Kashmir & Ladakh: Himalayan Heights Expedition

Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in.

Later city tour of Delhi, visit landmark of Old Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight stay at Hotel

Delhi – Srinagar (flight)

transfer to airport to board flight for Srinagar. On arrival assistance and transfer hotel/ houseboat check in. Evening Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, visiting floating vegetable gardens. Overnight at houseboat/ hotel.

Overnight at houseboat/ hotel.

Srinagar

sightseeing of the Mughal gardens, visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh & Chashma Shahi. Later visit Shankaracharya Temple the sacred temple occupies the top of the hills known as Takht-I-Sulaiman in the south-east of Srinagar. The site dates back to 250BC. Overnight at hotel / houseboat.

Overnight at hotel / houseboat.

Srinagar – Gulmarg (56kms/ 2hrs approx)

drive to Gulmarg (The Meadow of the Flowers) located at the altitude of 9,000ft. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter.

Enjoy a cable car ride on Gondola which will take you to the Majestic height of 13,000ft above sea level covering the magnificent views of Himalayan Mountains and Pirpanjal ranges. You can also enjoy a view of Nanga Parbat if the weather permits. Golf playing, Horse Riding, Hiking & Snow Skiing are other activities available here at additional cost. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Gulmarg – Pahalgam (142kms/ 3hrs approx)

drive to Pahalgam the Valley of Shepherds 7,000ft above sea level. On the way visit the famous Saffron growing fields and Awantipur Ruins (1100 years old temple of lord Vishnu build by King Awantivarman), enjoy the beautiful countryside on the way. On arrival check-in at hotel.

Pahalgam; situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot. There is a Shiva temple considered to be Kashmir's oldest existing temple, dating to the 5th century. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Pahalgam

visit Aru valley noted for its scenic meadows. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier, the Tarsar-Marsar lakes and the Katrinag valley. It is also a base for the treks to Lidderwat, the Vishansar-Kishansar lakes and Kangan. The Kolahoi is the largest glacier in the Kashmir Valley, and is located near Mt. Kolahoi (5425m), the highest peak in the Valley. There are about 20 alpine lakes, peaks and meadows around the Aru Valley. Other popular activities include fishing of trout in the Lidder River, trekking, hiking, horse riding, sightseeing and photography. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Pahalgam – Srinagar (83kms/ 3hrs approx)

drive to Srinagar, check in at hotel. Rest day free and easy for personal activities relax. Overnight at hotel/ houseboat.

Overnight at hotel/ houseboat.

Srinagar – Leh (flight)

On arrival at Leh airport assistance and transfer to hotel. Rest time to get acclimatize at high altitude. Later, in the evening visit the Leh Market, Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Leh – Indus Valley - Leh (70kms/ 2hrs approx)

proceed for an excursion to, Sangam (Confluence of Zanskar & Indus Rivers, Magnetic hill & Gurudwara Pather Sahib. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Leh - Nubra Valley (140kms/ 4hrs approx)

drive to Nubra Valley via Khardungla (Highest Motorable road in the world, 18,380 ft). You can take short breaks at roadside cafes and scenic points for photography. On arrival check in to the hotel/camp. Post lunch, enjoy a camel safari (double humped camel which are found only in Ladakh & Mongolia) at the Sand Dunes between Deskit & Hundur Village. Overnight at hotel/ Camp.

Overnight at hotel/ Camp.

Nubra - Pangong Lake via Shyok river road (150kms / 6hrs approx)

leave for Pangong Lake 14,500 ft, drive of 6 – 7 Hrs. Arrival at Camp, Later free time at Leisure and enjoy the color changing lake and the sun set on the banks of lake. Overnight at hotel/ Camp.

Overnight at hotel/ Camp.

Pangong Lake – Leh (140kms/ 4hrs approx)

Early morning enjoy the picturesque view of Sun rise on lake. After Breakfast drive back to Leh, en route visit Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.