Ladakh Leisure Trip
Day 1 Arrival at Leh Airport
Relax and Accilimatise
Upon your early morning arrival at Leh Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our company representative and transferred to your accommodation in Leh. After check-in, spend the day resting and acclimatizing to the high altitude of Ladakh. Take in the breathtaking mountain views and explore the local gardens.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 2 Explore the Local
Leh - Local Tour
After breakfast, embark on a full-day city tour of Sham Valley, visiting notable sites such as the Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Sangam Point, Rafting Point, and Spituk Monastery.
• Hall of Fame: A must-visit for every patriotic Indian, built by the Indian Army in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in the Kargil War.
• Gurudwara Pathar Sahib: Located 40 km from Leh, constructed in 1571 in memory of Guru Nanak's visit to the region.
• Magnetic Hill: Witness the surreal experience of your car moving upwards on a steep slope with its engine turned off.
• Sangam Point: The confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers, offering a scenic view.
• Sham Valley: Also known as 'Apricot Valley', this area is home to some of the remotest villages in Ladakh.
• Spituk Monastery: A Buddhist monastery known for its giant Kali statue, built in the 11th century.
Return to Leh in the evening for an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Travel to Nubra and Explore Destinations on the Way
Leh – Disket – Hunder – Nubra (One Way – 140km, 5 hours by road)
After breakfast, depart Leh and travel to Nubra Valley, famously known as the 'Valley of Flowers' for its diverse flora. The journey takes you over Khardung La Pass, the world's highest motorable road at 18,390 feet above sea level.
The drive offers breathtaking landscapes and is a truly unforgettable experience. Upon arrival in Nubra Valley, visit the Disket Monastery to see the 100-foot Buddha statue. Optionally, enjoy a camel safari on Nubra’s resident double-humped camels in Hunder.
Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Nubra Valley.
Day 4 Explore Nubra
Nubra - Turtuk - Nubra
After breakfast, commence your drive to Turtuk village. Turtuk, located in the Nubra Valley, is situated 80 km from Hunder on the banks of the Shyok River in the Leh district of Jammu and Kashmir. The village was under Pakistan's control until 1971, when India gained control of this strategic area.
Geographically, Turtuk lies in the Baltistan Region and is one of four such villages in India, the others being Tyakshi, Chalunkha, and Thang. Predominantly a Muslim village, the residents speak Balti, Ladakhi, and Urdu. Turtuk is the last outpost in India before the Pakistan-controlled Gilgit-Baltistan region begins and serves as one of the gateways to the Siachen Glacier.
After exploring Turtuk Village, return to Hunder village in Nubra.
Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Nubra.
Day 5 Travel to Pangong
Nubra Valley - Pangong Lake (One Way – 165 km, 6.5 hours by road)
This itinerary features an adventurous drive through picturesque landscapes to the magnificent Pangong Lake, a highlight of your tour. This must-see destination in Ladakh gained fame from the movie 'Three Idiots.'
Notably, more than half of Pangong Lake forms the border between India and China. The lake's waters are renowned for changing color with the angle of the sun, offering incredible photo opportunities. Remember to bring your camera and spare batteries! Overnight stay at Pangong.
Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Pangong.
Day 6 Travel to Hanle
Pangong Lake – Hanle
After breakfast, begin your drive to Hanle, a large historic village in the Indian union territory of Ladakh. Hanle is home to the 17th-century Hanle Monastery of the Drukpa Kagyu branch of Tibetan Buddhism and is situated in the Hanle River valley on an old branch of the ancient Ladakh–Tibet trade route.
Renowned for its excellent visibility throughout the year, Hanle is a prime location for scientists and photographers seeking perfect night sky views.
Enjoy the dinner and an overnight stay in Hanle.
Day 7 Travel to Tsomriri
Hanle – Tsomoriri
Start the day with an early morning breakfast, then drive to Tsomoriri Lake. This lake serves as a breeding ground for numerous bird species and other wildlife, including the bar-headed goose, crested grebe, Brahmini duck (ruddy sheldrake), brown-headed gull, wild ass, Tibetan mastiff, and many more.
The lake, spanning 8 km wide and 28 km long, offers breathtaking colors and natural beauty.
Overnight stay and dinner at a hotel near Tsomoriri Lake.
