Alluring Himalayas

BEST SEASON: JUNE TO OCT

CATEGORY: TOUR PACKAGE

REGION: LADAKH , KASHMIR

PARENT RANGE: HIMALAYAS

BASE VILLAGE: LEH

GRADE: MODERATE

MAX ALTITUDE: 11,500 FT

Alluring Himalayas

Overview

The Himalayas has always been admired due to its mesmerizing beauty and lush greenery. The place has served as a pacifier to many people. It takes you into another realm of nature and physical artistry. In these beautiful dales lies an adventure, surely that's not to be missed by any adventurist. This motorbike trip begins from Leh and ends in the valley of Srinagar. Both these places are so beautiful that people get awe-struck when they see the nature around them stretched for miles together. If you are a nature lover, then this safari is certainly for you. Get going on this tour for 7 Nights and 8 Days and feel the divine beauty all along the trail.

Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival and Acclimatization day in Leh

Reach the capital in the morning and get going towards the hotel that has been allotted to you. Take rest in the former hours of the day and get well-versed with the climatic conditions of Leh. Get some sleep by the night at hotels and start afresh by the next morning.

Day 02: Local Sight Seeing at Leh

Leh is considered Mecca for the tourists around the globe due to its untouched beauty of snowcapped mountains and majestic valleys comprising both Indian and Tibetan culture. You can go around the central market of Leh to get some art and craft stuff as a memory. And later stroll through the magnificent monasteries, Royal palaces, towns, and forts. Some of the notable places to visit are- Alchi, Likir, Leh Palace, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Sangam Point, Stok Palace, Hall of fame, Shanti Stupa, Thiksey Monastery. Later in the evening get back to your restrooms at the hotel and stay there for the night.

Day 03: Leh- Nubra via Khardung la Pass

Nubra valley was once the popular route for trading that took place between India and China. This valley has acquired its fame due to its overall splendid look. Its beauty is distinguished from the rest of the valleys that are grounded in Leh. In this valley, the river Shyok meets Siachen river thus forming a large lowland which separates Ladakh and Karakoram Ranges. Maitreya Buddha statue is the prominent sight of Nubra Valley which is maintained by the Diskit Monastery. The main access to the Nubra Valley is though Khar dung La pass. This road is open throughout the year. This pass is the second highest motorable road in the world standing at an altimeter of 17,582 ft. Stay overnight in this valley and get ready for the next level adventure for the following day.

Day 04: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake via Agham- Shyok Village

Post breakfast, kickstart your voyage and head towards the mesmerizing site of Pangong Lake. There are two routes moving into Pangong Tso one goes via Wari La- Chang La and the other is via Agham- Shyok village. The best route acclaimed is the latter one and less time-consuming. The bridges and the roads are quite decent ones. From Nubra Valley move into Agham village. From there descend into the village of Shyok. Moving ahead you move into the landscape of Pangong Tso. On this day you are going to catch the glimpse of the famous Pangong Lake. Pangong lake is situated at an altimeter of 14,270 ft. This lake has gathered so many admirers around the globe due to its praiseworthy beauty. People having the first glance at it almost thought it to be a hypothetical spot. To reach this dreamlike destination you need to cover up 90 km from Nubra Valley. This spot has even acclaimed its fame through many Bollywood movies over the past years. Overnight stay takes place in the landscape of Pangong Lake.

Day 05: Pangong Lake- Leh

After a great day of sightseeing yesterday, you need to revert from the charismatic Pangong Lake after you freshen up and are done with your meals. Quick start the journey for the day covering about 150 km. The time needed to cover up this distance is about 5 hours to be precise. On your way back, you can visit some of the monuments, for instance, the majestic Thiksey Monastery. As you arrive in the city, head towards your hotel and stay overnight in the warm and cozy room.

Day 06: Leh- Kargil via Lamayuru

As you are done with your brunch, kickstart your travel and reach the second largest town of Ladakh- Kargil. This town is 234 km from Leh which takes a maximum of 8 hours to cover up the distance from Leh to Kargil. Ride through the longest National Highway, NH-1 to reach the desired destination. Green mountains snow-capped all over the range, the clouds encircling the Cyprus trees that are placed over the peaks and the rocky terrains is what the journey would be all about. You are even going to see the marvelous rivers through the trip, River Zanskar, and Indus river. You can even visit Basgo Palace and Lamayuru monastery which is one of the ancient monasteries of Ladakh on the way. Another popular site among the tourists is the Giant Buddha at Mulbek. Once you reach Kargil, take a look at the landscape by the evening and as its night have a stay in the hotel at Kargil.

