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Captivating Ladakh Captivating Ladakh Starting From :Rs.:65399 Per Person 7 Days / 6 Nights Ladakh .......... Package Description Captivating Ladakh Nubra Valley, located to the northeast of Ladakh Valley, is often referred to as the valley of flowers. It is a popular destination for tourists especially those who look for trekking opportunities. There are also several villages in the valley that are popular spots for tourists to visit. Diskit is well known for its delicious apricots. There is also a monastery in Diskit that is 350 years old. The road that connects Diskit to the village of Hunder is a popular road to take for tourists as they hope to glimpse the Bactrian camels that roam around here. Hunder is home to an ancient monastery with beautiful frescos as well as a statue of Buddha. Panamik is a picturesque little village. In addition to beautiful views, a hot water spring present in the village draws several tourists to visit. Overall, Nubra offers tourists an adventurous holiday while being surrounded Copyright © www.makeyourticket.com by natural beauty. Pangong Tso is a salt lake in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Situated in the midst of the Himalayas, the lake lies at the Indo-China border with part of the lake in India and the rest in China. The lake is devoid of any fish and only crustaceans inhabit the lake at present. Pangong Tso is a hotspot for tourists as the region draws several migratory birds every year. These include a variety of gulls, ducks, and geese. There are also a number of interesting animals that has made this region their home. Villages around Pangong reflect the rich Buddhist culture that the people have imbibed over time. This beautiful lake surrounded by picturesque villages is a popular destination for avid trekkers. Also, if you visit the region and want to try your hands (or more like feet) at mountain climbing, there is a mountaineering school that organises classes for climbers. Leh is an enchanting utopia that literally makes you feel on top of the world. A prominent city in the Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir, it is a place where the stars shine brighter and the majestic Himalayas loom over you. For the travelers who really want to experience peaceful bliss with a slice of adventure, Leh is the perfect destination. You can engage in adrenaline- pumping adventure sports of the place or discover your spiritual side in one of the district' s numerous monasteries, such as Thiksey Monastery and Shanti Stupa. Adventure lovers, bikers in particular, will love to explore the never- ending stretches of mountain paths around the city. Equally fascinating is the culture of Leh. Kind-hearted people with warm smiles on their faces, greet you wherever you go and make you feel at home. Roam around the narrow paths of the City Market, and get engulfed with the irresistible aroma of Tibetan food. Check out beautiful souvenirs and handicrafts and indulge in window shopping. Revisit history at the ruins of majestic Leh palace. Leh also acts as a gateway to other mesmerizing areas of Ladakh. The famous Pangong Lake is just 140 km away. En route, you can stop at Chang La pass, which is always covered with pearly-white snow. Be fascinated with the mysterious gravity- defying Magnetic Hill. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Leh proves Copyright © www.makeyourticket.com to be an unforgettable retreat. .......... Itinerary Day.1 Arrival at Leh Arrive Kushok Bakula airport Leh - 3500m above sea level. Get aboard the waiting vehicle and transfer to hotel. Check-in at the hotel. Today the complete day is for rest and leisure to get you acclimatized. In the evening visit Leh Market & Shanti Stupa. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel. Meals:Only Dinner Included Day.2 Leh (Full Day Excursion) Post breakfast we drive towards Kargil road and start our sightseeing with Hall of Fame near Leh, which is worth a visit for every citizen. It is a museum constructed by the Indian army. Next visit Kali Mata Temple and Spituk Gompa of Ladakh which dates back to the 11th century. A three- chapel monastery, Spituk is located at a distance of approximately 8 km from the town of Leh. Gurudwara Patthar Sahib - nestled deep in the Himalayas, was built by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev. A drive of another 4 km takes us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up further. Driving through a picturesque landscape we reach the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers, 4 km before Nimmu village. Return to the hotel, savour dinner and stay overnight at the Hotel. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner Day.3 Leh to Nubra Valley After an early breakfast we drive to NUBRA VALLEY, through KHARDUNG-LA the highest motorable road in the world at 18,390 ft, around 39kms from Leh. