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SHAM/ ARYAN VALLEY TOUR  
Ladakh is a land abounding in awesome physical features set in an enormous and spectacular environment. Bounded by two of the world's mightiest mountain ranges the Karakoram in the north and the Great Himalaya in the south it is traversed by two other parallel chains the Ladakh Range and the Zanskar Range. Ladakh lies at altitudes ranging from about 9,000 ft (2,750 m) at Kargil to 25,170 ft (7,672m) at Saser Kangri in the Karakoram Range. Surprisingly though the thin air makes the heat of the sun even more intense than at lower altitudes. It is said that only in Ladakh can a man sitting in the sun with his feet in the shade suffer from sunstroke and frostbite at the same time.

Leh the capital of Ladakh is situated at a height of 3505 meters and is towards the eastern parts of Jammu and Kashmir. The region is watered by the Zanskar River which flows into the Indus River just below. Leh is a beautiful destination with so many attractions and is the center of Tibetan-Buddhist Culture for ages. Its colorful gompas have attracted the Buddhists devotees from all over the globe. Besides it is also a favorite hiking locale and is known for some of the best hikes in the country. Tanglang La Pass regarded as the second highest mountain pass in Ladakh is located in between the snow-clad mountains of the Great Himalayas. Perched at a height of about 5,325 m, it lies in Leh District of Jammu and Kashmir. Tanglang La Pass cuts through the Zanskar Range. Icicles hanging from the cliff face in the shade create a mesmerizing sight while crossing the pass.
 
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Itinerary Details
DAY 1: DELHI – LEH
Arrive at Kushok Bakula airport & transfer to hotel. Fullday at rest for acclimatization which is must. Evening easy walk to Leh bazaar. Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 2: LEH
After an early breakfast, proceed for a halfday tour of Indus Valley tour includes visit to Stok Palace Museum, Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery and Hemis Monasteries. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 3: LEH – ULLEYTOKPO
After a leisure breakfast drive to Ulleytokpo 70km on the way visit Sangam, Alchi & Likir Monastery. Packed Lunch for the day. Afternoon excursion to Lamayuru Monastery & Lunar landscapes. overnight at Ulley.

DAY 4: ULLEYTOKPO – BEIMA
Morning drive to Drokpa Valley 85 km, the drokpa tribes of Ladakh are considered one of the pure descendents of Aryan race with different culture & a unique language. Checkin at the camp in Beima village. Packed Lunch and afternoon visit Dha & Beima villages which are among the two important Drokpa Tribes and which are among the few opened for tourists.

DAY 5: BEIMA – TINGMOGANG
Morning after breakfast drive 95 kms to Tingmogang village. Enroute stop at Khalatsi village for tea. Arrive Tingmogang by afternoon and check-in at the Hotel. Lunch and later visit Nunnery school, the great fortified Tingmogang Palace and the Chamba monastery. It was once the capital of western Ladakh. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 6: TINGMOGANG – LEH
Morning after b/fast visit Vipassana Valley which is an exclusive meditation valley in the village and then drive back to Leh 92 km. Check in at the hotel in Leh. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 7: LEH TO KHARDONGLA PASS TO LEH
After an early breakfast, proceed for excursion trip to Khardongla Pass 5600 meters, supposedly the world highest motorable pass. Back to Hotel by noon. Later in the evening around 4:30 pm visit Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace. Evening free.

DAY 8: LEH TO PANGONG & BACK
Fullday excursion to Pangong Lake 135 kms one of the biggest natural brackish lakes in the Himalayas, back by Leh by evening. Picnic packed lunch in Pangong. Overnight at the Hotel in Leh.

DAY 9: LEH – DELHI (BY FLIGHT)
Morning after a light snacks, transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.
PLACE STANDARD PACKAGE DELUXE PACKAGE
LEH Hotel Chubi / Hotel Pangong / Mandala / Munshi continental Holiday Ladakh Hotel / Hotel Lharimo / Gawaling International/ Grand Willow/ Lotus / The Druk / Chow Palace/ Spic-n-Span
ULLEYTOKPO Zimskhang, Samdupling in Alchi Ulley Ethnic Resort, or at Alchi Village
BEIMA Aryan Valley Camp Aryan Valley Camp
TINGMOGANG Hotel Namra Hotel Namra
» Twin sharing accommodation (Double room) at all places in Hotels / Camps as applicable to the itinerary.
» All meals buffet (AP Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
» Welcome drink on arrival with cookies and biscuits.
» Airport transfer.
» Exclusive sightseeing & excursions by one non ac Toyota Qualis / Scorpio / Tavera vehicles, the same car shall do the complete itinerary.
» Wildlife fee for Tso-moriri Lake, Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley areas which are protected wildlife sanctuaries in Ladakh.
» Inner line permit for restricted areas of Nubra, Pangong, Tsomoriri and Dha-Hanu areas (Guest are required to bring one a photocopy of their photo identity proof along with them. Foreign Tourist should bring their original Passport with a valid Indian Visa on it. For Foreign Diplomats the permit has to be issued from Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi)
» Services of Local English speaking guide in Ladakh.
» For arrival & departure transfers, company representatives will be provided
» 2.575% Govt. Service tax.
» Medical & Travel insurance
» Domestic airfare
» Personal items like mineral water, phone calls, laundry etc.
» Extra meals / room services / bottled beverages consumed at the hotel.
» Additional costs for Hotel accommodation, transport services due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc.
» Porterage & tips at the airport, Hotel/Camp staff & drivers.
All schedules and other information are subject to change without notice and to Government approval.