An 8-Day Ladakh Journey through Valleys, Villages & Vistas

Songs of the Indus

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Explore Ladakh in

8 Days / 7 Nights

Places you’ll see

Srinagar

Aryan Valley

Sham Valley

Leh

Nubra

Pangong

Merak

Leh

Hotel stays

Places you’ll be staying in

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6

Locations

1

Srinagar

1 Night

2

Aryan Valley

2 Nights

3

Leh

1 Night

4

Nubra Valley

1 Night

5

Merak Village (Pangong)

1 Night

6

Leh

1 Night

7

End of Journey

1 Night

When to go

Day-wise Itinerary

8

Days

7

Nights

Distance

Local travel only

Day Highlights

  • Arrive in Srinagar and check into your hotel or heritage homestay

  • Take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in the afternoon

  • Explore Lal Chowk and its historical bazaars

  • Taste authentic Kashmiri bakery items and street ice cream

  • Optional sunset walk near Nishat Bagh or Chashme Shahi

Distance

~220 km

Day Highlights

  • Begin your road journey towards the lesser-known Aryan Valley

  • Drive past Zoji La and into the Indus River valley

  • Enter the remote villages of the Brokpa Dard Aryans

  • Interact with locals and settle into a traditional homestay

  • Enjoy a warm local meal and starry skies

Distance

Local travel only

Day Highlights

  • Visit remote Dardic villages: Dah, Hanu, Garkone, Biama, Darchik

  • Learn about their floral headgear, ancient customs, and music

  • Short hikes along the Indus River banks and barley fields

  • Enjoy a community-led cultural meal or dance (if available)

  • Optional photography or journaling session in the valley

Distance

~180 km

Day Highlights

  • Begin the scenic drive to Leh through Sham Valley

  • Enroute stop at Lamayuru Moonland and Alchi Monastery

  • Visit Basgo ruins and Sangam Point (Zanskar–Indus confluence)

  • Experience Magnetic Hill and stop by Gurudwara Patthar Sahib

  • Reach Leh and visit Shanti Stupa at twilight

Distance

~120 km

Day Highlights

  • Cross Khardung La – the famed high-altitude motorable pass

  • Descend into the sand dunes of Hunder

  • Visit Diskit Monastery with its giant Buddha statue

  • Optional Dune Bashing on ATV

  • Evening around bonfire or stargazing in the valley

Distance

~170 km

Day Highlights

  • Drive along the stunning Shyok River

  • Arrive at Pangong Lake and continue to the quieter Merak Village

  • Relax by the lakeshore with changing light and colors

  • Walk through the rustic village and meet locals

  • Campfire or early rest with starlit lake views

Distance

~160 km

Day Highlights

  • Drive back to Leh along the Chang La route

  • Enroute visit the famous Rancho School

  • Explore Leh Palace and learn about Ladakhi royal history

  • Enjoy free time for last-minute shopping at Leh Market

  • Optional café stop or cultural performance depending on interest

Distance

Local travel to airport

Day Highlights

  • Distance: Local travel to airport

When to go

When is the best time

Winter

Spring

Summer

Monsoon

Autumn

Winter

Temperature

°C

Rain

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Wind

Km/h

What’s weather like

What’s included

Pricing & Inclusions

We believe in clarity no hidden costs. Here’s a breakdown of what’s included in your package and what falls outside it.

What’s Included

  • Accommodation in handpicked resorts, homestays, or eco-lodges

  • Breakfast and Dinner on all days

  • Private transport with driver: fuel, toll, parking, driver TA included

  • Oxygen Cylinder, Camping Stove and Utensils and other trip specific supplies

  • Inner-line Permits

What’s Excluded

  • Entry tickets unless specified

  • Meals not mentioned

  • Tips, snacks, laundry, personal shopping

  • Emergency medical costs or insurance

  • Optional/add-on activities beyond itinerary

  • Guides and experiences not mentioned under inclusions

Enquire Pricing

Let’s curate your personalised tour and decide the budget accordingly.

DO’s & DON’TS

Little things that
make a difference

Every place has its own rhythms, traditions, and ways of life. By being mindful of how we dress, interact, and carry ourselves, we show respect to the communities we meet and the environments we pass through.

Do’s

  • Carry a refillable bottle and cloth bags

  • Ask before photographing people or homes

  • Dress modestly in villages

  • Tip guides and drivers generously when satisfied

Don’ts

  • Don’t play loud music in natural settings

  • Don’t touch sacred trees or enter altars uninvited

  • Don’t use plastic, even packaged snacks

  • Don’t just take photos, ask their names

Manage your plastic

Support locals’ livelihood

Respect the locals

Travel sustainably

Our values

Travel Responsibly

Travel, connect, care. These aren’t just ideas — it’s about people, purpose, and presence. When we walk gently, listen deeply, and act mindfully, we nurture cultures, protect ecosystems, and shape a more caring future of travel.

Reduce Waste Wisely

  • Avoid single-use plastics; bring refillables

  • Carry back all your trash

  • Carry back all your trash

Support Local
Livelihoods

  • Choose community-run stays and eateries

  • Buy souvenirs from artisans directly

  • Engage meaningfully, not just for photos

Respect the
Local Way of Life

  • Learn basic greetings and local etiquette

  • Ask before entering sacred spaces or homes

  • Go slow — don’t force schedules in remote areas

Minimize Your
Impact

  • Stick to designated trails during treks

  • Limit electricity and hot water use in villages

  • Be mindful of resource consumption

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