7-Day Adventure in Ladakh: Scenic Lakes, Monasteries, and Mountain Passes

Day 1: Arrival and Local Tour

Leh, Ladakh, India on May 16, 2025

9:00am

Leh Airport Arrival

Arrive at Leh and check into your hotel. Take some rest to acclimate to the high altitude.
INR0, 1h0m

11:00am

Leh Palace Visit

Explore Leh Palace, a 17th-century former royal palace with panoramic views of Leh and architectural beauty.
INR100, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Tibetan Kitchen

Enjoy authentic Tibetan and Ladakhi food such as momos and thukpa in a cozy setting open from 11am to 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Shanti Stupa Visit

Visit the iconic Shanti Stupa that offers stunning views over Leh especially in the afternoon light. Open till sunset.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Leh Market Walk

Stroll through Leh's main market, ideal for buying local handicrafts and souvenirs.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Bon Appetit

Dine on delicious Ladakhi and continental dishes at this popular restaurant open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nubra Valley Excursion

Nubra Valley, Ladakh, India on May 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to prepare for a long day ahead.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass

Travel over one of the world’s highest motorable roads, passing stunning mountain landscapes to reach Nubra Valley.
INR0, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at a local Nubra Valley eatery

Taste local Ladakhi cuisine with fresh vegetable and meat dishes in a traditional Nubra setting.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Diskit Monastery

Explore Diskit Monastery, famous for its giant statue of Maitreya Buddha and breathtaking valley views.
INR50, 1h0m

3:30pm

Hunder Sand Dunes and Bactrian Camel Ride

Experience the sand dunes and enjoy a camel ride on rare two-humped Bactrian camels unique to Nubra.
INR500, 1h0m

5:00pm

Check-in at Nubra accommodation

Relax at your guesthouse or camp site amid mountain scenery.
INR1500, Rest of evening

7:00pm

Dinner at your accommodation

Enjoy a simple home-cooked meal, often including traditional Ladakhi dishes like thukpa and butter tea.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Nubra to Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake, Ladakh, India on May 18, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at accommodation

Fuel up with breakfast before leaving Nubra Valley for Pangong Lake.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Pangong Lake

A scenic drive crossing the Shyok River and Chang La Pass to reach the stunning Pangong Lake.
INR0, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Pangong Guesthouse

Enjoy meals with beautiful views of the lake; food includes simple yet tasty local fare.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Pangong Lake

Walk along the lake shore, take photographs, and enjoy the changing colors of this high-altitude saltwater lake.
Free, 3h0m

6:00pm

Sunset at Pangong Lake

Experience the breathtaking sunset over Pangong’s serene waters.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Guesthouse

End the day with a warm dinner at your lake accommodation.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 4: Pangong to Tso Moriri

Tso Moriri Lake, Ladakh, India on May 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pangong

Start early with breakfast to prepare for the drive to Tso Moriri.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive to Tso Moriri Lake

A scenic 6-7 hour drive passing through remote villages and rugged terrain to reach Tso Moriri.
INR0, 6h30m

3:00pm

Check-in and rest at Tso Moriri

Settle in at a guesthouse or camp near this tranquil high-altitude lake.
INR1500, Rest of day

4:30pm

Explore Tso Moriri lake shore

Take an easy walk to enjoy the lake’s unique blue waters and the surrounding mountain landscapes.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at lodge

Enjoy a warm dinner featuring Ladakhi and simple Indian dishes in your accommodation.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 5: Return to Leh, Hemis Visit

Leh, Ladakh, India on May 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Tso Moriri lodge

Have a hearty breakfast before departing back towards Leh.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive back to Leh

Return to Leh with stops at scenic points along the route, approximately 7 hours driving time.
INR0, 7h0m

3:30pm

Visit Hemis Monastery

Explore the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh, known for its annual Hemis festival and beautiful murals. Open till sunset.
INR50, 1h30m

5:30pm

Check-in at Leh hotel

Relax and rest after the long travel day.
INR2000, Evening

7:00pm

Dinner at Gesmo Restaurant

Enjoy tasty Ladakhi and Indian dishes in a cozy ambiance open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 6: Leh Spiritual & Market Tour

Leh, Ladakh, India on May 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Thiksey Monastery

Tour this spectacular hilltop monastery resembling the Potala Palace with views of the Indus valley. Open 9am-5pm.
INR100, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Danish Bakery

Savor fresh breads, pastries, and good coffee, with vegetarian options, open 7am-9pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Shey Palace and Monastery

Visit the old summer palace of Ladakhi kings and the nearby monastery famous for a giant copper statue of Buddha.
INR50, 1h0m

3:00pm

Leh Main Bazaar Shopping

Explore local markets for traditional woolen clothes, jewelry, and souvenirs until evening.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Bon Appetit

Return to Bon Appetit for diverse Ladakhi and continental fare open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 7: Departure Day

Leh, Ladakh, India on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy your final breakfast in Ladakh and prepare for your departure.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Transfer to Leh Airport

Drive to Leh Airport for your onward journey home.
INR0, 30m
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