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Leh Ladakh Siachen Car Tour

Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes and historic sites of Ladakh with our Leh-Ladakh-Siachen Car Tour. This tour takes you through the scenic beauty of Leh, the cultural richness of Nubra Valley, and the majestic heights of Siachen Base Camp. Enjoy the comfort of a private vehicle as you explore some of the most remote and beautiful regions of India.

Day 1: Arrival in Leh

Morning:

Arrival in Leh: Land at Leh's Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, where our representative will welcome you. Transfer to your hotel and check-in.

Rest and Acclimatization: Spend the morning resting to acclimatize to the high altitude.

Afternoon:

Leh Local Sightseeing: Visit the serene Shanti Stupa, offering panoramic views of Leh, followed by a trip to the historic Leh Palace.

Leh Market: Explore the vibrant Leh Market, where you can shop for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs.

Evening:

Dinner at a Local Restaurant: Enjoy authentic Ladakhi cuisine at a local restaurant.

Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel for a restful night.

Day 2: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La

Morning:

Departure: After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Nubra Valley. Cross Khardung La, one of the highest motorable passes in the world, at 18,380 feet.

Photo Stops: Take breaks to capture the stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks and rugged landscapes.

Afternoon:

Descent to Nubra Valley: Arrive in Nubra Valley, renowned for its dramatic dunes and unique scenery.

Hunder: Visit the sand dunes of Hunder and enjoy a camel safari on the unique double-humped Bactrian camels.

Evening:

Cultural Experience: Explore the local culture in Diskit village and visit Diskit Monastery, known for its gigantic Maitreya Buddha statue.

Overnight Stay: Check-in at a comfortable guesthouse or camp in Nubra Valley.

Day 3: Nubra Valley to Siachen Base Camp

Morning:

Journey to Siachen Base Camp: After an early breakfast, drive towards the Siachen Base Camp, the highest battlefield in the world. The journey offers breathtaking views and a sense of adventure as you traverse rugged terrains.

Afternoon:

Explore Siachen Base Camp: Arrive at Siachen Base Camp and take in the awe-inspiring surroundings. Learn about the life of the soldiers stationed here and the strategic importance of the region.

Packed Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the stunning backdrop of the Siachen Glacier.

Evening:

Return to Nubra Valley: Drive back to Nubra Valley, soaking in the magnificent landscapes on your way.

Overnight Stay: Relax at your guesthouse or camp in Nubra Valley.

Day 4: Nubra Valley to Leh via Khardung La

Morning:

Return Journey: After breakfast, begin your drive back to Leh. Cross Khardung La and enjoy the scenic journey through the mountains.

Afternoon:

Shey Palace and Monastery: En route, visit Shey Palace, the former summer capital of Ladakh, and explore the monastery with its impressive Buddha statue.

Evening:

Leh Main Bazaar: Spend your last evening in Leh exploring the main bazaar, perfect for last-minute shopping and capturing the local vibe.

Farewell Dinner: Celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 5: Departure from Leh

Morning:

Leisure Time: Spend your last morning in Leh at leisure, exploring local cafes or doing some light shopping.

Transfer to Airport: Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward journey, taking back unforgettable memories of your Ladakh adventure.

Inclusions:

Airport transfers

Comfortable accommodation for 4 nights (hotels, guesthouses, and camps)

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

Private vehicle with a driver

Permits and entry fees

Camel safari in Hunder

Packed lunch for Siachen Base Camp visit

Exclusions:

Airfare to and from Leh

Lunches (except packed lunch for Siachen) and snacks

Personal expenses and tips

Travel insurance

Tips for Travelers:

Acclimatization: Ensure adequate rest on arrival to adjust to the altitude.

Hydration: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Clothing: Pack warm clothes as temperatures can drop significantly, especially at higher altitudes.

Health: Consult your doctor about altitude sickness medication if necessary.

Conclusion

Our Leh-Ladakh-Siachen Car Tour is perfect for travelers seeking to explore the remote and breathtaking regions of Ladakh in comfort. From high passes and serene valleys to the strategic heights of Siachen Base Camp, this tour offers a unique and adventurous experience. Book now to embark on a journey through one of India’s most spectacular regions, witnessing the beauty and grandeur of Ladakh and the Siachen Glacier!

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Nubra Valley Expedition

One of the most stunning regions of the Himalayas, Nubra Valley comprises of two rivers Nubra and Shyoks which offer scenic backdrops on a grand scale. Surrounded by green villages, thrilling slopes and arid mountains the valley is also home to beautiful monasteries all around.

Indians doing the Leh Ladakh tour need inner line permit while foreign tourist requires to obtain a protected area permit before entering this place. This region connects the eastern Tibet with Turkistan through the popular Karakoram Pass. Located on the ancient Silk route, visiting Nubra Valley is quite an experience! 

