Day 01: Arrive Delhi
After a traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome), our representative will assist you with hotel transfer and check-in.
Delhi is a bustling metropolis, blending ancient history with modern life. Its strategic location attracted successive dynasties as their seat of power. Mythological cities, like Indraprastha from the Hindu epic Mahabharata (founded around 5000 BC), are believed to have existed here. Numerous monuments were built over centuries by rulers such as Qutub-ud-din Aibek, Alauddin Khilji, the Tughlaks, Humayun, and Shah Jahan, who built the Walled City Shah Jahanabad.
In the first half of the 20th century, much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, creating a grand central administrative area as a testament to British rule. The distinction between the Walled City and New Delhi also reflects the differences in lifestyles.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi (B)
Day 02: Delhi – Full Day Tour
Today we explore Old Delhi, the 17th-century walled city of Shah Jahanabad. Visit the magnificent Jama Masjid, built in 1656 AD by Emperor Shah Jahan, India’s largest mosque. Walk through Chandni Chowk, the bustling historic marketplace, and reach the Red Fort, constructed in 1648.
In New Delhi, visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Drive past India Gate, the memorial for soldiers of World War I and the Afghan Wars, and President’s House, built in 1931. Explore Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Mughal architectural marvel, and Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi
Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur (265 km / 6 hrs)
Drive to Jaipur, the flamboyant Pink City and capital of Rajasthan. Founded in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur is known for its rich heritage and is uniquely planned into nine rectangular sectors.
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur (B)
Day 04: Jaipur
Excursion to Amber Fort (11 km) and enjoy an elephant ride to reach this hilltop palace. Visit City Palace, the perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, Jantar Mantar, the astronomical observatory, and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), built in 1799 with 593 miniature windows for royal ladies to observe the streets unseen.
Overnight Hotel – Jaipur
Day 05: Jaipur – Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (260 km / 6 hrs)
Drive to Agra, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, the Mughal Empire’s former capital under Akbar. Continue to Agra, situated on the banks of the Yamuna River, home to iconic monuments such as the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri, all UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Overnight Hotel – Agra (B)
Day 06: Agra – Delhi (225 km / 5 hrs) – Half Day Tour
Visit the Taj Mahal, built in 1631 by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal. Explore Agra Fort, a red sandstone palatial complex, and Sikandra, Akbar’s tomb completed by Jahangir in 1613. Drive back to Delhi for overnight stay.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi (B)
Day 07: Delhi – Leh
Morning transfer to Leh and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the colorful bazaars of Leh.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 08: Leh Monasteries
Full-day tour of nearby monasteries: Shankar, Spituk, and Phyang. In the afternoon, walk around Leh town visiting Leh Market, Leh Palace ruins, Leh Gompa, and Shanti Stupa.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 09: Leh – Excursion to Shey, Thiksey, Hemis
Visit Shey Monastery, the ancient capital of Ladakh, with a huge gold-gilded Buddha. Explore Thiksey Gompa with its 30 m high Maitreya Buddha, and the famous Hemis Gompa, founded in the 1630s, known for its monastic dance festival dedicated to Guru Padmasambhava.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 10: Leh – Lamayuru – Alchi
Drive to Lamayuru Monastery, the oldest monastic establishment in Ladakh (10th century), known for its frescoes and prayer ceremony. Continue to Alchi Monastery, over a century old, famous for its wall paintings and serene garden setting.
Overnight Hotel – Alchi
Day 11: Alchi – Likir – Basgo – Leh
Visit Likir Monastery with its massive Buddha statue and museum. Proceed to Basgo to explore the ruins of the royal palace, Ser Zung Temple, and Maitreya Buddha statue. Return to Leh for overnight stay.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 12: Leh – Chumathang – Tso Moriri Lake (Korzok Monastery)
Drive to Tso Moriri Lake via Chumathang, famous for its hot springs. Visit Korzok village and Korzok Monastery. Enjoy the serene surroundings and stay at camp near the lake.
Overnight Camp – Tso Moriri
Day 13: Tso Moriri – Tso Khar – Tanglang La Pass – Leh
Drive to Tsokar (Tso Khar) Lake, famous for salt deposits and Tibetan Wild Asses (Kiangs). Continue via Tanglang La Pass (5329 m), the third highest motorable pass in the world, returning to Leh.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 14: Leh – Diskit
Drive to Nubra Valley via Khardong La Pass and check-in at camp. Visit the 515-year-old Diskit Monastery.
Overnight Camp – Diskit
Day 15: Diskit
Excursion to Panamic Hot Springs and visit Samstalling and Sumur Monastery. Later visit Hunder.
Overnight Camp – Diskit
Day 16: Diskit – Leh
Return to Leh via Khardong La Pass.
Overnight Hotel – Leh
Day 17: Leh – Delhi
Transfer back to Delhi. Arrive and check-in at hotel for leisure.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi
Day 18: Delhi – Departure
Today we transfer you to Delhi airport for your onward journey.
Our tour concludes: We thank you for your patronage and look forward to serving you again in the near future.
