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5-Day Itinerary for Spiti and Leh Ladakh in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Kaza
    6 hours (210 km) from Manali

    Start your journey by driving towards Kaza. You will pass through the Rohtang Pass, Gramphu, and the Kunzum Pass. You will also get the opportunity to see the breathtaking Spiti Valley. Once you reach Kaza, check-in to your hotel and relax. In the evening, explore the Kaza monastery and the local market.

  2. Day 2: Komic and Hikkim
    1 hour (20 km) from Kaza

    Start your day by visiting the villages of Komic and Hikkim, which are the highest inhabited villages in Asia. You can also visit the Tangyud Monastery in Komic. In the afternoon, visit the Key Monastery, which is the biggest monastery in Spiti. In the evening, return to Kaza for dinner and overnight stay.

  3. Day 3: Pangong Lake
    8 hours (230 km) from Kaza

    Today, drive towards Pangong Lake in Leh Ladakh. You will pass through the Kunzum Pass, the Pang and More Plains, and the Tanglang La Pass. Once you reach Pangong Lake, check-in to your tent and relax. In the evening, enjoy the mesmerizing view of the sunset and spend some time stargazing.

  4. Day 4: Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa
    5 hours (140 km) from Pangong Lake

    Start your day by visiting the Leh Palace, which is a nine-storey palace overlooking the Leh city. After that, head towards the Shanti Stupa, which is a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop. In the afternoon, explore the Leh market and indulge in some shopping. In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

  5. Day 5: Khardung La Pass
    2 hours (40 km) from Leh

    Today, drive towards the Khardung La Pass, which is the highest motorable pass in the world. Once you reach the top, take a break and enjoy the view. Return to Leh for lunch and then visit the Hemis Monastery, which is the biggest monastery in Ladakh. In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can also visit the Nubra Valley and the Tso Moriri Lake. You can also try some local food, such as momos, thukpa, and butter tea. To maximize your fun, try to interact with the locals and learn about their culture and traditions. Don't forget to carry warm clothes as the temperature can drop drastically in the evenings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kaza Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Key Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Pangong Lake (1 day, INR 1000 for tent stay)
  • Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Shanti Stupa (1 hour, free)
  • Hemis Monastery (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1350
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