Leh Ladakh

Leh Ladakh

Nature’s Bliss Leh & Ladakh Tour Packages

Ladakh, is a beautiful suburban region that needs no introduction. Located in the region of the majestic Himalayas and the Karakoram ranges, is more than a Paradise for gypsies who want to travel in the mountains. The cultural diversity and the nestled realm of nature's beauty are convergent in Leh and Ladakh. An admiration of the scenic landscapes snow kept mountains pristine lakes gargling rivers and roads passing by the mountains and Rocky waves are more of a dream come true when we talk about Leh Ladakh. You can surely experience luxury adventure culture, spiritual well-being, and much more in a single place. Spending quality time for maybe some days in the compact villages of Leh and Ladakh will captivate your site and give you an enchanting experience for a lifetime that you will release forever. 

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13 Highly Recommended Places To Visit in Leh & Ladakh

Here are some of the popular places to visit in Leh-Ladakh while you’re traveling there:-

1. Pangong Tso

If you are in Leh Ladakh you can't go missing on Pangong Tso Lake which is elevated at 4,350 m making it the highest elevated saltwater lake spanning from India to Tibet, and covered in Lush green wildlife and pristine water. Moreover, you can take a watchful experience of spectacular mountains and a tranquil adventure of beautiful sunsets. 

2. Magnetic Hill

Magnetic Hill is one of the most adorned Leh and Ladakh tour destinations encompassed by the Sindhu River and the great ranges of the Himalayas. The most interesting point here is people feel an optical illusion against a vehicle that is barked in a neutral gear at a spot that feels like moving at a 20 to 30 mph speed. The law of gravitation fails here to defy the Cyclops Hill which is a wonder for people across the world. 

3. Spituk Gompa

is an ancient Buddhist monastery that was built in the 11th century belonging to the yellow sect of the Buddhist population which has numerous religious and spiritual artifacts defining their connection to Hinduism. This is the reason why inside this monastery you will see a statue of the goddess Kali addicted to unveiled at the time of the Spituk festival which is celebrated once a year. 

4. Shanti Stupa

Located in Chanspa, atop hills in Leh, if you are a seeker of spiritual energy then this place is a must-visit for you. The white dome of the Shanti stupa is believed to have been erected somewhere around the 1990s by Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura one of the Japanese Buddhists who came to find peace and sanctity. The 14th Dalai Lama is constrained here; the relics of the great Buddha are also kept intact. 

5. Khardung La Pass

Khardung La Pass is considered one of the most convenient motor-able passes in the world that is elevated at an altitude of 5359 m ASL making it the gateway of Shyok and Nubra valleys. In another major backdrop of this place, this pass has accessibility to Siachen glacier, one of the highest battlefields across the globe. If you are on a trip to Leh and Ladakh you must take a sightseeing across the Khardung La pass routing from Leh to Kashgar in Central Asia. 

6. Thiksey Monastery

This is the largest monastery of Central Ladakh, that converges in the Indus Valley and has a connection with the Gelug sect of Buddhists who came from Tibet. There's a huge statue of Maitreya Buddha (the tallest and largest statue in Ladakh), stupas, relics of Goddess Tara temple, and much more than you can think of as a spiritual place. 

7. Hemis National Park

This national park is one of the most visited and adorned spots of Leh and Ladakh, it spectacularly indulges in a wildlife sanctuary which makes it one of the largest conservation parks in India. You can take a watchful experience of several species such as snow leopards, Tibetan wolves, brown bears, red foxes, ibex, and more than 75 species of beautiful birds, 17+ mammal species, and so on. You can also experience camping and wildlife photography, hopping on a safari, and trekking around this region. 

8. Leh Palace

Watch the Namgyal Tsemo Monastery, Stok Kangri Peak, and other tourist spots from the top of Leh palace, which is registered for archeological survey of India, and dates back to somewhere around the 17th century. 

