Leh Ladakh

Day 1: Leh Arrive at Leh – the largest city and the capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh. This region is known for its high passes, dramatic mountains, and beautiful landscapes, hence, known as paradise on Earth. On arrival, you will have free time to get acclimatized to this high-altitude destination, referred to as the cold desert of India. Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Leh Explore the city of Leh. Visit Shanti Stupa - a peace seat of Japanese Buddhists, inaugurated by the Dalai Lama, Magnetic Hill, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Indus-Zanskar Sangam, Leh Palace, and the Hall of Fame War Museum (subject to operation). Free time for shopping (if time permits). Enjoy a Folk dance in the evening (subject to operation). Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink at Leh Palace. Juice at Leh. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Leh – Khardung La Pass – Diskit – Hunder Village Sand Dunes - Nubra Valley Morning, we drive to Nubra Valley, also called Dumra, which lies to the north of Leh. It is accessible over the Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world at a height of 5359 m. From Khardung-la, we drive to Diskit Monastery - the oldest and largest Gompa in Nubra Valley, famous for its beautiful architecture and intricate frescos and wall paintings. Also visit the Future Buddha - a 108-foot statue of Lord Buddha. Later, we visit Hunder Sand Dunes, a popular tourist destination famous for its unique beauty. Pass by the Shyok River and arrive at Nubra Valley, known for its pristine natural beauty, stunning lakes, apricot orchards, and lovely surroundings. This spectacular valley is also known for the Bactrian camels and Quad biking. If time permits, you can enjoy these activities on your own at an additional cost. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink en-route Khardung La Pass to Nubra Valley. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Nubra Valley – Turtuk Village – Nubra Valley Today, we take an excursion to Turtuk Village. The landscape, culture, language, clothing, and even the physical features of the people change quite drastically when crossing over into Turtuk, technically entering the Baltistan region. It is the Indian-administered part of the Baltistan region. In the 1971 war, the Indian army captured this village, and it is the last village in Ladakh near the LOC. It is also one of the gateways to the Siachen Glacier. Later, also visit Thang Village (subject to operation) - a small village in the Leh district. We also take a photo stop at the LOC Point. In the evening, we return to Nubra Valley. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake Travel to Pangong Tso – the most popular lake in the Ladakh region, as it is situated at a high altitude and keeps changing color from shades of blue to green. The brackish water of this lake has very low micro-vegetation and no aquatic life. The lake acts as an important breeding ground for a variety of birds, including several migratory birds. The lake water stretches for more than 100 km from China, Tibet to India. Overnight at Pangong. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink en-route to Pangong. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Pangong Lake - Leh Morning, we proceed to Leh. On arrival, visit Shey Palace – which was used as a summer retreat by the kings of Ladakh. Also view the Indus River, Hemis Gompa, and Rancho School (subject to operation). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Leh Board the flight to your hometown. The tour concludes. Meals: Breakfast

• Traditional Khatak Ceremony: A welcome ceremony upon arrival.

• Diskit Monastery: Nubra Valley’s largest and most historic Gompa.

• Turtuk Village: The last village in Ladakh near the LOC, known for its natural beauty, green valleys, and fruit orchards.

• Pangong Tso: The most popular lake in the Ladakh region, which keeps changing color from shades of blue to green.

• Shey Palace: Earlier a summer retreat for the kings of Ladakh.

• Shanti Stupa: A symbol of peace for Japanese Buddhists, inaugurated by the Dalai Lama.

• Indus-Zanskar Sangam: The breathtaking confluence of two mighty rivers.

• Accommodation: Twin sharing basis for the duration of the tour in the itinerary.

• Meals: As mentioned in the itinerary.

• Coach Transfers: From the first day's meeting point of the group to the last day's dropping point of the tour.

• Entrance Fees: All entrance fees for the sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary.

• Tour Manager Services: Services of the Tour Manager from the first day's meeting point to the last day's dropping point of the tour.

• Airfare: Cost of economy class return airfare from Mumbai / region (if specifically mentioned) for Airport to Airport Tours.

• Internal Airfare: Cost of any internal airfare if specified in the itinerary.

• Travel Insurance: Cost of Travel insurance up to 70 years of age for India Tours and World Tours (Except for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra).

• Tips: Driver Tips and Guide Tips as per the itinerary.

• City Tax: City Tax (if applicable) as per the itinerary.

• Complimentary: Complimentary Travel Essential Dasa Holidays Voucher.

• Transportation:

  • Cost of Rail or Airfare to and from the meeting and dropping place of the tour except for Airport to Airport Tours or as specifically mentioned in the tour itinerary.

  • Cost of any individual Airport / Railway station transfer.

  • Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another instead of the coach.

• Charges & Taxes:

  • Any Increase in the Airfare / Hotel tariff charges.

  • Any Increase in the fuel surcharge or any kind of taxes levied by the respective government or statutory bodies.

  • Service or Government taxes as applicable from time to time.

• Personal Expenses & Services:

  • Porterage (Coolie charges), laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), telephone charges, shopping, all items of a personal nature, and also food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.

  • Extra stay pre/post tour.

  • Extra water bottle charges.

  • Extra photographs clicked other than group photographs.

  • Medicines required if any.

• Optional & Upgraded Items:

  • Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from the route of the tour in case of Airport to Airport tours.

  • Additional extra topping if taken.

  • If any activity/sightseeing is done twice.

  • Any add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour program.

  • Fur coats/Jackets to visit snow points or any special attire required to visit any particular sightseeing place.

  • Any upgradation in the room category or airline class.

  • Premium seat charges.

• Unforeseen Circumstances:

  • Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, force majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes, etc.

  • Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization or any individual unforeseen cost-incurring incidence.

• Specific Tour Exclusions:

  • In case of Pilgrimage tours, the cost of horseback, Doli, Helicopter (unless specifically mentioned), chopper, etc.

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