Ladakh Cultural Tour

Day 01Delhi – Leh (3500 m) (Flight IT 3341 / 0610–0740 hrs)

Morning transfer to Delhi airport to board your flight to Leh. On arrival, meet and assist, followed by transfer to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure for acclimatization. Enjoy a relaxed walk through the colorful Leh Bazaar.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh.

Day 02Leh – Local Monasteries & City Tour

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of monasteries around Leh. Visit Shankar, Spituk, and Phyang Monasteries. Later, explore Leh Town, including Leh Market, Leh Palace Ruins, Leh Gompa, and Shanti Stupa.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh.

Day 03Leh – Indus Valley Monasteries

After breakfast, proceed for the Indus Valley monastery tour. Visit Shey, the ancient capital of Ladakh, known for its massive gold-gilded statue of Buddha Shakyamuni.

Continue to Thiksey Monastery, an impressive hilltop complex featuring a 30 m high statue of Maitreya Buddha. Later, drive to Hemis Monastery, founded in the 1630s under royal patronage.

Hemis is one of the largest and richest monasteries in Ladakh, famous for its annual monastic festival held in June–July, dedicated to Guru Padmasambhava. Return to Leh by evening.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh.

Day 04Leh – Lamayuru (124 km / 4 hrs) – Alchi (50 km / 2 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Lamayuru Monastery, one of the oldest and most spectacular monasteries in Ladakh, founded by Rinchen Zangpo in the 10th century. Participate in the serene prayer ceremony with resident monks.

Later, continue towards Alchi, crossing the mighty River Indus. Visit the renowned Alchi Monastery, famous for its exquisite wall paintings and ground-level setting amidst lush gardens.
Overnight at Hotel – Alchi.

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Day 05Alchi – Likir – Basgo – Leh (124 km / 4 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Likir Monastery, perched on a hilltop and home to a massive three-storey statue of Buddha. Visit the monastery museum housing ancient thangkas and artifacts.

Continue to Basgo, once the capital of Lower Ladakh. Explore the Royal Palace Ruins, Serzang Temple, and the temple housing a large gold and copper statue of Maitreya Buddha. Drive onward to Leh. Evening at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh.

Day 06Leh – Khardung La Pass – Leh (85 km)

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to Khardung La Pass (5,602 m), one of the world’s highest motorable roads. Enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains. Return to Leh by evening.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh (B, L, D).

Day 07Leh – Pangong Lake – Leh (290 km)

Early morning departure with packed breakfast and lunch to Pangong Lake, crossing Chang La Pass (5,486 m). Arrive at the breathtaking blue expanse of Pangong Lake, stretching across the Indo-Tibetan border. Enjoy the serene landscape before returning to Leh by late afternoon.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh (B, L, D).

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Day 08Leh – Stok Palace & Monastery Tour

After breakfast, visit Stok Palace, the royal residence of the former King of Ladakh. Explore the museum displaying ancient artifacts, thangkas, royal jewelry, arms, and armor.

Later, revisit key Indus Valley monasteries if desired or enjoy leisure time in Leh. Evening free for shopping or relaxation.
Overnight at Hotel – Leh (B, L, D).

Day 09Leh – Delhi (Flight 9W-610 / 0735–0850 hrs)

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Delhi, enjoying spectacular aerial views of the Himalayan range.

Tour Concludes. Thank you for traveling with us. We look forward to welcoming you again.