Ladakh | Kargil - Women Only
Ladakh & Kargil Women Tour Package (10 - 16 August 2024)
Day-wise itinerary specially designed by Wander Womaniya for working women & students who cannot take long leaves from the office & college.
Day 1: Welcome to Ladakh
Reach Leh by early morning, meet your tour buddy and the group, and check in at your hotel. It is time to give your nerves the much-deserved rest to acclimatize and get ready for the steep climb in the coming days around Leh. Visit Leh market, Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace.
Overnight at Leh Hotel
Day 2: Leh Local
After breakfast, we visit Magnetic Hill, Patthar Sahib Gurudwara, and Confluence of Zanskar. We will also do white water rafting at the highest point in the world.
Day 3: Pangong
Post an early breakfast, we start a bumpy ride to Pangong Lake (~200 km ride), which is situated at an altitude of 14,271 feet above sea level. The bare rolling hills interspersed with dusty valleys are the setting for the spectacular lakes in the area. Pangong Lake needs no introduction, ever since Amir Khan stepped foot here. Part of the lake runs through the Indo-Chinese border.
Day 4: Leh
After breakfast, we will enjoy an easy day and explore Rancho school, Hemis & Thiksey Monastery. The evening is at leisure and overnight at Leh Overnight in Leh
Day 5: Kargil & Tiger Hill
Post breakfast we checkout from Leh and head to Kargil (5-6 hours ), We will visit the Kargil War Memorial.
The Kargil war was a three month long skirmish between India and Pakistan. It commenced in May 1999 when approx 1500 Pakistani soldiers intruded into the Indian Territory in Kargil, Jammu and Kashmir with an aim of severing link between Kashmir and Ladakh. In a systematically planned and methodically executed operation, the dominating peaks occupied by the enemy were attacked and recaptured. The operation was a unique display of bravery, resolve and commitment under inhospitable conditions of terrain and weather. By July 20, the Indian forces managed to recapture Kargil heights. On a clear weather day you can even catch a glimpse of the Tiger Hill.
Overnight at Kargil / Drass.
Day 6: Moonland & Alchi
Post breakfast we checkout from Leh and head to Lamayuru, we will hike in the "moonland" to get the feel of the unusual structures which will remind you of Cappadocia, Millions of years ago this area was under the ocean bed. The legend however says that there used to be a river here which got vanished after a Buddhist monk prayed for the same to built the monastery.
We will visit Alchi monastery. Overnight stay in Alchi.
Day 7: Drop to Leh Airport
Do’s
1. Must walk slowly, slower than capacity. Drink lots of water.
2. Have plenty of drinking water, Electoral powder mixed with water or any kind of liquids except Alcohol.
3. While Visiting any Gompa, Pls take Lama’s Permission for Photo or Video(no flash allowed inside Gompas)
4. Please consult Family Doctor before Visiting Ladakh for any kind of medicines
5. Please follow the Guidelines given by Tour Leader.
6. Put on a warm jacket before the sun goes down.
7. Dress in layers, not just one thick jacket
8. Carry chocolates or Dry fruits all the time.
Don’ts
1. Don’t exert unnecessarily or suddenly.
2. Don’t smoke too much.
3. Avoid Alcohol
Mountain sickness is a real danger and can be fatal
Symptoms of acute mountain sickness (AMS) include headache, light-headedness, breathlessness and nausea. Sujata Sahu, founder of the 17,000 ft Foundation, explains,
“Hospitals in Leh are filled with tourists who think the weather is great and take acclimatization lightly.” If you think something’s wrong, stop or descend to the lowest possible point immediately.
Medicines such as Diamox may be prescribed by general physicians prior to the trip and help reduce the chances of AMS—in case of any discomfort, this should be your first go-to. Having said that, the body is also fully capable of adjusting to the altitude on its own, if given time. Chewing something (especially garlic and chocolates) helps keep symptoms away. Most local vehicles and campsites are equipped with oxygen cylinders; don’t hesitate to use them if/when necessary.