Overview
Ladakh has gained popularity as a destination for adventure enthusiasts. The region offers trekking opportunities with routes like the Markha Valley Trek and the Chadar Trek on the frozen Zanskar River. Additionally, Ladakh is known for its challenging mountain passes, including Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable roads.
Itinerary
Arrival Leh Kushok Bakula Airport (This must be one of the Most Sensational Flights in the World. On a clear day from one side of the aircraft can be seen in the distance the peaks of K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum and on the other side of the aircraft, so close that you feel you could reach out and touch it, is the Nun Kun massif.) Upon arrival you will met by our representative and transfer to Hotel for Check in. Complete day for rest and leisure to acclimatize followed by Welcome tea or Coffee at the Hotel. Evening visit Shanti Stupa. Later visit the market (stay for 01hour only). Return back to the hotel / Guest house for Overnight stay.
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to Gurudwara Patthar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence Of The Indus And Zanskar River. After visiting above places we drive back to Lehenroute visiting Spituk Monastery, Built in 15th century during the reign of Grags ‘bum- lde, these new Gelug-pa monastery was built like fortress on the summit of crags. Later return back to Leh. Rest of the day free on own.
Post Breakfast we drive to Khardung La (The Highest Motor able 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. The views from the top of the pass are amazing. Return to the hotel on time for lunch.
In the afternoon you can stroll around the market place (on your own) . Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
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 spending some time at Pangong We drive back to Leh in the late afternoon. Rest of the day free on own. Overnight at Hotel in Leh.
Tour concludes. Thanks you for your patronage. Transfer to Leh Airport to catch the flight to your onward Destination.
Package Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Assistance upon arrival and departure in Leh
- All Hotel/guest house or camp accommodation on Double/twin/triple Sharing Basis as per option selected
- Meal Plan MAP basis (Bed tea+ Breakfast + Dinner). (04 Breakfast + 04 Dinner)
- Welcome in Hotel/Guest house with Ladakhi style tea .
- All transfers, sightseeing & overland journey by non-air-condition Scorpio, Tavera, Qualis , Xylo, Tempo
- Traveller in Budget Category (as per the option selected ) as per the programme, point to point
- basis , not at disposal (pick up from Leh airport till Leh airport drop)
- All transfers, sightseeing & overland journey by non-air-condition Xylo, Innova or Tempo traveler in
- Standard & Deluxe Category (as per the option selected ) as per the programme, point to
- point basis , not at disposal (pick up from Leh airport till Leh airport drop)
- Airport Transfer at Leh in Van/Eeco/Tavera/Qualis/ Scorpio/ Xylo (as per availability)
- Permit charges - (wild life fee, red cross fee, inner line permits to Nubra valley & Pangong lake , ladakh
- entry fee )
- INNER PERMIT
- First Aid Medical kit (basic) in taxi.
- All applicable luxury/ road taxes.
Exclusions
- GST
- Airfare / Bus Fare
- Rafting charges
- Monument & museum entry fee, guide fee, camera fee, camel rides, rafting etc
- Tentative Itinerary schedules may change as per operational availability.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), Ropeway, porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Room Heater Charges.
- Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
- Note – Above cost is valid for minimum 04 person travelling together
Hotel Details –
Hotel Galu Residency / Takshila / Galsa Inn / similar
Payment Policy
- Deposit of 50% of the holiday cost if travel date is 50 days or more from the date of booking
- Deposit of 70% of the holiday cost if travel date is 35-30 days or more from the date of booking
- Deposit of 100% of the holiday cost if travel date is 26 days or more from the date of booking
Cancellation Policy
- Deposit of 40% of the holiday cost if travel date is 50 days or more from the date of booking
- Deposit of 50% of the holiday cost if travel date is 35-21 days or more from the date of booking
- Deposit of 100% of the holiday cost if travel date is 25 days or more from the date of booking
Terms and Condition
- Twin /double bed may be allotted as per hotel discretion at the time of check in (subject to availability)
- The surface transport cost (train etc.) for outstation passengers joining this tour at the departure hubs is not mentioned.
- Airport taxes are included at the price list.