Leh Ladakh is one of those regions in India that every single traveler/tourist wishes to visit once in his/her life. Ladakh also called, Land of High Passes is popular for its arid plains, barren desert views, vibrant and distinct ladakhi culture, adventurous roads, and yes the everchanging landscapes. While Leh being the headquarters of Ladakh, is considered the epicenter or base of Ladakh as it is connected to all the major highways coming from Manali and Kashmir and also by air network.Read More
The first day of your trip marks your arrival at Leh and you are assigned a hotel room for your stay where you can also enjoy a hearty meal. The first day is reserved for acclimatization as Leh is situated at a height of 11,500 feet, which is considered a high altitude. If you have some spare time at your hands, you can simply walk around the locale or you can just relax in the hotel and get recharged for the upcoming eventful days.
Later, have dinner, spend some fun time with your travel companions, and then call it a da
This day is reserved for visiting places in and around Leh and some of the tourist hotspots that you can cover are Shanti Stupa, Thiksey Monastery, Magnetic Hill, Shey Monastery, Leh Palace, Pathar Sahab Gurudwara, War Memorial and Hall of Fame. All of these places help you marvel at the beautiful diversity and cultural heritage this region holds. Also, the confluence of Indus River & Zanskar River is another breath-taking sight that draws in the attention of the visitors.
It is recommended that you visit Shanti Stupa at dusk because that’s the time when sunlight adds to the beauty of the entire setting and provides the best frame. Leh is also like a dream of every single shutterbug out there and you are offered plenty of chances to click some wonderfully amazing shots. Finally, have dinner at the hotel and sleep for the night.
One of the most important days in this Leh Ladakh trip as you travel to the mighty Khardung La pass. This high altitude pass arrives when you travel from Leh to Nubra Valley. Khardung La holds a special place in Leh Ladakh due to reasons such as it is linked to the Siachen Glacier and acts as an all-weather road for the Indian Army, standing at a very high altitude of 17,582 feet above the sea level, and sometime back it had a title of being the highest motorable pass in the world. You cover a distance of around 160 km on this day, therefore, make sure to start your day during the early hours of the morning so you can later spare some time to have fun at Khardung La and Nubra Valley. The journey turns out to be an experience of a lifetime, especially when you cross Khardung La pass and explore the Nubra Valley.
As soon as you reach Nubra Valley, don’t miss out on enjoying an ATV ride as well as a ride on the two-humped Bactrian camels (a local attraction) in Nubra Valley. Apart from this, you also get to visit the Diskit monastery having a tall Maitreya Buddha Statue, which quite a good sight to test your photography skills. Dinner and overnight stay are arranged in camps.
Get up in the morning, have your breakfast, and then start your drive towards Pangong Tso, one of the most stunning lakes in India. The journey from Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso takes around 7 hours and you travel for a distance of more than 270 km. On your way, you drive through Shyok valley and come across some more pleasant vistas. As you reach your destination for the day i.e. Pangong Tso, click some amazing shots of the picture-perfect lake and also spend some time admiring the splendid beauty that nature has gifted the region with.
Dinner and overnight stay in camps.
On the 5th day, you heading back to Leh and it takes approximately 7 hours to cover a distance of 225 km. So, bid adieu to the gorgeous campsite after eating the breakfast and get ready to drive through one more mountain pass that is Chang La. Perching up to an elevation of 17,590 ft, Chang La pass is another motorable mountain pass in the Ladakh region and is adorned with several prayer flags. After crossing the pass, you visit the famous Hemis monastery located in the Hemis village followed by 3 Idiots school. If time allows and if any place is left to explore in Leh, then you can visit on this day.
After you arrive at Leh, freshen-up at your hotel rooms and then spend the rest of the day visiting the local market and trying out a couple of cafes and eateries. Make sure, you are done with your shopping and other things in the market of Leh as this is your last night at Leh Ladakh Tour. Afterward, head back to the hotel and spend some time with your travel mates. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.
Get ready to bid adieu the land of high pass. The journey concludes on the 6th day and you head back from Leh to your home with a lot of memories made on this trip.
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Yes, the best thing about Ladakh is that it is ideal for every type of traveler/tourist. The itinerary is planned in such a way that almost every kind of traveler enjoys the tour and can have a great experience, be it youngsters, a couple, or a family.
One can shop in the markets of Leh. The mall road and the old Leh market is quite vibrant.
One doesn't require permits to enter Leh and one can move freely in Leh without permits. If you travel to Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, or any other place in Ladakh, inner line permits are required, which can be obtained from the DC office, Leh. One has to show his ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License).
There are several activities that one can experience while exploring Leh Ladakh such as Rafting in Zanskar river, ATV rides in Leh and Nubra Valley, Motorcycle & biking expeditions, and trekking & climbing expeditions.
Some of the famous and best restaurants and cafes in Leh are The Tibetan Kitchen Bob's Cafe Gesmo Restaurant Bon Appetit Lamayuru Restaurant
Around INR 5000 is enough for the complete tour as you will be having lunch and buying souvenirs. You can find ATMs in Leh and Nubra Valley.
Yes. We offer fully customized tour packages as per the traveler’s requirements and feasibility. You name it and we will do it.
Yes, we cross Khardung La on this tour while traveling from Leh to Nubra Valley.
The ideal time to visit Ladakh is from May to September if you are reaching Leh by flight. Out of these 5 months, June to August is considered the best time. Almost all the roads and places are accessible and the weather remains stable most of the time.
Some of the best foods include Thukpa, Thenthuk, Ruchi Chi, Local bread in Old Leh market, and Kawa Tea.
If you are opting for a group tour then there will be a maximum of 12 people in one group including the tour leader.
An experienced driver along with a tour leader (group tours) accompanies throughout the tour. On special demands, we can also arrange a photographer or a videographer.
Yes, it is totally safe. In our group tours, our tour leader accompanies the group throughout the journey. All our staff including drivers and hotel vendors are reliable. Sometimes, we also send a woman tour leader in some of the tours.
We use Toyota Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Tempo Traveller, and 4x4 SUV, depending upon the group requirements and size.
The accommodation is a mixture of hotels, homestay, and camps. Leh – Hotel Nubra Valley - Hotel or Swiss Camps (attached washrooms) Pangong Tso - Swiss Camps or Cottages
One can fill the inquiry form given on the right side of the page and send us all the details. Our travel consultant will reach out to you as soon as possible and plan the best itinerary as per your requirements. One can also call or WhatsApp us at +91-7428710595 or email us at contact@happygotrips.com.
Food will be veg on the tour. Jain food can also be available. On request, we can also arrange non-veg food at certain places.
We provide mineral water bottles in the vehicle throughout the journey. All the places will have shops so one can easily buy mineral water bottles. We also recommend people carry a 1-liter water bottle with themselves so that if needed one can use it again and again by refilling it.
As you are reaching Leh directly by flight, which is a high altitude region, we recommend taking Diamox tablet at least 24 hours before reaching the destination. It helps to prevent the chances of getting AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Also, make sure you are not on any other medication or there shouldn’t be any hormonal problem because Diamox is not advisable to people having these problems.
Yes, you can take your child if he/she is above 6 years.
As you are traveling in a car, rain is not an issue. Ladakh is a dry region so rain doesn't cause any issue here. Though there are chances that you might experience snowfall at the passes, that doesn't hinder the journey usually.
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