Leh Ladakh Tour Packages

TOURISM IN LEH LADAKH

Popularly known as the world?s coldest desert, this breath-taking land of Leh Ladakh welcomes travelers to an unusual and awe-inspiring world. Come here to meet the super friendly locals, to feel the mysticism in the air, to taste the delicious Ladakhi cuisine, to see the mesmerizing glaciers and sand dunes, to indulge in adventurous activities and to pay tribute to the intriguing monasteries. Choose from a range of Leh Ladakh tour packages and curate your holiday in your own style. Whether you are a solo traveler, a honeymoon couple or travelling with family and friends, be rest assured as Ladakh tourism has something special for each and every one!

LEH LADAKH TRIP GUIDE

Nestled in the Trans-Himalayan region, Leh Ladakh is a treasure trove of immense natural beauty. It attracts millions of adventure enthusiasts from all over the world and is known to cast a spell on all its visitors. The tourism here has evolved over the years and offers a unique experience to tourists looking to retrieve their internal soul. However, it is very important to get acclimatized to the climate to enjoy your holiday thoroughly. The capital city of Leh is situated at approximately 3500 meters above sea level and it is a great place to catch a glimpse of the rich Tibetan culture and traditions.

BEST TIME TO VISIT LEH LADAKH

Keen to know what is the best time to visit Leh Ladakh? Well, this quaint place is a dream holiday destinations of almost every traveler and the best time to visit this dreamland is certainly from April to June when the climate is pleasant, enjoyable and satisfying. With clear blue skies, mild temperatures and impressive views Ladakh appears to be active and full of life. July and August mark the beginning of the monsoon season and the entire region gets blocked due to regular landslides and cloud bursts. The months of September and October are also a good time to visit the region as the weather is perfect with almost no rainfall and a pleasantly wonderful chill. It is a great time to enjoy adventurous activities like trekking and mountain biking. Winters hit the region in the month of November and lasts till about March. The whole area is covered with snow and gets literally disconnected from the rest of India. Having that said, Ladakh has a unique and incomparable charm and no matter when you visit it you are bound to fall in love with it!

HOW TO REACH LEH LADAKH

Popularly known as the adventure capital of India, Ladakh is easily accessible by air, road and train.

Air- Air is perhaps the easiest way to travel to Ladakh. Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh is the primary airport of the region. This airport is very well connected with major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Srinagar. Since it is a military air terminal the security check and measures are very firm and strict. From the airport local cabs can be hired to reach the desired location.

Road- The best and probably the most exciting way to reach Ladakh is definitely through a road trip. There are two prominent routes to reach Ladakh- the first one is the Srinagar-Leh Highway which covers a distance of approximately 434 kilometers and the second one is the Manali-Leh Highway which covers a distance of roughly 490 kilometers. The Himachal Pradesh Tourism(HRTC) and the Jammu and Kashmir State Tourism(SRTC) also run daily deluxe and ordinary bus services between Manali-Leh and Srinagar-Leh.

Train- In case you are planning to visit Ladakh by train the nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi which is roughly about 700 kilometers from Ladakh. This railway station is connected with chief cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Chandigarh and Mumbai. From the station tourists can take a cab or a bus to Ladakh.

LEH LADAKH FROM DELHI

Up for the most exciting trip of your life? Well, Leh Ladakh from Delhi is too much fun with exhilarating high altitude passes, dazzling glacial lakes and lofty mountains dressed in white snow. From Delhi there are quite a few options to reach Ladakh depending on the time available and the preferred mode of transportation.

Air- Air is by far the most convenient, well-organized and the fastest modes of transport to reach Ladakh. There are more than a few flights that fly from Delhi to reach Ladakh. The aerial distance amid Delhi and Ladakh is roughly about 613 kilometers and the flight takes about one and a half hours to reach Ladakh.

Road- Road trips are always thrilling, but when it is a road trip from Delhi to Leh it is full of adventure, excitement and fun! There are two main routes that can be taken from Delhi- the Manali route and the Srinagar route. The highway distance between Delhi and Ladakh is approximately around 1005 kilometers if the Delhi-Manali-Leh route is taken. Alternatively, Delhi to Ladakh tour via Srinagar is around 1230 kilometers. Although, the Srinagar route is a little longer but it is advisable as it lets tourists acclimatize with slow and gradual increase in altitude unlike the route via Manali. That being said, it is sensible and wise to take multiple stays during the journey irrespective of the route you choose. The total travel time is approximately 24 hours depending on the number of stops and halts one takes en route.

