The three gompas:

The beautiful palaces and monasteries of Shey , Thiksey and Hemis are sights to behold. Any deep thinker would want to visit them and learn from the enriching fountain of knowledge of Buddhism. 

Shey Palace: The Shey palace boasts a tall 12 meter high statue of Buddha made from copper. This historic gompa was built in as early as 1655. You will find that the walls here are painted delicately with depictions of the life stages of the Buddha. There is also an adorable little shrine that always has lit up butter lamps. With the magnificent scenery around, this palace is a delightful spot to be at.

Thiksey monastery: The Thiksey monastery was constructed in the mid 15^th century. Today, it houses around 90 monks who meditate and perform religious activities. This keeps the tradition of the monastery going for over 600 years, how fascinating! The Thiksey gompa is abundant with elaborate statues, you will find a 14 meter high statue of Buddha and a temple with 21 statues of the Goddess Tara. There is also a big spacious courtyard and a library filled with Buddhist literature.

Hemis monastery:

The Hemis monastery is situated along the western banks of the Indus river , at a distance of 45 kms from Leh. The impressive historic monument was built it in 1630 in memory of the Lord Buddha. The structure has pristine white walls and has fluttering colorful flags around it. You can have a peek into the rich culture through the religious paintings and depictions on the inner walls along the courtyard of the monastery. It also houses a vast Tibetan literature collection in a libray. The famous Hemis festival is held here once a year, where people from all of Ladakh assemble to participate in religious activities, perform ritual dances , partake in events and shop in the bazaar of the festival.

The Pangong Tso as it is called, holds the record for the world’s highest saltwater lake. Situated at an impressive 4,500 meters over sea level, the lake is a true azure blue which looks magical against the barren mountains that frame the sky around it. This lake is known to change its colors over the seasons- from green to blue and to a slight red. The Pangong Tso is a sight and calmness to behold. It will very surely be the happy place you skip to in your mind after your visit to Ladakh with us. You will find yourself in a state of content and peace here that cannot be put into words and can only be experienced in its pure and pristine form. This location is phenomenal for honeymoons, for adventures and above all solo trips, this place makes an unmatched meditation spot.

This day you are about to visit the highest motorable pass in the world - KhardungLa. Blend a little adventure on your Adventure trip.

Early in the morning after done with your morning breakfast, board a cab, and leave for the day's trip. You visit the Royal Palace at Leh which provides insights into the whole city. You will find a rich collection of ornaments, crowns, and traditional dresses in the palace. The Palace is decorated with Tibetan thangka or paintings, bright in color, and is more than 450 years old.

Once done, travel towards the mountain pass known as KhardungLa. This pass in the ancient past has been the main route to enter the city of and carry a plethora of goods for trade.

After enjoying being at one of the highest altitudes, get back to travel to Leh, and have an overnight stay in the hotel. 

Distance from Leh to KhardungLa: 39 kms

Travel Time: 1 hour 15 mins

The alluring destination of Sham Valley fills your heart with joy. A perfect place to have listed in your Ladakh trip to Adventure.

After delicious morning breakfast, leave the hotel for your trip to Sham Valley. On your way to the valley, you come across Gurudwara Pathar Sahib at an altitude of 3600 km. Take blessings from the Gurudwara itself touched by Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Move ahead in your trip and get pulled by the Magnetic hills at Leh on your way to Sham Valley. Meet the confluence of the Indus River and Zanskar River. Immerse in the beauty of this river junction that adds life to your Adventure trip to Ladakh. Travel back to Leh and stay overnight.

Travel Distance: 40 km

Travel Time: 1 hour

This day your Adventure tour package ends. Take all the memories with you and plan to visit this mountainous desert again.

After a delicious breakfast, prepare to check out from the hotel you stayed at. Gather all your belongings and board a cab.

On the way to Airport cross the city of Leh and feel all the love it has given to you all through your journey.

Travel to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport and bid adieu to this uneven heavenly destination. Take all the memories of Ladakh with you and carry a lot to narrate to generations.

Travel Distance: 2.3 km

Travel Time: 5 mins