Best time to visit Nubra Valley:

Summer is the best season to plan a Ladakh trip. The beautiful Nubra valley can be best explored during the months between May to June and September to November. The weather is pleasantly warm, and you can enjoy the stunning scenic views of this paradise. Climate is always cold here, but summers are bearable with a warm and pleasing temperature. Winters are harsh and cold and visiting Nubra in this chill is highly unadvisable. Temperature dips drastically to as low as -4°C in the evenings, making it extremely cold. 

Being at a higher altitude of approximately 10,000 ft, the temperature ranges between 8°C to 20°C during summers and -10°C to 15°C during winters. The month of July and August experience heavy rainfall in this region. The Khardung La pass is closed due to excessive rains and snowfall. Winter starts from November to February, making Ladakh inaccessible as most of the roads are closed, and there is less connectivity.

It is recommended to carry woollen clothes, gloves, shoes and gears while travelling during offseason. 

Top Attractions in Nubra Valley: 

Camel Safari in Hunder Sand Dunes

Riding a two-humped camel in a desert surrounded by snowcapped mountains at 3,100 meters above sea level seems like a fantasy. At Hunder, you will get to live this fantasy. Take a safari on the double-humped camels called the Bactrian through the sand dunes of the Hunder – ‘The Desert in the Sky’. It offers a very picturesque landscape but is usually crowded during the peak season.

Diskit Monastery

The Diskit Monastery, also known as Diskit Gompa is the oldest and largest Buddhist Monastery in the Nubra Valley. It was founded by the Changzem Tserab Zangpo in the 14th century. The Monastery is associated with the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Drive up to the Monastery and enjoy the view of the beautiful Nubra Valley from the top.  

Turtuk Village

Opened for tourists in 2010, Turtuk is a remote village that is rich with the inhabitant Balti Muslim’s culture. Walk around the town situated on the bank of the Shyok river, through buckwheat and barley fields, scanty little homes and narrow pathways to meet the warm Balti families. The village lies on the border touching Pakistan’s Gilgit – Baltistan region. Visit the Balti Heritage Museum here to get an insight on the Balti culture. Turtuk is the closest habitat connected to the Siachen glacier

This village should be a must visit the location in all Leh Ladakh tours.

Maitreya Buddha

The Maitreya Buddha sculpture makes a distinguished landmark in the valley. The statue stands tall in Diskit with a height of 106 feet facing the Shyok river and attracts tens of thousands of tourists each year. The sight of the Buddha statue during sunset is simply mesmerizing.

Yarab Tso Sumur

Sumur village is located close to the Diksit Monastery. Like Hunder it is also well known for the sand dunes. Besides that, it also leads you to the sacred Yarab Tso lake among the desert type terrain. It has one of the prettiest sights in the valley. 

Khardung La

At an altitude of 5,359 meters, the Khardung La pass is the ‘highest motorable road in the world’. This is the only road to reach Nubra Valley. It is a very popular tourist attraction. Tourists on a Ladakh trip ensure that it is a part of their itinerary. You can expect to see some traffic here, but the view of the gigantic mountain ranges and the gorgeous valleys from here is absolutely delightful.

Samstanling Monastery

Samstanling Monastery was built in 1840 and is located at the foot of the barren mountain in the Sumur village. The Monastery does have a rather modern look and is home to around 100 monks residing there. There is a serene and peaceful spiritual aura across the entire Monastery with chanting from its two prayer halls being heard throughout.  

How to reach Nubra Valley

The best option to reach Nubra Valley is from Leh. Most Leh Ladakh tour packages offer to stay at Leh for acclimatization before embarking on the journey towards Nubra Valley.

The most common and best route from Leh to Nubra Valley would take you approximately 5 to 6 hours. This is mainly dependent on the breaks taken and the time spent at Khardung La. It is highly recommended to restrict your halt at Khardung La to under 15 minutes as exposing yourself to the freezing weather outside for longer than that can result in AMS.

Here's a quick guide for the 116kms route;

Leh to Khardung La Pass (40 km)

Khardung Village (34 km) 

Khalsar (23 km) 

Diskit in Nubra Valley (19 km)  

Accommodations in Nubra Valley 

Variety of stay options are now available in Nubra Valley. Depending on your luxury preference and comfort, you may choose from home-stay options, tents or hotels. Many of these options can be found online and also facilitate the advance online booking. Based on the time of year that you are out for your Ladakh tour, tents would offer an adventurous experience to stay the nights under the sparkling stars.

