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Day 1 : Srinager
Arrive in Srinagar on Your own. Met by an Airport Representative
outside. Traditional welcome at Hotel Grand Mumtaz (4* Dlx.) /
Mumtaz Heritage Gogji Bagh with Tikka & Garlanding.
Accommodation in well appointed Deluxe Room. After optional
Lunch and some relaxation go for trip to Mughal Garden, Nishat &
Shalimar, situated on Eastern shore of Dal Lake. Nishat - The
Garden of Pleasure, Shalimar - The Abode Of Love. Mughal
Emperors spent most of the summer times in these Garden and if
idea of paradise had any meaning, it is here. Visit Chasma -
Shahi the Natural Royal Spring. Also visit Pari Mahal (subjected
to security clearance from Governor House Authorities), Dinner &
overnight at the Hotel.
Day 2 : Srinager
After Breakfast. Visit Shankracharya Temple - Lord Shiva Temple,
which commands one of the magnificent view of the Srinagar city
and the Dal Lake. Visit Jama Masjid, Hazratbal Mosque, Carpet
factories, etc. Dinner at the Hotel.
Day 3 : Srinager - Pahalgam, 95 Km/3 Hrs
After Breakfast, leave for Pahalgam, the Valley of Kashmir or
the Valley of Shepherds 7,000 ft.above sea level. On the way
visit the
famous Saffron growing fields, Awantipur ruins. Check-in at
Grand Mumtaz Resort (3* Dlx.) / Mumtaz Heritage with warm &
traditional
Welcome. Accommodation in well appointed Deluxe Cottage Room.
Day free to enjoy charming valley of sizzling streams, crisp
breeze, lush green Pine forests, moderate temperatures, which
gives the sizzling Touch to the charming beauty of Pahalgam.
Dinner & night stay at the Resort.
Day 4 : Pahalgam - Gulmarg, 150 Km/5 Hrs
After the breakfast, Visit to Chandanwari Temple. Than leave
from Pahalgam to Gulmarg (The Meadow of the Flowers). Gulmarg
islocated at the altitude of 9,000 ft, also famous as Lovers
Paradise. Gulmarg is one of the most beautiful Summer Resorts in
the Valley. It is also popular for its Golf Course in the summer
and it is one of the best Winter Ski – slopes in the world.
Check-in at Grand Mumtaz Resort (3* Dlx.) with warm and
traditional Welcome. After an optional Lunch and some
relaxation, enjoy the splendor of nature and Snowing mountains.
A cable car ride on Gondola will take you to the Majestic height
of 13,000 ft above sea level covering the Magnificent views of
Himalayan Mountains and Pirpanjal ranges. Back by an evening.
Dinner & night stay at the Resort.
Day 5 : Gulmarg - Srinager, 55 Km/2 Hrs
After breakfast leave back for Srinagar.
Options 1 : An excursion to Yusmarg 47 Km/2 Hrs which is
acres upon acres of grassy meadow ringed by thick Pine Forest
and towered by awesome majestic snow clad mountains including
Sang-Safed & Tatta-Kutti. One can visit Charar-e-Sharief, the
shrine of Kashmir's patron Sufi-Saint Sheikh Noor-uddin or Nund
Reshi, 13 kms from Yusmarg, as short detour away from Srinagar
Road. One can also trek to Nilnag Lake.Back by the late
afternoon.
Option 2 : First half free for Leisure for local
shopping for the worldwide famous Pashmina shawls, hand made
silk carpet,dry fruits etc. Check in at Super - Deluxe Mumtaz
Palace HouseBoat. On way enjoy the shikara ride in Dal Lake to
enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city often compared to
Venice. You get a view of some very interesting places around
the Lake. Optional Visit to Char Chinar and enjoy the most
peaceful Sunset. In the evening return to Houseboat. Dinner &
night stay at the HouseBoat.
