Ladakh with Turtuk (12 - 18 August 2024)

Day wise itinerary specially designed by Wacanza for solo group trips in India

Day 1: Welcome to Ladakh

Reach Leh by early morning, meet your tour buddy and the group, and check in at your hotel. It is time to give your nerves the much deserved rest to acclimatize and to get ready for the steep climb in the coming days around Leh. Visit Leh market, Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace.

Overnight at Leh Hotel

Day 2: Leh City

After breakfast, we visit Patthar Sahib Gurudwara, and Confluence of Zanskar & Rancho School.

Day 3: Nubra Valley

After an early breakfast, we start our journey towards Nubra Valley (~126 km) situated in the north of Leh, at about 10,000 feet above sea level. The road, which climbs up and over the Khardung La, at approximately 18,380 feet, is believed to be the second-highest motorable road in the world. After crossing the Pass, the group heads to Diskit Gompa (main town of Nubra valley). Lunch en-route will be availed at Khalser village. Visit the sand dunes & one can even try ATV drive (Optional & chargeabel)

Overnight at Nubra Camps

Day 4: Turtuk

Post breakfast, we will visit Turtuk village, Turtuk was part of Pakistan – Occupied Kashmir up until 1971, at a height of 3,001 MT, locals here used to be Indians before 1947 and Pakistani citizens until 1971 and again Indians now. We will visit the king's house.

Overnight at Nubra Camps

Day 5: Pangong

Post an early breakfast, we start a bumpy ride to Pangong Lake (~200 km ride), which is situated at an altitude of 14,271 feet above sea level. The bare rolling hills interspersed with dusty valleys are the setting for the spectacular lakes in the area. Pangong Lake needs no introduction, ever since Amir Khan stepped foot here. Part of the lake runs through the Indo-Chinese border.

Overnight at Pangong camps/homestay

Day 6: Chang la & Leh

After breakfast, we start driving towards Leh, en-route we will cross Chang la pass and visit Thiskey monastery.

The evening is at leisure and overnight at Leh

Overnight in Leh

Day 7: End of Trip

Goodbye Hugs & Drop to Airport

Ladakh Group Trip package

From ₹31,999.00

Quantity

Accommodation on double sharing basis (Male & Female Separate)

Sightseeing and transfers as per group timings

Entry tickets for places mentioned in the itinerary

Wacanza Tour buddy

Meals as mentioned

Transportation by Mini bus / SUV

Airport transfers as per the group timings
Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Airfare

Any non-veg meals

Any extension of stay due to personal or external reasons, including landslides / medical condition etc

Expenses occurred due to bad weather, flight or ferry cancellation, strike or political unrest to be paid by guest as per actual
Day 1: Dinner

Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 5: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 6: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7: Breakfast (Depending on flight timing)

Please note:

Meals provided in trips can be either À la carte or buffet

By default, all meals are vegetarian

Any non veg dishes / alcoholic beverages can be added at an additional cost.

Sometimes meals are non-vegetarian where vegetarian food is difficult to arrange.

Wander Womaniya tour buddy will assist you to get vegetarian meal options during the trip.

Any meals not mentioned here will be at an additional cost, payable directly during the trip.
Meals provided in trips can be either À la carte or buffet

By default, all meals are vegetarian

Any non veg dishes / alcoholic beverages can be added at an additional cost.

Sometimes meals are non-vegetarian where vegetarian food is difficult to arrange.

Wacanza tour buddy will assist you to get vegetarian meal options during the trip.

Any meals not mentioned here will be at an additional cost, payable directly during the trip.
Hiking shoes / Sport Shoes

A water bottle

Sunscreen

Prescribed Medicines

A hoodie or sweatshirt

Cold weather clothing

Camera, charger, Power bank

Currency in Cash (Network might not be great & ATMs generally are not working)

Sunglasses

Original I'd Proof (Aadhar card / Voter I'd card / Passport / Driving Licence)

Oxygen Can

Woollen Clothing

Backpack/duffel bag to carry everything you need for smaller / overnight trips around Leh.

Thermal wear

Ready to Eat foods

First Aid kit with good supply of medicines needed regularly & Electral Powder (with Diamox and regular medicines)

Postpaid Sim card (Airtel / BSNL / Jio) - Prepaid numbers don't work in Ladakh & Kashmir
Mountain sickness is a real danger and can be fatal

Symptoms of acute mountain sickness (AMS) include headache, light-headedness, breathlessness and nausea. Sujata Sahu, founder of the 17,000 ft Foundation, explains, “Hospitals in Leh are filled with tourists who think the weather is great and take acclimatization lightly.” If you think something’s wrong, stop or descend to the lowest possible point immediately.

Do’s

1. Must walk slowly, slower than the capacity. Drink lots of water.

2. Have plenty of drinking water, Electral powder mix with water or any kind of liquids except Alcohol.

3. While Visiting any Gompa, Pls take Lama’s Permission for Photo or Video(no flash allowed inside Gompas)

4. Please take Suggestions of Family Doctor before Visiting Ladakh for any kind of medicines

5. Please follow the Guidelines given by Tour Leader.

6. Put on a warm jacket before the sun goes down.

7. Dress in layers, not just one thick jacket

8. Carry chocolates or Dry fruits all the time.

Don’ts

1. Don’t exert unnecessarily or suddenly.

2. Don’t smoke too much.

3. Avoid Alcohol

Medicines such as Diamox may be prescribed by general physicians prior to the trip and help reduce the chances of AMS—in case of any discomfort, this should be your first go-to. Having said that, the body is also fully capable of adjusting to the altitude on its own, if given time. Chewing something (especially garlic and chocolates) helps keep symptoms away. Most local vehicles and campsites are equipped with oxygen cylinders; don’t hesitate to use them if/when necessary.