Heavenly Himalayas & Wonderful Taj

After breakfast, check out from the hotel & head towards Agra. Welcome to the city of Wonder… because it’s the place of Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world. Pictures of Taj Mahal don’t do complete justice to its magnificence. It’s an epitome and symbol of love. You got to be here to feel your jaws drop. Agra used to be the historic capital of the Mughal Empire.

Reach Agra by afternoon. Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. In the late afternoon visit Agra Fort, a historical fort, which remained the main residence of the Mughal emperors till 1638. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement keeps growing as you hear about the history of this fort from the guide. In the evening visit the local market to get the true essence of Agra city.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Early in the morning, visit the Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) built by Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. 

After breakfast, check out from the hotel & head straight towards Delhi. Reach Delhi by afternoon. Check-in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Meals: Breakfast

In the morning, board your flight from Delhi to Leh.

Welcome to Leh! Few places in India are so traveler-friendly yet 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 the hotel. The entire day will be at your leisure. Leh town is situated at an altitude of more than 3000 meters above sea level. Relax and acclimate to the high altitude of Leh.

Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh. 

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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

Then visit Shey Palace & Monastery, built in 1665 by the King of Ladakh (Deldon Namgyal) as his summer retreat house. The Gompa is known for its colossal copper-gold gilded statue of a seated Shakyamuni Buddha. This statue is reckoned to be the second-largest Buddha statue in Ladakh. Afterwards, 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 20 kilometers away from Leh. It is very famous for its similarity with the Potala Palace of Lhasa. This monastery is famous for pilgrim activities, architectural elements, sightseeing, and exploration.

Reach back at the hotel by evening. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, head out for local sightseeing in Leh. Start with a visit to the Hall of Fame, a museum constructed by the Indian Army in memory of the brave Indian soldiers who laid down their lives defending the motherland in the Indo-Pak wars. It stands as a reminder of the great sacrifices made by our soldiers to ensure the safety and security of our country.

Then, visit 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. Then stop at Magnetic Hill, a "Cyclops hill" or Gravity hill near Leh. The layout of the area and surrounding slopes create an amazing optic illusion. The hill road is a downhill road. Objects and cars on the hill road may appear to roll uphill in defiance of gravity when rolling downhill. After that, visit Sangam (the confluence of the Zanskar & Indus rivers), a picturesque site. You could try adventurous rafting on the river.

Afterwards, visit Alchi Monastery, built between 958 and 1055 CE. 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 giant statues of the Buddha and lavish wood carvings and artwork — almost baroque in style.

Return to 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 was part of the Peace Pagoda mission.

Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Early in the morning after having breakfast, check out from the hotel. A private car will pick you up from the hotel and drop you at Likir village. From there, you will start your trekking of about 4-5 hrs. The trekking path begins at the edge of Likir village, heading down, over a stream, and back uphill, from where you’ll need to veer right and head out of the village. After that, the path is quite clear, occasionally running close to a road. It might appear as though the path splits at times, not to worry, the separate paths will eventually rejoin.

Trekking from Likir to Yangthang should take around 4 to 5 hours. Reach Yangthang by early evening. Check-in at a homestay and relax.

Dinner & overnight stay will be at the homestay in Yangthang.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Early in the morning after having breakfast, check out from the homestay & head out for trekking to Hemis Shukpachan. Today’s walk is a short uphill trek. You’ll be gradually weaving your way up to Tsermanchang La pass (3750 m). Once you reach the top of the pass, it’s all downhill sailing into the idyllic greenery of Hemis Shukpachan village.

Reach Hemis Shukpachan by late afternoon. Check-in at homestay and relax.

Dinner & overnight stay will be at the homestay in Hemis Shukpachan.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, drive from Hemis Shukpachan to Leh and head towards 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.

Along the way before and after Khardungla Pass, you will pass by 2 Indian Army check-posts, namely – South Pullu & North Pullu, which are very picturesque sites and flaunt the beauty of nature. On the route, you will pass by some beautiful villages, where you can catch glimpses of locals working on their farms.

Reach Nubra Valley by early evening. 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 northwest of the valley and connect Nubra with Xinjiang (China).

Check-in at the hotel on arrival. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Nubra Valley.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, head out to explore Nubra Valley. Visit Diskit Monastery, the largest and the oldest surviving monastery in Nubra Valley. The prime attraction of the Diskit monastery is 100, the 100-foot-high Maitreya Buddha statue, which the holy Dalai Lama inaugurated.

After that, visit the Hunder dunes. Beyond Ladakh's cultural and monastic side, there are picturesque silver dunes of Hunder in the Nubra Valley. Located at 4,000 meters, Hunder Sand Dunes are beautiful beyond imagination. A serene meandering stream and the beautiful countryside cut across the desert. With such awe-inspiring landscapes against the backdrop of the snow-clad mountains, the Hunder Sand Dune looks nothing less than a dreamland. 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 many medicinal properties.

Reach back at the hotel by evening. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Nubra Valley.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, drive from Nubra Valley 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.

Reach Pangong Lake by late afternoon. Check-in at the camps/cottages, which offer unparalleled views of the surrounding mountain ranges and a fantastic 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 will be at your leisure. You can stroll at shores of the lake or indulge in a Yak safari.

Dinner & night stay will be at the camps/cottages near Pangong Lake.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, drive from Pangong Lake to Leh. On the way, visit Hemis Monastery, revered as the largest monastic institution in Ladakh. It is the wealthiest Buddhist monastery in India and is famous for its rich collection of ancient remnants like the statue of Buddha made of copper and stupas made of gold and silver. The monastery also has sacred Thangkas, murals, and various artifacts.

Reach Leh in the evening and check-in at the hotel. The evening will be at your leisure.

Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and transfer to Leh Airport. Take your flight to Delhi.

A private car will pick you up from Delhi Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Delhi Airport.

Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing fun-filled 14-day trip through Leh-Ladakh worth remembering for a lifetime!

Meals: Breakfast