Tour 3 Kashmir To Ladakh

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Day 01: ARRIVAL SRINAGAR + LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

This day we take utmost privilege in cordially welcoming you to experience and explore the holistic delight of Kashmir- the heaven on earth! Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. After getting luggage at the airport we proceed to check in our hotel in Srinagar. This day you may take a walk around, feel the surroundings of Dal lake nearby walking distance. After check-in proceed for Local sightseeing covering the famous Mughal Gardens Nishat Bagh “Abode of Pleasure on the shore of the Dal Lake”, Shalimar Bagh “Abode of Love built by Jahangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan”, Cheshma Shahi & Pari Mahal. In the evening proceed for Shikara Ride on Dal Lake, this ride is one of the most soothing, restful aspects of a holiday in Jammu and Kashmir. Visit to floating gardens (raadh) is yet another wonderful experience. A cluster of Lotus flowers amidst the lake is a heavenly sight. Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel in SRINAGAR.

Day 02: SONAMARG DAY TRIP                                    

Today after Breakfast, proceed for a day excursion to Sonamarg (Golden Meadow). Sonamarg lies in Sindh Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonamarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes. Enjoy horse riding up to Thajiwas glacier and sledge riding on snow (on direct payment). In the evening return back to Srinagar. Overnight stay in Hotel in Srinagar.

Day 03: DOODHPATHRI DAY TRIP

The place is just 42kms away from Srinagar, it's a beautiful place with carpet like meadows and A flowing river resounds with soft wind passing through the pine trees of the enclosures of the valley. It is also called as a VALLEY OF MILK because it produces rich milk in a large quantity It is said that the cattle grazing in the meadows of Doodpathri, produces rich milk in large quantity , this reason it is called the valley of milk Doodhpathri. Later drive back to Srinagar. Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.

Day 04: SRINAGAR – GULMARG

After Breakfast, proceed to Gulmarg, the Meadow of Flowers, 2730 mts above sea level Gulmarg offers spectacular views of snow capped mountain peaks, conifer forests and green meadows; it is home to the highest 18 hole golf course of the world. Thereafter time is free for activities on your own. You may enjoy an optional sledge ride on the snow covered slopes upto Apharwat Peak, Alpathar Lake (on direct payment basis). Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in GULMARG.

Day 05: GULMARG – PAHALGAM

After Breakfast, drive to Pahalgam Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. Enroute visiting Saffron fields, Awantipur ruins (1100 yrs old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiverma), see the beautiful countryside on the way and lot of rice fields. Drive through pine forests. Now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25°C. After lunch have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains. Dinner and Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

Day 06: IN PAHALGAM

After breakfast proceed for a drive towards Betaab Valley, Aru Valley & Chandanwadi (at own cost – only cars operated by locals are allowed). Witness the striking beauty of mountains. Enjoy walking around Aru Village. A walk along the Lidder stream towards Pahalgam from Aru Village is very highly recommended for Nature Lovers. Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam.

Day 07: PAHALGAM – SRINAGAR, HOUSEBOAT STAY
After breakfast check out from Pahalgam and transfer to Srinagar, on arrival check in at Houseboat. Also visit the famous Shankaracharya Temple of Kashmir. In the evening proceed for Shikara Ride on Dal Lake; this ride is one of the most soothing, restful aspects of a holiday in Jammu and Kashmir. Visit to floating gardens (raadh) is yet another wonderful experience. A cluster of Lotus flowers amidst the lake is a heavenly sight. Dinner & Overnight stay in houseboat in Srinagar.

 Day 08: SRINAGAR TO LEH

 The tour is about seeing the beauty of nature, culture, tradition, and landscapes of Ladakh in the shortest period of time covering the major attractions in the Ladakh region.   Arrive in Leh Kushok Bakula Airport. This must be one of the most sensational flights in the World. On a clear day from one side of the aircraft can be seen in the distance the peak of K2, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum and on the other side of the aircraft, so close that you feel you could reach out and touch it, is the Nun Kun peak. Upon arrival you will greet by our representative and transfer to hotel for check in. Half day for rest and leisure to acclimatize. Evening visit to Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh Market. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 09 : EXCURSION TO SHAM VALLEY (50 KMS / 03 HRS – ONE WAY

