Destinations covered: Delhi / Leh / Uley / Tangtse / Pangong Lake / Tangtse / Tsomo-riri Lake / Tso Kar / Leh / Delhi
Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
The modest of flamboyancy nestled between the two mighty mountain ranges is rightly called Ladakh. The land of jagged mountains, quaint monasteries, serene lakes and golden sand dunes assemble to an impeccable heritage. An effervescent destination that marks a magnificent culture, history, architecture and landscape offer an opportunity for photography tours all year round. Capturing the vivid landscape and vivacious culture of Ladakh is reckoned to be a dream for any travel enthusiast.
Day 01: Arrive Delhi by International Flight Meeting and assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel for check-in and overnight.
Day 02: Delhi – Leh by flight
Day 03: Leh Monastic horns at dawn – Monks and monasteries at Stakna and Matho – Portraiture at the farmhouse – The Indus River – Overnight at Leh hotel
Day 04: Leh – Uley Journey to Uley village – People and homes at Mangyu village. Afternoon visit to Lamayuru. Overnight at Uley.
Day 05: Uley - Tangtse Morning visit to Caves, ancient murals and monks and Basgo monastery. Later drive to Tangtse (6h). Overnight at Tangtse hotel.
Day 06: Tangtse Full day enjoy Shachukul monastery festival including privileged access. Overnight at Tangtse hotel.
Day 07: Pangong Tso Enjoy photography from Tangtse monastery heights at the Shachukul monastery festival. Later drive to Pangong lake. Overnight in fixed tent camp on the lake shore.
Day 08: Tangtse Morning drive to photogenic lake shore villages. Afternoon shoot with the nomad and their livestock. Overnight at Tangtse hotel.
Day 09: Tangtse A full day with the nomads. Overnight in Tangtse hotel.
Day 10: Tangtse – Leh Drive back to Leh via Changla pass (5,360m / 17,556 ft) with enroute stopping for photography. Overnight in Leh.
Day 11: Leh Full day at leisure for exploration or shopping. Overnight in Leh.
Day 12: Leh – Tsomo-riri Lake Leh to Tsomo-Riri drive (6 hours). Shooting en route at Thadsankharu. Overnight at Tsomo-Riri lake hotel.
Day 13: Tsomo-Riri Lake – Tso Kar
Morning visit to the nomads’ valley camp. Also see Cashmere goats and yaks. A visit to Korzok Monastery. Later drive to Tso Kar. Upon arrival, a shooting walk by the lake. Overnight at Tso Kar.
Day 14: Tso Kar – Leh Morning enjoy photography at Tso Kar landscapes. Later drive back to Leh via Taglang La pass (5,328m / 17,500 ft). Overnight in Leh.
Day 15: Leh – Delhi (By Flight) & Departure
Morning on time fly back to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi airport, remain in the transit area to board onward International flight.
