8 Nights Ladakh With Umlingla Pass Tour

Arrive at Leh Airport and transfer to Hotel. Complete rest for the first half. After lunch if suitable visit sun set famous Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace and Leh Market. Shanti Stupa: Shanti Stupa in Leh stands as a white-domed Buddhist Stupa built to promote world peace and prosperity. The unique structure and picturesque view of the surrounding areas make it a niche for photographers and a perfect place to meditate. Take the staircase for a fun and satisfying adventure. Shanti Stupa looks beautiful and serene in all seasons, especially when it snows. Let your curiosity lead you to this peaceful place that will mesmerize you with its beauty and calmness. Leh Palace: The Leh Palace, a 17th-century former royal palace, is a central attraction in Leh. Modeled after the Potala Palace in Tibet, it houses a museum and prayer room. The palace's rooftop offers a sweeping view of Leh and the Zanskar mountains. Despite being partly in ruins, the palace still boasts ancient relics, paintings, utensils, and artefacts that are almost 450 years old. The palace is a sight to behold when lit up during special occasions like the Galdam Namchot festival. Under the Archaeological Survey of India, the palace is being renovated to preserve the history of the Namgyal dynasty in Leh. Leh Main Market: The Leh Main Market is a vibrant and lively hub in Ladakh, offering a variety of products ranging from jewelry and clothing to groceries and local street food. With a fanciful arrangement of stores, shops, and stalls, the market is an attractive destination to browse and find items of your choice. Shopkeepers and sellers are easily accessible and eager to help you navigate the bustling market. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Themes : Sightseeing

After breakfast, drive to a full day excursion to Sangam view where Indus & Zanskar river meets. You may opt for river rafting (own cost). After that visit Magnetic Hill: Magnetic Hill, situated on the Leh-Kargil Highway, is a remarkable stretch of road that seems to defy the laws of gravity. It's situated approximately 30 km from Leh City and is a must-see destination if you're on a trip in the area. What makes Magnetic Hill so popular among tourists is its ability to pull stationary vehicles towards it. Numerous tales and hypotheses have been linked to this peculiar phenomenon, which has transformed it into a must-visit location and a much-needed rest stop for weary travellers on the highway. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib: Gurdwara Pathar Sahib holds great religious significance for Sikhs. It was constructed in 1517 to honor Guru Nanak's visit to Ladakh. According to legend, while meditating at this site, Guru Nanak was attacked by a demon who threw a boulder at him. Instead of harming him, the boulder turned soft upon touching his body, surprising the demon who then repented and promised to live a peaceful life. Today, the sacred rock is covered with a veil and enshrined in the gurdwara. Devotees are greeted by a white board containing holy verses and the Mool Mantra from the Guru Granth Sahib, the primary Sikh scripture. Drive back to visit Spituk Monastery – home for the wish fulfilling Kali Mata and Hall of fame – a war memorial Museum. Overnight stay at hotel in Leh.

Themes : Sightseeing

After a leisurely morning breakfast drive to Nubra valley (The valley of flowers) via Khardung la, (18,300 feet) considered as one of the highest motor able road in the World. The view from top of the passes is amazing. One can see all the way south over the Indus valley to the seemingly endless peaks.

After explores we drive toward the down Hunder past an area of rolling sand dunes, one can see double hump Camel and visitors can take a camel safari (Own cost) here. Dinner and overnight in Nubhra Valley.

Themes : Camel Safari

After Breakfast check out and leave for Pangong Lake 14,500 ft, approx. 6 – 7 Hrs drive en route visit Diskit monastery and Maître Buddha statue, Arrival at Camp, later free time at Leisure and enjoy the color changing lake and the sun set on the banks of lake.
Overnight stay at Pangong Lake.

Themes : Sightseeing

After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Hanle, by crossing Chushul Village, Chushul War Memorial , Tsaga La (15,200 Ft) enjoy the drive upto Hanle, is home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory. The location of the village and the observatory are highly sensitive due to the close proximity of the Tibetan / Chinese border, India set up the Himalayan Chandra Telescope, a 2m gamma ray telescope. Once complete the Major Atmospheric Cerenkov Experiment Telescope gamma ray telescope under construction they will be the world's largest telescope at the highest altitude and the second largest gamma ray telescope in the world. As per history, it is believed that King Singge Namgyal died here at Hanle while on his return from an expedition Mongols. Enjoy the stay with locals at local guest house. Overnight stay at Hanle.

Themes : Sightseeing

After breakfast at Hotel / Guest house drive to Umling La or Umlung La is a mountain pass in Ladakh, India on the ridgeline between Koyul Lungpa and the Indus River near Demchok. At an elevation of 5,640 metres (18,500 ft), it forms the source for the Umlung stream that drains into the Indus and a tributary of the Kiungdul river that drains into Koyul Lungpa. which ascends to a great height of 5,798.251 m (19,024 ft 0.73 in) in the vicinity of the pass, making it the world's highest motorable road. after explore drive back to Hanle for dinner and overnight stay

Themes : Trekking

After breakfast check out and drive to Tsomoriri Lake cross Mahe Bridge, on the way to the Lake. Arrival at Korzok by late noon. Evening take a walk around the Lake to enjoy the scenic beauty. Overnight stay at Korzok (Tsomoriri).

Themes : Sightseeing

After breakfast retrace the route down to Puga Sumdo and then follow the road across the Polokongka Pass (4920 mtrs) to visit Tsokar Lake, a Salt Lake system in the Rupsho plateau which is home of the Changa nomads and support many rare wild life species. After sightseeing of the area take the Manali-Leh road to return to Leh, crossing Taglang-la pass (alt: 17,585ft) en- route. Arrive at hotel in Leh for dinner and overnight.

Themes : Sightseeing

Early morning transfer to the airport and fly back to your destination with Sweet Memories of Ladakh.

Themes : Sightseeing