Ladakh with Pangong Lake

Duration:

08 Nights / 09 Days

Destination Covered:

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Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

Jammu & Kashmir is known throughout the country and the world for its natural beauty. Breathtaking mountain ranges, crystal clear streams, shrines, glaciers, and gardens add up to the grandeur of the place, It is also known as a Paradise of the earth. The state has been divided into three regions, Kashmir Valley, Jammu, and Ladakh.

The Ladakh With Pangong Lakepackage covers the Ladakh region including Leh ,Alchi Uletokpo, Lamayuru,Khardongla and Pangong Lake. The package will give you the chance to explore the one of the stunning region of Jammu and Kashmir. 

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi you meet and greet by our representative, proceed to the hotel, check in at the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi

In the morning after breakfast, proceed for full day city tour of Delhi covering major tourist attractions such as India Gate, Parliament House, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Swaminarayan Akshardham temple, Red Fort and Humayun Tomb. In the afternoon visit Qutab Minar and Chhatrapur Temple. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3: Delhi - Leh Sightseeing

Today after early breakfast, proceed to Leh. Upon reaching Leh, meet our representative, get transferred to the hotel. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure as this beautiful place located on the very high altitude, hence if you arrived Leh by air from plans then you need some time to acclimatizing to the lower oxygen level at these heights before attempting anything strenuous. In the evening you can roam around the local markets where you can buy pearls and coral jewelry along with handicraft items. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 4: Monasteries’ tour in Leh

After early morning breakfast, leave your hotel for a full day excursion to the famous monasteries of Leh. Where you can attend the praying ceremony at Spituk monasteries and Phyang. Later in the day visit the Leh Mosque, King’s Palace and Leh Gompa. Also visit Shey Palace. Shey monastery, famous for A 12 meter high copper statue of Gautam Buddha which is gold plated and covers three stories in the building is the main attraction of this Palace.

In the evening return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Leh- Alchi – Uletokpo

After early breakfast, transfer to Uletokpo, by road which is 160 kilometers away from En-route visit the Alchi monastery which is known as Ladakh’s most popular monastery and a sacred enclave and a seat of learning  . Later on, resume your drive to Uleytokpo. On arrival check-in hotels. Just relax for a while in your room. Post lunch, proceed for excursion to the Uleytokpo trekking base. Camping in Uleytokpo is considered to be one of the most amazing experience. Overnight stay at Uleytokpo.

Day 6: Uletokpo - Lamayuru - Leh

Post breakfast, drive to Lamayuru via Khaltsi Lamayuru is the earliest surviving monestry of Ladakh , knowing asYung-drung or Swastika founded in the 10th Century. Visit the monastery. In the late afternoon drive back to Leh, Also visit Basgo Castle that is situated on the hill of clay. Later on resume your drive to Leh. On arrival check-in to the hotels. Relax for a while. Post lunch visit the major tourist attractions like Hemis monastery, Leh Mosque, Kings Palace and Leh Gompa. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7: Leh - Khardongla Pass - Leh (Excursion Tour)

Post breakfast proceed for Khardung La. This is kwon as the world’s highest motor able pass located at an altitude of 5602 meters above sea level. This pass is situated 40 kilometers from Leh and it was established in 1976 and opened for motor vehicles in 1988. It is also a strategic point for Indian military, as it servers a link to Siachen glacier. The foreign tourists need special permit to visit this place. Later enjoy the shopping, buy some local items of Ladakh. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Leh – Pangong Lake - Leh (Excursion Tour)

In the morning, proceed for full day excursion to Pangong Lake which is located at the distance of 135 kilometers east of Leh via the Changla Pass and drive past Durbuk and Tangste villages in the Changthang region of Ladakh. It is one of the most amazing lakes in Asia and changes its color 4 to 5 times in a day. Late evening, check in to a camp or local guest house in Pangong for overnight stay.

Day 9: Leh – Delhi

In the morning after an early breakfast, check out the hotel and transfer to Leh for your onward journey. We trust you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

  1. Visit to the city tour of Delhi covering Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, Parliament House, Swaminarayan Akshardham temple.
  2. Explore the Leh Mosque, Kings Palace and Leh Gompa, at Leh.
  3. Enjoy full day excursion to Khardongla pass, the highest motorable pass in the world.
  4. Attend the praying ceremony at Phyang and Spituk monastery.
  5. Visit the Lamayuru monastery and the Lamayuru village for its lunar landscape.
  6. Explore the Basgo Castle that is situated on the hill of clay.
  7. Excursion to the Uleytokpo trekking base.
  8. Enjoy camping in Uleytokpo, considered to be one of the most beautiful experience.
  9. Visit the Rizong monastery- “the paradise for meditation”.
  10. Guided tour of Indus and Zanskar river Sangam, Rizong Nunnery, and Hall of Fame in Leh.
  11. Full day excursion to Khardongla pass, the highest motorable pass in the world.
  12. Visit the most amazing lake of Ladakh- The Pangong Lake.
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