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Tour Overview
Leh and Ladakh are ‘other-worldly’ places with Buddhist monasteries perched on soaring hilltops, shattered looking landscapes splashed with small but brilliant patches of green and ancient palaces. Ladakh have been blessed with picturesque vistas, memorable experiences, and wonderful climate. Be a part of an unforgettable travel story with us and relish our legacy to travel, explore and celebrate life. ...more ...less
Highlights
Leh Palace - a traditional 17th century Tibetan style palace built by King Sengge Namgyal.
Visit to the Likir Monastery located at 3700m elevation.
Explore Sham Valley, Khardung La, Nubra Valley and most amizing lake in Leh Pangong.
On the day of arrival at Leh airport our Panda Experiences representative will meet and greet you at airport and proceed for your hotel in Leh, where you can stay and relax for night and be prepare for next day tour to Sham Valley.
if time and weather permit to visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh market. Enjoy your evening at own activities.
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Day 2
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Leh - Sham Valley - Leh (75 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Location: Leh
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast later proceed to downstream along with the Indus River on Leh, en-route visit to Gurudwara Pathar Sahib based in the deep Himalayas.
After 04 Kms visit Magnetic Hills, which defies the law of gravity & further driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers, just before Saspul a road to the right takes you for your visit to the Likir Monastery, Likir is one of the most active monasteries in the region. As you drive all the monastery a recently installed colossal gilded image of the Maitreya out in the open is one of the most impressive sights in Ladakh.
After visiting the Monastery, later continue drive to Indus River or Uleytokpo or Tingmosgang en-route visiting Rizong Monastery, there is the option to walk up to the Monastery for those that wish to do so. Hidden at the end of a steep valley, the first view of the Monastery is dramatic.
After visiting above places in Leh region, later drive back to your hotel in Leh. Upon arrival at Leh enjoy your lavish dinner at hotel and prepare for next day adventure on Ladakh.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3
:
Leh - Khardung La - Nubra Valley (120 Kms / 4 - 5 Hrs)
Location: Khardung La, Nubra Valley
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after your lavish breakfast at hotel in Leh, later check out from hotel in Leh and proceed drive to Nubra Valley en-route visit to Khardung La Pass to reach Nubra Valley. The pass which you cover you can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly countless peaks & ridges of the Zanskar range & north to the giants of the Saser massif.
Nubra Valley is also very much known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers in Leh. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram & Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 ft. above sea level. Upon arrival at Nubra Valley firstly our driver will take you to your pre-booked hotel where you can stay or enjoy your night. If time permits, walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the Ladakh.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4
:
Nubra Valley - Leh (120 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: Leh
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast later proceed for Hunder, where you have an opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the Sand Dunes of this high altitude desert with snow capped mountains on the horizon.
Between Hunder and Diskit you come across sand dunes besides the road. Seen in isolation you could well be amongst the sand dunes of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. It is indeed a unusual sight since immediately on the left of the road are rocky mountains that characterize the Ladakhi landscape and in the distance can be seen snow-capped mountains. On the return cease at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their every day chores. Diskit is famous for 515 years elderly Buddhist Monastery, lying magnificently situated on a hilltop, facing the whole Valley.
After finish your sightseeing and enjoy the camle ride at Nubra drive back to your hotel and check out from here and drive to back to Leh same way like where you are coming from Leh to Nubra via Khardung La. Upon arrival at Leh transfer to your hotel for night stay and enjoy the dinner at hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5
:
Leh - Pangong Lake (140 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Location: Pangong Lake
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early wake in the morning and finish you breakfast or you can ask for packed breakfast, then proceed for Pangong Lake and en-route visit to Shey Palace. Shey Palace is the Ancient capital of Upper Ladakh then after 05 Kms drive you reach at Thiksey and impressive complex rising tier on a hill above the village.
After visiting above places you further drive to Chang La Pass (5486 Mtrs). Chang La Pass is famous for his fast photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can take a sip of Tea and relax for a while.
Upon leaving of Tangtse drive to Pangong Lake via crossing the tiny village of Changtang. Pangong Lake is 5 - 6 Kms wide and over 133 Kms long with half part in “Indo China Border”. On arrival at Pangong Lake, check-in to your camp for night stay. Later if time permits you to visit Pangong Lake.
Overnight at Camp.
Day 6
:
Pangong Lake - Leh (140 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Location: Leh
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at camp later proceed to explore the lake and other nearby places later afternoon drive back to Leh via en-route visit to Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism. Upon arrival at Leh, check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Evening free for shopping or own activities at Leh. Tomorrow is your last day in Ladakh region so pack your bags to catch your flight on time and Relax at the Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7
:
Departure From Leh
Location: Leh
Meals Included: Breakfast
Toady after breakfast and check out from hotel, later proceed for Leh Airport to board the flight for your home.
What's Included
Dining
6 Breakfast
6 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
3 Star Accommodation.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong
Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Enjoy a double humped Camel ride at Nubra Valley
Inner line Permit fee for Nubra and Pangong
One mineral water bottle per person per day
What's Not Included
Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Mode of Transport
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :
Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
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Accommodation
Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels. 4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.
Check out our Q&As
What is the tipping policy?
3 Star
Do I need a visa to travel to India?
Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008
Reviews of this operator
Serena
Excellent Guides
06-Sep-2022
The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.
David
Recommended to India Tour
24-Mar-2022
I have been recommended to this tour of India with friends from Australia and we are happy to see all places which are mentioned on programmed.
Bryson
Beautiful Kerala with Panda Experiences
09-Feb-2023
Kerala is Beautiful and the food was amazing. I highly recommend Panda Experiences and will be booking another trip with them in future.
Max
Lifetime trip
12-Jan-2022
This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guide made it even more special! He has incredibly knowledgeable of the history of all the sites we went to and is extremely personable, we had an absolute blast with him!
Thomas
100% Recommend
17-Feb-2022
100% Recommend this tour to anyone who is thinking of doing it. My partner and I had a fantastic time in Nepal by Panda Experiences.
Fabio
Everything was perfect
11-Aug-2022
It was an excellent experience with Panda Experiences! A really nice and fun guide with a lot of knowledge! Everything was on time!
Jacopo
Well organized trip
02-Oct-2022
The tour was smooth and well organized. My guide and driver were very friendly and did what they could to tailor the experience to me.
Nancy
Panda Experiences was amazing
12-Apr-2022
Our experience with Panda Experiences was amazing. Many great memories made. Highly recommend this company.
Sofia
India tour
26-Feb-2022
We arrived two days before our India tour so that we can be ready by mind and body as well we are happy to do this tour.
Matthew
Amazing India Tour
17-Mar-2022
We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.
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25%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of panda experiences charges.
Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Amazing Ladakh
7 Days Starting and ending in Leh
Visiting:
Leh, Khardung La, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake
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