Leh is one of the popular destinations, which offers everything from adventure tourism to spiritual healing. It is not just scenic natural beauty of Nubra which attracts tourists. The Sham valley is sparsely populated with nomadic people and permanent inhabitants and it’s a treat to know and learn about their culture and way of life. Pangong Lake is also known by the name of Hollow Lake and appears as a clear symbol of nature craftsmanship.
Here is how you will spend your time
Day 1
Day 1: Arrival At Leh
Arrival Leh Kushok Bakula Airport (This must be one of the Most Sensational Flights in the World. On a clear day from one side of the aircraft can be seen in the distance the peaks of K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum and on the other side of the aircraft, so close that you feel you could reach out and touch it, is the Nun Kun massif.)
Upon arrival you will met by our representative and transfer to Hotel for Check in. Complete day for rest and leisure to acclimatize followed by Welcome tea or Coffee at the Hotel.
Evening Visit to Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh Market. Overnight at Hotel.
Full Day Sightseeing tour to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Shanti Stupa is situated on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district, Ladakh, in the north Indian state of Jammu and ...
Day 2
Day 2: Leh To Sham Valley (75 Kms / 4 Hrs)
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. Enroute visiting Gurudwara Patthar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence Of The Indus And Zanskar River, Just before Saspul a road to the right takes you for your visit to the Likir Monastery, Likir is one of the most active monasteries in the region. As you drive up to the monastery a recently installed colossal gilded image of the Maitreya out in the open is one of the most impressive sights in Ladakh.
After visiting the Monastery you continue your drive along the River Indus to or Uletokpo or Tingmosgang enroute visiting
Ridzong Monastery, there is the option to walk up to the Monastery for those that wish to do so. Hidden at the end of a steep valley, the first view of the Monastery is dramatic.
After visiting above places we drive further and check in at our camp / hotel for overnight stay.
Full Day sightseeing Tour to Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers, Likir Monastery and Ridzong Monastery. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib has a ...
Day 3
Day 3: Sham Valley - Leh Via Lamayuru(180km /05-06hrs)
Post breakfast you drive to the 11th Century Lamayuru Monastery enroute visiting the mesmerizing Moon Landscapes (you will believe why the name of this area is Moonland. Exactly the same formations of Land are visible as on the moon), Lamayuru is spectacularly located along the valley plain and surrounded by mountains on all sides.
On your return drive to Leh you first visit the Alchi Gompa. The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and dates back to the 11th century.
After visiting Alchi we drive back to Leh.Finally you arrive back at Leh for an overnight stay at your Hotel.
Full Day Sightseeing tour to Lamayuru Monastery and Alchi Gompa. Lamayuru monastery is the oldest and one of the largest monasteries in Ladakh region in Jammu and Kashmir.The ...
Travel from Leh to Sham Valley
Taxi
1hrs 24min
Day 4
Day 4: Leh To Pangong Lake (140kms/4-5 Hrs - One Ways)
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 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.
Upon arrival we check in at our Camp Near Pangong lake. Dinner & Overnight at the Camp.
Pangong Tso, A beautiful high altitude lake at 4350 meters with deep blue waters, surrounded by tall mountain peaks. This lake lies on the Indo - China boundary, with only one...
Shey used to be the capital and the home for Ladakh's royal family up until the Dogra conquests forced the royal family to be stripped of their power and move to Stok. The ...
Leh Manali Hwy, Shey, Jammu and Kashmir 194201
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This pass is also the primary gateway to the Changtang Plateau and is named after a wandering monk named Changla Baba whom the pass temple is still named after to this day. ...
Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, India
, Leh
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Travel from Sham Valley to Pangong
Taxi
4hrs 8min
Day 5
Day 5: Pangong Lake To Leh (140kms / 6hrs)
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.
In the evening you can stroll around the market place for some last minute souvenir shopping.
Hemis Monastery is the biggest and the most important monastery in Ladakh. Hemis is located 49 km south from the town of Leh, a little off the Indus river road. Hemis Gompa ...
hemis high altitute national park, hemis, leh, jammu and kashmir, indi...
, Leh
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Travel from Pangong to Leh
Travel
2hrs 20min
Day 6
Day 6: Depart (Fly Out)
Tour concludes. Mountain Trails A & E Pvt. Ltd. thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward Destination.
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