Highlights of Ladakh 6N/7D
Leh/Kargil/Drass/Sham/Khardong la/Pangong lake
OVERVIEW | ITINERARY | HOTEL INFO | INCLUSION & EXCLUSIONS | COST | CANCELLATION | NOTES | TERMS & CONDITIONS
OVERVIEW
“Highlights of Ladakh Package“ is to explore two districts of Ladakh ( Leh & Kargil). Kargil, also known for war zone between India & Pakistan in May- July 1999. En-route to Kargil you will see some of the beautiful villages of Sham region & monasteries along with the Indus River flowing on your left side. After exploring three days to the West of Ladakh, next you will explore bit of North and East of Ladakh with High Mountain Terrain like Khardong La and the mesmerising Pangong Lake.
ITINERARY
DAY WISE ITINERARY
Arrive at Leh airport, meet our representative and drive to your reserved accommodation. Check In to the hotel and get proper rest to acclimatize. Later, in the evening visit Leh Market, Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa. (O/N Leh)
Early morning after breakfast drive to Kargil via Batalik. En-route you will visit some of the Brokpa villages like: Dha,Beema, Hanu,Garkhon,which is considered as the last of the Indo-Aryan race. Not only their attire is highly decorated with jewellery and flowers,there features are also quite distinct.
Batalik has been a focal point during Kargil War because of its strategic location between Kargil,Leh and Baltistan. (O/N – Kargil)
Kargil : It is one of the two districts of U.T. Ladakh and the headquarter of the district. Operation Vijay was fought in this district in the year 1999.
It is bounded by Union territory of J&K in the west, Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan in the north, Ladakh’s Leh district in the east and the state of Himachal Pradesh in the south.
Majority of the population is of Muslim community followed by Buddhist.
After breakfast you will drive to Drass and visit the village and nearby places.
Drass : It is a valley located in the Kargil district, lies on National Highway (NH1) between Zoji La and Kargil town. It is about 64kms from Kargil.
Drass is the coldest inhabited place in India and the second coldest inhabited place in the world after Siberia. On the way you will see Drass War Memorial Hall.
After visiting Drass you will drive back to Kargil and will have lunch and post Lunch ,drive to Hundarman and visit the village and other tourist destinations.
Hundarman: Located in a rugged valley between mountains over the Line of Control (LoC)10 kms from Kargil, . It was under Pakistan’s control until 1971. (O/N – Kargil)
After your breakfast you will drive back towards Leh enroute you will visit Mulbekh ,Lamayuru & Alchi.
Mulbekh village : Located 45 kms from Kargil in Shargole Block.
A statue of“Chamba“, future Buddha, is situated 4-5 kms from Mulbekh village in the Chamba mohalla. It is one of the tourist attraction in the village. After visiting the village you have to cross two passes namely Namki la and Fotu la.
Lamayuru : It is a small village situated east of Leh, home of one of the oldest and largest monasteries in Ladakh. This village is famous for the Monastery and the Moon like Landscape. Legends believe that this place was once a lake that dried up. Its history dates back to 11th century, when a scholar named Mahasiddhacharya Naropa laid foundation stone of this monastery. It is believed that his prayers caused drying up a lake that fed an entire village, and because the water receded, the place started to get moonlike craters and because of that it is also called The Moonland. Alchi : It is famous for the Monastery,which is believed to be one of the oldest and famous monasteries of Ladakh built date back around 958-1055 C.E.The monastery complex was built by the great translator Rinchen Zangpo. On walls you will see some of the oldest surviving paintings in Ladakh. Some of the work were done by Kashmiri artist as well during that time.(O/N – Leh)
After early breakfast you will drive towards Pangong Lake ,en route Changla Pass(17688ft.), which is a high mountain pass.
Pangong Lake: Pangong Tso or Pangong Lake is situated East of Ladakh and West Tibet at an elevation of 4225m. It is about 134kms long. During peak/mid winter the lake freezes completely. The lake acts s an important breeding ground for a variety of birds including a number of migratory birds. The region around the lake supports a number of species of wildlife including the Kiang (Wild ass/horse) and the marmot.(O/N Leh)
After breakfast you will drive to Khardong la Pass, make sure you have put warm clothes and bring plenty of water along with you.
Khardong la(5359m): It is a mountain pass on the Ladakh range, north of Leh. The road is one of the highest motorable roads. It also forms the gateway to the Nubra valley and Shayok valleys. It has an enormous strategic importance ,as it is used to transport supplies to the Siachen Glacier. There are spectacular views that greet you along the way, that of Leh city and the surrounding mountain ranges.
(O/N- Leh)
Taxi will drop you to Airport according to your flight timing.
HOTEL INFO
INCLUSION
- Accommodation on Double/ Twin sharing basis in above mentioned hotels.
- Meal Plan MAPAI (Breakfast and Dinner).
