Upon you're arrival you'll be received and transfer to Deluxe Houseboat at Dal Lake by our representative to relax and spend overnight. Optionally you may choose to go for Sikara ride in the lake which sprawls across 18 square kilometers area. The houseboats in Dal Lake come with well-furnished rooms, terraces, and verandas with separate smaller boat forming the kitchen. In Srinagar, Dal Lake is almost an entire city on the water. Accommodation is available in British style houseboats which are moored on the side of the lake. For transportation there are shikaras and even full-fledged markets and floating shops and you'd be amazed to find out that the vegetable and fruits sold on the shikaras are grown in the floating fields and gardens on Dal Lake itself. you are free to take a 01 hr shikara ride in Dal Lake.
After relaxed breakfast leave for Half day tour of world famous Mughal Gardens i.e. Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden and CheshmaShahi.
• Nishat Garden:-Located on the bank of the Dal Lake, with the Zabarwan Mountains as its backdrop,
NishatBagh is a garden of bliss that commands a magnificent view of the lake beneath the snow-capped
PirPanjal mountain range that stands far away to the west of the valley. The Bagh was designed and built in 1633 by Asif Khan,
elder brother of NurJehan.
• Shalimar Garden:-The Shalimar Bagh is the celebrated royal garden of Kashmir. The Emperor Jahangir was so
fascinated with the garden that he called it "one of the sights of Kashmir."ShalimarBagh is located on the
northeast side of Lake Dal, approximately fifteen kilometres away from the centre of Srinagar. It was laid out by
Jahangir as Farah Baksh ("the delightful") in 1619, while he was founding the city of Srinagar
• CheshmaShahiCheshmaShahi ( the royal spring), also called CheshmaShahi, is one of the Mughal gardens built around a spring
by Ali Mardan, a governor of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, in 1632. The garden is located in the Zabarwan Range, near Rajbhawan
(Governor‘s house) overlooking Dal Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir
After an unhurried breakfast you will head towards the Gulmarg for the full day sightseeing tour of the Gulmarg. Gulmarg which translates to the "meadow of flowers" is located at an elevation of 2730 meters above the sea level. Gulmarg comprises one of the highest golf courses in the world with 18 holes. You can also enjoy a view of Nanga Parbat if the weather permits. The view en route from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. In Gulmarg, the gondola ride (cost will extra as per availability) is also available. During the gondola ride, you can enjoy the enchanting beauty of the valley and you will also get an opportunity to glare at the snow-clad peaks. Later in the evening, you will return to Srinagar and check-in at the hotel. Enjoy the dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar
From Srinagar, you will now start your road trip to LehLadakh. Your next stop from Srinagar will be Kargil. This trip will be a memorable and enjoyable one because you are going to visit and halt at a few mesmerizing places en route. This entire trip will be a wonderful one for you because there are a lot of amazing sights in store for you. You will be first stopping at the Sonmarg Valley where you get a chance to enjoy the beauty of nature. On arrival at this place, you will have your lunch in one of the finest eateries. Stuff yourself up because next we have the majestic and challenging Zojila Pass to cross. It is not just the challenging roads of this place that will thrill you but the altitude as well. The pass is located at a daunting height of approximately 4000 m above sea level. You can stop by at some point en route so that you can click pictures. After crossing Zojila Pass, you will then be entering Drass Village. It is known to be the second coldest place inhabited by humans on earth after Siberia. By evening you will be reaching Kargil Town. Upon arrival, you will be taken to the hotel or a deluxe camp. Complete your check-in formalities and rest. It has been an exhaustive journey here. So, after having a scrumptious dinner, make sure to get some sleep for the upcoming day.
