Ladakh, situated in the trans-Himalayan region of northern India, is a high-altitude cold desert defined by vast mountain ranges, deep river valleys,
glacial systems, and remote human settlements. Bordered by the Karakoram and Zanskar ranges, Ladakh presents a landscape shaped by extreme altitude, geological history, and resilient culture.
Characterised by stark terrain, ancient monasteries, high mountain passes, alpine lakes, and unique desert ecosystems, Ladakh offers a rare opportunity to experience wilderness, cultural heritage, and high-altitude environments in a single journey.
This expedition is designed to allow gradual acclimatisation, immersive travel across diverse regions, and meaningful engagement with Ladakh’s landscapes and communities.
What's Included In Your Tour Plan
Accommodation for 8 nights
All meals as per itinerary
Airport transfers
Internal transfers in dedicated vehicle
Inner Line permits
Monument entry charges
Mid Earth expedition escort
All applicable logistics support
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Itinerary
Arrival in Srinagar
Arrival at Srinagar Airport and transfer to hotel. The day is reserved for rest and acclimatisation after arrival.
Overnight Stay: Srinagar
Meals Included: Dinner
Srinagar → Kargil (200 km | 5.5 hrs)
After breakfast, begin the drive towards Kargil via Zoji La Pass and Drass, one of the coldest inhabited regions in the world.
En route, visit the Kargil War Memorial, an important historical site commemorating the Kargil conflict. Continue to Kargil and check in to the hotel.
Overnight Stay: Kargil
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kargil → Leh (220 km | 5 hrs)
After breakfast, depart for Leh.
En route visits include:
• Lamayuru Monastery and Moonland landscapes
• Sangam Point – confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers
• Magnetic Hill
Arrive in Leh and check in to hotel.
Overnight Stay: Leh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leh Monasteries and Cultural Exploration
After breakfast, visit Hemis Monastery, the richest monastery in Ladakh.
Continue to Thiksey Monastery, known for its hilltop location and prominent Maitreya Buddha statue overlooking the Indus Valley.
Further visits include:
• Shey Palace – former summer residence of Ladakhi royalty
• Sindhu Darshan
• Hall of Fame Museum
• Shanti Stupa
Overnight Stay: Leh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leh → Khardung La → Turtuk (200 km | 6 hrs)
After breakfast, drive towards Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass (18,380 ft), one of the highest motorable roads in the world.
Continue to Turtuk village, located in the Baltistan region near the India-Pakistan border.
Explore the village and surrounding landscapes of the Karakoram range.
Overnight Stay: Turtuk (Homestay / Camp)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Turtuk → Hunder (85 km | 2 hrs)
After breakfast, explore Turtuk village and continue towards Hunder.
En route and local visits include:
• Diskit Monastery
• Buddha Point viewpoint
Arrive at Hunder and check in to campsite.
Overnight Stay: Hunder (Camp)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hunder → Pangong Lake (240 km | 6 hrs)
After breakfast, visit to Hunder sand dunes and surrounding landscapes.
Proceed towards Pangong Lake via high-altitude mountain routes.
Pangong Lake, situated at 14,500 ft, is one of the world’s highest saltwater lakes and extends across India and China.
Arrival and check in to camp near the lake.
Overnight Stay: Pangong Lake (Camp)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Pangong Lake → Leh (155 km | 4 hrs)
After breakfast, depart for Leh via Chang La Pass.
Arrival in Leh and transfer to hotel.
Evening at leisure to explore Leh market.
Overnight Stay: Leh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Departure from Leh
Transfer to Leh Airport for onward journey.
Trip concludes.
Meals Included: Breakfast
