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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
Planning a road trip? A scenic journey from Manali to Ladakh is a dream of many. The snow-capped mountains, the rivers flowing through the course, the hiking trails and the adventure in every step make it a thrilling and exciting journey.
Manali and Leh are blessed with the charisma of nature where you will find wilderness, serene view of the rivers and valleys and experience tranquility. While Manali is a green oasis where you can witness the beauty of apple orchids, snow-laden mountains, and cascading waterfalls, Ladakh is the complete opposite. The cold desert rarely has any vegetation, the roads are untamed, and the temperature is often reaching the freezing point.
This journey of Manali with Ladakh by Tripify.com will open up new adventures and experiences.
Highlights
- Admire the tranquil beauty of white-domed Shanti Stupa
- Scale the mighty Baralacha La, Khardung La and Chang La
- 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
Itinerary
This tour starts from Chandigarh. You will meet our representative here, who will accompany you on this beautiful journey. We will proceed towards Manali. This picturesque hill station is nestled in the picturesque Kullu Valley alongside the Beas River.
Manali offers an adventurous holiday escape with beautiful treks and a serene journey to Ladakh through Lahaul and Spiti.
Once you arrive in Manali, check in at the hotel and you have the time to unwind and spend the day at leisure. Dinner will be served at the hotel where you will stay overnight.
Morning calls for breakfast before we head out on our breathtaking journey towards Sarchu via the scenic Rohtang Pass. Following the scenic trails of Chandra River, we will make our way to Keylong. It is the district headquarters of Lahaul & Spiti.
On our way, we will visit Jispa monastery, built to celebrate the auspicious 18th Kalachakra initiation by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in July 1994. En route to Darcha, Patsao, Zingzing Bar, and Baralacha-La pass, which is one of the highest passes on the way to Leh.
Here, you can stop to witness the tranquil beauty of Suraj Tal. The journey continues through Kalungsarai to Sarchu.
We will spend the night at a camp/hotel in Sarchu.
Have an early breakfast and prepare yourself for the most enthralling journey. We will proceed towards our destination- Leh. The journey will be quite exhilarating, passing through the Gata Loops with 21 winding curves. The hairpin bends and challenging routes will make you feel the adrenaline. Our journey will take us through the high passes of Nakki-La, Lachung-La, and Tanglang-La, the second-highest motorable road globally. You will see the tiny temples and fluttering prayer flags marking the mountain peaks.
Continuing the drive, we will descend towards Rumptse, which is the first village on the way to Leh and the last village towards Manali.
We will arrive in Leh by evening, where you can check in at the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Give your morning a beautiful start with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. You will be picked up from the hotel to reach the Indus and Zanskar River Sangam.
Continuing the day tour, our next stop will be Gurdwara Pathar Sahib Ji, constructed to honour the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Seek blessings and then proceed for a magical experience at Magnetic Hills. Here you can feel the vehicles moving uphill, against gravity.
Our last stop for the day is the Leh Hall of Fame. Visit the Kargil War Memorial, built to pay homage to the brave soldiers who fought for the country. It was built by the Indian Army in memory of brave martyrs who lost their lives during the Indo-Pak war.
As the day comes to an end, you will get back to the hotel for dinner. You will stay the night at Leh.
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.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will start the day by visiting Turtuk. This village was under the control of the Pakistani Government. Later after the 1971 Indo-Pak war, it became part of India and has now opened its doors to tourists.
Turtuk has a unique landscape and cultural atmosphere that makes it so different from the rest of the Nubra Valley. You will see the apricot trees and the picturesque views of the Karakoram Range.
You will stay at Hunder Camps in Nubra.
Start the morning with a delicious breakfast at the camp before hitting off the road again. Our next destination is Pangong Lake, and we will take you through a scenic route, exploring Shyok, Tangtse, and Spangmik. This route is not only a shortcut but also offers a breathtaking view of the valley and mountains.
Following the course of the Shyok River, we will descend into the Shyok village, nestled beautifully amidst the barren mountains.
As the day proceeds, we will reach our destination- Pangong Lake. Check in at the camp/hotel and spend the rest of the day admiring the beauty of nature around you.
Stay overnight in Pangong.
The morning starts with breakfast before you prepare yourself for the day. Today, we will drive you back to Leh, taking you through the Chang La Pass.
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
Start the day early with a hearty breakfast and check-out. Our tour representative will drop you off at the airport to catch your onward flight back home.
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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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