Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival / Delhi
Late night arrival, Meeting and assistance upon arrival as our representatives welcome you and escort you to your car.
Welcome to India, or as we say ‘atithi devo bhava’ (the guest is an incarnation of God). Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you!
Overnight at Crown Plaza Mayur Vihar (Superior Room)
Day 2 : Delhi
cycle rickshaws
Now these are 3-wheel cycles with a sofa seat at the back. The Rickshawalla (Rickshaw driver) sits on a small cushion in the front and two passengers on the sofa seat behind. This is a remarkable way to explore and picture the hustle and bustle as well as the colour of the narrow winding streets bursting with people and pavement shops selling wares of all description - including a laughing set of dentures. The ride would be accompanied by peals of laughter both from the passengers as well as the onlookers.
guided tour of New Delhi
New Delhi, India’s capital territory, is a massive metropolitan area in the country’s north. It is also a municipality and district in Delhi and serves as the seat of Government of Delhi. Here, we will be visiting many fascinating sights such as Humayun’s Tomb (1586) - a bright testament to the brilliant craftsmanship of the Mughal architect & their creativity. The Qutab Minar - 72 meters high and one of the perfect tower in the Persian world. The Iron Pillar which has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years. We will continue our discoveries, with a drive through the Embassy area, the Government buildings (1921-1930) and Connaught Place, the heart, the soul, and main shopping district of the capital. We will also witness the majestic India Gate – a powerful tribute to our brave soldiers.
guided tour of Old Delhi
Old Delhi is one of the best places to observe the great colossal of cultural and social convergence of old and new. In one corner you might witness a group of oldies sharing their past experiences, sometimes laughing (perhaps over a joke on their spouses!!) - all happy within themselves. In the opposite corner, you might see a bunch of youngsters singing new and old Bollywood songs – Time somehow stands still in the streets of Old Delhi. Besides, on the tour, we will visit the Jamma Mosque (1650) and drive through the fabled area of Chandni Chowk (aptly translates to Moonlight Square) where the throngs of shoppers and vendors meet in the oldest area of Delhi. Later, we will visit the Raj Ghat and nearby ghats where the founder of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi and thereafter Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi were cremated.
Following breakfast, we proceed on a guided tour of New Delhi.
Later, we cross the city and into the walled gates of the Old City for a guided tour of Old Delhi.
The highlight of this tour would be a ride on cycle rickshaws.
Overnight at Crown Plaza Mayur Vihar (Superior Room)
Day 3 : Delhi / Leh (9W 2366 – 0615 / 0745 Hrs)
Ladakhi Home
The kitchen is the heart of the Ladakhi house. These are people for whom food is so central it forms the basis of their all-purpose greeting, "Julay", an economical word used for hello, goodbye, please and thank you. Its literal translation is "good digestion"; it reflects their philosophy that if you have good digestion, you have everything.
Early morning, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Leh
Meeting and assistance upon arrival in Leh and transfer to your Hotel
This evening we are invited to a typical Ladakhi Home for a high tea and interaction with different members of the family.
Overnight at the Hotel Royal Ladakh
Day 4 : Leh / Shey / Thiksey / Leh
Shey
A small town in comparison to Leh. Shey Palace was built in early 17th century AD by Deldan Namgyal as a memorial for his father, Singay Namgyal. The palace houses a three storey copper statue of Buddha Shakyamuni. Overlooking the Shey palace are the ruins of the fort built by the first king of Ladakh, Lhachen Spalgigon. Shey also has a very large scattering of stupas all across its landscape.
Thiksey Gompa
Located 17 km on the main highway from Leh in the direction of Manali. The present day monastery founded by Paldan Sherab, overlooking the village below, was not the original location. It was originally built at Stakmo. This spledid monastery also hosts the beautiful festival of Thiksey Gustor.
This morning we will proceed on a Guided Tour of Shey.
From here we will drive to Thiksey Gompa (monastery).
Evening, we will drive back to our hotel in Leh
Overnight at the Hotel Royal Ladakh
Day 5 : Leh / Uleytokpo
Uley Ethnic Resort
The place is right in the lap of nature and you would very much enjoy the feel of the breeze, the scent of flowers, delightful nature walks, views of the snow capped Himalayas and the gentling rolling sound of the Indus river. If you are a bird lover there are great possibilities of viewing a variety of birds.
Ridzong Monastery
One can still find the small caves where Lamas used to meditate for years cutting themselves from the rest of the world except for an one feet square outlet window from where they accept the one time meal of the day. Also close by is a nunnery. Food and clothing besides shelter is provided to the Nuns. There are a few very old retired Nuns. A visit here shows us the day to day living of the Nuns, as well as the trainings they receive here and also an opportunity to witness the performance of the evening prayers.
nature walks
This would be a great opportunity to get up close to the birds and a variety 
of vegetation as well as bloom. You also get to see medicinal and ornamental plants that are found in the vicinity.
Morning, we will drive to Ulektokpo
Upon arrival check into Uley Ethnic Resort
A visit to the Ridzong Monastery will certainly be a moment to cherish, & treasure for the rest of our lives.
Afternoon is at leisure for nature walks, we will interact with the locals and learn more about their way of life.
Overnight at the Uley Ethnic Resort (Deluxe Cottages)
