One Day Tour of Leh

  1. 7:00AM: Shanti Stupa
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Leh city center

    Start the day with a serene sunrise at Shanti Stupa. This Buddhist white-domed stupa offers panoramic city views and peace.

  2. 9:00AM: Thiksey Monastery
    35 minutes (18.5 km) from Shanti Stupa

    Visit one of the largest Gompa in Leh, Thiksey Monastery. Built-in the 15th century, it houses a two-story statue of Maitreya Buddha made of clay, twelve stories high.

  3. 11:00AM: Hemis Monastery
    42 minutes (31.5 km) from Thiksey Monastery

    Visit the wealthiest Gompa, Hemis Monastery, founded in the 1630s. It has an exquisite collection of ancient relics, including rare Buddhist scriptures.

  4. 1:00PM: Lunch at the Tibetan Kitchen Restaurant
    22 minutes (9.5 km) from Hemis Monastery

    Experience authentic Tibetan cuisine and teas at a cozy spot, the Tibetan Kitchen Restaurant. This restaurant provides simple, home-style cooking with authentic Tibetan dishes.

  5. 3:00PM: Leh Palace
    13 minutes (4 km) from Tibetan Kitchen Restaurant

    Visit Leh Palace, a former royal palace built-in the 17th century that spells grandeur, history, and architecture. The palace overlooks the Leh city, Stok Kangri, and Ladakh mountain ranges.

  6. 5:00PM: Changspa Road
    10 minutes (1.5 km) from Leh Palace

    Stroll along the bustling Changspa Road, filled with unique shops and eateries. Spend some time souvenir shopping, sipping coffee or simply relaxing and enjoying the vibe of Leh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Shanti Stupa (1 hour, Free)
  • Thiksey Monastery (1.5 hours, Rs 30 per person)
  • Hemis Monastery (3 hours, Rs 50 per person)
  • Tibetan Kitchen Restaurant (1 hour, Rs 500 per person)
  • Leh Palace (1.5 hours, Rs100 per person)
  • Changspa Road (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): Rs 680

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to Shey Palace and Stok Monastery. You can also add an adventure activity like river rafting. If time is limited, remove Hemis Monastery, which is far from the city center, and Changspa Road.

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