Welcome to India, or as we say ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ (The guest is an incarnation of God). Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you!!

Late afternoon arrival. Meeting and assistance upon arrival as our representatives welcome you and escort you to your car.

Whilst the room keys and check in is organized, our representative would introduce the tour to you and hand over the documents to you.

Overnight at Novotel – Aerocity, New Delhi (No Meals)

Morning transfer to the airport to board the flight to Leh.

Meeting and assistance upon arrival at the Leh airport and transfer to your Grand Dragon hotel.

(Though check in time is 2pm, every effort would be made to ensure an as early as possible check in – subject to availability)

Complete day is at rest to get used to the height.

Afternoon, enjoy your hot lunch in the hotel.

Overnight at Hotel Grand Dragon (B, L & D)

This morning, we will get ready for the day tour to the famous monasteries located here.

We will leave our hotel after an early breakfast.

We will enjoy the praying ceremony at Thiksey monastery. This beautiful monastery offers spectacular views of the eastern Indus Valley. It is home to a two-storey statue of the Maitreya Buddha sitting on a lotus flower. 

We will also visit the Shey Palace built in 17th century. The palace has a three storey copper statue of Buddha Shakyamuni. Overlooking the Shey palace are the remains of the fort built by the first king of Ladakh.

Following our visit to Shey Palace, we will also visit Sindhu Ghat. A River bank near Shey Monastery located 10 Km upstream the Indus river, it originates from the Mansarovar Lake and Mount Kailash in Tibet. The scenic landscape of this attraction near Leh seems surreal. 

We will return for our hot lunch in the hotel.

Late in the afternoon, we will also visit the King’s Palace also known as 'Lhachen Palkhar,' is a 17th-century former royal palace and one of the central attractions in Leh. 

Then, we gently stroll out to visit Leh’s wide street bazaar that runs east-west. Together with the labyrinth of adjoining side streets and alleys, the bazaar is the center of business and shopping --particularly for visitors who find the plethora of antiques (and not-antiques) shops worth checking out. 

Evening we drive back to our hotel in Leh

Overnight at Hotel Grand Dragon (B, L & D)

We will start our day and drive towards Sham Valley. This is one place that always comes highly recommended for local sightseeing around Leh. Also known as ‘Apricot valley’, it is home to some of the remotest villages in Ladakh.

On the way, we will first visit Phayang Gompa : Also known in Ladakhi as the Gouon gompa, meaning "blue peak", for it is beautifully situated on a hilltop above the small village of Chhiwang, about 22 km west of Leh.

Then, we will visit Likir. We make a brief stop at the Likir Monastery that houses many gigantic clay statue of Buddha in various forms. 

Afternoon easy and gradual trek to Ridzong gompa which is known as the only Nunnery monastery in the region. Rizong  Gompa, also known as Rhizong monastery belongs to Gelugpa or Yellow Hat sect of  Buddhism is situated on the hilltop of a rocky valley to the north of River Indus.

Overnight at Ule Ethnic Resorts (B, L & D)

Leaving after breakfast, a 01 hour drive will take you to the Lamayuru monastery where you will enjoy the landscape around, as well as meet the inhabitants of the monastery.

Later, we will proceed for a short trek to Wanla gompa. Today's trek winds through more quaint Ladakhi villages.

Overnight at Grand Moon Land (B, L & D)

Today, we will travel to Dah Hanu.

Dah and Hanu are two villages that are home of the Brokpa community. The community here is believed to be Indo-Aryan, who came to the Indus Valley centuries ago. They follow Buddhism and worships animism.

Dah Hanu is popularly called the last Aryan village in India. The community here continues to follow ancient  traditions and marry within their own community, as they believe that Aryans can marry only Aryans. Due to the low number of women in the tribe, some of them still practice polyandry. It would be interesting to be acquainted with a living heritage.

Dinner and overnight at Hotel at Uletokpo.

Overnight at Ule Ethnic Resorts (B, L & D)

Today, following breakfast, we will drive back to Leh.

Afternoon sightseeing of Shanker Gompa and Shanti Stupa to enjoy the sunset later in the evening.