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K2K: A JOURNEY FROM SKY TO OCEAN by Captain Suraj Singh Thakur of Indian Army - Part 2

K2K: A JOURNEY FROM SKY TO OCEAN by Captain Suraj Singh Thakur of Indian Army – Part 2

5th And 6th Day Ride (Sonmarg-Baltal-Drass-Kargil-Nmaika- Fotu La-Nimon-Leh).

 (a) Route Taken: It’s always better when you start up your ride early in the morning at around 0630 hours. It took me two days to reach Leh because it’s always better when you have proper acclimatisation. If you are moving towards Leh Ladhak, there is a famous saying “Don’t Be Gama In Place Of Lama” even if it can be…

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From Beed to Tokyo, Sable’s long, hard run

“Bas, zid thi (I was just stubborn)!”Stubborn sums up Avinash Sable.Zid, of single-handedly plucking his family out of poverty. Zid, of making his way into the Indian Army. Zid, of discovering his love for running, and in less than five years after becoming an athlete, smashing through a national record that has stood for decades—bettering it three more times in the space of a year—and becoming the first Indian man to make the final of the 3000m steeplechase race at the 2019 World Athletics Championship and qualify for the 2020 Olympics.Travel to Mandava, where Sable was born and raised, and it’s not hard to see the source of his deep-set tenacity.Eight kilometres inland from the highway that runs from Mumbai to Beed, Mandava is a village with roughly 2,500 people and little land. The road that leads to the village is rocky and cracked during the long dry months, and muddy and non-existent when it rains. In November, when this correspondent visited, the village’s farmlands lay mostly barren—barring a few patches of wheat, and a few groves of lemon trees.It is here that Sable first started running, more out of compulsion than as a sport.Sable’s parents—father Mukund and mother Vaishali—own a small parcel of land, but like almost every family in the village, struggled to make ends meet with farming. Instead, Mukund and Vaishali started taking up daily wage jobs—as labourers to construct and repair roads near Lonavala and Pune, or as workers at a brick kiln near the village.

