JOURNEY TO LADAKH TOUR
- Duration: 6 nights / 7 Days
- Destination: 2N Leh -1N Sham Valley -1N Nubra Valley -1N Pangong -1N Leh
- Sightseeing Covered: Leh – Sham Valley – Alchi –Sangam River - Khardungla Pass – Nubra Valley – Shayok River - Pangong – Changla Pass
- Tour Start City: Leh Tour Ends City: Leh
A Ladakh journey covering Leh, Sham Valley, Khardung La, and Nubra Valley offers high-altitude adventure, blending ancient monasteries, stunning landscapes, and unique culture, starting in Leh for acclimatization, exploring Sham Valley's serene Indus River banks (Likir, Alchi), conquering Khardung La Pass (world's highest motorable road), then descending into Nubra Valley's 'Orchard of Ladakh' for Diskit Monastery, Bactrian camel rides on Hunder's sand dunes, and lush scenery, a classic circuit for a memorable Himalayan experience.
Leh
Leh serves as the gateway to the region and is crucial for acclimatization due to its high altitude (11,500 ft)
Key Attractions: Explore the historic Leh Palace, an impressive structure inspired by Tibetan architecture, and the white-domed Shanti Stupa for panoramic views of the town and surrounding mountains. Stroll through the local bazaars to shop for souvenirs and experience local life. Nearby monasteries include Thiksey and Hemis, known for their extensive collections of Buddhist art and artifacts.
Sham Valley
Located downstream along the Indus River, the Sham Valley is at a lower altitude than Leh and is known for its serene, green landscapes with apricot and apple orchards.
Key Attractions: Visit ancient monasteries like the golden-faced Spituk Monastery, the well-preserved Alchi Monastery with its thousand-year-old wall paintings, and Likir Monastery. Popular natural attractions include the Magnetic Hill, where vehicles appear to move uphill against gravity, and the Sangam Point, the picturesque confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers.
Khardung La
The drive to Nubra Valley takes you over the famous Khardung La Pass, one of the world's highest motorable roads at an altitude of approximately 18,380 feet (5,602 meters).
Experience: The pass offers breathtaking, panoramic views of glaciers, rugged peaks, and the valleys below. It is a popular spot for photographs, though time spent at the top should be short to avoid altitude sickness.
Nubra Valley
Known as the "Valley of Flowers," Nubra Valley is a high-altitude cold desert nestled between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges
Key Attractions:
Hunder Sand Dunes: Experience a unique "desert in the sky" landscape where sand dunes are flanked by snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a safari on the rare double-humped Bactrian camels, a legacy of the ancient Silk Route trade.
Diskit Monastery: The oldest and largest monastery in the valley, perched on a hilltop and featuring a towering 100-ft tall statue of Maitreya Buddha overlooking the valley.
Turtuk Village: An offbeat, northernmost village opened to tourists only in 2010, offering a glimpse into the unique Balti culture and apricot orchards.
Panamik: The village is known for its natural sulfur hot springs, believed to have medicinal benefits.
Pangong Lake (The Iconic Lakeside Camp) From Nubra, the journey often continues directly to Pangong Lake via the scenic Shyok river route.
Pangong Lake: This high-altitude, brackish lake, situated at over 14,000 feet (4,250 meters), is famous for its mesmerizing beauty and the characteristic changing colors of its water, shifting from shades of blue to green and red with the sunlight.
Lakeside Stay: An overnight stay in a camp or guesthouse near the shore (e.g., in Spangmik village) allows you to witness the unforgettable sunrise over the lake.
Return Journey: The drive back to Leh typically crosses the Chang La Pass, another high mountain pass, and may include stops at other significant monasteries like Hemis and Thiksey.
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Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Leh Airport – Arrival
Arrival Leh Kushok Bakula Airport (This must be one of the Most Sensational Flights in the World. On a clear day from one side of the aircraft can be seen in the distance the peaks of K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum and on the other side of the aircraft, so close that you feel you could reach out and touch it, is the Nun Kun massif.) Upon arrival you will met by our representative and transfer to Hotel for Check in. Complete day for rest and leisure to acclimatize followed by Welcome tea or Coffee at the Hotel. Evening visit Shanti Stupa. Later visit the market (stay for 01hour only). Dinner and Overnight Stay in Leh.
Day 2: Leh – Sham Valley Excursion upto Alchi
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to the Alchi Gompa. The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and dates back to the 11th century, located 68 km from Leh en-route visit the great statue of Maitreya Buddha at Likir monastery. Dinner and Overnight Stay in Sham Valley.
Day 3: Sham Valley – Leh
After breakfast drive back towards Leh to Gurudwara Patthar 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 Leh en-route 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. Dinner and Overnight Stay in Leh.
Day 4: Leh – Nubra Valley Via Khardungla Pass 18,390 FT. (120 Kms / 5 – 6 Hrs)
After 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 popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level.
Upon arrival in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. A visit to a Ladakhi home can be arranged. Dinner and Overnight Stay at Camp in Nubra.
Day 5: Nubra – Pangong via Shayok River (120Kms / 5-6 Hrs)
After an early breakfast check out and head for Pangong Tso via shyok. Travel time is approximately 5-6 hrs. Indulge in the walk beside the lake or go for a photography splurge. Dinner and Overnight in Pangong.
Day 6: Pangong – Leh via Changla Pass (120 Kms /5-6 Hrs)
Wake up calls by the migratory birds this morning. Indulge in the walk beside the lake or go for a photography splurge. Later depart for Leh en-route visit Hemis Gompa. On arrival at Leh, check into your hotel. Rest of the day free on own. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in leh.
Day 7: Leh – Airport –Departure
Leave Ladakh with sweet memories.
- 6 night’s accommodation on Double Sharing basis.
- 6 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners at Hotel & Camps. (Veg Meals will be Served in Nubra & Pangong Only)
- Leh Airport Pickup and drop by Non AC Pvt Vehicle.
- All Sightseeing tour will be covered as per itinerary (No Kms Blocked)
- 1 Oxygen Cylinder for Nubra and Pangong.
- Inner line Permit, Environmental and Eco Tourism fee.
- All Toll Tax, Parking, State Tax, Driver night Halt.
- Inclusive all Hotel Taxes instead of Gst 5%
- Lunch, Tipping, Laundry, Calls, Mineral Water.
- Flight Tickets, Local Guide, Adventure activities.
- Local Bike, Monument entrance fee, Travel Insurance.
- Personal Nature Expense, Portage at Airport.
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out.
- RTPCR Testing Report if require as per Govt. Guideline.
- Gst 5% extra if you require Gst Bill.
- Non Veg Meals in Nubra and Pangong ( Non Veg Meal is not allowed)
- Or any other expense which is not specify above inclusions.
On Request