- To & Fro Airport Transfers.
- Transportation by Innova Crysta with heater facility (point to point) in Premium and Luxury properties.
- Transportation by Innova/Xylo with heater facility (point to point) in Super Deluxe & Deluxe properties.
- Transportation by Tempo Traveler with heater facility for 6, 8 & 10 pax as per itinerary (point to point)
- Innerline permit, Ladakh Entry & national park fees
- Oxygen & oximeter in each vehicle for K. Top and Pangong Lake.
- 5% GST & any other applicable taxes.
EXCLUSIONS
- Any Airfare
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered.
- Monument & Museum entry Charges.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices include”.
- Tips, Laundry, Phone Calls etc.
- Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary / stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks or any factors beyond control.
- Cost cannot be clubbed with any other package.
COST
Hotel Type
| Tour Name | Cost with Innova | Cost with Tempo Traveler | Extra Bed | Without Bed | ||||
2 Pax | 4 pax | 6 Pax | 6 pax | 8 pax | 10 pax | ||||
Premium | Highlights of Ladakh | 83727 | 67630 | 62265 | 62809 | 59990 | 58299 | 39809 | 31385 |
Luxury | Highlights of Ladakh | 59432 | 43335 | 37970 | 38514 | 35695 | 34004 | 20210 | 14910 |
Super Deluxe | Highlights of Ladakh | 52893 | 38232 | 33344 | 34845 | 32026 | 30335 | 20912 | 14056 |
Deluxe | Highlights of Ladakh | 52003 | 37341 | 32454 | 33955 | 31136 | 29445 | 18296 | 13089 |
Supplementary Other Charges net
- Cultural Program Rs.11,000 per program.
- Professional Tourist Guide Rs. 2200/- Per Day.
- 1 Liter Package Water Bottle: INR 30 per Bottle.
EASY CANCELLATION
NOTES
Dos and Don’ts
- On arrival please rest for 24 hrs, as you are traveling to high Altitude from Low, due to low oxygen.
- Have plenty of drinking water or any kind of liquid (except alcohol)
- Please cooperate with the localities, potters, guide, cook and driver as they are more helpful during the trek.
- Transits between two destinations depend upon weather and road conditions.
- Ladakh is a polythene-free region; make sure not to use any polythene when not necessary.
- Do not contaminate the area by not disposing the waste properly.
- Leave your denims behind – these are ill suited for treks. Snacks, colas, alcohol and personal food – No need to overburden yourself with food
- Don’t get any equipment. We would carry Alpine tents and other equipment required for such treks.
- Medicines of all kinds are usually available in local pharmacies with no prescription necessary. Check expiration dates.
Things you must carry:
- Clothing (Heavy Warm Feather Jacket, Warm philes jacket, woolen and windproof gloves, Warm hat, woolen Socks, Warm Windproof Trouser, Sweaters etc.)
- Trekking shoes (Water proof).
- Sun glass with UV Protection
- Torch with extra batteries.
- Sun Screen lotion and cold cream.
- Sleeping bag for – 25.
- Light towel (should be thin, quick drying kind).
- Chapstick or lip balm
- Water bottles. The insulated water bottles are good but even normal water bottles will suffice.
- Camera, memory-cards, batteries etc. (carry enough spare batteries. Electricity is not available on the slopes)
- Personal toiletries/windcheater/Tissue rolls.
- If available then a Pair of walking sticks.
- An identification card (like Passport, driving license, voters ID card etc.), along with a photocopy.
Medicines:
- Avomine-Vomiting
- D cold-Illness/combiflam-Body ache
- Vicks balm
- Diamox (250mg) – for high altitude/high pressure.
- Saridon – Headache.
- Personal Medicines.
- Glucon D/ Electral powder and camphor.
- Also consult your local doctor for any other medicines.
Avoid Acute Mountain Sickness
Acute mountain sickness can occur to anyone at an altitude above 10,000 feet from the sea level. The most common symptoms of the acute mountain sickness are headache disturbed sleep, loss of appetite, nausea, coughing, irregular breathing, breathlessness, lassitude and lack of concentration, Since Leh town is situated at an attitude of 11,500ft. above sea level, it is advisable to take the following precaution, so as to acclimatise your body properly.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- 50% Advance to confirm the reservation.
- Balance amount to be deposited 20 Days before tour departure.
- Full Confirmation of Hotels will be provided on full payment.
- 25% cancellation charges if cancelled within 20 days prior to the departure of the tour.
- 50% cancellation charges if cancelled within 10 days prior to the departure of the tour.
- No refund for tour starting less than 10 days of tour or after starting or middle of the tour.
- Vehicles provided as per tour plan above (Point to Point Basis)
- Transits between two destinations depend upon weather and road conditions.
- No refund on any unused transportation / any services in any circumstances.