Cultural tour of Ladakh

Arrival in Leh

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Hotel standard Check-in 14:00 pm / Check-out 12:00 pm.

We recommend half a day of relaxation to acclimatise.

Leh Market: – The market is divided into several small paths and streets, with sections dedicated to clothes, artefacts, spices, food, souvenirs, and handicrafts. One of the best things that Leh Main Market is famous for is its woollen garments. Due to the cold climate, the people of Leh have a culture of making hand-woven woollen clothes, which have now become popular local products from Ladakh.

Overnight in Leh.

Leh-Hemis-Thiksey-Shey-Stok-Leh

After breakfast

Visit Hemis: – Among the richest monasteries in India, Hemis Monastery is renowned for its collection of ancient artefacts, including a copper Buddha figure, gold and silver stupas, and more. Sacred thangkas, murals, and other objects can be seen throughout the monastery.

Thiksey: – Thiksey Monastery belongs to the Gelug or Yellow Hat sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It is also known for its annual Gustor festival held in the month of October/November, where a fair is organised at the base of the monastery and villagers from all over Ladakh come to barter, exchange items, and socialise.

Shey: – It is home to the second largest Buddha statue in Ladakh. Shey Monastery is located within the Shey Palace complex. The original palace, now in ruins, was built near the village of Shey by Lhachen Palgyigon, king of Ladakh (then called Maryul), in the 10th century.

Stok: – Situated on the banks of the Indus River on the outskirts of the city, the Stok Palace is a magnificent three-storeyed structure. Still the summer residence of the Ladakh royal family, around 12 of its 80 rooms are still functional.

Arrival in Leh, transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Leh.

Leh-Basgo-Alchi-Likir-Uleytokpo- Nurla (125 Km, 2 Hours and 45 Minutes)

After breakfast, departure to Nurla.

En route visit Basgo: – Although the monastery was built for the Namgyal rulers in 1680, Basgo itself was incorporated in the early days of Ladakh and is often mentioned in the Chronicles of Ladakh when it was a political and cultural centre.

Gurudwara Patthar Sahib: – Situated on the outskirts of Leh on the Leh-Kargil road, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib was built in memory and honour of Guru Nanak. This place of worship is associated with a very important event in the history of the Sikh religion.

Magnetic Hill: – Magnetic Hill is a gravity hill located near Leh in Ladakh, India. The layout of the area and the surrounding slopes create the optical illusion of a hill.

Likir: – Likir Monastery was first built in the 11th century and rebuilt in the 18th century. It currently houses a 25-foot (7.6 m) tall gold-covered Buddha statue. It is occupied by monks of the Gelukpa order and is located 52 km from Leh.

Upon arrival in Nurla, transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Nurla.

Nurla-Leh (78 Km, 1 Hour and 45 Minutes)

After breakfast, depart for Leh.

Alchi Monastery: – The history of Alchi Monastery states that it was created by the famous scholar-translator Rinchen Zangpo in the 10th century. However, inscriptions preserved in the monuments attribute its creation to a Tibetan nobleman, Kal-dan Shes-rab, later in the 11th century.

Shanti Stupa: – Shanti Stupa is also known as Vishwa Shanti Stupa. It is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists. The impressive stupa is made of marble and features beautifully intricate statues of Lord Buddha.

Leh Palace: – The roof of Leh Palace offers beautiful views of the Ladakh region and Stok Kangri. With huge wooden walls and balconies, it is a fine example of medieval Tibetan architecture and boasts nine floors. The entrance to the palace is decorated with carved wooden figurines.

Overnight stay in Leh.