After breakfast you drive down stream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start your sightseeing with Hall Of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for everyone, and proceed further to Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, a Sikh temple about 22 Kms from Leh. It was constructed in memory of Guru Nanak. A drive of another 4 km will take us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. As you move ahead from Magnetic Hills just before Nimmu Village, there comes the famous Confluence Of Two Rivers Indus River coming from Tibet (left) and Zanskar River coming from Zanskar Valley (right). Zanskar River is known for its famous Chadar Trek.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 spituk monastery. Later we drive back to Leh. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

DAY 10: NUBRA VALLEY VIA KHARDUNG LA 18,380 FT. (130 KMS / 5 HRS)

Post breakfast we 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 / 18,380 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 in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. Enjoy a double hump camel ride in the sand dunes and witness a cultural show by the locals in the traditional dress. Overnight Stay at the Camp.

Day 11: HUNDER - TURTUK - BACK TO HUNDER ( 5-6 hrs ).

After breakfast drive to Turtuk village which was first time opened for the tourist in the year 2010. It is a popular place captured by Indians in the war of 1972 with Pakistan. The village of Turtuk is one of the only Balti villages in India and lies right next to the LOC. On a clear day you may also have a glimpse of the mighty K2 mountain peak located across the border in Pakistan. Reach Hunder by evening. Overnight in hunder, Nubra Valley.

 DAY 12 : NUBRA VALLEY TO PANGONG LAKE (170 KMS / 7 HRS)

After an early breakfast we check out from Camp and drive towards pangong Lake. It is indeed a strange sight since immediately on the left of the road is Rocky Mountains that characterize the Ladakhi landscape and in the distance can be seen snow-capped mountains. On the return stop at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and continue your drive to the most famous lake. Overnight near Pangong lake.

Day 13 : PANGONG LAKE TO LEH VIA CHANGLA (150 KMS / 6 HRS)

Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to Leh via Changla Pass 5486m, (the third highest motorable road in the world) enroute visiting Thiksey monastery resembles the potala in lhasa, 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. Drive further to Leh and check in at your hotel for Overnight.

Day 14: DEPARTURE DAY

Tour concludes. India Tours & Travels thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward Destination.

 

THE ABOVE PACKAGE TOUR COST INCLUDES: -

  • Assistance upon arrival.
  • Traditional welcome in the Hotel with Welcome Drink (Hot Tea / Coffee / Kahwa) on arrival
  • 13 Nights Accommodation in Kashmir & leh on tripple sharing Basis as per the Itinerary with Breakfast and Dinner
  • Morning Tea / Coffee with Biscuits on the day of departure
  • Return airport and round trip transfeINR  along with all sightseeing touINR  by Non-Ac  | Xylo | Mahindra XUV OR Tempo Traveler (as per the option selected by client) for all Categories except for Standard Package for which we’ll use Scorpio|Qualis OR Sumo Grand as per the itinerary
  • Pick Up: Srinagar Airport
  • Drop: Leh Airport.

THE ABOVE PACKAGE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:-

  • Any Airfare or Government Goods & Service tax
  • Any Kind of PeINR onal Expenses or Optional TouINR  / Extra Meals Ordered
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
  • The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary
  • Guide fee, Camera fee & any monument Entrances
  • Medical & Travel insurance
  • Any changes you may choose to make during your tour
  • Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc
  • Any additional use of taxis

Places

Deluxe & Super Deluxe

Srinagar

   Shefaf Hotel

Srinagar houseboat

  Floating Heaven

Gulmarg

  Royal Park

Pahalgam

Himalaya house

 

Leh

Grand Yasmin / Togochey

 

Nubra

Summer Camp

 

Pangong

Regel camp

 

