Routing:
Delhi >> Leh >> Alchi >> Pangong >> Leh >> Delhi
Embark on a spectacular Ladakh trip starting in Leh for acclimatization and heritage, and explore the ancient 11th-century gems of murals at Alchi in the Indus Valley. Conclude with a dramatic ascent over a high pass to witness the surreal, changing colors of Pangong Lake, a truly iconic Himalayan vista.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Leh's lively local market
- Soak in the stunning architecture at Thiksey Monastery
- Visit tranquil Alchi Village in the Indus Valley
- Savor authentic Ladakhi dishes like Timsthuk, Chutagi, and Momos
- Spend a night at Pangong Lake to admire its changing hues and brillant night sky
Upon arrival in Delhi airport, meet with your airport representative and transfer to your hotel.
*Note: Early check-in subject to hotel's availability at point of arrival.
Optional: Half-day Old Delhi Sightseeing Tour (min. 2 persons) - see bottom of itinerary.
Dinner on own and rest. Overnight in Delhi.
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Early breakfast in hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Leh [Recommended flight: Indigo 6E 2583 // 0915hrs-1040hrs].
Transfer to your hotel in Leh upon arrival. At over 3,500m in altitude, Leh, the capital of Ladakh was once a stop on the ancient Silk Road. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to rest and acclimatise yourself to the high altitude. Lunch at own leisure.
In the evening, explore Leh's lively local market lined with stores selling items from handwoven pashmina to Tibetan antiques, as well as cafes servings local teas.
Dinner in hotel and overnight in Leh.
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After breakfast, start with a visit to Leh Palace, a 17th century royal home of the Namgyal kings and now a museum. Next, head to the Shanti Stupa where you can get sweeping views of the Indus Valley, followed by the Shey Monastery, which was once the summer capital of Ladakh.
Lunch on own at a local restaurant, and continue to the Thiksey Monastery, a striking 12-storey complex resembling Tibet's Potala Palace. Return to hotel and evening at leisure.
Dinner in hotel and overnight in Leh.
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Breakfast in hotel and depart for a day excursion to Alchi, a village along the serene banks of the Indus River, known for its traditional mud-brick houses and rustic charm. Enroute visit the Lamayuru Monastery, which was the main contender against the Sakya Monastery for supremacy throughout Tibet back in the 13th century.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch in Alchi Kitchen and savour authentic Ladakhi dishes like Timsthuk, Chutagi and Momos. Afterwards, head to Alchi Monastery which is situated on flat land, unlike other monasteries in the region.
On the way back to Leh, see the awe-inspiring confluence point of the Indus and Zanskar rivers, where emerald green meets muddy brown in a surreal contrast. Also stop by the Magnetic Hill, where vehicles left in neutral gear appear to roll uphill, defying gravity.
Dinner in hotel and overnight in Leh.
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After breakfast, set off for Pangong, a region offering rare access to Ladakh's nomadic culture, starry skies and raw Himalayan wilderness.
Check in to your hotel upon arrival, enjoy lunch and views of Pangong Tso, a high-altitude lake at 13,800 feet where light transforms the water from sapphire to turquiose. Take your time to appreciate the unforgettable contrast to urban life.
In the evening, watch the night sky come alive with millions of stars glittering above the vast lake. With zero light pollution and crisp mountain air, it is one of the best places on earth to witness constellations, shooting stars and the Milky Way.
Dinner in hotel and overnight in Pangong.
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Breakfast in hotel and drive back towards the capital. Along the way, see the Hemis Monastery, Ladakh's largest and wealthiest monastery, and famed for its annual masked dance festival Hemis Tsechu.
Enroute make a lunch stop before continuing back to Leh. Remaining day free at leisure.
Overnight in Leh.
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Check out after breakfast and transfer to Leh airport for your flight back to Delhi, then for your onward flight home.
Optional: Half-day Old Delhi Sightseeing Tour (min. 2 persons) - see below.
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End of itinerary.
