LADAKH SUMMER DEPARTURES ( Ex Bombay)

Experience a wonderful flight over the Himalaya. On arrival, you will be receive by Kailash expeditions representative and transfer to hotel. After welcome tea and coffee, rest for whole day & and let your body take complete acclimatization. Late afternoon, if health permits, drive to Shanti Stupa & stay back. Overnight Hotel.

You begin the day by visiting Sinshu Darshan about 7 km from Leh on the bank of historical Indus River and then to Shey Palace. Shey monastery and palace is located 15 kilometers from Leh town on the Leh - Manali road. Shey palace and the monastery were built in the 16th Century AD. The monastery enshrines the Du-Khang with an almost 10 meter high copper statue of Lord Buddha.
King Deledan Nagmyal built the Shey palace and Shey Palace boasts of the largest victory stupa in Leh, the top of which is made of pure gold. The Shey Palace was the abode of the royal family till 1834 AD when they moved to the Stok palace. The Shey Palace has been taken over by ASI for conservation
Thikse monastery, which is one of the most vibrant and active monasteries in the region. It dates back to the 16th century and is part of the Gelug-pa Sect. It is headed by successive reincarnations of the Khanpo Rimpoche. The monastery is 12 storied and painted in deep shades of red, ochre and white. It has evolved around a central courtyard with buildings surrounding it from three sides. At one extreme lies the main dukhang, which houses numerous racks containing religious texts. Behind the main alter lies a small chamber that contains images of revered deities.
Continue your drive on a well mettled broad road traveling upstream along the Indus River to HEMIS GOMPA, crossing over the Indus at the village of Karu. The most famous of Ladakh's monasteries, Hemis or Changchub Samstanling(The love palace of the compassionate person), dates back to the 17th century and were built over a period of 40 years (1602 - 1642 A.D.). Today Hemis is well known for its festival or Hemis Tsechu commemorating the birthday of Guru Padmasambhava. In the year of the Monkey (every 12 years) a giant thangkadepicting Guru Padmasambhava is unfurled from the terrace draping the five-storey facade. Delicately wrought in pearls and appliqué, it is one of the most famous art treasures of Ladakh. The central courtyard forms the focus for the masked dances held every year in summer. In the dukhang, remnants of the original 17th century murals can be seen. The gompa boasts of an excellent library, well preserved frescoes and murals, silver gilt chortens and a Kashmiri lacquered wooden throne. Overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, drive to beautiful NubraValley via Khardungla (Highest Motorable road in the World, 18,380 ft) with the zigzag trail continues and drive till Hundar village. On arrival check in Nature's nest North camp. Afternoon enjoy the beauty of sand dune and double hump camel. Overnight at Camp or similar.

Early morning drive to TurTuk village with drive landscape, Exotic village. Turtuk this village is about 115 kms from Nubra valley and can take about 3 to 4 hours to reach here, the total population of Turtuk is just 4000 and follow islam as about 40 years back this village was under Pakistan and speak Baltistan language, explore this beautiful village and explore the life here, we will go for a walk around the village and also meet the people. Later Come back to Hunder villag. Overnight at the camps or Hotel.

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

Today after early breakfasts, start your journey towards Leh via changla. Today we have free day to stroll around the market at Hotel.

Today after early breakfasts, start your journey towards Leh via changla. Today we have free day to stroll around the market at Hotel.

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 Zangskarriver. 
Hall of Fame is a must visit for every patriotic Indian army in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in Kargil war has built it. Return to Leh in the afternoon. 
GurdwaraPatthar 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 Zanskarriver and Indus rivers merge. In the evening come back to Leh. Overnight Hotel.

After an early breakfast, depart to airport for onward destination ….fly with sweet memories of Ladakh.

PACKAGE COST ON PER PERSON BASIS (EX Bombay)

Hotels Envisaged:

Package Cost Includes:

• Accommodation on double sharing basis as per the details given above
• Round Fare (Bom Leh Bom) Economy class
• Meal Plan MAPI (Breakfast and Dinner)
• Arrival/departure transfer and all land transfers as per the itinerary
• Nac Xylo / Scorpio in standard and Deluxe category
• NAC Toyota Innova/ Tata Aria / XUV in Premium / Luxury and Elite
• Tempo traveller incase of more than 06 passengers.
• Pickup and Drop from Leh Airport
• Inner line permit.
• Driver allowance/toll/parking/road tax/fuel charge.

Package Cost Excludes:

• GST.
• Air Fare/Train Fare and all entry fees at sightseeing spots.
• any additional meals other than mentioned in the ‘inclusive’ coloumn.
• Travel insurances.
• Monuments entrances fee and optional Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
• Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry, and telephone calls, mineral water etc.
• Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, political disturbances etc.
• any item not specifically mentioned in Inclusions column.

Terms & Conditions:

• Prices valid from 01st April 2020 to 31st October 2020.
• Prices valid for minimum 02, 04 & 06 pax traveling together in one vehicle.
• 100% payment to be deposited before the trip starts.
• Final Confirmation will be provided on full payment.
• April /October Month, Pangong Lake Journey will be done in one-day excursion.
• For Cancellation please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.

For further Queries / Bookings / Customization Contact:
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Info@kailashexpeditions.com
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