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Memorable Ladakh
Overview
Situated in the far north, on the ancient silk route, Ladakh is famous for its Tibetan Buddhist culture and traditions that have remain unchanged and hidden for centuries. Age-old monasteries and villages lie nestled in its unique lunar landscape of arid mountains, high passes, plateaus and deep valleys making for unexpected and striking encounters. We begin with a spectacular flight over the Himalayas to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. We spend the first two days acclimatizing to the high altitude (3,500mabove sea level), with gentle sightseeing in and around Leh before heading out to the highest motor-able road in the world negotiating Khardung La (pass) at 5602m, with fabulous panoramic views of the Himalayas. Following our Trip we reach close to the most picturesque place that you will visit in these six- days Ladakh trip is beyond doubt, the Pangong Lake, with its blue water and color changing mountains forming the backdrop, this lake would take your breath away. The last day of the tour passes through the beautiful landscape with stoppages at villages and monasteries en route for a closer and better understanding of their people and culture.
Tour Highlights
- Hemis monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- A visit to the gigantic and picturesque Pangong Tso Lake.
- Tibetan culture in and around Leh.
- Alchi monastery the oldest in the region
- Khardung La, the world’s highest motorable pass
- Lamayuru, - a famous monastery in the Western Ladakh
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Day 1 - In the early morning flight from Delhi, the plane flies over the Himalayan Range providing amazing overhead view of the whole mountain range with gigantic glaciers and glaring peaks before it brings us to Leh, a fertile valley just to the north of the mighty Indus River (this flight is subject to appropriate weather and perfect flying conditions). Upon arrival, we transfer to the hotel. By the time your check-in is organized, our representative would introduce the tour file to you and handover the tour documents. Late afternoon there is a gentle orientation walk in Leh and its bazaars to acclimatize ourselves to the altitude (3,500m). We take a pleasant short walk in the valley around Leh, heading first to Shanti Stupa. The two-level stupa features a photograph of the current Dalai Lama with the relics of the Buddha at its base. Leh Palace- bearing a passing resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa (Tibet), this nine-storey dun-coloured building took shape under 17th century king Sengge Namgyal. Essentially it has been unoccupied since the Ladakhi royals were stripped of power in 1846. Rest of the day is at leisure for Acclimatization to the altitude (Leh is 3,500 metres above sea level).
Overnight - Hotel
Day 2 - Following breakfast we drive towards to one of the world’s highest motor-able road Khardung la, the road is ia must see attraction when visiting Ladakh. The majestic landscape will leave you speechless. Built in 1976 it was opened to motor vehicles in 1988 and has seen many automobile, motorbike and mountain biking expeditions since then. Return to Leh, rest of the day is set free to spend the day as per your preference. Indulge in shopping at the market or get some rest.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 3 - After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake enroute we will discover the palace of Shey, built in the 16th century AD. Then we drive further Thiksey Gompa, an impressive complex rising on a hill above the village which houses a beautiful 15-meter gold-plated statue of Maitreya Buddha, the Buddha of the Future. We drive further towards Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs. The long easy ascent takes you to Changla pass through its winding roads passing through Sakti Village. Stop at the Changla Pass for a quick photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can relax for a cup of tea. Leaving 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 near Pangong Lake.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 4 - Today we take a tour of the Indus Valley monasteries. We visit Thiksey Gompa, an impressive complex rising on a hill above the village which houses a beautiful 15-meter gold-plated statue of Maitreya Buddha, the Buddha of the Future. From here, following a good road which is lined with white-painted and decorated chortens, we arrive in Shey. We will discover the palace of Shey, built in the 16th century AD. Then we drive further to visit the famous Hemis Gompa, founded in the 1630’s and one of the largest and richest gompas of Ladakh. Later in the evening we drive back to Leh.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 5 - This drive will take you through the local sightseeing of Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, & further driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence Of The Indus And Zanskar River, Sangam view where Indus & Zanskar River meet enroute visiting the Lamayuru Monastery. On your return drive to Leh you first visit the Alchi Gompa. The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated place of Ladakh’s monasteries.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 6 - After early breakfast, checkout from Hotel & get transferred to airport for onward flight back home, but with memories of a wonderful trip.
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