Arrive Leh airport, wisdom Representative will meet, assist and transfer the guests to the hotel in Leh. Rest of the day free to acclimatize to the high altitude of Ladakh. In the evening you may take a walk to the local market but we highly recommend to give complete rest to the body. O/N Leh.
Day start with Hall of Fame, which was constructed by the Indian Army to commemorate the sacrifice of soldiers during Indo-Pak wars. Mahakal Temple and 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 (Sangam). Return to hotel via same route. In the evening, you may take a walk around the beautiful town and explore the local flavors it offers to the visitor.
After Breakfast drive to Pangong Lake (14,500 ft) through the Indus River Valley. A beautiful drive of appox 04 hours and you’ll be at one of the most beautiful places of the planet. Arrive at the lake shore and visit the 03 Idiot shooting point, try local food at any of the small restaurant around the lake. Post lunch, free time at leisure and enjoy the colour changing lake and the sun set on the banks of lake. Overnight stay at the resort / camp in the area.
Early morning enjoy the picturesque view of Sun rise on lake. Post breakfast start your drive to Leh, this time crossing the mighty Changla pass at 17000ft. On the way visit Thiksey Monastery which is one of the largest and architecturally most impressive Gompas of Ladakh. There are several temples in this Gompas, containing images, stupas and wall paintings of Buddha, which are exquisite. Also visit Shey Palace on a hillock 15 Kms before Leh, it was once the residence of the royal family. A 7.5 mts high copper statue of Buddha, plated with gold and the largest of its kind, is installed here. After visiting Shey Palace continue drive to Leh enroute two brief halts at Druk Pema Karpo School AKA Rancho’s School (03 Idiot fame) and Sindhu Ghaat where the annual Sindhu Darshan festival is held. Reach Leh and relax at the hotel or just walk to Leh market for souvenir shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Early morning transfer to Leh airport to board flight back to destination with wonderful memoried on your tour.
