Overview
An 8-day overland high-altitude circuit that starts in Srinagar and crosses into Ladakh via Kargil, covering Leh's monasteries, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake, ending with departure from Leh (or an optional onward extension towards Himachal Pradesh). Priced for the deluxe hotel category based on 9 travelling together.
Highlights
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake, Srinagar
- Zojila Pass and Drass - the second coldest inhabited place on Earth
- Mulbekh Monastery's Maitreya Buddha statue and Lamayuru
- Shey, Thiksey and Stok monasteries
- Khardung La Pass and Nubra Valley's double-humped camels
- Pangong Lake
Day-Wise Itinerary
Arrival - Srinagar
Arrive at Srinagar Airport, transfer to houseboat, evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Overnight in houseboat.
Srinagar to Kargil via Sonamarg
Drive to Kargil via Sonamarg ('meadow of gold') and Zojila Pass, stopping at Drass. Overnight in Kargil.
Kargil to Leh via Mulbekh & Lamayuru
Drive to Leh visiting Mulbekh Monastery's Maitreya Buddha statue and Lamayuru, crossing Namikala and Fatula passes.
Leh - Shey, Thiksey & Stok Monasteries
Visit the monasteries of Shey (ancient capital of Ladakh), Thiksey and Stok Gompa.
Leh to Nubra Valley
Drive via Khardung La Pass to Nubra Valley, visiting Diskit Monastery and Hunder's sand dunes. Overnight in camp.
Nubra to Pangong Lake
Drive via the Shyok river route to Pangong Lake, visiting Durbuk, Tangste and Lukung. Overnight in camp.
Pangong to Leh
Morning at Pangong Lake, drive back to Leh, afternoon visit to Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace and Leh Market.
Departure
Transfer from Leh to the airport, or proceed towards Himachal Pradesh.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Hotels: Royal Group of Houseboats (Srinagar), Hotel Grand Yasmin (Leh), Summer Camps/Swiss Tents (Pangong), Nubra Escapes/Swiss Tents (Nubra), Hotel Kargil Heights (Kargil)
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner included (except Kasol)
- Transfers: Non-A/C Tempo Traveller, vehicle not on a shared basis
- Sightseeing: Sightseeing as per itinerary
- 01hr complimentary Shikara ride
- Inner line permits included
- Oxygen cylinder (5L)
What's Excluded
- Flights: Airfare / train fare not included
- Insurance: Travel insurance not included
- Guide services @ Rs.2,500/day (English speaking)
- Any joy ride
- Table drinks and portage
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