Overview
Join us for the private full-day sightseeing tour & explore the city Leh in a private transport with a local guide. Explore the architecturally marvelous gompas and monasteries of Leh. This peaceful and religious tour will take you through the mesmerizing views of Leh and will enable you to get in touch with the spiritual side of your soul.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Bottled water
Private tour
Transport by private vehicle
Camera charges at monuments
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
• Contact info: Mobile +91-9810311292 or email tours@delapt.com
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
-
Thiksey Monastery
30 min
ocated to the North of the Indus River on a hilltop, less than 20km from Leh town, Thiksey Monastery built in 1430 AD belongs to the Gelukpa Order of Buddhism. Lakhang Nyerma a Temple dedicated to Goddess Dorje Chenmo is within the Thiksey monastery. Apart from Lakhang Nyerma there are a few more shrines inside the monastery complex. Thiksey Gompa hosts the Gustor ritual, organized from the 17th to 19th day of September. Celebrated on an annual basis the sacred mask dance is also performed during the Gustor ritual. The Maitreya Buddha statue here is probably the most photographed statue of the Buddha of the future! The 15 m (49 ft) magnificent high statue took over 4 years to craft
-
Shey Monastery
1 hour
Shey monastery and palace is located 15 kilometers from Leh town on the Leh - Manali road. Shey palace and the monastery were built in the 16th Century AD. The monastery enshrines the Du-Khang with an almost 10 meter high copper statue of Lord Buddha.
The Shey palace was built by King Deledan Nagmyal and Shey Palace boasts of the largest victory stupa in Leh, the top of which is made of pure gold. The Shey Palace was the abode of the royal family till 1834 AD when they moved to the Stok palace. The Shey Palace has been taken over by ASI for conservation. -
Leh Royal Palace
1 hour
The palace stands like a sentinel overlooking the town. Inside the palace are old wall paintings depicting the life of Buddha. The palace was in ruins after the royal family residing here moved to another palace, that is the Stok Palace. The Leh Palace later on was resurrected by the Archeological Survey of India and now it stands as a famous tourist spot with a panoramic view of Leh and its surrounding area.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Dress appropriately, as per weather. It is generally cool from April to September, & fairly cold in winters - with snowfall between mid-November to mid-March
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Custom Tour: Leh local Sightseeing with guide
Can I cancel Private Custom Tour: Leh local Sightseeing with guide for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
What's not included?
- Camera charges at monuments
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Thiksey Monastery, Shey Monastery, Leh Royal Palace.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Delhi Airport Service
