Explore Ladakh 7N 8D SXR -LEH 4 Star

7Nights/8Days

DURATION

Start: Srinagar / End: Leh

TRIP

Package for Ladakh 7Nights/8Days-Explore Ladakh

Ladakh, the land of jagged peaks and barren landscape is alluring and awe-inspiring. Hidden behind this harsh and forbidding façade is an ancient civilization and captivating people. Beyond the old frontiers lies the land of wilderness with its unaltered character and overwhelming natural beauty beckoning the more intense and adventurous of travelers. This awesome wildness and magic belongs to that great land of towering mountains and Buddhist simplicity – Ladakh. The largest of the 10 provinces of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is bordered by the Karakoram chain of mountains in the north and the Himalayas in the south. With the great Indus flowing right through Ladakh, the province is divided into Leh, the capital, Nubra, Zanskar, lower Ladakh and Rupshu. The many distinctive features of Ladakh are its uplands, craggy, barren cliffs and plateaus. Governed by a climate that provides about 50mm of each Year, Ladakh is cold and dry. One, therefore, will be faced with a long and bitter winter of frozen landscape but yet very beautiful, and a short, hot summer when the precious glaciers melt.

Tour Highlights

Experience Ladakh Culture

Explore High Altitude Desert

Explore Pangong Tso Lake

Adventures Leh

Explore Turtuk

Explore Leh Local Markets

Land of Monasteries

Land of Lamas

Tour Itinerary

DAY 01:- SRINAGAR TO KARGIL

Today after having breakfast at the hotel, start your journey towards Kargil road towards Kargil is very scenic. The first enchanting beauty which made you spell bound is drive through boulevard roadside Dal Lake, within two hours you left Srinagar and started running on the curves of Himalaya with spectacular Indus. As the time pass on your eyes experiencing the sparkle of green mountains with snow cap cover it. Then comes the climb up to Zojila pass (11575 ft) and the views are breath taking, further destination is Drass you can stop over for a cup of tea and experience why it is the second coldest inhabited place in the world. At Drass there situated War Memorial of 1999 war heroes. By the late evening you will reach at Kargil, overnight stay at Kargil hotel.

DAY 02:- KARGIL TO LEH

After breakfast drive to leh which is 234 km from Kargil, enroute visit the ancient rock statue of Maitreya Buddha at Mulbekh after that Namikala pass at height of (12139 ft).Further that another la that’s Fotola pass (13478 ft), later stop at Lamayuru monastery its one of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh, Moonland, Magnetic hill Which known as Gravity hill, further that you will reach the confluence of Zanskar & Indus River. Later Pathar sahib Gurudwara constructed in the memory of Guru Nanak it was built in 1517 to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev to Ladakh, by the evening you will reach at Leh, Overnight stay at Leh hotel.

DAY 03:- LEH TO NUBRA VALLEY

Today after having breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nubra valley (known as the valley of flower) and the warmest region in Ladakh via Khardungla. This road is considered to be the highest Motorable road of the world, en route admire the spectacular views of the never ending snow-capped mountain ranges around Khardungla (18380 ft) after some times at Khardungla, proceed to Nubra, Later you will reach the famous sand dunes of Hunder also known as “Desert in the Sky” you can enjoy camel safari on double humped bacterian camels at Hunder, Overnight stay at Hunder camp.

DAY 04:- HUNDER TO TURTUK

After having breakfast at the camp, start your drive to Turtuk, which is opened for the tourist in 2010. Turtuk was captured by India only after the 1971 war, the village Turtuk is one of the only Balti villages in India and lies right next to the LOC. The village’s inhabitants still use traditional utensils which are crafted from stone. Explore the village of Turtuk the village offers views of beautiful valley, part of Shayok valley. On clear days you can have glimpse of K2 mountain peak located across the border in Pakistan. Though a Muslim village, there are few Gompas located on the plateau above Shayok River and there is a old royal house to see in village. You will reach Turtuk by late afternoon, overnight stay at Turtuk or Go Back to Hunder (Nubra Valley) for a comfortable overnight stay.

