Day                                                      :           01

Route                                                  :            Airport – Leh (By Air) (11562 i.e. 3524 mts.)

Arrival on Leh Airport, you will meet one of our representatives and drive towards Hotel. Meet and greet at the hotel. Welcome drink on arrival. We recommend you to take complete rest on the first day to enable yourself to acclimatize to the rarefied air at the high altitude.

Overnight stay in Hotel at Leh

Day                                                        :               02

Route                                                    :               Shey, Thiksey & Stok Gompa

After breakfast visit the famous monasteries of Leh Shey, Thiksey and Stok Gompa.

Shey: it was the ancient capital of Ladakh and even after Singge Namgyal built the more imposing palace at Leh, the kings continued to regard Shey, as their real home. The importance which was attached to Shey ‐ the seat of Ladakh’s heartland ‐ is attested by the enormous number of Chorten about the village, particularly around the palace complex and barren plain to the north of the road.

Thiksey: is one of the largest and most impressive Gompas. There are several temples in this Gompa containing images, stupas and exquisite wall paintings. It also houses a two ‐ storied statue of Buddha which has the main prayer hall around its shoulder.

Stok Gompa: of Ladakh is situated at a distance of approximately 15 km to the South of the Leh town. It dates back to the 14th century and was founded by Lama Lhawang Lotus. 

Overnight stay in Hotel at Leh

Day                                                        :               03

Route                                                    :               Leh to Alchi (11562 i.e. 3524 mts)

After breakfast, we start our drive to Alchi, 70 Kms west of Leh. On the way visit the famous Gurdwara Pathar Sahib, the Magnetic Hill and Hall of Fame.

You will reach we visit Alchi Village and the monastery. Alchi’s large temple complex founded in the 11th Century is regarded as one of the most important Buddhist Centres in Ladakh and a jewel of monastic skill. You will also have an opportunity to witness villagers using primitive methods to grind the wheat along the road side.

Overnight stay in Hotel at Alchi

Day                                                        :               04

Route                                                    :               Alchi to Leh (11562 i.e. 3524 mts)

Early morning drive to Lamayuru which is 55 Kms from Alchi. The 11th century monastery, one of the earliest seats of lamaistic learning and most picturesque monastery in Ladakh. The oldest monastery of Ladakh. The Lamayuru “Yungdrung” Gompa is remarkably built on a: rock around 125 Kms west of Leh on the Leh Srinagar highway. It belongs to the Dringungpa order of Tibetan Buddhism. Drive back to Leh.

Overnight stay in Hotel at Leh

Day                                                        :               05

Route                                                    :               Leh to Nubra (10000 i.e. 3250 mts)

After breakfast at Hotel drive towards Nubra valley via Khardung La pass (18350 feet), which is the highest motorable pass, by surface passing thru Horzey & Gangles Village. On arrival in Nubra Valley, you can drive to Diskit village which is the HQ Town of Nubra Valley and can also explore Diskit Monastery. You can drive for 30 Kms which will takes you to Khalsar Bridge. Later you can drive from Diskit to Hunder, where you will be able to see a few Double Humped, Hairy and Bactrian Camels

Overnight stay in Hotel/camp at Nubra Valley

Day                                                        :               06

Route                                                    :               Nubra to Turtuk to Nubra (10000 i.e. 3250 mts)

After breakfast leave for full day trip to Turtuk. Turtuk is a village of in the Leh district of Jammu and Kashmir It is located in the Nubra tehsil, 205 km from the Leh town, on the banks of the Shyok River. Turtuk was under Pakistan’s control until 1971, after which India gained control of this strategic area. Geographically, Turtuk lies in the Baltistan Region and is one among four such villages in India, the other three being Tyakshi, Chalunkha and Thang. It is predominantly a Muslim village, and residents speak languages including Balti, Ladakhi and Urdu. Turtuk is the last outpost in India after which the Pakistan-controlled Gilgit-Baltistan begins. Turtuk is one of the gateways to the Siachen Glacier. Evening come back to Nubra.

Overnight stay in Camp at Nubra Valley

Day                                                        :               07

Route                                                    :               Nubra to Pangong via Shayok River (14270 i.e. 4350 mts) 

After breakfast at Nubra valley drive toward Pangong Lake via Shayok. The name Pangong is derived from the Tibetan word Banggong Co meaning long, narrow, enchanted lake. There is a narrow ramp-like formation of land that runs into the lake which is a favourite among tourists and photographers. Due to the saltiness in the water of the lake, there is very less micro-vegetation. There are no fish or other aquatic life in the lake, except for some small crustaceans. However, numerous ducks and gulls over and on the lake surface can be spotted in plenty. There are some species of scrub and perennial herbs that grow in the marshes around the lake. On the way visit Durbuk, Tangste & Lukung.

Overnight stay in Hotel/camp at Pangong Lake

Day                                                        :               08

Route                                                    :               Pangong Lake to Tso-moriri

After breakfast you can go for a walk on famous Pangong Lake and can enjoy the beauty of Lake and then you will start your trip for Tso-moriri Lake, by driving through Korzok (230km).You will also drive along the Indus River up to Mahe Bridge. On the way you can see many beautiful villages of Changthang valley, Hot Sulphur Spring at Chumathang and many Nomadic Camps with their domestic animals like Pashmina Goats, Yaks and Sheep’s. The Tso-moriri Lake is 23 km long and 10-15 km wide and the panoramic view of the Lake is amazing with Turquoise coloured water.

Overnight stay in Hotel/Camps at Tso-moriri Lake

Day                                                        :               09

Route                                                    :               Tso-moriri Lake to Leh

After breakfast you will drive back to Leh, en route visit Chumathang Hot sulphur springs. Evening free in Leh bazaar.

Overnight stay in Hotel at Leh

Day                                                        :               10

Route                                                    :               Leh to Airport (Departure)

After breakfast transfer from Leh to Airport to catch flight for onward destination with Sweet Holiday memories

Service Ends

Leh:- Hotel Rafica / Hotel Ladakh Palace / Hotel Grand Yasmin / Hotel Chonjor Residency

Pangong :- Martsemik Camps

Nubra :- Organic Retreat Camps / Royal Camps

Tso-moriri:- Tso-moriri Resorts & Camps

Alchi :- Alchi Resorts

SERVICE INCLUSION:

• 09 Nights’ Accommodations at Specified Hotels on Double/Triple sharing basis with attached bathrooms.
• MAPAI – Room + Breakfast + Dinner will be provided.
• All transport Services as per the itinerary by 01 Non A/C Scorpio/Xylo.
• Airport pickup and airport drop service included.
• Sightseeing Tours/Transfers/Excursions as per the itinerary.
• Meeting and Assistance on Arrival and Dep by our representative/driver.
• Inner Line Permits/Wild Life Fees/Environmental fee/ Red Cross fee included.
• Vehicle is exclusive for you. (Not on sharing basis)
• 5% GST included on advance payment only.

SERVICE EXCLUSION:

• Any kind of personal expenses or other sightseeing tour options not mentioned in the tour programme.
• Guide Services @ 2000/- Per day (English Speaking).
• Airfare (To & Fro)
• Medical and Travel Insurance.
• Oxygen Cylinder.
• Camel Safari.

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