GHAC - Great Hyderabad Adventure Club
Ladakh a word which means "land of high passes", is a region in the state of Jammu and Kashmir of Northern India sandwiched between the Karakoram mountain range to the north and the Himalayas to the south. The Indian portion of Ladakh is composed of the Leh and Kargil districts. The Leh district is the largest district of India, covering more than half the area of Jammu and Kashmir, of which it is the eastern part.
Itinerary:
Day1 Delhi to Manali
Day 2 Manali to sarchu
After breakfast, start the journey to Sarchu via Rohtang Pass (3978 m), Keylong (3350 m) & Baralacha Pass (4890 m). Overnight stop at Sarchu (The border of Himachal & Jammu-Kashmir)
Day 3: Sarchu to Leh
After an early breakfast, proceed to Leh via Namkeela, Lachangla Pass (16,617 feet) & Skyangchu Thang (Biggest & Highest plateau in the world of around 42 km) and Pang. Admire the beautiful scenic journey on the Manali Leh Highway (Considered to be the most beautiful world in the world). Cross the Taglangla Pass and travel through the scenic Indus Valley. Reach Leh in the evening. Overnight stay in Leh
Day 4: Leh to Pangong Lake
After an early breakfast, visit sightseeing places like Shey, Thiksey, Hemis and Sindhu Ghat and then proceed to Pangong via Changla Pass (17,586 feet) and the third highest in the world. Pangong Lake is a salt water body of 120 km in length and 6 – 7 Km broad at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India & China (2/3 of the lake is in China’s possession). Visit the exact location of the famous movie “Three idiots” & enjoy outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings. On a clear sunny day, you can see seven colour formations in the crystal clear salt water lake. Overnight stay in Pangong
Day 5: Pangong Lake to Leh
After breakfast, travel back to Leh. En route take a short halt at Changla Pass to enjoy a cup of hot steaming tea. Overnight stay in Leh
Day 6: Leh to Nubra Valley
After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley (Known as the Valley of Flowers and the warmest region in Ladakh) via Khardungla pass. This road is considered to be the highest motorable road of the world. En route, admire the spectacular views of the never ending snow-capped mountain ranges around Khardungla Pass (18,390 feet) After spending some time at Khardungla, proceed to Nubra. After Hotel check-in, enjoy camel Safari in the evening. Overnight stay in Nubra
Day 7: Nubra Valley (Local Sightseeing) and back to Leh
After breakfast, visit Diskit & Hunder Villages and monasteries take a stroll around the place to see the life style of people living at the northernmost region of India. Drive back to leh via Khardungla pass. Visit Hall of Fame (A Museum constructed and maintained by the Indian Army) in the afternoon. Overnight Stay in Leh
Day 8: Leh to Kargil
After breakfast, proceed to Kargil. En route, visit Gurudwara Patthar Saheb, Magnetic Hill, Lamayuru (The oldest monastery in Ladakh) and Mulbek (known for its huge Buddha Statue). Overnight stay in Kargil (via Srinagar Leh Highway. Enjoy a short halt at Sonmarg. Overnight stay in Kargil
Day 9: Kargil to Srinagar
After an early breakfast, proceed to Srinagar. En route, visit the Kargil War memorial in Drass and Zozilla War memorial to pay tribute to the Indian Army. It was in this very region in which the Indian Army fought and won the famous war of Kargil. Take some memorable snaps of Tololing, Tiger Hill and the war memorial. Cross the Zozilla pass and reach Sonmarg (Known as gateway to Ladakh & the Meadow of Gold). One can enjoy a pony ride to Thajiwas glacier. Reach Srinagar in the evening. Tour concludes with some wonderful memories.
Day 10 - Back to Delhi
Important Instructions participants:
a. Reach the station on time.
b. No alcohol and No smoking.
c. Strictly No quarrels, calling Nicknames, getting personal or making jokes about anybody
d. No anti social, deviant or unacceptable social behavior
e. Maintain Discipline and follow the organizers instructions.
Organizer's word is final.
The hosts reserve all the rights to add or remove any member and do necessary change in route/activity, time and duration depending on the situation and climate during the trek.
We would be going to 18,000ft which is very high altitude and prone to altitude sickness.
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Things to Bring:
1. Winter jacket
2. Fleece
3. Warm lowers
4. Trekking shoes
5. 4 extra pairs of socks
6. Gloves
7. Woolen caps
8. Sunglasses
9. Torch
Mandatory**One Govt Authorized ID Card and 2 Passport size photographs**
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Cost: Rs 26,600/-
Anything more or less will be shared among us.
Payment Details:
Account Holder Name: Great Hyderabad Adventure Club
Account No: 912010045737832
Account Type: Savings
Bank: AXIS BANK
Road no:2, Banjarahills BranchBranch: Road No 12, Banjara Hills
IFSC Code: UTIB0001379
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Contact : Vinay @ 9966363687
Leh - India
Thursday, September 25 at 7:00 AM
Attending: 4
Fee: Price of Rs 26600 : USD 532.00 per person
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