Destination: Leh Ladakh
Welcome to the heart of Ladakh, Leh! You will be led to your accommodation upon landing at Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. After checking in, unwind for a while before preparing to visit Leh City. See the Leh Palace, a former royal residence with breathtaking city views. Discover the neighborhood market and the Shanti Stupa, a white-domed Buddhist stupa with a view of the mountains. Return to the hotel to spend the night as you wrap off your day.
Travel early in the morning for a full-day tour of Sham Valley, sometimes referred to as the "Apricot Valley." See the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to honoring the men who died in the Indo-Pak conflicts. Proceed to the stunning Sikh shrine known as Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and stop by SECMOL, the school that was featured in the well-known Bollywood film "3 Idiots." Discover the intriguing Magnetic Hill, where automobiles seem to defy gravity. After that, head back to Leh and spend the night at your hotel.
Make plans yourself for an exciting trip to Nubra Valley today via Khardung La Pass, which is 17,582 feet high and one of the world''s highest motorable highways. Upon reaching the Nubra Valley, often known as the "Valley of Flowers." See the 106-foot-tall statue of Maitreya Buddha at the Diskit Monastery. Discover Hunder''s distinctive sand dunes, where you may take an ATV ride or a double-humped Bactrian camel ride. You will check into your tent for the night when you get at Nubra.
Transfer for Pangong Tso, a breathtaking high-altitude lake at 14,270 feet, after breakfast. You travel through Shyok Valley, which offers breathtaking views of tranquil scenery and rocky mountains. Admire the lake''s constantly shifting shades of blue when you arrive in Pangong Tso. Explore the lake''s shoreline, take pictures, and take in the peace and quiet of this isolated area throughout the day. Camp along the lake and have a meal over a campfire in the evening.
After leaving the hotel, head back to Leh via the picturesque Chang La Pass, the world''s third-highest motorable road. Stop by the Chang La Baba Temple, a revered shrine dedicated to the brave soldiers. Visit the Thiksey Monastery along the way, where you can see the renowned "Rancho School" (Druk Padma Karpo School). Discover the school and its distinctive educational programs. Proceed with your trek and reach Leh by nightfall. Arrive to the hotel and check in for the night.
Take a day trip to Stoke Village, which is roughly 15 kilometers from Leh, after breakfast. See the Ladakh royal family''s residence, the Stok Palace and Museum. After that, proceed to Sindhu Ghat to take in the serene surroundings and stunning vistas. Explore the traditional Ladakhi village and get a close-up look at the way of life and culture there. Another option is to go to the Stok Monastery, a stunning building with colorful sculptures and murals. Later, you and the group will head back to the hotel.
After leaving your hotel, make your way to the Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in preparation for your flight out. Take home a wealth of priceless memories as you bid adieu to Ladakh''s captivating scenery and vibrant culture.