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Ladakh Adventure with Date: 20th to 27th May 2020 (Duration- 7 N / 8 D)

Tour Highlights:

Sightseeing

Palace, Shay Palace, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fam, Indus View point, Magnetic Hill, Confluence View point ● , Gurudwara Patthar Saheb, ,, Monastery, ● Valley, Khardungla pass ● Pangong lake- movie shooting location ● Pass ● 3 Idiot Fame -Rancho School Activities: • Double Humped Bacterian Camel ride at Hunder Sand Dunes • Lunch at the banks of river • Dinner with laddakhi family at Stock Village • Cooking class with Dinner at local family Home in Stock Village • Village walk and interaction with at Turtuk • Village walk in Last Village of Indian Border with - Turtuk • Thang Village (last village before LOC) • River Rafting with lunch • Cultural Show • Airport/ Hotel Transfers • Intercity transfers • All entrance fees

Meals : 7 Breakfast,2 Lunch,7 Dinner

Accommodation : Leh – Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar, Nubra-Desert Oasis Camp or Similar, Pangong-The camp or Similar

Services: Travel Insurance, PnF Buddy, English Speaking Guide

Travel : Tempo Traveller

What makes you choose Leh-Ladakh as your‘ ME’ time destination Ladakh, The land of high passes, great mountains, beautiful starry nights, and the timeless beauty called Pangong lake is part of what is commonly called paradise on earth. It is the coldest desert, lain between the highest mountains, it belongs to the most loving people, it has the biggest clearest sky and raw breath catching beauty of shimmering lakes. The old kingdom of , with stupas, and , with mystic , old traditions and a myriad of different cultures, comes alive in the markets, traditional festivals and the welcoming nature of ladkhi people.

Day 1-Arrive at Leh - The white desert (11,500 ft/3524 m) Get transferred to your hotel with traditional Khataks welcome, Chai and Coffee. While you get accustomed to the altitude, take the day to watch the mountains and just relax at the hotel. In the evening, visit the historic Shanti Stupa, the magnificent Leh Palace and the colorful Leh Bazaar to buy those beautiful traditional earrings and dresses. Dinner and stay at the hotel.

Stay : Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar Meal: Dinner

Day 2- Day Excursion to the Valley of History - Have an early breakfast to start the day on a full stomach. Full day sightseeing tour of Palace, Sindhu Ghat, Thiksey and , (museum & royal residence). Hemis is situated 45 Km west of Ladakh, Hemis Monastery is one of the most wealthiest and largest monastery of ladakh later drive back from the same route to visit Thiksay Monastery which is famous for its gigantic statue of Materaya lastly we visit Shey Palace the summer hub of Namgyal Dynasty kings before heading to village for a lovely home cooked meal with a Ladakhi family & you may also get a chance to learn how to make famous . End the long day at the hotel.

Stay : Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3- From the Desert to the valley at the end – Nubra Another early breakfast to keep you awake on the beautiful drive of Approx.135 KM from Leh to Nubra Valley. Leave at 8 am and drive to pass (18380 ft), the highest motorable pass in the world. Stop to click those selfies as you stand higher than you ever have and look down at the frozen world below. Reach Diskit (headquarter of Nubra valley) by noon and check in at the hotel/camp and have Hot lunch. Walk around the village or just relax. Evening visit , and Sand dunes in Hunder Village 7 km from Diskit and enjoy a ride of Double Humped bacterian Camels (at your expense). Delicious dinner and comfortable stay at the camp.

Stay : Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Turtuk & Thang Village with the Raja

