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Zanskar Valley Expedition

Day 01: Arrival in Leh – Acclimatization & Local Exploration

Upon arrival at Leh Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Since Leh is situated at a high altitude, the day is reserved for acclimatization to ensure a comfortable and safe journey ahead.

In the evening, explore local attractions:

  • Shanti Stupa 
  • Leh Palace 
  • Leh Main Market 

Meals: Dinner
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Leh

Day 02: Leh – Lamayuru – Kargil

After breakfast, begin your journey towards Kargil along the historic Srinagar-Leh Highway.

En-route Attractions:

  • Hall of Fame 
  • Magnetic Hill 
  • Sangam (Confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers) 
  • Lamayuru Monastery – The Moonland of Ladakh 

Arrive in Kargil by evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Kargil

Day 03: Kargil – Rangdum – Pensi La Pass – Padum

oday, enter the heart of Zanskar Valley through one of the most spectacular mountain routes in the Himalayas.

Highlights:

  • Rangdum Monastery 
  • Suru Valley landscapes 
  • Pensi La Pass (14,436 ft) 
  • Drang Drung Glacier 

Upon arrival, check into your accommodation in Padum, the administrative headquarters of Zanskar.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight Stay: Hotel/Homestay in Padum

Day 04: Padum – Karsha – Stongdey – Padum

After breakfast, embark on a full-day exploration of Zanskar's spiritual and cultural heritage.

Sightseeing:

  • Karsha Monastery – Largest monastery in Zanskar 
  • Stongdey Monastery 
  • Traditional Zanskari villages 
  • Scenic viewpoints overlooking the Zanskar River 

Interact with local residents and gain insight into the unique lifestyle of the region.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight Stay: Padum

Day 05: Padum – Zangla – Sani – Padum

Today's excursion focuses on Zanskar's royal and religious heritage.

Attractions:

  • Zangla Palace 
  • Sani Monastery – One of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh 
  • Ancient stupas and village settlements 
  • Picturesque Zanskar landscapes 

Return to Padum by evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight Stay: Padum

Day 06: Padum – Pensi La – Kargil

After breakfast, retrace your route through the dramatic terrain of Zanskar.

Enjoy another opportunity to photograph:

  • Drang Drung Glacier 
  • Pensi La Pass 
  • Rangdum Valley 
  • Suru Valley 

Arrive in Kargil by evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Kargil

Day 07: Kargil – Leh

After breakfast, drive back to Leh via Lamayuru and the Indus Valley.

Upon arrival in Leh, the tour concludes with unforgettable memories of one of the most remote and spectacular regions of the Indian Himalayas.

Meals: Breakfast

Important Travel Notes

  • Carry valid government-issued photo identification. 
  • Acclimatization in Leh is mandatory due to high altitude. 
  • Weather in Zanskar can change rapidly; warm clothing is essential. 
  • Mobile connectivity is limited; postpaid networks work best. 
  • Keep a buffer day after the tour if your return flight is important, as mountain roads can occasionally be affected by weather conditions. 

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