Ladakh and Kashmir Discovery
Delhi – Leh – Nubra – Leh – Alchi – Kargil -Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar
A 17 NIGHT/18 DAY TOUR
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit Delhi’s UNESO World Heritage Sites
- See the magnificent 106 feet tall statue of in Leh
- Travel on the highest motorable road, the Khardung La Pass at 5359 meters
- Enjoy Turktuk Village
- Visit the beautiful Moghul Shalimar gardens in Srinigar
- Travel on the Gondola in Gulmarg, one of the world’s highest operating cable cars
This adventurous tailor made itinerary begins from Delhi with its centuries-old history and rich culture and architectural monuments. From there fly to Leh, the capital of Ladakh, and located at over 3000 meters, and home to ancient and unique Tibetan culture. Visit local villages with green oases, among the stark mountain vistas, as well as the moon-like landscapes of the Nubra Valley. Alchi is snuggled in the valley of the Indus River down the prehistoric trade path & is famous for its stunning gompas that cling to the mountainsides. Srinagar, the summer capital of Kashmir, can be enjoyed staying on the romantic houseboats, visits to beautifully preserved Moghul gardens and serene mosques. You’ll also visit Gulmarg, Kashmir’s most popular hill station.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day |
Activity |
City |
Accommodation type |
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1 |
On arrival into Delhi you will be met andtransferred to your hotel. |
Delhi |
Luxury / Boutique / Heritage |
|
2 |
Guided tour of Old and New Delhi |
Delhi |
Luxury / Boutique / Heritage |
|
3 |
Early morning transfer to the airport and board your flight to Leh. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Leh. Rest of day at leisure for acclimatization to the high altitude. |
Leh |
Standard / Moderate |
|
4 |
After breakfast a full day tour of monasteries and palaces alongside Indus Valley surrounding Leh. |
Leh |
Standard / Moderate |
|
5 |
Today after breakfast proceed to visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Tsemo Hill before returning back to the hotel. |
Leh |
Standard / Moderate |
|
6 |
After breakfast drive to the Nubra Valley (approx 6 hrs) passing over the Khardung La Pass. |
Nubra |
Standard/Moderate |
|
7 |
Today you will explore the nearby Hunder Villages and white sand dunes followed by visit to the Diskit Monastery |
Nubra |
Standard / Moderate |
|
8 |
Day excursion to Turtuk Village, one of the most northernmost villages in Ladakh, and if lucky you can catch a glimpse of K2, the world’s second highest mountain, located in neighbouring Pakistan. |
Nubra |
Standard / Moderate |
|
9 |
Today after breakfast you will drive back to Leh. Evening will be at leisure. |
Leh |
Standard / Moderate |
|
10 |
After leisurely breakfast drive to Alchi visiting Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Spituk Monastery, Likir Monastery and the 11th century Alchi Choskor. |
Alchi |
Standard / Moderate |
|
11 |
Drive from Alchi to Kargil stopping en route to visit Lamayuru, the oldest monastery in central Ladakh, and Mulbekh,a 1st century giant Buddha carved into the mountainside. |
Kargil |
Standard / Moderate |
|
12 |
Continue this morning to Srinigar, visiting Drass and Sonemarg en route. On arrival Srinagar check into your hotel. |
Srinagar |
Luxury |
|
13 |
Guided tour of Srinigar – visit the famous gardens of Srinagar built by Shah Jahan and Jahangir for his beloved Noor Jahan followed by walk around of old bazaar on the banks of the city and seethe Jama Masjid. Evening at leisure. |
Srinagar |
Luxury |
|
14 |
Today drive to Gulmarg also known as The Meadow of Flowers. Check-in at your hotel and rest of day at leisure. |
Gulmarg |
Standard / Moderate |
|
15 |
This morning take a ride on the Gulmarg gondola-one of Asia’s longest and highest cable cars. |
Gulmarg |
Standard / Moderate |
|
16 |
After leisurely breakfast you will be driven back to Srinagar to check-in to your houseboat on Lake Dal. |
Srinagar |
Sukoon Houseboat |
|
17 |
Relax on the Sukoon, or take the the opportunity to do some shopping for textiles and other Kashmiri treasures. |
Srinagar |
Sukoon Houseboat |
|
18 |
This morning disembark and drive to Srinagar airport to board flight to Delhi & internally connect for your flight home. |
Flight Home |
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