Leh Holiday

Leh Holiday

Leh, the main town of Ladakh region of state of Jammu Kashmir lies on the oldest trade route of western Asia known as Silk route. Ladakh region is famous for its Himalayan deserts, Lakes and beautiful monasteries dotted all over this region. Ladakh is famous for adventure tours, trekking tours and cultural tours all over the world. Best time to explore Leh is from May to August every year as the routes to attractions are open andand pleasant weather. Pickup one from our predesigned tour or plan your own tour with us which suites your budget and time to explore the Moon land, Ladakh.

Leh Ladakh Holiday offers visit to some very interesting places of Ladakh like Khardung la Pass, Nubra Valley, Tso Moriri Lake, Pangong Lake, Alchi, Hemis and other beautiful monestries. Visit Buddhist gompas in Leh, explore the gompa architecture and discover the Buddhist artifacts. Leh holiday offer Transport, All meals and Hotel Stay with best rates.

Day 1: Arrive Leh

Arrive at Leh airport, received by our representative and transfer to Hotel. Complete rest for the first half. visit Leh Palace built by King Singgee Namgyal around the beginning of 17th century A.D. This deserted nine- storied Palace is now taken under by ASI (Archaeological Survey on India) for restoration. Namgyal Tsemo built by King Tashi Namgyal after the victory over Hor (Central Asian Invaders), visit Shanti Stupa (a Japanese Pagoda built for world peace by Indian based Japanese monks and was inaugurated by His Holiness Dalai Lama in 1985). Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Day 2: Leh Local Sightseeing

After breakfast drive to Alchi Monastery (70kms) is the most famous and oldest of all Gonpas built in around 11th century by Lotsava Rinchen Zangpo (the great translator). Likir Monastery (55kms) founded in 1065 A.D by Lama Duwang Chosje belongs to Gelugpa order, on the way visit Hall of Fame (war museum), Spituk Monastery (7kms) founded by Od- Lde in 11th century A.D and was named by Lotsava Rinchen Zangpo (the great translator), Pathar Sahib (Gurudwara), Magnetic Hill and Sangam (35kms) confluence of river Indus and Zangskar. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Day 3: Leh – Nubra Valley – Overnight

After early breakfast drive to Nubra valley via Khardongla Pass (18,380ft) the world’s highest motor able road and gateway to Siachen Glacier, the views from the top of the pass are amazing. Visit Deskit Monastery (118kms) founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo in 1420 A.D. post lunch visit Hundar village (7kms from Deskit) and Double- Humped Bactrian Camel Safari in sand dunes between Hundar and Deskit villages. Dinner and overnight at Hotel/Camp in Nubra.

Day 4: Nubra Valley – Leh

After breakfast drive to Samstanling Monastery founded by Lama Tsultims Nima and belonging to Gelugpa order at Sumur village. Further away from Sumur is the Panamik village known for its natural hot springs comprises of medicinal values. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Day 5: Leh – Pangong – Overnight

After early breakfast leave for Pangong Lake (14,500ft), 4 - 5 hrs drive one way through Changla Pass (17,350ft) third highest motor able road in the world. This famous blue brackish salt water lake is 5-6 kms in width and around 134 kms in length with 75 percent of its running the other side of the Indo China Border. On the way visit Shey Palace (15kms) Shey was the summer Palace of Ladakhi Kings, where you can see three storied statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, made of copper and plated with gold. Thiksay Monastery (17kms) the 12 storied Monastery of Thiksay is the principal Monastery of Gelugpa order situated in the most prominent of positions lies on an island mountain, dinner and overnight at Camp in Pangong.

Day 6: Leh – Hemis Monastery – Sindu Ghat - Leh

After breakfast drive back to Leh via same route visiting Hemis Monastery (45kms from Leh) the largest and most famous Monastery in Ladakh, visit Sindhu Ghat before reaching Leh. Evening free to explore the local markets of Leh. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Day 7: Leh Drop

Early morning transfer to airport to catch your onward flight back home with sweet memories of Ladakh.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The fastest and most reliable route is via Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh (Airport Code: IXL - 4 km from Leh Main Market / one of the highest commercial airports in the world at 3,256 meters altitude). Daily direct non stop flights operate from New Delhi (1 hour 15 mins), Mumbai, Jammu, Chandigarh, and Srinagar. Important: All visitors flying into Leh must observe mandatory 48-hour rest in Leh town for altitude acclimatization.

By Road:

• Srinagar-Leh National Highway (NH-1 - 420 km / 2 Days): Scenic drive passing Sonamarg, Zojila Pass (3,528m), Dras, Kargil War Memorial, Lamayuru Moonland, and Sangam. Open May to November.
• Manali-Leh Highway (475 km / 2 Days): Legendary high altitude highway via Atal Tunnel, Jispa, Baralacha La (16,040 ft), Nakee La, Lachung La, Gata Loops, and Tanglang La (17,480 ft). Open June to October.
• Tourist Buses: HPTDC and HRTC operate luxury Volvo and deluxe buses between Manali and Leh, while JKSRTC operates regular buses from Srinagar TRC.