LEH LADAKH FROM MUMBAI

A trip to Ladakh from Mumbai is rather adventurous and exploratory in itself because of the distance, alteration in locations and transition in climate. There are several ways to reach Ladakh from Mumbai. Let?s have a look at all the options.

Air- The Leh Airport or the Kushok Bakukla Rimpochee Airport is very well connected with the chief cities like Delhi and Chandigarh. Although there is no direct flight from Mumbai to Leh, but there are a number of connecting flights from Delhi.

Train- The nearest railway station to Leh is the Jammu Tawi station which is more or less around 700 kilometers from Leh. There are no direct trains from Mumbai.

Road- The distance between Mumbai and Leh is approximately 2418 kilometers via NH 48. Although it takes roughly about 3-4 days to cover the distance but it is totally worth it!

LEH LADAKH FROM CHENNAI

Ladakh is always fun whether it is a solo trip or a holiday with friends or family. Tourists can choose from a wide range of Leh Ladakh packages and customize their holiday package according to their needs. Ladakh can be reached by road, train and flight depending on the time one has.

Air- There are no direct flights available from Chennai to Leh. The most simple and trouble-free way to reach Leh from Chennai is to take a flight from Chennai to New Delhi and a further flight from New Delhi to Leh. The distance between Chennai to Leh by flight is roughly about 2358 kilometers.

Train- Again, there are no direct trains available from Chennai to Leh. Tourists can catch a train from Chennai to Jammu and then hire a car to reach Leh.

Road- The road distance from Chennai to Leh is approximately 3423 kilometers. It would take about 4-6 days to reach Leh from Chennai.

LEH LADAKH FROM HYDERABAD

Leh Ladakh tour packages give tourists a chance to explore the beautiful region of Ladakh. Here are the best options to reach Leh Ladakh from Hyderabad.

Air- The aerial distance between Hyderabad and Leh is 1861 kilometers. There are no direct flights from Hyderabad to Leh. The best option is to take a flight from Hyderabad to New Delhi and a further flight from New Delhi to Leh.

Train- There are no direct trains available from Hyderabad to Leh. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, approximately 700 kilometers from Ladakh which is well connected with Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

Road- The road distance between Hyderabad and Leh is 2779 kilometers approximately. It would take about 3-5 days to reach Leh from Hyderabad.

LEH LADAKH FROM PUNE

The awe-inspiring land of Leh Ladakh can be best experienced with our Leh Ladakh tour packages. Here are the best ways to reach Leh from Pune.

Air- The aerial distance between Pune and Leh is approximately 1774 kilometers. There are no direct flights from Pune to Leh.

Train- There are no direct trains from Pune to Leh.

Road- The road distance between Pune and Leh is about 2736 kilometers. It should take about 3 days to reach Leh from Pune.

LEH LADAKH FROM KOLKATA

If you are planning to visit Leh from Kolkata, here are the best options for your travel.

Air- The aerial distance between Kolkata and Leh is about 1661 kilometers. Since there are no direct flights from Kolkata to Leh, the most convenient way to reach Leh is to take a flight to New Delhi and then take a further flight from New Delhi to Leh.

Train- Again, there are no direct trains from Kolkata to Leh. So, it is better to take a train to Delhi and then either take a flight or drive to Leh depending upon the time you have.

Road- The road distance between Kolkata and Leh is approximately 2703 kilometers. It should take around 3 days to reach Leh from Kolkata.

LEH LADAKH FROM BANGLORE

Getting to Leh from Bangalore is no big deal. Here are some of the most appropriate options.

Air- The in-flight distance between Bangalore and Leh is around 2352 kilometers. There are no non-stop flights from Bangalore to Leh but, almost all major airlines offer services from Bangalore to Leh via New Delhi.

Train- There are no direct trains from Bangalore to Leh.

Road- The road distance between Bangalore and Leh is around 3350 kilometers. It should take approximately 5-6 days to reach Leh from Bangalore.