Day 07: Kargil- Srinagar via Zojila pass

After finishing your breakfast in the morning hours of the day, get on your driving convenience and head towards Srinagar. The traveling distance from Kargil sector to Srinagar is about 294 km which concludes by the end of 6 hours. You are going to move past Zojila pass which is at an altitude of 11,574 ft. This pass is the second highest point on Leh- Srinagar artery. You are going to witness the beautiful landscape of Ladakh during the trail over the Grand Trunk Road. As you arrive in the summer capital of the state get into your hotels and take rest for the remaining part of the day.

Day 08: Drop at Airport

The concluding day of this safari ends today. You are probably going to do some sightseeing in the capital in the former part of the day and head back towards Airport by the time it is evening. This expedition will surely get into your golden memories and you will recall it every time someone talks about an adventure in a life.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled or change of dates might happen, and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

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It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organizing your trip at least three months in advance. Please contact us for more information. Payment for booking your experience: The fee can be paid by Online Bank Transfer(NEFT)/Cheque deposit/ Demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your booking confirmation details via email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can secure your reservation efficiently and make further arrangements to logistics. In the event of cancellation of your booking due to any avoidable / unavoidable circumstances at your end, we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive the advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows: -

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    When to come?

    Ladakh is open for tourists throughout the year, while the best period for the cultural tour is between April and October ending. For adventure tours June to October is the suitable period. Most of the trekking routes are closed after November due to snow at high passes except the Liker to Khaltsey trek. The best period for Chadar-trek (frozen river trek) to Zanskar is from January to mid-March.

    The festivals of Stok, Matho and New Year take place in winter and it is possible to visit monasteries in winters. There are few hotels and guest houses with heating facilities in Leh that provide accommodation in winter.

    Getting Acquainted: Ladakh is spread over an area of 97,000 Sq. Kms and lies on an average of 3500 meters above the sea level. Ladakh has a population of around 1,70,000.

    Climate: Temperature in summer (June to September) can touch 35 c and minus 30 c in late December and January. Annual rainfall is 6’’

    Visa and Permit: Tourist can reach Leh with normal Indian tourist visa and does not require any special visa or permit. However, the foreign tourists are required to register themselves at Drass, Rumtse and Sarchu if they are travelling by road. Those travelling by air get themselves registered at the airport. The tourist, both foreign and domestic are required to get permit for restricted areas like Tsomoriri, Tsokar, Pangong Lakes, Dhahanu and Nubra Valley, Which can obtained through registered travel agencies.

    Currency, Money Exchange & credit Card: The local currency is Indian Rupees. There are authorized agencies for money exchange for USD or Euro traveler cheque and cash. You should insist for a receipt, which will help you in reconverting the money whenever you desire. Credit Cards are accepted by major Travel Agents, hotels and antique shops on paying 2.5% service charge.

    Time difference: The Indian Standard time (IST) is as per the calculation done in the Allahabad city. IST is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of London, 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Paris and about 10 hours and 30 minutes behind the New York City.

    How to Reach?

    The Air india, Jet airways, go air, vistra etc operate New Delhi to Leh,Srinagar to Leh, Jammu to Leh, Chandigarh to Leh and also Mumbai to Leh.

    Road: The Srinagar Leh road remains open from early April to December. And the Manali-Leh road remains open from early June to mid–November

    What To Bring

    Clothing: The temperature in mid summer is pleasant requiring T-shirt and shorts in the daytime but in evening temperature drips and you need jacket or pullover. While trekking above 4000m, you need warm cloths. Sometimes there is rain or snow in early June and August. Therefore, you need wind sheeter or raincoat.

    Shoes: Good waterproof shoes are needed while trekking and extra Pair of shoes or slippers is useful while crossing the rivers.

