Highlights:
“Exciting moments in and around Leh visiting impressive historical sites
An enjoyable scenic drive around rural areas of Ladakh farm villages
Tour of majestic monasteries and magnificent palaces and old fortress
Grand views of high Himalayan range crossing high Khardung-La pass
A memorable tour around Little Tibet, Ladakh the land of high passes”
Overview
Overviews:
The best of Ladakh Tour, an exciting and enjoyable experience around its beautiful historical, cultural, and scenic sites. Ladakh, located Far northwest Himalayas within the Union Territory of India. One of the most picturesque countries in the harmony of immense culture interwoven to Buddhism religion and age-old heritage.
The best of Ladakh Tour begins from the lovely Leh, the capital town of Ladakh where most heritage sites are located. The tour extends far and wide beyond Ladakh an opportunity to witness local rural farm life and culture.
Ladakh, the name relates as the land of high passes and is famously known for its impressive culture and beauty of its beautiful landscapes. Ladakh also called as Khapa-Chan, means the land of snow land, as well known as “Little Tibet”.
Due to strong Tibetan influence and similar culture predominately a Buddhist states of northwest India. The best of Ladakh Tour allows visitors with time to get acclimatized well before heading beyond towards higher exciting places.
Tour around Leh takes you to Shanti Stupa where one catches views of Leh and the valley. Includes visit of old fort Shey palace and further towards Thikesy and Hemis the largest monasteries and of great importance.
After visiting cultural, historical sites tour leads towards scenic sides, a drive to one of the world’s highest motorable roads. The pass at 5,359 m / 17, 582 feet, situated north of Leh, gateway to Shyok and Nubra valleys.
At Nubra valley enjoy the ride on Bactrian, double-humped camels found only in the Gobi Desert of China and Mongolia. Tour around Hundar village and visit Diskit monastery on a hilltop, witness the tall statue of Matriya, future Buddha.
Tour includes a visit to famous and large emerald-colored Pangong Lake which is about 134 km long. After a grand tour beyond Leh, head back to the capital for the last overnight in Ladakh, concluding our marvelous Best of Ladakh Tour.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival at Leh / Ladakh 3, 500 m Kushok Bakula Rimpoche
airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: A day in Leh for acclimatization and tour of Leh former
palace, Shanti Stupa overnight in View Point Hotel.
Day 03: At Leh tour of Shey, Thiksey, and Hemis Monastery.
Day 04: Drive and tour of Likir, Alchi Gompa and Lamayuru 3,366 m – 05 hrs.
Day 05: Drive to Hunder village, Nubra Valley 4,010 m via Khardung-La pass
5,216 m-05 hrs.
Day 06: Morning ride on camel, and drive to Pangbong Lake 4, 350 m -04 hrs.
Day 07: Drive back to Leh (222. Km) – 05 ½ hrs.
Day 08: Depart from Leh flight to Delhi to catch international flight.
Best seasons for Ladakh Tour:
The best time for this wonderful Best of Ladakh Tour is from the late spring to autumn seasons, late spring April and May, and autumn/fall begins from September to October months.
April & May are fine clear days most of the time, with longer sun-light hours but can get overcast in the late afternoon with chances of snow sometimes. Autumn / Falls another best time for the climb and tour of Ladakh with a fine clear day. But days are short with sunlight hours can be freezing cold, especially in the morning, and night times will be clear with bright starry nights. Chances of snowfall around higher areas.
For interested people can visit Ladakh for a tour and trekking during summer times of June to August also. As Ladakh falls within rain shadow area, where monsoon dark rain clouds blocked by the great Himalayas. That is why Ladakh most areas are dry with fewer rains.
Religion and Culture:
Ladakh and the North West Himalaya are populated by Ladakhi people descendants of a mixed tribal race of Mons of North India, and Dards of Baltistan with Mongols of Central Asia. History shows the Mons were the first immigrants, followed by Dards who founded different settlements in the Indus valley. Follows strong Buddhism religion and culture similar to Tibetan culture of ancient Buddhism heritage with many monasteries of great religious significance.