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Mountains, Lakes, High Passes, Culture, Temple, Heritage, Adventure
- 8 nights / 9 days
- Travel Period - May - October'24
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- Themes: Mountains, Lakes, High Passes, Culture, Temple, Heritage, Adventure
Overview
Enclosed between the mighty mountains, the white snow blanket, and the rugged terrains, Ladakh is a land of magic and miracles. Exploring Ladakh means experiencing new adventures and the unreal beauty of nature.
The culture of Ladakh is like a mosaic, weaved with Tibetan, Hinduism, and Buddhist beliefs. There are more than 100 monasteries in Ladakh where you can discover the rich history and heritage. The remote regions of Pangong or Turtuk are slowly becoming a retreat for people who want to stay close to nature in its raw and wild form. You can camp under the sky, conquer the dramatic roads, and delve into the rustic beauty of Ladakh, which leaves all in awe.
Highlights
- Admire the tranquil beauty of white-domed Shanti Stupa
- Scale the mighty Khardung La, Chang La and Umling La Passes
- Get stunned by the beauty of the highest saltwater Lake- Pangong Tso
- Shop for some souvenirs and handicrafts in Leh Market
- Double Humped Bactrian Camel ride at Nubra Valley
- Experience the life at serene Hanley village
Itinerary
As you arrive at the airport in Leh, you will meet our tour representative, who will assist you throughout the tour. You will be dropped off at the hotel to rest and acclimatise before starting the tour.
Depending on your health, you might start the tour in the afternoon, post-lunch. Enjoy the sunset at the famous Shanti Stupa. This Japanese Pagoda was built by an Indian-based Japanese monk for world peace. It was inaugurated by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1985.
As the day ends, our tour guide will drop you off at the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Leh.
Welcome the morning in Leh with breakfast before heading out for an exciting tour. Today, we will witness the magical Indus and the Zanskar River Sangam. Following the path along the Indus River, we will reach our next destination- Gurdwara Patthar Sahib Ji, which was built to honour Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It is located at an altitude of 12,000 feet.
The tour continues to our next destination, Magnetic Hill, where the cars defy gravity. It appears as if the vehicles are moving uphill against gravity.
We will conclude the day's excursion with the Leh Hall of Fame. Visit the Kargil War Memorial, which was built to honour the brave soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-Pak War.
The day ends back at the hotel, where you will have dinner and stay overnight.
Starting with an early breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed on a thrilling and exciting journey through Nubra. Located at an elevation of 10,000 feet approximately, Nubra Valley is home to a rich culture. The journey to Nubra is quite exciting, taking you through many passes. Our first stop will be Khardung La Pass, at an elevation of 18,380 ft. Being the highest motorable road, it is a dream of many to drive through Khardung La.
Our next stop will be Diskit Monastery (118 km), which was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo in 1420 A.D. continuing the tour, we will reach Nubra. Check-in, rest, and proceed for some adventure at Hundar village. Here, you can enjoy a double-humped Bactrian camel safari.
Get back to the hotel or camp for dinner and overnight stay in Nubra.
Enjoy breakfast at the camp or hotel in Nubra and get ready to explore the magical beauty of Turtuk. Turtuk was once under the control of the government of Pakistan, but after 1971, it came under the Indian government. You can experience the diverse landscape, which houses rare wildlife. The apricot trees lined the village, enhancing the natural vista of the place.
You can see the Karakoram Range dominating the sky and the rustic village adorning the green fields.
As the day ends, you will get back to the hotel or camp in Nubra for dinner and stay overnight.
The morning in Nubra feels amazing. Have breakfast at the hotel or camp before you continue your journey to your onward destination. Discover the picturesque beauty of Tang Tse via Shyok. This village in Ladakh is nothing less than a serene getaway where you can capture the refreshing hues of nature.
We shall continue our journey till we arrive at Pangong Lake to see the mystical lake and its diverse colours. Pangong Lake changes colour from blue and green to gold, pink, and crimson throughout the day.
Admire the sky filled with stars as the sun sets. You will enjoy dinner at the camp or hotel and stay overnight.
The morning view in Pangong is worth witnessing. Have breakfast at the camp or hotel and check out to proceed on an enthralling journey. We will drive to Hanle via Chushul, Tsaga-La and Loma band. Hanle lies in the Changthang region, housing some beautiful monasteries and offering a glimpse of Tibetan culture. What's more exciting about Hanle is that it offers a serene and clear view of our galaxy. Tourists in Hanle often arrive to capture the rare beauty of the dark skies, studded with stars, and the Milky Way.
