High on Heights

Spituk to Stok Trek

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Duration

03 Days

Best Time

May to October

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Highest Point

Stok La Pass (4,900m)

Focus

Nature, Wildlife

Highlight

Village Home Stay

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Physical Challenge

Moderate

Included
Excluded

Tour Plans

Specially curated for adventure lovers and mountain enthusiasts, this exclusive tour takes you across 13 high passes, 5 breathtaking high-altitude lakes, and remote villages of Ladakh unfolding through 6 spectacular valleys. With its challenges and unmatched beauty, it truly is a journey to remember.
Day 1

Leh - Sham Valley

Arrive at Leh airport, leave for Sham Valley. Transfer to your reserved accommodation. Full day at rest for acclimatization. O/N Sham Valley.

Day 2

Lamayuru – Photoksar – Singgela Pass – Lingshed – Padum (6- 7 hrs)

Today we will proceed towards Zanskar by Photoksar over Sirsir la Pass (15,750 ft). You will witness the Zanskar Range as well as our next pass, Singge La Pass (16,703 ft). Later we cross Singge La, the highest pass on this route, and reach Lingshed. Continue to drive towards Zanskar by crossing Kilima Bridge and then reach Zangla, if time permits, visit Zangla Fort. Evening, you will reach Zanskar Padum. Overnight stay at Padum.

Day 3

Padum

Visit Sani, Stongdey & Karsha Gompa. Rest day at Leisure & Rest. O/N Padum.

Day 4

Padum – Purney (3 Hrs)

After breakfast, drive towards Lungna Valley of Zanskar. Reach Khangsar Purney, later visit Phuktal Gompa, 2 – 3 Hrs of Trek one way. O/N Purney.

Day 5

Purney – Sarchu (7 – 8 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast, leave for Sarchu, embarking on one of the most beautiful drives from Purne via the mighty Shinku La (16,600 ft). Stop over at awe-inspiring Gombo Rangjan, a solitary, towering peak revered as sacred by the Zanskari and Lahauli locals. With its snow-clad backdrop, a river meandering through lush meadows at its feet, and an overwhelming sense of serenity, it may well become YOUR ABSOLUTE FAVORITE mountain in the world. Enjoy a refreshing tea break here before continuing on a smooth and scenic drive across Shinku La, and onward towards Sarchu.

Day 6

Sarchu - Puga - Tsokar - Tsomoriri (7 – 8 hrs)

After breakfast, leave for Tsomoriri, pass through Pang. Enroute, stop over at Tsokar & Puga (Sulphur Mine) and Polakongka pass 15892 ft. O/N Tsomoriri lake.

Day 7

Tsomoriri – Mahe Bridge – Hanle (7-8 hrs)

After breakfast, leave for Hanle, via Mahe Bridge & Nyoma route. Hanle is home to one of the highest observatories in the world, known for stargazing. As per history, it is believed that King Singge Namgyal died here at Hanle on his return from an expedition with Mongols. Enjoy star gazing at night. O/N Hanle.

Day 8

Hanle – Umlingla - Tsaga – Chuscul – Pangong Lake.

After breakfast, visit the Umlingla Pass (19,300 ft, the highest motorable road in the world) back to Hanle, leave for Pangong Lake, at Mann Village by crossing Loma Bend, Tsaga La, and Rizingla, arrival at Mann village. Few portions of the road are rugged, but the journey is beautiful. Arrival at Camp. Rest at Leisure at Pangong. O/N Mann Village.

Day 9

Pangong Lake – Nubra Valley via Shyok River (6-7 hrs)

After breakfast, leave for Nubra Valley, by visiting the Shooting Point at Pangong Lake, later by crossing Tangstey, Durbuk Villages via Agam Road taking the Shayok river. Post lunch, leave for Sand Dunes, and enjoy a camel safari (double-humped camel which is found only in Ladakh & Mongolia) at the Sand Dunes between Deskit & Hundur Village. O/N Nubra Valley

Day 10

Nubra Valley – Leh. (5-6 hrs)

Morning after breakfast, drive back to Leh, crossing Khardungla Pass – 2nd Highest Motorable road in the world. Arrival at Ladakh Sarai. Evening at Leisure O/N Leh.

Day 11

Leh – City tour.

After a leisurely breakfast, leave for a Leh city half-day tour, to visit the Thiksey Monastery, Shanti Stupa & Hall of Fame Museum, and later spend time at Leh market. Later day at Leisure & rest. O/N Leh

Day 12

Leh

Early morning transfer to Leh airport to board a flight back to your destination. Journey Ends

Tour Cost: Based on sharing a vehicle:

No. of Pax Cost per person in INR
02 pax in an Innova INR 1,57,580 per person
04 pax in an Innova INR 1,23,880 per person
06 pax in a Tempo INR 1,17,960 per person
08 pax in a Tempo INR 1,10,020 per person
Extra Bed INR 74,335 per person
Without Bed (Child – 8 yrs & below) INR 48,690 per child

Accommodation Provided:

Location Luxury
Leh Leh Ladakh Sarai (Chalet)
Sham Valley Sham Valley Ule Ethnic Resort (Cottage) / Apricot Tree
Padum Zangser Sarai
Purne Tara Mountain Sarai
Sarchu Goldrop Deluxe Camp
Tsomoriri Hotel Grand Dolphin / Rupshow Residency
Hanle Umling la Residency / The Hor
Pangong Misty Hills Cabins/ Similar
Nubra Nubra The Creek Diskit/ Mystique Meadows (Earth Homes)

Above Price Includes:

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per package selected. • 11 Lunch + 11 Dinner + 11 Breakfast at respective hotels/resorts/camps/guest houses/homestays. • To & Fro Leh Airport Transfers. • All transfers/sightseeing as per itinerary (point to point) as per the above selected vehicle (Point to Point) • 01 Oxygen Cylinder in each vehicle for the complete journey. • Ladakh Entry Fees, Wild Life Fees & Red Cross society fees & all necessary permits as per the above tour plans.

Prices Do Not Include:

• Any rail/airfare.
• Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
• Monument / Museum Entrances / Adventure activities / Tour Guide.
• Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
• Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
• Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
• Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks, and any factors beyond our control
• GST.

Terms & Conditions:

➢ 25% for confirming the tour (non-refundable of 10%) & balance payment to be deposited before the trip starts.
➢ Final Confirmation will be provided on full payment.
➢ Vehicle Provided as per the mentioned tour plan (Point to Point Basis only)
➢ No Refund or Compensation for any unused services/ transportation in any circumstances.
➢ Extra charges are applicable if any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks, or any factors beyond our control.

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Tour Guide

Jessica Trans

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