Road To Last Shangrila - Premium

1N Kargil , 1N Sham Valley , 1N Leh , 1N Nubra Valley , 1N Leh , 1N Pangong and 2N Leh
9 days

From

US$ 574

per person

About the tour

Leh, a high-desert city in the Himalayas, is the capital of the Leh region in northern India’s Jammu and Kashmir state. Originally a stop for trading caravans, Leh is now known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. Massive 17th-century Leh Palace, modeled on the Dalai Lama’s former home (Tibet’s Potala Palace), overlooks the old town’s bazaar and mazelike lanes.

Accommodation

The Highland Mountain Resort & Spa or Similar

1 night(s) in Kargil

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Ule Ethnic Resort or Similar

1 night(s) in Sham Valley

Room Type: Super Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Hotel Pangong or Similar

1 night(s) in Leh

Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Valley Flower Luxury Camp or Similar

1 night(s) in Nubra Valley

Room Type: Standard Room

Hotel Pangong or Similar

1 night(s) in Leh

Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Ser Bhum Tso Resort or Similar

1 night(s) in Pangong

Room Type: Standard Room
Meals Included: None

Hotel Pangong or Similar

2 night(s) in Leh

Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Included in the price

Kargil

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Leh

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary
  • Full Day Sightseeing Tour(Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace)
  • Full Day Sightseeing Tour(Lamayuru Monastery & Alchi Gompa)
  • Hemis Monastery
  • Shey Palace
  • Changla Pass
  • Full Day Sightseeing Tour(Gurudwara Patthar Sahib,Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers,Likir Monastery,Ridzong Monastery,Magnetic Hill)

Nubra Valley

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary
  • Khardung La Pass
  • Diskit Monastery

Leh

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Pangong

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary
  • Pangong Lake

Leh

  • Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Srinagar To Kargil (Via Sonmarg) – 204 Kms / 6 To 7 Hour One Way

Post breakfast we drive to Leh via Sonmarg also knows as Meadow of Gold, In somarg one can take a pony ride (at additional cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Further we drive towards Kargil enroute crossing Drass Village (2nd Coldest inhabitate in the world) and have a magnificient view of Kargil War famous peaks (Tiger & Tololing) and pay tribute to Vijay Smarak (The War Memorial) located right on Highway at the base of tololing. After reaching Kargil we check in at our hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2: Kargil To Sham Valley (Via Lamayuru)

Post breakfast we drive to Uleytokpo / Tingmosgang enroute visiting Lamayuru, Belongs to Dripung Kagyu (Red Hat) like Phyang. The oldest structure in Lamayuru is the Singey Lhakhang built by the founder of Alchi Lotsava Rinchen bzangpo in 11th century. After visiting Lamayuru we proceed further to Uleytokpo enrote visiting Ridzong Gompa, known as the paradise for Meditation. Upon arrival in Uleytokpo or Tingmosgang. We check in at our Camp for overnight Stay

Day 3: Sham Valley To Leh (Enroute Visiting Monasteries)

Post breakfast we check out from the Camp & Visit Alchi, Ladakh's most loved monastery and drive to Leh enroute visiting Likir Gompa situated atop a windy cliff top overlooking the beautiful village of Likir and Confluence of The Indus And Zanskar River just after 4 from Nimmu and further to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, which was built by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev. Upon arrival in Leh you will met by our representative and check in at our hotel for overnight stay

Day 4: Leh Sightseeing

Morning at leisure to explore the destination on your own & evening Visit to Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh Market. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Leh–nubra Valley Via Khardung La 18,390 Feet (120 Kms / 4 – 5 Hrs)

  • Post breakfast we drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (The Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif.
  • Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level.
  • Upon arrival in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. A visit to a Ladakhi home can be arranged. Overnight Stay at the Camp or Hotel.

Day 6: Nubra Valley – Leh (120 Kms / 4 – 5 Hrs)

  • After an early breakfast we check out from the Camp and drive to Hunder where you have opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the sand dunes of this high altitude desert with snowcapped mountains on the horizon. Between Hunder and Diskit you come across sand dunes besides the road. Seen in isolation you could well be amongst the sand dunes of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan.
  • It is indeed a strange sight since immediately on the left of the road is Rocky Mountains that characterize the Ladakhi landscape and in the distance can be seen snow-capped mountains. On the return stop at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their daily chores. Diskit is famous for 515 years old Buddhist Monastery, lying magnificently situated on a hilltop, facing the entire Valley.
  • Later we drive back to Leh in the late afternoon via Khardungla Top. On arrival at Leh you will check in to your Hotel. In the afternoon you can rest and relax.

Day 7: Leh - Excursion To Pangong Lake

After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. The long easy ascent takes you to Changla pass through its winding roads passing through Sakti Village. Stop at the Changla Pass for a quick photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can relax for a cup of tea. Leaving Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangong lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 Kms wide and over 133 Kms long with half of its running the other side of the "INDO CHINA BORDER". One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable. After the success of 3 Idiots, this beautiful natural location has attracted more tourists from all over the world. After spending some time at Pangong We drive back to Leh in the late afternoon. Overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Day 8: Leh To Pangong Lake (140 Kms / 4 - 5 Hrs – One Way)

  • After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake enroute visiting Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh & 3 Idiots Rancho School & further 5 Kms Driving through a picturesque landscape we reach Thiksey an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village.
  • After visiting above two monasteries we drive further towards Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs. The long easy ascent takes you to Changla pass through its winding roads passing through Sakti Village. Stop at the Changla Pass for a quick photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can relax for a cup of tea. Leaving Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangonglake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 Kms wide and over 133 Kms long with half of its running the other side of the "Indo China Border". One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable.
  • After the success of 3 Idiots, this beautiful natural location has attracted more tourists from all over the world. Upon arrival we check in at our Camp near Pangong lake. Dinner & Overnight at the Camp.

Day 9: Pangong Lake To Leh (140 Kms / 6 Hrs)

Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to leh enroute visiting Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism. Drive further to Leh and check in at our hotel for Overnight.

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US$ 574

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