PLACES TO VISIT IN LADAKH

Ladakh is a mesmerizing place that simply cannot be expressed in words. From stunning landscapes to Buddhist monasteries and gompas, from soaring passes to the rich yet simple Tibetan culture, from daring adventurous activities to experiencing pure heavenly bliss, this place has it all! Want to know about the best places to visit in Ladakh? Hop on!

Pangong Tso Lake- All of us remember the gorgeous and beautiful lake from the last scene of the movie ?Three Idiots?, don?t we? Well, that very lake is Pangong Tso, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ladakh. Located at an elevation of about 4350 meters, this lake is renowned for changing colors from sapphire blue to light blue to sea green and sometimes grey too. Surrounded by striking high peaks, this lake is 12 kilometers long and boasts of having brackish or salty water which attracts millions of migratory birds every year. The isolated beauty, the silence and the tranquility of this lake will leave you craving for more!

Nubra- Nestled in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Nubra is the most attractive region in Ladakh. It is actually a high altitude cold desert famous for Bactrian camel rides, Hunder Sand Dunes, Diskit Monastery and Turtuk and Panamik villages. It is also a gateway to the Siachen base camp, the highest battlefield in the world. With picturesque landscapes, eye-catching apple orchards, lively monasteries and majestic beauty Nubra will surely impress you to an extent that you would want to come back here again and again!

Tso Moriri- How about visiting a place that is jaw-droppingly beautiful and unbelievably peaceful? No, it is not a dream, it is Tso Moriri! Boasts of being the largest high altitude lake in India, Tso Moriri is a pristine lake with spectacular views. Measuring about 28 kilometers in length and roughly about 100 feet in depth, this lake is an affirmed Ramsar sight where one can spot various birds such as seagulls, bare-headed goose and the Brahmin duck. This lake is certainly a beauty to behold as it provides a comforting and a soothing experience one can never forget.

Turtuk- Turtuk is a quaint charming village located in Nubra Valley in Ladakh. It is one of the northernmost villages in India situated a few kilometers from the Line of Control between India and Pakistan. It has a rich culture which is quite different from the Ladakhi culture. Most inhabitants here speak the Balti language and it is a great place to learn about the several local dialects. With wonderful scenic views and breath taking landscapes this village is also known for its apricot trees. If you are looking for picture perfect views and a place to unwind, do not miss to include Turtuk in your list of places to visit in Ladakh.

Lamayuru- Commonly popular as the ?Moonland of Ladakh?, Lamayuru is a small, picturesque village located midway between Kargil and Leh. This recognition is due to its moonlike landscapes that are carved in the mountains. Legends believe that this place was once a lake that dried up and the protuberances looked like the surface of the moon. The village looks stunning on full moon nights and it is a sight to behold. Lamayuru Monastery is the key attraction of the village and it is one of the most captivating places to visit in Ladakh. Get ready to be surprised by the mysterious energy and exquisiteness of this village and create memories for a lifetime.

Hemis- Hemis is a small village in Ladakh famous for the great Hemis Monastery, vibrant Hemis festival and the stimulating Hemis National Park. The Hemis Monastery is apparently one of the wealthiest monasteries in India and possesses a magnificent copper figure of Lord Buddha along with stupas made of gold and silver. The Hemis National Park is the highest park and is home to some rare animals such as snow leopards, Tibetan wolf, red foxes and Himalayan marmots. With so much to do and see, Hemis village is certainly worth a visit.

Alchi- Nestled on the banks of the river Indus, Alchi is a quaint little village with a strong influence of Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. This village is well-known for housing one of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh, the Alchi Monastery. Administered by the monks of Likir, this monastery is a Buddhist worshiping place, a learning centre and one of the most precious possessions of Ladakh. Apart from monasteries there are quite a few temples such as the Sumtsek Temple, Lo Tsawa Temple, Kangyur Temple and the Manjushree Temple. This simple yet appealing village of Alchi is an opportunity one should not miss.

Dha-Hanu- Nestled approximately about 165 kilometers from Leh, Dha and Hanu are small beautiful villages that are home to the Drokpa community of Ladakh. The villages are popularly known as the ?Land of the Aryans? as it is believed that the Drokpas are the descendants of the army of Alexander the Great. With charming locations, lush green landscapes, beautiful apricot and apple trees and sweet friendly locals, Dha and Hanu are a major tourist attraction and a hub for passionate photographers and history buffs.