Sojourn To Ladakh
About this tour
The trip revolves around the experience of the Local Ladakhi Artisans, Stay at curated homestays and witnessing diverse cultures and landscapes of Ladakh. Stay in local homestay and experience the true Ladakhi colours. The highlights of the trip include pottery with one of the last potters of Ladakh, Stargazing Session at Phyang and stay at Curated Homestays.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: New Delhi, India
On the first day arrive in Delhi and settle down in the Historical City of Indraprashtha. Now the capital city of India, the city has a history as old as 400BCE. The first day you check-in into a 5 star hotel or equivalent boutique stay at Delhi.
Day 2: New Delhi, India
On the second day, explore the years of heritage of Delhi with a local guide of the region. The city of Delhi has been ruled by several rulers in the past and seen several battles. The British also chose the capital as their base due to its strategic location and rich history. Overnight in a 5 star at Delhi.
Day 3: New Delhi, India to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
You will fly into Leh from New Delhi. Bounded by two of the world’s mightiest mountain ranges, the Himalayas and the Karakoram, Leh lies at an altitude of 3500m. You will be received at the airport by our local storyteller and welcomed with the traditional Ladakhi silk scarf “Khatak”. You will then be transferred to your beautiful homestay where you will be stationed for the next two days. The remainder of the arrival day is for you to relax and acclimatize. Overnight at Thiksey Homestay.
Day 4: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh to Thiksey
Your day begins with a visit to the Leh City and a cultural experience on the background of the ancient heritage. Leh has a rich history of trade during silk route times and is located on the bank of Indus river where Indus valley civilization thrived. We will also visit the Shanti Stupa from where you can get a panoramic view of the City of Leh. To relive the time of King Tashi Namgyal we will take a tour of Tsemo Castle currently maintained by ASI (Archaeological Survey of India). Overnight at Thiksey Homestay.
Day 5: Thiksey to Sumoor Nubra, Sumur
Today is the day when we will leave Leh and embark on a journey along the Silk route to Nubra Valley. We will be crossing 17,582 ft Khardung La pass – known to be one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Upon reaching the ‘Orchard of Ladakh’, we will pay our tribute to 33m tall statue of Maitreyi Buddha at the Diskit Monastery. We will visit Hunder, one of the major towns of the region and known for the Double humped camel safari and unique sand dunes. The place was a part of the ancient silk route which is also.known as the cold desert. Overnight at Green Valley Homestay.
Day 6: Sumoor Nubra, Sumur
Explore the Col Chewang Rinchen MVC Museum at Sumoor and visit the Siachen base camp. Col. Chewang Rinchen was responsible for capturing Turtuk for India. Towards the evening visit the Samstaling Monastery and sit in the enchanting prayer of the monastery. Samstaling monastery is also a major monastery of the region and has preserved hits old practice over the years. In the evening, spend time with the family and hear stories of Lundup the architect of the homestay. Overnight at Green Valley Homestay.
Day 7: Sumoor Nubra, Sumur to Cho House, Teri
Post breakfast, you will travel to Teri Village which is located in Rong Valley, Changthang region. It will take you 6 hours to reach the village from Sumoor. In the evening, enjoy the astonishing landscape in Rong around homestay along with tailored experiences with the family. Immerse in cooking traditional cuisine with host and exchange the local lores of the village, Buddhism, wildlife and personal stories. Overnight at house of rulers of Ladakh – Teri Cho Ecostay. In the olden times the Cho’s used to rule Ladakh
Day 8: Cho House, Tirido to Fiang
Post breakfast, take a trip along the Indus river back towards Leh. The valley is known for its wildlife and if lucky, you will be able to spot highly elusive Eurasian lynx, Blue sheep, Himalayan wolves and so on. The journey to Leh and further to Phyang will be around 3 hours journey from village Teri. Once you reach Phyang, get stelled into cozy homestay with a view of the Monastery from the room. Experience the stargazing session at Cosmohub during the night with a guided monastery visit.
Day 9: Fiang
Today, we will start our day by visiting 1000-years old Alchi Monastery. Visiting the monastery, post which we will take a little detour to the Likir village where we will experience the pottery session with the last potter family of Ladakh In the afternoon, plan your lunch at the Alchi Kitchen to experience award winning Ladakhi Cuisine (As per actuals). In the evening, we will visit Leh market and pick up souvenirs, including Pashmina and other local handicrafts. Last night stay at Phyang Homestay.
Day 10: Fiang to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
It’s time to say farewell to the mighty Himalayas and make our way back to the airport to catch an early morning flight to Delhi. You will be picked up from the homestay at Phyang and dropped to the Leh airport by our team member. Wish you safe travels!
What's included
Accommodations Delhi – Clariadge’s or Equivalent Leh – Homestay at Thiksey and Phyang Nubra – Green Valley, Sumoor Teri – Ecostay at Teri Inclusions Accommodation ( One room on MAP meal plan (Breakfast & Dinner ) Transportation (Exclusive SUV) All Permits Team Leader on first and second day Cooking Experience at Teri Pottery at Likir Village Star-gazing Session at Cosmo hub Guided monastery visit at Phyang
Flights to and from Delhi (We can assist in this and will be charged as per actuals)
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
New Delhi, India