Tour Highlights :
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Monasteries, villages, Extensive Jeep safari, |
| Duration : |
13 Days (Delhi to Delhi) |
| Best Season : |
July-August |
| Price : |
0000* |
* Please check inclusion / exclusion and terms & condition section
About The Tour
JEEP SAFARI TO ZANSKAR
Zanskar is most isolated region of Ladakh around 480 kms from Leh and 250 kms from Kargil. Zanskar is reached after a day drive to Kargil and second day from Kargil to Padum. The route from Kargil to Padum is the only motorable road to reach Zanskar valley, which remains open from June to September. Approaching Padum through this route, one travel south, along the Suru River, which flows down from Penzila Pass through Suru valley and Zanskar. The Suru valley is one of the most beautiful regions of Ladakh and is inhabited by people of the Balti origin. Muslim communities inhabit the valley, but in the past, the valley was populated by Buddhist. There are few rocks curving of Maitriya Buddha, at Kartse Khar and Padmapani Avaloketeshvara at Byama Khambu. Sanku is the largest village surrounded by colorful Rocky Mountains and flowers in summer. It has a small Bazaar dotted with shops and restaurants. The next major village is Panikhar, under the shadows of Nun Kun Massif. The photographic view of Nun Kun can be enjoyed from the village Thangbu, about 12 Kms. short of Panikhar. Leaving Panikhar and arrive Parkachik, through the ascent along the Suru River, one reaches the first little Buddhist village called Zuldo. Next comes the Rangdum monastery, which is situated on a rock hill in the middle of the valley. Around hours journey from here is Penzila from where one can view the Zanskar valley and Drang Drung Glacier beside the Penzila. There are many small villages between Aksho to Padum i.e. Hamuling, Phay and Dungri. The valley is covered with blanket of green patches. The road leads to the left bank of Doda chu. At Dungri it crosses the Doda chu. The road truns to the south and leads to Padum. On the way one passes the Suny monastery, with the Kanika Chorten and then Padum after 6 Kms. Padum, Once the Capital of the Zanskar valley, today it is the administrative headquarter of the region and probably the most populous settlement of the Valley. There are many monastery to visit in Zanskar i.e Suny, Stongdey, Zongkhul, Karsha and Phuktal monasteries. This Jeep tour can be organised for 1-2 weeks starting from Leh.
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Day By Day Itinerary
| Day 01: |
Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Upon arrival met by representative and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Delhi. |
| Day 02: |
Delhi-Leh
Early morning departure to the Domestic airport to fly Delhi-Leh by Jet Airways which leaves Delhi about 05:40 am and takes 01 hr 15 min to reach Leh. Day complete rest to acclimatize to the high altitude. Since you are reaching an altitude of 11,500 ft within an hrs time it is very important to get acclimatized to Avoid Acute Mountain Sickness |
| Day 03: |
Leh
Early morning leave to meet with the morning prayer ceremony at Thiksey and further sightseeing of Hemis and Shey monasteries. Evening at Leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 04: |
Leh-Lamayuru (120 Kms)
Drive from Leh to Lamayuru, enroute visit Alchi, Likir, Basgo, Rizong monastery and Chulichan nunnery. Dinner and overnight at Lamayuru monastery Guest House. |
| Day 05: |
Lamayuru-Kargil (115 Kms)
Morning visit the Lamayuru monastery and drive to Kargil. Overnight hotel at Kargil. |
| Day 06: |
Kargil - Rangdum: 130 km / 6-7 hrs
In the morning after breakfast we drive towards Suru valley along Suru River. Enroute we see the mighty twin peaks of Nun & Kun that are among the most challenging peaks in Ladakh. By evening we arrive at Rangdum plains in Zanskar region. Overnight stay in Guest House. |
| Day 07: |
Rangdum - Padum: 110 km / 6 hrs
In the morning we start and visit the famous Rangdum Monastery perched on a solitary rock in the middle of the valley. After that we drive to Padum, the capital of Zanskar region. By late afternoon we reach Padum and check in at the hotel for the overnight stay. |
| Day 08 to 09: |
Padum:- Visit various monasteries & villages for 2 days. Stay overnight at the hotel in Padum. Or we may stay in a monastery. But we have to geared with sleeping bags, inflatable pillow and lots of Can and packed food as you may not be able to adjust with the local food / the monastery food. Given below are the places that are very interesting to visit but it will depend on the pace that how many that would be covered from:
Karsha: Karsha is the largest Gelug-pa monastery in Zanskar which is believed to be founded by the great translator Lotsava Rinchen Zangpo in 10-11th century AD. In the many halls of Karsha one can find some of the best specimens of Mural art. Later drive back to Padum enroute we stop to visit the Kalachakra Gompa where His Holiness Dalai Lama performed Kalachakra initiations.
Sani -Zongkhul - We can drive to Sani village and then to Ating located on the banks of river Zanskar. The jeep is abandoned at Ating and after crossing the bridge start the steady trek to Zongkhul Cave Monastery the founding of which is ascribed to Naropa. Later on the return journey visit the village of Sani then drive back to Padum.
Thongde - We can explore the Monastery of Thongde situated on rocky outcrop. One of the main attractions is the Gon Khang " the chambers of the protectors" of the monastery. Explore the other prayer halls of the Gompa. Later explore the village of Thongde.
Zangla - Drive to northern part of Zanskar valley, Zangla is believed to being ruled still by the king whose Palace stands on hill top Visit the one of the last remaining suspension bridges a remarkable example of primitive engineering. After visit to the Palace, drive further 5-10 minutes to visit the Zangla Nunnery monastery.
Bardan - Pibting - Visit the villages of Bardan, 15 km from Padum, and then visit the Pibiting village. Pibiting village can also be walked down from Padum, which is a short distance. Pibiting is considered to be one of the most interesting villages to be explored for the village life. |
| Day 10: |
Padum – Kargil (240 Kms / 11 hrs). Morning drive back to Rangdum. Overnight stay in tented camp. |
| Day 11: |
Kargil -Leh:( 231 km) On our way back to Leh we can visit the Phyang and Spituk monasteries. famous for its Buddha statue. In Leh overnight stay in the hotel. |
| Day 12: |
Leh-Delhi Early morning departure transfer to Leh airport to board “Jet Airways or Air Deccan” flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, met by representative and transfer to hotel. Evening transfer to International airport to fly home. |
| Day 13: |
Delhi Home Transfer to International airport to fly home. |
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Price Includes :
• Accommodation in “A” category hotel at Leh and Kargil with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• Accommodation in Lamayuru Monastery hotel at Lamayuru with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• Accommodation in Zanskar at Guest House / Tourist Lodge with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• Transportation for as per the itinerary by Scorpio/Gypsy/Sumo.
• English Speaking monastery guide for sightseeing
• All monastery entrance fees in Ladakh
• Arrival and departure transfers at airports in Delhi and Leh with assistance
• Any Inner-line permits applicable as per the regions.
Price Excludes :
• Airfares
• Accommodation in Delhi***
• Government Service tax 4.95% on package
• Medical and insurance of any kind.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay/cancellation, strike or any other natural calamities
• Tips, laundry, liquors, wines, mineral water, telephone charges and items of personal nature.
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***Accommodation in Delhi is not calculated due to huge variation and difference in price and type of accommodation. We shall quote once we know of your choice.
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