9. Drass Valley

It's one of the coldest ladakhi settlements that is called ‘the gateway to Ladakh’ that stretches to Srinagar-Kargil Highway. The site shows the importance of history that dates back to the Kargil war of India and Pakistan in 1999, that reminds the bravery of our heroes from Kargil war. You can visit the Drass war memorial that has a historical backdrop to watch over and over again. 

10. Zanskar Valley

Zanskar Valley is one of the most stunning landscape sites of India that you'll ever witness around the Himalayan ranges. Passing by the suburbs of Jammu and Kashmir, Zanskar is covered in the snow capped mountains, gleaming gorges, monasteries, and the rugged terrains. You can get indulged in the trekking trails of Chadar Trek, or imbibe in the cultural small villages to learn more of the Ladakhi tradition. 

11. Tso Moriri Lake

Located in the Changthang region of Ladakh, you can find one of the relishing and breathtaking views from here. Elevated at an altitude of 4595 metres and covered in the natural paradigm, this Lake has been an abode to beautiful and vibrant coloured birds, migratory/ immigrant birds, and stunning sunset sunrise that you can witness straight from your campsite. 

13. Nubra Valley

Located at the height of 3000 m above sea level, Nubra Valley is called Orchard of Ladakh that adds beauty to the springs. Nubra Valley in other terms is called a valley of flowers due to abundance of flora and fauna across Nubra and Shyok rivers passing by the suburbs. Nubra Valley must visits are- Khardung La pass, Diskit monastery,  Samstangling Gompas, Panamik hot springs, Hunder sand dunes, and a lot more in Nubra. 

14. Zoji La Pass

In order to explore the famous places of Leh and Ladakh, Zoji La Pass connects with another breakthrough route to Kashmir, where you can explore the snow-laden mountains, lush terrains, and much more. 

10 Things to do in Leh & Ladakh

Confused, what to do in Leh & Ladakh? Not anymore! We’ve enlisted some of the most exciting suggestions for you, about what are the activities to do in Leh-Ladakh:-

1. Chadar Trekking across the frozen Zanskar river at -30 degrees Celsius. 

2. Go for an adventurous biking ride starting from Manali to Rohtang Pass Leh Valley, crossing the Indus River, Khardung La Pass, Pangong Lake and Tso Moriri Lake, and so on. 

3. Water Rafting in the Indus River 

4. Camel Safari on double-humped Bactrian camels in Ldakh across Hunder to Diskit via Nubra Valley, Nubra, and Shyok rivers. 

5. Skiing in the mountains in Ladakh that passes by Khardung La Pass, Drass, and Pensi La Pass with the spectacular view of Drang-Drung Glacier.

6. Visiting Shanti Stupa to witness the spellbinding sunset from the top of Chanspa Hill, it’s famous for its ethereal and transcendental spiritual importance. 

7. Magnetic Hill exploration is a marvel in itself that’s housed on the Leh-Kargil-Baltic National Highway that defies the rules of gravity and lets the vehicle ascend without any controls. 

8. Camping in Ladakh and its suburbs like Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri next to gurgling lakes and under the star-lit skies.

9. Pangong Lake Exploration ensures you delve deep into nature’s backdrop, which is located at an altitude of 4350 m stretching to the Indo-China Border. 

10. Local Market Exploration Set your time to rich cultural and vibrant traditional vibes with the souvenir crafted in Ladakh like Tibetan handicrafts, artifacts carpets, textiles, spices, jewelry, rugs (handwoven), in Moti Market, and so on. 

What is the Best Time to Visit Leh & Ladakh

Leh & Ladakh is known for its drastic climate that most of the times people couldn’t handle. Here are the seasons when you can travel to Leh & Ladakh with convenience:-

June to September - Most of the travelers to Leh & Ladakh find these months of the year perfect for visiting there. The summer (temperature remains somewhere between 20 - 30 degrees Celsius) will allow you to roam across the famous tourist destinations across Leh-Ladakh. You can explore the sites including Shey, Thiksey, Likir, and Stongdey monasteries, and Magnetic Hills. The summers celebrate the regional festival of Leh- Yuru Kabgyat and Hemis which you’ll love to attend in this lifetime.  