“We would leave at 3am for work after waking up at 2am to prepare the day’s food for Avinash and Yogesh (Avinash’s younger brother). And we would return only late in the evening after we got our day’s money,” Mukund, sitting on a charpoy outside his house, recalls.For a young Sable, these years of struggle left a deep impression. “Working hard is in my blood,” Sable says. “Whatever memories I have of my childhood, most of it is seeing my parents’ struggles to feed me and my brother every night.”And thus, despite not having the luxury of a cycle like some other boys, Sable says he never thought twice about the difficulties of reaching his school, 6km from his house, on foot. On the contrary, Sable, as early as when he was eight years old, began to find a solitary joy in running those 12km to and from his school every day.Swinging a plastic bag filled with his books, Sable would run on. “Woh kehte hai na, God’s gift,” Sable says. “I have that with running. Whenever I used to run, people would say, ‘This boy never gets tired of running’.”His primary school teacher, Babasaheb Taware, was one of the people who noticed.When he was in the 4th standard, Sadashiv took Sable to a school athletic meet for a 1000m race. Sable came first.“He had the talent and discipline but more importantly, he had guts,” Taware says. “That’s when I knew he was not an ordinary boy.”Taware knew he had to look after the boy carefully; when Sable’s father told him that he was thinking of taking the boy along daily to the brick kiln since there was no one home to take care of him, Taware intervened. He offered to take Sable home with him instead after school, and Mukund could pick him up on his way back from the kiln.“If he had gone with his father at that time, he wouldn’t have become a runner,” the 47-year-old Taware says.When he was 11 years old, conditions at home forced Sable’s parents to send him to live in a hostel for economically backwards children. Here, his running talent was spotted again. This time, he was sent to the Aurangabad Krida Prabodhini centre (Krida Prabodhini is an ambitious state-run programme which runs residential sports schools across the state to groom potential athletes).Ironically, it backfired. In the four years that Sable spent at the Krida Prabodhini, from standards 7 through to 10, his running career all but stopped.“I was very short as a kid, so no one there thought that I could do well in long-distance running. I didn’t perform well in any race that I participated in during those years,” Sable says.Sable thought that his sporting career was over. After finishing school, he returned home and enrolled in a college, hoping to pick up odd jobs after class to help his family—for a six-hour workday at a construction site, he earned ~100, he says.For all the change in his life, one old habit returned. Still without any form of transport, Sable began running again—house to college, and back—16km every day.And just like in school, another teacher saw Sable’s potential—the college’s physical education coach, Zameer Sayyed, took Sable under his wings, helping him train before and after classes. On Sundays, when there was no college, Sable would do a 10k run to a sugar factory down the highway; the teenage athlete’s workload was monstrous.Between 2010 and 2012, Sayyed paid from his own pockets to take Sable to taluk, district, division and state level 5000m races. Sable was, literally, far ahead of the competition.“Those races were of 12.5 rounds (around a 400m track), and by the time Sable finished, his competitors would be in the ninth or 10th round,” Sayyed, sitting in the college sports room with a basketball in hand, says. “While the others would get tired after seven-eight rounds, this guy would increase his speed. His stamina was something else.”The zid was back.“Deep down my heart, that’s when I felt that I could do something in running,” Sable says.Sayyed recalls how for a felicitation ceremony organised by the college after Sable won one of the state races, he advised the principal to hand the boy a cash price of ~2,000 so that he could buy running shoes.“He needed money, and he needed to run. I was trying to help with both,” Sayyed says.But for all his passion for running, it was still not a viable way of making money, and Sable desperately needed to earn. At 17, Sable made his way to an open trial held by the army in Osmanabad. He passed the physical and was summoned for a written test in Pune. Without money for a hotel, Sable spent the night sleeping at the gates of the Army Institute.On December 2012, Sable joined the Mahar Regiment of the Indian Army. His first posting, in the winter of 2013, was Siachen, the world’s highest battlefield. For a man who had never seen snow before, Sable found himself in a place where it seemed to never stop snowing. He spent two years there, with no thought of running. Then he was posted to the desert town of Lalgarh Jattan, near the Pakistan border in Rajasthan, where summer temperatures hover near 50 degrees. Sable distinctly remembers one evening in the soaring heat, when he and his fellow jawans were talking of running.“We were sitting in the mess, and some boys told me, ‘You run well, but cross country is not easy. You won’t be able to do it’,” Sable says. “That was my turning point. I wanted to prove them wrong. Bas, zid thi.”Even as his colleagues would begin their training at 6am, Sable woke up at 4 to run alone. The solo act would continue for an hour in the evening too, when everyone else would relax after the hard day’s toil.Sable ran his first inter-army cross country race in 2016, and immediately came under the notice of Amrish Kumar, the army’s long-distance running coach. Kumar picked up Sable to be a part of the army’s camp for the top 22 long-distance runners held in January 2017 in Hyderabad, where his running pathway took a dramatic detour.Kumar, a steeplechase runner back in his younger days, knew that ‘Shivaji Maharaj’—as he teasingly called Sable—was not meant to rule the cross country circuit. So, one evening during the camp when his steeplechase athletes were crossing hurdles while training, Kumar summoned Sable for a conversation.“I told him, ‘Come, I’ll show you a new game today’,” Kumar recalls. “He asked me, ‘How do I cross the hurdle?’I asked a 12-year-old girl to jump and show, which she did. Avinash laughed seeing that.“I said, ‘Shivaji Maharaj, do you think of yourself as a Maratha’? He said, ‘Yes sir, I do’. I said, ‘If you’re a true Maratha, you will cross this hurdle easily’.”Sable was convinced.“He came to me and said, ‘Okay sir, I’ll do it (steeplechase)’,” Kumar says. “I said, ‘You won’t just do it, you will break records in six months’.“I told him, ‘You come from an area (Beed district) which is so challenging that it can break the best. But it didn’t break you. So you can do this.” Kumar recalls.So sure was Kumar about Sable that for the Open Nationals in Chennai in September that same year, he called up other coaches in advance and told them that he was bringing a boy who will leave everyone else behind. True to his coach’s words, Sable won gold with a timing of 8:39.81s.What gave him that confidence in a rookie who, till a few months ago, had no idea about steeplechase?“His muscles and body physics,” explains Kumar. “His height is not that much, but if you look at the world’s top steeplechase runners, they’re not that tall. Sable’s muscles were long and strong, like a horse.”“Pehle se hi ghoda tha woh (He was a horse from before),” Taware, the primary teacher, says. “In school, when he played kho-kho, no one could catch him for four-five minutes; he would keep running in circles without getting tired. That’s how his muscles became so strong.”It doesn’t come as a surprise to either Taware or Kumar—who is still Sable’s coach—that the Beed man has made such giant strides in the last 18 months. Sable set a new steeplechase national record at the 2018 Open Nationals in Bhubaneswar in September with a timing of 8:29.80s, erasing Gopal Saini’s 1981 mark. He has since re-written that record three more times; it now stands at 8:21.37s, which he ran in the final of the Doha World Championships in October to book his ticket to Tokyo.That final was watched by children in Sable’s school once it was up on YouTube. The school now has a smart TV installed in the principal’s cabin, and the village sarpanch has already decided that the people of Mandava will watch Sable’s Olympics race together on that TV.Since he joined the army, Sable rarely finds time to visit home; but things have changed there. His parents do not have to do daily wage labour anymore; Sable has ensured a steady source of money. Instead, they cultivate lemons on their two acres of land. From the earthen house Sable grew up in, his parents have shifted to a brick-and-cement home with one room and a separate kitchen.“We never dreamt of this,” Mukund says. “We were daily wage earners with no money. But destiny favoured Avinash and made his life.”For Sable, the next few months will be lived the way he likes it—with the single-minded pursuit of a goal.“Ever since I qualified for the Olympics, I’ve set my mind on giving my life to it,” Sable says. “I want to put on a show that will create history for India.“Bas, zid hai.” Read the full article

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Offbeat Location in Leh Ladakh

The hotel khakshal chubi is the best hotel in Leh, Ladakh. The offbeat location in Leh Ladakh is the popular places like Zanskar Valley – Ladakh’s Adventure Hub, Turtuk – Land of Baltis and Apricots, Uleytokpo – Campsite with a View, Basgo – Commanding Ruins, Sumur – Visit a Monastery, Go Hiking, Panamik – Comfort of Warmth before the Icy Cold Heights of Siachen, Rumtse – The Gateway to Tso Moriri. Ladakh is famous place in Jammu and Kashmir, it’s very beautiful place in Leh Ladakh, this hotel gives the luxurious rooms like a deluxe room, super deluxe room, luxury room, single room, extra bedroom. Visit: http://www.hotelkhakshalchubi.com/offbeat-location-leh-ladakh.html

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This 14 day Delhi Srinagar Leh Manali Delhi bike trip covers most of the scenic roads and entire route of the infamous Leh Ladakh road trip. This road trip consists of : 2 days drive to reach Srinagar via Pathankot 3 days road trip to Leh starting from Srinagar 4 days drive in Leh and near by places like Khardung La, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso 3 days road trip to Manali from Leh 2 days drive to return Delhi via Chandigarh Package Cost Of Delhi Srinagar Leh Manali Delhi Bike Trip Ride Option 1: Own Vehicle ( Own Bike or Own SUV ) Package Cost – Rs 32,500 per person (Fuel is not included in the cost) Ride Option 2: Rented Bike + Fuel ( Solo Ride ) Package Cost – Rs 62,500 per person Bike Provided – Royal Enfied 350cc Major Attractions Along Delhi Srinagar Leh Manali Delhi Route Delhi – Pathankot – Srinagar – Sonmarg – Zozila Pass – Drass (kargil War Memorial) – Kargil – Mulbek – Namik La – Fotu La- Dha Hanu- Leh Ladakh – Hall of Fame- Megnetic Hill- Shanti stupa- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib- Khardung La- Nubra Valley –Bacteria Camel – Silk route- Diskit Monastery-agham shyok route- Changla La- Thiksay Monastery-Leh Palace- Rancho’s school of 3 Idiots- Pangong Tso lake- Leh- Tso- Moriri – Tso Kar- Moore plains- suraj Tal –Pang Lachungla – Namkila – Gata Lopes -sarchu – Baralacha La – zing zing bar- Keylong – sisu -Tandi- Rohtang Pass – Manali – Chandigarh – Delhi Day 1 : Delhi Participants who are coming from other parts of country are required to reach Delhi on day one to prepare for the trip and check other things. Conference with hi tea and Briefing by specialist about Ladakh journey. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel. Day 2 : Delhi – Pathankot– 480 KM Start : 6 AM. Journey start from Delhi. Halt for breakfast and at murthal. Reach Pathankot by evening.This is first day to warm up and practice your riding skills. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel. Day 3: Pathankot – Srinagar / Sonmarg– (360 KM) 6:00 AM Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. We will be riding in cities and mountains today not to forget beautiful hill top of Patnitop. The view and roads in Patnitop is just amazing, cross Jawahar Tunnel and Reach Srinagar by evening. Explore Srinagar (Dal lake) and beautiful gardens and floating market. Enjoy evening by dal lake. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay. Note: 3 Day can be changed to Sonmarg (which is 70 km from Srinagar) depending on the situation in Srinagar. Day 4: – Srinagar/ Sonmarg – Kargil – 203 KM Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zoji La – Drass – Kargil Wake up early and start enjoy Breakfast. start journey toward Kargil. We will cross through Sonmarg and Zozila pass today, very tough ride. We will cross Drass , and Kargil war memorial. We will halt at Drass and pay homage to our War heroes at Karil War memorial, situated at Drass sector, where 1999 war was fought. Reach Kargil by evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel. Day 5: Kargil To Leh (211 Km) Khaltse – Lamayuru –Fotu-La- Nimmu Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. Today the ride will be smooth and beautiful roads, We will cross through Fotu La, Namki La, Lamayuru and Moonland. This route offer some breathtaking Landscapes. While after that we will cross magnetic Hill and gurudwara pathar saibh. The famous Hall of fame will also fall in this route. Reach Leh by evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in hotel. Day 6: – Leh Day at leisure.Wake up late and after breakfast enjoy your day. Explore the main attractions in the city .On this day no need to rush you are free to explore Leh, visit markets and Gurudwara patthar sahib, magnetic hills, Hall of fame, Shanti stupa, Thiksey Monastery, Alchi Choskor Monastery, Likir Monastery, Leh Royal Palace, and local Tibetan market evening will be at leisure. Dinner will be served at Hotel. Enjoy your overnight stay. Day 7: Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley (120 KM) Start early morning after breakfast start journey to Khardung -La pass 18380 Ft. The highest motorable road in World. Further continue the journey toward Nubra Valley. Next halt will be at Siachen base Camp at North pullu. Enjoy the scenic beauty and reach hotel by evening .Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra with bonfire. Day 8: Nubra Valley – Pangong Tso (120 KM) Enjoy the most yummy food in mid of no where. After breakfast we will go to sand dunes enjoy the bacteria camel ride and photo shoot at Diskit. This is the famous silk route. After some fun start journey toward pangong lake. The route is less travelled, but the most adventures one. Be ready to test your riding skill. Reach Pangong Lake by afternoon. The camps are the best place to stay in Pangong, enjoy the scenic beauty of most famous lake, the view from camp is majestic. Spend evening in Camps at lake. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in camp. Day 9: Pangong -Tso To Leh (140 Km) After breakfast we will go the famous point (3 Idiot) at Pangong lake, enjoy the photo shoot at the lake, Be ready with your cameras and phone to click pics.The view in morning will take your breath away. After some fun at lake, start journey toward to Leh, We will cross Chang La today another highest pass, be ready to witness fresh snowfall at this point, halt for Tea in mid. Start journey again and reach Leh by evening. Stay overnight in hotel. Dinner will be served in hotel only. Day 10: Leh To Tso Moriri (220 Km) Start journey in morning after breakfast to Tso Moriri. Mighty, endless, vast, abundant, clear, beautiful and pure… Tso Moriri, at a distance of around 220 km from Leh is a high altitude mountain lake at a height of around 4500 m. Although its not as big as Pangong Tso, but beautiful enough to take your heart away. Halt for Tea in mid. Stay overnight with dinner. Day 11: Tso-Moriri To Tso-Kar To Sarchu (230 Km) Today we will start journey from Tso- Moriri to another small lake :ie Tso- Kar (80 km) and will proceed further toward Sarchu. Start early morning from Leh after breakfast. Enjoy the most beautiful sights that will take your breath away but a mix of good roads and bad await us on our way to Sarchu. We will cross the second highest pass Tanglang La, Moore Plains, Pang, Gata Loops (Total 21). Reach sarchu in evening, enjoy overnight stay in camps with Dinner.Camps are of A grade standard with attach toilets. Day 12: Sarchu To Manali (225 Km) Start early morning from Sarchu to Manal after breakfast. we will cross baralacha-la-pass (16,040 ft) and witness another beauty Suraj Tal. Further we will start journey toward manali We will cross Rohtang pass also so be ready for rough riding. Reach manali in evening. Enjoy overnight stay with Dinner in Hotel. Day 13 : Manali – Chandigarh – (267 KM) Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. Reach Chandigarh by evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel. Enjoy overnight stay with Dinner. Day 14: Chandigarh – Delhi – (260 KM.) Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. Reach Delhi by afternoon. Inclusions: • A grade accommodation on Twin sharing Basis • All meals throughout the stay on MAPAI basis- Breakfast & Dinner • Guided Tour with Planned Itinerary. • Support back up vehicle, for emergency use and language transfer. (Strictly No suitcase/Trolley bags allowed only 1 backpack bag) • Team Leader/ Road Captain & Support staff. • Emergency Mobile number to stay in touch (In terrains where other mobile do not work) • Certified Mechanic for breakdown service. • All Permits & Permissions from Army. • Bonfire at Nubra Valley (If weather permits). • Basic First aid kit and Rescue arrangements. • Oxygen Cylinder for emergency. • T-shirt/ highlighter specially designed.(Please send your size) • Stickers for Bike & Helmet & Cars. • Photographs & Videos of the Trips – memories to cherish. • Briefing by specialists on how to Travel. • Like minded Friends & Unforgettable memory for the life!! • All applicable taxes include. Exclusions: • Any Expense incurred due to force majeure. • Expenses of personal nature such as table drinks,Water bottle, snacks, telephone calls, laundry, camera fee for still or video camera, tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff. • Any item not mentioned in the inclusions Important Information :- People who choose with Bike+Fuel package have to pay security deposit of Rs. 10000/- Which is refundable when you handover the bike at the end of the trip. Trip schedule is subjected to change as per roads , weather and other unavoidable conditions so take a day or two in buffer. This is not an ordinary place its “Leh”. Only Team members have the right to take decision depending on above. Strictly No suitcase/Trolley bags are allowed only 1 backpack bag is allowed in Backup vehicle.

