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10-Day Ladakh Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1 - Arrival in Leh
    Distance: 10 km | Duration: 30 minutes by taxi

    Arrive in Leh, acclimatize to the high altitude and explore the Leh Palace and the colorful bazaars.

  2. Day 2 - Hemis National Park
    Distance: 40 km | Duration: 2 hours by taxi

    Visit the Hemis National Park, home to the elusive snow leopard, trek through scenic valleys, and visit monasteries.

  3. Day 3 - Khardung La and Nubra Valley
    Distance: 85 km | Duration: 3 hours by taxi

    Drive to Khardung La, the world's highest motorable road, and continue to the Nubra Valley to experience the desert landscape, visit the Diskit Monastery, and ride a camel.

  4. Day 4 - Chadar Trek
    Distance: 70 km | Duration: 3 hours by taxi

    Embark on the Chadar Trek, an exciting trek over the frozen Zanskar River.

  5. Day 5 - Magnetic Hill and Monasteries
    Distance: 150 km | Duration: 4 hours by taxi

    Experience the mystery of Magnetic Hill, visit the Thiksey Monastery, and explore the Shey Palace.

  6. Day 6 - Zanskar River Rafting
    Distance: 140 km | Duration: 4 hours by taxi

    Experience the thrill of Zanskar River rafting, rapids ranging from Class II to Class IV.

  7. Day 7 - Stok Kangri Expedition
    Distance: 15 km | Duration: 1 hour by taxi

    Begin the tough but immensely gratifying one-week-long Stok Kangri Expedition climb.

  8. Day 8 - Pangong Tso Lake
    Distance: 150 km | Duration: 6 hours by taxi

    Drive to the mesmerizing and picturesque Pangong Tso Lake.

  9. Day 9 - Tso Moriri Lake
    Distance: 230 km | Duration: 5 hours by taxi

    Explore the serene and tranquil Tso Moriri Lake while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Karakoram Range.

  10. Day 10 - Departure
    Distance: 10 km | Duration: 30 minutes by taxi

    Depart from Leh with unforgettable memories of your Ladakh adventure.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 550)
  • Hemis National Park (4 hours, INR 4000)
  • Nubra Valley (8-9 hours, INR 8000)
  • Chadar Trek (5-9 Days, INR 20000)
  • Magnetic Hill and Monasteries (5 hours, INR 4000)
  • Zanskar River Rafting (5 hours, INR 3000)
  • Stok Kangri Expedition (6-7 Days, INR 35000)
  • Pangong Tso Lake (10-12 hours, INR 7000)
  • Tso Moriri Lake (8-9 hours, INR 8000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 92,550

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, add a trip to the Lamayuru Monastery or go for a yak safari in the Hunder Sand Dunes. If you have less time, skip the Stok Kangri Expedition and the Tso Moriri Lake.

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