Discover Mini Tibet in Leh – Ladakkh With Starry Nights In Hanle – 15 Days
- 15 Days
- Maximum Capacity: 20
- If Cancelled, Please Refer To Our Cancellation Policy
Adult
Description
Remote, robust Ladakh is making a name for itself as a paradise for adventurous walkers. The high-altitude desert region in northern India is lined by the enormous peaks of the western Himalaya, Karakoram range and Tibetan Plateau which are soaked with a history stretching back centuries.
Our journey goes from New Delhi to the regional capital Leh, We then set off on a fairly gentle trekking adventure, allowing us to marvel at rough mountain ranges, discover Buddhist monasteries and find out why this culturally rich region has got the nickname Little Tibet.
From the capital town, Leh, to the famous monastery land, Hanle Village, our exceptional Leh Tour with Hanle will offer you a memory of a lifetime. The village of Hanle in Leh was termed after the river, Hanle which is famed for its monasteries, landscapes, mountain ranges and world’s highest observatory.
Duration
15 Days, 14 Nights
Language
English
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore Leh's bazaars and monasteries
Visit Shey and Tikse's ancient gompas
Trek through scenic Himalayan landscapes
Discover the unique Moon Land in Ladakh
Stargaze at the world's highest observatory
Included
- 14 Nights’ Of Accommodation In 3 Star Hotels As Per Desire With Base Category Of Rooms At Each Place
- Daily Breakfast At All The Hotels
- All Transportation, Driver And Sightseeing Tours Using An AC Medium Car.
- Sightseeing As Per Tour Program.
- Explore Leh's bazaars and monasteries
- Visit Shey and Tikse's ancient gompas
- Trek through scenic Himalayan landscapes
- Discover the unique Moon Land in Ladakh
- Stargaze at the world's highest observatory
- All Taxes, Parking, Toll Charges, Driver Allowance, And Service Charges
- All Pick-Ups & Drop-Offs As Per Itinerary.
Excluded
- Medical Insurance Of Any Kind
- Any Domestic / International Flight Fares
- Any Meals ( Unless Specified )
- Anything Except In Inclusions.
- Any Guide Services & Monument Fees As Per Tour Plan
- Any Expenses Arising Out Of Unforeseen Circumstances Like Flight Delay/Cancellation/Fare Hike, Strike Or Any Other Natural Calamities.
- Personal Nature Expenses I.E. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, And Tipping
Travel Itinerary
1 - Start Delhi
Welcome to Delhi, a fascinating city full of life and cultural enthrall. To make the start of your adventure easy, we have arranged arrival transfers for the travelers provided you have supplied your flight details in advance. Night stay is in New Delhi
2 - Fly to Leh; rest of the time to acclimatize
We have a very early start today for the flight to Leh. Sometimes we might have to leave the hotel at 2am and drive straight to the airport to board early morning exciting flight which is worth over the Himalayas. Flying straight to the high altitude of Leh (11,485ft/3,500m) can take your breath away (literally) and so we have to focus on familiarizing for the first few days.
In the morning, we rest and catch up on sleep. In the afternoon, there will be a gentle orientation walk of Leh and its bazaars.
3 - Drive To Shey Palace; Brief Walk To Thiksey Monastery
Today you will explore two of the major gompas [Buddhist monasteries]. First, we shall drive to Shey, a former majestic palace of the Ladakh kings. Inside is a small temple encompassing a 350-year-old copper-and-gold statue of the Buddha.
Then from Shey, we walk across the fields approximately for two hours on a good, level trail to Tikse, where we visit the hilltop monastery; its red-and-white edifices can be seen for a great distance. We can sightsee the temples and courtyards and can convene with red-robed monks who live here. In one of the temples, there is a 50ft (15m) high statue of the Future Buddha. Later return back to Leh for leisure and rest. Night stay is in Leh
4 - Half-Time Walk To Leh Palace And Sankar Monastery; Optional 4WD Trip To The Khardung Pass
Today we will take a familiarization walk round the Leh Valley. Established above Leh on the Namgyal Hill are the remains of the Old Royal Palace; from here, a curving path takes us to the Tsemo Monastery, where our energies are pleased with splendid views of the whole of Leh and its surrounding villages
Inclining round the back of the palace, we walk via Sankar to the newly built Japanese Peace Pagoda. This huge stupa overlooks Leh and we have spectacular views of the town and the Stok mountain range across the valley.
If you want then you can take an optional 4 X 4 trip to the nerve-jangling Khardung La, one of the highest motorable roads in the world at 18,379ft (5,602m) above sea level and once a route for Silk Road traders. On a clear day, we adore views over the mighty peaks of the Himalaya, including the Ladakh and Karakoram ranges. The journey to the top and back takes coarsely four to five hours and can be booked on direct payment basis.
5 - Drive To Yangtang, Visiting Basgo Fort And Likir
Today we leave Leh this morning, and incline to the Indus River with great vistas of the Zanskar River when it meets the mighty Indus. Plunging to the village of Nimmu, the road climbs to Basgo village where an old fort and temples seem to be built out of the mud cliffs. Ascending out of Basgo, we take a short stretch of straight road before turning off to Likir, to explore the monastery. The gompa is well kept and there is an active school for young monks.
