Magical Ladakh Holiday Tour Packages: Columbus Tourism

Magical Ladakh With Flight

5 Nights / 6 Days

Leh Ladakh
Breakfast
Dinner
Flight

Leh is at 3500m above sea level so acclimatization can get difficult because of high altitude. It is advisable to spend at least two days to acclimatize before you set out for your adventures. Drink plenty of water or other fluids such as soup, tea and juice.
 
CLIMATE:
Ladakh is a rain shadow region of the Himalayas, the annual average rainfall in Leh is 100 mm. In summer, temperature reaches 25°C and it drops down to -15°C in winter. The high passes are closed during winter due to heavy snowfall.
 
Languages:
Ladakhi, Zanskari, Tibetan, English and Hindi - The predominant language is Ladakhi, it is closely related to Tibetan though is not mutually intelligible with it. A Ladakhi phrasebook "Getting Started in Ladakhi" by Melong publication is available in bookstores.

Dates

22 MAY 2022 TO 25 JUNE 2022

City Standard Hotel Deluxe Hotel Super Deluxe
LEH SANKAR RESIDENCY , THE HIMALAYA HOTEL TOGOCHEY , CITY PALACE HOTEL SPIC N SPAN , NORTHEN SINGGE
NUBRA VALLEY NUBRA ETHNIC CAMP , NUBRA VISTA CAMP NUBRA ETHNIC CAMP , WOODEN RESORT HUNDER RESORT , AVALON CAMP
PANGONG LAKE TSO CAMP , REGAL CAMP TSO CAMP , NORLING COSY COTTAGE PANGONG DELIGHT CAMP , NORLING COSY COTTAGE
LEH SANKAR RESIDENCY , THE HIMALAYA HOTEL TOGOCHEY , CITY PALACE HOTEL SPIC N SPAN , NORTHEN SINGGE

Package Rates (*per person on twin sharing basis)

Package Type Standard Hotel Deluxe Hotel Super Deluxe
Rate ₹ 40999 ₹ 43999 ₹ 44999
Adult (Extra) ₹ 23999 ₹ 24999 ₹ 25999
Child With Bed ₹ 21999 ₹ 24999 ₹ 24999
Child Rate ₹ 20999 ₹ 21999 ₹ 22999
Infant N/A N/A N/A

Package Pax Rates

No of PAX Vehicle Standard Hotel Deluxe Hotel Super Deluxe Hotel
2 Scorpio ₹ 40999 ₹ 43999 ₹ 44999
4 Scorpio ₹ 33999 ₹ 35999 ₹ 36999
6 Innova ₹ 29999 ₹ 32999 ₹ 33999
8 Tempo Traveler ₹ 2999 ₹ 31999 ₹ 33199

Day 1 :

arrive leh

Arrival Leh by morning flight and transfer to the hotel. After welcome drink take a complete rest for acclimatization to the height altitude of Leh (3500 meters). In the late afternoon drive to the city for an orientation walk in the markets‚ followed by a visit to Shanti Stupa‚ Leh palace. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Breakfast Dinner Flight

Day 2 :

leh - excursion to sham valley (65 kms / 04 hrs – one way)

After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. And start our sightseeing with Hall Of Fame (Museum Constructed by India Army) near Leh is worth a visit for every Indian, and proceed further to Gurudwara Patthar Sahib at an altitude of 3600 Mtrs about 22 Kms from Leh was constructed in memory of Guru Nanak Dev ji Nestled deep in the Himalayas, A drive of another 4 km took us to Magnetic Hill which defies the law of gravity. As you move ahead from Magnetic Hills, just before Nimmu Village, there comes a famous Confluence Of Two Rivers Indus River coming from Tibet (left) and Zanskar River coming from Zanskar Valley (right). After visiting confluence we head to Alchi Gompa, The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and dates back to the 11th century. After visiting Alchi we back towards leh enroute visiting Likir Monastery was built in 11th century and was again re-built in the 18th century and houses a 25 feet Lord gold-covered Buddha Statue. Later we drive back to Leh. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.

Breakfast Dinner

Day 3 :

leh–nubra valley via khardung la 18,390 ft. (120 kms / 4 – 5 hrs)

Post breakfast we drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over Khardung La (The Highest Motorable Road In The World) at 5,602 Mtrs / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level. Upon arrival in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for an Overnight stay. In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. Overnight Stay at the Camp or Hotel.

Breakfast Dinner

Day 4 :

nubra valley to pangong lake (150 kms / 5 hrs)

After an early breakfast we check out from Camp or hotel and drive towards Hunder where you have opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the sand dunes of this high altitude desert with snowcapped mountains on the horizon. On the return stop at Diskit which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their daily chores. Later we drive towards Pangong Tso via Agham & Shyok Valley. Some of the road patches in areas are extremely tough (towards nubra side) in terms of road conditions but no doubt the journey is very scenic! Later after crossing this adventurous part we drive further towards Durbuk & Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally, you can have a sudden view of the Pangong lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). Upon arrival, we check in at our Camp/Hotel Near Pangong lake Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.

Breakfast Dinner

Day 5 :

pangong lake to leh via changla (140 kms / 6 hrs)

Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to Leh via Changla Pass 5486 Mtrs en route visiting Hemis Gompa, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism. And futher to Thiksey an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village and another 5 Kms Driving through a picturesque landscape we reach Shey Palace, The ancient capital of Ladakh & 3 Idiots Rancho School. Drive further to Leh. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel.

Breakfast Dinner

Day 6 :

depart leh (fly out)

Tour concludes. Through a punctual transfer to the Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward destination.

