The Ultimate Adventure: Leh-Ladakh
Leh-Ladakh is an adventurer's dream where bliss meets adventure. The Epic Routes has helped countless adventurers brave this rugged, yet bestic land blessed with the most astounding beauty-theatre, age-old monasteries, and awe-inspiring activities.
The Must-See Places in Ladakh
Pangong Tso: One of the most remarkable lakes, this is the one for bright hues of blue and an air of tranquillity; nothing is ever going to be the same as witnessing sunrise or sunset.
Nubra Valley: Famous for its picturesque sandy dunes, Nubra Valley features an interesting combination of desert-like terrain in conjunction with snow-capped peaks in the background. It is a spiritual highlight for the Diskit Monastery, with its massive statue of Buddha.
Tso Moriri: A glorious high-altitude lake, this is another beautiful place that offers a less noisy experience than Pangong and yet is enthralling. Rugged hills surround it, offering excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Thrilling Adventures in Ladakh
Adventure truly defines everything about Ladakh. Those very high-altitude mountain passes, like Khardung La and Chang La, make for some amazing road trips. River rafting on Zanskar is a must for extreme sports lovers, while medium-range treks like the Chadar Trek across a frozen river or the Markha Valley Trek offer thrilling reminisces.
Ancient Monasteries and Local Culture
Ladakh in a monastery is nothing but a boozehoused yawl into very serious Buddhist asceticism. The Pordang-yig-po Mustvisit is the wonderful Festival Hemis Monastery, and the Thiksey Monastery in a hilltop complex but with Potala Palace-like characteristics is simply remarkable. You're going to love the zeal and hospitality of Ladakhi people, plus the chance to taste traditional fare like thukpa (noodle soup) and skyu (a pasta-like dish).
Traveling to Ladakh is a planning affair, considering the prevalence of high-altitude terrain. Acclimatization is foremost, and every one of our itineraries will allow the necessary time to get used to the elevation. From the permit required in conjunction with specialized blister treatment by experienced guides, every aspect has been managed carefully.
The Epic Routes takes care of every detail so you can focus on enjoying the journey.