Leh-Ladakh Tour

Picture-Perfect Monasteries

Ladakh’s Buddhist Gompas; resplendent with huge Buddha statues, vivid murals, and red-robed monks; transport you to a world of serenity and spirituality.

Let’s look at some of the beautiful monasteries in Ladakh:

• Lamayuru Monastery- Home to around 150 monks, Yuru Gompa, as it is affectionately called, is swathed in myths & fables.
• Hemis Gompa- This beautiful monastery, painted in rich tones is the seat of the Drukpa Kagyupa sect (Red Hat) of Tibetan Buddhism.
• Spituk Gompa- The highlight of Spituk Gompa is its Dukhang (Prayer Hall), painted in a riot of colors and embellished with sacred Thangakas. 

Alchi Gompa, Shey Gompa, Thiksey Gompa, and Stok Gompa are some other beautiful monasteries in Ladakh.

Lakes of Leh- Ladakh

If monasteries are the soul of Ladakh, then lakes are the mirrors to this soul; reflecting the ethereal beauty of the cold desert. Here are some of the gorgeous lakes in the region:

• Pangong Tso- Stretching from India to Tibet, this 162 m long lake is known to change colors with the changing light.
• Mirpal Tso- Away from the tourist crowds, Mirpal’s crystal waters and sandy shore are simply breathtaking.
• Tso Moriri- Fed by glacial waters, this picturesque fresh-water lake is a verdant vision in summers while it freezes completely in winters.

Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

The unhurried charm of lush landscapes, blue waters, and pristine beaches lures thousands of visitors to the gorgeous Neil Island.

Major Attractions

• Bharatpur Beach- glass-bottom boat rides, snorkeling, jet skiing, scuba diving
• Sitapur Beach- Beachcombing and sunrise view
• Lakshmanpur Beach- Sunbathing and sunset/sunrise view

There are many more scenic lakes in Leh-Ladakh including Nayak Tso, Tso Kar, Yarab Tso, Chagar Tso, and Kiagar Tso.

Adventure Activities in Ladakh

A thrilling vacation in Ladakh calls for some adrenalin pumping adventure. Let’s have a look at some of the best adventure activities in Ladakh:

• White-water Rafting- A dare-devil ride through rapids, gorges & valleys on the fast-flowing River Zanskar.  
• Motor Bike Expeditions- Snaking mountain roads, hair pin bends, and passing Khardungla Pass at the height of over 18000ft- the thrill is just to be experienced!
• Frozen Chadar Trek- Walking on a thin sheet of ice in a white-washed landscape is both exciting & surreal.

Other activities in Ladakh include double-humped camel rides, quad biking, trekking & camping, playing polo & trying your hand at archery.

Nubra Valley

Austere mountains, green oasis villages, lush landscapes, double-humped camels and enchanting monasteries- Nubra valley is a place where time stands still amidst eternal beauty.

Shanti Stupa

Visit this beautiful Japanese Stupa near Leh, for its marvelous architecture and stunning sunrise & sunset views.

Hemis National Park

Abode of snow leopards, Asiatic ibex, Tibetan wolf, Eurasian brown bear, red fox and many more animals; Hemis National Park is a wildlife watchers favorite lookout for snow leopards.

Festivals of Leh-Ladakh

• Losar-  Tibetan New Year Celebrations
• Hemis Festival- Hemis Monastery Festival
• Ladakh Harvest Festival
• Spituk Gustor Festival- Spituk Monastery Festival