Leh Trip Overview
The roots of the existence of Ladakh go back to neolithic times and Buddhism goes back to the 2nd century. But to date, the region has been cherishing its century-old heritage and inculcating modernity only if it doesn’t harm their ecosystem. One of that modernity is Astronomy Sessions at the lakeside. This tour makes one see how the place and culture looked like in the century-old era as well as brings in modern technology to enhance the experience. Visit hidden monasteries, attend Astronomy and Yoga Sessions at Pangong Lake.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Leh, India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Leh, Jammu and Kashmir, India
The roots of the existence of Ladakh go back to neolithic times and Buddhism goes back to the 2nd century. But to date, the region has been cherishing its century-old heritage and inculcating modernity only if it doesn’t harm their ecosystem. One of that modernity is Astronomy Sessions at the lakeside. This tour makes one see how the place and culture looked like in the century-old era as well as brings in modern technology to enhance the experience. Visit hidden monasteries, attend Astronomy and Yoga Sessions at Pangong Lake.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Leh
Stop At: Leh, Leh, Leh District, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
You will be received at the airport by the GHE team at Leh airport. Leh is situated at an altitude of 12000 ft. Coming from lower lands to this altitude is a shock for your body. But giving it enough rest set it right to explore life at this altitude. All you do, today is take rest, eat and relax in your nice and comfortable hotel in Leh.
Duration: 20 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Leh
Day 2: Explore Leh
Stop At: Shanti Stupa Road 500 steps from Changspa Road, Leh 194101 India
Before we step into the villages of Ladakh we would acquaint ourselves with the Ladakhi culture, heritage, and lifestyle. The team will visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Market today. Come back and rest in the same hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Leh
Day 3: Drive to Sumda Chun
Stop At: Temple at Sumda Chun, Sumda Chun village, Leh India
Sumda Chun village is at a height of 3500 meters from the sea level and to date is only accessible by a trek of about 4 hours from the nearby road. Sumda Chun Monastery has been attributed to the period of Lotsawa Rinchen Zangpo (957-1055) and is believed to be one of the three temples founded by him in one night along with Alchi Monastery and Mangyu. After visiting the hidden Buddhist heritage sites, come back to Leh hotel and prepare to travel towards the high altitude.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers, Leh India
On the way to Sumda Chun, stop at the NH1 to see the confluence of the beautiful Indus River and Zanskar River.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 3-star hotel in Leh
Day 4: Sacred lakes & Astronomy
Stop At: Pangong Tso, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, India; Ladakh, , India;, Leh 194101 India
Drive to village Maan, Pangong today. The journey will take approximately 7 hours. You will cross ChangLa (17590ft) to reach there. The team will stay in our famous Astrostay. Pangong lake is one of the most famous lakes situated at high altitude. The lake reflects different shades of blue. It is considered sacred amongst natives. The Astrostay is India’s first initiative of its kind. The team is going to enjoy a stargazing session conducted by a trained team tonight.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in a luxury lake view homestay
Day 5: Yoga at Pangong Lake
Stop At: Pangong Tso, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, India; Ladakh, , India;, Leh 194101 India
Start a day early with a Yoga session at Pangong Lake with our local yoga instructor. Post yoga session, a take a walk along a sacred Pangong Lake where our coordinator will explain the impacts of climate change villagers experiencing in recent years. The activities during the day include archery sessions and village tours. The villagers are traditional archers and you may learn a few techniques. Be ready in the evening to attend an astronomy session with a team of youngsters of the village where they beautifully combine science and culture by showing planets and sharing the folklores.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in a luxury lake view homestay
Day 6: Drive back to Leh via Chang-La
Stop At: Changla Pass, India
On the way, you can click photographs at the famous ‘three idiot’ point. You can also stop at Chang-La to click photographs. Chang La (17950ft) is one of the highest motorable roads in the world. The name literally means “Northern Pass” (Chang =north, La = Pass). The small town of Tangste is the nearest settlement. The Changla Pass is the main gateway for the Changthang Plateau situated in the Himalayas. The nomadic tribes of the region are collectively known as the Changpa or Chang-pa.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay at a 3-star hotel in Leh
Day 7: Visit Hemis and Shey Palace
Stop At: Hemis Monastery, Hemis India
The team will visit the famous Hemis Monastery & Shey Palace today. Hemis Monastery is a Himalayan Buddhist monastery gompa) of the Drukpa Lineage, in Hemis, Ladakh, India. Situated 45 km from Leh, the monastery was re-established in 1672 by the Ladakhi king Sengge Namgyal.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Shey Monastery, Indus River, Leh India
Shey was the summer capital of Ladakh in the past. The original palace was built near the Shey village by Lhachen Palgyigon, the king of Ladakh (then called Maryul), in the 10th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Leh
Day 8: Departure
Pass By: Leh, Leh, Leh District, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
Plan your departure suitable to you and we will drop you at the airport. Or keep exploring the land of mountain passes.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
