LADAKH TOUR PACKAGES FROM KOLKATA

ATTRACTIVE PLACES TO VISIT IN LADAKH IN 2025 HOLIDAYS

Situated at extreme north of India, Ladakh is a union territory declared on 31 October 2019 administered by India. Due to breathtaking pristine beauty of high snow clad mountains, passes, lakes, rivers, valleys, desert, monasteries and gomphas, Ladakh is something unique that draws travelers from every corner of the world. There are lots of astonishing places to behold that soothing our mind and soul. Some places to worth mentioning are: Leh Palace, Pangong Lake, Khardung La Pass, Chang La Pass, Nubra Valley,Shyok Valley, Sangam, Shanti Stupa Ladakh, Tso Moriri Lake, Magnetic Hill, Hall of Fame Ladakh, Thiksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery, Likir Monastery, Alchi Monastery, Spituk Monastery, Diskit Monastery, Hundur Monastery, Phugtal Monastery, Chemrey Monastery, Namgyal Tsemo Monastery, Zanskar Valley, Shey Monastery and Palace, Stok Palace, Rafting in Ladakh, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Kargil, Bactrian Camel Ride, Tso Kar, Hemis National Park, Chadar Trek, Hunder Village, Taglang La, Turtuk, Lamayuru, Stargazing, Sankar Gompa, Lachung Temple, Druk White Lotus School, Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Nyoma, Panamik Hot Springs, Yarab Tso Lake, MoonLand of Lamayuru, Padum Trek, Maitreya Buddha, Handicrafts Industrial Cooperative Shop etc.

To reach Nubra Valley tourists are required to travel via Diskit (capital of Nubra valley). The distance is almost 160km long and takes approx 5.5 hours to reach from Leh. During Nubra Valley Tour, on the way the tourists have to cross the killingly beautiful Khardung La Pass (Khardung - La means pass in Tibetan) which lies at an altitude of 17,600 feet. This pass is astonishingly beautiful and attracts lots of travelers and adventure lovers specially bikers for its awesome beauty. It is the highest motor able road in the world.

Along the way to the valley lies Hundar Village (12km from Diskit) which is famous for white sand dunes. The sand dunes stretch from Hundar Village to the Nubra Valley and this is the prime spot where the Double Humped Camel Safari actually takes place. The charge of the double humped camel ride is Rs. 200/Head (approx) for 15 minutes. Originally named Ldumra means Valley of Flowers, Nubra valley produce variety of berries and nuts. Leh berries (Hippophae) and sea buckthorn which is a staple food for the Bactrian camels are found in plenty here. The tourists enjoy the activities but the valley itself is one of the most soul soothing places on earth.

NOTE: In order to enter Nubra valley, tourists are required to get a permit as the valley is too close to the country borders. There are two types of permits available, the Protected Area Permit (PAP) and the Inner Line Permit (ILP). Foreigners must possess Protected Area Permit (PAP) duly collected from DC office from Leh to enter the Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, and Tso Moriri.

PANGONG LAKE - THE ALLURE OF NATURE

This 5N/6D Ladakh tour from Kolkata includes the most famous and sparkling Pangong Lake which is situated in Changthang region near Leh-Ladakh (5 hours drive from Leh) in the Himalayas, at a height of approximately 4,350 m above the sea level. The beautiful multi-shaded ocean like lake is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China with 60% coverage in Tibet. The Pangong Lake is almost 5 km wide at its broadest point. All together it covers 604 sq. km.
The word Pangong is derived from a Tibetan word "Banggong Co" which means "long, narrow, enchanted lake". Pangong Lake in Ladakh is the world's highest brackish lake at 14,256 feet above the sea level. In winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. The Brackish water lake does not support vegetation or aquatic life, despite you can spot many water birds as well as migratory birds like Brahmani Ducks, Rare black necked cranes and Seagulls during summer. One can also spot Ladakhi Marmots, a rodent-like creature during Pangong Lake package tour.

A unique feature of this Lake is that it does not remain blue throughout the year or even the day, rather it changes colors with the weather condition. The water sparkles in distinct shades of blue, green, purple, and violet, being transparent to a good depth, stand in stark contrast to the arid mountains surrounding it. Though boating is prohibited here, but Camping at Pangong Lake can be an enthralling experience.

Pangong Lake has emerged as one of the most desired places to visit especially after the movie-shoots of Bollywood blockbusters "3 idiots" and "Jab Tak Hai Jaan". The serenity and tranquility of Pangong Lake are the tourist's paradise which cannot be described in words but can only be experienced through The Ladakh package tour from Kolkata.

• Identity Proof : Always carry your original ID proof with you as Kashmir is the most sensitive part of India and anytime situation may go wrong. In that case it is only your ID proof that proves your nationality. So carry your Voter Card / Aadhaar Card / Driving Licence with you.
  
  
• Keep / inform nearby contacts with you : If you have any contacts near that region / state like in Kashmir, Delhi, Haryana etc, let them inform about your journey or keep their address and contact no with you so that for any tough situation you can contact them for any help.
  
  
• Medicines : This is one of the most important things in your travel kit or hand bag. Always carry basic medicine for fever, headache, vomiting, stomach upset and prescribed antiseptics, antibiotics, antacids and painkillers along with inhalers, pain relief sprays, band-aid, bandage & ointment for safe and secure journey.
  
  
• Warm clothes and Jackets : Depending on your journey date you need to carry light (April - Oct) or Heavy (Nov - March) woollen clothes with you. Places like Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahelgam are very chilling throughout the year hence take proper precautions. It is advisable to carry water proof jackets or windcheater to avoid unseasonal rains.
  
  
• Trekking Shoes/Boots : If travelling icy places like Gulmarg or Sonmagr during cold season, it is better to wear your own high thigh boots or gumboots to safe guard your legs though you can rent it from local stores.
  
  
• Dry Fruits : Trust me, this is a must to be in your travel bags or hand bags. Kashmir is a hilly area and landslides may halt and stuck you in a place for long time. In that case only dry fruits can keep your hunger in control and alive.
  
  
• Indeed the list is huge. Here we have provided some basic necessities to keep with you while travelling in Ladakh. In spite of the above listed things there are many to add on your item list like moisturisers, cold cream, extra carry bags, umbrella, adequate money, debit cards, credit cards, torch, candle, match stick, gas lighter, small rope, small knife, camera etc.