7-Day Itinerary for Leh Ladakh and Kashmir in July 2023

1. Day 1: Arrival in Leh
   Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport
   0 minutes (0 miles) from airport

   Take the day to acclimate to the high altitude and explore Leh's vibrant markets. Enjoy the evening with a cup of gur-gur chai, a traditional Ladakhi tea.

2. Day 2: Hemis National Park
   1 hour 30 minutes (30 miles) from Leh

   Start your day early with a visit to Hemis Monastery and then proceed to Hemis National Park, home to some of the rarest wildlife species including the snow leopard. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking views of the park. Afternoon, visit the nearby Thiksey Monastery and return to Leh by evening.

3. Day 3: Pangong Lake
   4 hours 30 minutes (140 miles) from Leh

   Embark on an early morning drive to the beautiful Pangong Lake, famous for its ever-changing shades of blue. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the shores of the lake and take a walk. Afternoon, visit the nearby monasteries, Shey and Hemis Shukpachan. Return to Leh by evening.

4. Day 4: Nubra Valley
   4 hours 30 minutes (120 miles) from Leh

   Drive through the world's highest motorable road, Khardung La Pass to reach the beautiful Nubra Valley. Visit the Diskit Monastery, the largest and oldest monastery in Nubra. Enjoy a camel ride in the sand dunes of Hunder and visit Sumur Village. Return to Leh by evening.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   10 hours (240 miles) from Leh

   Take an early morning flight to Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Walk around the beautiful Dal Lake and visit the Mughal Gardens and Hazratbal Shrine. In the evening, take a shikara ride on the Dal Lake while enjoying the beautiful sunset.

6. Day 6: Gulmarg
   2 hours 30 minutes (35 miles) from Srinagar

   Take a scenic drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. Take the gondola ride to reach the top of the Apharwat Peak and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas. You can also indulge in skiing, snowboarding or sledging in the snow. Return to Srinagar by evening.

7. Day 7: Pahalgam
   2 hours 30 minutes (90 miles) from Srinagar

   Drive to Pahalgam, also known as the Valley of Shepherds. Take a walk around the small town and visit the Betab Valley and the Aru Valley. In the evening, return to Srinagar for your flight back home.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Zanskar Valley or Tso Moriri Lake in Ladakh. You can also take a side trip to Sonamarg or Doodhpathri from Srinagar. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisines such as Rogan Josh or Kahwa tea. Don't forget to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and warm clothing as temperatures can vary greatly in the region.

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