By Train:

Nearest broad gauge railheads are Jammu Tawi Railway Station (Station Code: JAT - 700 km) and Chandigarh Railway Station (750 km), connected to all Indian state capitals by Vande Bharat Express and Rajdhani Express.

Leh Ladakh offers an extraordinary landscape of high altitude lakes, historic Buddhist gompas, desert sand dunes, and mountain passes:

1. Pangong Tso High-Altitude Saltwater Lake (4,225m / 13,860 ft - Changthang)

Situated 160 km from Leh across the high Chang La Pass (17,688 ft), Pangong Tso is a breathtaking endorheic saltwater lake stretching 134 km from India into Tibet. Sitting at 4,225 meters altitude against barren mountain ridges, the lake does not support vegetation or aquatic life due to salinity, yet reflects vivid shifting shades of turquoise, cerulean, and emerald blue throughout the day.

Pangong Tso — World Famous High-Altitude Saltwater Lake Extending from Ladakh to Tibet

2. Thiksey Monastery & 49-Foot Maitreya Future Buddha (12-Story Gelug Gompa)

Perched atop a commanding hill 19 km east of Leh, Thiksey Gompa is a 12-story monastery complex belonging to the Gelug (Yellow Hat) sect, bearing a striking resemblance to Lhasa's Potala Palace. It houses ten temples, ancient thangka scrolls, sacred stupas, and a magnificent 49-foot tall statue of the Maitreya Buddha (Future Buddha) installed to commemorate the Dalai Lama's 1970 visit.

Thiksey Monastery — 12-Story Tiered Gelug Buddhist Gompa Overlooking Indus Valley

3. Shanti Stupa White-Domed Peace Pagoda on Changspa Ridge (3,609m)

Built on a steep hilltop in Changspa by Japanese Buddhist monks and local Ladakhi artisans in 1991, Shanti Stupa is a white domed Buddhist reliquary holding the sacred relics of Gautama Buddha consecrated by the 14th Dalai Lama. The vantage point offers an unobstructed 360-degree panorama of Leh town, Leh Palace, and the snow capped peaks of the Stok Kangri mountain range.

Shanti Stupa — White-Domed Buddhist Monument Overlooking Leh Town and Stok Range

4. Nubra Valley, Hunder Sand Dunes & Bactrian Camels (Valley of Flowers - 3,048m)

Located 150 km north of Leh, Nubra Valley (originally *Ldumra*, meaning Valley of Flowers) is a high altitude cold desert oasis formed by the Shyok and Nubra rivers. The white sand dunes of Hunder feature rare double-humped Bactrian camels (descendants of ancient Silk Route caravans), alongside the 106-foot statue of Jampa Buddha at Diskit Monastery.

Hunder Sand Dunes — High-Altitude Desert Sand Dunes with Double-Humped Camels

5. Khardung La Motorable Mountain Pass (17,982 ft / 5,359m - Gateway to Nubra)

Situated 40 km north of Leh, Khardung La Pass stands at an elevation of 5,359 meters (17,982 feet), serving as the historic gateway to the Shyok and Nubra valleys and the Siachen Glacier. Maintained by the Border Roads Organisation, the summit features a famous roadside milestone sign, a military tea outpost, and panoramic vistas of the Karakoram range.

Khardung La — High-Altitude Mountain Pass Connecting Leh with Nubra Valley

6. Leh Palace (17th-Century 9-Story Royal Residence of King Sengge Namgyal)

Constructed in 1600 by King Sengge Namgyal on Tsemo Hill, this nine story mud brick royal palace overlooked the royal family residence, featuring ancient royal murals, antique jewelry, ceremonial dresses, and rooftop views of Leh town.

7. Magnetic Hill & Gravity Defying Optical Phenomenon (NH-1)

Located 30 km west of Leh on the Srinagar-Leh highway, Magnetic Hill creates a famous optical illusion where parked vehicles appear to roll uphill in neutral gear due to the alignment of surrounding mountain ridges.

8. Sangam — Confluence of Indus and Zanskar Rivers (Nimmu - 2,800m)

The spectacular scenic confluence point near Nimmu where the emerald green waters of the Indus River merge with the muddy glacial torrents of the Zanskar River, renowned for river rafting.

9. Hemis Gompa & Hemis National Park (Snow Leopard Capital of the World)

The wealthiest monastery in Ladakh, famous for the annual Hemis Tsechu festival with masked Cham dances, situated next to Hemis National Park, India's largest protected national park and the premier global haven for wild snow leopards.