EXPLORING KARGIL & DRASS

Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
ROUTE - Delhi – Leh – Mulbekh – Drass – Kargil War Memorial – Pangong Lake – Khardongla Pass - Leh

OVERVIEW

‘Exploring Kargil and Drass’ tour package is an ideal opportunity for those who are looking forward to know about the traditions and culture of Kargil and Drass. which will give you the chance to explore the Ladakh along with its monasteries, passes and idyllic countryside. The 9 days long journey will face to face with Kargil War Memorial (a tribute to the valiant Indian soldiers), Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and scenic Pangong Lake. You will be taken to the top of Khardongla Pass, one of the highest motorable pass in the world.

DAY 1
DELHI – LEH (BY FLIGHT)

Upon arrival at the Kushok Bakula airport in Leh, meet our DIH representative who’ll escort you to the hotel pre-decided for your stay. Upon arrival, you’ll be given a welcome drink followed by room check-in. The rest of the day is free to get acclimatized to the high altitudes of Ladakh. In the evening, proceed on a walking tour to Leh Bazaar.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

DAY 2
LEH

Today, go out for a full day sightseeing tour of some of the most important monasteries and palaces in Leh. Start with Shey Palace (the former summer palace of Ladakh king), Thiksey monastery (enshrined with the beautiful statue of Maitreya Buddha) and Hemis Monastery. By evening , return back to the hotel for dinner.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

DAY 3
LEH - MULBEKH

Early morning, leave by road for Mulbekh, located 190 kilometers away on the Leh-Srinagar highway. On the way, visit the Magnetic Hill and Alchi Murals known to be 1000 years old. Later, visit the lunar landscapes nearby Lamayuru. By evening, arrive in Mublekh followed by check in at the Deluxe Camp. Later, go out to see the large rock-cut statue of Maitreya Buddha in Mublekh. Later, return back to the hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Mulbekh.

DAY 4
MULBEKH – DRASS - KARGIL

Early morning, leave by road for Drass via Kargil. On reaching Drass, you will be taken to visit “Vijay Memorial” followed by a photo shoot of the famous Tiger Hill. After having lunch at Drass, return back to hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Kargil.

DAY 5
KARGIL - LIKIR

Post a leisurely breakfast in the morning, return back to Leh (which is around 180 kilometers away from Kargil). En route, visit the scenic hamlet of Likir and meet with the local people.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Likir..

DAY 6
LIKIR - LEH

Post a leisurely breakfast in the morning, drive back to Leh. Upon arrival in Leh, you can go out for a shopping tour around the small curio markets of Leh. The interesting places you can visit include Tibetan Super market, Ecological Centre Crafts shop, Moti market and the old town. .

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh..

DAY 7
LEH – PANGONG LAKE

Early morning, embark on a full day tour of Pangong Lake, which is around 135 kilometers away from Leh. En route, you will pass through Durbuk and Tangtse villages in the Changthang region. Pangong Lake is the largest lake in Asia which changes its color 4 to 5 times in a day. Later, return back to the hotel..

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

DAY 8
LEH – KHARDUNGLA PASS - LEH

Today, start driving on the Nubra Valley highway to visit the famous Khardongla Pass located at 18,380 feet. It is the world’s highest motorable pass. Later, drive back to hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

DAY 9
DEPARTURE FROM LEH

Today is the last day of your tour. Today morning, get transferred to the Kushok Bukula airport to catch the flight for onward destination. The tour ends with the sweet memories with Delightful India Holidays.

Inclusion

  • Transportation By AC Car
  • Air Conditioning Car with Driver
  • Fuel (Petrol/Diesel)
  • Toll Taxes, Parking Charge, Inter State Taxes
  • Drive Allowance (Food & Accommodation)

Exclusion

  • Hotels / Accommodation
  • Monument Entrance Fees, Camera Fees, Entrance Fees of National Park, Safari Fees
  • Meal Expenses
  • Personal Expenses
  • Guide Charge
  • Other Activities
  • Air / Bus / Train Fare
  • Driver & Guide's Fees
  • Cancellation charges would apply as per company policy. Free cancellation before 30 days arrival after will charge 100%.
  • If require bill then add GST charge as per Government Rules.