8 days tour

Best Of Ladakh

$ 1,650 .00 USD

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Best Of Ladakh

This tour includes:

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotel/camps on twin or double sharing basis ( Please Note: Accommodation can be upgraded to luxury hotels/resort/camps on request basis at an additional cost) 4 nights stay in Leh 1 night stay in Nubra Valley 1 night stay in TSO Pangong Lake 1 night stay in TSO Tsomoriri Lake Check-In timings: 1400 Hrs Check-Out timings: 1200 Hrs Early check in and late check-out are subject to availability.

Guide

English speaking local destination guide will accompany you throughout the tour

Transport

Transportation - Entire trip including airport transfers, sightseeing in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by an experienced chauffeur as per the itinerary. 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Meals

Daily breakfast at the hotels

Others

Personal assistance during arrival and departure Ladakh environmental fee 1 ride on bactrian double-humped Camel One mineral water bottle per person per day All applicable taxes

Not included:

Flights

Any International or Domestic Flights are not included

Others

Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost Visas Fee (if applicable) Any International or Domestic Flight Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, alcoholic beverages etc. Any Monument Entrance Fee, Camera Fee Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Insurance

It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of Ladakh

  • Day 1 Arrival At Leh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival At Leh

      On arrival at Leh Airport, Alkof Holidays representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, acclimatize yourself to the altitude and climate in Leh. In the afternoon, visit Leh Palace also known as Lachen Palkar Palace is a former royal palace overlooking the city of Leh. Also explore the white-domed Shanti Stupa that sits pretty on a hilltop. Later, you can explore the local market where the shopperโ€™s can spend time buying authentic Tibetan handicrafts such as Prayer Wheels, Stoles, Pashmina Shawls among others. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Day 2 At Leh (Excursion Trip To Sham Valley)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      At Leh (Excursion Trip To Sham Valley)

      After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit the splendid Sham Valley. A visit to this place is often an overwhelming experience as this place was constructed by the Indian Army to commemorate soldiers who lost their lives during Indo-Pak wars. It brings you up, close and personal with the sacrifices of our soldiers. Later, visit the Kali Mata Mandir followed by famed Buddhist monastery, the Spituk Gompa - an 11th-century structure. After that visit Gurudwara Patthar Sahib built by the Lamas of Leh to honour Guru Nanak Devโ€™s visit in 1517. Also visit the Magnetic Hills, to experience the optical illusion where the downhill road actually looks like an uphill road, further driving through a picturesque landscape we reach the confluence of The Indus and Zanskar River. Later drive back to the hotel for overnight stay.

  • Day 3 Leh - Khardung La - Nubra Valley (125 Km - 5 Hours Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Leh - Khardung La - Nubra Valley (125 Km - 5 Hours Drive)

      After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a mesmerizing drive to the Nubra Valley - known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers in Leh. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram & Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 ft. above sea level. On the way to Nubra Valley, cross the Khardungla Pass which is 18360 ft. above the sea level and is the highest motorable pass in the world. As we drive through this, you witness stunning vistas encompassing snow-capped peaks, majestic mountains, and experience the drive which will take you through the bridge that has been laid on a glacier and also made it to the Guinness Book of World Records. Upon arrival at Nubra Valley, check-in at the camp for overnight stay.

  • Day 4 Nubra - Hunder - Diskit - Leh (220 Km - 6 Hours Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Nubra - Hunder - Diskit - Leh (220 Km - 6 Hours Drive)

      After breakfast at the camp, visit the stunning silver sand dunes of Hunder, sitting at an average altitude of 10, 000 feet, Hunder is a small village where the Shyok River meets Nubra River. Enjoy a camel safari on the double humped camels, which are reminder the bygone era of Silk Route trade, and are found only in the Nubra Valley. Later visit the oldest, Diskit Monastery, also known as Deskit monastery, situated on a hilltop that allows you breathtaking panoramas of the entire valley. The enormity of the Buddha statue in the monastery will leave you speechless and it is the reason for attracting thousands of tourists to this place. Adding to its glory, there is a small village market in the town of Diskit, which is a great place for a leisurely stroll to get a peek into the lives of people in Ladakh. Later drive back to Leh via Khardung-La Pass. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel for night stay.

  • Day 5 Leh - Thiksey - Pangong Lake (225 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Leh - Thiksey - Pangong Lake (225 Km - 5.30 Hours Drive)

      Early in the morning, take your packed breakfast from the hotel and leave for Pangong TSO Lake - situated at a height of almost 4,350m, is the worldโ€™s highest saltwater lake. Its waters, which seem to be dyed in blue, stand in stark contrast to the arid mountains surrounding it. Extending to almost 160km, one-third of the Pangong Lake lies in India and the other two-thirds in China. On the way to Pangong, visit Shey Palace - used as a summer palace by the former King of Ladakh. Also visit Hemis Gompa, situated 45 km from Leh, the monastery was re-established in 1672 by the Ladakhi king Sengge Namgyal. The annual Hemis festival honoring Padmasambhava is held here in early June. Next visit Thiksey Monastery, located on a hill-lock providing awe-inspiring views of the Indus valley. After that drive to Changla Pass (5486 Mtrs). Changla Pass is famous for its fast photograph session, later drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can take a sip of Tea and relax for a while. Later, continue your drive to Pangong TSO Lake. Upon arrival at Pangong Lake, check-in at your camp. If time permits, you can visit Pangong Lake. Overnight stay at the camp.

  • Day 6 Pangong - Tsomoriri Lake Via Tsagala (270 Km / 9-10 Hour Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Pangong - Tsomoriri Lake Via Tsagala (270 Km / 9-10 Hour Drive)

      After breakfast at the camp, visit the beautiful lake, along with nearby places. Later in the afternoon drive towards Tsomoriri Lake. The largest lake in Ladakh, it lies at an altitude of 15075 feet. You drive up to Tsagala, Chushul, Drive past Mahe Bridge and then drive towards the beautiful Tso Moriri Lake. Spot Himalayan marmots. Evening arrival at the Lake. Check-in at the tented camp/Hotel near the lake. Near the lake, you can spot as many as 34 avifauna species. Stay overnight in the camp.

  • Day 7 Tso Moriri Lake - Tsokar Lake - Leh (235 Km / 8-9 Hour Drive)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Tso Moriri Lake - Tsokar Lake - Leh (235 Km / 8-9 Hour Drive)

      After breakfast at the camps, drive back to Leh via Tsokar Lake. On the way, visit Puga Geo-Thermal Gas springs, visiting the Nomadic Rebo tents at Polo-Kongka pass, after that visit Tsokar Lake - a wetland area. Stop here for photographs. If you are interested, you can also visit the monastery of tiny Thukje village. Overnight stay in hotel in Leh.

  • Day 8 Departure From Leh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure From Leh

      Itโ€™s time to say farewell to Ladakh. Leave on time for Leh airport for onward journey.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 80

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