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When you book with an account, you will be able to track your payment status, track the confirmation and you can also rate the tour after you finished the tour.
One of the most unparalleled travel experiences one can get is undeniably by visiting Leh Ladakh. It is easy to get overwhelmed here, being surrounded by snow-clad mountains at such great heights, numerous trekking trails, deep gorges and turquoise lakes. Renowned as the land of monks and monasteries, it has a spiritual value as it houses some of the most royal and ancient monasteries. Ladakh is dotted with colourful monasteries and is also a popular destination for adventure buffs. Within Ladakh flows the River Indus and Zanskar, which draws river rafters from far and wide. Explore the mesmerizing beauty of Ladakh region which is also referred to as the Land of Lama owning to its Tibetan connection. Bound by mountains and sharing border with Tibet, the religion, culture and lifestyle of Leh Ladakh is profoundly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Ladakh is mostly inhabited by people of Tibetan descent. We will visit monasteries, high altitude lakes and high mountain passes, royal palaces with Tibetan Buddhism influence and of course interacting with the local people.
Highlights of the trip:
Awe-Inspiring Landscapes
Experience a rich culture
Visit the famous Pangong Lake, Khardungla Pass
Visit Drass, the second coldest inhabitant place in the world often called “The Gateway to Ladakh”
Stay in a Houseboat in Srinagar
Shikara Ride in Dal Lake
Enjoy a camel ride in the cold desert of Hunder
Visit the ancient Monasteries of ladakh
Meeting Point
Srinagar Airport
Reporting Time
By 1:00 pm
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive at Srinagar | Overnight at Srinagar Houseboat
Arrival at Srinagar and check into your stay. After we freshen up, we will go visit one of the famous Mughal Gardens in Srinagar. In the evening we will visit the famous Dal Lake where you can enjoy Shikara Ride.
Day 2Srinagar to Kargil |Overnight at Kargil
After breakfast, we will drive towards Kargil. On our way to Kargil we pass over Zojila Pass. Stop at Drass, the 2nd coldest inhabitant place in the World. Then drive along the Drass River till one arrives at Kargil.
Day 3Kargil - Lamayuru – Leh |Overnight at Leh
After breakfast drive for Leh en route Mulbekh and Lamayuru passing through Namikala & Fatula Passes, the highest pass on Srinagar – Leh road. Today we would be going for the much awaited River Rafting in Zanskar river. We first visit the Sangam of the Rivers, which is also near the Start point of our rafting adventure, we then head towards Leh and experience a phenomenon of nature on the Magnetic Hills. We will Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Kali Mata Temple & Sputik Monastery.
Day 4Leh to Nubra via Khardungla Top | Overnight at Hunder
Post breakfast we drive 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 Saser massif. Visit Dikshit Monastery on the way. 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 Guest house in Hunder for Overnight stay. Later visit the white sand dunes at Hunder where you can enjoy the Double Humped Bactrian camel ride. In the evening we can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world.
Day 5Excursion to Turtuk, Thang Border | Overnight at Hunder
Wake up to wonderful Sunrise, today we head towards Turtuk, located on the banks of shyok river is the the penultimate village open to foreign tourist before POK.
The landscape, culture, language, clothing, and even the physical features of people change quite drastically crossing over into Turtuk, technically entering Baltistan.
We return to Hunder in the evening to Spend the night here.
Day 6Nubra – Pangong Tso| Overnight at Pangong Tso
Early Morning after breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake via Shayok Route. Pangong Lake, is situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometer at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. Enjoy the landscape in the back drop of the Lake. One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable).
Day 7Pangong to Leh | Overnight at Leh
After an early breakfast we will leave for Leh en-route we can take a short halt at Changla pass to enjoy a cup of hot steaming tea. En route, we stop by at Hemis & Thiksey Monastery, Shey palace, rancho school & Sindhu ghat, we then proceed further to Leh. Spend your last evening roaming the Leh market and buying souvenirs for you friends or family. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Leh.
Day 8Leh to Home
Trip concludes. Thanks you for your patronage. Transfer to Leh Airport to catch the morning flight to your back home and return with fond memories.
Price Includes
Airport/Railway Station Transfers
All transport in a traveller or a Innova/similar
Accommodation on Twin sharing basis in 3 Star Hotels & Swiss Camps as per the itinerary. If odd number of participants the 1 or 2 rooms will be triple sharing
Breakfast & Dinner at all hotels & Camps
Shikara Ride
Entrance fees to all monasteries, museums and other places listed in the itinerary
Thang Border Visit
Oxygen Cylinder
All permits
Post & Pre Trip Support
Memories of a lifetime
Wandering Souls Merchandise
Price Excludes
Train/ Air fare
Lunch on all days
Any shopping or personal expense
Tips to hotel/camp staff and driver
Camel Safari & River Rafting Charges
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Things to Carry
Please carry original and 2 photocopies of Voter ID/Passport/Aadhar Card
Passport size photographs
Durable/Reusable Water Bottles
We will be sending you a details list of what to bring and what not to once you register
Photos
Disclaimer
Flight costs are to be considered fully non-refundable i.e the difference between the Regular & Super Saver cost
If participant seeks cancellation due to natural calamities or any due to military or governmental decisions no refund shall be paid.
If in case Wandering Souls cancels the tour due to unfavourable conditions of travel then whatever best possible refund we get from vendors if we ever get can be processed, in case we do not get any refunds from Hotel/Transportation we won’t be in a position to process any refunds.
In case of cancellation of any event due to reasons beyond control (like Natural calamities, riots, political uncertainty, public transport failure etc.), refund shall be payable with respect to the given refund norms.
Wandering Souls will not be responsible for any losses incurred for any train/air/bus/taxi bookings, hotel bookings or extension to the camp done by clients/participants
FAQs
What is the stay like?
We will be staying in 3* Hotels & Swiss Camps. The Hotel list is as follows:
Srinagar : Alexander/ Peacock/Smith/similar – Houseboat – 1 Night
Kargil : Zojila Residency / Royal Gasho/ Similar – 1 Night
Leh : City Palace / The Palace / Silk route/ Similar – 2 Nights
Nubra : Nubra Eco Village/Similar – 2 Night
Pangong Tso : Pangong Eco Resort /Similar – 1 Night
How will you contact me once I register?
We will be mailing you the details once you register. We will also create a WhatsApp group a week before the trip
What is the age group for this trip?
The age group for this trip is 16-44
Can I come alone?
Yes, many who come on our trips are solo travellers.
Is it safe for a female solo traveller?
It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our event have 60% female participation.
Would I get cellular connectivity?
You will get intermittent cellular connectivity in Ladakh. You wont get cellular connectivity at Pangong Tso
What type of food will I get?
We will be having our Breakfast & Dinner at our stays. Lunches we will have locally during our road trip and sightseeing trips.
What if I have a medical emergency?
We will carry first aid kit with us and we will carry an Oxygen Cylinder with us. If the problem increases, we will quickly get you to closest medical attention possible.
What kind of clothing we need to wear?
Weather in Ladakh will be cold and you will need the clothing accordingly. A detailed list will be mailed to you.
What is the group size?
The group size will be between 7 – 18 Trippers. We require atleast 7 participants to go ahead with the trip
