Leh, the erstwhile capital for many as well as the mecca of adventure enthusiasts. Leh, one of the coldest deserts in the world is located at a distance of 434km from Srinagar and 474km from Manali (Himachal Pradesh). Leh is a backpacker's haven, with numerous trekking trails, valleys and picturesque lakes. Renowned as the land of monks and monasteries, there is plenty to see in this amazing land.
Leh (Ladakh) was known in the past by different names. It was called Maryul or low land by some Kha- chumpa by others. Fa- Hein referred to it as Kia-Chha and Hiuen Tsang as Ma-Lo-Pho. It is said that the first Immigrants to this land appears to have been the Brokpas from Dadarstan who inhabited the lower reaches of the Indus Valley popularly known as Sham. Another wave of Immigrants who came from karja (Kulu) were the Monsan Aryan type who first settled in Gya and spread to Rong, Shayok, Sakti Tangtse and Durbuk, the area extending from Martselang to Khaltsi. Gia was the seat of government of the first Mon ruler having been elected by the whole tribe. His kingdom included the villages mentioned above, all of which was inhabited by the Mons people He was known by the title Gyapacho, derived from his being the master of Gia.
Arrive Leh and transfer to the hotel. Full day for complete rest for acclimatization to the high altitude of Leh. Evening visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.
After breakfast, drive to shyam valley and you'll be awestruck with the sight of the massive Buddha statues, Indus & Zanskar river Sangam, drive along the Indus river visiting Patthar Sahib Gurdwara and Magnetic Hill (where the cars defy gravity) and further on to Leh Hall of Fame (which has a museum of the Kargil War memorabilia). Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.
After Breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass (Highest Motorable road in the World, 18,380 ft). Arrive at Hundar by Afternoon. Rest of the day free to explore Deskit, Hunder Villages and camel Safari in Sand Dunes between Deskit and Hundar Village. One can go for camel rides (own cost). Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Nubra Valley.
Have early breakfast and proceed to Pangong via Shayok, retrace the route down for Pangong Lake through Shayok 17,350 ft., it is the Third Highest Motorable Road in the world. Arrive Pangong and enjoy the beauty of the lake on the Banks of Pangong Lake. Later drive back to Leh for overnight stay.
Morning transfer to airport to board flight back to your destination.
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Leh Ladakh | Hotel Lumbini / Goji Villa |
| Nubra Valley | DE Nubra Camp / Summer Holiday Camp |
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Leh Ladakh | Royal Sheldan Ladakh / Hotel Bluestone |
| Nubra Valley | Organic Boutique Hunder / Hotel Caravan |
| City | Hotel* |
|---|---|
| Leh Ladakh | The Maitreya Hotel / Hotel Trikaya |
| Nubra Valley | Wooden Resort / Hotel Nubra Delight and Camps |
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