Tour Code: FTPL/BI/1192

Leh Limelight Discovery Tour

7 Nights / 8 Days
Group Tour
Summer Special
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Cities : Leh (2N),Nubra Valley (2N),Pangong Tso Lake (1N),Leh (2N)

Sightseeing

Leh, India
  • Alchi Choskor Monastery
  • Hall of Fame
  • Thiksey Monastery
  • Shey Palace
  • Leh Palace
  • Likir Monastery
  • Hemis Monastery
Nubra Valley, India
  • Diskit Monastery (Diskit Gompa)

Meals

  • 7 Breakfast
  • 7 Lunch
  • 7 Dinner

Note : Date of Hotel Stay will be Starting from 9th June

Day wise travel itinerary

  • Day 1 :Delhi - Leh
    Arrive at Kushok Bakula airport, Leh situated at 3500m altitude, meet & greet our representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Leh city. On arrival, check-in at the hotel and take full-day at rest to acclimatize yourself completely to the high altitudes of Ladakh which is a must. Overnight stay at Leh.
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 2 :Leh - Indus Valley Tour - Leh (90 km round trip / 5-6 hours)
    This morning after breakfast, drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall Of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to Gurudwara Patthar Sahib at an altitude of 3600 Mtrs about 22 Kms from Leh was constructed in memory of Guru Nanak Dev ji Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. As you move ahead from Magnetic Hills, just before Nimmu Village, there comes a famous Confluence Of Two Rivers Indus River coming from Tibet (left) and Zanskar River coming from Zanskar Valley (right). After visiting confluence we head to Alchi Gompa, The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and dates back to the 11th century. After visiting Alchi we back towards leh enroute visiting Likir Monastery was built in 11th century and was again re-built in 18th century and houses a 25 feet Lord gold covered Buddha Statue. Overnight stay in Leh.
    • Breakfast
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 3 :Leh - Nubra Valley (160 Kms – 05 Hrs Approx.)

    Today Morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel & then drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (The Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level. Upon arrival check in. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. A visit to a Ladakhi home can be arranged. Overnight stay at Nubra Valley.

    • Breakfast
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4 :Nubra Valley - Excursion to Turtuk (164 Kms – 05 Hrs Approx.)

    This morning after early breakfast, proceed to Turtuk (A village that was won by India in the 1971 war with Pakistan) and extremely close to the border. Visit a 16th Century Mosque, (comprising of a touch of Turkish & Iranian culture), ruined fort of Dhards and Monastery. Admire the magnificent view of the famous K2 peak (The second highest peak in the world after Mount Everest). Later return back to Nubra. Overnight stay at Nubra Valley.

    • Breakfast
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Nubra Valley - Pangong Lake (274 Kms – 8 Hrs Approx.)

    Today morning after breakfast, check out & then drive towards Hunder where you have opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the sand dunes of this high altitude desert with snowcapped mountains on the horizon. On the return stop at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their daily chores. Later we drive towards Pangong Tso via Agham & Shyok Valley. Some of the road patches in areas are extremely tough (towards nubra side) in terms of road conditions but no doubt the journey is very scenic!  Later after crossing this adventurous part we drive further towards Durbuk & Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangong Lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). Upon arrival check in. Overnight stay at Pangong Lake.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6 :Pangong Lake - Leh (225 Kms – 6 Hrs Approx.)

    Today Morning after breakfast, check out & then drive to Leh via Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs enroute visiting Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism And further to Thiksey Monastery, an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village and another 5 Kms driving through a picturesque landscape we reach to Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh & then visit the iconic 3 Idiots Rancho School. Later Drive further to Leh. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at Leh.

    • Breakfast
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7 :Leh

    This morning after breakfast, proceed to visit Shanti Stupa built by Japanese monks to promote world peace. This large hilltop stupa has brightly colored reliefs on its mid-levels and is topped by a spired white hemisphere (smoking is prohibited here). Later visit Leh Palace, dilapidated yet interesting, which was built in the 17th century in the grand tradition of Tibetan architecture. Lastly visit the Leh Market for shopping. Overnight stay at Leh.

