Arrival at Leh – Transfer to Hotel: 10 km (30 Min) The Flight to Leh is an experience by itself, The aircraft follows ATS route W-39, covering an aerial distance of about 856km, flying over green foothills of the Himalayas, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, lakes, windswept valleys dotted with hamlets and dun landscape offering a visual delight. Remember to book a window seat to enjoy the views. Our representative will welcome you at the airport & transfer you to the Hotel. Rest for the day at the hotel for acclimatization to the high altitude.

Excursion to the Sham Valley: 90 km (Half Day) After a leisurely breakfast, drive towards the confluence of Indus & Zanskar; en-route witness the gravity-defying phenomenon of the Magnetic Hill and gawk at amazing views of the airport from Spituk Monastery. Gurudwara Pather Saheb, built to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev to Ladakh in 1517 has a story waiting to be heard. On your way back, pay homage to the war heroes at The Hall of Fame.

Overnight excursion – Hunder, Nubra Valley via Khardung La (5259 m): 130 km (05 hours) Post a leisurely breakfast, we drive north to Nubra Valley, also known as the valley of flowers, via the famous Khardungla (17,852 ft.) which was for a very long time called the highest motorable road in the world. It is the primary gateway to the Shyok and Nubra valley. Hunder is a vast expanse of green with crystal clear glacial streams crisscrossing the cultivable land abound with apricots, walnuts, almonds, apples and various fruits and flowers. Arrive at the resort and rest for some time.

Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shayok: 160 km (06 hours) Embark on a picturesque drive from Hunder, visiting the Majestic Deskit Monastery en route Pangong Tso, (4,350 m). The lake is 134 km long and extends from India to China covering 604 sq. km. The journey is very pleasant with the road meandering alongside the Shayok river, though there are some rough patches and water crossings. Crossing Agham & Durbuk, we will reach the Changthang region known for its scenic beauty, lakes, wildlife the Changpa tribe, a nomadic and pastoral community. Spend a starlit night at the retreat, enjoying the surreal views of the milky way like a highway.

Pangong Tso to Leh via Chang La (5,360 m): 145 km (05 hours) Enjoy a picturesque sunrise at Pangong Tso, it is almost meditative to look at the changing colours of the lake and the surrounding landscape. Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many rare species of flora and fauna and the nomads roam the pastures with their herds of cattle. The famous Pashmina goat is found here in abundance. After your breakfast drive back to Leh, crossing Chang La (17,590 ft.), a high altitude pass, which remains snow-bound round the year. Visit Thiksey monastery which offers an amazing view of the Indus valley.

Departure from Leh: Time to bid adieu to the lovely landscape of Ladakh. Since most flights are early in the morning, we will arrange your timely transfer to the airport. If you earlier missed out on clicking photographs of the mighty Himalayas, today you have another chance to capture some amazing clicks of the Indus & Chenab rivers, Kyagar Tso & Tso Moriri lakes, Indrasan, Mulkila, Nun Kun & many more peaks and glaciers. It’s a flight of Fancy and a befitting climax to the magical journey of Ladakh.