Manali -Sarchu-Pangong-Nubra-Alchi-Kargil-Srinagar

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• Tour Code: BH10
• Places: Manali, Sarchu, Pangong, Nubra, Alchi, Kargil, Srinagar
• Duration: 10 Nts / 11 Days
• Transfer: Drive In – Drive Out

ITINERARY

• Day 01: Manali
  Arrive Manali check into Hotel, day at leisure. O/N Manali (B, HL, D)
• Day 02: Manali – Keylong – Jispa (9 Hrs - 160 Kms)
  Start your overland journey early morning and drive to Keylong. This high altitude road beyond the great Himalayan range connects the densely fertile and green Kullu valley to the stark barren region of Ladakh. The drive starts at Manali slowly winding up mountain roads till Rohtang Pass at 3,950M which connects the Kullu to the Lahaul valley. On entering the Lahaul valley we see a distinct change with the Hindu influence being replaced with the Buddhist religion. Enroute Tandi, confluence of Chandra Bhaga (Chenab) River. Lunch at Keylong. After lunch drive to Jispa. O/N Jispa (B, HL, D)
• Day 03: Jispa – Sarchu - Leh (11 Hrs – 330 Kms)
  After early breakfast leave for Leh, enroute Sarchu drive of 3 hrs, by crossing Deepak Tal & Suraj Tal (known as origin of Bhaga river) and Cross Baralacha Pass (16020 ft) Reach Sarchu. After Sarchu we will cross a number of passes. Climb up the Gatta Loops, a series of 21 hairpin bends carved into the mountainside and then after descending once again wind your way up the Lachung La pass (4985M above sea level). Lunch break at Pang. After Lunch pass through Skyangchu Thang (Biggest and Highest Plateau on Earth on Stretch of 42 Kms), Tanglang La Pass 17,585ft, second highest motorable road in the world, after climbing down drive along the banks of Indus river & Indus Valley. Arrive at Leh by evening. O/N Leh (B, PL, D)
• Day 04: Leh Local Sightseeing (Shey – Thiksey – Hall of Fame - Shanti Stupa)
  After breakfast drive up along the scenic Indus valley. Enroute stop over to visit the famous Shey Palace & Monastery, Thiksey Monastery after Hot Lunch at hotel visit Hall of Fame and enjoy an evening sunset at Shanti Stupa. O/N Leh (B, HL, D)
  • Shey Palace & Monastery: This summer palace of the erstwhile King of Leh is set upon a hill. The monastery itself has a 7.5 meter high, copper statue of a sitting Buddha, wrought in gold. This is the largest of its kind in the world.
  • Thiksey Monastery: 19 Kms from Leh, Thiksey is one of the largest and most impressive Gompas of Ladakh. The Thiksey monastery provides a panoramic view of the green Indus Valley from its vantage point atop a hill. It has chambers full of statues, Stupas and colorful Tankhas.
  • Hall of Fame: Hall of Fame near Leh is worth a visit for every citizen. It is a glorious museum constructed by Indian army. You can see the memorabilia, eminent defence personalities with biographies, images and weapons used during Kargil war.
  • Shanti Stupa: Shanti Stupa is located at about 1km from Leh. It was built by a Japanese order and has wonderful views over Leh and the Indus valley especially at sunset. The stupa was built in 1980s and is a beautiful monument decorated with colourful paintings and enshrines large statues of Buddha.
• Day 05: Leh – Nubra Valley (5 HRS – 120 KMS)
  After Breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung la pass the highest motorable pass in the world (18,380 feet). Enroute get excellent view of great Karakoram Range. Keep driving through Shyok River and reach Hundur by Afternoon. After Lunch visit Sand dunes for camel safari. O/N Hundur (B, HL, D)
• Day 06: Nubra Valley – Leh (5 HRS)
  After Breakfast visit Deskit Monastery and drive back to Leh by same Route. Reach Leh by afternoon. Evening free time at Leisure to explore Leh market. O/N Leh (B, HL, D)
• Day 07: Leh – Pangong Lake – Leh (4 HRS ONE WAY – 140 KMS)
  Early morning after Breakfast leave for Pangong Lake (14,500 ft) through Changla Pass 17,350 ft. (3rd Highest Motorable road in the world), Spend time at the banks of Pangong Lake. This lake of Pangong is 5/6 kms wide and over 144 kms long and is shared by two countries (25% India and 75% China). Enjoy Lunch at the banks of Pangong Lake. Return back to Leh. O/N Leh (B, PL, D)
• Day 08: Leh – Ule. (3 Hrs – 70 Kms)
  After Breakfast drive to Alchi enroute visit Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Mountain & Likir Monastery. Arrive Ule by afternoon. Rest of the day free at leisure. O/N Ule (B, HL, D)
• Day 09: Ule – Kargil. (8 Hrs – 160 Kms)
  After early lunch leave for Kargil, enroute have a spectacular view of Moonlandscape, Lamayuru (Oldest Monastery in Ladakh) and Giant Maitreya Buddha at Mulbekh. Arrive at Kargil by late evening. O/N Kargil (B, HL, D)
• Day 10: Kargil – Drass – Sonamarg – Srinagar. (8Hrs – 204 Kms)
  After early Breakfast by 5.00 am drive to Srinagar passing through Drass, the second coldest inhabited Place on earth and you can have spectacular view of Kargil War famous Peaks Tiger Hill and Tololing Peak. Arrive at Srinagar. Check into Houseboat. O/N Srinagar (B, HL, D)
• Day 11: Drop at Srinagar Airport