    • Breakfast
    • Packed Lunch or Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8 :Leh
    Today morning after Breakfast, check out from the hotel & then transfer to Leh Airport and fly back to your home town with sweet memories of Ladakh. (B)
    • Breakfast
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Sightseeing

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Alchi Choskor Monastery

Open Time: 08:00 AM and 01:00 PM

Close Time: 01:30 PM and 06:00 PM

Operational Days - All Day 

Approx Duration Suggested - 3 - 4 Hours

Alchi Choskor Monastery is one among the oldest Buddhist monasteries of the northern park of India, but features a stark contrast to the opposite Buddhist shrines within the country, in terms of architecture also as prayers. It is considered to be a Buddhist temple by many, rather being a full fledged monastery. Mural paintings and carvings are unique to any other in the vicinity. Alchi Choksor Monastery is nestled by the rivers Indus and Zanksar and is about 70 kms away from Leh, along the Leh – Srinagar highway. Many consider the monastery complex together of the oldest within the region, probably dating back to quite 1000 years, but now there are not any monks living here and studying. It is very popular and more of a visiting place by sacred Buddhist scholars as well as visitors. One of the unique feature of this monastery is that it is built on the flat ground, with backdrops of high-rise mountains of the Himalayan ranges, which is not common with other monasteries in the Leh region. From the surface , the monastery won't appear to be existent in such glorious ways, as dilapidated buildings and houses surround the complex and sometimes it'd also appear as non-existent. It has always been found to be very realistic, yet thought inspiring as to the primary reason for the building of such a monastic complex.

History:

It has not yet been clearly confirmed on the historical dates for the construction of the monastery complex, as there are variety of buildings included within the complex. Most common belief is that the famous translator Rinchen Zangpo arrived here in 10th century and created a couple of monasteries. With his efforts, many other monasteries came up within the Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim and neighbouring areas and about 108 monasteries are credited to him. These monasteries are said to belong to the Vajrayana sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Under his influence, many artistic contributions were done by the Kashmiri artists. In the later years way back to the 15th century, worship and studies within the Alchi Choksor Monastery ceased and it went into administrative control of other neighbouring monasteries, when Likir Monastery has been taking care of its maintenance since those days.

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Entry Charges

Exclusion :

Guide Charges Extra

No Transfers

No Meals 

Important Notes :

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Hall of Fame

Timings : 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM and 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx Duration Suggested - 2 Hours 

Nestled at around 4 kms from Leh town on the Leh - Kargil Road, the Hall of Fame is a museum which was constructed in memory of the brave soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the motherland India at the India-Pakistan war.

As you pass through the OP Vijay Gallery, the museum showcases arms and amenities of Pakistani Army which were seized, along with pictures and biographies of brave soldiers who fought in that war. A section of the museum also exhibit Siachen area, exhibiting apparel and amenities used by the Indian Army in the region. The letters written by soldiers to their families, photographs clicked during wars fought in the region and a 30 minutes documentary on the Kargil War, are some of the highlights.  Apart from this, one can also witness items related to Local Ladakhi culture, their history, vegetation and wildlife found across the globe.

Note: The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

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Entry and Permission Charges 

Exclusion :

Guide Charges Extra

No Transfers

No Meals

Photography Charges 

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Thiksey Monastery

Open Time : 07:00 AM

Close Time : 07:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days ( The monastery remains closed from November to April ) 

Approx Duration Suggested - 3 - 4 Hours

Thiksey Monastery is a tibetan-style monastery nestled 20 kms south of Leh on Leh-Manali highway, constructed in 1430 AD belongs to the Gelukpa Order of Buddhism. The 12 Storey monastery is situated on top of a hill, giving stunning views of the town as well as the Indus valley below. The main attraction of Thiksey is the Maitreya Temple which houses a 15-metre high Maitreya Buddha statue. It is the largest such statue in Ladakh and it covers 2 stories of the building. Thiksey Gompa hosts the Gustor ritual, organized from the 17th - 19th of September month.

Thiksey consists of various white buildings that are arranged in hierarchical order, which stand out against the rocky golden brown hills. It reflects the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. Thiksey consists of 10 temples and is currently home to more than 100 monks. The monastery houses Buddhist stupas, swords, thangkas, wall paintings and statues. Other main attractions at Thiksey are Tara Temple, Assemnly Hall, Lamokhang Temple, Nunnery, Library and the rooftop. 