Next drive will be to Yangtang village (12,083ft/3,683m). If time permits than we can discover the village and maybe visit the small school or watch the Ladakhis sowing barley and potatoes, the staple crops of these hardy mountain people. From Yangtang, there are delightful views over the village to the Zanskar mountains beyond.
6 - Start Trek To Ulley
We leave Yangtang and head north with impressive rock formations surrounding us.
During the first couple of hours of the walk today, we come across to some appealing erosion features, including peaks with rock boulders unstably balanced upon them. We arrive to our housing around lunchtime. In the afternoon, there is the chance to walk higher up the valley. This area is well famous for ibex, while snow leopards have also been seen here.
7 - Cross the Spangpo La to Hemis Shukpachen
Today we will go on an easy trail, climbing to our first pass, the Spangpo La (13,392ft/4,082m), with great views of the hills ahead and down to Hemis Shukpachen (12,018ft/3,663m). This peaceful village with a small gompa, green pastures and a clear stream is a lovely place to stay for the night. In the midafternoon, we can visit the monastery and can have a view around the village.
Accommodation: Village lodge
Distance covered: 5mi (8km)
Activity hours: 4hr 30min
8 - Cross The Mebtak La And The Lago La To Ang And Onto Temisgam
Today we cross the grasslands in a northwesterly direction, skirting the sides of the fields. After a stop at a chorten (a Buddhist shrine), we follow the track past the mature juniper trees (known locally as shukpa), after which the village is named. The route climbs easily to the Mebtek La (12,454ft/3,796m), from where we can admire the pink and mauve mountains ahead.
Then we slope down to the next valley and the trail ahead can just be made out as it zig-zags up the mountainside in the distance. The path curves till Lago La (12,572ft/3,832m) and from the top there are beautiful views across to the south side of the Indus Valley. The track slopes sharply from the pass to the village of Ang. This area is viewed as the richest in Ladakh and fields of barley, potatoes and orchards provide more than suitable food for these villages.
From Ang, it is an easy walk (might be somewhat hot and dusty) along the 4×4 track to Temisgam (10,682ft/3,256m). This is the largest, most prosperous village on the trek with fertile fields, spreading apple and apricot orchards, and large, white-washed Ladakhi homes, plus castle ruins and some temples you can visit.
Accommodation: Village homestay
Distance covered: 8mi (13km)
Activity hours: 5
9 - Trek To Khalsi, Crossing Bong Bong La And Drive To Lamayuru
Today we continue our hike through Temisgam village which will continue to Bong Bong La (11,910ft/3,630m), our last pass. As we trek up, we will see wide views of the Sham Valley, with streams and the Tia Monastery in the background. From here, we walk down to the nearest road to Khalsi. Later we shall be picked up and driven to Lamayuru. Shortly before the evening falls, we can get to know the village on a short walk.
Accommodation: Lodge
Distance covered: 9mi (14km)
Activity hours: 5hrs to 6hrs
10 - Drive to Alchi
In the morning, we see the 11th-century Lamayuru Monastery, which houses more than 150 monks and some of the largest thangas (traditional Buddhist paintings) in the world. On the ensuing journey, we cross one of the most extraordinary landscapes in Ladakh, which is called Moon Land due to the forms of erosion and unusual colours. In the afternoon we shall reach Alchi and can take a leisurely stroll through the village and see many barley fields, apple orchards and apricot trees.
Accommodation: Lodge
In the morning, we see the 11th-century Lamayuru Monastery, which houses more than 150 monks and some of the largest thangas (traditional Buddhist paintings) in the world. On the ensuing journey, we cross one of the most extraordinary landscapes in Ladakh, which is called Moon Land due to the forms of erosion and unusual colours. In the afternoon we shall reach Alchi and can take a leisurely stroll through the village and see many barley fields, apple orchards and apricot trees.
Accommodation: Lodge
11 - Alchi Monastery And Drive To Leh
In morning time we visit Alchi Monastery, a mesmerizing complex said to have been built around the 11th century by the Tibetan translator Richen Zangpo. Where other gompas in Ladakh are constructed on hilltops, Alchi was erected on the plains with gorgeous architecture including a Kashmiri-style assembly hall and wall paintings representing Ladakh kings in an captivating mixture of Buddhist and Kashmiri styles. After our stopover, we drive to Leh and check in to our hotel for overnight stay.
12 - Leh – Hanle
This day is schemed for yet another adventure at the Hanle village so that is what we will be doing! Post breakfast, we will be heading towards Hanle. Hanle village was named after the Hanle River and is known as the world’s highest observatory for stargazing. Are you a stargazing lover? If yes, then enjoy yourselves star gazing at some precious stars and other constellations in the sky for free!
According to some historical books, it is believed that King Singge Namgyal lost his life in Hanle while returning from an excursion with the Mongols. After interacting with locals for a while, we will stay back at Hanle’s hotel.
13 - Hanle – Leh
After breakfast we shall be driving back to Leh and will check in at the hotel. If you wish then you can spend some time for shopping to buy some souvenirs for your loved ones. Night stay is in Leh
14 - Leh – Delhi
In time get transferred to Leh airport to board your flight for New Delhi. On arrival at New Delhi you shall be transferred to your hotel for overnight stay. Rest of the day is for leisure and shopping.
15 - New Delhi Depart
In time get transferred to New Delhi airport to board your flight for onwards journey. Tour Ends
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How to Book
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Welcome
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Tour Terms & Conditions
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
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