Day 6 : Srinagar - Kargil 202 Km/9-10 Hrs
After an early Breakfast, Leave for panoramic & the most
beautiful drive from Srinagar to Kargil where road passes
through the panoramic villages. Reach Sonmarg - Meadow of Gold
(2740 Mtrs) also known as Gateway of Ladakh. On the way stop at
many beautiful spots. Continue drive to Sonmarg 2690 Mtrs One
can ride on horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains
round the year After Sonmarg most rough road and wet Zojila pass
3527 Mtrs (Gateway of Ladakh). Continue drive towards Drass (The
second coldest inhibited place in the world), Stop here for tea
and passport check. Another two and half hours drive will take
us to Kargil (2710 Mtrs) which has got its importance after
opening of Ladakh for tourists in 1974. Overnight at Hotel D
Zoji-La.
Day 7 : Kargil - Leh 235 Km/10-11 Hrs
After an early Breakfast, for Leh.Ascending three passes this
day will be tiresome but panoramic too. First Buddhist village
will be Mulbek. Cross the highest pass (Fotula 13749 ft.) on
Srinagar Leh route. Arrive at Lamayuru oldest Monastery.
Continue at lunch time. Drive to next village Nimu with a view
of Zanskar River following into Indus. Finally reach Leh 3500
Mtrs. Chcek in at Hotel Grand Dragon/Dragon. Traditional Check
in, welcome tea / coffee will be served. Complete rest to get
acclimatize. Dinner with night stay.
Day 8 : Leh
After the breakfast ,Full day of visit drive 40 Kms (3 to 4
hours) visit Sindhu Ghat, Spituk Monastery, Kali Mata, Pather
Sahib, Magnetic
hill, Confluence of Zanskar - Indus river and Hall of fame.
Packed Lunch (optional) will be provided. After lunch drive to
visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and drop at Leh Market, nice walk
while returning to Hotel. Dinner with night stay.
Day 9 : Leh
After an early Breakfast, leave for Pangong Lake drive 154 Kms
(7 to 8 hours) through Changla Pass (5300 Mtr 17,350 fts) one of
the highest motor able road in the world. Visit the beautiful
Pangong Lake forms a part of the border area between India and
China. This Large, serene Lake at an altitude of 13,930 fts
above the sea level has a brilliant color variation including
deep blue, turquoise etc. Enjoy your Packed Lunch (optional) on
the bank of Lake. Drive back to Leh. Dinner with night stay.
Day 10 : Leh
After Breakfast drive 39 Kms (2 to 3 hours) World Highest Motor
able Road, Khardungla Pass ranging at (5603 mtrs, 18380 fts. At
the top enjoy the nature beauty of snow capped mountain. Return
to Hotel. After optional Lunch, one is free to explore Leh
Baazar and
surrounding. Dinner with night stay.
Day 11 : Leh
After Breakfast, Transfer to Airport and fly back to Delhi with
the sweet memories of Ladakh.
PACKAGE INCLUDES :
Welcome Tea / Coffee on arrival.
Fruit Basket and Cookies in every room.
Accommodation in well appointed Deluxe Double Room with LCD TV
at The
Grand Dragon, Ladakh (4* Deluxe) OR Dlx.Room at Hotel Dragon (A+
Category)
Daily Bed Tea, Buffet Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Air port Pick up and Drop.
Transportation for all sightseeing places as per the itinerary.
The above Rates are valid up to March - 2009.
Package Not Includes:
ILP(Inner Line Permit ) required to visit Indo-China &
Indo-Pakistan
Bordering areas like Nubhra Valley,Khardungla Pass,Pangong
Lake,etc
Air fare, Guide, Tips and Soft Drink.
Pls note that if Nubhra Valley is included in any Itinerary
except
Complete Ladakh, Than Rs.15,000/- would be added extra which
would
include Full one day on APAI(Full Board) with stay at the
S.Dlx.Swiss
Camp including Transport.
- Extra Adult (11 Yrs & Above)@ 40% NET
- Extra Child (5-10 Yrs)@25% NET
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