Overnight at Hotel Grand Dragon (B, L & D)

Today, we travel north to Leh over the highest motorable road and the Khardungla Pass (5570m), to the Nubra Valley which is little visited, as it is inaccessible for all but a couple of months in the year, its high passes closed by the winter snows. The journey brings us excellent view of great Karakoram Range. 

In the ancient times the fertile Nubra Valley formed a part of the overland route between Tibet and Turkestan. Once dotted with garlands of camel and yak caravans, this Silk Route glen is also known as the ‘Valley of Flowers’ of Ladakh, and is amongst the greenest valleys in the region. 

On our way we visit the Diskit Village which is amongst the larger villages in the region, and home to the 350 year-old Diskit Gompa – the oldest, and the largest monastery in the NubraValley.

We will spend some time exploring the village. Hunder is a quaint and beautiful village, maze-like in its formation, winding paths bathed in dappled sunlight, branches forming tunnels. The Ladakhi people are creative in the way they devise for water to enter homes and fields in turn, with tenderly cared for gardens and fruit orchards. 

We will also explore the Nubra Valley and the quaint villages that dot the landscape. Sumur is one such village where we interact with the people and also visit the citadel of their faith.

The main attractions in this area are the Double Humped Camels. This is the ancient Silk route and these animals were abandoned by the traders. We will also enjoy a camel ride over the Sand Dunes. Truly a soul moving experience where you enjoy closeness with nature.

Overnight at Stone Hedge (B, L & D)

This morning, we will visit  Turtuk.

Turtuk is the last village before the Pakistan border starts. The last remaining stretch of land where an ancient culture can be witnessed. Besides, you have a village full of beautiful landscapes, interesting history and smiling people!

In the evening, we will drive back to Nubra.

Overnight at Stone Hedge (B, L & D)

This morning, following breakfast, we will leave from Nubra to Shayok valley situated along the Shayok River. It is a "Yarkandi" (Central Asian) name probably christened by the Central Asian traders who ventured on this treacherous route for centuries. 

Later, we will drive to Pangong Lake through Changla pass (5486 Mtrs).While climbing Changla pass, enjoy the beautiful views of the villages located alongside the mountain road. The scenery is unforgettable.

In the evening, we will enjoy the sunset on the lake side.

Overnight at Misty Cabins (2 Double rooms adjacent to each other) (B, L & D)

After breakfast, we will leave for Tsomoriri via Chumathang and Sumdhu village.

We finally reach Tsomoriri which is considered to be the highest farm village in the world.

The highlight of this region is TSO Moriri which is one of the most beautiful, calm and sacred (for ladakhis) high altitude lakes in India. In fact, it is the largest high altitude lake in India that is entirely in Indian Territory. This beautiful blue lake is about 7 KM wide at its widest point and about 19 KM long. 

Overnight at Lake View Hotel (B, L & D)

Following our breakfast, we will visit Karzok which is the only Village near Tso Moriri. Here you can meet with tribes. Here they stay with their yaks, pashmina goats, sheep and horses. There is a small monastery in the village too.

Later in the afternoon, you can visit around the lake to enjoy the beauty, and see the wild birds on the lake side.

Overnight at Lake View Hotel (B, L & D)

After breakfast, we will leave for Puga Valley.

Puga Valley is situated in the Changthang Valley in the south-eastern part of Ladakh. It is a region of great significance known for its natural beauty. Puga is also visited for its hot water sulphur spring.

Then, we will continue our drive towards Tsokar which is famous for its wild ass moving in large numbers. If time permits, we can also visit the Thugje gompa on the opposite side of the road.

We will continue to drive to Leh.

Overnight at Lake View Hotel (B, L & D)

Morning, enjoy Horzey trek and hot lunch will be served in a local restaurant.

Afternoon, we will visit the Ladakh Kitchen house. The kitchen is the most important part of the house, very well decorated and maintained by the women.

The utensils used are mostly made of metal, clay or powdered stones. The shapes of the vessels are typical hybrid of oriental forms & local craftsmanship known as ‘gara’.

The evening is at leisure for your independent activities.

Overnight at Hotel Grand Dragon (B, L & D)