Ladakh, known as the Land of High Passes, is famous for dramatic landscapes, rugged mountains, clear blue skies, and rich Tibetan Buddhist culture. Located in the northern Himalayas, it offers stunning monasteries, high-altitude lakes, thrilling mountain passes, and scenic road journeys, making it a paradise for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
Leh:
Leh, the capital of Ladakh, is known for Leh Palace, vibrant markets, monasteries, local culture, and stunning mountain views.
Monasteries:
Ladakh’s monasteries, like Hemis and Thiksey, reflect Tibetan Buddhist culture, ancient architecture, colorful prayer flags, festivals, and peaceful spiritual atmosphere.
Pangong Lake:
Pangong Lake is a breathtaking high-altitude lake known for crystal blue waters, changing colors, dramatic mountains, and peaceful surroundings.
Khardung La:
Khardung La is one of the world’s highest motorable passes, offering spectacular Himalayan views and gateway access to Nubra Valley.
Nubra Valley:
Nubra Valley is known for sand dunes, double-humped Bactrian camels, monasteries, scenic villages, and stunning landscapes between mountains and rivers.
SUPPLEMENTS:
DAY 01: ARRIVE LEH
Arrival Leh by morning flight and transfer to the hotel. After welcome drink take a complete rest for acclimatization to the height altitude of Leh (3500 meters). In the late afternoon drive to the city for an orientation walk in the markets‚ followed by a visit to Shanti Stupa‚ Leh palace.
Dinner and overnight in hotel.
DAY 02: LEH EXCURSION TO MONASTERIES (40 KMS / 02 HRS – ONE WAY)
Post Breakfast we proceed for Indus Valley Monastery Starting with Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism, Thiksey Monastery an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village, Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh, 3 Idiots Rancho School & Sindhu Ghat. After visiting above places, we drive back to Leh.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03: LEH - EXCURSION TO PANGONG LAKE – 14,000 FT. (140 KMS / 4 - 5 HRS – ONE WAY)
After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. The long easy ascent takes you to Changla pass through its winding roads passing through Sakti Village. Stop at the Changla Pass for a quick photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can relax for a cup of tea. Leaving Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangong Lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m).
This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 Kms wide and over 133 Kms long with half of its running the other side of the "INDO CHINA BORDER". One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable. After the success of 3 Idiots, this beautiful natural location has attracted more tourists from all over the world. After spending some time at Pangong We drive back to Leh in the late afternoon.
Overnight at Hotel in Leh
DAY 04: LEH–NUBRA VALLEY VIA KHARDUNG LA 18,390 FT. (120 KMS / 4 – 5 HRS)
Post breakfast we drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (Second Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level.
Upon arrival in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world.
Overnight Stay at the Camp or Hotel
DAY 05: NUBRA VALLEY – LEH (120 KMS / 4 – 5 HRS)
In the morning drive to Diskit (Headquarters of Nubra) and visit Diskit Monastery. Later, drive back to Leh, reaching in the late afternoon. Rest of the day to explore the markets.
Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
DAY 06: DEPART LEH (FLY OUT)
Tour concludes. Through a punctual transfer to the Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward destination.
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