The Essence Of Ladakh

Upon arrival at Leh Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. After checking in, freshen up and enjoy some tea or coffee. Spend the evening at leisure, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at hotel in Leh

After breakfast, embark on a tour of Leh, visiting Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery, and the Stok Palace Museum.

Overnight at hotel in Leh.

In the morning, drive down to the Indus Valley on a tour of the Lamayuru circuit (approx. 130 km), known for the stunningly located Lamayuru Monastery and the unique "Moonland" terrain. After sightseeing and lunch, retrace your route back to Uleytokpo (60 km) and check in at a fixed camp or resort for an overnight stay.

Overnight in hotel at Uleytoko

After breakfast, drive towards Leh, making stops to visit the 11th-century Alchi Choskor, the oldest surviving monastic heritage of Ladakh, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to explore the Sangam (confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers), Magnetic Point, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Kali Mata Temple (Temple of Guardians in Spituk Monastery), and the Hall of Fame. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight in hotel at Leh

After breakfast, depart for Nubra Valley, crossing the Khardung-la Pass (altitude: 18,380 ft). After descending from the pass, continue to explore the Sumoor area. Later, check into a fixed camp in the area or drive to Deskit for an overnight stay at a hotel.

In the morning, visit and explore Deskit, Hundar, and the Sand Dunes, where you can enjoy a short camel safari on the unique double-humped Bactrian camels (optional, payable directly). Later, drive back to Leh, arriving in the late afternoon or evening. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

Embark on a full-day excursion to Pangong Lake (approximately 300 km round trip, located on the Indo-China Border), crossing the Chang-la Pass (altitude: 17,370 ft.) en route. After exploring and sightseeing around the lake, drive back to Leh, arriving in the late afternoon or evening. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at hotel in Pangong

Enjoy a free day to rest after the long journey to Pangong Lake. In the afternoon, visit Shanti Stupa, Sankar Gompa, Leh Palace, and explore the local market. Have dinner and stay overnight

Overnight at hotel in Leh

Early departure for Tsomo-riri Lake (altitude: 15,000 ft.), driving through Chumathang (famous for its hot springs), Mahe, and Puga Sumdo. Tsomoriri Lake, approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide, serves as a breeding ground for migratory birds, including the rare bar-headed geese. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in a fixed camp or guest house.

Overnight at hotel in Tsomoriri

After breakfast, retrace your route back to Puga Sumdo and then follow the road across the Polokongka Pass (4920 meters) to visit Tsokar Lake, a salt lake system in the Rupsho Plateau, home to the Changa nomads and many rare wildlife species. After exploring the area, take the Manali-Leh road to return to Leh, crossing Taglang-la Pass (altitude: 17,585 ft.) en route. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at hotel in Leh

On the final day of your tour, after breakfast at the hotel, we will escort you to Leh airport for your flight to your next destination.