It is one of the smallest villages in India, with only 1000 people. The culture and heritage of Hanle are heartwarming. You can spend your day here, meeting the locals and soaking in the remote, untouched beauty of this village in Ladakh.
Dinner and stay overnight at your booked accommodation in Hanle.
Have breakfast at your homestay in Hanle and get ready for the day. We will take you to Umling La, which is the highest paved road in the world. The journey will be challenging, but worth the experience. We will pass through the Bukshado Bridge over Hanle Nallah and reach the Kalatartar Plain.
Soon, after the offroading experience, we will hit the tarmac road, which is an engineering marvel at that altitude. Our journey will take us through Nerbo-La and Chesum Bridge before reaching Umlung La. You have the time to relax and witness the unique land space and the marvel of nature before returning to Hanle via the same route.
Have dinner and stay overnight at your booked accommodation in Hanle.
Have breakfast at the hotel or homestay and check out. We will drive you back to Leh via the same route to make the journey beautiful.
Along the way, we will stop to explore Hemis Monastery, the largest monastery in Ladakh. Then, visit Thiksey Monastery, perched on a hillock, offering breathtaking views of the Indus Valley. Thiksey Monastery is known for its seated statue of the Maitreya. In the assembly hall or Dukhang, there are several prayer books stacked between wooden covers and bound in silk.
Proceed your journey to admire the beauty of Buddhist stupas, and you will see Shey Palace, the former summer residence of the King of Ladakh. Don't miss the visit to the 3 Idiots School Campus and Sindhu Darshan.
You will reach Leh by the evening, and the time is yours to explore the market, shop, and enjoy local food.
Have your dinner and spend the night at the hotel in Leh
Soon after breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport, from where you can board a flight to your onward destination.
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Hotel / Transport
HOTELS ENVISAGED
| DESTINATIONS | STANDARD | DELUXE | LUXURY | PREMIUM |
| Leh | Hotel Naro/ Royal Plaza/ Noble House/ La Buddha | Royal Ladakh / hotel Shanti Nest/ Grand Ladakh/ Mahey Retreat/ Alpine Villa/ Hotel Holiday Ladakh/ Hotel Mansarover / Hotel Silk Route Dlx | The Druk Ladakh/ Amanthi Ladakh/ Grand Himalaya/ Lakrook Boutique/ Hotel Kesar Palace | The Grand Dragon/ The Zen Resort/ Indus Valley Luxury |
| Nubra | Dowa Deluxe camp/ De-Nubra camp/ Summer Holiday Camp/ Nubra Boutique camp/ Northern Valley camp | Hotel Caravan Nubra/ De-Nubra camp/ Summer Holiday Camp/ Nubra Boutique camp/ Northern Valley camp | Mystique Meadows Earth Home/ Osay Khar Resort/ Hunder Sarai Premium/ Chalat seabuckthorn | Stone Hedge/ Lchang Retreat/ La Shayok Resort |
| Pangong | Ibex Cottage/Norling Cottage/ 100 sky camp/ Summer camp/ regal camp/ Pangong Holiday camp/ Buddha camp | Royal Rebo Rsort (made of mud) / Grand Norling/ Lemon Green Resort | Royal Rebo Resort/ High lake Camp/ Vista Resort/Grand Norling / Lemon Green Resort | The Merak Resort/ Pangong Retreat Luxury/ Similar |
| Tsomoriri | Yak camp/ Hotel Lake View/ Norling camp/ Hotel Lake View | Grand Dolphin/ Rupsho Residency/ Hotel Lake view super dlx | Grand Dolphin / Rupsho Residency/ Hotel Lake view super dlx | Grand Dolphin / Rupsho Residency/ Hotel Lake view super dlx |
| Sarchu | Mulkila adventure camp/ Goldrop camp/ Adventure camp | Mulkila adventure camp/ Goldrop camp/ Adventure camp | Mulkila adventure camp/ Goldrop camp/ Adventure camp | Mulkila adventure camp/ Goldrop camp/ Adventure camp |
| Kargil | Hotel Dizojila/ Hotel Green land/ hotel Rangyul | Highland Resort/ Chutuk Heights | Highland Resort/ Chutuk Heights | The Kargil/Similar |
| Hanle | Hanle House/ Similar | Hanle House/ Similar | Hanle House/ Similar | Hanle House/ Similar |
| Manali | Anand Maya/ Similar | Aloka Resort/ Similar | Hotel Snow heaven resort/ Similar | Ocean Blue/Snow bird/ Similar |
RATES PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
RATES APPLICABLE FOR TRAVEL FROM 15 APRIL TILL 15 OCTOBER 2024
Government Service Tax 5% as applicable will be charged on the total package cost.
