Day 1: Arrive at Leh
Welcome at Leh airport from where you'll be transferred to hotel in private vehicle. Check-in at the hotel. Acclimatizing to the altitude is very important before doing any activity so we take rest till afternoon. In the evening, you can venture out to the city market for a casual stroll (No transport will be Provided for Market). Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Tip: At the height of 10,000 ft., oxygen level is dropped and carelessness can lead to AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). It is strictly advisable to rest and stay hydrated in order to acclimatize yourself.
Day 2: Excursion in Sham valley - Local sight-seeing in Leh
Wake up lazy morning. Post breakfast and some leisure, we'll head towards Leh - Srinagar highway.
The drive further is one of the most spectacular journeys you will have. From the mountains
formed by amalgamation of various types and textures of rocks to the dazzling Zanskar Valley
accompanying you all along the journey, this route gives you an absolute picturesque landscape.
Enroute, we'll visit the famous Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Magnetic Hill, Confluence point
(Sangam), and Hall of Fame. Return to Leh in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
*Optional - White Water River Rafting in Zanskar River (from Phey to Nimmo)
- can be arranged if you want to (charges need to be paid on the spot).
MAGNETIC HILL: Defying the Law of gravity. This place is close to the Gurudwara
Shri Patthar Sahib. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this
road the vehicle slides up-hill - That's Believe It Or Not Of Ladakh!
CONFLUENCE OF THE ZANSKAR & INDUS: On the way to Nimmo village, one can have
this magnificent view of two rivers in wed-lock! In seasons they have different colors and flow
and wilderness.
LADAKH HALL OF FAME: The Hall of Fame is a glorious museum constructed by the
Indian Army. It is worth a visit for every citizen. You can see the memorabilia, eminent defense
personalities with biographies, images and weapons used using the Kargil and other key strategic
battles fought in Ladakh. And belongings of the enemy soldiers found at war site. All the martyr
and the gallantry awards. "Here's something that you will be proud of our defense personnel who
sacrificed themselves so that we could live in peace."
Day 3: Leh - Enroute Khardungla - Nubra Valley (5-6 hrs. Journey)
In the morning after breakfast, brace yourself for the splendid drive over the mighty Khardung La - one of the highest motorable Pass in the world at the height of 5602 M / 18,380 ft. Over the route, the road dramatically plunges, and Shyok and Nubra Rivers unfold magically. You move on via Diskit to reach the white sands of Hunder. Spend some time on the white sand dunes here; do a ride on the Double Humped Bactrian Camels if you want to (on your own). Visit the Diskit monastery, which is believed to be the largest and oldest monastery in Nubra valley, and enjoy the sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra.
Day 4: Nubra to Pangong Tso via Shyok / Warila (5-6 hrs. Journey)
Post breakfast, we’ll continue our journey towards Pangong Tso via Warila / Shyok village. Enroute explore the mound of earthen monastic dwellings, crowned by the Gompa. The valley is blessed with a beautiful stream flowing through it, originating from the lake, giving a greenish tincture to the otherwise dry landscape around. Apart from flora this area is rich in fauna too. You can see a lot of Himalayan Marmots around the area. However, the main attraction of this circuit is the grand Pangong Tso, which you would reach by early evening. The mesmerizing beauty and the fantastic view of Tso places it a league above anything you have seen so far. Dinner and overnight stay near Pangong.
Day 5: Pangong Tso to Leh (Visit Shanti Stupa)
After breakfast and some leisure, drive your way back to Leh. Enroute we’ll visit the Sindhu Ghat and Thiksey monastery followed by Shey Palace and Druk White Lotus Rancho School. Reach Leh in the evening from where we'll head to Shanti Stupa - bask in the peace amidst this hilltop Stupa and revel in the panoramic view of the city. The sunset is the perfect backdrop you wished for. Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.
Day 6: Bid the Fairyland Good Bye
After a scrumptious breakfast, complete all the signing out formalities and cab will drop you at Leh airport. Board the flight back to home. End of trip.