Can be arranged on Day 1 or Day 7:
Day 1: Recommended for flights arriving in Delhi before 1000hrs
Day 7: Recommended for flights departing Delhi after 2000hrs
Note: This tour requires a minimum of 2 persons.
Visit:
- Jama Masjid: One of India's largest mosques built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1656.
- Chandni Chowk Rickshaw Ride: Delhi's bustling bazaar, with alleys alive with a kaleidoscope of textiles, sprices jewelry and street food.
- See iconic landmarks: India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan (President House), and the Parliament House.
- Enjoy some free time for shopping at the local markets if time permits.
- Early check-in and late check-out is subject to hotel's availability.
- Itinerary sequence may be altered without prior notice in the event of weather disruption and/or other unforeseen circumstances.
- All prices indicated are valid at point of quotation, and are subject to change based on final travel dates, availability at point of booking, and any other add-ons or customisation to the base package.
- Air and train tickets (where applicable) are subject to availability at point of tour confirmation, which may result in adjustments to the original itinerary.
- Proposed accommodation options are subject to availability based on actual travel dates. In case of non-availability, an alternative accommodation at a similar or superior hotel will be secured. Rate adjustments (if any) will be communicated and applied accordingly.
- In case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local government taxes / fuel hike, etc., tour fares may be revised accordingly.
- Upon acceptance of quotation, we will require a clear copy of each traveller's passport to lock in bookings.
- You are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance prior to travel.
- Please refer to the FAQs section for payment and cancellation terms.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s Covered
- 6 nights' accommodation on twin-sharing basis
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Activities, sightseeing and associated admission fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Ground transportation using air-conditioned vehicle in Delhi, and non-air conditioned vehicle in Ladakh as per itinerary
- Airport transfers on arrival day and departure day as per flight schedules
- English-speaking accompanying guide for Ladakh portion
- 2 x bottled water per person per day
- Currently applicable Government Taxes
What’s Not Covered
- International airfares (Singapore <> Delhi) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Domestic airfares (Delhi <> Leh) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Single supplement applicable for each single room required
- Beverages and any meals not covered in the itinerary
- Any optional add-on activities (i.e. half-day Delhi sightseeing tour)
- Tips or gratuities at guests' own discretion
- Any visa fees and travel insurance (where required)
- Any personal expenses (e.g. laundry, medical expenses, travel insurance, video/camera fees at attractions, etc.)
- Any other services not mentioned in the above inclusions
A: The best time to visit Ladakh is during the summer season (May to September) when the weather is pleasant, roads are accessible and skies are clear making it ideal for photography.
A. Absolutely! Feel free to let us know if you’d like to extend your trip to another city before/after the base itinerary, or if there’s any place or activity that you’d like to include or omit – customised tours are what we specialise in.
A: No, our land-tour package rates do not include flights, to also allow our customers to customise their trip based on choice of airline, travel dates and flight routing, etc. For this itinerary, it is possible to start and end the tour either in New Delhi or Ahmedabad, both of which offer direct flights to/from Singapore.
A. All tour fares are quoted in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
A. Visa requirements vary across different nationalities and are constantly changing, but as of October 2025, most nationalities require a visa to visit India. You may refer to this third-party website for more information. Should you require a visa to travel to India, we highly recommend completing the visa application prior to departure.
A. Fill in and submit the form below with details on your trip request, as well as any questions or customisation requests you might have, such as rooming configurations, pre/post-extension to/from another city, etc. Our friendly team will send you a quotation via email within 3 working days from your submission of request.
A. Of course! Even if your desired travel dates fall outside of the validity period shown in the Tour Fare table, simply indicate your choice of departure date in the Departure Date field of the enquiry form, and we will provide you with a quotation based on your customised travel period.
A. >> 50% deposit to lock in booking upon acceptance of quotation.
>> Remaining tour fare upon confirmation of all trip arrangements.
A. >> Within 45 days prior to departure: Non-refundable
>> More than 45 days prior to departure: Total amount paid less non-refundable service fee of $80 per person less any amount that has already been paid to any supplier upon service confirmation.
