Leh Ladakh Heights Adventure Tour

Leh » Sham Valley » Khardungla » Nubra Valley » Pangong » Chang-la » Stok village » Leh

From

35999.00

Duration

8 days

Overview

Regarding the location:

The highest motorable crossings in the world, as well as the breathtaking grandeur of snow-capped mountains, await you in the Leh area. Ladakh is quickly becoming India’s most Adorable destination, with breathtaking scenery, beautiful frozen lakes, and winding roads. It’s on everyone’s bucket list. It provides you with a stay in a magnificent mountain valley with a starlit sky at night.

Quick info:

Route: Leh – Sham Valley – Khardungla- Nubra Valley – Pangong – Chang-la – Stok village – Leh.

Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights

Start point:  Leh Airport

Endpoint: Leh Airport

Passes covered: Khardung-la (18,000 ft) and Chang-la (17,688 ft)

Included/Exclude

  • Airport pick up and drop as per your flight timings
  • Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Innova/Xylo/Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
  • Stay on a double (couples and special requests) and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels/Camps
  • Buffet breakfast and dinner on all days
  • Assured Inner-Line Permit for all restricted areas
  • Wildlife Fee and Environmental Fee
  • Highly-Experienced driver cum guide
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Oxygen cylinder and basic first-aid during the tour.
  • Camping with an evening bonfire
Things not to miss: 
  • Enjoy Thukpa, traditional Ladakhi cuisine at The Tibetan Kitchen restaurant
  • Hangout at Lala's Art Cafe for a tall glass of Italian coffee
  • River rafting at the world’s highest river-rafting point, Sangam
  • Ride the remarkable double-humped (Bactrian) camels exclusively found at Nubra valley
  • Feast on delicious Maggi at the Khardungla-pass
  • Shop souvenirs for friends and family at the Leh Market

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards
Car Parking
Free Coupons
Outdoor Seating
Reservations

Tour Plan

On arrival at Kushok Bakula airport Leh - 3500m above sea level you will be transferred to the hotel and check in. Half-day at rest for acclimatization. Evening drive to Visit Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist white-domed Stupa on a hilltop in Changspa, It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura and is part of the Peace Pagoda mission. Later visit Leh Palace. In the evening walk around the local market. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel in Leh.

The day starts with the Hall of Fame, which was constructed by the Indian Army to commemorate the sacrifice of soldiers during the Indo-Pak wars, Kali Mata Temple, followed by Spituk Gompa - an 11th-century structure, Next on the list of attractions is the majestic Gurudwara Patthar Sahib. Nestled deep in the Himalayas, it was constructed by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to honor the visit of Guru Nanak Dev - the founder of the Sikh faith. Drive another few km to witness the magic of Magnetic Hill that defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked in neutral gear on this metallic road, it seems to slide up and further. Driving through a picturesque landscape, we reach the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers. Proceed back to Hotel via the same route. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel in Leh.

Today in the morning drive to Nubra valley, driving over the highest motored pass in the world. The exciting journey through serpentine roads leads you to the Khardungla Pass at an awesome height of 5550 meters. We stop at the pass to admire and click some photographs of the fantastic view. The valley is situated on an old caravan route at the confluence of the Shayok and the Nubra rivers. On the way visit the charming valley, of Deskit – the tiny capital of Nubra. We will visit the Deskit Gompa, perched on a rocky spur above the village, with a commanding view of the entire valley. At Deskit Monastery you will visit the 106-feet high, a statue of Maitreya Buddha atop on the hill. The monastery has intriguing images of many deities. From Deskit we will drive to Hunder past an area of sand dunes and get acquainted with the famous Bactrian camels, a small population of shaggy double-humped animals, which in the old days, were used as pack animals on the Central Asian Trade routes are now used as riding animals in the high deserts. We will ride the double hump camel under on a direct payment basis. In the evening we will drive back to the camp/hotel. Dinner and overnight in camp/hotel at Nubra

One of the most fascinating journeys in Ladakh is a less popular destination recently opened for tourists, if you have a thirst for a beautiful location this is the place. En route spectacular mountain ranges and Villages. This region is controlled mainly by the Ladakh Scouts a rear department of the Indian Army. A border village that was recaptured by the Indian Army in 1971. Locals have relatives across the border (Line of Control) and depend mainly on farming vegetables, and apricot besides providing mules and porters. Baltistan a beautiful village with charming people "On the night of December 13, 1971, the people of this village went to sleep in Pakistan. The next morning, they woke up in India." We are in Turtuk, listening to a villager recount the history of this remote northwest corner of Ladakh, which until that night was part of Baltistan in PoK. A full day rough excursion and evening back to Nubra Valley. Overnight in camp/hotel at Nubra.

After breakfast at camp/hotel, we drive to our next destination Pangong Lake (situated at 14, 500 ft above sea level) via Shayok and onto Tang Tse and Spangmik (Pangong). It’s a short cut and it's a beautiful route. The road follows the Shayok river and climbs up a mountain before finally descending into Shayok village. It takes less than an hour to reach Shayok, and you will be delighted at the sight of the rather big village surrounded by barren mountains, the entire setting being very picturesque. Afternoon we reach Pangong Lake and enjoy your day at Pangong Lake. Dinner and overnight stay at camp.

Get up early morning to witness the sunrise view at the lake. Enjoy your breakfast and drive back to Leh via Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs. Arrive in Leh and check in at the hotel. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.

After a leisurely breakfast, we drive to visit Hemis Monastery situated 45km west of Leh, Hemis is the largest and the wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. From Hemis, you are driven back taking the same route to visit Thiksey Monastery, located on a hill-lock with formidable views of the Indus valley. Thiksey is especially noteworthy for its gigantic seated statue of the Maitreya Buddha and is also known for its (Dukhang) assembly hall which houses hundreds of rectangular prayer books, stacked between wooden covers and bound in silk. After that, we continue to drive through a series of chortens to visit Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh. Overnight stay at the hotel

After an early breakfast you will be transfer to airport to board the flight towards your further journey.

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50

Min Age

12+

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