Ladakh Tour

Duration: 6 Nights 7 Days

Details

Day 1
: Arrival in Leh

Arrive in Leh and check into your hotel.
Acclimatization day to adjust to the high altitude.
In the evening, visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Market for local handicrafts.

Day 2
: Leh Monastery Tour

Visit Shey Palace (former royal residence), Thiksey Monastery, and Hemis Monastery, one of the largest and wealthiest monasteries in Ladakh.
Explore Leh Palace and Leh Gompa in the evening.

Day 3
: Leh to Nubra Valley (160 km)

Drive through the world’s highest motorable pass, Khardung La.
Visit Diskit Monastery and witness the giant Maitreya Buddha statue.
Experience the surreal Hunder Sand Dunes and enjoy a camel safari.
Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.

Day 4
: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake (274 km)

After breakfast, drive towards Pangong Lake via Shyok River.
Arrive at the stunning Pangong Lake, located at an altitude of 4,350m.
Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and stay overnight at a camp near the lake.

Day 5
: Pangong Lake to Leh (225 km)

After enjoying sunrise at Pangong Lake, drive back to Leh via Chang La Pass.
On the way, visit Druk Padma Karpo School (featured in the film '3 Idiots').
Arrive in Leh by evening and relax.

Day 6
: Leh to Magnetic Hill and Confluence of Zanskar & Indus Rivers (35 km)

Visit the famous Magnetic Hill, where vehicles defy gravity.
Stop by the Sangam Point where Zanskar and Indus rivers meet.
On the way, visit the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Hall of Fame Museum.

Day 7
: Departure from Leh

After breakfast, transfer to Leh airport for your onward journey.

Best Time to Visit

May to September (ideal for trekking, biking, and sightseeing with pleasant weather).

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh, well connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Srinagar. By Road: Leh is accessible via the Manali-Leh Highway or Srinagar-Leh Highway. By Train: The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi (about 700 km from Leh).

Distance Between Important Points

Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La: 160 km Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake via Shyok River: 274 km Pangong Lake to Leh via Chang La: 225 km Leh to Magnetic Hill: 35 km Leh to Khardung La: 40 km

Entry Fees

Pangong Lake: No entry fee Diskit Monastery: ₹30-₹50 Leh Palace: ₹15-₹30 Thiksey Monastery: ₹30-₹50 Hemis Monastery: ₹100

Closing Day

Most monasteries are open every day, but may close for certain religious ceremonies. Leh Palace is generally open every day from 8 am to 5 pm.

Add-on Spots

• Tso Moriri Lake: Another pristine high-altitude lake located around 240 km from Leh. Alchi Monastery: Known for its ancient Buddhist art and wall paintings. Zanskar Valley: A trekker's paradise with stunning landscapes
• around 462 km from Leh.

Historical Background

Ladakh has a rich history influenced by Tibetan Buddhism and early Himalayan kingdoms. The region has been a strategic crossroad for trade routes between India and Central Asia. Its monasteries, such as Hemis and Thiksey, date back to the 11th century and are key centers of Buddhist learning and culture. Leh Palace, built in the 17th century, was once the royal residence of the Namgyal dynasty, reflecting the grandeur of Ladakh's ancient past.

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