The Indian Shangri-La
The journey starts from Leh,
once the important halt for the Caravan of silk route. You will discover some
of prominent Buddhist monasteries along the Indus valley, nature beauty of
barren landscape dotted by oasis, Khardungala pass, claimed the highest
motorable pass of the world is the gate way to Siachen glacier. Magnetic hill
and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib are another attraction of this trip.
Day 1: Arrival at Leh, acclimatization walk.
Day 2: Leh – Local sight-seeing to Hemis, Thiksey and Leh.
Day 3: Leh-Khardungla Pass, the Highest motorable pass Leh.
Day 4: Leh – Sham Valley – Leh Day 5: Leh – Alchi – Lamayuru.
Day 6: Lamayuru – Leh
Leh Day 7: Departure
Day 1: Arrival
at Leh
Take your flight to Leh, on board enjoy the view of majestic Himalayas.
You will be landing at 3500m from the sea level. On arrival at Leh airport you
will take the taxi to the designated hotel. You will relax till the
mid-day. Meeting with our representative and guide on lunch time. After lunch
to get acclimatize leave for excursion to Shanti Stupa dominate the Leh town,
Royal Palace built by 5th Dalai lama in 17th century which looks like a little
Potala of Lahasa. Stroll in the Bazar and night in the hotel.
Day 2: Monasteries of Indus valley (around Leh)
Leave early to visit most
famous monasteries of Indus valley. Visit Thiksey a majestic monastery perched
on a rocky outcrop built in the 15th century during the first wave of expansion
of Gelugpa sect in Ladakh. At the entrance, there are painting of protective
deities and the great masters of the sect.
Hemis Monastery: Hemis
Gompa is established in 1620 by Lama Tagstang Raspa and built by Palden Sara
under the patronage of King Singe Namgyal. Its mural painting represents the
different divinities dated back to 18th sanctuary and belongs to the Drukpa
sect of Buddhism.
End of the day visit Shey monastery, once
the capital of Upper Ladakh before being supplanted by Leh, monastery houses
rich murals painting, well restored and represents the 18 Arhats (disciples of
Buddha who attained enlightenment). back to Leh by evening. Night in
hotel.
Day 3: Leh – Khardungla Pass – Leh (148 kms/ 6-7
Hrs)
Morning leave to Khardungala pass, the gate way to
the valley of N ubra and further to Siachin glacier. Part of road is well
maintained and part is dirt, occasional rivulet can increase the flow due to
high melting rate of snow in summer. Pass is claimed one of the highest
motorable road of the world elevating around 5600m. Once on the top of pass,
you will enjoy the breathtaking view of Nubra valley, Karakoram and Himalayan
mountain ranges. Due to altitude visitors are advised to not remain long at
pass, hence respect the protocol applied by the authority. Once you enjoy the
view, drive back to Leh, Rest of the time at leisure. Night in hotel
Day 4: Leh – Sham Valley –
Leh (124 kms/ 5-6 Hrs)
Day
5: Leh – Alchi – Lamayuru (125 kms/ 3-4 Hrs)
Now from Leh the next site to visit is Alchi monastery. It is the oldest monastery of Ladakh. Alchi
, visit Monastery . Among the many temples, caves and Stupas
built in Ladakh Alchi, Choskor is the largest and the most famous of all of
them, built by Rinchen Zangpo ablout 990 years ago. Monastery houses valuable
mural painting and Thankas.
Leave towards Lamayuru, one of the
ancient monasteries magnificently perched on the hill. Before Buddhism
penetrated in the region this site was known as a Centre for bon religion.
Stroll around the monastery campus and admire the stunning beauty of landscape,
night in a simple hotel.
Day
6: Lamayuru – Leh (115 kms/ 3 Hrs)
Morning after leisurely breakfast walk around the monastery and drive
back to Leh, On the way stop at the point to admire the view of the
moon valley (lunar scape). Afternoon reach Leh, rest of the time
is at leisure. night in hotel.
Day
7: Depart from Leh
After breakfast
get transferred to Leh airport to board flight back toward your destination.
Journey ends with Sweet memories of Ladakh.
COST INCLUDE
Pick up & drop from Leh airport.
All sightseeing as mentioned in program
Vehicle Toyota Innova or Tempo-traveler as per the group size
Breakfast and dinner include
A class hotel in Leh, simple neat and clean in Lamayuru.
Twin or Dble sharing room
Permit to visit Khardungala.
COST EXCLUDE
Any air fares
Lunch in entire trip.
Dinner on last day.
Monument fee.
Beverages.
Travel insurance / Medical expenses.
Early check-in or late check-out at hotels.
Tips to guide/cook, porters, drivers and in hotels / restaurant.
Video and still camera fee where applicable,
Any expenses if occur due to unforeseen circumstances such as to delay or cancellation of flights, weather condition, land slide, political unrest, sickness or any other circumstances beyond our control, refund to unused services. Single room surcharge
GST 5%
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S.No. | Cancellation Period (Before the Tour Begins) | Refund% |
1 | 30 days | 100% |
2 | 15 days | 50% |
3 | 7 days | 15% |
4 | Less than 7 days | Nil |
The Indian Shangri-La
India ModerateRegion: Leh- Ladakh
Activity: Cultural Tour
Duration: 7 Days
Grade: Easy (high altitude region)
Season: April to Oct. (Nov.to March winter)
Highlights
High altitude dessert town of Leh on ancient caravan route.
World’s highest motorable pass Khardungla
Confluence of Zanskar & Indus river and magnetic hill
Moon land or lunar scape view
Buddhist monasteries of Indus valley
