Jewels of Leh Ladakh Tour

Quick facts

In short: Jewels of Leh Ladakh Tour is a 5-night, 6-day tour that also covers Nubra and Pangong. It starts in Leh and ends in Leh. It includes breakfast & dinner, private transfers and permits. The itinerary can be customised.

Package ID

0009

Duration

5 Nights / 6 Days

Places

Leh, Nubra, Pangong

Starts

Leh

Ends

Leh

Stay

Stay in standard/3-star equivalent accommodation as per the selected package plan

Meals

Breakfast & dinner

Transport

Private cab

Best time

May to September is the best time for a Ladakh tour, when the roads to Nubra and Pangong are open.

Customizable

Yes

Day-wise itinerary

Package ID

0009

Tour

Jewels of Leh Ladakh Tour

Duration

5 Nights / 6 Days

Destination

Leh Ladakh

Price

Price on request

This is a suggested day-by-day plan. Timings, the order of sightseeing and hotels are confirmed with your quote.

1. 1

   Day 1 — Arrive Leh - Leisure

   On your arrival at Leh airport, our representative will meet and transfer you to the Hotel. Check in to the hotel and the rest of the day is for leisure. A complete rest of the day is necessary for the rest of the day to accustom you and to the obscure air at the high altitude. Leh is situated at the height of 11563 feet. Evening visit Shanti Stupa. Later visit the market (stay for 01hour only). Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

   Overnight: Leh

2. 2

   Day 2 — LEH – Excursion to Sham Valley Upto Sangam; Monastery Tour

   After breakfast, you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to GurudwaraPatthar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence Of The Indus And Zanskar River. After visiting places we drive back to Leh en route visiting Spituk Monastery, Built-in 15th century during the reign of Grags ‘bum-lde, this new Gelug-pa monastery was built like the fortress on the summit of crags. Later proceed for Indus Valley Monastery Starting with Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism, Thiksey Monastery an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village, Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh, 3 Idiots Rancho School & Sindhu Ghat. After visiting places we drive back to Leh. Evening at leisure to explore the city on your own. Return back to the hotel for Overnight stay.

   Overnight: Leh

3. 3

   Day 3 — Leh–Nubra Valley Via Khardung La 18,390 FT. (120 km / 5 – 6 HRS)

   Post breakfast drives to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (The Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Sasser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level. Upon arrival in Nubra, we check in at our Camp / Hotel for Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. A visit to a Ladakhi home can be arranged. Overnight Stay at the Camp or Hotel.

   Overnight: Nubra Valley

4. 4

   Day 4 — Nubra Valley to Leh

   After breakfast, visit Diskit Monastery, the oldest in Nubra, with its large Maitreya Buddha statue overlooking the valley. Then drive back to Leh (about 120 km, 4–5 hours) over Khardung La by the private vehicle included for transfers. On arrival, check in at your hotel and spend the evening at leisure in Leh market. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

5. 5

   Day 5 — Pangong Lake excursion

   After an early breakfast, set out on an excursion to Pangong Lake (about 140 km each way) over the Chang La pass. The lake, which stretches into Tibet, changes colour from blue to green with the light. Spend time by the shore for photographs before driving back to Leh in the evening. It is a long day, so carry warm clothes and water. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

6. 6

   Day 6 — Departure from Leh

   After breakfast at the hotel, the time is free until your departure; check-out time is 12 noon. You can visit Leh market for last-minute shopping for pashmina, apricots or Tibetan handicrafts. You are then transferred to Leh airport for your onward flight; the departure transfer is included. With this, your Leh Ladakh tour ends.

Inclusions & exclusions

Where you stay

Hotel names are confirmed with your booking. Ask us to upgrade any night.

Price

Standard package cost excludes airfare, train fare and bus fare unless specifically mentioned in the package inclusions.

Questions about this package

Planning your Leh Ladakh trip

Best time: May to September is the best time for a Ladakh tour, when the roads to Nubra and Pangong are open.

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Travel guides for this trip

• Leh Ladakh travel guide
• Leh Ladakh for first-timers: acclimatisation and planning
• Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake: how to route your Ladakh trip