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Entry and Permission Charges 

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No Meals 

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Shey Palace

The Shey Monastery or Gompa and the Shey Palace complex are structures located on a hillock in Shey, 15 kilometres to the south of Leh in Ladakh, northern India on the Leh-Manali road. Shey was the summer capital of Ladakh in the past. It contains a huge shahyamuni buddha statue.
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Leh Palace

Open Time : 07:00 AM

Close Time : 04:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx Duration Suggested - 2 - 3 Hours 

The Leh Palace is a 17th-century former royal palace also known as 'Lhachen Palkhar,' and one of the central attractions in Leh. Constructed under assistance and support of by King Sengge Namgyal, it used to house his family. The 9-storey dun-coloured palace is now converted into a museum and a prayer room, while the highlight is the sweeping view of Leh and the surrounding Zanskar mountain from the rooftop.

The Leh Palace is designed and inspired by the Potala Palace in Lhasa (Tibet), and a considerable part is now in ruins due to the Kashmiri invasion that took place in the 19th century. The beauty of the Leh Palace still stands in pride with a several ancient Buddha relics, old utensils, paintings, cutlery used by the royal family and artefacts embellishing the walls, most of which are around 450 years old. 

The palace looks even more mesmerizing when it is lighted upon certain special occasions, such as Galdam Namchot festival when locals gather around the palace to celebrate and enjoy the local festival. The majestic palace is presently under the Archaeological Survey of India, which is working on renovating the ancient structures of that era and trying to keep intact the history of the Namgyal dynasty in Leh.

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No Meals 

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Likir Monastery

Timings: 06:00 AM - 01:00 PM and 10:30 - 06:00 PM

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx Duration Suggested - 3 Hours 

The Likir Monastery or Likir Gompa is the oldest monastery in Ladakh region, nestled around 52 kms from Leh town in the scenic Likir village. Belonging to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, the main attraction here is a 75 feet large seated statue of Maitreya Buddha which is gilded in gold. There are other several paintings of guardian holiness, murals and thangkas that embellish the walls of assembly halls.

The Gompa is the seat of Ngari Rinpoche, who is the youngest brother of Dalai Lama. ‘Likir’ means ‘The Naga-Encircled’ which represents the bodies of two great serpent spirits- Nanda and Taksako. According to legends, these serpents had guarded the monastery. 

At present, there's a school inside the Likir Monastery run by the Central Institute of Buddhist studies along with a library open to tourist where old manuscripts, volumes and books on Buddhism and the teachings of Tsong Khapa are housed. A temple named Gonkhang is also present in the complex having images of Tsongkhapa and Sakyamuni. The Likir Monastery festival is the most attractive event held annually which includes Cham dance performed by lamas and an exhibition of monastery collection.

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Entry and Permission Charges 

Exclusion :
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No Meals 

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Hemis Monastery


Timings: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 

Operational Days - Open all 7 days 

Approx Duration Suggested - 2 - 3 Hours 

Hemis is nestled around 45 kms to the south of Leh on the western banks of the Indus River. The Hemis Monastery was built in 1630 and which is the biggest and very richly bestowed monastery of Ladakh. Magnificent and facinating, Hemis is different from the other important monasteries of Ladakh. The monastery is very well decorated on all 4 sides by colorful prayer flags which flutter in the breeze and send prayers to Lord Buddha.

The main building has white walls. The stones of the walls are very well embellish and painted with religious figures. On the northern side are 2 assembly halls, and as in most of the monasteries one can also see the guardian deities and the Wheel of Life here. The Hemis Monastery also has an main library of Tibetan books and a very impressive and valuable collection of Thangkas, gold statues and Stupas embedded with precious stones.

One of the largest Thangkas is displayed every twelve years during the Hemis Festival, held for 2 days in June - July. The annual festival, commemorating the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava brings alive the courtyard of the monastery. The festival, where good triumphs over evil in a colorful pageant, also holds the annual 'bazaar' where local Ladakhis from remote areas buy and sell wares. During the festival, various rituals and mask dances are performed in this courtyard. Hemis is about 40 km from Leh and can be visited comfortably in one day if one is traveling by car or jeep.

Note: The Given Cost is Estimated. You will need to pay the exact cost directly at the counter.

Inclusion:

Entry and Permission Charges 

Exclusion:

Guide Charges Extra

No Transfers

No Meals 

Important Notes:

The rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.

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