Accommodation Category: Opulent
Ladakh is the only place where a man sitting in the sun with his feet in the shade can suffer from sunstroke and frostbite at the same time. Also known as the "land of high passes", Ladakh is a land like no other with a plethora of attractions to visit. With dreamy and mesmerizing landscapes, amazing people, and culture, Ladakh is truly a heaven on Earth.
The beautiful high-altitude desert is nestled between two of the world's highest mountain ranges, the Great Himalaya and the Karakoram, it lies athwart two other ranges, the Ladakh range, and the Zanskar range. Ladakh is mystical in all the experiences it offers, from nature, geography, and sceneries to the modest cultures that it cherishes. Right from enchanting gompas (monasteries) to the mouth-watering momos (dumplings), the superabundance of attractions to visit makes this place a unique experience on earth. No wonder it is called the “moonland of India”!
Bout India services start from Leh.
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: 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
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.
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 Thiksey Monastery, one of the finest examples of Ladakhi architecture. This monastery is located on the top of a hill in solitude, 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 Leh in the evening and check-in at the hotel. The evening will be at your leisure.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Leh.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast check-out from the hotel. The private car will drop you at the Leh airport for your return flight to Delhi.
To all the good things comes an end. Leave with wonderful memories of this amazing trip to Leh-Ladakh, worth remembering for a lifetime.
Meal: Breakfast
Bout India services will end at Leh.
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