6 Nights 7 Days Highlights All Meals with evening snacks as per itinerary. ATV Ride at Nubra Sand Dunes Turtuk in Ladakh - The Last Village on India and Pakistan Evening Snacks with Bonfire at Nubra Leh as hub is a land only[JD] package Itinerary
Day 1 Hotel: Casa Ladakh/Alpine Ladakh/Hotel Nangsay/Hotel Naro or similar in Leh Meals: Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: Ginger Honey lemon Tea
Arrival Leh Upon arrival at the Leh Airport, you will be received by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy simple and light lunch today at your respective hotels. Since you are arriving at 11000 ft, we strongly recommend taking complete rest and drink ample water on the first day where you should not indulge yourself in any strenuous activity. Rest of the day is free to acclimatize to the high altitude of Leh. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2 Hotel: Casa Ladakh/Alpine Ladakh/Hotel Nangsay/Hotel Naro or similar in Leh Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Local Restaurant) and Dinner Extra Toppings: Thupka
Sham Valley Tour - Hall Of Fame, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Sangam (70kms round trip | approx 4 Hrs): After breakfast, we will drive alongside bank of Indus river till Sangam, to witness the the conflicts of Zanskar river and Indus River. En-route we will be visiting Gurdwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill (where the cars defy gravity) and Hall of Fame (which has a museum of the Kargil War memorabilia). Later in the afternoon visit Shanti Stupa. Return to your hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Hotel: Hotel - Elysium Camp or similar in Nubra Valley Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Local Restaurant) and Dinner Extra Toppings: Masala Tea with Samosa at Khardung village
Leh To Khardung La To Nubra Valley (140 Kms / Approx 05-06 Hrs):
Today post breakfast check out of the hotel and we will start our journey to Nubra Valley through Khardungla, which is the World's highest motor able road at 18,832 feet above sea level. At Khardungla pass the snow-capped peaks is the World's highest motor able road at 18,832 feet above sea level. At Khardungla pass the snow-capped peaks and the mountain views are amazing. The road then passes through a bridge laid on Glacier which finds its way in Guinness Book of world records. Drive through the Valley which is extremely beautiful for photography. Nubra Valley is the Oasis of Ladakh as you see some colourful trees in this region. Arrive Nubra and enjoy adventurous ATV ride (on complimentary basis, one time). Later reach your camp, check in and enjoy your lunch. Post lunch visit the Hunder sand dunes and get the sight of the Double Hump Bactrian camels (camel ride to be on direct payment basis), enjoy leisure time at the Sand Dunes of Nubra valley spread across Hundur Village. Later in the evening, return to your respective camps. Overnight stay at the camp.
Day 4 Hotel: Hotel - Elysium Camp or similar in Nubra Valley Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Local Restaurant) and Dinner Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee with Cookies Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee with Cookies
Nubra - Excursion To Turtuk - Nubra
One of the moist fascinating journeys in Ladakh this is a less popular destination recently opened for tourist, if you have a thirst for a beautiful location this is the place. En-route spectacular mountain ranges and Villages like. This region is controlled mainly by the Ladakh Scouts a rear department of the India Army. A border village that was recaptured by the Indian Army in 1971. Locals have relatives across the border (Line of Control) and depend mainly on farming of vegetables, apricot besides providing mules and porters. Baltistan a beautiful village with charming people "On the night of December 13, 1971, the people of this village went to sleep in Pakistan. The next morning, they woke up in India." We are in Turtuk, listening to a villager recount the history of this remote northwest corner of Ladakh, which until that night was part of Baltistan in PoK. A full day rough excursion and evening back to Nubra Valley. Overnight stay at the camp Day 5 Hotel: Hotel - Alpine Cottage/Full Moon Cottage/Native Cottage/P3 Camp in Pangong Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Local Restaurant) and Dinner Extra Toppings: Masala Chai with Veg Pakora
Nubra To Pangong (165 Kms / Approx 05-06 Hrs Total)
After breakfast, leave for Pangong Lake at 14, 500 ft. via Agham and Shyok village and reach Pangong Lake. Pangong, the highest salt water lake in the world. Take in the breath-taking views and setting of the blue lake set amidst the lofty Himalaya Mountains. Check in to your respective camps and enjoy your lunch. Later in the afternoon, spend time on your own at leisure. A popular location for many Bollywood movies, enjoy some unique moments and don't forget to click some nice pictures. Overnight stay at the camp. Day 6 Hotel: Casa Ladakh/Alpine Ladakh/Hotel Nangsay/Hotel Naro or similar in Leh Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Local Restaurant) and Dinner Extra Toppings: Cold Drink with Momos
Pangong To Leh (225 Kms / Approx 06-07 Hrs Total)
After sunrise, enjoy your early breakfast and check out of the camp and drive back to Leh. En-route visit Thiksey Monastery, located on a hill-lock with formidable views of the Indus valley. Thiksey is especially noteworthy for its gigantic seated statue of the Maitreya and is also known for its (Dukhang) assembly hall which houses hundreds of rectangular prayer books, stacked between wooden covers and bound in silk. After that we continue to drive through series of chortens (Stupa) to visit Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh. Early evening, check into hotel and relax. Evening, you may opt to visit the local market to buy souvenirs for your near and dear ones (pick up and drop to the market will be on direct payment basis). Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel. Day 7 Hotel: N/A Meals: Breakfast
Departure From Leh:
Transfer to Leh airport to board the flight back for onward journey with beautiful memories.
