MAJESTIC LADAKH

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DAY 1: FLIGHT FRANCE DELHI
Flight to Delhi. You will be greeted on arrival by one of our representatives and then transferred to your hotel.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel Ashok country ressort or Similar 🚍 Drive : 30 minutes
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 234 m.

DAY 2: DELHI – LEH.
Morning flight for Leh from Delhi. On arrival at Leh you will be greeted by our representative and transfer to hotel for check-in. Spend the day in the hotel for rest and acclimatization. This is very necessary for getting acclimatized at high altitude. Evening one can visit market of Leh.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 30 Minutes
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 3: SPITUK – STOK – NAMYAL TSEMO.
Morning visit of Spituk monastery which belongs to the Gelukpa lineage and Stok Palace. Lunch at hotel. In the afternoon, visit of Namgyal Tsemo, The view from the fort is unforgettable. Walking back to the hotel through the old town.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 30 Minutes
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 4 : SHEY – THIKSAY - HEMIS .
Visit of ancient monasteries of Indus valley. Hemis is the largest and richest monastery in Ladakh. It was founded in 1633 by the king Singay Namgyal and Lama Staktsang Raspa of Bhutan.Hemis belongs to the Drukpa Kagyu order. Thiksey is one of the most beautiful monastery of Ladakh, it is known as ‘the mini Potala’. It belongs to the Gelukpa order. The monastery was founded by Lama Paldan Sheyrab the nephew of Sheyrab Zangpo in mid-15th century.
Shey used to be the ancient capital of Ladakh. Shey palace was built by Deldan Namgyal in the beginning of the 17th century. Its 12m Buddha statue made of copper guilt was built by King Deldan Namgyal in the memory of his father Singay Namgyal.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 2/3 Hours / 100 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 5 : LEH – BASGO – ALCHI .
After breakfast, sightseeing on the Leh – Srinagar Highway. Visit of the Gurudwara Patthar Sahib (sikh temple built and maintained by the Indian Army). Proceed further along on the Leh-Srinagar highway for Basgo and pass by the Indus- Zanskar confluence. A brief halt at Basgo to visit the ancient fort perched on the hill on right-hand side of the road. End the day’s journey in Alchi, a typical Ladakhi village where the famous11th century temple complex of Alchi situated. It is registered as a World Heritage Site in UNESCO

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Zimskhang or Similar 🚍 Drive : 2 Hours / 70 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3000 m.

DAY 6 : ALCHI – LAMAYURU – LEH.
After breakfast, departure for Lamayuru. Lamayuru is the oldest monastery belongs to the red hat sect of Digungpa order of Tibetan Buddhism .The history of the monastery begins with the visit of Arahat Nimagung to this place, when there was merely a lake here. It is said that Arahat made a prophecy that "a monastery will come up at this spot". Thereafter, Mahasiddha Naropa (1016–1100) the great translator Rinchen Zangpo (958–1055) visited the place. Photostop at the Moonland, lunar landscape and enjoy the scenic road back to Leh.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 5/6 Hours / 180 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 7 : LEH – KHARDONG LA – DISKET – HUNDAR .
In the morning, departure for Nubra Valley also known as the Valley of Flowers, the warmest region in Ladakh. To reach it we have to cross the Khardung La (5602m). This road is considered to be the highest motorable road of the world. En route, admire the spectacular views of the never ending snow-capped mountain ranges. Visit of Disket Monastery and the impressive Maitreya statue. The monastery was founded by Lama Changsem Sherap Zangpo, a disciple of Tsongkhapa ( founder of the Gelukpa lineage), in the 14th century. It is the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery of the Nubra Valley. Overnight stay in Hundar.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Nyatso or Similar 🚍 Drive : 4/5 Hours / 130 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3000 m.

DAY 8 : SAMSTANLING MONASTERY – KHARDONG LA - LEH.
After an early breakfast, visit Samstanling monastery on the other side of Shyok River and then driving back to Leh via Khardong La (5602m). The ascent is like driving towards the clouds. The monastery, second largest in Nubra, is at the top of the village. It is a relatively recent institution, established in 1833 by Lama Tsultim Nima .Samstanling belongs to the Gelugpa school and is known for strict discipline.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 5/6 Hours / 160 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 9 : CHEMDAY – CHANG LA -TANGTSE -PANGONG LAKE – SPANGMIK.
After an early breakfast, visit the 17th century Chemday monastery. then proceed to Pangong via Chang La Pass (5333m) considered to be the 3rd highest motorable road of the world. Pangong Lake is a salt water body of 120 km in length and 7 Km broad at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India & China (2/3 of the lake is in Tibet's possession). Enjoy the walk outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake (4590m) with its glory.

