Tuesday, 8 January 2013

Diversity of Kashmir & Ladakh



Destination:             Srinagar + Ladakh
Type:                         Culture
Duration:                 10 nights / 11 days
Best Time:              Mid of June to end of Sep
Grade:                                  Moderate 
Maximum Altitude:       5602m/18380ft

Overview: Your journey will begin in Kashmir experience the unique experience of House boat of Dal lake and Nagin lake drive across Zojila the gate way to Ladakh then enter into Kargil, unique culture of Shia Muslim, visit 2nd century rock carved of maitrey ay Milbekh, cross over Fotola highest pass between Leh and Srinagar, finally reach Leh once used to be trading centre of central Asia, enroute visit Lamayuru and Alchi monasteries, explore the magic lake of Pangong and Nubra valley.
Highlight: Dal Lake, Sonamarg, Kargil, Mulbekh, Lamayuru, Alchi, Magnetic hill Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Likir, Leh town, Shanti stupa, Shey Thiksey Hemis Pangong lake, Khardung-la world’s highest motorable road & Nubra valley

Itinerary
Day 01 Arrive Srinagar Airport. - On Arrival you will be transferred to the House boat,
evening 30 mins Shikara ride on the lake. Overnight stay at the houseboat

Day 02: Full day Srinagar sightseein
Today enjoy half day sightseeing tour of Srinagar visit- World Famous Mughal Gardens covering the Nishat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure) built by Asif Jahan in 1636 AD and Shalimar Bagh (Adobe of Love) built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir for his beloved wife Nur Jahan in 1619 AD also visit Shankaracharya temple which commands one of the magnificent view of Srinagar. Overnight stay at the houseboat.
Day 03 Srinagar Sonamarg Kargil 7/8 Hrs drive 250 Kms

Sonamarg - the Meadow of Gold Depart from Srinagar as per road opening timings. The drive to Sonamarg is another spectacular facet of country side in Kashmir in Sindh Valley. The Sindhu Valley is the largest tributary of the valley of Kashmir. Drive to Kargil the road passes through the panoramic village reach Sonamarg (2740 Mtrs). After Sonamarg most rough road and wet Zojila pass 3527 Mtrs
(Gateway of Ladakh). Continue drive towards Drass (The second coldest inhibited place in the world).  Another two and half hours drive will take us to Kargil (2710 Mtrs) which has got its importance after opening the Ladakh for tourists in 1974. Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 04 Kargil to Uleytokpo 5/6 Hrs drive 
Depart from Kargil after early Breakfast, en-route visiting the monastery of Mulbekh & Lamayuru & Moonlandscape passing through Namkila & Fatula Passes, The highest pass on the Srinagar- Leh road and proceed to Ulleytokpo.  Overnight stay at the camp
Day 05 Drive Sham Valley & Alchi- Leh 
After breakfast, carry packed lunch for the day. Sightseeing of 1000 year old Alchi monastery the only Gompa in Ladakh region on flat ground. Thereafter proceed to the Likir Monastrey to visit the splendid three storeys Dharma Wheel Gompa. Here you'll be awestruck with the sight of the massive Buddha statues., Indus & Zanskar river Sangam, drive along the Indus river visiting, Pathar Sahib Gurdwara and Magnetic Hill (where the cars defy gravity), Basgo Palace Hiking only and further on to Leh Hall of Fame (which has a museum of the Kargil War memorabilia) Overnight stay at the camp
Day 06: Tour of Hemis, Thiksey Shey monastery 3 Idiots School Campus Sindhu Darshan 
After a leisurely breakfast, we drive to visit Hemis Monastery situated 45km west of Leh; Hemis is the largest and the wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. From Hemis, you are driven back taking the same route to visit Thiksey Monastery, located on a hill-lock with formidable views of the Indus valley. Thiksey is especially noteworthy for its gigantic seated statue of the Maitreya and is also known for its (Dukhang) assembly hall which houses hundreds of rectangular prayer books, stacked between wooden covers and bound in silk. After that we continue to drive through series of chortens to visit Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh. 3 Idiots School Campus Sindhu Darshan visit.  Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 07: Tour of Khardungla Pass 18832 Ft. Nubra Valley and Hundur Sand Dunes    Drive 120 Kms 4/5hrs After Breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via Khardungla (Highest Motorable road in the World, 18,380 ft) Arrive at Hundur by Afternoon. Rest of the day, Post lunch free to explore Deskit, Hunder Villages and camel Safari in Sand Dunes between Deskit and Hunder Village. Overnight stay at the camp
Day 08: After Breakfast proceed to Diskit monastery which is 515 years old
After Breakfast visit Deskit Monastery and drive back to Leh by same Route, crossing Khardungla Pass. Reach Leh by afternoon. Evening free time at Leisure to explore Leh market. Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 09: Tour of Pangong Lake- It is the highest land locked lake (155 Kms One way)

