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Experience the Land of Buddha

Ladakh lies in the far north of India although culturally and geographically it is closer to Tibet; it is one of the last remaining enclaves of Tibetan Buddhism. Shrouded in a mist of myth and mystery, this land of monks and monasteries rises gracefully from the upper half of the Indus basin.

Sandwiched between the vast ranges of the Karakoram and the Himalaya in the far north of India, Ladakh is the highest, most remote and least populated region in the whole country. The name is derived from Ladags, which means ‘the land of high passes’. Its corrugated, arid landscape is often described as a mountain desert which does not do justice to the inherent beauty of its chaotic ridges, twisted and exposed geological strata, snow-shrouded peaks, dark gorges and wide valleys.

Delhi - Leh - Delhi
Total no of days : 08
Best season : April - October
Grade : Gentle

Day 1: Delhi

Arrive at Delhi’s international airport a representative will be waiting for you outside the exit gate of arrival terminal, holding a placard. Met upon arrival and transfer to your hotel for overnight stay, where accommodation will be protected for you from previous night. Afternoon half day city tour of Old Delhi, visiting Red Fort, Jama Masjid drive pass old Delhi Bazaars. Evening free to rest and relax. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Delhi - Leh by air ( ht. 3445m)

You are met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. While the town has come a long way from the days when polo was played on its main street, Leh still retains a pleasant traditional quality. Rest of the day to rest and for high altitude acclimatization. In the evening stroll through the main street of the town is more than enough exercise to begin with. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Leh – Shankar, Spituk & Phyang

Half day sightseeing of Leh, which includes visit of Shankar Monastery-a relativity modern monastery, it is closely associated with the Spituk monastery and serves as the residence of the head priest Kushak bakula. A number of gold icons are to found here. 8km from Leh, Spituk monastery stands prominently on the top of a hillock commanding panoramic view of the Indus Valley for miles. Many icons of Buddha and fine thanksa are to be found in this 15th century gompa. The gompa also houses collection of ancient masks, antique arms, and an awe-inspiring image of Mahakli. Also visit Phyang Monastery which is 17kms from Leh-Kargil road, built by Tashi Namgyal in the later half of the 16th century AD it belongs to the RED CAP SECT of Buddhist. Hundreds of icons of Buddha and other Gods are kept on wooden shelves. Return back to your hotel for overnight.

Day 4: Leh – Shey, Hemis & Thiksey

After early breakfast full day sightseeing to the massive Tibetan Buddhist Gompas (monasteries of Hemis, Shey and Thiksey a few kilometers up the Indus is Shey, the most ancient capital, with its palaces and temples, their vibrantly coloured mirals cleaned and resorted in the mid 1980’s. Hemis was founded under the direct patronage of members of the ruling Namgyal Dyansty. In the evening return back to your accommodation. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 5: Leh - Alchi - Uletopko

Drive to Alchi to visit the Alchi monastery situated on the banks of the river Indus, which is one of the most important cultural sites in Ladakh. Built in the 11th century, it is a treasure of the early Buddhist art in the Kashmiri tradition, a style quite different from the Tibetan art. Afterwards drive to Uletopko. Evening free to rest and relax. Overnight at camp

Day 6: Uletopko - Lamayuru - Leh

After breakfast drive to Lamayuru to visit the most pictureques monastry in Ladakh. After lunch drive back to Leh. Evening free to rest and relax. Overnight in hotel.

Day 7: Leh

Excursion to Khardungla Pass (5260 mt), the highest motorable pass in the world.

Day 8 : Leh - Delhi by air

In time transfer to the airport to board your flight for Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon half day city tour of New Delhi visiting India Gate, drive pass government buildings and Qutab Minar. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Leave Delhi

In time transfer to airport to connect flight back home.

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Cost:

Hotels envisaged in the cost:

The given cost includes:

• Hotel accommodation in Delhi on twin sharing room plus breakfast basis and at rest of the places on twin sharing full board basis.
• Air-conditioned car for arrival/ departure transfers and sightseeing in Delhi.
• Non air-conditioned jeep for overland safaris, sightseeing and excursion in Leh.
• English speaking local guide during the sightseeing in Delhi and local Buddhist English speaking guide in Leh.
• Monument and monastery entrances during sightseeing.
• Hot lunch at Lamayuru.
• Assistance on arrival and departure.
• All applicable taxes including 4.89% service tax.

The given cost does not include:

• Any air fare and airport tax.
• Any kind of personal, medical and evacuation insurance.
• Expenses of personal nature like table drinks, phone calls, tips, laundry etc.
• Personal clothing and sleeping bags.

Note :

• Accommodation will be provided in mentioned hotels or of same category.
• Air fare is subject to change.