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LLLAAADDDAAAKKKHHH 2021 IITTIINNEERRAARRYY April to September PAGE 01 ABOUT LADAKH Ladakh - also known as "Land of High Passes" is a high altitude cold desert famous for breathtaking landscapes, crystal clear skies, spectacular passes, Beautiful Monasteries, Snowcapped Peaks, Meandering Rivers, Food, Culture and Festivals which makes it one of the favourite destination amongs travellers. Ladakh is picturesque it is not only known for its scenic beauty but also for some of the most difficult treks in India. BEST TIME TO VISIT April to September PLACES TO VISIT Shanti Stupa Leh Market and Palace Hemis Monastery Shey Monastery Thiksey Monastery Khardungla Pass Chang-la Pass Pangong TSO Lake Nubra Valley Diksit Monastery TSO Moriri Lake Lamayaru, Alchi Zanskar Valley ... and Many More!!! PAGE 02 ITINERARY: Plan 1 : 4 Night 5 Days Destinations Covered : Leh – Sham Valley – Khardungla Pass – Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake Day 1: Arrival – Leh – Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace On arrival at Kushok Bakula airport in Leh (situated at a height of 3,500 meters), you will be transferred to your hotel. Leh Flight is considered one of the most sensational flights in the world. During the day, acclimatize yourself with the weather and high pressure of Ladakh. Evening visit to Shanti Stupa built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura. Shanti stupa provides beautiful and panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. Shanti Stupa in Ladakh was built to promote world peace and a symbol of the ties between Japan and Ladakh. Leh Palace is a former royal palace of the Leh Kingdom. Located in Leh city. It is one tourist attraction of Leh city. The 17th century Palace provides spectacular views of Stok Kangri. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. Day 02: Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardungla Top Morning drive to Nubra Valley (125 kms) via Khardungla Pass which is situated at a height of 18360 ft and is considered as the highest motorable pass of the world. Once you arrive at Khalsar drive on the left towards Diskit & Hunder Village. Check in at your camp/Hotel. Drive to Hunder Sand Dunes to enjoy Camel Safari (OPTIONAL) on the shabby double -humped Bactrian camels. Hunder is a small village where the Shyok River meets Nubra River. Hunder lies on the ancient silk rout. Hunder is most popular for the camel rides. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the Camp in Nubra. Day 03: Nubra Valley - Leh via Khardungla Top Morning drive to Leh enroute Sightseeing of Statue of Mytriya Buddha in Diskit. Diskit Monastery is the oldest and largest in the region. Close to the Monastery lies an impressive statue of Jampa Buddha. This Statue has become one of the prime attractions for tourists and is deeply appreciated for its architecture. Facing the Shyok River, the statue sits tall with a height of 32 meters. Then drive to Leh via Khardungla Pass. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. Day 04: Leh - Pangong Lake via Chang - la Pass - Leh Morning drive to Pangong Lake for 01 night stay via Changla Pass (17,586 feet) third highest pass of the world and drive through Durbuk and Tangtse village situated in the Changthang region of Ladakh. Pangong Lake is salt water, 120 km in length and 6 – 7 Km broad at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India & China. Visit the exact location of the famous movie “Three idiots” & enjoy outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings. Drive back to Leh. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. Day 05: Departure Waking up early in the morning, enjoy delicious breakfast and get to say bye to the enchanting environs of Ladakh. Pack your bags and weave all the pleasant memories of your amazing Ladakh tour, as you will be dropped at the Leh Airport for your onward journey. PAGE 02 Plan 2 : 05 Nights 06 Days - Leh (03N) Nubra (01N) Pangong (01N) Destinations Covered : Leh – Sham Valley – Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake Day 01: Arrival in Leh evening explore Shanti Stupa & Market On arrival at Kushok Bakula airport in Leh (situated at a height of 3,500 meters), you will be transferred to your hotel. Leh Flight is considered one of the most sensational flights in the world. During the day, acclimatize yourself with the weather and high pressure of Ladakh. Evening visit to Shanti Stupa built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura. Shanti stupa provides beautiful and panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. Shanti Stupa in Ladakh was built to promote world peace and a symbol of the ties between Japan and Ladakh. Leh Palace is a former royal palace of the Leh Kingdom. Located in Leh city. It is one tourist attraction of Leh city. The 17th century Palace provides spectacular views of Stok Kangri. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. Day 02: Leh – Full day Local Sightseeing – Leh (Excursion) Morning drive to Nubra Valley (125 kms) via Khardungla Pass which is situated at a height of 18360 ft and is considered as the highest motorable pass of the world. Once you arrive at Khalsar drive on the left towards Diskit & Hunder Village. Check in at your camp/Hotel. Drive to Hunder Sand Dunes to enjoy Camel Safari (OPTIONAL) on the shabby double -humped Bactrian camels. Hunder is a small village where the Shyok River meets Nubra River. Hunder lies on the ancient silk rout. Hunder is most popular for the camel rides. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the Camp in Nubra. Day 03: Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardungla Top After delicious breakfast at the hotel drive to Nubra Valley (125 kms) via Khardungla Pass which is situated at a height of 18360 ft and is considered as the highest motorable pass of the world. Once you arrive at Khalsar drive on the left towards Diskit & Hunder Village. Check in at your camp/Hotel. Drive to Hunder Sand Dunes to enjoy Camel Safari (OPTIONAL) on the shabby double -humped Bactrian camels. Hunder is a small village where the Shyok River meets Nubra River. Hunder lies on the ancient silk rout. Hunder is most popular for the camel rides. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel/Camp in Nubra. Day 04: Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake via Shyok After delicious breakfast at your camp drive to Pangong Lake via Shyok. This direct route from Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso has now become more popular in past few years. Drive from Nubra to Pangong via Agham - Shyok drive through Durbuk and Tangtse village situated in the Changthang region of Ladakh. Pangong Lake is salt water, 120 km in length and 6 – 7 Km broad at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India & China. Visit the exact location of the famous movie “Three idiots” & enjoy outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the Camp in Pangong. Day 05: Pangong Lake - Leh Enroute visit to Shey and Thiksey, 3 idiots School During early morning, you can enjoy a photo - session around the lake. Post breakfast drive back to Leh through Changla Pass. On the way visit Shey Palace and its Museum, Thiksey Monastery and 3 Idiot’s School. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. Day 06: Departure from Leh Waking up early in the morning, enjoy delicious breakfast and get to say bye to the enchanting environs of Ladakh. Pack your bags and weave all the pleasant memories of your amazing Ladakh tour, as you will be dropped at the Leh Airport for your onward journey. PAGE 02 Plan 3 : 07 Nights 08 Days - Leh (04N) Alchi/Uley (01N) Nubra (01N) Pangong (01N) Destinations Covered : Leh – Sham Valley – Alchi – Lamayuru - Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake Day 01: Arrival - Leh - Shanti Stupa & Market On arrival at Kushok Bakula airport in Leh (situated at a height of 3,500 meters), you will be transferred to your hotel. Leh Flight is considered one of the most sensational flights in the world. During the day, acclimatize yourself with the weather and high pressure of Ladakh. Evening visit to Shanti Stupa built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura. Shanti stupa provides beautiful and panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. Shanti Stupa in Ladakh was built to promote world peace and a symbol of the ties between Japan and Ladakh. Leh Palace is a former royal palace of the Leh Kingdom. Located in Leh city. It is one tourist attraction of Leh city. The 17th century Palace provides spectacular views of Stok Kangri. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh Day 02: Leh – Likir - Alchi After delicious breakfast at the hotel and get ready. The excitement of the day will begin with Hall of fame (A Museum built by Indian Army) visit Gurdwara Pathar Sahib which was built in 1517 in the memory of Guru Nanak. The next is visit to the famous Magnetic Hill. Placed on Leh-Kargil-Srinagar Highway, at an altitude of 11,000 feet above the sea level, it is also known as Gravity hill. You will be visiting Sangam Point or the confluence point of Zanskar and Indus rivers. Continue drive to Alchi, one of the oldest monasteries and have scriptures dated as old as 10th century. The village Alchi differentiates itself from other villages of Ladakh by being so lush green. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Alchi.