After early Breakfast leave for Pangong Lake (14,500 ft), through Changla Pass 17,350 ft., it is the third highest motorable road in the world.  Arrive Pangong Lake it is the highest salt water Lake in the World, shared by two countries India & China. Enjoy the beauty of the lake on the Banks of Pangong Lake while appreciating the changing Colors and fascinating high altitude of the Lake. Drive back to Leh by the same route.
Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 10: Drive back to Leh, evening is Free for market 
Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 11: Depart Leh
On time departure transfer to Leh airport
 
Minimum
Paying Pax
Standard
Deluxe
Luxury
Premium
02 Pax
Rs. 46,849/-
Rs. 49,284/-
Rs. 58,349/-
Rs. 63,411/-
04 Pax
Rs. 33,031/-
Rs. 35,465/-
Rs. 44,530/-
Rs. 49,593/-
06 Pax
Rs. 28,425/-
Rs. 30,859/-
Rs. 39,924/-
Rs. 44,987/-
08 Pax
Rs. 33,031/-
Rs. 35,465/-
Rs. 44,530/-
Rs. 49,593/-
10 Pax
Rs. 30,267/-
Rs. 32,702/-
Rs. 41,767/-
Rs. 46,829/-
12 pax
Rs. 28,425/-
Rs. 30,859/-
Rs. 39,924/-
Rs. 44,987/-
Srs
Rs. 12,213/-
Rs. 14,246/-
Rs. 19,778/-
Rs. 21,091/-
Extra Adult With extra bed
Rs. 16,101/-
Rs. 18,404/-
Rs. 25,369/-
Rs. 29,844/-
Child without bed
Rs. 11,438/-
Rs. 12,725/-
Rs. 14,090/-
Rs. 15,715/-

Hotel envisage
Place
Standard
Deluxe
Luxury
Premium
Srinagar
Std Houseboat
Dlx houseboat
Dlx houseboat
Dlx houseboat
Kargil
Dzogila
 Siachen
Dzogila
 Siachen
Dzogila
Siachen
Dzogila
Siachen
Ulley/Alchi
Zimskhang Holiday Home
Sumdrubling Guest House 
Alchi resort 
Ulley ethnic camp
Ulley Adventure cottages
Ulley Adventure cottages
Leh
Snow Land
Silk route Inn
03 roses
 The Kaal
Omasila
Caraven centre
Ladakh Sarai
Ladakh Residency
Shangrila
Spic n Span


Grand Dragon
Nubra
Nubra Sarai /
Hundur Sarai
Nubra Sarai /
Hundur Sarai
Nubra Sarai /
Hundur Sarai
Nubra Sarai /
Hundur Sarai
Pangong
Pangong Sarai
Pangong Sarai
Pangong Sarai
Pangong Sarai


 Inclusion 

Assistance upon arrival and departure
Accommodation on Twin sharing basis as per itinerary listed above or similar
Daily Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner (only packed lunch will be provided during long day trips)
Return airport transfer along with all sightseeing by Non Ac Innova / Xylo
Inner line permits to restricted area
Environmental fee 
Shikara Ride at Dal Lake
All Taxes

Cost does not includes
Airfares, items of any personal nature such as drinks, tips/ gratuities, etc
Extra hotel nights due to flight cancellations, extra expenses incurred due to mishandled luggage, any insurance

