Trip Itinerary:

Day 1: Srinagar Arrival & Dal Lake Sunset
Arrive in Srinagar and check into a lakeside boutique hotel. Enjoy a peaceful Dal Lake sunset.

Day 2: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Kargil (200 km / 6 hrs)
Drive via Zoji La Pass, visit Drass War Memorial, and stay overnight in Kargil.

Day 3: Kargil – Leh (220 km / 7 hrs)
Stop at Mulbekh Monastery and Lamayuru Monastery, famous for its moonlike landscapes.

Day 4: Leh City & Monastery Circuit
Explore Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery, and stroll through Leh’s old market.

Day 5: Alchi & Likir Monasteries
Day trip to Alchi, known for 11th-century wall paintings, and Likir Monastery with its giant Buddha statue.

Day 6: Meditation & Village Life
Morning guided meditation in a monastery. Optional village workshop such as pottery or Ladakhi cooking class.

Day 7: Leh Leisure & Local Crafts
Shop for prayer flags, apricot products, and Pashmina. Evening cultural dance performance in Leh.

Day 8: Leh Departure
Breakfast and transfer to Leh Airport.

Included:

• Monastery homestays & boutique hotels with breakfast & dinner
• Inner line permits
• Meditation sessions with monks
• Private 4x4 vehicle and English-speaking guide

Excluded:

• Flights
• Lunch and personal expenses
• Donations at monasteries

Travel Styles: Spiritual & Cultural Immersion, Monastery & Heritage Walks, Photography & Slow Travel

Facilities: Monastery Stays & Boutique Hotels, Meditation Guides, Private Vehicle