🏨 Accommodation : Fix Camp Pangong Resort or Similar 🚍 Drive : 4/5 Hours / 150 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 4500 m.

DAY 10 : PANGONG – CHANGLA – LEH .
Before leaving for Leh another one hour walk on the shore of the lake to enjoy this sumptuous place. Short halt at Chang La Pass to enjoy a cup of hot steaming tea.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 4/5 Hours / 150 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude: 3500 m.

DAY 11 : LEH – UPSHI -CHUMATHANG -TSOMORIRI
The long drive from Leh to Tsomoriri gives us tremendous opportunities for photography. We pass through many typical Ladakhi villages. One stop at Chumathang for the picnic and to visit the Hot water springs. After check-in at Tsomoriri fix camp, visit the small Korzok monastery and spend the evening at the banks of the lake. Tsomoriri Lake (4550M) is one of the most beautiful high altitude lakes, situated in the middle of the elevated valley of Rupshu surrounded by many high peaks.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 5/6 Hours / 240 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 4500 m.

DAY 12 : TSOMORIRI -POLO KONGKA LA – PUGA – THUKJAY – TSOKAR - TAGLANG LA -UPSHI - LEH
Before leaving for Tsokar another small walk on the shore of the lake to enjoy this splendid place. Stop on the way to visit a school for nomadic children in Puga is run by J & K govt. Hot spring is very famous among the Ladakhi and believed to be cure many diseases. In this valley you can see lots sulfur mines. Drive to Polokongka La (4950m) and then going down towards Thukjay to visit the monastery. In this valley, you might see wild animal like wild ass, blue ship, argali, and marmots.
Departure for Leh crossing the Taglang La (5328m). Tanglang La pass is like a jewel in the crown on the Manali – Leh stretch, it is claimed to be the second highest motorable mountain pass on the planet. Short halt at the pass to enjoy the beauty of the breathtaking landscape. Reach Upshi in the afternoon. The village is located along the Indus River, 45 km southeast of Leh.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel The Gawaling or Similar 🚍 Drive : 5/6 Hours / 240 km.
🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 3500 m.

DAY 13 : LEH – FLIGHT TO DELHI – DRIVE TO AGRA
In the Morning after breakfast you will be transfer to Leh Airport to take a flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi you will be drive to AGRA in the state of Uttar Pradesh. During the drive from Delhi to Agra, you can enhance your experience by enjoying everything that lies on the way.
Overnight at hotel in AGRA.

🏨 Accommodation : The Trident Hotel or Similar. ✈ Flight : 1 hour.
🚍 Route : 4/5 hours /240 km 🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 350 m.

DAY 14 : TAH MAHAL -DELHI – FLIGHT - FRANCE
Before breakfast, we will take advantage of the sunrise lights to visit the TAJ MAHAL. It's the perfect time to appreciate this world-famous masterpiece. It was built at the request of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to immortalize his love for his wife Mumtaz.
Renowned for its perfection and harmony, symmetry and aesthetics. Together we will discover one of the Seven Wonders of the World and one of the greatest architectural gems of Indo-Muslim art. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Then, we will discover the Agra Fort, built of red sandstone by the Mughal emperors. We will then drive back to Delhi Airport. Return flight to France.

🏨 Accommodation : Hotel for wash & Change ✈ Flight : to France
🚍 Route : 4/5 hours / 240 km 🍽 Meals : Breakfast/lunch/dinner. ⛰ Altitude : 350 m.

MAJESTIC LADAKH

Our program is subject to modification and adaptation based on opportunities, local and weather constraints or unforeseen circumstances.

Itinerary

The traditional culture of Ladakh evolved from Tibetan Buddhism. Evidence of this can be found in the many, centuries old, monasteries that are found in almost every village throughout Ladakh. A large population of monks provides for the religious and spiritual needs of the people, and are the most respected members of society. Most Ladakhi homes have a small chapel, even in the tents of the nomads, containing various religious objects and sacred images. Other visible signs of the Buddhist faith are prayer flags, stupas and Mani walls. An infusion of more Tibetans has occurred as a result of the Chinese invasion of Tibet in the 1950’s.

The people in the Dha Hanu area and around Drass descended from the Buddhist Dards, who originated in Gilgit, Pakistan. Those in the Dha Hanu area are called Brokpas and still practice their Buddhist faith. Those around Drass have converted to Islam under the influence of nearby Kashmir. In Kargil and the Suru Valley, the population is predominately Baltis. This area was part of Baltistan until 1947. They have Tibetan origins, but were converted to Islam in the 15th century and the majority of them are Shiite Muslims.
With its history as a trading centre on the old caravan route, Leh has a mixture of cultures living and working together.