13 Nights Itinerary Covering: Srinagar - Kargil - Rangdom - Padum - Kargil - Uletokpo - Leh (Ladakh).
If you are looking to get enlightened by visiting some of the greatest monasteries in India then this 13 nights and 14 days Ancient Monastery tour is going to be a perfect one for you. Along with visiting monasteries located at Padum, Rangdom and Uletokpo, you are also going to enjoy the sightseeing your of beautiful Srinagar. You will get a chance to visit three different parts of this breathtaking state of the country, Jammu and Kashmir. You will also be indulging in trekking at Zanskar, one of the most well-known trekking tracks around the world.
Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
Once you arrive at the Srinagar airport, you will get an assisted transfer to the houseboat. Enjoy a ride in the Shikara on the Dal Lake while admiring the beautiful view around. Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Day 2 is booked for a half- day tour of the Mughal Gardens, which also includes a visit to Nishat, also known as The Garden of Pleasure. It was built during 1636 AD. Next in line is Shamilar Bagh, the Abode of Love built during 1619 AD. Post lunch, cover, the Jamia Masjid, Museum, Shah Hamdan mosque. Stroll around the market in the evening. Stay overnight on the houseboat.
Start your road journey to Kargil (205 kilometers). After Sonmarg, your drive is going to be downwards. Cross Zojila pass (3527m). It is popular as (Gateway of Ladakh). Stop at Drass for refreshment and passport check. From here, Kargil is just two and a half hours away. Once you arrive, check-into the hotel for an overnight stay.
Proceed towards the Zanskar valley, en-route Panikar and Parkachan villages. Enjoy the sight of Nun and Kun peaks. Evening arrival in Rangdum. Overnight stay in the tents.
Early morning visit toRangdum Gompa. Later, proceed to Padum, the Capital of Zanskar valley. En-route cross Pensila pass (4401 m). Also enjoy the view of some ancient Buddhist villages. Once you cross Tungri bridge, you cover Sunni Gompa. Afternoon arrival in Padum. Stay overnight in the tents.
Today, enjoy a day-trip to Pipitong, Thonde Gompa and Zangla (3450 m). This one of the most beautiful villages houses the Zangla Gompa . Next in line is another ancient monastery, Karsha Gompa. Overnight stay in the tents.
Day 7 is booked for an entire day trek to the Bardan Gompa (7 to 8 hours). Visit Padum market and Padum Gompa, while returning. Stay overnight in the tents.
Reach Kargil in the evening after a full- day drive. Stay overnight in the hotel.
While driving to Uletokpo (153 kms), you will cross Fotula pass (13749 feet), the highest pass on Srinagar- Leh route. Cover Mulbek and Lamayuru monastery, two of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh. Later proceed to Uletokpo. Afternoon visit to the Rizong monastery (5 kilometer journey on foot). Overnight stay in the tents.
On day 10, pay a visit to Alchi Monastery. Magnetic hill, confluence of Indus and Zanskar river, Patharsahib Gurudawara & further Hall of Fame In the afternoon, you'll arrive in Leh followed by check-in at the hotel. Thereafter, rest for some time and fresh and up. In the evening around 4:00 PM, visit Shanti Stupa and the local bazaars in Leh. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Enjoy an excursion to Hemis, Thiksey and Shey Monastery.These are three of the most well-known monasteries of Ladakh later you can visit Shey Palace (the former summer palace of Ladakh king)& renchho school etc. Back to the leh city hotel for an overnight stay.
Visit to Spituk and Phyang monastery. Later cover King's palace, Leh Mosque, Tsemo Gompa, the Bazar as well as Shankar Gompa. Staying overnight at the Hotel.
Visit to Stok Palace and Museum. Visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp, on your way back. Spend the afternoon in the activities of your interest. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Get transferred to the airport to catch a flight for your onward destination.
