Start your trip with a visit to the iconic Shanti Stupa for a panoramic view of Leh town and surrounding mountains. Learn about the history of the stupa and the role it plays in promoting world peace.
Ride through the highest motorable pass in the world, Khardung La, and descend to the breathtaking Nubra Valley. Visit the sand dunes of Hunder and ride a Bactrian camel. Spend the night in a traditional homestay.
Explore the Diskit Monastery, the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in the Nubra Valley. Visit the 32-meter statue of Maitreya Buddha and enjoy panoramic views of the valley.
Ride through the scenic Chang La pass and visit the magnificent Pangong Tso Lake, one of the highest saltwater lakes in the world. Spend the night in a lakeside campsite.
Visit the largest and richest monastery in Ladakh, the Hemis Monastery, which houses many ancient artifacts, including a copper statue of Lord Buddha and sacred thangkas. Take a day hike to the nearby mountains.
Ride to the Magnetic Hill, a unique phenomenon where the magnetic force of the hill pulls vehicles uphill even when the ignition is turned off. Visit the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and the Hall of Fame museum.
End your trip with a visit to the Leh Palace, a nine-story palace built by King Sengge Namgyal in the 17th century. Explore the palace museum and enjoy a panoramic view of the town from the rooftop.
Consider taking a side trip to Tso Moriri Lake, another beautiful lake in Ladakh. Make sure to acclimatize to the high altitude before starting the trip. Bring warm clothes as it can get chilly even in July. Make sure to carry extra food and water as some areas have limited resources.