Culinary Adventure in Leh: A Foodie's Dream

Day 1: Taste of Leh

Leh, India

8:00AM

Traditional Breakfast at Chamba Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty Ladakhi breakfast comprising of 'thukpa' (noodle soup) and butter tea, perfect for the cool mountain air.
Chamba Restaurant is located at Skara Road, about 10 minutes from the main market area of Leh.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Explore Leh Palace

After breakfast, walk over to the Leh Palace to soak in stunning views of the town and the surrounding mountains, while admiring the ancient architecture.
The palace is a 15-minute walk from Chamba Restaurant.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Visit Local Markets

Stroll through the bustling Leh Market where you can find a variety of local handicrafts and maybe pick up a smattering of dried fruits and saffron.
A short 10-minute walk from Leh Palace.
Free (shopping optional), 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at The Tibetan Kitchen

Enjoy a flavorful Tibetan lunch including 'momo' (dumplings) and 'shapta' (stir-fried meat) for an authentic taste of local cuisine.
The Tibetan Kitchen is centrally located on Fort Road, a short 5-min walk from the market.
INR 400, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Café Himalaya for Coffee and Snacks

Unwind at Café Himalaya with a freshly brewed cup of local coffee and a slice of homemade cake, while enjoying the relaxed ambiance.
Located a 10-minute walk from The Tibetan Kitchen.
INR 200, 1 hour

4:30PM

Local Bakery Visit

Visit a nearby bakery to sample 'pashminal', a sweet Ladakhi delicacy, and explore the local baking culture.
Take a 15-minute walk to the local bakery off Leh’s main road.
INR 150, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Salam Jammu

End the day with a sumptuous dinner featuring Kashmiri Rogan Josh and saffron rice at Salam Jammu, a popular spot among locals.
Salam Jammu is approximately a 20-minute taxi ride from the local bakery.
INR 600, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dessert at Leh's Local Ice Cream Shop

Savour some unique flavors of ice cream such as apricot and saffron, perfect for concluding your culinary journey in Leh.
The ice cream shop is a quick 5-minute taxi ride from Salam Jammu.
INR 100, 30 minutes
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