Ladakh Kashmir Tour Packages | Kashmir with Leh Ladakh – Tour Package

11 Days 10 Nights Ladakh Kashmir Jeep Safari  +Pongong Lake and Nubra Valley

Ladakh :The Desert in the Mountains,  the land of several passes “ The Moonland”. Geographically on the Tibetan Plateau, located between two highest mountain ranges in the world, the Himalayas and Karakoram.It’s Tibetan culture which are cut off from the rest of the world for centuries has flourished and left very much untouched.  It’s ancient monasteries carved high into the hillsides and it’s unspoilt villages have remained unchanged over the centuries.  It’s unique sceneries, lush green river valleys, deep blue skies and colorful lifestyle of the people who live in harmony with it’s barren land. The average altitude varies from about 9000 ft in Kargil to about 12000 ft in Leh, above sea level. People by a race related to Tibetan stock in culture, religion. language and features, it is also called “Little Tibet”.

LADAKH has become one of the most popular summer destinations for foreign tourists to India. It remains monsoon- free due to the great barrier of the Himalayas. The best way to enjoy Ladakh is to start a trip from Srinagar via Sonamarg and Zojila pass. Best season between mid May to mid October.

Kashmir is actually divided into three landmasses: the foothill plains of Jammu, the Kashmir Valley and the mountains of Ladakh. The people here are basically a quiet race and among the most beautiful people of India. Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir is located in the heart of Kashmir Valley an attitude of 1,730 Mts above sea level, spread on the both sides of river Jhelum, The Dal Lake is enhance its picturesque setting, where you can boat in cushioned and canopies Shikaras across the Dal and Nagin Lake, while the changing play of the seasons and the salubrious climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to various around the year

 Day 01: Arriving in  Delhi.

Arrive Delhi meet and assist at International airport by our representative and after immigration, transfer to Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi/Srinagar ( Kashmir)  Domestic flight

After breakfast , transfer to Delhi Domestic airport for  flight to Srinagar ,situated at height 5200 ft above sea level. The Summer capital of Kashmir, which is located on the foot of Himalayan Mountains where tourists enjoy living in Houseboats which are anchored on Dal lake. A Kashmiri warm welcome greets you on arrival from the airport to the jetty by car and after which you are transferred to Houseboat by Shikara (Gondolas). After welcome drink and  freshen up and  enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Lake Dal and its floating market  activities, lunch at houseboat Cruise on Dal lake by Shikara visiting the Floating gardens, and Lotus gardens (summers) and cruise will go through back water canals of the lake. Dinner & night at  Bostan Luxury Premium houseboat. (4*)

Day 03: Srinagar Sightseeing 

After breakfast enjoy an excursion  to Srinagar city Jamia Masjid ,Shah-I-Hamadan and enjoy heritage walk through Old Srinagar and visit Historical sights of Srinagar follow by trip to Mughal gardens of  Nishat (Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar (Garden of Love) built by famous Mughal Emperors, also visit silk carpet weaving centre and other craft centers Look for pure Pashmina while in Kashmir. Dinner and stay at a houseboat.

Day 04: Srinagar – Sonamarg( 2980 Meter ) 

After breakfast, drive to Sonamarg with a pack lunch 86 Kms Meadow of Gold, goes along the Sindh river approx. 2 hours and half hours  ,Enroute stop at Kangan town to witness the mountain people Were doing their trade. have some wonderful pictures of the bazaar. on reaching Sonamarg you will feel like you are in the Swiss Alps. The meadows of Sonamarg have a spectacular beauty from the strewn with the loveliest of Alpine flowers, lots of fir and pine and silver birch ,optional pony trek to Thajwas Glacier or by foot. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel.

 Day 05: Sonamarg – Kargil .

After breakfast explore this wonderful resort and enjoy the serene natural beauty all around later  proceed and  drive to Kargil  second biggest town of Ladakh region 120 Kms via  Zojila Pass( 3529 m ), a scenic drive all the way up to the Pass, after the crossing Zojila pass  the landscape completely changes. Drive through Drass town the second coldest habitat place in the world, drive goes all along the Drass river which joins further down into Suru River and  into Indus River, enjoy some time exploring Kargil town and here you will see the people are different and these are of  Dard Stock which are found in Baltistan region of western Himalayas. Dinner and night at Hotel .

Day 06: Kargil – Leh .

