Where you stay
8 nights in 5 cities, 1 room. Similar hotels may be used if one is full.
What's included
- Accommodation
- Pickup and drop
- Sightseeing
- Meals
Trip details
Day by day
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Day 1 Leh
On arrival Leh
Enjoy the flight into Leh, the capital of Ladakh, on your arrival at the Kushok Bakula Rimpochhe Airport, Leh (11562 ft) - the land of brave hearts; you will be greeted by our representative who will guide you to your transfer to your hotel for check in. Due to sudden arrival at high altitude of Leh you are advised to rest the entire day in order to acclimatize with the conditions. In the evening stroll around Leh Market . Dinner will be served at the hotel .
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Day 2 Leh
Sangam / Zanskar Sightseeing
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. Enjoy sightseeing with Hall of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to GurudwaraPatthar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence Of The Indus And Zanskar River. After visiting above places we drive back to Lehenroute visiting Spituk Monastery, Built in 15th century during the reign of Grags ‘bum-lde, these new Gelug-pa monastery was built like fortress on the summit of crags. Evening at leisure and Overnight at Hotel in Leh
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Day 3 Nubra Valley
Leh - Nubra Valley (120 kms / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast we drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (The Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif.Nubra Valley is situated to the North of Ladakh between the Karakoram range and Ladakh range of the Himalayas. On the way visit DiskitMonastery . Evening visit the Sand Dunes. Here you can enjoy a camel ride on the Bactrian camel which is known for its double hump (at own cost ) and ATV Ride ( at own cost ) . Return back to the camp / Hotel for dinner.
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Day 4 Nubra Valley
Nubra – Turtuk – Nubra
After moning breakfast proceed for turtuk . Turtuk falls in Baltistan- the place was under Pakistani control till 1971, so it is predominantly Muslim. Don't miss the chance to interact with the locals and their friendly behaviour - the whole feel is like being in Pakistan. Just 7kms away from PoK, this is a beautiful little place offering raw beauty. You can try delicious apricots here which are major source of income for the locals. Visit Turtuk Waterfall and Turtuk Museum later on Enjoy the magnificent view of K2 peak while walking around. In the evening back to hunder for your Overnight stay at same.
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Day 5 Pangong Lake
Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake ( 115 km / 5-6 hrs )
Leave early Morning towards Pangong Lake via Shyok valley and River. Pangong Lake is situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m) is a long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly 6to 7 kilometers at its widest point and over 130km in length. It is bisected by the international border between India and China. Enjoy the beauty of the lake lies in rich deep blue colour of its water and one rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable trip. It attracted people from all over the country and beyond. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at Camp / Cottage .
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Day 6 Hanle
PangongTso (Merak)-Chusul-Hanle
Today you will drive along the pangong and will be headed to Hanle. Hanle in Changthang region of Ladakh is one of the most remote places in India. Hanle monastery is a 17th century monastery of the Drukpa lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan buddhism. Monastey is home to about 60 monks. The main monastery, one of the largest and best known of ladakh’s monasteries, was built under the protange of the kind singeenamgyal. The views from the top of monastery are just breath taking. Hanle also houses an Indian Astronomical Observatory which is highest observatory in the world. Hanle observatory also houses 2nd largest Gama Ray telescope in the world. You will me mesmerized by
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Day 7 Tso Moriri
Hanle – Tsomoriri. ( 310 kms / 6 to 8 hours )
After breakfast drive to Tsomoriri Lake. It is a breathtaking journey on a trail that is literally a ‘no mans’ land. Vast lonely stretches on the Chanthang plateau makes this drive one of the best isolated drives of this tour. Tsomoriri is situated at an altitude of 4511m above sea level; with an area of about 140 Sq.km. Spend your evening watching shadows of the surrounding mountain and the varying depths of Tsomoriri lake. Stay in tented /cottages at Tso Moriri.
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Day 8 Leh
Tsomoriri – Leh via Chumathang (220 Kms / 07 hrs)
After breakfast, drive back to Leh via Chumathang( Hot Spring ) . Chumathang at an altitude of 4,000m, where you can find few eateries and have a tea break. Chumathang is famous for its mineral-rich hot springs that are reputed to treat skin diseases and joint pains. You’ll drive back on the same route till Mahebridge and then take the beautiful road along the river Indus to Leh. Arrive Leh for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 9
Depart- Leh
Your last morning in Leh, enjoy your breakfast and proceed to Leh airport to board flight back to destination. Journey ends with exotic memories and stories to be related once back home.
