Holiday in Ladakh, the land of incomparable landscapes that is every trekker's favorite spot. Sarchu is mostly a tent settlement and is known for a place to stop over and relax before journeying ahead. Leh is the center of Tibetan-Buddhist culture, its landscape dotted by numerous Gompas and monasteries. Alchi is a busy village in Leh and is located on the banks of the Indus River. It is also famous for the several monasteries. Located in the heart of the Himalayas, The Nubra Valley means the Valley of Flowers and is situated in the north of Leh. It is known for the Bactrian Camels, Deskit and Samstanling monasteries and Khardung la Pass. The best of different holidays are surely located here.
Itinerary (Sarchu - Leh - Alchi - Nubra Valley)
Day 1: Manali-Sarchu (222 kms–10 hrs)
After early breakfast drive to Jespa, enroute crossing over Rohtang Pass (3980 Mts. ASL) via Koksar (stop for Passport check) Sisu falls & Keylong, the district HQs of Keylong Valley. Drive over Baralachla-la (4892 Mts. ASL). On arrival at Sarchu, check in at Fixed Camps for overnight stay & all meals.. Overnight at Hotel with all meals.
Day 2: Sarchu - Leh
After breakfast, drive to Leh with a view of magnificent Zanskar Range. Drive over Naklila & Lachungla Pass (5060 Mts. ASL) Stop at Pang for Passport check. Proceed further through More Plains & then ascend over Tanglangla Pass (5330 Mts. ASL) After descending from Tanglangla; you will drive to Leh alongside the Indus River. On Arrival, check in at Hotel Kanglha-Chen or Similar for overnight stay & all meals.
Day 3: Leh – Uleytokpo (70 KMS – One way / 3040 MTRS)
Arrive : Uleytokpo on arrival check-in at Uleytokpo Camp & Resort.
Enroute from Leh to Uleytokpo Visit the village of Nimo and stop for photo session at River Zanskar Proceed further to visit Basgo Fort & Likir. Likir is situated in a side valley about 05 Kms from main Srinagar – Leh highway. Likir belongs to Ge-Lung-Pa sect; the monastery also maintains and runs a school for young Lamas. Afterwards cross river Indus and reach Alchi. A Beautiful village covered with Apricot Orchards. On arrival check-in at Uleytokpo Camp & Resort. After lunch drive to Alchi Gompa which is 9 Kms from Uleytokpo from the most beautiful Gompa of Ladakh & is also called Jewel among the central Ladakh’ s religious sites. It's known as Chos-Kor, or religious enclave. It comprises five temples which are noted for its massive Buddha statues and lavish woodcarvings and art work. Its Murals dating from 11th and 12th centuries, pre-date the Tibetan style of painting that is present in all other Gompas. Overnight at Uleytokpo Camp & Resort.
Day 4: Uleytokpo - Leh
Early morning after refreshment leave Resort to visit Rizong Monastery. It has a monastery and a nunnery, which accommodates lady monks or Nuns locally called as “Chomos”. Return to the camp for breakfast. Proceed for Leh, enroute Visit to Phyang Monastery, which is 17 Kms from Leh, built by Tashi Namgyal in 16th century AD and belongs to the Red Cap Sect of Buddhists. After early lunch drive to Leh On arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Leh – Pangong (290 km Oneway)
Leave early morning after breakfast leave for Pangong. Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. While ascending Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. Enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the villages below the pass. After crossing the pass halt for picnic lunch at Tsoltak, the summer pastureland of the yaks. Arrive Durbuk and from there a short drive takes you to the western shore of the lake. Enjoy the landscape in the back drop of the Lake. This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 Kms wide and over 144 Kms long with half of it's running the other side of the "INDO CHINA BORDER". One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable. In the late afternoon drive back to Leh. Dinner & overnight stay in Leh.
Day 6: Leh – Nubra (155 Kms One way)
Breakfast at the hotel. Early Morning Leave Leh for NUBRA VALLEY passing thru Horzey & Gangles Village. The road then rises to reach Khardungla (5602 Mts.) the world's highest Motorable road & enjoy the landscape & the beautiful birds eye view of the Leh town. Halt for a picnic lunch at Khardong village + Another 35 Kms drive takes to Khalsar at Shyok Valley, where the scenery is all around. The road after crossing Khalsar Bridge at Shyok River enters Nubra Valley & then proceed along the Nubra River to arrive in the afternoon at Tegar or Kyegar as locally called. Meals & Overnite stay in tents at Lhari-Mo North Camp at Sumur (Kyegar & Sumur are very close by) OR AT Tirith Camp at Tirith. Afternoon visit Panamik Hot Springs which are rich in Sulphur contents & believed to have medicinal benefits. Dinner and overnight at the Camp.
Day 7: Nubra - Leh
Breakfast at the Camp. Drive back the same route for Leh with picnic lunch. On arrival in Leh, check in at the Hotel Kanglha-chen or Similar. Afternoon Free to explore surroundings of Leh.
Day 8: Leh – Delhi
In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for Delhi.
Meeting and assistance at Leh Airport on Departure.
NAC Quails for Arr & Dep transfer from Apt to Htl & Vice Versa
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NAC Quails for all Sightseeing Tours / Excursions as per programme
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Porterage on Arr / Dep at Airport / Hotel etc, Monastery Entrance Fee at all Places of visit
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Meeting & Assistance on Arr / Dep by Travelguru Rep
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All applicable taxes
Cost excludes
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Air fare
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Any personal expense or optional tours/extra meals
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Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls
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Any kind of drinks (alcoholic, mineral, aerated)
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Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control
