LADAKH CULTURAL JEEP SAFARI

The places that you will cover include Rohtang La Pass, Pangong Lake, Khardung La Pass, Tsomoriri Lake, Shanti Stupa, Magnetic Hill, Hall of fame, Kargil, Drass. These places are world famous for the beauty and experience they give you. Pangong lake, which is also known as Pangong Tso is an extremely beautiful endorheic lake situated in the Himalayas and is 134 km long, extending from India to China. Pangong lake is situated at a height of 4.350 m and is one of the biggest tourist attractions of the country. The beauty and allure of this lake has attracted people from all over the country and beyond.

Khardung La, located at an elevation of 5.359 m (17,582 feet) above the sea level, is a high mountain pass located in the Ladakh region, Jammu and Kashmir, India. Also known as the ‘Pass of Lower Castle’, the place offers amazing picturesque and attractive views of valleys. You will also visit innumerable beautiful monasteries on your way including Spituk monastery, Sankar monastery, Phyang monastery and Thiksey monastery.

Accommodation

In Delhi, we stay in a standard hotel with air-conditioned rooms. In Leh, accommodation is arranged in a standard hotel conveniently located near the local market and town centre, or in a comfortable family-run guesthouse. Wi-Fi is available in Leh; however, international mobile phones generally do not have network coverage in Ladakh.

During the cultural trip, accommodation outside Leh will be in simple guesthouses or homestays, offering basic but comfortable facilities.

Day 1 – Arrive in Leh, free day. Optional orientation walk around the market in the afternoon

Day 2 – Visit the three major monasteries of Shey, Thiksey and Hemis

Day 3 – Visit the Buddhist monasteries of Alchi, Likir and Rizong. Stay the night in Alchi

Day 4 – Visit Lamayuru and Basko monasteries. Drive back to Leh

Day 5 – Drive to the Nubra Valley over one of the highest motorable passes in the world, the Khardong La at 5600m. Visit Samstanling gompa and stay the night in Sumur village

Day 6 – Visit Diskit and Hundar gompas. In the afternoon walk amongst the sand dunes and optional camel riding. Stay the night in Sumur

Day 7 – Drive back to Leh enjoying the stunning panorama seen from the pass

Day 8 – After breakfast, drive to Tsomoriri Lake via Mahe Bridge along the Indus River (223 km, 8 hrs). The lake is at 4,500 m, surrounded by snow-covered mountains. En route, stop to capture the stunning scenery. In the evening, enjoy a short hike near the lake. Stay two nights in guesthouse close to the lake

Day 9 – Day hike up towards the mountains and back, 3 – 4 hrs

The Rupsho Plateau is home to Changpa nomadic herders. The area around the lake supports diverse wildlife, including rare black-necked cranes, migratory birds, marmots, kiang (wild asses), blue sheep, and the elusive Tibetan wolf. The colorful mountains offer stunning views. Our strong connections with the Changpas allow visitors to experience their yak wool tents for tea and conversation

Day 10 – Drive to Leh via Polokongka Pass (5,050 m), Tso Kar Lake, and Taglang La Pass (5,200 m). The 230 km drive takes about 8 hrs. Tso Kar is a saltwater lake at around 4,500 m in the beautiful Rupshu Valley, known for birdwatching—black-necked cranes and other migratory birds can often be seen. After a short walk at Tso Kar, continue along the Manali-Leh road to Leh.

Overnight in Leh

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