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Ladakh Marvels

Destination:            Ladakh
Type:                     Culture
Duration:                05 nights / 06 days
Grade:                   Easy
Max. Attitude:         5604m/18380ft
Best Time:              May to Sep
Overview: The Ladakh Holiday always takes you away to the Highlands and tranquil land of the lamas, Lakes, Passes. This trip is for those who choose to visit Ladakh on a more relaxing holiday, visit  to the popular sights  at a leisure pace is a part of the itinerary, Pangong lake the high light of a Leh Ladakh holiday is a must visit jeep safari excursion. On this trip you will get a good experience of a Ladakhi Holiday where exploring at a leisure pace with inside visits to the Palace, Monasteries and Lakes. All the nights are in Leh. 
Highlights: Leh city, Hall of Fame, Shanti Stupa, Pangong Lake, Changla Pass, Shey, Thiksey, Hemis, Stok, Khardung-la Pass K Top
Day 01: Arrive Leh; 3505 meters / 11567 feet.
Arrive Kushok Bakula airport Leh - 3500m above sea level. Transfer to hotel. Breakfast at the hotel before 09.30 am. Half Day at rest for acclimatization.
Lunch at the hotel. After Lunch drive to Visit Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace, Later in the evening walk around local market. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel in Leh.
Day 02: Drive Sham Valley & Alchi -70km
After breakfast, carry packed lunch for the day. Sightseeing of 1000 year old Alchi monastery the only Gompa in Ladakh region on flat ground. Thereafter proceed to the Likir Monastrey to visit the splendid three storeys Dharma Wheel Gompa. Here you'll be awestruck with the sight of the massive Buddha statues., Indus & Zanskar river Sangam, drive along the Indus river visiting, Pathar Sahib Gurdwara and Magnetic Hill (where the cars defy gravity), Basgo Palace Hiking only and further on to Leh Hall of Fame (which has a museum of the Kargil War memorabilia) Dinner and Over Night at the Hotel in Leh.
Day 03: Tour of Hemis, Thiksey Shey monastery 3 Idiots School Campus Sindhu Darshan After a leisurely breakfast, we drive to visit Hemis Monastery situated 45   kilometers west of Leh; Hemis is the largest and the wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. From Hemis, you are driven back taking the same route to visit Thiksey Monastery, located on a hill-lock with formidable views of the Indus valley. Thiksey is especially noteworthy for its gigantic seated statue of the Maitreya and is also known for its (Dukhang) assembly hall which houses hundreds of rectangular prayer books, stacked between wooden covers and
bound in silk. After that we continue to drive through series of chortens to visit Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh. 3 Idiots School Campus Sindhu Darshan visit.  Dinner and Over Night at the Hotel in Leh.
Day 04: Tour of Khardungla Pass (18380FT) & Stok
After breakfast drive to Khardungla- world’s highest motorable road at 18832 feet above sea level. At Khardungla pass the snow capped peaks and the mountain views are amazing. In the afternoon we will visit Singhu point (Indus River where all the Singhes pay holy bath) and Stok Museum. The Stok palace and museum is around 200 years old. The palace and museum at Stok is a showpiece for the royal tankhas, royal crown, dresses, coins, precious stones and turquoise head dresses. Return back to the hotel for Dinner over Night at the Hotel in Leh.
Day 05: Tour of Pangong Lake- It is the highest land locked lake (155 Kms on way from Leh 04 Hrs driver each way.  After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometer at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. A few years back the government decided to open it to tourists though the lake and its surrounding is under army surveillance. Enjoy the landscape in the back drop of the Lake. One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable.  Drive back to Leh.  Overnight Night at the Hotel in Leh.
Day 06: Depart Leh
In the morning transfer to the airport to board the flight for your onward destination

Minimum
Paying Pax
Standard
Dlx
Luxury
Premium
02 Pax
Rs. 20,291/-
Rs. 22,439/-
Rs. 31,963/-
Rs. 38,291/-
04 Pax
Rs. 14,896/-
Rs. 17,583/-
Rs. 26,568/-
Rs. 32,896/-
06 Pax
Rs. 13,097/-
Rs. 15,785/-
Rs. 24,769/-
Rs. 31,097/-
08 Pax
Rs. 14,896/-
Rs. 17,583/-
Rs. 26,568/-
Rs. 32,896/-
10 Pax
Rs. 13,817/-
Rs. 16,504/-
Rs. 25,488/-
Rs. 31,817/-
12 pax
Rs. 13,097/-
Rs. 15,785/-
Rs. 24,769/-
Rs. 31,097/-
Srs
Rs. 6,375/-
Rs. 8,750/-
Rs. 14,609/-
Rs. 16,250/-
Extra Adult With extra bed
Rs. 7,525/-
Rs. 9,825/-
Rs. 16,656/-
Rs. 22,250/-
Child without bed
Rs. 6,500/-
Rs. 8,125/-
Rs. 9,219/-
Rs. 11,250/-
 
Hotel envisage
Place
Standard
Dlx
Luxury
Premium
Leh
Snow Land
Silk route Inn
03 roses
The Kaal
Omasila
Caraven centre
Ladakh Sarai resort
Ladakh Residency
Shangrila
Spic n Span
The Grand Dragon
Inclusion
Assistance upon arrival and departure
Accommodation on Twin sharing basis as per itinerary listed above or similar
Daily Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner (only packed lunch will be provided during long day trips)
Return airport transfer along with all sightseeing by Non Ac Innova / Xylo
Inner line permits to restricted area
Environmental fee 
All Taxes
Cost does not includes
Airfares, items of any personal nature such as drinks, tips/ gratuities, etc
Extra hotel nights due to flight cancellations, extra expenses incurred due to mishandled luggage, any insurance

Thursday, 3 January 2013

Amazing Ladakh

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