Ladakh Made Easy

Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we take you for a tour of Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Kali Temple and Sangam. At Sangam you can enjoy rafting on Zanskar river.

Hall of Fame is a must visit for every patriotic Indian. It has been built by Indian army in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in Kargil war. Return to Leh in the afternoon.

Gurdwara Patthar Sahib located at a distance of 40 kms from Leh, was constructed in 1571, in memory of Guru Nanak to commemorate his visit to this region.

Magnetic Hill is the place where you will see your car, with its engine turned off, move upwards on a steep slope. It almost sounds unbelievable.

The Sangam is the place called Nimu where the Zanskar river and Indus rivers merge. In the evening come back to Leh. Overnight at Hotel.

• Distance: 100 km round trip
• Key Attractions: Hall of Fame, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara, Sangam
• Optional Activity: River Rafting at Sangam

After an early breakfast, drive to beautiful Nubra Valley via Khardung La (Highest Motor-able road in the World, 18,380 ft) with the zig zag trail continues and drive till Hundar village. On arrival check in Hotel or camp. Afternoon enjoy the beauty of sand dune and double hump camel ride. Overnight at Camp or Hotel.

KHARDUNG LA PASS: The road journey to Nubra valley leads through Khardung La pass (The highest Motorable road in the world) 18,390 ft. around 39 Kms away from Leh. There are two checkpoints on the both sides of the pass. Khardong is the first village of Nubra valley at higher altitude than Deskit and other villages.

DESKIT VILLAGE: Deskit is the main village of headquarter of Nubra valley, which has a small market consisting of a row of shops and about 500 years old Gompa on the hilltop. Spectacular view of the valley can be seen from the monastery.

DESKIT GOMPA: Deskit Gompa was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD during the reign of King Dragspa. About 100 monks are residing in the Gompa, which is a branch of Thikse Monastery. The monastic festival called Gustor takes place on 20th and 21st days of the 12th month of Tibetan calendar.

HUNDAR VILLAGE: Hundar is a beautiful village to stay with lot of trees and you will really enjoy your stay at Hundar. It has a small monastery and ruined fort above the village. The walk or Camel Safari (Double Hump bactrian camels) from Hundar to Deskit, through sand dunes for two hours is wonderful (on own).

• Max Altitude: 18,380 ft (Khardung La)
• Distance: 125 km from Leh
• Highlights: Khardung La, Diskit Monastery, Camel Ride

Today, we get up early morning visit to Diskit monastery and have wonderful view of Nubra valley. Later drive to Pangong Tso via Shayok. Enjoy the turquoise color panoramic lake and the magnificent mountains and landscapes which will leave you awestruck. Overnight at Camp.

• Altitude: 14,000 ft ( Pangong Tso)
• Distance: 150 km via Shayok
• Lake Features: Turquoise water, changing colors

After a late breakfast, we stroll in and around lake and watch the mother nature soothes you. Later drive back to Leh. Overnight at Hotel.

• Drive Distance: 220 km approx
• Drive Duration: 6-7 hours
• Morning Activity: Leisure walk at Pangong