Deep in the heart of the Himalayas, the Ladakh & Zanskar mountains ranges are home of the Ladakhis - the tough mountain people of the Himalayas ! This is the land of the 'Buddha', where ancient monasteries dot the landscape, guiding the development of culture & religion since thousands of years. The plateau of Ladakh is wild, vast and barren and one of the most inaccessible and forbidding regions of the world. Here, the Nature rules supreme - man is humbled, cleansed and exhilarated.

Tour Highlights - LEH : An important town on the legendary 'Silk Route', Leh has also been an important centre, of Buddhist religion , culture and art since 3rd century A.D. Situated at 3368 m ( 11,500 ft ), Leh is a store house of culture & heritage.

Monastries : The region is dotted with centuries old 'Gompas', which are a cache of untold treasures of Art, Culture and History.

Upshi Manali Road : You will traversethe most adventurous trail through the valley of Lahaul and the ZANSKAR mountains. Passes over 5200 m ( 17,000 ft ) and the spectacular landscape are the key features of this route.

Manali : The jewel of the Kullu valley, Manali is where you begin your journey into the mountains. Located on the banks of the river Beas, this little town is a popular retreat, which provides many a romantic settings !

CULTURAL TOUR LADAKH ITINERARY
Tour Duration: 12 Days
Season: Mid June to early October

Day01: Delhi-Manali - Early morning arrival at Delhi. 0700 hrs departure by train to Chandigarh.
Proceed by road to Manali. Overnight in Hotel.

Day02: Manali - Day at leisure to relax and explore the town.
Overnight in Hotel.

Day03: Manali - Day excursions to Old Manali village and other places.
Overnight in Hotel.

Day04: Manali-Keylong / Jispa - Morning departure by road; cross the Rohtang Pass to enter the different world of Lahaul valley. Halt at Keylong or Jispa for the night. Overnight in Guest house.

Day05: Keylong/Jispa-Sarchu - An impressive drive through a breathtaking landscape and cross the Baralacha-La pass finally bring you to Sarchu. Overnight in Tents.

Day06: Sarchu-Pang - A very interesting drive over two passes.
The constantly changing scenery is sure to leave one agape. Overnight in Tents.

Day07: Pang-Leh - The last day drive before reaching the final destination- Leh.
Cross Taglang-La, the highest pass on this route (17500ft , 5300m). Overnight in Hotel.

Day08: Leh - Spend the day relaxing and to explore the town.
Visit the palace and the Leh monastery. Enjoy the sunset from 'Shanti Stupa' located atop a hilltop. Overnight in Hotel.

Day09: Leh - Excursion to Shey palace and Thiksey monastery.
Evening at leisure. Overnight in Hotel.

Day10: Leh - Day excursions to the Likir and Alchi Monasteries.
Overnight in Hotel.

Day11: Leh - Excursions to Stok summer palace, Hemis and Spituk monasteries.
Farewell dinner. Overnight in Hotel.

Day12: Leh-Delhi - Take the morning flight to Delhi.
Day at leisure for sightseeing and souvenir hunting. After dinner transfer to Airport for flight back home.