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the valley of flowers. It is situated to the North of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh range of Himalayas. In the afternoon visit Hunder Monastery. Hunder is one of the remote villages in the Ladakh district of India's northernmost State of Jammu and Kashmir. Lying close to the border between India and Pakistan in the north-western part of Ladakh, the village of Hunder comprises settlers that include Ladakhis and Tibetans. You can visit the SAND DUNES here to enjoy a camel safari (Optional on direct payment basis). Overnight stay at Nubra. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner Day.4 Nubra Valley to Leh After breakfast at the camp, visit Diskit Monastery en route to Leh. The Diskit Gompa of Leh Ladakh dates back to the 14th century and owes its inception to Changzem Tserab Zangpo, a Copyright © www.makeyourticket.com disciple of Tsong-kha-pa. At the heart of Diskit Monastery is an elevated cupola, which stands adorned with a beautiful fresco that illustrates the Tashilhunpo Gompa of Tibet. There are a number of shrines inside the monastery's complex, like Kangyu-lang, Tsangyu-lang, etc. Also, hundreds of Mongolian and Tibetan texts have found their storehouse inside these temples. Diskit Gompa has quite an interesting legend attached to it. It is believed that a Mongol demon once lived here and was considered to be a sworn enemy of Buddhism. Afternoon rest and relax or take a walk to the local market. Overnight stay at hotel. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner Day.5 Leh to Pangong Lake After an early breakfast, leave for the mesmeric Pangong Tso en route visiting Shey Palace. The Palace and Monastery of Shey, an impressive complex on a hill, was constructed on the orders of King Deldan Namgyal in 1655 AD. It houses one of the largest golden Buddha statues in the country. After the visit, continue towards Pangong, passing through Changla pass, which is around 5360 metres high. Pangong Lake, situated at 4267 metres above sea level, is famed for its serenity. A long narrow basin of inland drainage, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. Though open to tourists, the lake and its surrounding are under army surveillance. Evening at leisure. After dinner, retire to your tented camp near Pangong Lake. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner Day.6 Pangong Lake to Leh Post breakfast, you are free to explore, and capture the beauty of the lake in your cameras. Drive back to Leh, enroute visiting Hemis Gompa – the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism. As soon as you reach Leh, check-in at the hotel and take some rest. After dinner, retire to your hotel room. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner Day.7 Depart Leh In the morning transfer to the airport to board the flight for your onward destination. Meals:Breakfast and Dinner .......... Inclusions *04 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Leh .. *01 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Nubra .. *01 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Pangong .. *Breakfast and Dinners.. *Transportation and sightseeing by Non-AC Xylo / Scorpio or similar.. *Environmental, Wild life & Red cross Fee.. .......... Exclusions *5% GST extra.. Copyright © www.makeyourticket.com *All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.. *Anything not mentioned in inclusions.. *Air fare /train fare.. .......... Hotel Details & Price Hotel Name Star Twin Sharing Child With Bed Child Without Bed 3 Star 3 Rs.65,399 Rs.5,000 Rs.2,500 .......... Highlights *04 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Leh .. *01 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Nubra .. *01 Nights accommodation on twin sharing Basis at Pangong .. *Breakfast and Dinners.. *Transportation and sightseeing by Non-AC Xylo / Scorpio or similar.. *Environmental, Wild life & Red cross Fee.. .......... Sightseeing Leh - 2 Nights Nubra - 1 Night Leh - 1 Night Pangong - 1 Night Leh - 1 Night Nubra Valley, located to the northeast of Ladakh Valley, is often referred to as the valley of flowers. It is a popular destination for tourists especially those who look for trekking opportunities. There are also several villages in the valley that are popular spots for tourists to visit. Diskit is well known for its delicious apricots. There is also a monastery in Diskit that is 350 years old. The road that connects Diskit to the village of Hunder is a popular road to take for tourists as they hope to glimpse the Bactrian camels that roam around here. Hunder is home to an ancient monastery with beautiful frescos as well as a statue of Buddha.
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