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7 Day Itinerary for an Ideal Ladakh Trip Leh, the main town in the district of Ladakh, in Jammu and Kashmir, India is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in India. Set in a high altitude, the access remains restricted throughout the year, with roads being blocked for as long as six months. The roads usually open up in the month of May till Sept – October, and June – August have become the peak season especially after the popularization of the region in the movie three idiots, Jab Tak Hai Jaan. With the Leh – Ladakh season around the corner, I created a sample 7 – day Leh – Ladakh Itinerary which covers almost all the major attractions and can be used as a reference for anyone planning a trip to Leh – Ladakh.

Day 1

Start your journey to Leh – Ladakh by landing at Leh Airport during the morning hours. Without spending too much time, head out to your hotel, make yourself comfortable and stay put for the day in your room. This acclimatization is critical for your body and for you to enjoy the rest of your trip. You may be tempted to step out and explore the city, but all you have to do is control your excitement for the day and relax in the room.

Day 2

After a hearty breakfast head out to Sanchi Stupa to enjoy a panoramic view of Leh. Your next destination should be Tsemo Fort, which is practically visible from all over Leh. [caption id="attachment_1163" align="aligncenter" width="787"] Source[/caption] Built in the 16th century is Tsemo (Victory) Fort, is just a 15-minute climb opposite Chenrezi Lakhang with its ruins. This structure is visible from everywhere in Leh. This fort seems like a crown on the head of the Palace ridge.  This small but ruined palace contains a number of worship flags. Directly underneath it is Tsemo gompa that is Tsemo monastery that consists of two temple buildings built in the 15th century, an eight-meter tall gold-faced statue of Maitreya Buddha. [caption id="attachment_1164" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Enjoy a good serving of typical Ladakhi food at one of the popular restaurants in the market, before heading out to Leh Palace, which is a replica of Lhasa’s Potala Palace. A nine storey structure in dun color, the Leh Palace rises against the backdrop of the lofty Himalayas, looking more like a painter’s muse. Built mostly of mud, rocks, and wood, it is grand in its simplicity. The palace also houses a rich collection of traditional dresses and crowns, thangka paintings and some impressive traditional ornaments. The best part about Leh Palace is its terrace for you can pore over Leh, Stok Kangri and the Zanskar range from it. [caption id="attachment_1165" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Spend the later part of the day at the Hall of Fame, which is a museum constructed and maintained by the Indian Army in the memories of the soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo – Pak wars. One of the most interesting sections is the one dedicated to a soldier’s life in Siachen Glacier. [caption id="attachment_1166" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Do some city shopping if time permits and your body doesn’t give in to the tiredness/fatigue.

Day 3

One of the major highlights of any trip to Leh – Ladakh is crossing the Khardung La Pass, the highest motorable pass built by the brave men of 201 Engineer Regiment, Indian Army. The road was opened to vehicular traffic on 27 August 1973. At an altitude of 18,380 feet, Khardung La Pass is the gateway to Shyok and Nubra Valleys. [caption id="attachment_1167" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Source[/caption] Khardung La is 39 km by road from Leh. The first 24 km, as far as the South Pullu check point, are paved. From there to the North Pullu checkpoint about 15 km beyond the pass the roadway is primarily loose rock, dirt, and occasional rivulets of snowmelt. From North Pullu into the Nubra Valley, the road is very well maintained (except in a few places where washouts or falling rock occur). While at Khardung La, don’t forget to have a cup of hot tea and a plate of hot Maggi at the Highest Cafeteria in the World. It is recommended that the maximum stopping time at the top should not be more than 30 minutes, so once you are done with clicking pictures and having some food, head out to the souvenir shop. The shop also maintained by the Indian Army sells all kinds of souvenirs like coffee mugs, beer mugs, decorative plates, tee shirts, and caps, etc. I have all of them with me. [caption id="attachment_1168" align="aligncenter" width="778"] Source[/caption] Cross Khardung La Pass and make your way towards Nubra Valley, Diskit Monastery, and Panamik. Panamik is famous for its hot water springs, and it’s also the last place up to which civilians are allowed on the road towards Siachen. Everyone has seen a camel at some point of time, but you should be privileged if you get to see a double humped camel. Head out to the Hunder sand dunes and catch a sight of the Double Humped Camels, which are an endangered species and the only place in India to see them is here at Hunder Sand dunes. This will remain a highlight of your trip to Leh – Ladakh. Stay for the night at Hunder/Nubra valley.

