Itinerary
- Day 1
Srinagar
You'll arrive in Srinagar whenever suits your schedule. Later in the evening, meet up with your CEO and the rest of the group for a welcome meeting. After that, take a walk through the Lal Bazar market area to get oriented to the city and its rhythm.
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Lal Bazar Orientation Walk
Landmarks Lal Bazar - Day 2
Srinagar
This day focuses on getting to know Srinagar itself. You'll see Dal Lake, check out several gardens around the city, and visit a few historic temples. By the end of the day, you'll understand why Srinagar served as the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir.
Included Activities
- Srinagar City Tour
Optional Activities
- Dachigam National Park safari to spot the Royal Kashmir stag
Landmarks Dal Lake - Day 3
Srinagar
Start early and catch the sunrise from a traditional Shikara boat on Dal Lake. Then head to Shankaracharya Temple, which is the oldest temple in Jammu and Kashmir. You have the rest of the day to wander around at your own pace. Later, settle onto a houseboat on Dal Lake for the night.
Included Activities
- Sunrise Boat Ride on Dal Lake
- Shankaracharya Temple
- Overnight on a Houseboat
Optional Activities
- Safari at Dachigam National Park to spot the Royal Kashmir stag
Landmarks Dal Lake Shankaracharya Temple - Day 4
Srinagar to Pahalgam
Drive roughly 2 hours toward Pahalgam, stopping to see the Avantipura Temple Ruins and the Martand Sun Temple along the way. You'll reach Pahalgam in the afternoon and join an orientation walk of the bazaar and downtown area with your CEO.
Included Activities
- Avanti Swami Temple ruins
- Shri Martand Sun Temple
- Orientation With CEO
Landmarks Avantipura Temple Ruins Martand Sun Temple - Day 5
Pahalgam to Sonamarg
Head east on a 5-hour drive toward Sonamarg through Jammu and Kashmir. Stop at Zero Point for views of glacial terrain, then spend time exploring the Sonamarg Bazaar before settling in for the night.
Included Activities
- Sonamarg Bazaar
- Zero Point
Landmarks Zero Point Sonamarg Bazaar - Day 6
Sonamarg to Lamayuru
Cross into Ladakh on a 6.5-hour drive through the high-altitude Himalayan desert. You'll pass the Kargil War Memorial along the way. Once you reach Lamayuru, stay at the guesthouse of Lamayuru Monastery where you can watch the monks' daily routines unfold.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Kargil War Memorial
- Overnight at the Lamayuru Monastery
Landmarks Kargil War Memorial Lamayuru Monastery - Day 7
Lamayuru to Leh
This morning starts with a prayer ceremony at Lamayuru Monastery, then you'll drive 5 to 6 hours deeper into Ladakh toward Leh. Stop at Sangam point where the Indus and Zanskar Rivers meet. Later, visit Magnetic Hill, the optical illusion where vehicles in neutral appear to roll uphill. After that, stop at Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, a major Sikh pilgrimage site. You'll arrive in Leh and take an evening walk through Leh Market.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning Prayer Ceremony at the Lamayuru Monastery
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- Leh Market
Landmarks Sangam Point Magnetic Hill Gurudwara Pathar Sahib Leh Market 
- Day 8
Leh
The day is entirely yours to plan. Leh is Ladakh's largest city with plenty to see and do, or you can simply relax at your accommodation. It's your call how you want to spend your time here.
- Day 9
Leh
Walk through the Old City on a guided tour, exploring narrow winding streets and learning about Leh's connection to Tibet. Visit the Central Asian Museum to see how Ladakh fit into Silk Road history. Later in the evening, go to Thiksey Monastery and watch the sunset from Shanti Stupa. If it interests you, there's an astronomy experience available with local women from Leh.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Leh Old City Walk
- Central Asian Museum Visit
- Thiksey Monastery Visit
- Shanti Stupa at Sunset
Optional Activities
- Astronomy experience with local women of Leh
Landmarks Leh Old City Central Asian Museum Thiksey Monastery Shanti Stupa - Day 10
Leh to Nubra Valley
Drive across one of the world's highest motorways on a 5-hour journey to Nubra Valley. You'll see the colorful Diskit Monastery, walk through the Sumur Sand Dunes, and spend time learning about local Ladakhi culture at the Kyagar House.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Diskit Gompa (Monastery)
- Sumur Sand Dunes
- Kyagar House Experience
Landmarks Diskit Monastery Sumur Sand Dunes - Day 11
Nubra Valley
Spend the day exploring more of Nubra Valley. Visit Ensa Monastery, hike to Yarab Tso Lake, relax in a natural hot spring, and check out the Col. Rinchen Chewang Museum to learn about the Indo-China War history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ensa Monastery
- Yarab Tso Lake Hike
- Panamic Hot Springs
- Col. Rinchen Chewang Museum
Landmarks Ensa Monastery Yarab Tso Lake Panamic Hot Springs Col. Rinchen Chewang Museum - Day 12
Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso
Join the morning prayer ceremony at Samstanling Monastery. Then drive northwest for 6 hours along the Shayok River to Maan Village on the shores of Pangong Tso Lake, sitting at 4,350m elevation. Check into your homestay and take an easy hike to Pangong Lake with your CEO. Later, do some stargazing at the remote village with your homestay host.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Samstanling Monastery Morning Prayer
- Pangong Lake Hike
- Stargazing in Nubra Valley
Landmarks Samstanling Monastery Pangong Tso Lake - Day 13
Pangong Tso to Leh
Rise early for a yoga session by the beach, suitable for all fitness levels, then have breakfast. Start the 4.5-hour drive back toward Leh. Stop at Rezang La Memorial, an important site from the 1962 War, and visit a nomadic settlement to learn about the pashmina cashmere trade. You'll arrive in Leh by evening with free time to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early Morning Yoga by the Lake
- Rezang La Memorial
- Pashmina Herder Experience
Landmarks Rezang La Memorial - Day 14
Leh
Your day in Leh is completely free. Whether you want to rest at your hotel or venture out and explore the town on your own, the choice is yours to make.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 15
Leh
Leave Leh whenever works best for your travel plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