 11 PAX  & 4 Children (complimentary) basis cost per person: Rs 30300-/ + 5% GST

NOTE:  Rs 600 Inner Permit will be charged for 12+ years in ladakh

Jammu and Kashmir is home to several valleys such as the Kashmir Valley, Tawi Valley, Chenab Valley, Poonch Valley, Sind Valley and Lidder Valley. The main Kashmir Valley is 100 km (62 mi) wide and 15,520.3 km2 (5,992.4 sq mi) in area. The Himalayas divide the Kashmir valley from Ladakh while the Pir Panjal range, which encloses the valley from the west and the south, separates it from the Great Plains of northern India. Along the northeastern flank of the Valley runs the main range of the Himalayas. This densely settled and beautiful valley has an average height of 1,850 metres (6,070 ft above sea-level but the surrounding Pir Panjal range has an average elevation of 5,000 metres (16,000 ft).Because of Jammu and Kashmir's wide range of elevations, its biogeography is diverse.Northwestern thorn scrub forests and Himalayan subtropical pine forests are found in the low elevations of the far southwest. These give way to a broad band of western Himalayan broadleaf forests running from northwest-southeast across the Kashmir Valley. Rising into the mountains, the broadleaf forests grade into western Himalayan subalpine conifer forests. Above the tree line are found northwestern Himalayan alpine shrub and meadows. Much of the northeast of the state is covered by the Karakoram-West Tibetan Plateau alpine steppe. Around the highest elevations, there is no vegetation, simply rock and ice.

Ladakh

 ("land of high passes")  is a region in Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir that currently extends from the Kunlun mountain range to the main Great Himalayas to the south, inhabited by people of Indo-Aryan and Tibetan descent.It is one of the most sparsely populated regions in Jammu and Kashmir and its culture and history are closely related to that of Tibet.Historically, the region included the Baltistan (Baltiyul) valleys (now mostly in Pakistan), the entire upper Indus Valley, the remote Zanskar, Lahaul and Spiti to the south, much of Ngari including the Rudok region and Guge in the east, Aksai Chin in the northeast (extending to the Kun Lun Mountains), and the Nubra Valley to the north over Khardong La in the Ladakh Range. Contemporary Ladakh borders Tibet to the east, the Lahaul and Spiti regions to the south, the Vale of Kashmir, Jammu and Baltiyul regions to the west, and the southwest corner of Xinjiang across the Karakoram Pass in the far north. Ladakh is renowned for its remote mountain beauty and culture. Aksai Chin is one of the disputed border areas between China and India. It is administered by China as part of Hotan County but is also claimed by India as a part of the Ladakh region of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. In 1962, China and India fought a brief war over Aksai Chin and Arunachal Pradesh, but in 1993 and 1996 the two countries signed agreements to respect the Line of Actual Control.In the past Ladakh gained importance from its strategic location at the crossroads of important trade routes, but since the Chinese authorities closed the borders with Tibet and Central Asia in the 1960s, international trade has dwindled except for tourism. Since 1974, the Government of India has successfully encouraged tourism in Ladakh. Since Ladakh is a part of strategically important Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian military maintains a strong presence in the region.The largest town in Ladakh is Leh, followed by Kargil.Almost half of Ladakhis are Shia Muslims and the rest are mostly Tibetan Buddhists.Some Ladakhi activists have in recent times called for Ladakh to be constituted as a union territory because of perceived unfair treatment by Kashmir and Ladakh's cultural differences with predominantly Muslim Kashmir.In terms of pronunciation, the use of "Ladakh, the Persian transliteration of the Tibetan La-dvags, is warranted by the pronunciation of the word in several Tibetan districts.Rock carvings found in many parts of Ladakh indicate that the area has been inhabited from Neolithic times.Ladakh's earliest inhabitants consisted of a mixed Indo-Aryan population of Mons and Dards, who find mention in the works of Herodotus, Nearchus, Megasthenes, Pliny, Ptolemy, and the geographical lists of the Puranas. Around the 1st century, Ladakh was a part of the Kushana empire. Buddhism spread into western Ladakh from Kashmir in the 2nd century when much of eastern Ladakh and western Tibet was still practising the Bon religion. The 7th century Buddhist traveler Xuanzang describes the region in his accounts.In the 8th century, Ladakh was involved in the clash between Tibetan expansion pressing from the East and Chinese influence exerted from Central Asia through the passes.[citation needed] Suzerainty over Ladakh frequently changed hands between China and Tibet. In 842 Nyima-Gon, a Tibetan royal representative annexed Ladakh for himself after the break-up of the Tibetan empire, and founded a separate Ladakhi dynasty. During this period Ladakh acquired a predominantly Tibetan population. The dynasty spearheaded the second spreading of Buddhism, importing religious ideas from north-west India, particularly from Kashmir. The first spreading of Buddhism was the one in Tibet proper.