Wake up to a beautiful morning and have breakfast at the camp before heading to Turtuk Village, the last border village won by in 1971. Walk around, work on those photography skills and find nice spots to sit at. Visit the Raja’s family to learn about , Skardo and India Pakistan War and brush up on the ancient . We will also take you to last Indian village Thang before LOC of Turtuk district. From here you can clearly see Pakistan occupied Indian mountain peak.From hete Pakistan occupied Gilgit -Balistan is just 2.5 kilometer away. From here we start our way journey to Hunder/Nubra . On the way Lunch is planned by the (which flows from India to Pakistan) & is accompanied with a lovely stroll on it’s banks. Head back to Hunder sand dunes and ride on a camel as it walks up and down on the dunes. Drink Chai by a stream in the middle of the sand dunes. Spend the night at your beautiful camp. Stay : Desert Oasis Camp or Similar Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 - From the valley en route to shimmering lakes Enjoy breakfast at the retreat and check out. Travel through time at Diskit Monastery before heading to the most awaited, the timeless beauty of Pangong lake. The drive is long (6-7 hrs) but the wait is worth it. Stop for lunch and tea en route before arriving at Pangong lake (14270 ft). The Lake is situated at the height of 4350 meters (14270 ft) in the Changthang of . Stop for lunch and tea en route before arriving at Pangong lake (14270 ft). The lake is hardly six to seven kilometer at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and . Watch the water dance as it changes colour every hour from deep blue to turquoise. Walk by the lake or skip some pebbles in it, dip your feet, feel the warmth of the water in the cool breeze. Dinner with a bonfire and some tunes to dance to at your comfortable camp where you can spend the night in your cozy tented accommodation. Stay : The Ladakh Camp or Similar Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 6 - Back to the desert via Chang La Pass Check out after breakfast to head to the film shooting point. Famous for the shots in 3 idiots, it is frequented by many tourists and has to be a part of that wonderful photo op you have been developing thus far. Ride a scooter like Kareena, go riding or just sit down for some coffee. Head back to Leh, crossing Chang La Pass (17860 ft), the third highest motorable pass in the world. Have mouth watering lunch at Karu Road Junction before driving across the Indus to visit the 17th Century Hemis Monastery. Explore this largest and wealthiest monastery before saying goodbyes and heading back to Leh. Take the evening off to go exploring on your own. Try the sumptuous cuisine at the local market before heading back for a good nights sleep at your hotel. Stay : Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 - Down the river you GO Have a light breakfast before starting the great day of adventure. Try your hand at white water rafting at Sangam for a stretch of nearly 16 km on the river. Eat Lunch at Nimoo, near Sangam. Get ready in your best outfits for the last night at this paradise on earth. To celebrate, a cultural show showcasing Ladakhi tradition will be held. Dinner and cozy night at hotel. Have an early breakfast to start the day on a full stomach. Take your first halt & visit Gurudwara Patthar Sahib than Visit Sangam - the confluence of two rivers and watch in wonder as the water joins together to form two different colours. After that defy gravity at Magnetic Hill. Now you head to visit the oldest monastery in Ladakh - , built in 958-1055 on the banks of Indus. With a guided tour through the monastery, emerge yourself in the peaceful vibes surrounding the old architecture. Lunch at Zimskhang Restaurant. Visit Hall of Fame. Reach back your hotel in Leh. Aftersome rest & refreshing yourself get ready with your favorite dress to enjoy dance with Ladakhi dancers during Ladakhi cultural show. Stay : Himalayan Retreat-Karzoo/Spic n Span or Similar Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Don’t let the memories go Check out & Pick your breakfast box to Board the plane, wave your goodbyes, shed your tears of joy and stare down at the land of mountains and valleys as you fly back to from Kushok Bakula Airport in Leh. Relive the lingering memories of your 'ME' time dream journey accomplished, yet longing & looking forward to more with us. Meals : Packed Breakfast

Accommodation Leh- Hotel Himalyan Retreat-Karzoo/ Spic n Span or Similar Nubra – Desert Oasis Camp or Similar Pangong- The Ladakh Camp or Similar

Inclusions: • 5% GST • 4 N in Leh • 2 N in Nubra • 1 N in Pangong • Daily meals as per the itinerary • Airport/Hotel Transfers • Sightseeing tours with services of English / speaking accompanying guide • River Rafting • Dinner with Ladakhi Family • Sightseeing as per itinerary • Monuments entry fee • Reception and See-off • Intercity transfers • Travel Insurance upto 59 yrs of Age • PnF Buddy Exclusion :

• Air Fare • Cost of Meals other than those specified in Itinerary. • Yak & Double Humped Camel Rides • Any expenses of personal nature such as tips to drivers, guides, representative laundry expenses

• wines, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us. • Surcharges if any • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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