Tour to Leh-Ladakh(Land of Beauty and Dreams) from 24th June to 9th July with Vibes Outdoors

Dear Vibers,
We are glad to invite you for this seasons grand tour to the Land of Dreams Leh-Ladakh from 24th June to 9th July 2014.

Info:-

Leh-Leh was an important stopover on trade routes along the Indus Valley between Tibet to the east, Kashmir to the west and also between India and China for centuries. The main goods carried were salt, grain, pashm or wool, charas or cannabis resin from the Tarim Basin, Indigo, silk yarn and Banaras Brocade..Mountains dominate the landscape around the Leh as it is at an altitude of 3,500m. The principal access roads include the 434 km Srinagar-Leh highway which connects Leh with Srinagar and the 473 km Leh- Manali highway which connects Manali with Leh. Both roads are open only on a seasonal basis.Although the access roads from Srinagar and Manali are often blocked by snow in winter, the local roads in the Indus Valley usually remain open due to the low level of precipitation and snowfall.

Ladakh -"land of high passes" is a region of India in the state of Jammu and Kashmir that lies between the Kunlun mountain range in the north and the main Great Himalayas to the south, inhabited by people of Indo-Aryan and Tibetian descent.It is one of the most sparsely populated regions in Jammu and Kashmir and its culture and history are closely related to that of Tibet.

Places which we are Visiting:- 

• Sonamarg(Meadow of Gold) 
• Kargil
• Leh
• Leh-Khardungala Pass
• Ladakh
• Alchi-Uletokpo
• Leh Monestries
• Zojilla Pass
• Drass
• Srinagar Sightseeing                         

Travel Schedule :-We will be reaching Shrinagar on 25th June 2014 and night stay in Srinagar only. Our actual tour is starting from 26th June 2014.

Day 01| Srinagar Arrival

              Arrival at Srinagar, and transfer to Deluxe Hote. Evening shikara ride on  Dal Lake

           to enjoy the   sunset on the Lake. Overnight at Srinagar

Day 02 | Srinagar |Sonamarg

After early breakfast at Srinagar, proceed on a day excursion to Sonmarg, the 'Meadow of Gold'. Enjoy a pony ride on the glacier (ponies can be hired directly). Stay overnight at the Hotel. 

Day 03 | Sonamarg | Kargil

Leave in the morning and drive to Kargil by coach and road passes through the panoramic village reach Sonmarg (2740 Mtrs) After Sonmarg most rough road and wet Zojila pass 3527 Mtrs (Gateway of Ladakh). Continue drive towards Drass (The second coldest inhibited place in the world) we stop here for tea and passport check. Another two and half hours drive will take us to Kargil (2710 Mtrs) which has got its importance after opening of Ladakh for tourists in 1974. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04 |Kargil | Leh 

Leave in the morning full day drive to Leh today we have to ascend three passes this day will be tiresome but panoramic too. First Buddhist village will be Mulbek. We have to cross the highest pass (Fotula 13749 ft.) on Srinagar Leh route. At lunch time we will be at Lamayuru oldest Monastery. Continue drive to next village Nimu a view of Zanskar River following into Indus. Finally we reach Leh 3500 Mtrs. Overnight at Hotel.

       Day 5: Leh Monastries 

               Morning half day tour of Spituk and Phyang Monastery by Jeep. At the time

           of lunch return back to Hotel.Afternoon visit by foot to Kings Palace, Leh Mosque,   

           Leh Gompa, and  Leh Bazar. In the evening return back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

       Day 6: Leh - Khardongla Pass - Leh 85 Kms

              After breakfast day excursion to Khardongla pass which is the highest motor able

          pass in the world 5600 Mtrs and has been recorded in the Gunnies Book of world

          records. At the top enjoy the nature beauty of snow capped mountains. In the

          evening return back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

       Day 7: Leh - Alchi - Uletokpo 75 Kms

          Leave for Uletokpo camping which is one of the most beautiful camping in the

          Ladakh region on the way visit Spituk monastery which is just 5 kms from Leh town.

         Continue drive to Alchi monastery is the only monastery in the Ladakh on flat ground.

         By the lunch time you will reach Uletokpo. In the evening return back to the hotel.

         Overnight at Hotel.

         Day 8: Leh- Kargil 

         Leave in the morning start drive to Kargil and we have to cross highest pass on

        Srinagar Leh route Fotula 13749 Fts. On the way visit Mulbek and Lamayuru

        monastery one of the oldest monastery in Ladakh region. Continue drive to Kargil in

        the late afternoon you reach at kargil. Check in hotel. After refreshing leave for

        local sightseeing of kargil by foot. Over night at Hotel.

      Day 9: Kargil - Srinagar (205 Kms)

         Full day drive to Srinagar. On the way you stop at many places and wet Zojila pass

         3527 Mtrs known as (Gateway of Ladakh) continue drive towards Drass second

         coldest place in the world here we stop for tea and passport check. Another three

         and half hours drive will take us Srinagar. Overnight at Hotel.

      Day 10: Srinagar–Local sightseeing 

         Leave for Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif

         Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) built

         by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. All the gardens are situated on the

         bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. The distance from  

        Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12 and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit

         carpet-weaving factory and old Srinagar city..

      Day 11: Srinagar–Gulmarg-Srinagar 96kms

             Full day trip Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea             level.distance of 60 kms will be covered in about 2 hrs. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slope in the world and highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can alsohave the view of Nanga Parbat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek upto Khilangmarg, which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Also enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available. Return back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

    

      Day 12: Srinagar  Jammu

         Full day drive to Jammu overnight stay in hotel

      Day 13: Jammu Railway station Drop 

Meeting Point :- 08.30pm sharp@Mumbai Central Station ,we have to catch Golden Temple Express on 23rd June,2014 

Tour Price: Rs.29,000/-per person

Tour Cost Includes:

2 X 2 Non-AC BUS, HOTEL STAY (TWIN SHARING), 3 TIMES TEA, 1 BREAKFAST, LUNCH ,DINNER, GUIDE FEES, ENTRY FEES

Tour Cost Excludes:

TRAIN FARE/ AIR FARE , TEA – B’FAST – MEAL IN TRAIN JOURNEY, CAMERA CHARGES, PONY, DOLY CHARGES,  GANDOLA TIKITS , FUN BOATING, LAUNDRY CHARGES,SERVICE TAX (3.09%),

Payment details:
One needs to pay  Rs 15,000 as advance at the time of booking in the following bank current account :-

Name of Current Acc Holder        :  VIBES OUTDOORS
Bank name                                     :  ICICI
Bank account number                  :  187905500086
Bank branch name and address :  Kalyan Shivaji Chowk Branch

IFSC code for bank                       :  ICIC0001879

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Proper and comfortable rucksack,
 water, comfortable shoes, torch with extra pair of cells,light bedding,sleeping bag,extra clothing(t shirts),bandana or any woolen cap,extra pairs  of socks,Glucon 'C' or 'D', 'Enerzal' powder, personal medical kit, extra Optional - Cap, goggle, spoon, slippers, knife, snacks, fruits, towel etc. Do not carry: Slippers High Heels, Alcohol, Drugs

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