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KASHMIR TOURS >> ECO TOUR OF KASHMIR |
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Duration : |
12 Nights / 13 Days |
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Destinations Covered: |
Delhi - Srinagar - Sonamarg - Kargil - Leh - Indus Valley - Nubra Valley - Pangong Lake - Delhi |
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Welcome to India, Best of Kashmir Tour begins with your arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport-New Delhi. You will be received by our tour representative and transferred to your hotel. Afternoon depart for Delhi Sightseeing.
Delhi, the picturesque capital of India is most eclectic fusion of old and new. The city's rich traditions, effervescent history, monuments, museums, galleries, parks and Mughal architecture are some of the special attractions that excite tourists from all over the world.
An expert tour guide will help you to uncover the highlights of the bustling city in a day.
Your Best of Kashmir Tourbegins with a full day sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Explore the rich history and culture of Delhi, visit UNESCO world heritage sites of, Red Fort, QutubMinar&Humayun’s Tomb, also visit, Lotus Temple, Vijay Chowk and India Gate. Overnight at hotel.
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On arrival at Srinagar, you shall be met and transferred to the houseboat. Evening go for a Shikara ride on the famous Dal Lake. Overnight at Srinagar.
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| Day-3: |
| Srinagar – Sonamarg - Kargil |
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Early morning depart Srinagar & drive to Kargil, located at a distance of 205 km. Enroute stop at Sonamarg, the Meadow of Gold. Reach the Drass village which has the distinction of being the 2nd coldest place in the world & visit the Kargil war memorial. Pay your homage for those heroes who laid their lives in the famous Kargil War.
Move on to Kargil town. Arrive at the town by evening and check into your hotel. Overnight at Kargil.
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| Day 4 : |
| Kargil - Ulley Camp |
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After an early breakfast drive down to Ulleytokpo in Leh. Enroute visit the ancient rock-cut Statue of Maitreya Buddha at Mulbekh village and later on stop for photos at the lunar-like landscapes near Lamayuru Monastery.
Arrive at Ulley by evening and check into your resort. Overnight at Ulley.
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| Day 5 : |
| Ulley - River Rafting - Leh |
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After a leisurely breakfast proceed to the Rafting Point for a half day rafting on Zanskar River from Chilling to Nimoo. Experience the thrill of rafting, the spray of water drenching you and making you feel more alive than ever. Enjoy a hot lunch after the rafting.
Later drive down to Leh, the capital of Ladakh region. Enroute visit Alchi, Likir monastery, Indus &Zanskar River Sangam and Hall of Fame. Arrive at Leh by evening and check into your hotel. Overnight at Leh.
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| As the air in Leh is rarified, take this morning to acclimatise. Later in the afternoon visit Shanti Stupa, Shankar gompa and Leh palace. Overnight at Leh.
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| Day 7 : |
| Leh – Indus Valley - Leh |
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| This morning depart on a full day Indus Valley tour which includes visit to Shey Palace, Thiksey and Hemis Monasteries and Stok Palace. Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight at Leh. |
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| Day 8: |
| Leh – Nubra Valley |
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The 145 kms/7 hr journey commences in the morning with a steep and grinding uphill drive to Khardungla (18300 ft.). A brief halt at the Pass, with time free to capture some memorable moments after which you then begin the drive down to Nubra Valley.
Arrive at Nubra Valley and make your way to the picturesque campsite for overnight stay. If time permits, go for a short hike nearby. Overnight at Nubra Valley.
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Today explore the villages of Diskit and Hunder on the western floor and the villages of Sumur, Tegar and Panamik, with its hot springs, on the eastern floor of the valley. Visit the gompas in the valley including the famous ShamstelingGompa at Sumur and the DiskitGompa. Return to your hotel after this excursion.
Overnight at Nubra.
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| After a leisurely breakfast, drive back to Leh. Enjoy evening at leisure to explore the city on your own. Overnight at Leh.
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| Day 11 : |
| Leh to Pangong Lake |
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| Today depart for Pangong Lake, one of the amazing blue lakes in Ladakh. Situated at a height of 14,500 ft. It changes colours at different times in the day. Overnight at Pangong. |
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| After breakfast, return back to Leh. Arrive at Leh. Enjoy evening at leisure. Go shopping for souvenirs at the mall area. Overnight at Leh.
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| After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight for Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel and late evening assistance and transfer to international airport to board the flight back home. |
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