Inclusion
Tour Cost Includes
- Accommodation on a twin/double sharing basis.
- Meals like Breakfast and Dinner at all places.
- All sightseeing which is part of the Tour Itinerary will be done by Innova/ Xylo/ Ertiga/ Tempo traveler
- Transportation as per the option mentioned above
- Inner line Permit
- Oxygen Cylinder
- Environmental fee as per the itinerary.
Tour Cost Excludes
- GST is applicable on total billing
- Camel Safari Charges for boating, Rafting, and any type of Adventurous Rides etc.
- Any type of Natural Crisis, Road Blocking, and Flight Delay Charges.
- Extra meals above Itinerary, Laundry, Telephone Charges, and Room service.
- Medical and Travel Insurance.
- Flight ticket.
- Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated).
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses, Optional Tours, And Extra Meals Ordered.
- Anything not specified under the head " TOUR COST INCLUDES "
Payment Policy
Advance Booking Fee
- 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total costs
- 29 - 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost
- 19 days or less before date of departure: 100% of total cost
Important: The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received 20 days before date of departure.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your Holiday
You or any member of your party may cancel their travel arrangements at any time. Written notification or an e-mail to that effect from the person who made the booking must be received at our office. The cancellation charges applicable are as per the published cancellation policy below:
Cancellation charges per person.
- 30 days or more before departure: 25% of total cost
- 29 - 20 days before departure: 50% of total cost
- Less than 19 days before departure: 100% of total cost
IMPORTANT
As per the reports, this move comes in the wake of preventing acute high altitude sickness among tourists, for which the Leh (Ladakh) administration has issued an order stating that tourists arriving in Leh will now have to undergo mandatory 48 hours of acclimatization before commencing their journey in the cold desert region. All the tourist places and airport in Leh Ladakh are open to all tourists.
You will now need to be extra cautious while planning a trip to Ladakh. As per the latest development, all those travelling to Ladakh will have to undergo mandatory 48 hours of acclimatization in Leh before continuing their journey.
As Leh is situated at an elevation of 3500 m above sea level, the same can cause sickness among tourists arriving particularly by air; it's worth mentioning that a number of tourists reaching Leh need to be hospitalised as they face mountain sickness.
Note:
WHO CAN TRAVEL TO LEH
Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years (vulnerable section of the people) are advised to travel only in unavoidable circumstances.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the nationals/citizens of CHINA / TAIWAN / AFGHANISTAN / BANGLADESH / PAKISTAN / SRI LANKA / MYANMAR (BURMA) are not allowed to visit restricted areas in Ladakh region. Hence these packages are not applicable for these nationals.
MUST KNOW
Protected area permit to citizen of following countries have to be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs / Ministry of External Affairs Govt. of India, New Delhi. The District Magistrate / Additional District Magistrate will not issue the Protected Area Permit without the prior approval of the above Ministries'.
They are requested to obtain the Protected Area Permit / Inner Line permit from the Ministry of Home Affairs/ Ministry of External Affairs Govt. of India, New Delhi.
1. China | 2. Pakistan | 3. Myanmar | 4. Afghanistan | 5. Sri Lanka | 6. Bangladesh & those who Possess Diplomatic Official Passport
About Places
Ladakh
Ladakh, the land of high pass, is home to the surreal beauty of nature. Blessed with the serenity of the Ladakh Range, the cascading Zanskar River, and the unbeaten Umlingla Pass, Ladakh has become an ultimate travel destination for every wandering soul. Residing at 11,000 feet above sea level, this union territory of India is a living paradise on Earth.
Travelling to Ladakh might be a fascination, but stepping out of your comfort zone requires courage. The untamed path, the deserted mountain, and the cold terrain are nothing less than a challenge that could change your perspective. It is not just the adventure that defines the journey to Ladakh. Everything has beauty, be it the river flowing through the roads or the pious air breezing through the mountain ranges. Devotees flock from around the world to visit the Buddhist monasteries- Hemis Monastery, Diskit Monastery, Gurdwara Patthar Sahib, and Shanti Stupa.
Spending a holiday in Ladakh is an eclectic mix of experiences. You can go camping under the stars in Nubra Valley, witness the magical colours of Pangong Lake, and ride up the highest motorable pass, Khardung La. The diversity of nature is the true miracle one can witness. Besides housing the majestic Zanskar and Karakoram ranges, Ladakh also has some tranquil lakes- Tso Moriri, Tso Kar, and Pangong Tso. The rare wilds, the exotic flora, and the endless adventure make it a destination worth exploring.