After having a scrumptious early breakfast, you will complete all your check-out formalities and leave for the next destination that’s Leh. You will be staying at the Alchi Village in Leh. While reaching your destination, you will be visiting Lamayuru. Another very popular attraction of Ladakh. This is a very important city in terms of history and natural beauty. This village was built and dedicated to Naropa in the 11th century. The cave where he meditated is now a renowned place where travelers visit frequently. It is connected to the Lamayuru Monastery which makes it even more popular. After visiting here, you will then be taken to the next destination which is Alchi. Another beautiful, spellbinding, and popular destination of Leh.Alchi Monastery is approximately 60 km from Leh city and falls in the route. You will also be visiting the major attractions of the place such as the great statue of Maitreya Buddha, Magnetic Hill, Hall of Fame in KargilSangam of Zanskar, and Indus Rivers. Once you reach here, complete your check-in formalities and rest for a while in your room. In the evening you can take a walk at the local city market and relish your taste buds with some of the best local cuisines. Buy some souvenirs from the Ladakhi craft market. There is an overnight stay at the hotel and your dinner will be served there itself.
After an early breakfast, get ready for a thrilling day because today you will be visiting the enchanting Indus Valley. This will be a complete day tour of the valley and its important attractions. After reaching the valley, you will be visiting Stok Monastery, Shey Palace, Thiksey, and Hemis Monastery. After having a complete eventful day, you will return to the city of Leh. In the evening you will to to shanti stupa, leh palace and leh market... over night in hotel
After an early breakfast, have spent time Monk and do some meditation Monastry .. over night in hotel
This is going to be a wonderful, thrilling, exhaustive, and beautiful day for you. After having a heavy breakfast, you will be heading to the majestic Nubra Valley. You will embark on the journey early in the morning. En route, you will be crossing one of the highest motorable passes on earth- Khardung La pass which is located at an altitude of 18360 ft above sea level. You will stop here for clicking on some memorable pictures. After crossing this pass, you will be crossing the Khardung La village and a few more small villages. By noon, you will reach the Diskit Monastery. Here, you will find a rare species of camel which is called the Bactrian Camel. It is the only two-humped camels found in this region. After enjoying a camel safari you will be staying at a Deluxe Camp in the valley itself. Finish your check-in formalities and have a good dinner at such an altitude.
After having early morning breakfast, gear up to have another wonderful day in Hunder and Turtuk Village. The first destination you will head towards is the Turtuk Village. An amazing place to visit in Ladakh. Enjoy the landscapes and exotic views of the surrounding throughout the drive. Turtuk is a place where the population is under 4000. This place still has a majority of people following Islamic. This place was once under the control of Pakistan and people here speak Baltistani. You can explore the entire village, meet with people and enjoy your time here. You can take a stroll around the place, enjoy your time and click some pictures for your memories. Post a wonderful and enjoyable day, you will return to Hunder for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
After having breakfast you will be visiting the famous sand dunes of Hunder. Take a safari on the Bactrian Camel (cost for Camel ride extra on direct payment) and have a look at the silk routes that were used by our ancestors. After spending some time in the peaceful and quaint environment of Hunder we will move towards the semi-arid desert of Nubra. It is the Sumur Village where you can see the magnificent SamsteningGompa which is approximately 150 years old. Click some pictures here and enjoy your time amidst the snow desert. After enjoying your time here, you will be heading to the next attraction on offer - Panamik. It is an equally beautiful place to visit. Panamik is known to be the last place/ village towards the Siachen Glacier. If you visit here on a clear day, you will be able to see the highest battlefield of the world from Panamik. You will be visiting EnsaGompa and hot springs in and around the village. Post having an eventful day you will return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
One of the most visited and enjoyable places in Ladakh isPangong Lake. It is a humongous breathtaking lake that has everything you would have ever imagined. The abundance of beauty and high-altitude trill makes this attraction a go-to place for every traveler. To reach the lake, you have to cross various other attractions of Ladakh such as Chang La Pass, Shyok Village, Durbuk Village, and Tangtse Village. On arrival, you will have to complete all the check-in formalities. You will reach the lake in the afternoon which will give you ample time to enjoy the place. Later that evening, enjoy a romantic walk along the shores of the lake. then overnight you will stay in home stay.
