Luscious Ladakh: A 10-Day Foodie Itinerary

1. Day 1: Explore Leh Bazaar
   10 minutes (3.5 km) from Leh Airport

   Vibrant and bustling, Leh Bazaar is a food lover's paradise. Indulge in momos, thukpa, and local sweets for a delicious welcome to Ladakh.

2. Day 2: Brunch at The Grand Dragon
   5 minutes (1.2 km) from Leh Bazaar

   Experience local cuisine with a lavish buffet spread and live music. Relish mouth-watering Ladakhi dishes like sheermal, butter tea, and khambir.

3. Day 3: Visit Moonland & Lunch at Lamayuru Kitchen
   1 hour 40 minutes (80 km) from Leh

   Get ready for some stunning views of the unique landscape at Moonland. Head to Lamayuru Kitchen for an organic farm-to-table lunch experience.

4. Day 4: High Tea at Grand Dragon
   20 minutes (6.5 km) from Lamayuru Kitchen

   Sip on exotic blends of tea accompanied by Ladakhi snacks at the charming Grand Dragon hotel's garden cafe.

5. Day 5: Khardung La Drive & Snacks at Khardung Village Cafe
   5 hour 30 minutes (150 km) from Leh

   Drive to the highest motorable pass in the world for incredible panoramic views. Stop at Khardung Village Cafe, for a tasty treat of thukpa, momos, and Maggi noodles, among other options.

6. Day 6: Lunch at Bon Appetit
   25 minutes (8 km) from Leh Palace

   Styled after Paris cafes, Bon Appetit serves scrumptious French cuisine with Ladakhi twists and an amazing view of Stok Kangri mountain.

7. Day 7: Breakfast at Pumpernickel Bakery
   10 minutes (3 km) from Shanti Stupa

   Start your day with a fresh selection of baked goods, sandwiches, tea and coffee at this cozy and welcoming cafe, perfect for a lazy morning.

8. Day 8: Explore Nubra Valley & Lunch at Organic Kitchen
   4 hour (120 km) from Leh

   Marvel at the beauty of Nubra Valley while enjoying minimally processed, organic food at Organic Kitchen. Don't miss out on their thali and apple pie.

9. Day 9: Yak Cheese & Wine at Apricot Tree Cafe
   20 minutes (4.5 km) from Shanti Stupa

   Known for its yak cheese varieties, sip on honey-lemon tea or Lchang, a local barley beer, while enjoying views of the glacier-clad peaks.

10. Day 10: Cooking Class at The Apricot Tree Restaurant
    10 minutes (3.4 km) from Spituk Monastery

    End on a gastronomical high with a cooking class and learn to make some of the signature dishes of Ladakhi cuisine at the charming Apricot Tree Restaurant.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Brunch at The Grand Dragon (2 hours, INR 1200)
• Visit Moonland & Lunch at Lamayuru Kitchen (5 hours, INR 1500)
• High Tea at Grand Dragon (1 hour, INR 500)
• Khardung La Drive & Snacks at Khardung Village Cafe (8 hours, INR 1000)
• Lunch at Bon Appetit (1 hour, INR 1400)
• Breakfast at Pumpernickel Bakery (1 hour, INR 600)
• Explore Nubra Valley & Lunch at Organic Kitchen (7 hours, INR 2000)
• Yak Cheese & Wine at Apricot Tree Cafe (2 hours, INR 800)
• Cooking Class at The Apricot Tree Restaurant (3 hours, INR 2500)
Total Estimated Costs (for food and drinks): INR 13,000

Useful Tips

Add an extra day to your itinerary to enjoy a traditional Ladakhi meal with a local family. Avoid visiting during winter when many cafes remain closed. Check ahead for restaurant reservations, especially in peak season.