Leh Ladakh tour & Expedition 14 Day India.

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Leh Ladakh tour & Expedition 14 Day India.

Leh Ladakh tour  short description: group size  4- 10),People  Arrival On Delhi, India Departure from Delhi,India Leh Ladakh tour & Expedition 14 Day India. Ladakh, situated on the northernmost tip of India, sandwiched between the Karakoram and the Himalayas. Also known as one of the most popular areas for tourists and yet also among the few less explored regions in India. It’s believed that Buddhism penetrated to Tibet from India via Leh Ladakh Himalayas. Also Presence of great influence of Buddhism seen in the capital of  Leh Ladakh.

During winter, the region sometimes becomes inaccessible due the thick layer of snow. Enjoy the brightly painted monasteries, wall tapestries, handmade crafts and the peculiar fragrance of Ladakh. For our Extended Ladakh tour, we fly from Delhi to Leh. From Leh, we make excursions to various regions and landscapes of Leh Ladakh including NubraValley, Pangong Lake,Alchi, Kargil,and Tsomoriri Lake.  Finally, we conclude the tour with a return flight from Leh to Delhi.

Trip Cost will vary depending on the Group Size duration of days and Services required please contact us via our email gurilamandatatrek@yahoo.com   with your Details to obtain a Quote. Darjeeling tours 

Available departures

  • Day 01: Delhi to Leh (3520m/11,545 ft)
  • Upon our arrival at the Leh Airport, we will be greeted by a representative from Gurla Mandata   trek  who will take us to our hotel. We check in to the hotel for a complete day of rest to become properly acclimatized wherein welcome tea and coffee will be served by the hotel.  In the evening, we will take a walking tour to the Leh Market and Shanti Stupa. Overnight in Leh.
  • Day 02: Leh to Nubra Valley (5,578 m/18,380 feet): 120 Km, 4-5 ours
  • After breakfast, we leave the   hotel at 08:30 am and drive to Nubra Valley via Khardungla (highest drivable road in the world, 18,380 ft). Arrive at Deskit by Afternoon. Rest of the day we are free to explore Deskit, Hunder Villages and camel safari in sand dunes between Deskit  and Hunder Village.  Overnight in Nubra.
  • Day 03: Nubra Valley to Leh: 120 Km, 4-5 hours
  • After breakfast, we visit Deskit Monastery and drive back to Leh by the same  route, crossing Khardungla Pass. Upon arrival at Leh, we visit Shey, Thikshey and Leh Palace. Overnight in Leh.
  • Day 04: Leh to Pangong Lake (4420 m/14500 ft) 150 Km, 4-5 ours
  • After early breakfast, we leave for Pangong Lake (14,500 ft), through Changla Pass 17,350 ft., the third highest drivableroad in the world. At noon, we arrive at Pangong, the highest salt water lake in the World, shared both by India and China.  Enjoy the beauty of the fascinating high-altitude Pangong Lake while appreciating its changing colors. Overnight at Pongong Lake(Camp).
  • Day 05: Pangong Lake to Alchi: 200 Km, 5-6 hours
  • After breakfast at camp, we leave camp and drive to Alchi and en-route visit Basgo Palace, Liker Monastery, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Magnetic Hill. Arrive at Alchi by afternoon.  Visit Alchi monastery and spend rest of the day free to explore Alchi village. Overnight in Alchi.
  • Day 06: Alchi to Kargil 160 Km, 5-6 hours
  • After breakfast, we leave for Kargil and en-route we visit Moon Landscape, Lamayuru (oldest monastery in Ladakh) and Giant Maitreya Buddha at Mulbekh. We arrive in Kargil by evening and have dinner. Overnight in Kargil.
  • Kargil: Kargil is a quiet town now, but previously Kargil once served as an Emportant trade and transit centre in the Pan-Asian trade network. Numerous caravans carrying exotic merchandise comprising silk, brocade, carpets, felts, tea, poppy, ivory, etc. transited in the town on their way to and from China, Tibet, Yarkand and Kashmir. The old bazaar displayed a variety of Central Asian and Tibetan commodities even after the cessation of the Central Asian trade in 1949 till these were exhausted about two decades back. Similarly, the ancient trade route passing through the township was lined with several caravanserais. Now, travelers of numerous nationalities have replaced traders of the past, and Kargil has regained its importance as a center of travel-related activities.
  • Day 07: Kargil to Padum: 250 Km, 7-8 hours
  • Early morning after breakfast, we drive to Padum (Zanskar). On the way, we can admire the magnificent view of Nun Kun Peak and Dran Drung Glacier and visit Rangdum Monastery. We reach Padum by evening and spend the night.
  • Day 08: Padum
  • After breakfast, we leave for sightseeing of Karsha, Stongdey and Sani then get back to Padum by evening. Overnight in Padum.
  • Day 09: Padum to Kargil: 250 Km, 7-8 hours
  • After breakfast, go back to Kargil by same route via Penzi La Passs. Overnight Hotel in Kargil.
  • Day 10: Kargil to Leh: 230 Km
  • After breakfast, leave back to Leh by same route. Reach Leh by evening. Overnight Hotel in Leh.
  • Day 11: Leh to Chumthang to Tsomoriri Lake: 240 Km, 7-8 hours
  • In the morning, we drive to Tsomoriri passing Chumathang (Hot Spring) along the Indus River then arrive at Tsomoriri at 4pm.  Afterwards, we take a walk around the lake to enjoy the scenic beauty. Overnight at Tso-Moriri Lake (Camp).
  • Day 12: Tsomoriri to Sumdo to Leh: 235 Km
  • After a leisurely breakfast, we walk around the lake and drive back to Leh passing Puga (Sulphur Mine), Tsokar Lake, Tanglang La Pass (17,585ft) and Rumtse. On the way, we visit Hemis Monastery, Shey Palace, and Thiksey Monastery. Overnight in Leh.
  • Day 13: Leh
  • Today we spend the whole day leisurely. We can stroll around the market places of Leh for some time or just rest and relax throughout the day in our hotel. If we are interested in souvenirs from Ladakh, we can buy them in Leh.  Overnight in Leh.
  • Day 14: Leh to Delhi
  • Our trip to Ladakh and Leh comes to an end today. A representative from Gurla Mandata  trek will take us to the airport for our flight to Delhi.
Trip Cost
US$ 2290  per person (minimum 4 people)
Cost   Is Included
  • Airport/Hotel transfers
  •  Accommodation in 4 star or A class hotels on twin-sharing basis with breakfast
  • Full board during camping
  • Professional and experienced English-speaking local trekking guide
  • All ground transportation as per itinerary by non-AC private vehicle
  • All necessary permits and paper work
  • What Is Not Included
  • International and domestic airfares
  • Indian visa
  • All meals except breakfast during hotel stay
  • Any charges for carrying still/video cameras, etc.
  • Alcohol, soft drinks, bottled water, beverages, etc.
  • Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
  •  Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
  • Travel insurance

Equipments

  • Equipment Checklist for trekking.
  • Equipment: According  the  season and  area.
  • Your trekking Company  will provide equipment like sleeping bags, foam mattresses and tents. All you need to bring are your personal wear like walking boots and sand shoes  a water ,and wind  proof  jacket, woolen shirts, T-shirts, a thick pullover, shorts/skirts, and trousers/track suits. Thermal underwear is necessary for high altitudes and cottons are best for lower and warmer altitudes. Also don’t forget a water bottle, Swiss army knife sewing kit, torch light with spare batteries, extra boot laces, sun glasses, sun cream, and personal medical supplies. Bring an elongated canvas bag or duffel bag to put your clothing and equipment in. There will be porters to carry the kit bag.
  • Equipment lest  for Trekking .
  • Sleeping bag,   Down jacket,T-short and half paint for day walking
  • Wind proof jacket and trouser, Sweeter, Warm Short ,Sun hat
  • Sun cream, Trekking shoes, Sport shoes for morning and evening use
  • Sandal using evening and morning , Sun glass and snow glasses ,Glove
  • Walking stick (If needed) , Day pack ,Water bottle ,Some medicine
  • Umbrella or Rain coat