Package Overview
The Ladakh Monastery Escape is a compact yet immersive 5-night, 6-day journey designed to showcase the spiritual and natural highlights of India’s high-altitude desert. Starting and ending with two nights in Leh to ensure proper acclimatization, the circuit takes you through the dramatic 17,582ft Khardung La pass into the white sand dunes of Nubra Valley for an overnight stay. From there, you’ll traverse to the mesmerizing, color-shifting Pangong Tso lake on the Indo-China border for a night under the stars before returning to Leh. Throughout the loop, the itinerary emphasizes visits to iconic Tibetan Buddhist sites like Thiksey and Hemis monasteries, blending rugged adventure with deep cultural exploration.
Day Plan
On arrival at Kushok Bakula airport Leh - 3500m above sea level you will be transfer to hotel and check in. Half day at rest for acclimatization. Evening drive to visit Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist white-domed Stupa on a hilltop in Changspa, It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura and part of the Peace Pagoda mission. Later visit Leh Palace. In the evening walk around local market. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel in Leh.
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Private Transfer TO Full Trip
Hotel Naro /Similar ( Leh ) Option 1
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAPAI |
Room Type: Standard Room
Oriental Ladakh / similar ( Leh ) Option 2
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Deluxe Room
Day start with Hall of Fame, which was constructed by the Indian Army to commemorate the sacrifice of soldiers during Indo-Pak wars , Kali Mata Temple, followed by Spituk Gompa - an 11th century structure , Next on the list of attractions is the majestic Gurudwara Patthar Sahib. Nestled deep in the Himalayas, it was constructed by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to honour the visit of Guru Nanak Dev - the founder of the Sikh faith. Drive another few km to witness the magic of Magnetic Hill that defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road, it seems to slide up and further. Driving through a picturesque landscape, we reach the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar River. Proceed back to Hotel vai same route. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel in Leh
Hotel Naro /Similar ( Leh ) Option 1
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAPAI |
Room Type: Standard Room
Oriental Ladakh / similar ( Leh ) Option 2
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Deluxe Room
Today at morning drive to Nubra valley, driving over the highest motored pass in the world. The exciting journey through serpentine roads lead you to the Khardungla Pass at an awesome height of 5550 meters. We stop at the pass to admire and click some photographs of the fantastic view. The valley is situated on an old caravan route at the confluence of the Shayok and the Nubra rivers. On the way visit the charming valley, of Deskit – the tiny capital of Nubra. We will visit the Deskit Gompa, perched on a rocky spur above the village, with a commanding view of the entire valley. At Deskit Monastery you will visit 106-feet high, statue of Maitreya Buddha atop on the hill. The monastery has intriguing images of many deities. From Deskit we will drive to Hunder past an area of sand dunes and get acquainted with the famous Bactrian camels, small population of shaggy double-humped animals, which in the old days, were used as pack animals on the Central Asian Trade routes are now used as riding animals in the high deserts. We will ride the double hump camel at hunder on direct payment basis. In the evening we will drive back to the camp/hotel. Dinner and overnight in camp/hotel at Nubra.
Apple cottage / similar ( Nubra) Option 1
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Standard Room
Elysium Camp / Similar ( Nubra) Option 2
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Deluxe Swiss Tents
After breakfast at camp/hotel we drive to next destination Pangong Lake (situated at 14, 500 ft above sea level) via Shayok and onto Tang Tse and Spangmik (Pangong). It’s a short cut and it's a beautiful route. The road follows the Shayok river, and climbs up a mountain before finally descending into Shayok village. It takes less than an hour to reach Shayok, and you will be delighted at the sight of the rather big village surrounded by barren mountains, the entire setting being very picturesque. Afternoon we reach at Pangong Lake and enjoy your day at Pangong Lake. Dinner and overnight stay in camp.
P3 Camp/ Similar (Pangong) Option 1
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Luxury Swiss Tents
Alpine cottage / SImilar (Pangong) Option 2
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Deluxe Room
Get up early morning to witness the sunrise view at the lake. Enjoy your breakfast and drive back to Leh via Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs. Arrive Leh and check in at the hotel. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.
Hotel Naro /Similar ( Leh ) Option 1
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Standard Room
Oriental Ladakh / similar ( Leh ) Option 2
Room:
1 Double |
Meal: MAP |
Room Type: Deluxe Room
Morning you will be transfer to airport to board the flight towards your further journey.
Notes
Important Notes
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