Ladakh: Land of High Passes
Embark on an epic journey to Leh-Ladakh, a remote and mystical high-altitude desert often called the “Land of High Passes.” This destination offers a blend of stunning, stark landscapes and a deep-rooted Tibetan Buddhist culture. Traverse challenging yet rewarding roads, including the famous Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes.
Witness the breathtaking, shimmering colors of Pangong Tso Lake, a massive lake that changes hue throughout the day and stretches across the border. Explore the unique Nubra Valley, a cold desert where you can enjoy a ride on a rare double-humped Bactrian camel.
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Kushok Bakula Rimpochee International Airport | ||||
| DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive at least 3 hours before the flight. | ||||
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Find spiritual solace at ancient monasteries like Thiksey and Hemis, which are perched precariously on hillsides and house centuries-old art and artifacts. The incredible silence, clear blue skies, and towering mountains create an atmosphere of unparalleled peace and adventure. Ladakh is more than a trip; it’s a transformative experience for the soul.
Day 1: Arrival
Leh (Visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace in Evening).
Experience a wonderful flight over the Himalaya .On arrival,you will be receive by Kailash expeditions representative and transfer to hotel. After welcome tea and coffee, rest for whole day & and let your body take complete acclimatization . Late afternoon , if health permits ,drive to Shanti Stupa & stay back . Overnight Hotel.
Day 2
Hall Of Fame / Magnetic Hill / Gurudwara/ Sangam Point
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we take you for a tour of Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Kali Temple and Sangam. At Sangam you can enjoy rafting on Zangskar river.
Hall of Fame is a must visit for every patriotic Indian. It has been built by Indian army in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in Kargil war. Return to Leh in the afternoon.
GurdwaraPatthar Sahib located at a distance of 40 kms from Leh, was constructed in 1571, in memory of Guru Nanak to commemorate his visit to this region.
Magnetic Hill is the place where you will see your car, with its engine turned off, move upwards on a steep slope. It almost sounds unbelievable.
The Sangam is the place called Nimu where the Zanskarriver and Indus rivers merge. In the evening come back to Leh. Overnight Hotel.
Day 3
Leh /Nubra Valley via Khardongla. 125km.
After an early breakfast ,drive to beautiful NubraValley via Khardungla (Highest Motor-able road in the World, 18,380 ft) with the zig zag trail continues and drive till Hundar village. On arrival check in Hotel or camp. Afternoon enjoy the beauty of sand dune and double hump camel ride. Overnight at Camp or Hotel.
KHARDUNGLA PASS: The road journey to Nubra valley leads through Khardung La pass (The highest Motorable road in the world) 18,390 ft. around 39 Kms. Away from Leh. There are two checkpoints on the both sides of the pass. Khardong is the first village of Nubra valley at higher altitude than Deskit and other villages.
DESKIT VILLAGE: Deskit is the main village of headquarter of Nubra valley, which has a small market consisting of a row of shops and about 500 years old Gompa on the hilltop. Spectacular view of the valley can be seen form the monastery.
DESKIT GOMPA: Deskit Gompa was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD during the reign of King Dragspa. About 100 monks are residing in the Gompa, which is a branch of Thikse Monastery. The monastic festival called Gustor takes place on 20th and 21st days of the 12th month of Tibetan calendar.
HUNDAR VILLAGE: Hundar is a beautiful village to stay with lot of trees and you will really enjoy your stay at Hundar. It has a small monastery and ruined fort above the village. The walk or Camel Safari (Double Hump bacterian camels) from Hundar to Deskit, through sand dunes for two hours is wonderful (on own).
Day 4
Disket/ Hunder/ Pangong Lake (Via Shayok)/Leh
Today , we get up early morning visit to Diskit monastery and have wonderful view of Nubra valley. Later drive to Pangong Lake via Shayok.
Enjoy the turquoise color panoramic lake and the magnificent mountains and landscapes which will leave you awestruck . we stroll in and around lake and watch the mother nature soothes you . Later drive back to Leh .Overnight at Leh .
Day 5
Hemis Monastery/ Thiksey Monastery / Shey Palace/ Sindhu Darshan
After breakfast full day excursion to Thiksey Monastery (16 Kms), Hemis Monastery (45 Kms) which is one of the biggest in this region. While returning to Leh visit Shey Palace (12 Kms). Later on the way to Leh, visit to Sindhu Ghat for Sindhu Darshan, In the evening return to the hotel for dinner, overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : Departure
Departure: Leh/ Delhi
After an early breakfast ,depart to airport for onward destination ….fly with sweet memories of Ladakh.
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