This 8-day Leh–Kargil–Zanskar expedition takes you from Ladakh’s monasteries and Sham Valley wonders to the surreal landscapes of Kargil and the hidden kingdom of Zanskar. Drive past the majestic Nun–Kun peaks, Rangdum Monastery, and the mighty Drang Drung Glacier to reach Padum. Trek to the cliffside Phuktal Monastery, explore Karsha, Stongdey, Zangla & Sani, and return via remote Lingshed and Singge La. A perfect blend of adventure, spirituality, and raw Himalayan beauty.
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation in Leh as per itinerary (hotel/guesthouse on twin sharing basis with breakfast).
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Accommodation during the trek in alpine tents (twin sharing) at designated campsites.
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Sightseeing in Leh & Indus Valley as mentioned in the itinerary with transport and entry fees.
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Meals: All meals on trek (breakfast, lunch, evening tea, dinner) – hygienically cooked vegetarian & non-vegetarian options.
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Camping equipment: Dome tents, mattresses, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent.
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Transport: All transfers, sightseeing, and trek pick-up/drop in Ladakh by non-disposal vehicle (as per itinerary). Airport pick up & drop included.
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Support staff: Experienced trekking guide, cook, kitchen helpers, and porters/pony/mules for baggage & equipment.
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Permits & fees: Inner Line Permits, camping fees, wildlife/environment fees.
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Safety gear: First aid kit, oxygen cylinder, oximeter.
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Mules/Porters to carry camping gear and group luggage (usually 10–12 kg personal luggage allowed per trekker).
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Monastery/Monument entry fees as per itinerary.
What is NOT included in the tour
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Airfare to/from Leh.
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Meals in Leh (lunch & dinner not included unless specified).
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Personal clothing & equipment: Trekking shoes, walking sticks, jackets, gloves, etc.
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Sleeping bag (not included by default; can be arranged on request at extra charge).
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Travel insurance, evacuation costs, medical expenses.
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Additional hotel stays before/after the trek not mentioned in itinerary.
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Tips/Gratuities for guide, cook, porters, drivers.
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Extra charges for horses/porters in case of landslides, roadblocks, or personal baggage over the limit.
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Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances (flight cancellations, landslides, roadblocks, weather conditions, political disturbances).
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Anything not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions.”
Day : 01
Route: Airport – Leh (By Air) 5–7 KMs
Place Covered: Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 5–6 km (30 minutes approx)
Arrival at Leh Airport, meet & greet, transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free for acclimatization. Late afternoon visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Overnight stay at Leh.
Day : 02
Route: Leh Monastery Tour
Place Covered: Shey Palace – Sindhu Ghat – Druk Padma Karpo (3 Idiots School) – Thiksey Monastery – Hemis Monastery
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 70–80 km (5–6 hrs incl. sightseeing)
Road Condition: Excellent
Full-day monastery circuit around Leh. Explore Shey Palace, visit the spiritual Sindhu Ghat, then the iconic 3 Idiots School (Druk Padma Karpo Institute). Later visit Thiksey Monastery (Ladakh’s “Mini Potala”) and Hemis Monastery, one of the largest in Ladakh. Return to Leh for overnight stay.
Day : 03
Route: Leh – Kargil
Place Covered: Hall of Fame – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – Magnetic Hill – Sangam – Lamayuru Monastery – Mulbekh – Kargil
Night Stay: Kargil, Hotel | Altitude: 8,780 ft (2,676 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 220 km (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Good blacktop, some winding stretches.
After breakfast, drive to Kargil. En route visit Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Sangam (Indus & Zanskar confluence), and Lamayuru Monastery (Moonland of Ladakh). Later stop at Mulbekh Chamba before reaching Kargil. Overnight stay in Kargil.
Day : 04
Route: Kargil – Rangdum – Padum (Zanskar)
Place Covered: Suru Valley – Panikhar – Rangdum – Penzi La Pass – Drang Drung Glacier – Padum
Night Stay: Padum, Hotel/Camp | Altitude: 12,037 ft (3,669 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 230 km (8–9 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Rough and bumpy after Rangdum.
Scenic drive through Suru Valley with views of Nun-Kun peaks. Cross Rangdum Monastery, continue via Pensi La (14,435 ft) and witness the stunning Drang Drung Glacier before descending into Zanskar’s capital, Padum. Overnight stay at Padum.
Day : 05
Route: Padum – Purne – Phuktal – Padum
Place Covered: Padum – Ichar – Purne – Trek to Phuktal Monastery – return to Padum
Night Stay: Padum, Hotel/Camp | Altitude: 12,037 ft (3,669 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 120 km drive + 6 km trek (full-day excursion)
Road Condition: Narrow mountain road, trekking trail moderate.
Drive to Purne, then trek to the spectacular Phuktal Monastery, built into a cliffside cave along the Lungnak River. After exploration, trek back to Purne and return to Padum. Overnight stay in Padum.
Day : 06
Route: Sightseeing around Padum
Place Covered: Karsha Monastery – Stongdey Monastery – Zangla Fort – Sani Monastery
Night Stay: Padum, Hotel/Camp | Altitude: 12,037 ft (3,669 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 70–80 km round trip (5–6 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mix of good and rough tracks.
Explore Zanskar Valley’s cultural gems: Karsha Monastery (largest in Zanskar), Stongdey Monastery with panoramic valley views, the historic Zangla Palace/Fort, and Sani Monastery (linked to Guru Padmasambhava). Overnight stay in Padum.
Day : 07
Route: Padum – Lingshed – Leh
Place Covered: Padum – Lingshed – Singge La – Leh
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 300 km (9–10 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Adventurous, rough patches near Singge La.
After early breakfast, drive from Padum via Lingshed village and cross Singge La Pass (16,600 ft), one of Ladakh’s highest. A long but rewarding journey back to Leh with incredible views of remote Zanskar. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day : 08
Route: Leh – Airport (Departure)
Transfer to Leh Airport after breakfast for onward flight.
—— Tour Concludes ——
Return with unforgettable memories of Leh, Kargil & Zanskar, from monasteries and glaciers to hidden valleys and cliffside monasteries.