    Ruck Sack:Two ruck sacks are needed. One small handbag for your camera, water bottle, pack lunch and a space for jacket. Bigger one to carrying clothes with extra layer to be safe from rain and dust. Sleeping Bag: Summer sleeping bag is enough if you are travelling between mid June to mid September and warm winter sleeping bag is required if you are travelling between mid September to mid June. You can also rent very good sleeping bags from trekking companies in Leh.

    Avoid Acute Mountain Sickness: Acute mountain sickness can occur to any one at an altitude above 10,000 ft. above sea level, therefore, make it sure to take complete rest on the day of arrival.

    Accommodation: There are hundreds of family run hotel and Guest Houses in Leh to suit every pocket.

    Food: All the hotel and restaurants serve Local Ladakhi, Tibetan, Indian, Chinese, Italian and continental cuisines.

    Street Hawkers: Generally there are no street hawkers in Leh Town, but at time you might come across people in the street trying to lure you to their shops. You should discourage such practices, it may cause inconvenience to you later.

    Telecommunication facility: Telephone & Fax facilities are available in Leh, Padum, Kargil and Nubra Valley.

    Postal Service: Foreign airmail rate is Rs 15 for a letter,which is not exceeding 20 grams in weight for Australia,Japan,Europe and America .For aerogramme Rs 8.50 and Post Card Rs 8/-.

    Internet Service: Internet and e-mail services are available in the Leh town.

    Clicking portraits of interesting people: it would be advisable to ask before clicking a picture of individual or even group of people. However, a tourist should refuse to give money if asked for.

    Drinking Water: It would be convenient to carry a water purification set with you on a trek. It is even safe to use boiled fresh water during the trek.The Dzomsa Laundry in the main market sell high pressure boiled water for Rs 7 per liter. You can bring your water bottle or container to get it filled with the chemical-free safe drinking water at the Dzomsa Laundry.

    Plastic Bags: Ladakh is perhaps the only region in India where the use of plastic bag is officially banned. So, the plastic carry bags that you see in other parts of India are not seen in Leh. However, market goods in readymade plastics packages are there. A trekker should ensure that the biodegradable camping wastes are buried properly and burn the non biodegradable ones before they move further.

    National Park: All the trekking routes fall under the sensitive wildlife habitat area including the Hemis National Park. In fact Ladakh is a place where villages are part of the vast wilderness that harbours rich but sparse wildlife. Some of the species are even endangered ones. Therefore, one should be extremely careful about not causing any disturbance to the vulnerable wildlife habitat while on trek.

    Hiring Taxi from outside Leh: Hired taxis from outside Ladakh are not allowed to be used for local sightseeing and jeep-safari. You can book the non-local taxis only to drop you at Leh or for your return trip while leaving Ladakh. You have to hire local taxis for local sightseeing and jeep safaris. However, there is no restriction for those traveling in their own private cars.

    Ladakh experiences considerable fluctuations in the day and night temperatures, even during the summer. While the days are pretty warm, sometimes even hot due to the effect of the rugged topography, the evenings can become chilly, requiring additional clothing. It is, therefore, advisable to keep a pullover and / or an anorak or jacket handy. Sturdy walking shoes with strong rubber / synthetic soles for grip, cotton socks (woolen for late autumn tours besides and trekking trips are some of the other items required for the trip.

    Following is a list of some recommendations for your Ladakh visit (you can download here the Ladakh Trip Advisory for your ready reference):

    Dress / Equipment

    Comfortable trousers, preferably of warm material (cotton or wool mix) and / or Jeans.

    Thermal undergarments & sweat shirts / warm shirts for trips during April - May & from Mid September onwards).

    A full-sleeved pullover as well as a half sleeved sweeter (for use during warm days).

    Wind proof outer wear / jacket / parka, sun hat and a pair of good quality sunglasses with sufficient filter-factor to check the sun's ultraviolet rays.

    A cap or balaclava (for use when the weather turns bad especially for trips to the higher places such as Pangong Lake, Tsomo-riri, Khadongla and the Manali-Leh road journeys.

    Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers with thick cotton socks (avoid fancy shoes/sandals).

    For ladies : Trousers or Shalwar suite (worn over thermal inner or tights during April through May & from September onwards only), woolen sweaters / cardigans, a windproof jacket or a shawl, walking shoes with comfortable soles / sneakers. (Avoid Saris & Sandals).

