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Ladakh Cultural Tour - 17 Days
Come experience the rich culture of Ladakh on this tour
through
the upper and lower Indus River Valley and the remote Nubra Valley. You will
be accompanied by our knowledgeable local guide who will bring alive the deep
spiritual meaning of the colorful wall paintings, statues, and other Buddhist
symbolism and rituals that are found in and around these centuries old monasteries.
They are home to hundreds of volumes of scriptures originating from the time
of the Buddha. You will see with your own eyes the unspoiled practice of Vajrayana
Buddhism as it was in Tibet before the Chinese invasion. You will visit several
palaces including Stok Palace, the current home of the royal family. You will
also have a chance to visit with several Ladakhi families in their homes. The
itinerary that follows can be customized to meet your interests and needs.
Day 1 : Upon arrival at the IG Airport, Delhi, our representative will
welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.
Day 2 : Departure and transfer to domestic airport, where we will fly
to Leh. On arrival we will transfer you to the hotel. Acclimatization and rest
day.
Day 3 : Full day of sightseeing at Hemis Monastery (17th century), Thiksay
Monastery (15th century), and Shey Palace (10th century), the oldest capital
of Ladakh. For those who are up to a short hike, we can visit the Gotsang meditation
place above Hemis. Overnight in hotel in Leh.
Day 4 : Full day of sightseeing of Takthok cave (8 AD), Chemday from
the 6th century, and Stakna monasteries. Overnight in hotel in Leh.
Day 5 : Sightseeing of Phyang Monastery (16th century), and Spituk Monastery
(11th century). Phyang Kargutpa school and Spituk Gelukpa. Overnight in Leh.
Day 6 : After breakfast, walk up to Leh Palace and Tsemo Gompa. Evening
visit to Sangkar Gompa and Japanese Stupa. Overnight in Leh.
Day 7 : Visit Stok Palace (17 km) the residence of present royal family,
then Matho Monastery (8 km) and Stakna Monastery. Overnight in Leh.
Day 8 : Drive to Lamayuru (126 km) and visit monastery. Come back to
Temisgam village. Overnight in Namra Guest House in Temisgam.
Day 9 : After breakfast, drive to Leh and on the way visit Alchi Monastery
(11th century), and Rizong Monastery. Overnight in Leh.
Day 10 : Rest day in Leh.
Day 11 : Drive to the Nubra Valley (130 km) over the Khardong La at 18,000
feet, the highest road in the world. Overnight in camp or guest house in Sumar.
Visit Samstanling Monastery.
Day 12 : Full day sightseeing of Diskit and Hunder Monasteries. Walk
in Hunder village. Visit a local family for tea and chang. Overnight in Sumar.
Day 13 : Drive back to Leh. Visit Khardong village on the way.
Day 14 : Rest day/shopping.
Day 15 : Visit a traditional Ladakhi family and watch a cultural show.
Day 16 : Fly to Delhi, where you will be transferred to the hotel.
Day 17 : Departure. Transfer to the International Airport and fly home.
"Ladakh Cultural Tours can be customised /
combined with other destinations of India. Please ask us to customise your tour
according to your prefences, location, destination, travel themes and travel
styles"
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