Day 8 Travel Back to Tsomoriri
Tsomoriri – Leh
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your drive to Leh. En route, visit Tso Kar Lake, Puga Hot Springs, and Tanglang La Pass.
Tso Kar Lake: Known for its fluctuating salt levels, this lake is notable for its size and depth and is situated in the Rupshu Plateau and valley in the southern part of Ladakh, India.
Puga Hot Springs: These springs have the greatest potential for geothermal energy development in the Indian subcontinent. The area is known for its vigorous geothermal activity, including hot springs, mud pools, and deposits of sulfur and borax.
Tanglang La Pass: At an elevation of 5,328 meters, this high-altitude mountain pass is located in the Indian union territory of Ladakh. The Leh–Manali Highway, which leads south from Upshi to Tanglang La, is mostly paved, except for a short unpaved section just north of the pass.
Upon arrival in Leh, check into the hotel. After a quick wash and change, embark on a monastery tour.
Shey Monastery: Located approximately 15 km south of Leh, Shey Palace was built in 1650 and houses the largest Changchup Chorten (Victory Stupa) in Ladakh, with its top made of pure gold. Stupas, dome-shaped buildings erected as Buddhist shrines, are seen all over the region.
Thiksey Monastery: One of the main attractions here is the Maitreya Buddha statue, which is almost two stories tall and is a splendid piece of architecture.
Chang La Pass: Claimed to be the third highest motorable road in the world, Chang La is a high mountain pass in Ladakh. It is approached from Leh via Kharu and Sakti village by an asphalt road. The climb is very steep and requires careful driving.
After visiting these sites, return to the hotel. Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Leh.
Day 9 Embark with Cherishing Memories
Departure from Leh
Our driver will transfer you from your accommodation to Leh Airport for your early morning flight.
Inclusions :
- All transportation requirements in a preferred vehicle with an experienced Hindi-speaking driver.
- Trip duration of 8 Nights and 9 Days.
- Trip start and end point: Leh Airport.
- All accommodations on a double or triple basis at hotels/camps.
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner (MAPI plan).
- All transport arrangements as per requirements.
- Sightseeing tours as per itinerary (vehicle on a non-disposal basis). Inner Line Permit for restricted areas.
- Ladakh environment fee and applicable taxes.
- Pickup and drop-off facilities.
Exclusions :
- Monument entrance fees (varies based on personal preference).
- Optional tour guide: 2000 INR per day (recommended for all foreign clients)
- Optional dune buggy/camel safari (price dependent on duration).
- Optional rafting/mountain biking/bullet bike.
- Optional hire of an oxygen cylinder: 750 INR per cylinder per day.
- Any changes/cancellations/expenses due to flight/train/bus delays.
- Any costs arising from ‘Acts of God’ including landslides, road blockages, terrorist activities, and political disturbances. Costs are to be borne by the client directly.
Important Instructions:
- Child Accommodation Policy • Children aged 5 and below: Complimentary. • Children aged 11 and above: Extra bed charges apply.
- Ladakh is a high-altitude region, and mild symptoms of altitude sickness are common. Consult your doctor before travel and consider taking Diamox (or similar medication). We schedule a full day of rest upon arrival, and our guides are equipped to handle altitude-related emergencies. Standard medications are available in Leh but bring any specific prescriptions.
- Prepaid Indian SIM cards do not work in Ladakh. Postpaid services with BSNL, Airtel, and Aircel are operational. Use internet-based services such as Skype, Viber, WhatsApp, Facebook, or email. Free WiFi is available in most hotels, and internet cafes are in the main bazaar, though power failures can occur.Popular items include authentic pashmina shawls, hand-woven rugs, locally made woolen clothing, trekking gear, traditional pots, Tibetan handicrafts, and Ladakhi jewelry.
- Arrive at the airport 2 hours before departure for security checks.
- Itinerary changes may occur due to hotel availability without altering the total number of days or compromising services.
- Vehicles are non-air-conditioned and available trip-wise within municipal limits.
- Follow program timings; missed services due to delays are non-refundable.
- Hotels are subject to availability; alternatives will be provided if necessary.
- Prepaid numbers do not work in Jammu and Kashmir; postpaid numbers do.
- Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir).
- Electricity is available from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm in Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake.