from $1,740* per person | 9 Days | Year-round |
Boutique accommodations | Exertion level: 3 | |
Operator: AGORA VOYAGES (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED | 10 people max |
This tour will begin in Delhi the city with many monuments of Mughal-era, and then there's the Himalayan land of Ladakh. Ladakh disarmingly friendly, ethno-linguistically Tibetan people are predominantly Buddhist. Their timeless monasteries are set between arid canyons and soaring peaks, while emerald-green villages nestle photogenically in highland deserts. The itinerary cover visit to Leh, Khardungla Pass, Nubra Valley & Pangong Lake. The iconic Taj Mahal, a mausoleum & symbol of love is also part of your holiday.
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India, Southeast Asia
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in.
Later city tour of Delhi, visit landmark of Old Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02; Delhi – Leh (flight)
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Leh. On arrival assistance and transfer you to Hotel. Rest time to acclimatize at the high altitude. Evening walk around Leh Town. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03; Leh
Breakfast at hotel, sightseeing in Leh. Visit Thiksey Gompa one of the largest and architecturally most impressive Gompas. Shey Palace and Gompa once the residence of the royal family. Shanti Stupa built by the Japanese government in 1995 and inaugurated by H.H.Dalai Lama of Tibet. Enjoy panoramic views of Leh and surrounding areas of Indus valley from here. Sankar Gompa a small Gelukpa Buddhist monastery at upper. Leh Palace a nine storey structure built in 17th century by Ladakhi King Senge Namgyal. At present preserved and protected by the Archeological survey of India. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04; Leh – Nubra Valley (140kms/ 4hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, head out to Nubra Valley via the world’s highest motorable pass - Khardung La. The drive between Khardung La and Nubra alongside the Shyok river is favourite one. Visit the Samstanling Gompa at Sumur and hot springs at Panamik. Head to Hunder, the sand dunes at Hunder are best enjoyed late afternoon onwards. As the sun sets, the colors change reflecting on the sand dunes and the mountains in the background – the river in the middle adds to the awe. You will see the Bactrian (double humped) camels – a reminder of the historical Silk. Take a ride on the camels. Overnight in tent/ guest house.
Day 05; Nubra Valley – Leh (5-6 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, Head back to Leh, via Khardung La. Enroute visit Diskit Gompa situated on the hill, just above the flood plains of the Shyok River. Arrive Leh and check in at hotel. Rest time to relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06; Leh – Pangong Lake (4hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pangong lake taking the road via Karu. You will pass by the beautiful green valley of Shakti as you ascend towards Chang La - the third highest motorable pass in the world. As you drive down from the pass you will reach Tangste village, en-route you will see many endemic and migratory bird species and will certainly encounter the Tibeten Marmots. The landscape as you approach Pangong Tso is breathtaking! On arrival check in at camp/ guest house. Spend time soaking in the beauty of Pangong Tso. Lunch, dinner & overnight at camp/ guest house.
Day 07; Pangong Lake – Leh (8-9hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, vosot the surrounding and village nearby. Later drive to Leh check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08; Leh – Delhi (flight) - Agra 204kms/ 4hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival at airport meet with your driver and proceed to Agra check in at hotel. Watch Mohabbat the Taj show. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09; Agra – Delhi (204kms/ 4hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj.
After sightseeing drive to Delhi drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination.
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