Ladakh 6N7D via Turtuk Chushul Tsomoriri
Overview
Benefits
- Hotel Stay
- Meals
- Transports
- Sightseeing
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Leh
Welcome at the Leh airport from where you'll be transferred to hotel in your private vehicle. Check-in at the hotel. Acclimatizing to the altitude is very important journey before doing any activity so we take rest and venture out to the city market in evening for a casual stroll (No transport will be Provided for Market). Overnight stay at the Hotel. Tip: At a height of more than 11,000 ft high, there will be a drop in oxygen level that will lead to acute mountain sickness. You should rest and stay hydrated in order to acclimatize yourself.
Mandatory rest of atleast 5 hours.
If time permits then,
In the evening visit the Shanti Stupa. The sunset is the perfect backdrop you can wish for. Head back to the hotel by late evening and overnight stay at the hotel
Early morning proceed to Nubra Valley via the World Highest Motorable road (5602 Mts) Khardungla pass. Arrive Nubra and proceed for a visit to the White Sand Dunes at Hunder. You can enjoy the camel ride (On Own). Later if time permits visit Hunder and Diskit monasteries and check in at Deluxe Camp/ Cottage. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the camp. Tip: Dont forget to enjoy hot Maggi at the highest Maggi point of the world in Khardung La.
Must do - Pizza and Momos at Rinchen Cafe/ Khardungla cafe
Activities - Camel ride at Nubra valley, ATV ride
Day 3 :
Turtuk Day trip
Post breakfast & drive to Turtuk. Reach the picturesque border village of Turtuk which technically falls in Baltistan-the Balti region of Pakistan & was annexed by India during the 1971’ war. Spend the rest of the day walking around and interacting with the locals- the whole feel is like being in Pakistan but rest assured the localsare very friendly & patriotic towards India. Photo ops: the dunes & Bactrian Camels at Hunder; the entire drive from Hunder to Turtuk - the wide Nubra Valley starts narrowing in & the mountain, the color of the rocks & mountains gets darker & darker, and the region more & more remote, till it finally bursts out into the verdant & full-of-life Turtuk region; Thoise Airbase–on the RHS a little while after Hunder; Turtuk & its twin village with orchards, fields & flowers, the wonderful cultural, & religious icons including mosques with tall intricately wooden minarets. The wonderfully warm & hospitable locals with their cherubic European looks- the kids are adorable; and the vistas when you go on walks in the surrounding region, Overnight stay in Nubra.
Day 4 :
Nubra to Pangong via Shayok
Post breakfast, drive to Pangong tso via Shyok village. Enroute explore the mound of earthen monastic dwellings, crowned by the Gompa. The valley is blessed with a beautiful stream flowing through it, originating from the lake, giving a greenish tincture to the otherwise dry landscape around. Apart from flora this area is rich in fauna too. You can see a lot of Himalayan Marmots around the area. However, the main attraction of this circuit is the grand Pangong Tso, which you would reach by early evening. The mesmerizing beauty and the fantastic view of Tso places it a league above anything you have seen so far. Overnight stay at Pangong.
Options 1 -
Head out for adventure on the traack most wondered by offroaders.
Spangmik to Chushul is an amazing experience in its own.
Visit Rezang La war memorial and ride/drive back to pangong cottage/camps.
Option 2-
Head out for adventure on the track most wondered by offroaders.
Spangmik to Chushul is an amazing experience in its own.
Visit Tso moriri and stay at Chumathang in a homestay.
Mahe Bridge will be on your way to Chumathang.
Pangong lake to Tso Moriri distance is around 213 kilometres. One of India's most adventurous roads is a straight route between Pangong Lake to Tso Moriri. The whole distance is 291 kilometres, with the majority of the route consisting of difficult dirt paths that are distant from everything.
For this off-the-beaten-path road, you'll need a good automobile and an experienced driver. The journey takes between 8 to 10 hours. This is the ideal path to take if you want to see both Pangong and Tso Moriri lakes. The Pangong to Tso Moriri itinerary needs to be planned well in advance.
Day 6 :
Back to Leh
If option 1 was taken in previous day then,
Wake up in the morning to the beautiful Pangong Lake view and have a delicious breakfast.
As you mark your way back to Leh, take a small stopover at the Chang-la Pass, which is one of the highest mountain passes in the world.
You can also visit the Chang-la Cafe, located just on the Changla Pass.
Visit the Changla Baba Temple on top, after which the pass got its name and is believed to be the guardian of the people visiting Chang La.
Further, visit the Druk Padma School, famed for the movie ‘3 Idiots’ as the site where the last scene was shot.
One can also visit the beautifully structured Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace en-route, if time permits.
Upon reaching Leh, rest for some time followed by dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh.
While if Option 2 was taken then,
Begin your day with breakfast and start your journey back to Leh.
Visit the Druk Padma School, famed for the movie ‘3 Idiots’ as the site where the last scene was shot.
One can also visit the beautifully structured Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace en-route, if time permits.
Upon reaching Leh, rest for some time followed by dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh.
Day 7 :
Departure for Airport
After having your breakfast in the morning, complete the check out formalities at the hotel.
Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your onwards journey.
Fly out of Leh and say goodbye to your fellow travellers and this magical land.
Cost Includes
- 1.Rental bike/car as per package
- 2. Hotels/camps/cottages as provided
- 3. Breakfast & Dinner
- 4. Leh Inner line permits
- 5. Helmets included for rental bikes only
- 6. First Aid Kit and Oxygen Cylinders
- 7. Di-mox tablets
- 8. Airport pick up and drop as per package
- 9. Walkie talkie during the tour for communication (1 in every 3 bikes)
Cost Excludes
- 1. Riding Gears at additional cost
- 2. Monument entrance fees
- 3. Lunch
- 4, GST 5%
- 5. Security deposit of INR 4,000/- per bike (refundable)
- 6. Fuel cost
- 7. Fuel-carrying vessels