    It is also suggested to carry a flashlight on the tour, especially for those spending nights outside Leh town such as Pangong Lake, Tsomoriri Lake, Nubra Valley and on trekking trips.

    Miscellaneous

    All essential medicines, including those prescribed by personal physician (if any)

    Sun screen, lip- salve, moisturizers, antiseptic creams, etc.

    Medicines for altitude sickness, if required.

    Acclimatization

    If you are traveling to Leh by air, you must take complete rest for a day for adjustment to the high altitude and low oxygen level of Ladakh. High altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a risky condition faced by tourists who do not allow sufficient time for acclimatization upon reaching Leh.

    The most common symptoms of altitude sickness are breathlessness, coughing, disturbed sleep, headache, inability to concentrate; lassitude, loss of appetite, nausea etc. Following precautions are recommended to avoid being affected by high altitude problems:

    Take complete rest at least for a day after arrival;

    Move about slowly and breathe deeply till your body becomes used to the high altitude and low level of oxygen.

    Take plenty of fluid.

    Important – It's generally suggested that one Diamox tablet per day should be taken for 2- 3 days prior to your departure for Leh by air, and continue it within Ladakh for a day or two, if required, to overcome the effect of high altitude.

    However, you MUST consult your doctor and confirm if you can take diuretic medicines like Diamox.

    Remember : You might feel ‘ normal ' upon landing at Leh, but that's an illusion which needs to be ignored because the effect of the altitude and low oxygen level hits you slowly. It is important that you do not exert yourself on the first couple of days after reaching Leh, as your body needs time to acclimatize. Visa and Permit : Foreign Tourists can visit Ladakh on a normal Indian tourist visa and no special visa or permit is required to visit Ladakh. However, all tourists to Ladakh, whether domestic or foreigner, are required to obtain Protected Area Permit / Inner-line Permit from the Deputy Commissioner Leh's office for visiting the restricted areas like Tsomoriri, Tsokar, Pangong Lakes, Dah-Hanou and the Nubra Valley. The services of a registered travel agency should be taken to get these permits.

    Credit Card / Cash : For purchase of commodities or services or souvenirs cash is generally sought as Credit Card charging is not common and is uncertain due to frequent connectivity problems.

    ATM : State Bank of India & J&K Bank has ATM points in Leh & Kargil town. Punjab National Bank operates an ATM point in Leh. These remain mostly crowded with long queues. Sometimes they even run out of cash.

    Mobile Phone Service : Mobile phones with post-paid connection of BSNL are operational in most parts of Ladakh. In Leh Town area postpaid connections of Airtel & Vodafone Networks also work fairly well.

    ID Card / ID Proof : Remember to carry a valid photo ID Card with you. This will be useful for a variety of purposes – identification at checkpoint, getting Restricted/ Protected Area Permits, Check-in at airports / hotels etc.

    Useful Tips : In Ladakh, you will find a culture in rapid transition, yet one in which the traditional values are still largely intact. In order to make your visit to Ladakh more pleasant, both for yourself and for the host community, following steps / precautions may be helpful.

    Dress Code : Please avoid wearing shorts and sleeveless shirts, blouses, tops, undershirts etc. in public and especially in monasteries, mosques, temples, gurudhwaras, and churches. The same holds true on the trekking routes. While short clothing is acceptable in camp-sites away from human habitation, they should be changed for trousers, slacks and blouses in villages where you might stop. Under no event should swimwear (and for women bikini tops) be worn in public as these may be taken as sexually provocative and be a cause of possible harassment.

    Behaviour Code : Please keep your affection for your partner as a private matter and confined to your own rooms or tents, but not for public display, on the street, in religious buildings, in restaurants or at public events.

    Photography : Please do not take photographs of local people without seeking permission, nor of, or within, any religious building and of any religious ceremony, without permission of the official in-charge of the concerned religious place. Remember that the intense light of flash photography is damaging to ancient wall paintings and tapestries placed in the monasteries.

    Comfortable clothes

    Good quality trekking shoes, slippers and extra pair of socks

    Sunscreen lotion or any other skin moisturisers

    Water bottles, trendy backpack and energy bars/snacks

    A pair of sunglasses and camera

    Caps or hats

    Personal toiletries and basic medication (if any)

    Flash light (with spare batteries)

    Insect repellent and emergency medical kit

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