Overview
It is in the Indus Valley Civilization India’s rich ancient history is hidden in Ladakh. Known for its association to the pre-Vedic times, it is widely believed that Dravidians originally were there. Relive the culture and tradition in an apt way. The itinerary of 10 Days Trip to Ladakh helps you to experience the Indus Valley civilization like never before.
Highlights of Tour :
- Sightseeing of Mughal Monuments in Delhi
- Stroll Leh Bazaar for handicrafts and souvenirs
- Visit Leh Palace, Sankar Gompa and Shanti Stupa
- Get beautiful view of the sunset at Changspa
- Visit Hemis Gompa, Thiksey Monastery, Shey Palace
- See Phyang Gompa, Spituk Monastery and Stok Palace
- Visit Likir, Lamayuru and Alchi Monastery
Day 01 : Arrival Delhi
On arrival, you will be assisted and transferred to your prebooked hotel. In the afternoon, you will take to visit Humayun’s Tomb and India Gate. Also drive towards the Parliament House, President's House called Rashtrapati Bhavan, Government Secretariat buildings and Connaught Place - the heart of New Delhi and a busy shopping center. Overnight say at your hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi – Leh (3,500 M / 11,550 FT)
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to take your flight to Ladakh. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you can walk through the old town, beneath the Leh Palace, to allow you to get oriented to this fascinating city. Overnight stay at you hotel.
Day 03 : Leh Sightseeing
The morning is at leisure to acclimatize to the rarefied air. You may choose to stroll along the main bazaar - observing the varied
crowds and attractive sight of the line of women from nearby villages sitting along the edge of the footpath with baskets of fresh
vegetables brought for sale. Explore the Tibetan markets for many kinds of semi-precious stones and jewellery and carved handicrafts.
Also enjoy the tibetan restaurants; some of them located in gardens or on the sidewalks and serve local Tibetan, Indian and Continental cuisine.
Also walk to the Leh Palace & Shankar Gompa, which belongs to Gelukspa school of Tibetan Buddhism. This small Gompa is a branch of Spituk Gompa,
founded by the first incarnation of Skyabje Bakula (head monk of Spituk monastery).
Day 04 : Leh Monasteries (Hemis, Thiksey, Shey)
After breakfast you will drive towards to Hemis Gompa, one of the most famous of Ladakh’s monasteries, dates back to the 17th century and was built over a period of 40 years (1602 – 1642 A.D.). During the Festival, masked dances held every year in summer On the road back to Leh you stop to visit Thiksey Monastery, which is one of the most vibrant and active monasteries in the region. It dates back to the 16th century and is part of the Gelug-pa Sect. 3 kms ahead of Thiksey you will visit Shey Palace.
Day 05 : Leh Gompa (Phyang, Spituk, Stok)
After breakfast, you begin your day by visiting Phyang Gompa, which is located on the right of the main highway to Alchi. The founder
of the Namgyal Dynasty built it. The Gompa has an exquisite collection of pre-4th century Kashmiri bronze statues, thangkas and manuscripts.
Here you can also take a village walk to get a closer look at a day in the life of the local inhabitants.
Thereafter, you will stop at Spituk Monastery that is 7 km from Leh. It is built on a rock overlooking the River Indus. The Monastery was
founded in the 11th century and belongs to the Gelug-pa sect. The oldest section of the monastery is the Gonkhang located at the top of the
hill that contains images of the guardian deities.
Day 06 : Leh – Likir - Uleytokpo
After breakfast, you begin your day by visiting Phyang Gompa, which is located on the right of the main highway to Alchi. The founder
of the Namgyal Dynasty built it. The Gompa has an exquisite collection of pre-4th century Kashmiri bronze statues, thangkas and manuscripts.
Here you can also take a village walk to get a closer look at a day in the life of the local inhabitants.
Thereafter, you will stop at Spituk Monastery that is 7 km from Leh. It is built on a rock overlooking the River Indus. The Monastery was
founded in the 11th century and belongs to the Gelug-pa sect. The oldest section of the monastery is the Gonkhang located at the top of the
hill that contains images of the guardian deities.
Day 07 : Uleytokpo – Lamayuru
Today after break fast you proceed to the 11th century Lamayuru Monastery, which is spectacularly located along the valley plain and surrounded by mountains on all sides. There is a spot along the way just before one reaches the village that is locally known as “Moonland”. In the afternoon drive back to Uleytokpo and the rest of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy the natural surroundings of the Resort. Overnight stay at Uley Ethnic Resort.
Day 08 : Uleytokpo – Alchi - Basgo
On your return to Leh from Uleytokpo you will take a short bifurcation to the right just before reaching Saspool. Crossing the Indus River you drive uphill to Alchi to visit the Alchi Monastery. It is complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and dates back to the 11th century. It is very famous for its paintings and architecture, which has an Indian and Kashmiri influence in them. After the visit en-route to Leh you stop to visit Basgo. By the evening you would be back in Leh. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 09 : Leh – Delhi
You will be transferred in time to the Leh airport to board your flight back to Delhi. You are met upon arrival at Delhi airport and transferred to your hotel. The afternoon & evening is at leisure to enable you to do some shopping so as to take some souvenirs back home. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 10 : Delhi (Departure)
In the morning you will proceed on a tour of Delhi to get a feel of the hustle and bustle of a vibrant city. The tour will include the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and enjoy a walking tour in Chandni Chowk. On your way back visit Raj Ghat. In the afternoon drive past Purana Qila and then proceed to Bahai Temple. Thereafter you visit the Qutub Minar. Later in the evening you will be transferred in time to board your flight to back home with sweet memories.