Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Arrival in Leh
Kashmir is all set for a grand welcome. Ladakh is among the largely visited tourist destinations in India. Leh gives you an opportunity to opportunity to witness high passes, scenic valleys, rocky terrains, hail clad mountains and many such charming elements of nature.
As soon as you arrive in Leh, transfers will be arranged to drive you to the hotel. Reach the hotel, check in and relax for the day. The first day of this Leh Ladakh tour package for couples will be at leisure so that you can acclimatize to the high altitude of Leh.
Spend the night at the hotel in Leh in the comfort of the room alongside your loved one.
Acclimatization Tips for Leh Ladakh Tour Package For Couples:
You may suffer from a headache, dizziness or even acute mountain sickness owing to being at an altitude of over 10,000 ft. Hence, acclimatization is of paramount importance to prepare for a trip to Ladakh.
- Get a physical check-up done before you leave for the trip to make sure you have no serious health issues.
- Stay at bay from overeating.
- Carry medicines such as Diamox, Asprin, Dexamethasone, and Disprin. These regulate breathing and come handy for headaches and body aches.
- Avoid anti-depressants, smoking or consuming alcohol on your Leh Ladakh road trip by car. It could result in breathing problems.
- Drink plenty of water and keep yourself hydrated at all times.You can also mix it with glucose and electrolytes for the extra energy.
Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing Tour in LehGet close to the ethereal beauty of Leh on this Leh Ladakh tour package for couples. It gives its visitors an opportunity to experience one of the most electrifying boulevard adventures.
On this second day of your Leh Ladakh tour package for couples, you will continue your exploration of this beautiful city. After breakfast, visit the most popular tourist destinations in Leh.
Later, return to the hotel in Leh for a romantic dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Top Attractions to visit on your Leh Ladakh tour package for couples:
- Shey Palace: This was built by the King of Ladakh his summer retreat house. It also houses a gompa which is popular for its massive copper-gold gilded idol of a seated Shakyamuni Buddha. This statue is the second largest Buddha statue in Ladakh.
- Thiksey Monastery: (open 07:00 a.m. - 07:00 p.m.; no entry fees).Housing a 49-feet high statue of Maitreya Buddha, this monastery spans across a 12-storey scenic complex.
- Hemis Monastery:(open 06:00 a.m. - 08:00 p.m.; no entry fees). This monastery is dotted with mud stupas. It also has a museum and a shop selling curios at comparatively cheaper rates.
- Stok Palace Museum: (open 08:00 a.m. - 05:00 p.m.; entry fees INR 50 / 500 for Indians / foreigners).The Stok Palace was the official residence of the royal family of Ladakh. It has an intriguing collection of Buddhist art, seals, weaponry, thangka paintings, coins and other items from the royal household.
Day 3: Excursion to Pangong LakeIf there is a heaven, you can see it from just 35 kilometres off the Indo-China border. Post breakfast, drive to Pangong Lake.
The very scenic Pangong Lake is most popular for changing colours as per the suns directions from morning till evening. It is very long and spreads across both the nations of India and China. A six hour drive takes you to these brackish waters that provide its visitors with a spectacular reflection of the surrounding mountains.
Travel with all possible supplies as there is nothing available on the site.
Return back in the night for dinner and comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Rare facts about Leh:
- Leh’s Bailey bridge is 30 meters long and is the highest bridge in the world.
- The Bactrian camel in the Nubra Valley are two-humped camels. They can only be found here. They are extremely rare compared to single hump camels.
- The majestic magnetic hill of Leh has an alignment such that the slope of the background gives an illusion of the cars drifting upwards.
- Leh is popular as an important astronomy center owing to its high altitude and clear skies.
- Ladakh is situated between the Great Himalayas and the Karakoram ranges- two of the world’s highest mountain ranges.
- The Pangong Lake in Ladakh is one of the highest salt lakes in the world.
Day 4: Excursion to AlchiPost breakfast at the hotel on your second day of the Leh Ladakh tour package for couples, proceed for a day excursion to Alchi.
The diverse topography comprising of undulating valleys and towering mountains here have no comparison.
After an early breakfast, drive to visit the oldest surviving monastic heritage of Ladakh- Alchi Tsokar. (open 08:00 a.m - 06:00 p.m.; no entry fees). This 11th century structure is a UNESCO listed heritage site.
In the evening, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
What to eat on your Leh Ladakh tour package for couples:
- Cheese from Yak’s milk: Locally known as Chhupri, make sure to try dishes made with yak cheese. It is available in three flavors: Salty, sweet and plain.
- Tigmo:It is a form of steamed and fermented teamed bread. It is very soft and fluffy and can be eaten with a veg/non-veg stew.
- Butter Tea: When in Leh, this is a must-have. The tea tastes salty and looks pink. However, it is essential as the butter helps the lips from getting chapped in the winters and the salt helps prevent oneself from altitude sickness.
- Thukpa: This is a Tibetan soup. It is just like a clear soup filled with lots of healthy vegetables. This makes for a perfect comfort food to deal with the cold temperatures of Leh.
Day 5: Excursion to Khardung LaSet an altitude of 5359 meters, Khardung La is a mountain pass in Ladakh. It is allegedly the highest motorable road in the world, as per the Guinness Book of World Records.
Post breakfast, head to the Khardung La. The drive is extremely scenic and will take you through mountainous terrain bounded by thick forests. Special permits may be required for tourists to make the journey.
In the evening, return back to the hotel in Leh and enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Offbeat things to do on your Leh Ladakh tour package for couples:
- Visit the Donkey sanctuary: Spend some time at this exquisite spot and pat the helpless donkeys to sleep. It is the only donkey sanctuary in Asia.
- Hike on The Markha Valley Trail: If you wish to get the best of Himalayan desert, opt for this. It is a seven-day moderate level trek that commences form Spituk and takes you through some of the most picturesque Himalayan villages.
- Experience Ladakh’s festive face: Right from polo matches and masked dances to archery exceptional local cuisine, you will witness Ladakh in all its glory during festivals.
- Play Ice Hockey: Play the countries national sport at the Karzoo Ice Hockey Rink. Every year the Ladakh Winter Sports Club organizes several ice hockey tournaments from December to March.
Day 6: Departure We hope that our Leh Ladakh tour package for couples helped you to revitalize yourself from the hectic city life schedule. Today on your last day of this trip, check out from the hotel and head to the airport. Board a flight back home and start afresh with renewed aspirations and hopes.