Magical Ladakh unfolds like a dream in the heart of the Himalayas, captivating with its stark yet mesmerizing landscapes. From the ancient monasteries that echo with spirituality to the surreal blue waters of Pangong Lake, every corner of Ladakh exudes enchantment. With rugged mountains, high-altitude passes, and a rich cultural tapestry, Magical Ladakh is a transcendent experience that lingers in the soul, beckoning adventurers to explore its mystique.
Itinerary
Arrival Leh by morning flight and transfer to the hotel. After welcome drink take a complete rest for acclimatization to the height altitude of Leh (3500 meters). In the late afternoon drive to the city for an orientation walk in the markets‚ followed by a visit to Shanti Stupa‚ Leh palace. Dinner & Overnight Stay.
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall Of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army), Magnetic Hill, Confluence of the Zanskar, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Alchi Gompa.
Morning drive to Nubra Valley 125km/ 4-5 hrs crossing Khardongla Pass 18360 ft, the world highest motorable pass. Afternoon visit Diskit Monastery and the white sand dunes with perhaps a Camel Safari on the double humped camles in Hundar which are found only in Nubra as far as India is concerned. Overnight at Nubra.
After an early breakfast, proceed to Turtuk (A village that was won by India in the 1971 war with Pakistan) and extremely close to the border. Visit a 16th Century Mosque, (comprising of a touch of Turkish & Iranian culture), ruined fort of Dhards and Monastery. Admire the magnificent view of the famous K2 peak (The second highest peak in the world after Mount Everest). Later back to hotel for overnight stay
After an early breakfast we check out from Camp or hotel and drive towards Hunder where you have opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the sand dunes of this high altitude desert with snowcapped mountains on the horizon. On the return stop at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their daily chores. Later we drive towards Pangong Tso via Agham & Shyok Valley. Some of the road patches in areas are extremely tough (towards nubra side) in terms of road conditions but no doubt the journey is very scenic! Later after crossing this adventurous part we drive further towards Durbuk & Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangong lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). Upon arrival we check in at our Camp/Hotel Near Pangong lake. Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel
You can enjoy early morning photo-shoots of the lake which looks great, breakfast and then drive back to Leh. If you wish, you can can visit Hemis Monastery 5 km across Indus river near Kharu, Hemis is the richest and the biggest monastery complex in Ladakh and Thiksey monastery. Back to Leh by noon. Afternoon free at leisure for last minute shopping etc. Overnight at the Hotel.
After breakfast, get transferred to Leh Airport for boarding the flight to your destination. Tour Concludes with some wonderful long lasting memories
