Ladakh - 09 - Manali - Leh with Pangong and Nubra Valley - 07 Night / 08 Days 

Route - Manali (Starting point) - Sarchu (1 night) - Leh (1 night) - Pangong (1 night) - Leh (1 night) - Nubra Valley (1 night) - Leh (2 night) - Departure from Leh. Highlight - This is the shortest itinerary to enjoy the best of high altitude drives and scenic beauty that Ladakh presents. It includes three of the most enthralling and challenging drives i.e. Manali - Leh, Leh - Pangong and Leh - Nubra Valley.  Itinerary Day 01: Manali To Sarchu Today we start our journey to Leh stopping at Sarchu for a night. Today we cross Rohtang Pass (3978 m), Keylong (3350 m), Baralacha Pass (4890m) with overnight stopover at Sarchu (4253 m), border of the states of Himachal Pradesh (Lahaul) and Jammu & Kashmir (Ladakh). Upon arrival in Sarchu we check in at our tented campsite for overnight stay Day 02: Sarchu - Leh (255 Kms) Leave for Leh by early morning, through Nakeela and Lachangla Pass 16,617 ft. Lunch at Pang. After Lunch drive to Leh passing through Skyangchu Thang (Biggest and Highest Plateau on Earth on Stretch of 42 Kms), Tanglang La Pass 17,585ft and Indus Valley. Upon arrival in leh you’ll met by our representative and check in at our Hotel Day 03: Leh To Pangong Lake (06 Hours Approx.) After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometer at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. A few years back the government decided to open it to tourists though the lake and its surrounding is under army surveillance.  Enjoy the landscape in the back drop of the Lake. One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable. Evening at leisure and overnight stay at Pangong Resort or Camp Watermark on the shore of Lake.  Day 04: Pangong Lake To Leh (06 Hours Approx.) Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to leh enroute visiting Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism, Thiksey an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village, Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh & Stok Palace Museum. Drive further to Leh and check in at our hotel for Overnight  Day 05: After an early breakfast we drive to NUBRA VALLEY leads through KHARDUNG-LA-PASS (the highest motorable road in the world) at 18,390 ft, around 39kms from Leh. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the valley of flowers. It is situated to the North of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. Arrive Sumur or Hunder by afternoon and rest of the day at leisure to explore beautiful village of Sumur & Hunder with a Visit to Diskit Monastery. Overnight stay at Camp. Day 06: Nubra Valley - Leh After your breakfast at the camp, visit the Sand Dunes to enjoy a camel safari (Optional). Later we drive to Leh over Khardung La. Afternoon rest and relax or take a walk to the local market. Overnight at hotel Day 07:Leh (Full Day Excursion) Post breakfast we drive towards Kargil road and start our sightseeing with Hall of Fame near Leh is worth a visit for every citizen. It is a glorious museum constructed by Indian army, Kali Mata Temple, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib Nestled deep in the Himalayas, which was built by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev. A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar river 4 km before Nimmu village. And Visit to Basgo a certainly the most impressive of Ladakhi citadels despite its ruined state. After visiting above places we drive back to Hotel for Overnight Stay. Day 8: Leh Depart Leh (Fly Out) Tour concludes. We thank you for your patronage and ensure a punctual transfer to Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward Destination Notes and comments * If you arriving in Manali by flight then a 1 night transit stay will be required. [ Full List ] * If you arriving in Manali by road the one or more transit stays may have to be considered depending from where and mode of transport you are arriving. Access - Kullu (50 kms from Manali) gets direct flights from Delhi and is best mode of access for a short-break such as this.  Seasonality - Mid-may - Sept is best time to visit Ladakh. However the exact date when one can actually start this itinerary for any season is subject to opening of the Rohtang Pass.

Cost of this package (per person in Rupees) - Valid for 2011

CATEGORY 02 Persons 04 Persons 06 Persons 08 Persons 10 Persons Extra Adult Child W/o Bed (5 - 11 yrs) Single Room Supp. Standard 34,943 23,653 19,924 20,747 19,050 10,241 8,191 6,670 Deluxe 36,397 25,108 21,378 22,201 20,504 11,441 9,041 7,932 Super Deluxe 36,730 25,441 21,711 22,485 20,838 11,710 9,242 9,668 Hotels Destination Standard Deluxe Super Deluxe Room Leh Grand Willow or Hotel Hill Town The Kaal / Hill town / Noble House / Sinnge Palace Caravan Centre / Hotel Mandala / Gawaling International Sarchu Adventure Camp / Goldrop camp Pangong Guest House (Tangtse) Pangong Resort  Camp Watermark / Pangong Resort  Nubra (Guest House) Snow Leopard Olathang Silk Route Cottages / Mystic Meadows Camp Package Includes:

Assistance upon arrival at Leh airport by our  Representative & Traditional welcome at the Hotel 07 Nights / 08 Days accommodation on twin sharing Basis in Standard room, at specified Category of Hotel · All Meals (Bed Tea, Breakfast, Hot / Pack Lunch, Evening Tea & Dinner) Return airport and round trip transfers along with all sightseeing tours by non-ac Vehicle as per the program. Inner line Permit to restricted / protected areas (Pangong Lake & Nubra Valley) Wildlife fee for Pangong area Monument & Museum Entrance Fees 01 Bottle of Mineral Water every day to each tourist The above Cost Of The Package Does not Include:- Airfare to and from Leh. Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated) Guide fee, camera fee, soft or hard drinks, starters. Medical & Travel insurance Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc Any thing not specifically mentioned under the head "Prices included". Terms & Conditions: All the above mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing. Child Cost is on APAI basis sharing room with parents. The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only Prices valid for Minimum 02, 04 & 06 pax traveling together in one vehicle & above 06 pax based on Maxi Cab (12 Seater). Other Charges Cultural Program Rs. 5000 per program. Camel Safari in Nubra Valley Rs. 800 per person River Rafting Rs. 1200 per person (Phey to Nimu) Professional Tourist Guide Rs. 1200/- Per Day.

Above is a fixed itinerary can start on any day between 1st June - 28th Sept, after opening of the rohtang pass route. However we could even customise a trip as per your requirements by adding more destinations and making it less hectic. Please email to leh09@nivalink.co.in with dates of travel for a firm quote.