Terms & Conditions
The standard check-in time is noon, and check-out is 10:00 a.m. An early check-in or late check depends on availability and is totally at the discretion of the hotel.
A room can allot a maximum of 3 adults. A mattress shall be provided for the third occupant.
The itinerary, once fixed, cannot be changed. Transportation will be according to the itinerary and will not be available for other purposes. For any paid activity that is not operational due to an unforeseeable reason, a refund will be issued, which will be credited within 30 days of processing.
Complimentary tours and activities for which the guest is not charged, are non-refundable under any circumstance.
No AC will be provided in cold or hilly areas.
No Entrance fee, Parking, and Guide charges are included in the packages.
If you have connecting flights via different airlines, you may need to get your luggage at the connecting hub and register it again when checking in for the next leg to your destination.
Booking rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Airline seats and hotel rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Booking prices are based on the age of the passengers. Enter the correct age of passengers at the time of booking, as any incorrect age details may result in a penalty at the time of travel.
If the listed hotel is unavailable during the traveling dates, an alternate hotel/ camp will be provided of a similar standard.
If your package must be canceled due to any avoidable reason, Tripify.com will make every effort to provide you with the maximum refund return possible. This is subject to the terms of the agreement we have with our vendors.
TRIPIFY.COM reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time for any reason, including but not limited to: Force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels/flights, flight cancellation / re-routing, closures/entry restrictions at a place of visit, and so on. While we will try to make the best alternate arrangements, we are not liable for any refunds or compensation claims resulting from this.
Some hotels might ask for a security deposit during check-in. The hotel will refund the amount subject to their policy.
Any personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar charges, tips, portage, camera fees, etc, are not included in the booking amount.
Any items not mentioned under Inclusions are excluded from the booking cost.
Any special dinners or mandatory costs charged by the hotels, particularly during New Year's and Christmas, or on other special events are not included in the package. Our team will inform you regarding any additional charge if informed by the hotel. Please note that Tripify.com may not have this information readily available at all times.
The cost of deviation and the extension of your ticket's validity are not included.
Please refer to our Cancellation Policy for any questions about cancellations or refunds
Disputes, if any, shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi.
Most hotels in Ladakh offer room heaters upon request and direct payment.
Entrance fees for monuments and monasteries must be paid directly on the tour unless included in the holiday package.
Tented camps with basic washrooms will be provided in Nubra Valley and Pangong.
You need to get a postpaid network as prepaid connections do not work in Ladakh.
It is mandatory to get an Inner Line Permit to travel to Nubra Valley and Pangong.
It is mandatory for all Indian tourists to carry valid photo IDs issued by any govt. institution, for the inner line permits. Children accompanying their parents must carry birth certificates. Non-submission of the required documents will result in a denial of entrance into the restricted areas of Ladakh.
All tours and adventure activities are subject to weather conditions.
WiFi is only available at a few hotels in Leh and Nubra. No WiFi facility is available at Pangong and other places like Tso Moriri or Kargil.
Most hotels in Leh do not have escalators or lifts on the premises.
IMPORTANT:
According to reports, it is mandatory for tourists or anyone arriving in Leh to undergo 48 hours of acclimatization before beginning their journey in the cold desert region. This move issued by the Leh (Ladakh) administration is in response to preventing acute high-altitude sickness among tourists. All tourist attractions and airports in Leh Ladakh are open to all visitors.
Plan your vacation in Leh with extra caution, keeping at least 48 hours for acclimatizing in Leh before continuing your journey.
WHO CAN TRAVEL TO LEH:
People over the age of 65, those with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children under the age of ten (vulnerable groups) should travel only under unavoidable circumstances.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the nationals/citizens of CHINA / TAIWAN / AFGHANISTAN / BANGLADESH / PAKISTAN / SRI LANKA / MYANMAR (BURMA) are not allowed to visit restricted areas in the Ladakh region. Hence these packages do not apply to these nationals
MUST KNOW:
Citizens of the nations listed below must get protected area permits from the Ministry of Home Affairs / Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi. The District Magistrate / Additional District Magistrate will not issue the Protected Area Permit without prior clearance from the mentioned Ministries.
They are required to get a Protected Area Permit / Inner Line permit from the Ministry of Home Affairs/Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi.
1. China | 2. Pakistan | 3. Myanmar | 4. Afghanistan | 5. Sri Lanka | 6. Bangladesh & those who possess a Diplomatic Official Passport
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