Per Pax Cost

No of Pax	Deluxe	Super Deluxe	Premium
2 Pax	Rs. 81,800	Rs. 86,800	Rs. 98,700
4 Pax	Rs. 53,700	Rs. 59,200	Rs. 69,600
6 Pax	Rs. 44,300	Rs. 49,900	Rs. 60,800
Extra Bed / Mattress	Rs. 20,900	Rs. 26,400	Rs. 33,800
W/O Bed	Rs. 12,500	Rs. 15,900	Rs. 19,500

Hotels

Places	Deluxe	Super Deluxe	Premium
Manali	Jupiter Similar	Orchard Green Similar	Johnsons Lodge Manali Inn Similar
Keylong	Hotel Tashi Delek Hotel Deykid Similar	Hotel Tashi Delek Hotel Deykid Similar	Hotel Tashi Delek Hotel Deykid Similar
Leh	Hotel Hill Town The Palace Similar	Hotel City Palace Hotel Spic N Span (Dbl Room)	Grand Himalaya Spic N Span (Super Dlx Rooms)
Nubra Valley	Attached Camps Guest House Similar	Attached Camps Guest House Similar	Attached Camps Guest House Similar
Alchi / Ule	Alchi Resort Faryok Similar	Apricot Tree Ule Ethnic Resort (Cottages) Similar	Apricot Tree Ule Ethnic Resort (Cottages) Similar
Kargil	Caravan Serai D' Zojilla	Caravan Serai D' Zojilla	Caravan Serai D' Zojilla
Srinagar	Dlx Houseboat	Dlx Houseboat	Super Dlx Houseboat

BT: Bed Tea, B: Breakfast, HL: Hot Lunch, PL: Packed Lunch, D: Dinner

Kindly Note the vehicles provided are not on disposable basis and are strictly on point to point basis as per the Itinerary selected

• Other Charges: NETT & NON COMMISSIONABLE
• Cultural Program Rs. 6500 per program.
• River Rafting Rs. 1500 per person.
• Professional Tourist Guide Rs. 1200 per Day.

Prices Include:

• Accommodation on twin / triple sharing Basis as per Package Selected.
• All Meals (Bed Tea, Breakfast, Hot / Pack Lunch, Dinner)
• To & Fro Airport Transfers (Leh & Srinagar) As Per Package.
• All Transportation by Scorpio / Xylo / Innova / Similar Vehicles on sharing basis.
• Innerline Permit.

Prices Do Not Include:

• 3.09% Service Tax
• Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
• Rafting & Camel Safari Charges.
• Any thing not specifically mentioned under the head "Prices included".
• Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
• Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
• Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.

Terms & Conditions:

• Prices valid from 01st April 2014 to 15th October 2014.
• Prices valid for minimum 02, 04 & 06 pax traveling together in one vehicle.
• 25% payment to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation and remaining 75% 15 days before the Tour Date.
• Journey can be arranged from Delhi / Chandigarh / Jammu Railway Station or Airport at Nominal Extra charges.