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Ladakh is a region located in the northernmost part of India, surrounded by the Himalayas and the Karakoram mountain ranges. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and unique Buddhist traditions. A backpacking trip to Ladakh can be an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking adventure and cultural immersion.
The best time to visit Ladakh is from May to September when the weather is pleasant and the roads are open. During this time, visitors can explore the breathtaking landscapes, including high-altitude deserts, turquoise lakes, and snow-capped peaks. Popular destinations include the Pangong Tso Lake, Nubra Valley, Leh Palace, and Hemis National Park.
Travelers can experience the local culture by visiting monasteries and interacting with the friendly Ladakhi people. The region has a vibrant and colorful festival culture, with events such as the Hemis Festival and the Ladakh Festival taking place during the summer months.
Accommodation options in Ladakh range from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious hotels, but backpackers can also opt for homestays for a more authentic cultural experience. The region has a diverse culinary scene, with traditional Ladakhi dishes such as thukpa, momos, and butter tea being popular among locals and tourists alike.
Overall, a backpacking trip to Ladakh can offer a unique and unforgettable experience for those seeking adventure, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.
• We depart from Delhi around 6 PM in an AC Vehicle.
• Pit stop for dinner at any decent roadside restaurant.
Note : Pickup point will be Majnu ka tila (tentative)
• Check in to the hotel, freshen up & have breakfast.
• A short brief for the next day to start our trip further
• We have kept this day for acclimatization purposes.
Later head-out for self-exploration of Manali - Like Vasishta Temple, Hadimba temple, The Mall road, Jogini Waterfall.
• Come back to the Hotel, Overnight stay at the hotel.
• Call it an early night to rest and prepare for the upcoming adventures.
• Wake up early in the morning, have breakfast and check-out the hotel.
• Later start your much awaited Ladakh trip on the famous Leh Manali highway.
• We’ll cross the Atal Tunnel to enter Lahaul Valley.
• We’ll also cross Darcha, Baralacha Pass for the enormous panoramic views.
• Reach Sarchu by evening.
• Overnight Stay in Sarchu under million stars.
• Wake up, have breakfast and check out of the camps.
• It’s a day of high passes. We’ll need to cross one after the other to reach our destination.
• Initially, we’ll cross the Gata Loops followed by Nakee-La and Lachung-La.
• Reach Pang by afternoon and have lunch in these gorgeous plains..
• Later on, we’ll cross Tanglang La (second highest pass of the world) to reach Leh.
• Evening free for leisure and acclimatization.
• Overnight stay in Leh.
• Wake up and have breakfast at the camps and then check out.
• Head for the beautiful Nubra Valley via Khardungla (Highest motorable road at 5359mt.)
• You will find yourself surrounded between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of Himalayas.
• Check in to the hotel and visit the Sand dunes (Cold desert of India), take a camel safari (Self paid).
• Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
• Wake up and have breakfast at the camps and then check out.
• Head for the beautiful Nubra Valley via Khardungla (Highest motorable road at 5359mt.)
• You will find yourself surrounded between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of Himalayas.
• Check in to the hotel and visit the Sand dunes (Cold desert of India), take a camel safari (Self paid).
• Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
• Wake up to a beautiful sunrise.
• Post breakfast departs for Turtuk, a remote village of about 4,000 residents inhabited by ethnic Muslims, a few kilometres from ‘The Line of Control’ (the de facto border) between India and Pakistan, on the Indian side.
• Turtuk is the penultimate village open to the foreign tourists.
• Spend some time in the pristine landscapes of Turtuk Village before heading back to Nubra.
• Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
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