Ladakh and Kashmir Itinerary - Family Friendly

1. Day 1: Leh Palace
   12 minutes (2.5 km) from Leh airport

   Explore the ancient Leh Palace, a nine-storey fortress built by King Senge Namgyal in the 17th century.

2. Day 2: Shanti Stupa and Leh Market
   15 minutes (3.5 km) from Leh Palace

   Visit the stunning white-domed Shanti Stupa, followed by shopping and tasting local food at Leh Market.

3. Day 3-4: Nubra Valley
   4 hours (128 km) from Leh Market

   Experience the scenic beauty of the Nubra Valley, visit the Diskit Monastery and enjoy a camel ride on the sand dunes.

4. Day 5-6: Pangong Tso Lake
   5 hours (160 km) from Nubra Valley

   Take a sightseeing tour of the picturesque Pangong Tso Lake, and camp at night under the star-studded sky.

5. Day 7-8: Srinagar
   10 hours (340 km) from Pangong Tso Lake

   Experience the scenic beauty of Srinagar, visit the Mughal Gardens, enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake and shop for Pashmina shawls.

6. Day 9: Sonamarg
   3.5 hours (80 km) from Srinagar

   Enjoy a day trip to the scenic town of Sonamarg, ride on a pony, and witness stunning views of the Himalayan ranges.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Leh Palace (1 hour, ₹ 250)
• Shanti Stupa (1 hour, Free), Leh Market (2 hours, cost as per purchase)
• Nubra Valley (2 days, ₹ 7000 per person)
• Pangong Tso Lake (2 days, ₹ 8000 per person)
• Srinagar (2 days, ₹ 10,000 per person including accommodation and transportation)
• Sonamarg (1 day, ₹ 3500 per person)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): ₹ 27,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the ancient Alchi Monastery and the scenic Tso Moriri Lake. If you have less time, you can skip Nubra Valley and directly travel to Pangong Tso Lake. Be sure to carry warm clothes, comfortable footwear, sunscreen and sunglasses during your trip.