Breakfast Flight

THE ABOVE PACKAGE TOUR COST INCLUDES:-
  • Delhi – Leh – Delhi (Air tickets in economy class) 
  • Assistance upon arrival at Kushok Bakula Rinpoche Airport,
  • Traditional welcome in the Hotel with Welcome Drink (Hot Tea / Coffee / Kahwa) on arrival 
  • 05 night accommodation twin/triple sharing basis as per the itinerary. 
  • 05 Breakfast + 05 Dinner
  • Return airport and round trip transfers along with all sightseeing tours by Non-Ac Vehicle as per the itinerary 
  • Wildlife fee & Red Cross fee
  • All toll taxes / parking fee / driver allowance
  • Ladakh Entry Fee 
  • Ladakh Ecological Development Fee
  • One Mid-Sized Oxygen Cylinder during Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake visit

THE ABOVE PACKAGE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:-
  • Service tax (5%)
  • Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
  • The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary
  • Guide fee, Camera fee & any monument Entrances
  • Medical & Travel insurance
  • Any changes you may choose to make during your tour
  • Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc
 

TERMS & CONDITION:
  • Prices valid from 20th May 2022 to 20th June. 2022
  • Check-In / Check-out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
  • We shall not bear any cost for flight cancellation or delay due to Bad weather or any other reason given by the airline. Cost for accommodation and transport in such cases will have to be borne by passenger by at own.
  • There would be no refund for the road blocks at Nubra Valley | Pangong Lake & Tsomoriri Lake due to natural calamity. The alternate accommodation Cost at Leh due to the same should be bear by the passenger directly.
  • No Refund or Compensation for any unused services or transport in any kind of circumstance.
  • No refund in case of No Show.
  • No changes in the date of travel once booked.
  • Room allotment will be as per availability at the time of check in, floor or view preferences are not guaranteed.
  • Cost of Child between 6 to 09 Yrs (Without Bed only) & for extra Bed kindly consider the cost of Extra Bed
  • Child below 5 Yrs of age will be complimentary (airfare charges extra) 
  • Blocking of Rooms will be hold for period of 21 days only.

NOTE
  • Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on usage of these hotels and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey such confirmation to you. In& case the accommodation is not available at any of the above mentioned hotels we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.&
  • Our offer is based on usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise) and if this category of rooms is not available we shall try to confirm accommodation in next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.&
  • We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the cost&
  • The timings mentioned in Day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits, En route meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
  • It is mandatory to carry the Photo identity Proof during travel and have to be presented at the time of Check Inn in all hotels for security reason.&

SUPPLEMENTS FOR OTHER OPTIONS:- 1.Professional Tourist Guide: Rs. 2200 per Day.& 2.River Rafting on Indus | Zanskar: Rs. 1800 Per Person to Rs. 2000 Per Person 3.Transport Till Rafting Point from Sangam:Rs. 1000 per vehicle 4.Motorbike hire for full day: Rs. 2000 Per Bike (350/500 CC) + Fuel Charges Extra 5.Pedal down the highest motorable road on a cycle: Rs. 1500 per pax including transport (min 4 pax) 6.Double hump Camel Ride at Nubra Valley at Sand Dunes: Rs. 500 to Rs. 1000 (as per the duration) 7.Cultural Dance Program:& Rs. 10000 Per Program 8.Oxygen Cylinder (Medium size) Rs. 800 per day + 200 Per Mask& 9.ATV Ride :Rs. 1200 to 1500 per person 10.& & Hall of Fame sound & light show :Rs. 1500 per vehicle

 

PAYMENT TERMS: -
  • 50% advance (Non-refundable) at the time of booking confirmation (refundable in special/extreme cases)
  • 50% balance 15 days prior to the travel date.
  • In case the booking is made within 25 days of travel, 100% payment is required at the time of confirmation.
 
CANCELLATION POLICY:
  • Prior to 45 days or more - 25% of tour cost
  • Between 44 and 31 days of departure - 40% of tour cost
  • Between 30 and 15 days of departure - 50% of tour cost
  • Between 14 days and 8  prior to date of departure - 75%
  • Between  7 days and In case of no show - 100%
  • NIL cancellation charges will be applied should any one of the actual travelers test COVID positive within 72 hours prior to departure
  • The traveller will have to furnish a COVID positive report dated within 72 hours prior to departure as a proof of illness
  • The amount can be converted into a credit note for the full value with a validity of 12 Months
  • Cancellations Policy With effect from 10.12.20
  • Notice for Airline Cancellations - Looking to Current COVID-19 situation, refunds will be adjusted with same airline further booking. Our service charge will be Rs. 200  per sector on cancellation of any air ticket of any airline.
 
MUST KNOW:
 
Protected area permit to citizen of following countries have to be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs / Ministry of External Affairs Govt. of India, New Delhi. The District Magistrate / Additional District Magistrate will not issue the Protected Area Permit without the prior approval of the above Ministries’.
They are requested to obtain the Protected Area Permit / Inner Line permit from the Ministry of Home Affairs/ Ministry of External Affairs Govt. of India, New Delhi.
 
1. China |2. Pakistan | 3. Myanmar | 4. Afghanistan | 5. Srilanka | 6. Bangladesh & those who Possess Diplomatic Official Passport
 
NOTE: Guest should carry COVID -19 negative test report of 96 hours prior to arrival date
 
Please note that COVID RT-PCR negative report is compulsory to enter Leh-Ladakh 
 
COVID rapid test is not acceptable and in case you fail to provide RT-PCR Report, you will be quarantined for 7 days.
 
Travelers who have had both vaccination and 15 days have passed since last dose are not required to furnish negative report. They can come with the hard copy of vaccination certificate.