Kanyakumari to Ladakh 7-day Nature Itinerary - July 2023

1. Day 1: Kanyakumari
   25 minutes (13.7km) from Kanyakumari Airport

   In the morning, witness the sunrise at Kanyakumari beach. Then, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue. In the afternoon, visit the Kanyakumari Temple and explore the local market. In the evening, relax at the Triveni Sangam.

2. Day 2: Kochi
   14 hours (670km) from Kanyakumari

   Start the morning with a drive to Fort Kochi. Visit the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the Mattancherry Palace. In the afternoon, explore the streets of Fort Kochi and enjoy the local cuisine. In the evening, watch the sunset at the Chinese fishing nets.

3. Day 3: Munnar
   4 hours (130km) from Kochi

   Start the day with a drive to Munnar. Visit the Eravikulam National Park to spot the Nilgiri Tahr. In the afternoon, visit the tea plantations and learn about the history of tea in India. In the evening, relax at the hotel and enjoy the scenic views of Munnar.

4. Day 4: Thekkady
   3 hours (90km) from Munnar

   Start the day with a drive to Thekkady. Visit the Periyar National Park and go on a jungle safari to spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, visit the spice plantations and learn about the spices grown in the region. In the evening, attend a cultural show at the Mudra Cultural Centre.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   4 hours 30 minutes (255km) from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

   Take a flight to Srinagar and visit the famous Dal Lake. Go on a shikara ride and explore the floating markets. In the afternoon, visit the Mughal Gardens and enjoy the scenic beauty of Srinagar. In the evening, indulge in the local cuisine.

6. Day 6: Leh
   1 hour (4.1km) from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

   Take a flight to Leh, and visit the Shanti Stupa to enjoy the panoramic view of Leh. In the afternoon visit the Leh Palace and take a stroll in the local market. In the evening, explore the local cuisine and indulge in the local nightlife.

7. Day 7: Nubra Valley
   5 hours (150km) from Leh

   Start the day with a drive to Nubra Valley. Visit the Diskit Monastery and enjoy the sand dunes at Hunder. In the afternoon, visit the Sumur Monastery and enjoy a camel ride in the sand dunes. In the evening, enjoy the local cuisine and relax at the hotel.

Recommendations

You can visit Pangong Tso Lake and Tso Moriri Lake on a day trip from Leh. You can also go on a trek to the Markha Valley or visit the Hemis National Park for wildlife photography.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kanyakumari Sunrise (1 hour, Free)
• Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue (2 hours, INR 400)
• Kanyakumari Temple (1 hour, Free)
• Fort Kochi Sightseeing (6 hours, INR 1000)
• Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, INR 400)
• Tea Plantation visit (2 hours, INR 300)
• Periyar National Park (4 hours, INR 1500)
• Spice Plantation visit (1 hour, INR 200)
• Dal Lake and Shikara ride (2 hours, INR 500)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 400)
• Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace (3 hours, Free)
• Diskit Monastery and Hunder Sand Dunes (3 hours, INR 200)
• Sumur Monastery and Camel ride (2 hours, INR 300)
• Total Estimated Costs (INR 4300)

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