the day at leisure to acclimatize yourself to the high altitude of Ladakh. Overnight stay in Leh.
As per Government regulations, stay at Pangong is subject to operation. In which case the stay will be arranged in Leh. If there are more than 6 people travelling together 2 separate vehicles will be provided at an additional price.
Day 2 Leh – Alchi/Uletokpo (1 Night) (Approx 70 kms; 3 Hours)
After breakfast proceed to Alchi/Uletokpo. Enroute visit Hall of Fame museum: A glorious museum constructed by the Indian Army and worth a visit for every citizen. Gurudwara Shri Patthar Sahib: Gurudwara Pathar Sahib stands at the place where Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikh religion and the first guru, is believed to have vanquished a demon. Magnetic Hill: Defying the Law of gravity, this place is close to the Gurdwara Shri Patthar Sahib. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up-hill that’s the Believe it or not and Sangam: Confluence of Zanskar and Indus River. Overnight stay in Alchi / Uletokpo.
Day 3 Alchi/Uletokpo – Leh (1 Night)
Today after breakfast proceed to 1000 years old Alchi monastery Dhammchakra Centre. Later drive to Leh, enroute visiting Basgo Fort, Spituk monastery and Kali Mata Temple. Evening free to stroll around Leh market. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Leh.
Day 4 Leh – Nubra Valley –120 Kms 4/5hrs
After Breakfast proceed to Nubra Valley via Khardungla Pass (Highest Motorable road in the World, 18,380 ft) Arrive at Nubra Valley by Afternoon, and rest of the day is free to explore Nubra Valley and camel Safari in Sand Dunes. Overnight stay at the Hotel in Nubra Valley.
Day 5 Nubra Valley
After breakfast, proceed to visit Hot spring & Samstanling monastery. Overnight at Hotel in Nubra Valley.
Day 6 Nubra – Leh
After breakfast proceed for Leh, once again driving via Khardungla Pass. In the evening you have the option explore Leh Bazaar for souvenir shopping, Jokhang: A small gompa in the main bazaar by foot on your own. Overnight in Leh.
Day 7 Leh – Pangong Lake (Approx 140 kms ; 5 hours)
After breakfast proceed to Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 feet on Indo China border. Enroute visit Thiksey Monastery. On arrival, check into your camp at Pangong Lake. A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometers at its widest point to which foreigners are permitted, is only some seven km along the southern shore from the head of the lake, but it affords spectacular views of the mountains of the Changchenmo range to the north, their reflection shimmering in the ever-changing blues and greens of the lakes brackish water. Above Spangmik are the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Pangong range. Overnight at a camp hotel at Pangong Lake.
As per Government regulations, stay at Pangong is subject to operation. In which case the stay will be arranged in Leh.
Day 8 Leh – Pangong – Leh (1 Night)
After breakfast transfer to Leh. Afternoon at leisure for optional activities. Overnight stay at hotel in Leh.
Day 9 Leh – departure to hometown
Today after breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport to board your flight to your next destination or hometown. Holiday Concludes. Let’s stay in touch on Facebook\email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!