DAY 05:- TURTUK TO PANGONG

After having breakfast at guest house, start your drive towards Pangong via Shayok. On the way crossing village chulunkha, Hunder and Diskit monastery, this monastery is the oldest monastery and largest Buddhist monastery in Nubra valley. It belongs to Gelukspa sect of the Tibetan Buddhism. It was built by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD, after that turn to your left for Shayok its total off road. By the evening you will reach Pangong Lake, this lake acts an important breeding ground for variety of birds such as bar headed goose, Brahmini ducks. The lake also supports a number of species of wildlife including Kiang and Marmot. The lake is largest salted lake in the world located at height of 14256 ft. Overnight stay at Pangong camp.

DAY 06:- PANGONG TO LEH

In the morning watch the mesmerizing view of sunrise over the lake and the barren mountains which appear golden due to sun rays. After that having breakfast at the campsite, leave for leh via Changla pass. On the way back visit Hemis monastery it is one of the most famous and largest monasteries in Ladakh. This beautiful monastery belongs to Drukpa order and was founded in the early 17th century. Visit Thiksey monastery this monastery is considered to be the one of the most beautiful monasteries in Ladakh and belong to the Gelukspa order. You can also visit 3 idiots school at Shey village is also known as Druk Padma Karpo School, the school shot popularity after it was featured in bollywood 3 idiots. 3 idiots school shows rich culture of Ladakh. By the evening you will reach at Leh, Overnight stay at Leh hotel.

DAY 07:- LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Today after having breakfast at hotel, you will proceed for the local sightseeing, visits Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace. Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist religious monument built by Indian based Japanese monk whose purpose was to spread Buddhism by building such Stupa. Further that you will visit Leh Palace. It was built in the 17th century by King Sengey Namgyal, Leh palace is a former royal palace in leh its nine storey building and Hall of Fame. After that have lunch and explore leh Markets. By the evening you will reach at the hotel, overnight stay at Leh hotel.

DAY 08:- DEPART FROM LEH

Morning breakfast at hotel, transfer to Leh airport to board your flight towards your home, and enjoy yet again a beautiful flight over the great Himalayas.

Hotel Info.

4 Star Accommodations

4 Star Accommodations
City	Hotel	No of Nights
Leh	Hotel Ladakh Residency or Sera Courtyard	3
Nubra	Hunder Sarai	2
Pangong	Pangong Sarai	1
Kargil	Highland Mountain Resort	1

5 Star Accommodations

5 Star Accommodations
City	Hotel	No of Nights
Leh	Hotel Grand Dragon	3
Nubra	Mystique Meadows Earth Homes	2
Pangong	Pangong Retreat or Alpine Huts	1
Kargil	The Kargil	1

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation in the hotels listed or similar hotels.
3 Night stay at Hotel In Leh
1 Night stay at Hotel in Kargil
1 Night stay at Camp in Pangong
2 Night stay at Camp in Nubra
Sight seeing as per tour itinerary
Inner line Permit Included
Lodging: 2 Deluxe Rooms + 1 Extra Bed will be provided
Meals – Daily Breakfast and Dinner is included
Transportation – Entire round trip journey by Private Non-Ac Vehicle as per group strength
All Toll Taxes, Parking Charges & Driver Allowances included

Tour Exclusions

Air/Bus Fares/Train Fares.
Flight fares are Dynamic and subject to availability.
Any other item not specified in cost includes.
Big / Small Vehicle will be provided as per the group size.
Any Kind of Insurance.
Any kind of Activities.
Any kind of drinks such as alcoholic, mineral water, soft drinks etc
Extra meal order
Monastery entrance fees, camera fees, and monument fees
Entry fees to Ladakh & Red Cross fees
At the time of booking bring Birth Certificate of child traveling below 5 yrs.
Overseas Holidays will not be responsible if the flight is delayed or cancelled.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
On case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restriction may be cancelled the tour, in such cases we will provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.