The Tranquil Oasis Homestay-Phyang
The Tranquil Oasis Homestay – Phyang
Phyang is one of the largest inhabited villages of Ladakh known for the Phyang Monastery. This independent farmhouse is nestled in a peaceful area away from all the crowd and hustle bustle of Leh and is just 28 kms away from Leh city. The house is surrounded by farmlands with wheat, barley and all sorts of exotic vegetables. This is an ideal place to experience Ladakhi Culture.
It is a heritage house and has 6 well constructed rooms for the guests with lovely views. One room has an attached bathroom and 5 rooms have shared bathroom. There is a common dining hall where you can spend some quality time with the host family and other travellers. The magic starts right from the moment you enter their gates. You will be welcomed warmly by the sweet host family who will treat you like their own family member. Get involved in the farm activities, or in the cooking activities with them. You can also have livestock rearing experience as they domesticate animals. Another not to miss experience is a visit to heritage home managed by your host family where age old traditional kitchen items, clothing etc. are displayed.
Location: 3 km from Phyang Gompa
No. of Rooms: 6 ; Total Capacity: 15
How to Reach
Leh airport is 19 km from the homestay.
Tariff
Per Person: 1700/-
Complimentary: Breakfast and Dinner
Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays
Child Policy
Up to 6 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)
7-12 years: 50% (with extra bed)
What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.
Facilities
Parking • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Bike Renting • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)
Food
Savour fresh farm to table meals cooked with lots of love and care by the host family. They serve all types of local dishes like chu tagi, momo, skyu, khambir sandwich, butter tea etc long with regular Indian meals as per guest preference. Most of the ingredients used in the kitchen come from their own farms.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Yoga and Meditation
Local Attractions
Phyang Monastery (3km) • Phey Village (12km) • Indus Viewpoint (13km) • Spituk Monastery (15km) • Spituk Monastery (16km)
Excursions
Hall of Fame (17km) • Pathar Sahib Gurudwara (17km)• Magnetic Hill (21km) • Zorawar Fort (21km) • Leh Palace (23km) • Tsemo Gompa (26km) • Magnetic stone (26km) • Likir Monastery (44km)
Know Your Host
Rigzen Namgyal, an energetic and cheerful person will host you. he stays here with his parents, wife and siblings. The Namgyals are extremely warm and hospitable and will make you feel like you’re a part of their family. They will go an extra mile to make you feel comfortable. And if you want, they will gladly allow you into their daily traditions and immerse into the Ladakhi culture.
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