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Escorted Ladakh Winter Tour Package
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Overview & Highlights
Experience the magic of Ladakh in winter on this 6 days Escorted Ladakh Winter Tour Package, designed for a unique and well paced journey. Explore frozen landscapes, high mountain passes, ancient monasteries, and the stunning Pangong Lake in its winter form. Enjoy guided experiences, comfortable stays, and well planned travel, offering a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and breathtaking Himalayan scenery. Book now or customize this tour for an incredible holiday!
Discover Leh, a high-altitude desert city nestled in the Himalayas, celebrated
Experience the ancient charm of Alchi’s 11th-century monastery and timeless Buddhist
Explore Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes
Experience the beauty of Pangong Lake, a high-altitude Himalayan lake
Day by Day
Itinerary
Welcome to Leh! Upon landing at Leh Airport, our representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel. After lunch, spend the rest of the day resting and acclimatizing to the high altitude of Ladakh, which sits at 3,500 meters. Enjoy a relaxed evening followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Start your morning with breakfast before heading to Spituk Monastery, known for its peaceful ambience and interesting displays linked to Ladakh’s cultural and defence history. Return to the hotel for lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour visiting Sankar Gompa, the historic Leh Palace overlooking the town, and the iconic Shanti Stupa—perfect for panoramic views of Leh at sunset. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
After a leisurely breakfast, drive to the ancient Alchi Monastery, one of Ladakh’s oldest and most celebrated monastic sites, known for its intricate artwork and serene atmosphere. While returning to Leh, stop at the famous Sangam viewpoint where the Indus and Zanskar Rivers meet, visit Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and the Hall of Fame museum. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Enjoy breakfast before setting off on an exciting excursion to Khardung La Pass, one of the world’s highest motorable roads. Take your time to enjoy the spectacular snow-covered landscapes and crisp mountain air. Return to Leh by afternoon, leaving the rest of the day free for shopping or exploring local markets at your own pace. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Pangong Lake. Cross the beautiful Changla Pass and continue towards the dazzling Pangong Lake, known for its shifting colours and breathtaking winter beauty. Spend time enjoying the stunning views and peaceful surroundings. Later in the afternoon, drive back to Leh for an overnight stay at your hotel.
After breakfast or earlier as per your flight timing, our driver will transfer you to the Leh Airport for home or onward journey.
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What is Included in This Tour
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- 5 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels/camp on double or twin sharing basis.
- Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotels.
- An English speaking guide will accompany your throughout the tour.
- Airport pick-up / drop-off, all sightseeing and transfers by comfortable vehicle Non A/C Mahindra Scorpio or similar as per the itinerary.
- Personal assistance during arrival and departure.
- Ladakh environmental fee, Inner-line permit.
- 1 mineral water bottle per person per day.
- All applicable taxes.
- Any International or domestic flights are not included.
- It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
- Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Russian, are also available on request basis at an additional cost.
- VISA Fee (If Applicable).
- Any Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any monument entrance fee, camera fee.
- Heater charges/Oxygen cylinder.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot).
- Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions.
Where You Stay
Accommodation
Hotel Ladakh Imperial, Leh
Deluxe Hotel
Leh, India
De Nubra Camp, Hunder
Deluxe Camps
Hunder, IndiaImportant Information
Know Before You Go
Important Information
- If rooms are unavailable at the mentioned hotels—or if accommodations are closed during the off-season (October to April)—suitable alternatives of a similar category will be arranged, with advance notice where possible. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability.
- To minimize the risk of high-altitude sickness, Diamox tablets can be taken before arrival in Leh—please consult your doctor beforehand. It's also advisable to wear a jacket upon landing to reduce discomfort.
- Only postpaid SIM cards from BSNL, Airtel, and Jio work in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Prepaid SIM cards from other parts of India do not function in this region. You may purchase a local SIM card in Srinagar or Ladakh.
- Electricity in regions such as Nubra, Pangong, Sarchu, Jispa, Keylong, and Tsomoriri is limited to generator power, typically available between 7 PM and 11 PM for charging devices like mobile phones, cameras, and power banks. Hot water may also be accessible only during specific time slots in the morning and evening due to infrastructure limitations in Ladakh.
- From October to April, many camps and guest houses in Ladakh remain closed due to weather conditions. In such cases, suitable alternatives will be arranged.
- Vegetarian meals are exclusively provided at Nubra, Pangong, Sarchu, Jispa, Keylong, and Tsomoriri.
- Transport services are provided strictly as per the itinerary and are not available on a disposal or point-to-point basis. Air conditioning is generally unnecessary due to low temperatures in hill regions. If requested, additional charges apply—₹7 per km for SUVs and ₹10 per km for Tempo Travelers, payable directly to the driver.
- Eco-Friendly Travel: To support sustainability, bring a reusable water bottle and avoid single-use plastics.
- For easy communication on the go, consider downloading WhatsApp, as it is widely used in India.
- Tipping in India is not compulsory, it is optional but appreciated. A small gratuity is expected in some cases; tip generously for exceptional service. The amount can range from $2, $5, $10 per day, or more, depending on satisfaction and the quality of service received.
- Please note: Due to extreme winter weather, the company is not responsible for any flight delays, flight cancellations, roadblocks, or any disruptions beyond our control. We will not be held liable for any refunds or compensation claims resulting from these circumstances.
- India VISA: Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan do not need a visa to enter India. However, all other foreign nationals must obtain a visa to enter India. For more information, please check https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html.
- Travelers with passports issued by, or showing a birthplace in, the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong, Pakistan, or Afghanistan are not permitted to travel beyond Leh in Ladakh. Foreign nationals holding diplomatic, official, or United Nations passports must obtain their permits through the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi.
Booking Information
Payment Terms
Payment Terms
A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 30 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 30 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, or credit/debit card.
Important Information
Cancellation
Cancellation
If you cancel the tour at least 31 days before the scheduled departure date, a 10% cancellation fee will apply to the total cost of the tour, plus any fees incurred for the cancellation of flights. Kindly read complete details at Cancellation Policy.
Traveler Stories
Customer Testimonials
Firsthand accounts from guests who explored India with our local team.
Hartmut Maichel
Germany
We are having a truly wonderful stay and are very happy with the organization, the tour guide, and the driver. Everything has been organized by Alkof Holidays absolutely brilliantly!