An Apricot flower festival is being held in the Union Territory of Ladakh this April to showcase the beauty of apricot flower.
As the spring season arrives, it brings with it a perfect opportunity to explore the beauty of nature. This year, from April 13th to 22nd, Ladakh is hosting the Apricot Blossom Festival, a feast for the eyes and the soul.
However, the blooms have a short lifespan, so it is advisable to capture their splendour while they last. These blooms make for excellent photo opportunities & are a must see for all nature enthusiasts.
The Ladakh Tourism department is organizing this festival, providing tourists with a chance to experience the region’s culture and traditions. The comfortable and pleasant weather in April makes it an ideal time to indulge in outdoor activities while enjoying the beauty of the apricot blossoms.
Apart from the natural beauty of the blooms, the festival will also offer an array of vibrant cultural programs, showcasing Ladakh’s unique and colorful heritage. The festival is also an excellent opportunity to shop for locally made handicrafts, which are always an exciting feature of the Apricot Blossom Festival.
The festivities are not just limited to cultural activities, as local vendors will be selling an array of apricot products, including jams, dried apricots, juices, and wine.
Day 1 Leh Arrive at Leh.
In the evening Visit Shanti Stupa – peace seat of Japanese Buddhists, inaugurated by Dalai Lama
Activities : Monuments & Historical Places
Day 2 Leh – Alchi – UlleyTokpo.
Morning proceed to Ulley Tokpo. En-route visit Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Magnetic hill and Indus Zaskar sangam followed by visit to Alchi Gompa. It bears the name of Alchi from the language of pre-Tibetan Dardic inhabitants. The AlchiChos-khor consists of unique paintings, which may be attributed from the mid to late 11th century and was constructed by the famous translator Rinchen Zangpo. The paintings are characterized according to the Tabo and Tholing. At the entrance gate, light stupas are constructed and are known as Kakinichoten. Overnight in Ulley Tokpo.
Activities : Monuments & Historical Places
Day 3 UlleyTokpo – Aryan valley ( Dha, Gharkon )
Today morning proceed to Aryan Valley – famously known as the 'Last Aryan Villages of India”. Drive on the banks of Indus river and enjoy the scenic beauty. Enroute visit the quaint villages of Dah is among the few villages that are home to the ethnic Drogpa tribe of Leh, renowned for their hospitality. They are said to be the descendants of the original Aryan or Indo-European race. These villages are a great way to explore the cultural diversity of the region and a huge pull for photographers, who love to capture portraits and scenery. The tribes have a unique ornamentation style and interesting headgear that makes for great pictures.
Activities : Monuments & Historical Places
Day 4 Aryan valley – Kargil
Today morning proceed to Kargil. Enroute visit Gharkon village. Explore this beautiful village by taking a village walk. Photograph yourself in the traditional costumes. Later proceed to Kargil.
Activities : Sightseeing
Day 5 Kargil – Drass – Hundarmaan – Kargil
Visit Kargil war museum at Drass – the second coldest inhabited place in the world. Later proceed to visit Hundurmaan – The forgotten border Village, once an outpost on the historic Silk Route, the strategically-sensitive Himalayan hamlet has witnessed four wars with Pakistan, including the most recent Kargil war.
Activities : Sightseeing
Day 6 Kargil –Lamayuru – Leh
Drive to Leh over Namika-la pass, visit Mulbekh where there is a Chamba statue carved out of a single rock approximately 50 ft. high, over Fatu-la (4,087 Mts.) which is the highest pass on Leh – Srinagar road. Visit Lamayuru monastery which is the unique and oldest monastery in Ladakh. After viewing fascinating view of granite colour soil rocks. Arrive in Leh. On arrival visit Hall of Fame War Museum (Subject to Operation).
Activities : Sightseeing
Day 7 Departure.
Departure from leh Board the flight to your hometown. Tour concludes.
Activities : Sightseeing
| No of pax | Age Limit | Price per pax (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Above 12 years | 46990 / Adult( With Tax ) |
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