9-day Adventure Itinerary: Kargil to Ladakh

1. Day 1: Kargil District
   5 hours (118 km) from Leh

   Explore the local bazaars and the National Highway 1D before acclimatizing to the high altitude.

2. Day 2: Lamayuru
   3 hours (109 km) from Kargil District

   Visit the Lamayuru Monastery's stunning landscape of bizarrely eroded rocks and spires, known as the Moonland.

3. Day 3: Leh
   1.5 hours (108 km) from Lamayuru

   Visit Leh Palace's stunning panoramic view and explore the local market for souvenirs and handicrafts.

4. Day 4: Pangong Lake
   6 hours (225 km) from Leh

   Take a day trip to Pangong Lake's turquoise waters and breathtaking scenery.

5. Day 5: Nubra Valley
   6.5 hours (157 km) from Pangong Lake

   Visit the Discit Monastery's statue of Maitreya Buddha and witness the juxtaposition of greenery and desert.

6. Day 6: Khardung La Pass
   4.5 hours (130 km) from Nubra Valley

   Take a scenic drive to the world's highest motorable pass and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas.

7. Day 7: Magnetic Hill
   2.5 hours (40 km) from Khardung La Pass

   Stop by the Magnetic Hill and witness the magical optical illusion of a vehicle rolling uphill.

8. Day 8: Alchi
   1.5 hours (72 km) from Magnetic Hill

   Admire the Alchi Monastery's ancient wall paintings and experience the serenity of the Himalayas.

9. Day 9: Leh
   1.5 hours (68 km) from Alchi

   Reflect on your adventure and enjoy the last moments in Leh before departing.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kargil District (Free)
• Lamayuru Monastery (1-2 hours, 100 INR)
• Leh Palace (1-2 hours, 250 INR)
• Pangong Lake Day Trip (10-12 hours, 6000 INR)
• Discit Monastery (1-2 hours, 50 INR)
• Khardung La Pass (1-2 hours, Free)
• Magnetic Hill (1-2 hours, Free)
• Alchi Monastery (1-2 hours, 30 INR)
• Total Estimated Costs: 6380 INR

Useful Tips

For extra adventure, add trekking in the Himalayas or white water rafting to your itinerary. Additionally, if you have more time, consider taking a multi-day trek to the Markha Valley. If you have less time, you can skip the Pangong Lake day trip and Alchi Monastery, or combine Day 6 and 7 for a shorter trip.