Private Tour

Full Day Leh Monasteries Tour (Shey, Thiksey & Hemis)

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

The monasteries around Leh span the entire spectrum, from the conspicuous to the obscure, the grand to the humble. Most are endowed with rich collections of relics, murals, Buddha statues and scriptures and all are set in incredibly scenic surrounds – day trips from Leh are rewarding for history buffs, spirituality seekers and picnickers alike.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

If pickup from outside city hotels / airport / railway station then it will be an additional charge, payable directly.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private Non Ac vehicle throughout the tour.

Accompanying English Speaking Guide.

Pickup & Drop: from Leh city hotels only.

All applicable taxes

02 Mineral water bottels per person.

Any kind of Tips & Gratuities.

Any accommodation.

Any kind of entrance fee (if any).

What To Expect

Shey Monastery

Your Trip starts with a visit to the Shey Monastery which Situated inside the premises of Shey Palace. Shey Monastery is one of the popular Buddhist monastery. It is also known as Shey Gompa. The monastery is used to be the summer retreat of the royal family of Ladakh. . The main attraction is the Shey Palace, a large structure built atop a hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The palace houses a giant golden statue of Lord Buddha, which is one of the largest such statues in Ladakh.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Thiksey Monastery

After visit Shey Monastery, then drive to Thiksey Gompa. Thiksay monastery is a gompa of Tibetan Buddhism religion. It is located on the top of the hill. It is very famous for its similarity with Potala Palace of Lhasa. This monastery is famous for pilgrim activities, architectural elements, sightseeing and exploration. The monastery has an interesting anecdote of how it was built in this exact location.

1 hour • Admission Not Included