The most important part of this festival is the masked dance. This masked dance started as the Mahayana tradition and at the present day it continues as the Buddhist tradition. In the 8th century the Chaam Dance was performed according to the Tibetan scripts. These masked dances are the descendents of this chaam dance. The main reason behind performing this masked dance is to please the deity. It is a common belief that if the deity is pleased then She will save all her disciples from any sort of evil. It is also a belief that if the deity is pleased then the region is free of any sort of natural calamities. These supernatural beliefs are continuing since ages.
The unique feature of this festival is the dance. The masked dance or the chaam dance is the most popular item. This dance is performed by all the Lamas in circles. These Lamas cover their faces with large colourful masks. These masks are made up of paper and then local people make an effort to colour them using plaster. Along with dance music is also another interesting feature of this festival. Songs related to this festival is played and performed by the local people along with drum beats. An enlarged idol of Lord Buddha is kept in the centre and worships and prayers are offered to this idol. The locals belief that during this time Lord Buddha resides inside that idol and hence the main aim of the people should be pleasing Lord.
Suggested itinerary is as under.
Day 1 Arrive at Leh
Arrival Leh by morning flight and transfer to the hotel.Full day of complete rest for acclimatization to the high altitude of Leh (11,500 ft / 35 00 mtrs).Overnight in hotel.
Day 2 Leh Local sightseeing
After leisurely breakfast, visit Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery and Stok Palace Museum. Overnight in hotel.
Day 3 Leh-Lamayuru ( witness the Yuru Kabgyat Festival )
In the morning drive down the Indus Valley on a tour of the Lamayuru (approx. 130 kms.) circuit, famous for the dramatically located Lamayuru monastery and the adjoining 'Moonland' features. Check in at your hotel and witness the Yuru Kabgyat Festival. Overnight stay at Lamayuru
Day 4 In Lamayuru – Witness the Yuru Kabgyat Festival
Full day enjoy Yuru Kabgyat Festival and greet with local people. Overnight stay at Lamayuru
Day 5 Lamayuru - Leh
After breakfast drive towards Leh, en route visiting the 11th century Alchi Choskor, oldest surviving monastic heritage of Ladakh- a UNESCO listed heritage site. Thereafter, visit Sangam (confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers), Magnetic Point, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Kali Mata (Temple of Guardians in Spituk monastery) & Hall of Fame. Overnight in hotel.
Day 6 Leh-Pangong Lake
After leisurely breakfast Drive to Pangong Lake (approx. 150 kms, located on the Indo-China Border), en route crossing the Chang-la pass (alt: 17370 ft.). chek cin at your camp and enjoy the beautiful evening at Pangong Tso Lake. Overnight in hotel/ Camp.
Day 7 Pangong -Nubra Valley
After breakfast leave for Nubra Valley, by following Shyok river. Check in at your hotel / camp and later explore Nubra valley by visiting Deskit monastery and Hundar Sand Dunes where you can enjoy a short camel safari using the double-humped Bactrian camel found here (optional on direct payment). Overnight at the hotel/ Camp.
Day 8 Nubra Valley to Leh
After leisurely breakfast drive back to Leh. Approx 150 kms drive may take approx 5 hours. En route your day highlight will be reach at world highest motorable pass called Khardungla ( 18380 Ft) . check in at your hotel in Leh and evening explore the beautiful market of Leh. Last minute shopping and get some souvenirs for your dearest and overnight stay.
Day 9 Departure Leh
Morning after breakfast transfer to Leh airport in time to board flight back home.
Approx expenses
Cost per person based on Twin sharing
| Group Size |
Standard |
Deluxe |
Sup Deluxe |
| 02 Clients |
INR 35500 |
INR 38900 |
INR 41900 |
| 04 Clients |
INR 25500 |
INR 27900 |
INR 30500 |
| 06 Clients |
INR 21900 |
INR 24500 |
INR 27000 |
| 5 % GST extra on total bill |
inclusion and Exclusion
| Package Inclusions! |
Package Exclude! |
| Accommodation with breakfast + Dinner |
Air Fare |
| Transport by Non AC SUV |
Expenses for personal nature |
| City tour as mentioned |
Personal insurance |
| Inner Line permit |
Guide services |
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Camel Ride / ATV Bike ride |
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Tips to Drivers / Hotels |
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Other than not mentioned in inclusions |
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Unforeseen expenses beyond our control |
Hotels as under/ Similar
| Location |
Hotels |
| Lamayuru |
Moon Land Hotel / Hotel Lamayuru |
