Ancient Monasteries Tour

Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights

Destinations: Srinagar - Kargil - Rangdom - Padum - Kargil - Uletokpo - Leh (Ladakh)

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Package Overview

If you wanna taste some enlightned by visiting some of the greatest monasteries in India then this 13N / 14D Ancient Monastery tour is going to be a perfect one for you. Along with visiting monasteries situated at Padum, Rangdom and Uletokpo, you're also going to relish the sightseeing your of beautiful Srinagar. You'll get a chance to visit three different parts of this breathtaking state of the country, Jammu and Kashmir. You'll also be include in trekking at Zanskar, one of the most well-recognised trekking tracks around the world.

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Package Highlights

Shikara ride on Dal Lake, Srinagar
Visit to Rangdum and Sunni Gompa
Excursion to Karsha Monastery (the largest one at Zanskar)
Trek to Bardan Gompa (a 17th century monastery)
Visit to Lamayuru Monastery (the oldest and largest Gompa in Ladakh)
Trek to Rizong Monastery, known as "Paradise for Meditation"
Visit to Alchi monastery
Day trip to Hemis, Thiksey and Shey Monastery
Visit to Kings Palace and Leh Mosque

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Trip Inclusion

Hotel are best and well catogrised.
Well furnished Accommodation.
Welcome drink on arrival (non alcoholic)
All transfers by private commercial vehicles
Sight seeing as per day itinerary
Vehicles and Transport Included.
24X7 Assistance.

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Trip Exclusion

Any Air Fare
Services of the vehicle on leisure days and for sightseeing not included in the itinerary
Alcoholic/aerated beverages, bottled water and starters
Camera fees
Entrance fees at all tourist attractions mentioned in the itinerary
Medical and travel insurance
Peak Season Charges
All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
GST
Anything not mentioned under "Inclusions"

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Suggested Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival Srinagar

On arrival at Srinagar Airport, Our tour representative will greets you and gives you a smooth transfer to the pre-booked houseboat. Relish a loveable ride in the Shikara on the Dal Lake while admiring the beautiful view around. Dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.

Day 02 Srinagar

This morning after having your hearty breakfast proceed for the half- day city tour of the Mughal Gardens, which also combines a visit to Nishat, also famoused as The Garden of Pleasure. It was built during 1636 AD. Next in line is Shamilar Bagh, the Abode of Love built during 1619 AD. At afternoon, cover, the Jamia Masjid, Museum, Shah Hamdan mosque. Stroll around the market in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay on the houseboat.

Day 03 Srinagar - Kargil

On the day 03rd early morning after having breakfast check-out from the houseboat and start your road journey to Kargil (205 kms). After Sonmarg, your drive is going to be downwards. Cross Zojila pass (3527m). It is quit famous as (Gateway of Ladakh). Stop at Drass for refreshment. From here, Kargil is just two and a half hours far away. Once you arrive, check-into your pre-booked hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 Kargil - Rangdom (135 Kms)

This morning after having breakfast proceed out for the Zanskar valley, en-route via Panikar and Parkachan villages. Relish the sight of Nun and Kun peaks. Evening arrival in Rangdum. Overnight stay in the tents.

Day 05 Rangdum - Padum (150 Kms)

This early morning visit to Rangdum Gompa. Laterwards, proceed to Padum, Capital of Zanskar valley. On the way cross Pensila pass (4401 m). Also relish the view of some ancient Buddhist villages. Once you cross Tungri bridge, you cover Sunni Gompa. Afternoon arrival in Padum. Overnight stay in the tents.

Day 06 Padum

On the 06th day of this tour relish an enjoy a day-trip to Pipitong, Thonde Gompa and Zangla (3450 m). This one of the most beautiful villages houses the Zangla Gompa. Afterwards the another ancient monastery, Karsha Gompa. Overnight stay in the tents.

Day 07 Padum - Bardan Gompa

Day 7 is reserved for an entire day trek to the Bardan Gompa (7 to 8 hours). Visit Padum market and Padum Gompa, while returning back. Stay overnight in the tents.

Day 08 Padum - Kargil (285 Kms)

On Reach Kargil in the evening after having a full- day drive. Stay overnight in the hotel.

Day 09 Kargil - Uletokpo

This morning after having breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Uletokpo (153 kms), you'll cross Fotula pass (13749 ft), the highest pass on Srinagar- Leh route. Cover Mulbek and Lamayuru monastery, two of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh. Later proceed to Uletokpo. Afternoon visit to the Rizong monastery (05 kms journey on foot). Overnight stay in the tents.

Day 10 Uletokpo - Leh (81 kms)

On the 10th day, pay a visit to Alchi Monastery. Proceed to Carry the journey towards Leh. Relish the view of Buddhist villages. The afternoon is free for leisure activities. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.

Day 11 Leh (Ladakh)

This morning after having breakfast take a relishable excursion to Hemis, Thiksey and Shey Monastery. These are three of the most well-recosnised monasteries of Ladakh. Return back to hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12 Leh (Ladakh)

This morning after having breakfast proceed to visit Spituk and Phyang monastery. Later cover King's palace, Leh Mosque, Tsemo Gompa, the Bazar as well as Shankar Gompa. Return back to hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 13 Leh (Ladakh)

On the 13th day of your tour package, after having breakfast proceed to Stok Palace and Museum. Visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp, on your way back. Spend the afternoon in the activities of your interest. Stay overnight in the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 14 Leh Departure

This morning after having your hearty breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Leh Airport to board your flight for your onwards journey.

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Applicable T&C

Rates mentioned above are valid for Indian nationals only until and unless specified along with quotation.
The quotations are given without holding any confirmed reservations either in the airlines/transport or in the hotels. Once the quotation is accepted by the guest and advance amount is deposited either in Cheque / cash to process the reservation, the booking is processed at our end. In case we are unable to provide the services then the deposited amount shall be refunded to the guest. For the packages which are booked under our Airline Group Packages the airline tickets might be delivered 2 days before the departure of the group.
Base category rooms will be booked in Hotels unless and until specified in the quotation. In case the rooms are not available in selected hotel, rooms shall be booked in similar hotel or higher category rooms where you have to pay the differences.
Extra bed/mattress will be provided as per the hotel policy. If the hotel is giving an extra mattress instead of an extra bed it will be considered as an extra bed only.
Any date amendments in the air tickets will be considered as cancellation only and new tickets are issued under new applicable fare at the time of issuance of ticket and cancellation charges are applicable for the cancelled tickets as per airline policy.
Any amendments in the date or itinerary are to be intimated us in writing and amended confirmation depends on the availability of given hotels on requested dates. Cancellation policy shall be applicable in such case.
In a tour package, no refund shall be made for unutilized services. It is on guest's discretion whether to take service or not.
Please carry your valid Identity proof card (passport in case of International travel) containing your photograph as it is required at the airport and during check in at hotels. Pan card is not a valid identity proof so please don't carry that with you.
The check in and check-out time of most of the hotels is 02 PM to 12 PM and number of meals including breakfast is always corresponding to the no. of nights booked by the guest. The hotel does not provide breakfast on the day of arrival.
For early check in and late check outs payments are to be settled directly by the guest at the hotel.
Trans n Trip can assist you in processing visa for international travel but can't assure your visa and in case of failure of visa process, the cancellation policy will be applicable and will be charged from client.
In case of International travel, rates may vary based on change of ROE or any other fluctuation in international market or subject to availability.

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Price

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