Ladakh Highlights with Monastery

Destinations Covered
Leh Alchi Nubra Valley
Destinations Covered
Leh Alchi Nubra Valley
Duration

08 NIGHTS - 09 DAYS

Tour Plan

Day 01
Arrival Leh
  • Arrival Leh.
  • Upon arrival meet and greet by our representative at airport and transfer to the hotel.
  • Full day at leisure to acclimatization to the high altitude of Leh (11,500ft/3500 meters).
  • Evening around 5 PM, visit Shanti Stupa at Changsha village in Leh and later short walk in Leh main bazaar area.
  • Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02
Leh
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Proceed for half day city tour of Leh, includes visit to Shanti stupa – a white pagoda atop a low lying hill in changspa village of Leh which was built by the Japanese Buddhist Missionaries to promote work peace.
  • Later we drive to Samkar monastery in Samkar village. Enroute we take a short walk to visit the rock cut Buddha statues near Gomang Chorten. This shall be followed by visit to Tsemo Castle and 16th c. built Leh Palace, the seat of the Namgyal rulers of Ladakh.
  • After noon free at day at leisure.
  • Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03
Leh – Alchi
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning drive down the Indus Valley on the tour of the Alchi circuit. On the way stop at the confluence of Indus & zanskar river, enropute visit Basgo Castle.
  • Arrive Alchi and checkin at the hotel.
  • Afternoon visit the 11th century Alchi Choskor, oldest surviving monastic heritage of Ladakh - a UNESCO listed heritage site known for its fabulous miniature paintings.
  • Overnight in Alchi.
Day 04
Alchi
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Full day excursion to Lamayuru and Ridzong monasteries.
  • Return hotel.
  • Overnight at Alchi.
Day 05
Alchi – Leh
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning after breakfast we drive back to Leh on the way visit Likir & Phiyang Monastery.
  • Afternoon arrive Leh.
  • Day at leisure.
  • Overnight at hotel.
Day 06
Leh – Nubra Valley
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning drive to Nubra Valley 125km crossing Khardongla Pass 18360 ft, the world highest motorable pass. Enroute we stop for permit check at South Pulu police checkpost 20 kms from Leh. On reaching the pass members can take a very short 5 min stop at the pass. After crossing the pass members can take a short lunch stop at Khardong or koksar village.
  • Arrival in Nubra valley we shall visit Diskit Monastery along with the 110ft tall Maitreya Buddha statue.
  • After sightseeing of Dishit Monestry drive furthe and checkin at the hotel.
  • Later in the evening we shall visit the silvery sand dunes at Hunder where perhaps a Double humped Camel Safari (on direct payment) cud be interesting.
  • Dinner and overnight at hotel in Nubra.
Day 07
Nubra
  • Buffet breakfast at hotel.
  • Day excursion to Panamic, Samstanling monastery and Sumur.
  • Back to hotel.
  • Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Day 08
Nubra Valley - Leh
  • Buffet breakfast at hotel.
  • Morning after leisure breakfast we drive back to Leh. Enroute stop for photo on the snow slopes along the route, Guest can stop for tea at North pulu police checkpost before climbing the Khardongla pass again. On reaching the pass we can stop for some tike again for last pictures.
  • Arrive Leh by later afternoon and drop at the hotel.
  • Rest of the day at leisure.
  • Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09
Leh Out
  • Buffet breakfast at hotel.
  • In time transfer to airport for onwards destination.

ABOVE COST IS INCLUSIVE OF

  • Accommodation On Double Sharing Basis At Hotels Mentioned Or Similar In The Room Category Mentioned.
  • Accommodation Will Be On bed breakfast board basis in all Places and breakfast will be in normal Coffee shop and not in any specialty restaurant. Dinner in hotel / Local restaurant.
  • All Transfer, Excursions And Sightseeing Tours Will Be By Using Air-Conditioned Sedan Car.
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per day / per pax
  • Traditional welcome upon arrival in the hotel along with welcome drink.
  • Farewell souvenir upon departure
  • All Road Taxes, Parking Fee, Fuel Charges, Interstate Taxes, and Portage At All Hotels.
  • 1 Indian Meal in any authentic Indian restaurant.
  • English speaking My Explorous representation on all arrival/ departure transfers.
  • All currently applicable taxes including Government service tax.

THE ABOVE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Expanse of personal nature like tipping. Laundry, and telephone/ fax calls, Alcoholic beverages, camera/ fee at monument’s medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
  • Tips / Gratuities
  • Any other meals/ services not specified above
  • Travel Insurance
  • International / Domestic airfares/ visa fees.

Leh

There is no other place on earth that matches with the scenic beauty of Leh and the bliss you can experience here. Jagged with colourful fluttering flags, dramatic mountains and unforgettable landscapes, Leh is a treat to one’s eyes which also offers plenty of adventure sports.

The place offers beautiful scenery, loads of monasteries and lakes to discover, lot of trekking trails! Pangong Lake, Magnetic Hill, Nubra Valley, Tso Moriri Lake, Lamayuru Monastery, Shanti Stupa, Royal Leh Palace, Chadar Trek, Tso Kar Lake, Hemis Monastery, Khardungla Pass, Drass Valley, The Snow Leopard Trek are major tourist attractions. Don’t miss cycling in Ladakh, jeep safari, Camel Safari, Camping at Nubra Valley, Motor Biking.

Major Attractions Of Leh

Leh Market

The artifacts and souvenirs are often displayed on the road-side stalls and it is the best market to get Tibetan handicraft items like Pashmeena wool dresses, Prayer wheels, Traditional Ladakhi jewellery which are genuine.

Leh Palace

The ancient Leh Palace which is just 5 km away from the Leh is under the control of Archeological Survey of India (ASI) and offers a panoramic view of the Stok Kangri and Zanskar ranges across the Indus Valley.

Shanti Stupa

The highest white beautiful stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district is the best place to admire the beauty of Himalayas. It was built by the Japanese monks to promote world peace. Don’t forget to do a little meditation besides the Stupa which might help you get what you came here for. The nighttime view is even better.

Sangam Point

One of the most famous spots in Leh which is the meeting point of the Indus and Zanskar is known as the Sangam Point. It is an amazing sight for the onlookers as the water of the Indus River is very warm and the Zanskar is frozen.

Hemis Monastery

The Hemis Monastery is visible during a Leh Ladakh road trip. The distance between Hemis and Leh is 40kms and easily accessible by any vehicle. Interior decorated by numerous gold statues and stupas enhanced by the precious yet rare stones is worth visiting.

Drass Valley

Drass Valley gives you an exhilarating experience and is the must visit place. It offers amazing sights where you can’t click a bad pic.

Alchi

One of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh, Alchi Monastery includes three major shrines that are important to Buddhism- the Dukhang, the Sumtsek and the Temple of Manjushri. Wooden artifacts are an important part of the monastery decor. Currently, it is under the Archaeological survey of India.

Nubra Valley

Nubra valley is a place that cannot be missed if you are travelling to Ladakh in the summer as it is rich in sightseeing opportunities. Trekking, camping and camel safaris at Hunder, ATV Ride at Khalsar, Zimskhang Palace, Ensa  Gompa and Yarab Tso Lake are major attractions. The sand dunes of the Nubra Valley give you Arabian Nights like experience.

Tour Location

Leh - Alchi

Alchi - Leh

Leh - Nubra Valley

Nubra Valley - Leh

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