September to February - This season is the most drastic of all times, as the temperature of Leh-Ladakh drops below 0 degrees Celsius, sometimes as down as -10 to -15 degrees Celsius. You can enjoy beautiful weather filled with snow everywhere, and you can also enjoy a trekking trail to Chadar Treks. Apart from this, Spituk Gustor and Stok Monastery are other festivity majors that you can attend in Leh to experience the vibrance of India’s diversity. 

July and August - The breezy air, rains, and cool weather in Leh will make an ideal chance to explore it and take part in Indus and Zanskar Rivers white water rafting, Kang Yatse, and Markha Valley Treks for trailing across the mountains. 

How to Reach Leh & Ladakh

There are many ways to reach Leh & Ladakh, here it’s mentioned for your convenience:-

By Air:

You can reach Leh by flight, the domestic airport that serves this region is  Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (India’s highest commercial airport). The major airlines that work here are Jet Airways, Air India, GoAir, etc that connect with India’s mainstream cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Srinagar, Jammu, Kolkata, and so on. 

By Railways:

Jammu Tawi (nearly 709 km far from Leh railhead) is the nearest railway station to Leh that connects the major cities of India including Chandigarh, Kolkata, and Delhi. Other railway option to Leh are Pathankot railway station and Chandigarh railway station from where you can book a car or local bus to Leh (15-17 hours). 

By Roadways:

There are two options to reach Leh via roadways- Manali-Leh Highway (473 km, 19 hours with an overnight halt, opens from the 15th of June to the 15th of October mainly) and Srinagar-Leh Highway (434 km, 17 hours with an overnight halt, opens from July to November). You can reach Leh by state buses such as Himachal Pradesh (HRTC), and Jammu and Kashmir (SRTC), which run regularly. 

By bike:

The most adorned biking route to Leh is the Manali-Leh Highway (490 km) which passes across famous mountain passes like Lachung La, Tanglang La, Baralacha La, and Rohtang Pass. The second route for bikers is the Srinagar-Leh Highway (434 km), which lets you delve into the popular Drass War Memorial, Zoji La Pass and the Lamayuru Monastery

By personal car:

As same as the bike routes, Srinagar-Leh Highway (across Alchi, Zoji La Pass, and Kargil) and the Manali-Leh Highway (Rohtang Pass) routes are known for car driver’s route to Leh. 

Famous Food to Try in Leh & Ladakh 

If you crave for something Ladakhi from a wide range of their regional cuisines, here are the top tastes of the town:-

1. Thukpa
2. Tsampa
3. Cholak
4. Chhurpi
5. Tingmo
6. Butter Tea or Tsaza
7. Mokthuk
8. Chhang
9. Skieu
10. Apricot Jam 
11. Khambi
12. Thenthuk
13. Chhutagi 

Things to Remember While Travelling to Leh & Ladakh

Do keep these things in mind while you’re travelling to Leh & Ladakh:

1. Keep the inner line permit ready- Especially when you are visiting Nubra Valley, Changthang, Dha-Hanu, Pangong Tso, etc. The permits can be taken by the local authorities of Ladakh.  

2. Acclimatization- It should be the priority that you keep your good health intact, for which you can get immund with the weather. Once, you are able to easily breathe in the air of high altitude, you’ll be immune to sickness. 

3. Pack up your bags wisely- You must keep all the necessary items like, woolen clothes, warmers, sunglasses, sunscreens/moisturizers, power banks, chargers, medications, cash, and bags in small sizes to keep in different pockets, first aid kit, toiletries, torch, water bottles, and so on. The most important among these are your valid ID proofs and permit certificates. 

4. Go for a seamless mobile network- Be prepared with offline alternatives for network coverage, because internet connection may fail you in emergencies. However, the BSNL postpaid mobile network is mostly used here, but it may go weak sometimes.