After breakfast along with picnic lunch, we leave for Leh (230 km), Enroute visit Mulbekh and Lamayuru Monasteries, Mulbekh this is a high image of Maitreya, the future Buddha about 1400 years old built on a huge rock. The image commemorate victory of Buddhism over Bonism and also to end the sacrificing of human and animal lives, on word proceed to Lamayuru, After crossing  Namikala pass (3737 m) and Fotula Pass  (4294 m),the highest point on Srinagar Leh road from the pass one can enjoy spectacular views of Karakoram mountain ranges ,arrive Lamayuru and proceed to monastery, the finest monastery in Ladakh, this about 900 years old and houses the image of Chanaric (The God of compassion and Mercy) of which Dalai lama is considered to be reincarnated. The paintings on the walls are sketches of the Gods of Buddhist mythology. After lunch, drive to Leh with a panoramic landscape like Moon land  and stop at Khaltse village. The drive goes all along the Indus River. Stop at the confluence of 2 mighty rivers of Himalayas,  Zanskar and Indus river. Continuing to drive to  Leh, Leh is a bustling little town. dominated by the ruins of the ancient castle perched above the main bazaar. People are friendly and are quick to say “Julley” (hello). With village women selling vegetables and local produce along the streets of the main bazaar ,lanes studded with stupas, and green agricultural fields above the town- Leh is a lovely place for walking and exploring. Check in hotel and Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel .

Day 7:  Leh (B/L/D) 3256 Meters

After breakfast, visit various monasteries of  Leh and visit  Thiksey monastery  is an imposing monastery and one of the finest examples of Ladakhi architecture. The Gompa is situated on the top of a hill overlooking the village and the Indus River  visits Leh palace and Leh bazaar, the Palace is worth a visit overlooking the Leh town. you can visit  Shanti Stupa built by Japanese and late afternoon visit Leh bazaar. and Tibetan market. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel .

Day 8: Leh/ Pangong Lake .

After early breakfast  depart at 5 30 am  for Pangong Lake 140 Kms one way, situated at 4267 mtrs  through Changla Pass 5490 meters above sea level enjoy the beautiful panoramic View of the villages below the pass, after  crossing the pass halt for picnic lunch at Tsoltak, the summer pastureland of the YAKS, Arrive DURBUK and from there a short drive  takes you to the western shore of the lake. Enjoy the land escape in the backdrop of the lake. A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometers at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. The first view of the lake is breathtaking because of the striking colors of its water especially towards evening  when it is deep blue. Returning to Leh Enroute visit Hemis the Ladakh biggest monastery, the Gompa contains quite a few gold statues and stupas decorated with precious stones. It has a super collection of tankas including the one which is supposed to be the largest tanka in existence and is exhibited once in every 11 years.. Return in the late afternoon to Leh. and enjoy some shopping in the bazaar for Tibetan artifacts at Tibetan Market. Overnight and dinner at the hotel.

Day 9:  Leh /Khardungla/ Nubra Valley (B/L/D) ( 5578 Meters)

Today after sufficient acclimatization, be prepared for a spectacular journey Khardungla  Pass(5578 Mts) the highest motorable pass in the World, to the valley of Nubra in the Far North by the Tibetan border. The view from the top of the pass is amazing. One can see all the way South over the Indus Valley to the seemingly peaks and ridges of Zanskar range. Nubra was once a busy stop on the Caravan route used by Ancient traders for Silk, tea and Spices. The valley is predominantly Buddhist. We will drive to Panamic, where one can view the Hot Springs known for the therapeutic properties. This was a busy center in old times, the last major settlement before the caravans plunged into the mountains of Karakoram into Central Asia. Enroute visit to the 150 yrs old SamtanglingGompa at Sumur, a large complex with 7 temples and was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in year 1962, the prayer rooms that are open to the public houses an impressive collection of Thankas and excellently restored frescoes. enjoy the Double Hump Camel Ride ( Bactrian Camel) in the High altitude desert Sand dunes, After noon return to the beautiful Deluxe camp for dinner & night stay.

Day 10: Nubra Valley /Leh .

After breakfast at camp, Visit The main village which  is Diskit which has a regular bazaar and Gompa. From Diskit the town proceeds down the Shyok to the small village of Hunder (3,048 Mts). Afternoon return back to Leh over Khardungla savoring the spectacular scenery once again. On arrival check in at the hotel later you may want to visit the Tibetan market and the Leh bazaar for last minute souvenirs. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel .

Day 11:  Leh/Delhi 

After breakfast, transfer to Leh airport for a spectacular mountain flight to Delhi,1 hour 30 minutes flight on clear day one can see some of the highest peaks of the World, which lies in the Great Himalayan Range and also Nun Kun Peaks. On arrival Delhi.Dinner and transfer to IGI airport flight to your sweet Home with all sweet memories of your Tour.