Hotels Envisaged Standard City Hotel Name Category Leh Casa Ladakh / Similar 3 star Nubra Valley Ladakh Elysium Camp / Similar Pangong Alpine Cottage / Similar 3 star
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included as per the Inclusions
Inclusions Assistance on arrival Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per chosen program All Meals -Breakfast, Lunches (Veg), Evening Tea/Coffee with cookies/snacks, Dinner as per itinerary. Transfers and sightseeing by Non AC vehicle on sharing basis as per group size as per the itinerary (Tempo Trv/Innova/Xylo/Scorpio) Inner line permits. Entrance tickets to monuments as per itinerary. Professional Tour Manager Evening Bonfire at Nubra (Subject to group size - 15 Pax and above) ATV Ride once only Oxygen Cylinder in each vehicle while travelling to Nubra and Pangong only. Travel Insurance (for age below 69yrs). Exclusions Leh as hub is a land only[JD] package
Additional / personal use of vehicle.
Any personal expenses, room service and special orders, alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, porterage, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary.
Camera fees and any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions.
GST will be applicable as per prevailing rates
Supplement Cost Private Vehicle for 2 to 3 Pax (Innova/Xylo/Scorpio) INR 32990 Per Vehicle INR 24500 Per Vehicle Private Vehicle for 4 to 6 Pax (Innova/Xylo/Scorpio)
Product Terms and Conditions
Photo ID card (except Pan Card) mandatory while you are on tour Tour price is dynamic. The person booking tour early is likely to get the lowest price as communicated/offered by the Company, subject to availability of seats. The vehicle used for transfers is not at disposal. Please consult driver / local representative for next day's sightseeing / transfers schedule Health Tip: Due to sudden change in altitude, we advise people travelling to Ladakh region to take sufficient time in acclimatization. Avoid running / fast walking. This tour is not recommended for people suffering Heart Problems, Epilepsy and Asthma; please consult your doctor before booking on this tour. People should consult a Medical Expert before using medicines like Diamox for mountain sickness. At Nubra Valley, a very basic accommodation in available. The Khardung La pass may remain close till first week of May. In that case the tourist will do excursion to Khardung La and stay at Leh in place of Nubra Valley. PANGONG stay will be subject to operation of CAMPS. Alternatively, we will arrange day trip to Pangong and next day will be kept free for optional activities or shopping No Fan available in Ladakh Region Non Veg: Not available in Nubra and Pangong Electricity: Nubra and Pangong electricity is not available after 2200 hrs Important Note: Hotels:
Tour price is subject to change as per the occupancy on the tour. Early birds get the best deal The region does not have star category hotels. Generally there isn't any star categorization in this sector, however the same is demarcated as per prices and put into slabs of 2*/ 3*/ 4* or STD/ DLX/ PRM or equivalent. Packages are based on base category rooms, irrespective of the Hotel category opted. Room up-gradation payable at the hotel directly For large groups, all rooms in one hotel may not be available. So if two or more hotels are selected, identical facilities may not be available between rooms. We expect you to adjust to these conditions. We will however try our best to maintain similarity. Please be reminded that all special requests like early check-in, smoking, nonsmoking, views, floors, king, twin, adjoining and/or interconnecting rooms are strictly subject to availability upon arrival and cannot be guaranteed prior. Any expenses arising out of this is to be borne by the customer. All hotels do not have lift facility and the guest may have to climb stairs. Incase of guests having problems with blood pressure, breathing, knee and heart or if they cannot climb the higher floors, we request you to update this at the time of booking so that we may take appropriate action and try for rooms in the Ground floor. This is again subject to availability and DIFFRENCE IF ANY WILL HAVE TO BE SETTELED DIRECTLY BEFORE CHECK OUT. Most of the Hotels in this region do not have Tea/coffee maker/ mini fridge/ enhanced toiletery kit (with moisturizer, tooth paste, brush, shaving kit, lufa, bathroom sleepers, bath-robe) etc. Facilities like western toilet, television in room, geyser in bathrooms, intercoms may not be available Eco camps and similar places. For meal plans, menu will be on fixed plan/ buffet basis and not on A-la-Carte basis. MAP and AP Meal plans do not include Evening snacks and cold drinks / liquor, Soups or Deserts. For order on A-la-Carte basis, guests are requested to make direct payment for additional items. requested to make direct payment for additional items. For early morning check out breakfast may be limited to simple bread and butter / jam with tea/ coffee/ juice. Request for such items will have to be made at the time of booking. Consumption and serving of alcohol in hotels / rooms is subject to hotel's rules and regulations. Kindly inform guests that same category rooms or identical rooms may not be available as the structure is not designed accordingly. In most