MOON LAND LADAKH HONEYMOON TOUR
Duration: 6Nights| 7Days
Places Covered: Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake
Overview
Ladakh is a beautiful region in Jammu and Kashmir located between the Kunlun mountain range and the Great Himalayan mountain ranges in India. It is often called as 'the Moon Land', 'Little Tibet', and 'the last Shangri La' and is home to some of the most exotic and scenic natural landscapes in Jammu and Kashmir. Leh is the capital town of Ladakh region and is a popular tourism destination featuring the beautiful lakes, majestic mountain ranges and few heritage sights. This honeymoon package will take you to this wonderland of Leh and Ladakh, blessed with the natural beautiful destinations. Apart from the mesmerizing scenic destinations, there are options for various leisure activities as well. Also visit Thiksey Monastery, Sindhu Ghat, Shey Palace, Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace in the breathtaking environs of Leh. This romantic getaway to Leh and Nubra Valley takes you to these and many more places which will fill up your senses and lift up your spirits.
Day 1: Arrival- Leh
On your arrival at Leh, representative will meet, greet, assist and transfer you to your hotel in Leh.Since you are arriving at 11000 ft, we strongly recommend to take complete rest on the first day where you should not indulge yourself in any strenuous activity. Rest of the day is free to acclimatize to the high altitude of Ladakh. After a delicious meal, stay overnight at Hotel in Leh.
Day 2: Leh – Monastery tour and sightseeing
After breakfast this morning, drive to Thiksey Monastery. One of the most beautiful monasteries of Ladakh, it belongs to the Gelukpa Order of Buddhism. After this, drive to Shey Palace, located 15 km to the south of Leh on the Leh-Manali highway. The three-storey palace is perched on a hillock overlooking the beautiful Shey village. Later visit Sindhu Ghaat. The festival is also a symbolic salutation to the courageous soldiers of the country, who have endangered their life to save ours. Arrive at Leh and you will be dropped at Leh Market / hotel for Lunch (on your own). After lunch, you will leave for sightseeing to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Return to your hotel for a warm dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 3: Leh–Nubra Valley Via Khardungla Pass: (140 Kms in approximately 5-6 hours)
Early morning proceed to Nubra Valley via the World’s Highest Motorable road (5602 Mts) Khardungla pass. Popularly called the orchard of Ladakh, you will definitely be overwhelmed to see the Bactrian Camels (Shaggy double hump Camel) around sand dunes, Deskit & Samstanling monasteries. Arrive at Nubra Valley and proceed for a visit to the White Sand Dunes at Hunder. You can enjoy the camel ride (on your own). Later if time permits visit Hunder and Diskit monasteries and check in at Deluxe Camp. The evening is at leisure. Stay overnight at the comfortable Swiss camps.
Day 4: Nubra Valley – Leh Via Khardungla Pass (140 Kms in approximately 5-6 hours)
After breakfast this morning, proceed for Leh, once again driving via Khardungla pass, the World’s Highest Motorable road. In the evening, explore Leh bazaar for souvenirs, visit Leh Jokhang or Leh Mosque by foot. Return to your hotel for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Sightseeing around Leh (80 Km round trip)
After breakfast at hotel, drive to Sangam. Enroute visit Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Patthar Sahib. The Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers is in Ladakh at Nimu. From this point on, beyond this confluence of the two, the stream is regarded as the Indus River. Can anyone ever imagine the movement of a vehicle up a steep mountain with its engines off? Reach Magnetic Hill to experience this phenomenon which sounds unbelievable. Just before reaching Leh visit Spituk Monastery (Kali Mata Temple) and Ladakh Hall of fame. Arrive at your hotel in Leh for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Excursion to Pangong Lake (280 kms round trip)
After breakfast drive to Pangong Lake on the Indo China border. Pangong Lake is situated in the northeast of Leh, 4,350 meters above sea level. The long and narrow lake lies in the neighborhood of the famous Chushul Mountains. The size of the lake is best inferred from the probable etymology of its name, Pangong, which means extensive concavity. The mirror-calm water is cold, clear, and extremely salty. By the evening, come back to your hotel in Leh for dinner and overnight sleep.
Day 7 Departure
After breakfast check out from the hotel ,transfers to airport to board the flight to your destination With an enriching experience of a lifetime we leave with new friends and happy memories of one of the most beautiful Places on earth. Let us be in contact with each other through email, facebook, and meet again on one more memorable Holiday. See you all!! Holiday Concludes.
Best time to visit: April to July is the best time to visit Leh & Ladakh. This is when the passes are open for the tourists. The sky stays clear, offering a splendid panorama. You can trek, board a jeep, ride a bike and wander through this gem. Some of the most magnetic spots of Ladakh are Thiksey Monastery, Shanti Stupa, Nubra Valley, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Pangong Tso Lake and others. Temperature during this season ranges approximately between 15 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius. July to September Ladakh receives irregular shower of rains, which too depends on region to region. This is also a good time to visit Ladakh. Temperature during monsoon stays approximately between 3 degrees Celsius to 17 degrees Celsius. October to March Winter is not a recommended time to visit Ladakh. The area during this time is covered with snow and most of the passes stay closed, also many roads are inaccessible through vehicles. You can check out some other winter destinations of India. Temperature during this season ranges between 0 degree Celsius and 15 degrees Celsius.
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