Heritage Ladakh Tour 7 Days

Day 1 ARRIVAL IN LEH

1. 1

   Leh

   24 hours

   Our representative will receive you at Leh airport. Transfer to hotel in Leh. Complete day rest for acclimatisation. Evening free to go for a walk towards Leh market on your own. Overnight and Dinner at Hotel in Leh.

2. 2

   Leh Market

   2 hours

   Drink plenty of fluids and take ample amount of rest. Evening you can take a visit to Leh market.

Day 2 LEH LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

1. 1

   Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers

   4 hours

   Enjoy the crux of the famed tourist spots of Leh in a day. After an early breakfast visit to the centuries-old Leh palace. Next Nimoo to see the magnificent view of the Confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers at Nimoo. The spot is also famously known as Sangam. You can opt for a thrilling 16 KM rafting session here in the Zanskar river at additional cost. Stop at Magnetic Hill, Gurduwara Pathar Saheb and Hall of Fame on the journey back. Spend the evening at Shanti Stupa. Overnight and dinner at the hotel in Leh.

2. 2

   Leh Royal Palace

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Leh Palace, also known as Lachen Palkar Palace, is a former royal palace overlooking the city of Leh in Ladakh, India. It was constructed circa 1600 by Sengge Namgyal. The palace was abandoned when Dogra forces took control of Ladakh in the mid-19th century and forced the royal family to move to Stok Palace.

3. 3

   Magnetic Hill

   15 min

   Magnet Hill is a gravity hill located near Leh in Ladakh, India. The layout of the area and surrounding slopes create the optical illusion of a hill. The hill road is actually a downhill road. Objects and cars on the hill road may appear to roll uphill in defiance of gravity when they are, in fact, rolling downhill

4. 4

   Alchi Monastery

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Next, continue your drive to the Alchi Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ancient murals and sculptures. Admire the unique blend of Indian and Tibetan architectural styles and soak in the spiritual atmosphere of the monastery

5. 5

   Likir Monastery

   30 min

   Post Alchi visit to Likir Gonpa

6. 6

   Shanti Stupa

   1 hour

   After exploring the various attractions of Leh, you can spend the evening at the Shanti Stupa, which offers stunning panoramic views of the town and the surrounding mountains. It is a peaceful and serene place to watch the sunset and meditate.

Day 3 LEH TO NUBRA

1. 1

   Khardung La

   15 min

   Famously known as the gateway to the Nubra and Shyok Valleys in the Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is the highest motorable pass in the world. It is filled with tourists crossing over from Leh and stopping long enough to click some photographs. Adventure bikers from all parts of our country and across the world visit this mountain pass on their motorcycles for an adventure-soaked experience. Khardung La Pass is positioned on the Ladakh range, which is 40 km from Leh, at an altitude of 18,379 ft (5602 m).

2. 2

   Hunder

   2 hours

   Enjoy the spectacular view of Shayok valley and don’t miss on Desert Safari ride of famous Himalayan Doubled-hump Camel in Hunder.

3. 3

   Diskit Gompa

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Diskit Monastery also known as Deskit Gompa or Diskit Gompa is the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in Diskit, in the Nubra Valley in the Leh district of Ladakh, India. It belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism

4. 4

   Hunder Sand Dunes

   2 hours

   After visiting the monastery, head to the Hunder Sand Dunes, where you can witness the unique sight of the famous Himalayan double-humped camels. Take a Desert Safari ride and enjoy the spectacular view of the Shayok Valley.

Day 4 TURTUK DAY TOUR

1. 1

   Turtuk

   5 hours

   A gateway to the Siachen Glacier, the Turtuk Village in Ladakh is situated in a location that is strategically important as it lies in close proximity to the Line of Control. Additionally, the village is tucked between the majestic Himalayas and the Karakoram Mountains ranges, which is why it offers pristine views of the magnificent marvels of nature.

2. 2

   Balti Heritage House and Museum

   30 min Admission ticket not included

   Visit to the Balti Museum

Day 5 NUBRA TO PANGONG

1. 1

   Pangong Tso

   24 hours

   In Ladakh, you never know what surprise nature has in store for you. Pangong Lake, situated at a height of almost 4,350m, is the world’s highest saltwater lake. Its water, which seems to be dyed in blue, stand in stark contrast to the arid mountains surrounding it. Extending to almost 160km, one-third of the Pangong Lake lies in India and the other two-thirds in China.

Day 6 PANGONG TO LEH + HERITAGE LADAKHI DINNER EXPERIENCE IN STOK

1. 1

   Changla Pass

   24 hours

   Get up early to not to miss the mesmerising sunrise view at Pangong lake. After enjoying your breakfast on the shores of Pangong lake, proceed back towards Leh passing through the Changla Pass.

2. 2

   Thiksey Monastery

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Located to the North of the Indus River on a hilltop, less than 20km from Leh town, Thiksey Monastery built in 1430 AD belongs to the Gelukpa Order

3. 3

   30 min

   Shey monastery and palace is located 15 kilometers from Leh town on the Leh - Manali road. Shey palace and the monastery were built in the 16th Century AD. The monastery enshrines the Du-Khang with an almost 10 meter high copper statue of Lord Buddha.
   The Shey palace was built by King Deledan Nagmyal and Shey Palace boasts of the largest victory stupa in Leh, the top of which is made of pure gold. The Shey Palace was the abode of the royal family till 1834 AD when they moved to the Stok palace. The Shey Palace has been taken over by ASI for conservation.

4. 4

   Gyapthago Heritage Home and Guest House

   2 hours Admission ticket included

   Evening, visit the Gyab Thago heritage home for a traditional Ladakhi culinary experience. The Gyap Thago is a heritage home that is more than 200 years old, located in Stok Hamlet, which is almost 20 km away from Leh. This magnificent house is a legacy of Ladakh's great ancestors, and it still stands today. During the heritage dinner, you will have the opportunity to tour the ancient home before enjoying a pure vegetarian Ladakhi dinner, starting with the traditional alcoholic brew called "Chang."

Day 7 DEPARTURE

1. 1

   2 hours

   Post Breakfast departure for Leh airport