Panoramic Ladakh - An Exhaustive Trip to Ladakh

Flanked by the Karakoram mountains on the north-east and the great Himalayan ranges in the south and cut through by the river Indus, Ladakh is one of the highest inhabited places on earth. Ladakh is known for its magnificent landscapes, snow-capped mountains, color-changing lakes, deep lush valleys, Buddhist monasteries, the people, festivals and rituals. Get set to visit one of the most beautiful places on earth! Leave all your tensions and worries behind, come and have an experience of a lifetime.

You are about to witness the pristine beauty of this mesmerizing land – do star gazing under the night sky, take a ride in the highest motor-able road in the world, test your photography skills by clicking incredible pictures. Get first-hand experience of the Ladakhi way of living, eat fresh organic food, enjoy Ladakhi music and dance. Get to be a part of the Ladakhi culture.

Take a walk into the narrow lanes of the hamlets, and into the homes and the hearts of the locals. We try to remain secluded from the mainstream touristy places, beyond the routine.

DAY 01 | ARRIVE IN LEH 

Arrive in Leh, and take rest at our stay. Your body requires enough acclimatization! Prepare for the journey.

DAY 02 | AROUND LEH

Visit Hall of Fame, Sangam, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Sri Pathar Sahib. 

DAY 03 | NUBRA VALLEY

Drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass, one of the Highest Motorable Road in the World at 18,390

feet. Visit Diskit Monastery & witness the goofy-looking Double Humped Bactrian Camel in Nubra.

DAY 04 | PANGONG LAKE

Today, head to Pangong Tso, the famous lake that appeared in the Bollywood movie 3 idiots. The beauty of Pangong Lake is just unimaginable and you would want to capture it into your cameras and eyes from every angle.

DAY 05 | HANLE

Reach Hanle, visit Hanle monastery and Astronomical Observatory 

DAY 06 | UMLING LA

We take a day trip to Umling La on the ridgeline between Koyul Lungpa and the Indus River near Demchok. At an impressive 19,300 feet above sea level, Umling La stands as the World’s highest motorable road. 

DAY 07 | TSO MORIRI LAKE

Visit the beautiful multi-shades of blue color offered by this lake along with a picturesque landscape around give this place an extremely romantic and breathtaking feel. It is apt to say those hours of driving through dirt and uneven, rocky terrain is worth the trouble.

DAY 08 | TSO KAR LAKE - LEH

Drive to Leh en-route stop at Tso Kar Lake. surrounded by the marshlands that host amazing birdlife which include Brahmni Ducks, Bar-headed Goose, and the Great Crested Grebe. Spot the nomadic tribe of Ladakh, Changpas, who live in the remote, Trans-Himalayan Changthang region, at roughly 16,000-plus feet above sea level, completely beyond the pale of all civilizing influences. Also visit the famous Thiksey monastery before we reach Leh.

DAY 09 | DEPART

Head back home with a bagful of sweet memories!!!

Start Date: August 2, 2025 (Saturday)

End Date: August 10, 2025 (Sunday)

Pick-up / Drop at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IATA: IXL, ICAO: VILH)

Pls ensure that you arrive before 11:00 AM on Day 01 and depart after 9:00 AM on Day 10.

INR 37500 per person (Pay INR 10000 to Book Now!)

• These rates are for Indian Nationals only.
• Group Size: Minimum of 6 participants - Maximum of 14 participants (+) WANDERING SARATHY as your Tour Lead
• Please make sure that the trip has reached the minimum number of participants before you reserve your flight ticket.
• Opt for Zero Cancellation Fee Protection Extension while booking your flights so that you get a full refund in case of cancellation.
• Suitable for singles / solo travelers/couples / small groups of friends
• Suitable for members between the age group of 16-50 yrs. Generally, we have participants between 20-35 yrs.

INCLUSIONS

• Comfy stay on Double/Twin sharing basis for 8 nights/9 days in Homes-stays/Guesthouses/Camps.  
• Simple Breakfast, and Dinner (Set Menu) at our place of stay. The meal starts with Breakfast on the 2nd Day and ends with Breakfast on the 9th Day. 
• Group airport transfer for arrival and departure in Leh airport. If your flight arrival is at a different time, extra charges will be applicable. 
• Local sightseeing by an exclusive NAC Toyota Innova or Tempo Traveler depending on the number of participants. (Not at disposal) 
• Services of WANDERING SARATHY who personally leads the group and doubles as a storyteller 
• Entry tickets to places of interest (for places mentioned in the itinerary). 
• Basic First-Aid Kit & Oxygen Cylinder 
• All Permits, Toll & Parking Charges 
• Service charges & Taxes

EXCLUSIONS

• Airfare to Leh & return 
• Food/Snacks other than mentioned above.  
• Camera/Video charges Bike rentals, ATV ride, Camel-ride (being a responsible travel company, we do not encourage rides on animals) 
• GST @ 5% on the trip cost 
• Additional requests, orders, and services availed in the hotel/homestay 
• Use of transport for personal use and beyond the designated trip route 
• Additional costs arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like – landslides, road blockage, etc. In such a case, extras will have to be paid on the spot by the participants directly. 
• Personal expenses such as laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter charges, tips, medicines, etc. 
• Any extra expenses due to delays arising from bad weather & circumstances beyond our control. 
• Any item not specified in the ‘Inclusions’.

• Please confirm your participation by paying INR 10000 to book your seat.
• Rest to be paid 30 days before the tour start date.
• Please write to us at unusualescapes@gmail.com for our Bank Account Details to transfer the Booking Fee (or) pay via Google Pay at 9052220466.
• Your spot will be confirmed as soon as we receive your Booking Fee.