After having a scrumptious breakfast, you will have to finish the checkout process and then you will be heading to Hanle. The next destination on your list. This village is situated in the Changthang region of Ladakh and it boasts an enchanting view of the surrounding. There are several attractions that are present in Hanle and you will be visiting each one of them. From the popular Hanle Monastery to the Kagyu School of Buddhism; you will get a chance to explore all of it. The Hanle Monastery is known to be one of the largest and most magnificent works of architecture in Ladakh. You can climb up to the top of the monastery and look around. The view of the surrounding from that height is simply breathtaking. Enjoy the pristine and quaint environment of the place and the breathtaking view. Hanle is also popular for having the highest observatory in the world. It is located at a staggering height of 4500 m. After having explored all the important places of Hanle, you will be taken to the guest house. Have your dinner and get some sleep.
It isn’t wrong to say that the lakes of Ladakh are the gems of the newly made union territory. After having your scrumptious breakfast, complete your check-out formalities and head towards the second most beautiful lake of Ladakh which is TsoMoriri. This is another high-altitude lake that is located at an astonishing height of 14,000 ft. While heading towards this lake, you will be crossing several smaller and offbeat attractions throughout the route including Nyoma-Mahebridge. TsoMoriri is surrounded by greenery as well and there are several flora and fauna thriving here. Spot various birds here including Tibetan mastiff, the Brahmini duck, crested grebe, bar-headed goose, and many more. You will be having an overnight stay in the tents at some distance from the lake. Your meal will be given to you at the tent itself.
After a refreshing and stuffing breakfast, you will be driving to Leh. This time you will be taking the TsoKar route so that you will be able to visit another picturesque attraction of Ladakh which is the TsoKar Lake. En route, you will be visiting several attractions like Polo- Kongka Pass and Puga Geothermal Gas Springs. You will get a chance to visit the TsoKar Lake for a photo session. If you wish you can visit the Thukje village and the monasteries in the village. You will be crossing the Tanglang La Pass, which is situated at 5350 m. You will reach Leh by evening. Upon arrival, you will have to check in at the hotel. Your dinner will be served here and there will be an overnight stay in Stok( Home stay)
The morning will be at your leisure. You will be given time to adjust to the altitude and atmospheric pressure change. Your breakfast will be served in the room itself so you can enjoy the meal at the comfort of your bed with the outside view of the Himalayas. you will go for a small trek from stok to Lchangmachan and back towards stok (Home stay)
After Breakfast 7:30 drive to Sarchu passing, SkyangchuThang – Enjoy your lunch at Pang, by crossing Nakeela and Lachung La. Continue drive to Jispa. ArriveJispa by evening. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. Explore the majestic beauty of Jispa by strolling around. Overnight stay in Jispa.
After the breakfast drive for Manali, a beautiful scenic drive by crossing Baralacha La (4845m), lunch at Sissu village, later cross famous Rohtang Pass, 13050 ft. Arrive Manali and check-in at the hotel (arriving Manali depend on traffic of Rohtang pass). The rest of the time is at your leisure. Go for Manali sightseeing. Explore the market and enjoy the local delicacies on Mall Road. You can also explore the Old Manali and delve into the hippie vibes there. Later come back to the hotel in the evening and have dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel in Manali.
Today is the last day. Get an assisted transfer to the airport/bus stand for your onward journey.
Day 1 - Srinagar House boat / Similar - Dinner
Day 2 - Srinagar House boat / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3 - Srinagar House boat / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4 - Kargil Zojila residency / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5 - Leh Hotel Capital City Ladakh / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 - Leh Hotel Capital City Ladakh / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7 - Leh Hotel Capital City Ladakh / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8 - Nubra Regal Camp / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9 - Nubra Regal Camp / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 10 - Nubra Regal Camp / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 11 - Pangong Home stay / Camp - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 12 - Hanley Umlingla residency / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 13 - Tsomiri Lake Hotel lake view / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 14 - Leh Stok Home Stay - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 15 - Leh Stok Home Stay - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 16 - Jispa Padma Lodge Jispa / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 17 - Manali Hotel Pristine Inn / Rotang heights / Similar - Breakfast and Dinner
Day 18 - Departure - Breakfast
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