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Srinagar - Kargil - LADAKH

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The heavenly places of kashmir and ladakh have been on the list of travelers for quite a long time; The majestic beauty adorned with the misty seasons and colorful lakes mesmerize people of all ages. We have been receiving guests from all over the globe and who ever visits kashmir ladakh wants to return back. The adventure on the road is quite amazing and meeting the people and observing their culture is the highlights of this trip.

Day1 :Arrive Srinagar

Upon arrival in Srinagar meet and assistance at the airport and Transfer to  Hotel . Afternoon Shikara ride on DAL LAKE. Meals and overnight at  Hotel in Srinagar.

TRANSPORT : EITHER TEMPO or EXCLUSIVE : INNOVAS ( 4 in EACH INNOVA  )

Day2 :In Srinagar

After breakfast . Afternoon sightseeing of Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden & Cheshmashahi , Hazratbal Shrine, visit Old City in the afternoon visiting Jamia Mosque, Hari Parbat Fort , SPS MUSEUM, Evening free.   Meals & Overnight at Hotel in Srinagar.

Day3 :Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar

After breakfast leave for day trip to Gulmarg,Gulmarg : At an altitude of 2730 Meters. The name means Meadows of Flowers and in spring it's just that. Also known as India's premier skiing resort & Golf course. Recently a new cable car project has been commissioned know as GANDOLA which goes up to Khilanmarg/Affarwat. One can have panoramic view of snow clad mountain ranges. Gulmarg is also famous for Sunset.  Meals & overnight at Hotel.

Day4 :Srinagar - Drass - Kargil : drive to Kargil same day

Kargil, the headquarter of Kargil district, is around 204 Kms. to the east  of Srinagar and 234 Kms. to the west of Leh.It was a transit point of caravans on their way to and from China, Tibet, Yarken and Kashmir till 1949, but since 1974 with the influx of tourists the region has been  replaced as centre for tourism related activities. Tourists traveling between Zangskar, Leh and Srinagar have to make a night halt here, before starting for the second day of their journey. Kargil is located on the bank of the Suru River which flows at around 10,000 ft. high. Here people were followers of Buddhist religion till the 14th century AD. On the arrival check into hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day5 :Kargil -- Leh

After breakfast drive to Leh. Enroute visit Mulbek, Lamayuru, Magnatic Hill,Gurdwara, Sangam (confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers),  Alchi  11th century Alchi Choskor, oldest surviving monastic complex of Ladakh and famous for its ancient wall frescoes and architecture-a UNESCO listedheritage site. Thereafter continue drive to Leh,On the arrival check into hotel.Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day6 :Leh - Local Sight Seeing

After Breakfast Half  day sightseeing tour  Shanti Satupa , Leh Pal;ace , Sankar Gompa ,Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day7 :In Leh

Visit Monasteries & Palaces / 110 kms / 4-5 hoursAfter breakfast, proceed on sightseeing tour of Shey Palace (with itsassociated Gompa housing the gigantic copper-gilt statue of the Buddha), the
12-storied Thicksey Monastery dating from the 16th century, and then the17th century Hemis Monastery, biggest and richest monastery in Ladakh. Onthe way back to Leh, take a detour across the Indus to visit the Stock Palace Museum. Overnight at the hotel.

Day8 :Leh- Khardongla - Nubra Valley / 120 kms / 4 hours

After breakfast leave for Nubra Valley, driving across Khardong-la (alt:18,380 ft.), highest motorable pass in the world. The pass offersspectacular views of the Zanskar range across the Indus Valley in the south,and the Saser massif in the north. Reach Deskit/ Hunder in the afternoon andcheck-in at your camp / hotel. Rest of the at leisure to explore Hundar andthe white Sand Dunes where you can enjoy a short camel Safari on the double-humped Bactrian camel found here (optional, on direct payment).Overnight in camp / hotel at Hunder / Deskit.

Day9 :Nubra Valley - Khardongla - Leh / 120 kms / 4 hours

After breakfast, explore Deskit (headquarters of Nubra valley) and then visit the dramatically located, 15th century Deskit Monastery, perched high on a rock overhang above the village. Thereafter drive back to Leh via Khardongla, reaching in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel.

Day10 :In Leh: Excursion to Pangong Lake / 135 kms / one way / 5-6 hours

After early breakfast leave for Pangong Lake via Chang-la pass (alt: 17370ft./ 5486 meters), 3rd highest motorable pass in the world. Pangong Lake(alt: 14,500 ft.), largest brackish water lake of Asia, is 4-5 kms wide and about 135 kms long of which two-third portion lies on the other side of theIndo-China border. After sightseeing around the lake, drive back to Lehreaching in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day11 :In Leh

Leisurely day at Leh for rest. In the afternoon walk thru the Local Tibetian Market & visit Monastry by foot. Evening free for shopping etc. Overnight at the hotel.
( OPTIONAL : Rafting Option) :
On this day, you can also opt for an exciting half-day Rafting trip on the Indus River between Phey and Nimu (if water level is adequate) OR on the Zanskar River between Chilling & Nimu (optional-extra payment).

Day12 :Departure Leh: Transfer to airport

Early morning transfer to the airport for taking the flight back home.
*****BON VOYAGE*****

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