The Quaint Monasteries & the Eternal Bliss: Leh -Ladakh

Arrive at Leh by flight. Welcome to Leh! Few places in India are at once so traveller-friendly and yet so enchanting and hassle-free as mountain-framed Leh. Dotted with stupas and crumbling mudbrick houses, the Old Town is dominated by a dagger of steep rocky ridge topped by an imposing Tibetan-style palace and fort.

The private car will pick you up from Leh Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Check-in at hotel. Entire day is at your leisure. Leh town is situated at an altitude of more than 3000 meters above sea level. Relax and acclimatize to the high altitude of Leh. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel in Leh. 

Meals: Dinner

Hotel: The Saraha

After breakfast, head out for local sightseeing of Leh; visit Leh Palace built in the 17th century and the roof top of the palace provides spectacular views of the mountain of Stok Kangri and the Ladakh mountain range.

Then visit Hall of fame (a famed museum constructed by the Indian Army), Gurudwara Pathar Sahib (a beautiful Sikh Temple built in 1517 to commemorate the visit to the Ladakh region of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder Guru of the Sikh faith), Magnetic hill & Alchi Monastery (the artistic and spiritual details of both Buddhism and the Hindu kings of that time in Kashmir are reflected in the wall paintings in the monastery complex. The complex also has huge statues of the Buddha and lavish wood carvings and art-work — almost baroque in style).

On the way also visit Sangam (the confluence of Zanskar & Indus rivers), a very picturesque site.

Reach back Leh by evening and visit Shanti Stupa a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa. It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura and part of the Peace Pagoda mission. 

Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: The Saraha

After breakfast drive from Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La Pass (18380ft) – one of the world's highest motorable roads. The valley is located around 159 km from Leh. The route will be Leh – Phyang – Khardung La – Khardung – Khalsar – Diskit – Nubra Valley. You will also see (two-humped) Bactrian camels here and meet with locals. This valley is a virgin destination for people who seek peace and interaction with the tribal community of Ladakh. The Sasser Pass and the famous Karakoram Pass of the silk route fame lie to the northwest of the valley and connect Nubra with Xinjiang (China). You will also see the goats that give you the famous Pashmina shawls. Reach Nubra Valley by early evening. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. The evening is at your leisure. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Nubra Valley.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: Osay Khar Resort

After breakfast head out for the Nubra Valley sightseeing tour. Visit Diskit Monastery, the largest and oldest surviving monastery in Nubra Valley. The prime attraction of the Diskit monastery is 100 feet high Maitreya Buddha statue, which was inaugurated by the holy Dalai Lama. Afterward, visit the Hunder Sand dunes. Beyond the cultural and monastic side of Ladakh, there are picturesque silver sand dunes of Hunder in the Nubra Valley. Located at an altitude of 4,000 meters, Hunder Sand Dunes are beautiful beyond imagination. The desert is cut across by a serene meandering stream and the beautiful countryside. Try a ride over the rare Bactrian Camel (double-humped camel), which should not be missed. Then visit Panamic hot springs. The hot spring water contains high amounts of sulfur and is believed to possess a lot of medicinal properties. Reach back at the hotel by the evening. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Nubra Valley.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: Osay Khar Resort

After breakfast drive from Nubra to Pangong Lake. This endorheic Himalayan Lake lies at a height of about 4,350 m (14,270 ft). It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to China. Check-in to the camps which offer unparallel views of the surrounding mountain ranges and a wonderful view of Pangong Lake. Its water is salty, crystal clear, and has a lovely shade of blue. It looks its best when the sun is shining bright. The evening is at your leisure. You can also indulge in a Yak Safari or stroll around the lake.. Dinner & night stay at camps near Pangong Lake.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Camp: Panagong Sarai Camp

After breakfast drive from Pangong Lake to Leh. On the way visit Thiksey Monastery, one of the finest examples of Ladakhi architecture. This Monastery is located on the top of the hill in solitude which lies at a distance of 20 kilometers away from Leh. It is very famous for its similarity with Potala Palace of Lhasa. This monastery is famous for pilgrim activities, architectural elements, sightseeing and exploration.

Reach Leh in the evening and check in at the hotel. The evening is at your leisure. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: Ladakh Sarai Resort

After breakfast check-out from the hotel. The private car will drop you at Leh airport.

To all the good things comes an end. Leave with wonderful memories of this amazing trip to Leh-Ladakh, worth remembering for a lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast