trip Overview
Our Ladakh exploratory in 2024 is a deep travel experience that captures the essence of Ladakh (India) by combining two distinct experiences of the region. Both these itineraries which can be done individually or combined, provide the traveler with a true sense of the culture and the incredible landscapes through a varied and immersive way of travel.
Tingmosgam Homestay (Itinerary 1) 20th July to 24th July
3 nights and 4 days at a Ladakhi homestay in Tingmosgam village. [Cost: USD 575]
Itinerary Highlights
20th July -Leh Arrival
Tingmosgam Homestay in Leh is one of the most amazing and worthwhile tours organized by Outdoor Himalayan Treks for our clients at a reasonable price and flexible itinerary. Upon arriving at Leh, get transferred to the hotel. Ladakh is at an elevation of above 3000 m (9,843 ft.) from the sea level. Thus, proper acclimatization rest is necessary. Later if time permits, visit Leh market or nearby places. Stay overnight.
21st to 24th July – Tingmosgam
Tingmosgam is an offbeat village experience in Leh where you stay for 3 nights and 4 days at a Ladakhi homestay. Travel to this amazing Tingmosgam where homestays are the prime highlights of this tour and spend the quality 3 nights in this magical village. On these 3 nights, experience the alluring nature and walk past beautiful village trails. Go for day hikes and get fascinated with the alluring beauty of this village.
Visit the famous Tingmosgam Monastery and attend the soothing prayer ceremony. Tibetan Architecture is one of the major attractions and admire its aesthetic beauty of it. For healing and to attain a sense of spirituality, immerse yourself in the practice of Buddhist Meditation. Also, witnessed farming practices and interacted with locals. Stay overnight in homestays and experience real rural life for 3 nights in the vicinity far from the crowded city.
Note: For this part of the itinerary we cover most of these experiences in a loosely guided and flexible way.
Ladakh Overland (Itinerary 2) 24th July to 2nd August
8 nights and 9 days road trip to Nubra Valley & Tso Moriri Lake [Cost: USD 1675]
Our version of the core Ladakh experience covers the prominent landscapes. We guide you away from the crowds to experience these places most purely.
Short Itinerary
LEH
24th July: Leh Arrival
25th July: Old Leh tour and Thiksey Monastery
NUBRA
26th July: Leh to Nubra & sunset walk
27th July: Hunder Dok Village
28th July: Hunder to Leh
TSOMORIRI LAKE
29th July: Open Day in Leh
30th July: Drive from Leh to Korzok and camp at the meadow
31st July: Explore the lake and viewpoints and meet with Nomads
1st August: Drive to Leh
2nd August: Departures Ladakh Overland
Note: The detailed itinerary for Ladakh Overland is given below.
#Ladakh Exploratory Combined Cost (Ladakh Overland with Tingmosgam village): USD 2250
Itinerary
Ladakh or Leh overland tour is one of the most amazing and worthwhile tours organized by Outdoor Himalayan Treks for our clients at a reasonable price and flexible itinerary. Admiring the surroundings in a comfortable private vehicle, an overland tour to Leh commences. Upon arriving at Leh, get transferred to the hotel. Ladakh is at an elevation of above 3000 m (9,843 ft.) from the sea level. Thus, proper acclimatization rest is necessary. Later if time permits, visit Leh market. Stay overnight.
In the morning enjoy breakfast in the beautiful vicinity. Then, head to old Leh town for an excursion. This old town signifies the sociocultural history of Leh and its architectural heritage displays the indigenous aspect of the town. Numerous historical buildings and religious structures are the prime attractions. Next, visit central Ladakh’s largest Gompa, ‘Thiksey Monastery’ which resembles the famous Tibet’s Potala Palace. This monastery holds the annual Gustor festival in the month of Oct/Nov. Don’t miss it, if you are here around this month. The prime highlights of Thiksey Monastery are:
- Maitreya Buddha Statue (15m tall)
- Assembly Hall
- Temples (Tara, Lamokhang)
Today, you travel to the beautiful Nubra Valley traversing the Silk Route via Khardung La. Relish the amazing ride over the world’s highest motorable road (18,380 ft.) and adore the sceneries. Upon reaching Nubri, take a rest in a hotel. Later, explore the Valley and admire the arid mountains in the surroundings. If time permits tour around the Maitreya Buddha Statue (32 m tall) and the Valley’s oldest and largest Diskit Monastery. Enjoy the sunset walk. Stay Overnight.
After breakfast, head to Nubra Valley’s remote Hunder Dok Village. In the vicinity, witness the Sea-buckthorn forest that has great medicinal values. The greenery and landscapes attract several tourists. You can also enjoy Bactrian Camel Rides over dunes. Also, visit one of the oldest Hunder Gompa. Homestays or basic guesthouses are the means of accommodation here. Stay Overnight.
The excursion to Hunder village ends and the return to Leh. Take a much-needed rest and in the evening stroll nearby places or interact with locals. Stay Overnight.
Today is a free exploring day in Leh. After breakfast, visit the attractive Leh Palace. Next, head to Shanti Stupa whose peaceful and pleasant atmosphere mesmerizes everyone. Later explore the Leh market. Stay Overnight.
In the morning after breakfast, drive to Korzok/Karzok village which is at an elevation of 4,549 m. It is considered as the highest permanent settlement in India. This is a Buddhist village and houses several monasteries. Korzok Monastery is a beautiful attraction and a popular Buddhist pilgrimage site that is also home to 70 monks. Nomad camps at different places were also major attractions where they looked after their sheep. From sheep’s wool, the famous Pashmina is produced. This monastery also holds the Korzok Gustor festival in the month of Aug/Jul which lasts for two days. Several homestays are the means of accommodation. Stay Overnight.
An amazing ride commences after breakfast to explore the mesmerizing Tsomoriri Lake. Traverse through Chumathang Hot Spring and reach Lake Moriri at an elevation of 4,522 m. The avifauna, mammals, vegetation, and the lake itself in the vicinity are major attractions. Explore around the lake and meet with nomads. Interact with them and learn new insights relating to their lifestyle. Stay overnight.
Drive back to Leh after having breakfast. Just adore the scenery and traverse Puga Sulphur Mine and enchanting Tsokar Lake. Upon reaching Leh, check into the hotel. Stay Overnight.
The 9 days Leh Overland tour came to an end. After breakfast, depart from Leh enjoying in a comfortable private vehicle.
Why book with us?
Outdoor Himalayan Treks, Founded by professionals with long experience in adventure and community-based tourism, the company is dedicated to delivering high-quality service to its clients.Experiences since 2004, 50% Repeated customers, Awarded on TripAdvisor
What's included
- All guided experiences and planned sightseeing experiences.
- Professional local Ladakhi guides.
- All overland transport by Innova (Nubra, Tso Moriri).
- All accommodations on a twin-sharing basis.
- All meals breakfast lunch and dinner, packed lunch on hiking and traveling days.
- Airport transfers.
- All inland passes, & permits.
What's not included
- Personal expenses e.g. laundry, extras, etc.
- Sightseeing and travel expenses outside the itinerary.
- F&.B expenses over and above the full board or B&B basis
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
- International & Domestic flights
- Tips for guides and staff (approximately 5% of the Trip cost)
CANCELLATION
- Free cancellation up to 60 days prior departure
- 30% of the total cost of the trip will be charged if cancelled between 60 to 30 days prior to departure date
- 60% of total cost of the trip will be charged if cancelled in between 30 to 14 days prior to departure date.
- No refund will be provided if cancelled within 14 days prior of departure date.
- No refunded will be provided if the guest will not show up.
- Regrettably, in case where the trek/tour can not be completed due to customer's own problem or sickness or unfavourable weather there will be no refund.
- If the trekking/tour is extended more than given itinerary extra charge will be applied accordingly
- If the agreed trip can not be organised due to bad weather or any unforeseen events, similar trip will be organised (in the mutual understanding with the travellers)