The Best Of Ladakh
Day 1 >> Arrival Leh –Shanti Stupa: 10 km (30 min)
Our representative will welcome you at Airport & transfer to the Hotel. After breakfast rest for the day in the hotel for acclimatization to the high altitude.Evening visit to The Shanti Stupa will offeryou a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape and an especially beautiful sunset.
Stay : Leh
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 2 >> Leh - River Confluence, Magnetic Hill, Hall of Fame : 60 kms (3 hrs)
Post breakfast drive for Nimu where the major rivers of Ladakh, Indus & Zanskar meet; en-route witness the gravity defying phenomenon of the Magnetic Hill. On your way back, pay homage to the war heroes at The Hall of Fame while returning to Leh in the afternoon. Evening free to explore the local market at own. (Enjoy Rafting on Zanskar – Optional)
Stay : Leh
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 3 >> Leh – Nubra Valley: 130 km (5 hrs.)
Post breakfast drive north to Nubra valley also fondly called Valley of flowers. You will be crossing the famous Khardungla 5,359 m (18,380 ft.), which is supposed to be the highest motorable road in the world. Visit the famous Sand Dunes of Hunder where you can enjoy riding a double humped Bactrian camel (optional). Witness the Grandeur of Nubra valley from Deskit Monastery. Overnight at Camp.
Stay : Nubra (Tirith)
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 4 >> Nubra Valley – Leh: 130 km. (6 hrs.)
Post breakfast visit Samstanling Monastery and Sand Dunes at Sumur, The active can take a short walk up the hills to visit the sacred lake of “Yarab Tso” nestled among pristine mountains near the hot water springs of Panamik. Proceed back to Leh. Do take time out to get your photo taken next to the signboard which says “Khardung La 18,380 ft., HighestMotorable Road in the world”.
Stay : Leh
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 5 >> Leh – Pangong Tso: 145 km (6 hrs.)
Post breakfast embark on a picturesque drive to reach Pangong Tso, a brackish lake perched at 4,350 m (14,270 ft.) in the Changthang region of Ladakh. It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to China. Overnight stay at Camp.
Stay : Pangong
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 6 >> Pangong Tso – Thiksey, Shey, Leh: 145 km (6 hrs.)
Wake up early to witness the beautiful sunrise on the Pangong Tso. The splendid colours at the lake will leave you mesmerized. Post breakfast proceed for Leh visiting Thiksey, SheyMonastery & Indus River enroute. Evening free at your leisure.
Stay : Leh
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 7 >> Day at Leisure
Enjoy the day at Leisure. Choose from one of the many options to explore Ladakh. You could choose to explore Ladakh on a motorbike or a 4X4 vehicle, or pedal down the highest motorable road on a cycle, choose to go rafting or visit the purest of Aryan tribes in Dha-Hanu or simply relax at your resort.
Stay : Leh
Includes: Breakfast& Dinner
Day 8 >> Departure to New Delhi:
Early morning transfer to Leh airport to board flight back to destination. Journey ends with Sweet Memories of Ladakh.
Inclusions
- Airfare New Delhi - Leh - New Delhi in economy class.
- Assistance on arrival at KushokBakula Rinpoche Airport, Leh
- Airport Transfer by non-air conditioned Maruti Omni/Ecco
- Welcome Drink (Hot Tea / Coffee / Kahwa) on Arrival with Traditional welcome at Hotel
- Accommodation in Ladakh for 7 Nights
- All transfers as per the itinerary by non-air conditioned vehicle (Qualis / Scorpio or similar) with 6 pax sharing a vehicle.
- Accommodation in Nubra & Pangong in Deluxe Camps (with attached bathroom)
- Meals – 07 Breakfasts& 07Dinners at Leh, Nubra & Pangong.
- Daily Shuttle Service to Market for Driftwood hotels(fixed time) guest
Exclusions:
- Government Service Tax (presently 3.09%) or any other Tax imposed / applicable
- Inner line permit & Green fees (Environment fees) [Required for Travel to Nubra / Pangong / Restricted Areas]
- Travel Insurance [It is mandatory to have a travel insurance, either procured directly or through us]
- Any optional excursion / sightseeing other than specified in the itinerary.
- Any personal expenses, room service, alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages, porterage, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
- Additional or Personal Use of Vehicles
- Camera fees, Guide Charges, Monument entry fees, Camel or Horse Safari
- Any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions
ADD ON's (per person/vehicle):
- Permit, Green Fees, Travel Insurance, 01 Breakfast add-on, 07 Lunch add-on, 1D Beverage Pack (non-alcoholic), 1D Beverage Pack (alcoholic), Gala Dinner 10+ (with cultural), Bon-Fire [2hr] up to 25pax
- Rafting [3 hr.], Rafting [1:30 hr.], Bike [8 hr.], Cycle from K-Top
- Honeymoon Setup, Gypsy 4X4 [8 hr.], Trek (per day) 4+, Camel Safari [30min]
- Excursion per Vehicle (up to 6 pax): Lamayuru, Alchi, Likir, Hemis, Stok, Tsomoriri (1D), Dha-Hanu(1D), Nubra (Pvt transfer), Pangong(Pvt transfer)
Hotels / Camp: THE DRIFTWOOD HOTELS:
- Hotels used in Leh are –
Luxury : “The Zen Ladakh” or “Grand Dragon” or similar
Premium Resort : “The Driftwood Thongsal, Leh” or similar
Deluxe Hotel :“Hotel ThePalace” or “Hotel Hill Town” or similar
Standard Hotel : “The Driftwood Residency or “Himalayan Retreat” or similar - Hotels used in Nubra are “The Heritage Thongsal Camp, Tirith” or similar
- Hotels used in Pangong are “The Whispering Waves”or “Camp Red Start” or similar