India · Monuments

Laddakh the Dreamland with Taj Mahal

9 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Old and New Delhi’s iconic landmarks
02 Visit Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Qutab Minar, and India Gate
03 Fly to Leh and discover Ladakh’s monasteries and palaces
04 Cross Khardung La on the way to Nubra Valley
05 See Diskit Monastery and the sand dunes of Hunder
06 Spend a night near the scenic Pangong Lake
07 Enjoy monument entrances and sightseeing as per the itinerary
08 End the journey with the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj

Discover a striking contrast of India’s cultural and natural wonders on this 9-day journey through Delhi, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, and Agra. Begin with the historic landmarks of Old and New Delhi, from bustling Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid to Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and India Gate.

Then fly to Leh to explore Ladakh’s dramatic high-altitude landscapes, monasteries, palaces, and mountain passes. Travel across Khardung La to Nubra Valley, visit Diskit and Thikse monasteries, and spend time by the unforgettable shores of Pangong Lake.

Your journey ends in Agra with visits to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj, bringing together Himalayan scenery, spiritual heritage, and some of India’s most iconic monuments in one memorable itinerary.

As the sun sets, the colors change reflecting on the sand dunes and the mountains in the background – the river in the middle adds to the awe.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Delhi, Agra, Leh

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrive DelhiOn arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in.Later city tour of Delhi, visit landmark of Old Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.Overnight at hotel.

Day 02

Delhi – Leh (flight)Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Leh. On arrival assistance and transfer you to Hotel. Rest time to acclimatize at the high altitude. Evening walk around Leh Town.Overnight at hotel.

Day 03

LehBreakfast at hotel, sightseeing in Leh. Visit Thiksey Gompa one of the largest and architecturally most impressive Gompas. Shey Palace and Gompa once the residence of the royal family. Shanti Stupa built by the Japanese government in 1995 and inaugurated by H.H.Dalai Lama of Tibet. Enjoy panoramic views of Leh and surrounding areas of Indus valley from here. Sankar Gompa a small Gelukpa Buddhist monastery at upper. Leh Palace a nine storey structure built in 17th century by Ladakhi King Senge Namgyal. At present preserved and protected by the Archeological survey of India.Overnight at hotel.

Day 04

Leh – Nubra Valley (140kms/ 4hrs)Breakfast at hotel, head out to Nubra Valley via the world’s highest motorable pass - Khardung La. The drive between Khardung La and Nubra alongside the Shyok river is favorite one. Visit the Samstanling Gompa at Sumur and hot springs at Panamik. Head to Hunder, the sand dunes at Hunder are best enjoyed late afternoon onward. As the sun sets, the colors change reflecting on the sand dunes and the mountains in the background – the river in the middle adds to the awe.Overnight in tent/ guest house.

Day 05

Nubra Valley – Leh (5-6 Hrs)Breakfast at hotel, Head back to Leh, via Khardung La. Enroute visit Diskit Gompa situated on the hill, just above the flood plains of the Shyok River. Arrive Leh and check in at hotel. Rest time to relax.Overnight at hotel.

Day 06

Leh – Pangong Lake (4hrs)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pangong lake taking the road via Karu. You will pass by the beautiful green valley of Shakti as you ascend towards Chang La - the third highest motorable pass in the world. As you drive down from the pass you will reach Tangste village, en-route you will see many endemic and migratory bird species and will certainly encounter the Tibeten Marmots. The landscape as you approach Pangong Tso is breathtaking! On arrival check in at camp/ guest house. Spend time soaking in the beauty of Pangong Tso. Lunch, dinner & overnight at camp/ guest house.Overnight at camp/ guest house.

Day 07

Pangong Lake – Leh (8-9hrs)Breakfast at hotel, vosot the surrounding and village nearby. Later drive to Leh check in at hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 08

Leh – Delhi (flight) - Agra 204kms/ 4hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival at airport meet with your driver and proceed to Agra check in at hotel. Watch Mohabbat the Taj show.Overnight at hotel.

Day 09

Agra – Delhi (204kms/ 4hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj.After sightseeing drive to Delhi drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination. End of our services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. 3 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
8 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.

What's Not Included

Any flight ticket.
Camera charges at monuments if any.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
Gratuities and optional activities.

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Hotels used or similar
Delhi x 1 nights
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Lalit
Leh x 4 nights
3* - Spic N Span/ Reenam Hotel
4* - Hotel Royal Ladakh/ The Zen Ladakh
5* - Grand Dragon Hotel
Nubra Valley x 1 nights
3* - Nubra Ethnic Camp/ Hotel Yarab Tso
4*/ 5* - Stone Hedge
Pangong Lake x 1 nights
3*/4*/5* - Camp Whispering Waves/ Pangong Sarai Camp
Agra x 1 nights
3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
4* - Radisson Hotel/ Holiday Inn
5* - Courtyard by Marriott/ Trident Hotel