Best Time to travel - January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Routes - Delhi - Leh - Indus Valley - Stok – Pangong Lake – Tso Moriri – Leh – Likir - Alchi – Lamayuru - Leh - Delhi
Arrive at Delhi Airport Welcome to India- a country where hospitality is a way of life; to a culture steeped in tradition, a land where history lives in music and dance. You will be received at the airport in a traditional manner with garlands and & overnight stay at Hotel.
Full day sightseeing of Delhi
Morning after an early breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport to board flight to Leh. Arrive Leh and check-in at hotel. Today we will have an easy day as we must give our body time to acclimatize. Evening hike we will do a short hike to Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Morning after breakfast, we will take you on a guided tour of the Monasteries of the Indus Valley. Your excursion would include visits to,x Hemis (45 Kms. South of Leh) Built on a green hillside surrounded by spectacular mountains, Hemis is the biggest and the most important monastery in Ladakh. It was built in the 17th century by Chapgon Gyalshas and ever since has enjoyed the patronage of the royal family. This wealthiest monastery contains gold statues and stupas decorated with precious stones and many priceless old Thankas. Thiksey (25 Kms South of Leh) Thiksey one of the most imposing monasteries belonging to the 15th century, stands on a crag overlooking the flood plain on the east bank of the Indus. The monastery belongs to Elugpa order (Yellow sect) and is a 12- Storey Monastery painted deep red, ochre and white with typical tapering walls. There is a 15m high Buddha figure at the entrance of the new temple. The layout of the monastery complex resembles the Potala palace in Lhasa. Shey (15 Kms South of Leh) On the East bank of the Indus River beautiful Shey Monastery is here. Up to the 16th century it was the royal palace. There is a 17.5 m high blue haired Maitreya Buddha of copper, brass gilded and studded with precious gemstones. Later drive to Stok 14 kms. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Morning after breakfast take a gentle walk to explore the charming village of Stok. Visit the Stok Palace, which is home to the king and queen of Stok. The fascinating Museum exhibits old and unique Ladakhi artefacts. Later savour a delicious picnic lunch at a beautiful spot nearby. Later, return to the hotel and relax while enjoying great views of the Stok Kangri Range Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning after breakfast drive to Pangong Lake. Overnight stay at fixed Camp.
Morning after breakfast hike near around Pangong lake and scattered village nearby (Approx 10 Kms). Overnight stay at fixed Camp. Pangong Lake known as Pangong Tso is an endorheic lake in the Himalayas. Situated at a height of 4350 Meter, it’s a picturesque and serene place. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. It is not part of Indus river basin area and geographically a separate landlocked river basin.
Morning after breakfast drive to Tso Moriri Lake. Evening hike around Tso Moriri Lake. Overnight stay at fixed Camp.
Morning after breakfast hike to Karjok Village and Hill Top Monastery. Enjoy the panorama of the surrounding and migrant bird watching mainly wild geese/ducks. Tso Moriri is Located in the Changthang area in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, This is the largest high altitude lake in the Trans-Himalayan region. The lake water is fed by springs and snowmelt from the mountains in the Changthang plateau. The two major sources of water entering into the lake are located in north and southwest respectively. Until 1959, the lake was the source of salt for the local populace. Located on the west bank of the lake, the 400-year-old Korzok monastery attracts a sizeable chunk of tourists and Buddhist pilgrims. Overnight stay at fixed Camp.
Morning after breakfast trek to Tso Kar Lake (White Lake / Salt Lake) approx. 7 Kms. Later drive to Leh via Tang Lang La pass (5360 Mt.) Overnight stay at hotel.
Likir – Saspol (4250 M) Drive 10 Kms Morning after breakfast drive to Likir. On arrival take a leisurely walk through the picturesque village and visit the Likhir monastery. Situated at a height of 11,483 feet, this is one of the most interesting Yellow Hat monasteries in Ladakh. The monastery also has a school where approximately 40 monks study each year. The young monks and the teachers will be thrilled to have you over for a cup of tea before you leave. Later on drive to Saspol and enjoy a picnic lunch at Saspol, home to old and neglected, yet beautifully painted caves. From Saspol, we will hike to Alchi, enjoying beautiful mountain views en-route . Overnight stay at hotel / Guest house.
Morning after breakfast, hike near around Alchi Village, visit some old temples and explore nearby places. Alchi is a fascinating monastery, which is the only one in Ladakh to be built on flat ground, unlike the others which were always on hilltops. The temple was founded in the 11th century and is particularly interesting for its Indian and Kashmiri influences. Overnight stay at hotel / Guest house.
Lamayuru - Leh Drive 109 Kms Morning after breakfast drive to Lamayuru to visit monastery and later drive to Leh . On arrival in Leh, you have free time to explore the Bazaar. It offers a plethora of colorful and interesting souvenirs which you can shop around for if you like. Overnight stay at hotel.
In time transfer to airport to board flight to Delhi. On arrival drive to hotel, Check in at hotel near Airport at Delhi for fresh up.
In time transfer to Delhi International to board flight for onward destination.
INCLUSIONS:
• Accommodation.
• All Meals as mentioned above in the programme
• One time entrances to the monuments as per the itinerary
• All Transportation and sightseeing as per itinerary
• First aid Kit with an Oxygen cylinder
• All currently applicable taxes
EXCLUSIONS:
• International and Domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover
• Early check-in or a late checkout room (s) at any hotel (s) unless specified above
• Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in flight and train schedule; cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc.
• Expenses of personal nature like personal gratuities, telephone charges, laundry, spa activities, drinks etc.
• Any airfare – international or domestic
• Any other item not specifically mentioned above as 'INCLUDED'
NOTE: Clients are supposed to bring their own Sleeping bags.
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