India: Ladakh Sampler

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Often called “Little Tibet,” Ladakh is one of the most remote regions of India. Situated on the vast Tibetan plateau, it is encircled by towering 20,000-foot Himalayan ramparts to the south while the mighty Karakoram lie to the north. This is a spectacular landscape: sweeping open sandstone valleys are intensified by emerald oases and turquoise lakes, while a...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Signature MTS guides lead you on a 3-day trek through Ladakhi villages, where you'll have the rare opportunity to visit local homes
    • Visit ancient monasteries set against a harsh but breathtakingly stunning landscape
    • Explore Old Delhi and Leh, ancient capital of Ladakh

What's this trip about?

    Often called “Little Tibet,” Ladakh is one of the most remote regions of India. Situated on the vast Tibetan plateau, it is encircled by towering 20,000-foot Himalayan ramparts to the south while the mighty Karakoram lie to the north. This is a spectacular landscape: sweeping open sandstone valleys are intensified by emerald oases and turquoise lakes, while age-old Buddhist gompas (monasteries) perch on the highest hilltops below the swirling clouds of the mountain skies. 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDelhi
End CityDelhi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Trip includes

    • Expert leadership
    • Accommodations as noted in itinerary (or similar)
    • If applicable, tent or safari accommodations and all arrangements in the field, including camp and cook staffs, comfortable and roomy two-person tents, kitchen and dining tents, and other community equipment
    • Meals as noted in the itinerary
    • Airport transfers
    • Sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
    • Ground transportation
    • Additional guides and porters where necessary
    • Tips for lodge, hotel, or camp staff
    • Entrance fees and permits, unless noted separately in costs
    • Basic medical and evacuation insurance

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi

Accommodation: Claridges Hotel

Arrive in Delhi, India. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free to rest and relax. Meals on your own.

Note—It takes two to three days (depending on your airline sc...

Day 2: Leh (12,000')

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: The Grand Dragon Ladakh

Transfer to the airport for the early morning flight to Leh, the ancient historical capital city of Ladakhand once a stop on the Asian “Silk Route.”This is undoubtedly one of the m...

Days 3-4: Monasteries around Leh

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: The Grand Dragon Ladakh

Ladakh’s monasteries have played a pioneering role in preserving the ancient Buddhist culture and spreading the message of peace and non-violence in this trans-Himalayan region. Th...

Day 5: Alchi Monastery

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Alchi Guesthouse

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Alchi. En route we stop to visit the recently renovated fort at Basgo. A jagged skyline of ruins dominates the village of Basgo, which was capital of Ladak...

Day 6: Balukhar – begin trek to Tingmosgang (10,495')

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Namra Hotel

We’ll drive for an hour from Alchi to the road head at Balukhar (10,496'). The walk begins with a steady climb for an hour, after which the trail ascends gradually to the top of Bongbongla (11...

Day 7: Tingmosgang (10,495')

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Namra Hotel

You’ll be treated to a traditional Ladakhi breakfast in the home of the Namras family, who own the hotel. Today, we’ll take a day excursion around the villages of Tingmosgang and Tia. We drive...

Day 8: Hemis Shukpachen (11,795')

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: The Grand Dragon Ladakh

We’ll drive a short distance to the village of Ang, where we begin climbing gradually to Meptakla Pass (1,202') for spectacular views of the valley. As we walk toward the pass, we’...

Day 9: Delhi

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Claridges Hotel

Fly to Delhi (weather permitting!). Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

Day 10: Delhi

Meals: Breakfast

If the Leh flight is not delayed, you’ll have a morning tour of old Delhion by cycle rickshaw. Sights include Jamma Masjid (The Great Mosque), the largest mosque in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan; Chandani Chowk, t...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,798
Price per day$180
Single supplement (single occupancy)$800
Last Updated: 9/17/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Meals not noted on itinerary
    • Insurance other than basic medical and evacuation insurance
    • Optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff
    • Excess baggage charges
    • Airport taxes (international—varies by location)
    • Cost of medical immunizations
    • Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)

Accommodation

Claridges Hotel — New Delhi

Graceful architecture, elegant décor, and a seamless blend of old-world charm and contemporary facilities have earned The Claridges Hotel its esteemed reputation. Distinguished guest rooms, personalized service and proximity to shopping and local culture make this the ideal accommodation for the discerning traveler.

 

Namra Hotel — Tingmosgang

A very simple hotel run by a Ladakhi family

 

The Grand Dragon Ladakh — Leh

The Grand Dragon Ladakh is an excellent hotel in this exotic location, with views of the Stok Kangri range of the Himalayas. Acclimatization is not always easy at this altitude, but the incredibly attentive staff and comfortable accommodations help ease the transition. There are several dining options and the rooms are modern and well-appointed.

 

Alchi Guesthouse

Transportation & flights

Air Travel Airfare is not included in the land cost of our trips. For air reservations, we recommend you contact the airlines directly, either by phone or the Internet. In addition, many travelers elect to use their “frequent flyer” miles when traveling with us. But please check with our staff before purchasing or obtaining your tickets. We need to verify your arrival and departure schedule and ensure we have enough participants to operate the trip.
Cancellation policy

If written cancellation is received cancellation fee will be:

  • 90 days prior to departure $150
  • 89 to 61 days prior to departure $400
  • 60 to 46 days prior to departure 50% of Land/Cruise Cost
  • 45 to 0 days prior to departure 100% of Land/Cruise Cost
Travel Insurance
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Visa requirements
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Meals Included

9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 7 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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