hotels Extra Person Sharing the Room, Child With Extra Bed, will be provided MATTRESS / ROLL OVERS as per availability and not a Bed. In hilly areas, scarcity of water and electricity is a natural phenomenon. To overcome the water crisis certain hotels have fixed schedule for supplying hot and cold water. We strongly regret the inconvenience and look forward for your cooperation. In hills, most of the hotels are located in a way where the view might be of a building in the front, beside or behind it. Check-in time at Hotel will be 0900 Hrs and Check-out time will be 0800 Hrs. For early check in / late checkout / extending of stay, will be completely subjected to the availability as per the situation. As imposed by the Government Valid photo ID for all members staying at the hotel is mandatory. MOST of the hotels do not have parking place and vehicle cannot be parked in front of the gates for longer period hence guests should wait at the reception 10 minute before the departure to avoid the inconveniences. In case Pangong stay is not possible due to operational reasons or any other reason, additional night stay at Nubra Valley or Leh will be arranged and Full day excursion to Pangong shall be provided. No claims for refund shall be entertained. In case the route from Nubra to Pangong is closed, customers will have to head back to Leh from an alternate route and Pangong excursions may have to be cancelled. No refunds shall be possible in such cases. Accommodation in Pangong will be very basic. Camps used here have very basic in nature and lack the basic amenities like toiletries and spacious rooms. Since power supply here is limited for few hours only, hot water supply is for a very limited time period in the morning. Moreover, it gets extremely cold in the night and winds are severely strong; therefore, we recommend to carry heavy woolen clothing to keep yourselves warm. Pangong is a remote place which lacks basic medical facilities too like a hospital/ clinic/ medical shop. The nearest doctor available is approx. ~45kms. From the lake. We therefore recommend you to keep all your prescribed medicines handy with you. People suffering from respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis, etc. should refrain in staying in Pangong owing to the extreme weather conditions. However, an excursion can be easily opted for.
Please note that all the meals provided during Nubra and Pangong visits will be vegetarian meals, irrespective Please note that all the meals provided during Nubra and Pangong visits will be vegetarian meals, irrespective of the meal preference provided. Hot water is only provided for 2 hours during the morning and evening in Leh. In camps, hot water is only available for a limited time in the morning. Room heaters if required can be provided on chargeable basis, subject to availability. Connectivity (phone as well as internet) is poor and unreliable in Ladakh. Most hotels will not have a Wi-Fi connection. The camp accommodations at Nubra and Pangong are very basic even though they are classified into various categories
Transport:
Due to unforeseen situations (force majeure/ traffic jams / traffic halts/ diversions/ bandh/ curfew, Union strike, VVIP movement, etc.) the vehicle reporting may get delayed. We will request you to bear with us and as soon as vehicle arrives you will have to get in asap. Due to vehicle-parking difficulty, most of the areas are restricted to entry of vehicle and specific time is allotted for entries. Kindly follow the time strictly as given to you. The vehicle used will not be at disposal and will be exclusively used as per the itinerary only (on point to point basis). It will change sector wise. As per Motor Vehicle Act capacity of a Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio / Xylo / Innova) is 06 pax including Adult or Child. Also while opting for Luxury Vehicle please travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person. In group packages, Oxygen cylinder will be provided in every alternate vehicle, while going to Khardungla Top, Nubra, Pangong and Tsomoriri only. For FIT packages, oxygen cylinder will be on additional chargeable basis. In this area your vehicle and drivers will change for every transfer and sightseeing. These drivers come from remote places and are not educated in tourism etiquette and some of them do not know how to speak and behave. You are requested to be soft and gentle with your drivers. As the vehicles and drivers change always, we will request you to be very careful with personal belongings. Once left in the vehicle, there is almost nil or little chance, of getting it back. No AC will be available in vehicles in Hill regions Tempo Trv/ Innova / Xylo / Scorpio are similar category However for comfortable and safe traveling it is advisable to fit in maximum 04 to 05 adult in a Luxury vehicle. Transfers to next destination Company does not recommend or suggest night travel owing to the risk factor. So if you have a transfer to another destination in second half, please maintain time of your morning sightseeing If one destination/ sightseeing point is covered twice or additional destinations are included, additional charges will be applicable on per km / per hour basis.
Terms and Conditions
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