Budget Highlights of Leh and the Indus Valley

Discover central Leh's cultural hubs, historic palace, hilltop stupa, and bustling local bazaar before concluding at the Hall of Fame.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Gesmo Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the morning with fresh Tibetan bread, pancakes, and warm tea at a classic budget spot in Leh town.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Ladakh Arts and Media Centre Visit

   09:30 – 11:00

   Browse local art exhibits and documentary archives celebrating Ladakhi heritage and contemporary media.

   • entryINR 5
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Leh Palace

   11:15 – 12:45

   Climb up to the 17th-century royal palace overlooking Leh for sweeping mountain panoramas and historical exhibits.

   • entryINR 200
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Chopsticks Noodle Bar

   13:00 – 14:00

   Enjoy affordable Ladakhi and Asian noodle dishes in central Leh.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Shanti Stupa

   14:30 – 16:00

   Ascend to the white-domed peace pagoda for panoramic views across the Leh valley.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Shopping

   Relax at Leh Market

   16:30 – 18:00

   Stroll through the pedestrianized main bazaar to inspect woolen handicrafts, prayer wheels, and local souvenirs.

7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Sunset at the Hall of Fame

   18:15 – 19:15

   Visit the memorial museum dedicated to Indian soldiers and take in the sunset views across the surrounding ranges.

   • entryINR 10
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Tibetan Kitchen

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on traditional momos and thukpa in a warm atmosphere favoured by travellers.

Head south along the Indus Valley to tour iconic Buddhist monasteries, sample authentic local flavours on a food tour, and visit Stok Palace.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Tibetan Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with butter tea, tsampa porridge, and hot eggs before heading out into the valley.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Thiksey Monastery Morning Visit

   09:30 – 11:00

   Explore the multi-tiered hilltop complex resembling the Potala Palace and admire its imposing Maitreya Buddha statue.

   • entryINR 10
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Shey Palace and Monastery Tour

   11:15 – 12:30

   Tour the former summer capital of Ladakh and its giant copper-gold Buddha statue.

   • entryINR 15
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Lala's Art Cafe

   12:45 – 13:45

   Eat light Tibetan dishes in a restored traditional heritage house in Old Leh.

5. 14:00|17:00
   

   Food

   3 Hours Private Food Tasting in Tukcha

   14:00 – 17:00

   Immerse yourself in authentic Ladakhi culinary traditions with guided tastings of home-style dishes.

6. 17:30|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Stok Palace Museum Evening Tour

   17:30 – 18:45

   Examine royal heirloom collections, traditional crown jewels, and ceremonial armor in the residence of the Ladakhi royal family.

   • entryINR 25
7. 19:00|19:30
   

   Shopping

   Relax at Leh Market

   19:00 – 19:30

   Unwind with an evening walk through the market stalls to pick up dried apricots and local snacks.

8. 19:45|20:45
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bon Appetit

   19:45 – 20:45

   Enjoy a satisfying meal featuring continental and Indian options with view over the mountains.

9. —
   

   Sightseeing

   Alchi Monastery Exploration

   • entryINR 15

Visit historic spiritual sites west of Leh before embarking on an outdoor mountain trek toward Khardung La.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Neha Snacks

   08:00 – 09:00

   Grab a quick, budget-friendly breakfast of parathas and hot tea.

2. 09:30|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Gurudwara Pathar Sahib Visit

   09:30 – 10:45

   Pay respects at the historic Sikh shrine built to commemorate Guru Nanak's visit to Ladakh.

   • entryINR 10
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Alchi Monastery Exploration

   11:15 – 12:45

   Discover ancient 11th-century wall paintings and Indo-Tibetan carvings in one of Ladakh's oldest monastic complexes.

   • entryINR 15
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Alchi Kitchen

   13:00 – 14:00

   Sample traditional Ladakhi breads, skyu, and herbal teas cooked fresh by local women chefs.

5. 14:30|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Hike to Khardung La

   14:30 – 17:30

   Take on a high-altitude hike offering dramatic views along the mountain trail leading toward Khardung La pass.

6. 18:00|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Ladakh Arts and Media Centre Visit

   18:00 – 19:00

   Revisit the media centre for an evening photo gallery presentation on high-altitude Himalayan life.

   • entryINR 5
7. 19:15|20:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Shanti Stupa

   19:15 – 20:00

   Catch evening illumination and peaceful night views over Leh valley from Shanti Stupa.

   • entryFree
8. 20:15|21:15
   

   Food

   Dinner at Summer Harvest

   20:15 – 21:15

   Conclude your trip with hearty Ladakhi stew, steamed momos, and local tea.