Explore Ladakh

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Destinations: Leh - Lower Indus Valley - Nubra Valley - Pangong - Leh


Package Overview

Ladakh, one of the most beautiful places on earth, which thrusts to offering some memorable experiences to its travellers. If you wish to explore the best of this place, here is your chance. Discover Ladakh tour is a wonderful blend of some of the most popular destinations and attractions of Ladakh, including valleys, markets, monasteries, palaces and lakes. During the time period of 08 days, you'll visit Leh, Indus valley, Alchi/Ullay, Lamayuru, Nubra valley and Pangong Lake. Visit to Hemis monastery, Shey Palace, Basgo Castle, Pangong Lake, driving on Khardunga La Pass and shopping in Leh bazaars are some of the broad lights.

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Package Highlights

  • Evening Leisure walk and shopping at the Leh bazaars
  • Drive past the astounding Magnetic Hill
  • Sightseeing at Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Indus Valley
  • River rafting at Indus River at Nimu valley (subject to weather conditions)
  • Camel safari to the Hunder Sand Dunes, Nubra Valley
  • Drive on Khardungla Pass, one of the world's highest motorable passes
  • Same day trip to the captivating Pangong Lake
  • Overnight stay in camps on the banks of Pangong Lake
  • Sightseeing in Leh including the Leh Palace
  • Visit to the popular monasteries of Leh including Hemis and Thiksey
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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 1

Arrival Leh

On arrival at the Kushok Bakula airport in Leh, located at an altitude of 3500 m, meet our tour representative who greets you and assists you to take a smooth transfer to your pre-booked hotel. As you complete the check-in procedure at your hotel, relish you welcome drink. Relax the remaning day and scheduled for rest and acclimatization to the high altitudes of Ladakh, which is must. In the evening, relish a leisure walk up to Leh bazaar. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2

Leh - Lower Indus Valley - Leh

This day 02 is reserved to visit for Indus Valley tour, exploring its main attractions. Continue your drivefrom Leh towards the Indus Valley. You drive past from the Magnetic Hill or the Gravity Hill. Known for creating an amazing optical illusion, it's one of the best wonders of the Himalayas. Continue the drive. Just before you enter the Indus valley, take a break and explore the beautiful Nimu valley. This valley has a barren yet charming landscape and is also famous for offering rafting experiences. If the weather permits, you can go for rafting in Indus River. Afternext visit to Pathar Sahib Gurudwara. Situated on Leh-Nimu road, it was built for remembering the visit of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikh religion to the area. Treat your eyes to the wonderful views of the Indus valley, which also offers you an adventurous opportunities. Drive back to Leh. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 3

Leh - Nubra Valley

This morning after having your breakfast, continue your drive towards the heartwinning Nubra Valley. This is a tri-armed valley, which is situated towards the north-eastern side of Ladakh. Around 125 kms far from Leh, it's one of the most famous valleys in Ladakh, which is pointed with several attraction. As you arrive, check-in at your pre-booked hotel. Afterwards, get into a double-humped camel's back for exploring the captivating scenery on the valley. Camel safari at the Hunder sand dunes is one of the best things to do in Nubra. Continue your sightseeing and visit Panamik village, famed for hot water sulphur springs. Next visit is to the Diskit Gompa. It's the largest and the oldest Buddhist monastery in Nubra. Dinner and overnight stay at Nubra Valley.

Day 4

Nubra - Leh

This 4th day of the tour, morning after having breakfast visit Samstanling Monastery, founded around 140 years before. Pointed in a serene ambiance, this Gompa offers shelter to 50 monks. Laterwards, return back to Leh. You drive past the Khardung La, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. On reaching, check into the hotel. The rest of the remaining day is at leisure. You can explore the nearby attractions, savor local delicacies or visit the local bazaars. Dinner and overnight stay at Leh.

Day 5

Leh - Pangong Lake

This early morning after having breakfast. Relish a full day sightseeing to the serene and captivating Pangong Lake, around 135 kms from eastwards of Leh, after crossing Changla Pass (17500 ft). Continue drive via the villages of Durbuk and Tangtse in the Changthang region of Ladakh. Arrival at the Pangong Lake, famous for changing its color, with the changing position of the sun. Situated at an altitude of 4250 m, one of the largest brackish lakes in Asia. Savor the wonderful views of the surrounding natural scenery. Set up a camp on the banks of the lake. Don't miss a visit to the local village for getting a sneak-peek into their lifestyle and culture.Overnight stay at the tents.

Day 6

Pangong Lake - Leh

This early morning day is 06th of this tour today as the views at this time by the lake are simply mesmerizing and fascinating. Capture the natural scenery in your cameras for lifetime. The rays of the sun make the snow-clad peaks shine like diamonds. Start your road journey back to Leh. On arrival, complete the check-in procedure at your pre-booked hotel. After this, get ready for sightseeing in Leh. Visit the white-domed Buddhist Stupa, called Shanti Stupa. Located on the top of a hill, the panorama is magical. Next in line is the 17th century Leh Palace- the former royal palace. The last visit of the day is to the Hall of Fame Museum- built by the Army in the memory of war heroes. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel

Day 7

Leh ( Visit to Monasteries )

This day 07 is reserved for exploring the most recognised monasteries of Leh. Every Gompa is not only a place of worship but the architectural masterpieces too. First you visit the largest monastery in the central Ladakh region- Thiksey monastery. Next is the very famous Hemis Monastery. This is the largest and wealthiest monastery in Leh. Continue you monastery tour and arrive at the Spituk Monastery, belonging to the 11th century. The monastery is on a hilltop and boasts of wonderful surrounding views. Shey monastery is another masterpiece in Leh. It's known for having a huge copper and gilded gold statue of seated Shakyamuni Buddha. This lastly visit of the day is to Stakna monastery, belonging to Drugpa Buddhist sect, home to around 30 monks. Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.

Day 8

Leh Departure

This morning after having breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Leh airport to board your flight for your onwards destination.

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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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