7-Day Nagpur to Ladakh Adventure Itinerary in September 2023

1. Day 1: Nagpur to Delhi
   2 hours 20 minutes (690 miles) flight

   Arrive in Delhi and head towards the historical Red Fort in the morning. Afternoon visit the Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in the evening visit the Lotus Temple, a Bahá'í House of Worship.

2. Day 2: Delhi to Leh
   1 hour 25 minutes (430 miles) flight

   Explore Leh in the morning by visiting Shanti Stupa to enjoy the sunrise and view of the whole city. Afternoon visit the Leh Palace and in the evening explore the Leh Market.

3. Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley
   4 hours 35 minutes (120 miles) drive

   Start the morning by driving to the Khardungla Pass, the highest motorable road in the world. Afternoon visit the Diskit Monastery and enjoy the sand dunes of the Hunder desert. In the evening, relax and enjoy the view of the valley.

4. Day 4: Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso
   5 hours 30 minutes (150 miles) drive

   Start the day early by driving towards Pangong Tso, a serene high-altitude lake that changes color throughout the day. Afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake and go for a short hike. In the evening, camp by the lake and stargaze at night.

5. Day 5: Pangong Tso to Leh
   4 hours 40 minutes (130 miles) drive

   Drive back to Leh in the morning and visit the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to Indian soldiers. Afternoon visit the Thiksey Monastery, one of the largest monasteries in Ladakh. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Ladakhi dinner.

6. Day 6: Leh to Hemis National Park
   1 hour 10 minutes (30 miles) drive

   Explore Hemis National Park in the morning and spot some of its famous residents like the Snow Leopard and Asiatic Ibex. Afternoon visit the Stakna Monastery and in the evening enjoy a bonfire under the starry Ladakhi sky.

7. Day 7: Leh to Nagpur
   3 hours 25 minutes (980 miles) flight

   Take a morning flight back to Nagpur and reminisce about the adventure-filled week in Ladakh.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the Kargil War Memorial or the Alchi Monastery. You can also try river rafting in the Zanskar River or trek to the Markha Valley. To maximize your fun, try the local Ladakhi cuisine and shop for souvenirs in the Leh Market.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Red Fort (2 hours, INR 60)
• Qutub Minar (2 hours, INR 550)
• Lotus Temple (1 hour, free)
• Shanti Stupa (1 hour, free)
• Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 250)
• Leh Market (2 hours, varies)
• Khardungla Pass (3 hours, INR 800)
• Diskit Monastery (1 hour, INR 30)
• Hunder desert (2 hours, varies)
• Pangong Tso (5 hours, varies)
• Hall of Fame (2 hours, INR 50)
• Thiksey Monastery (1 hour, INR 30)
• Hemis National Park (4 hours, INR 400)
• Stakna Monastery (1 hour, INR 30)
• Ladakhi dinner (2 hours, INR 500)
• Flight tickets (INR 25,000)
• Total Estimated Costs (INR 28,970)

Prices are subject to change. Flight prices based on booking.tp.st