Day 4

Start your return trip to Leh – Ladakh after a hearty breakfast, cross Khardung La top, enter Leh and head out to Thiksey Monastery, after having a good Tibetan lunch. The USP of this monastery is the 15 m high statue of Maitreya or Tara Devi. Covering almost two storeys, this is the largest such statue in Ladakh. [caption id="attachment_1169" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Just a couple minutes away from Thiksey Monastery is a quaint little spot named as Indus Viewpoint or Sindhu Darshan. Go there to enjoy the calm atmosphere and feel the fresh breeze kiss your face. A charming place like that demands some time where you only feel the breeze and hear the sound of water gushing by. [caption id="attachment_1170" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Get some rest after the tiring yet fruitful day, only to wake up to a fresh new adventure the next day.

Day 5

After having an early breakfast, head out of Leh – Ladakh, towards Chang La Pass. When you are at the top of the third highest pass, make sure to click some pictures and have a hot cup of tea and some Maggi. Trust me, the tea and Maggi might not have tasted that heavenly ever before. [caption id="attachment_1171" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Cross Chang La Pass and head out towards Pangong Tso Lake which is 140 Km from Leh. Situated at the height of 4350 m and almost 130 Km long, Pangong Tso is one-third in India and the remaining in Tibet. The first glimpse of the tranquil, azure blue waters and shaky lakeshore remains etched in the memory of tourists. On a bright sunny day, one can see as many as five different shades of blue along the length of the lake as you drive on the side of it. [caption id="attachment_1172" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1173" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] Stay for the night either at one of the camps or one of the homestay options in the nearby villages of Spangmik and TangTse.

Day 6

Start early and take your return trip to Leh – Ladakh, and on your way back, stop by at the Hemis Monastery. Hemis Monastery or Hemis Gompa is one of the richest monasteries as it was protected by foreign invasions because of its remote location and hard to access route. [caption id="attachment_1174" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Source[/caption] On your way back from Hemis, get your adrenaline rush at an all-time high by trying out White Water Rafting on the mighty Indus or Zanskar.

Day 7

Head out to Pathar Sahib Gurudwara and attend the lungar prepared by the Sikh soldiers of the Indian Army. Do try to help them in whatever way you can and then head to the point where you can witness the confluence of Indus and Zanskar. One can easily differentiate between both of the rivers, as one is muddy and the other one is a bit of the bluish-green tinge. While you are in the area, don’t forget to get amused by the weird happenings at Magnetic Hill where, your car goes uphill on its own, when put into neutral gear.  

Day 8

With loads of memories amidst mesmerizing landscapes, it’s time to say goodbye to Leh and fly back to your respective places, bringing your trip to Leh – Ladakh, to a great end.  

Recommendations

Leh is full of tourists all over the globe, so make sure to try out different cuisines like Ladakhi, Israeli, Tibetan, and Russian, etc.

Things to Shop in Leh

Tibetan Inspired Crockery

Souvenirs from Khardung La and Pangong Tso Lake.

Chinese

Home Decorative items ( Tankha, paintings, giant fans)

Miniature prayer wheel

Tibetan prayer flags.

Leh – Ladakh Souvenir T-Shirts.

Sea Buckthorn Juice (A kind of berry grown in Leh – Ladakh)

Add-Ons

Those who want to extend their trip to enjoy the beauty of Leh – Ladakh for a few more days can try out various trekking options in the Zanskar Valley. There are plenty of tour operators offering competitive prices for these short and long treks. For the biking enthusiasts, the option of renting a bike and riding all the way to Khardung La and beyond is always open. Due to the huge demand, you will be able to find a lot of garages offering Royal Enfield’s on a rental basis.

Summary

Day 1 – Arrive in Leh and rest for the day. Day 2 – In and around Leh city, cover Sanchi Stupa, Tsemo Fort, Leh Palace and Hall of Fame. Day 3 – Cross Khardung La Pass and head out to Nubra Valley, visit Diskit Monastery and witness Double Humped Camels at Hunder. Hot springs at Panamik. Day 4 – Return to Leh, and head out to Thicksey Monastery and Sindhu Darshan. Day 5 – Cross Chang La Pass and be spellbound when you get a glance of Pangong Tso Lake. Day 6 – Return to Leh via Hemis Monastery. Optional River Rafting near Karu Day 7 – Cover Magnetic Hill, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, and Indus – Zanskar Confluence. Day 8 – With loads of happy memories, say bye bye to Leh and board your flight. Trip to Leh – Ladakh Ends.   Book Leh Ladakh Package  

Contributed By: Arnav Mathur

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