Himalayan Echoes & Mughal Marvels

🏔️ Altitude: 216 m / 709 ft

Spend the day discovering both Old and New Delhi. Visit iconic landmarks like the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Shanti Van, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb, and Qutub Minar. Drive past the majestic India Gate, President’s House, and Parliament buildings. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

⛰️ Altitude: 3500 m / 11,482 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +3,284 m / +10,773 ft

You’ll be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Leh. On arrival, we’ll escort you to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit a monastery in town, explore the Shanti Stupa, and walk around the Old Fort of Leh.

⛰️ Altitude: 3500 m / 11,482 ft

Spend the day exploring Leh’s cultural treasures, including visits to Shey, Thiksey, and Hemis Monasteries. If you’re traveling in January, you’ll witness the vibrant Spituk Gustor Festival, known for its sacred mask dances and monastic rituals. In February, experience the colorful Dosmoche Festival in Leh and Likir, celebrated with ancient ceremonies that ward off evil spirits. Overnight stay in a hotel in Leh (or local guesthouse in Likir during Dosmoche).

⛰️ Altitude: 3,850 m / 12,631 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +350 m / +1,148 ft
🥾 Trekking Distance: 8 km
⏰ Trekking Time: 5 hours

Begin your first day of trekking with a scenic hike from Likir to Yangthang. The route crosses two gentle but scenic passes — Pobe La and Chagtse La — offering wide views of the surrounding mountains and frozen valleys. Camp or guesthouse stay at Yangthang.

⛰️ Altitude: 3600 m / 11,811 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +250 m / +820 ft
⏰ Trekking Time: 6 hours

Depart from Yangthang and begin a steady 2-hour climb to the Meptek La pass. From there, descend into the large and charming village of Hemis Shukpachan (locally known as Schukpa or Cidar). Explore the village and visit the Gopa at the top. Overnight stay in a traditional Ladakhi home.

⛰️ Altitude: 3200 m / 10,498 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: -650 m / -2,133 ft
⏰ Trekking Time: 5½ hours

The trail starts gently across flat pastures before ascending for about 2½ hours to Meptek La. From the pass, descend to Ang Village and continue toward the Shyok Valley. A final 30-minute walk brings you to Temisgam, one of Ladakh’s most fertile valleys known for its apricots, apples, and nuts. You may visit the village Gompa before settling in at a local house for the night.

⛰️ Altitude: 2995 m / 9,826 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: -205 m / -673 ft
⏰ Trekking Time: 5 hours

Leave the lush valley and begin a gentle 1½ hour ascent to Bonbbong La. From the pass, descend along a long, gradual slope toward Khaltse, where the trail meets the main highway connecting Leh and Srinagar. From here, drive to Chilling and spend the night at a riverside camp.

🏔️Altitude: 3,500 m / 11,482 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +300 m / +984 ft
⏰ Travelling Time: 7 hours

Chilling marks the start of your frozen river adventure. While porters load the baggage, you’ll begin walking on the ice for the first time. This day is all about adjusting to the rhythm and feel of the frozen surface. Stay relaxed and keep moving to maintain body warmth as you get used to this unique terrain.

⛰️ Altitude: 3500 m / 11,482 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: Minimal
🚙 Travelling Distance: 65 km
⏰ Travelling Time: 7 hours

Begin the return journey on foot until you reach the road, then drive onward to Leh. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to a hotel for an overnight stay. If your travel dates align with the Stok Guru Tse-chu festival in February, you’ll spend two days witnessing oracle rituals and traditional mask dances. Overnight stay in the hotel.

🏔️Altitude: 3,497 m / 11,473 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: -3 m / -10 ft

Enjoy the second day of the Stok Guru Tse-chu festival, surrounded by spiritual energy, masked dances, and chanting monks. As the festivities wind down, return to your hotel in Leh to relax and reflect on the vibrant cultural experience under Ladakh’s starlit sky.

🏔️Altitude: 3500 m / 11,482 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +3 m / +10 ft

You’ll be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival, settle into your hotel before heading out for a full day of sightseeing. Explore highlights such as the Red Fort, Birla Temple, a local mosque, Old Delhi, and the markets around Connaught place. In case of weather delays in Leh, the sightseeing may take place there instead. Return to your hotel in the evening for a relaxed overnight stay.

🏔️ Altitude: 216 m / 709 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: -3,284 m / -10,773 ft
🚙 Travelling Distance: 220 km
⏰ Travelling Time: 4 hours

In the morning, drive to Agra for a visit to the Taj Mahal — a breathtaking white marble mausoleum and one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. Built in the 17th century by emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, it remains a timeless symbol of love. In the afternoon, explore the intricate Itmad-ud-daula’s tomb. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Agra.

🏔️ Altitude: 174 m / 571 ft
📉 Altitude Loss: -42 m / -138 ft
🚙 Travelling Distance: 265 km

Travel to Fatehpur Sikri, the once-glorious capital built by emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. Legend says Akbar, in search of a male heir, visited the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chisti here — a prophecy that came true. In gratitude, he built this majestic city, which briefly served as the empire’s capital between 1570 and 1586. After exploring the historic complex, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

🏔️ Altitude: 216 m / 709 ft
📈 Altitude Gain: +42 m / +138 ft

Spend your final morning shopping or relaxing in Delhi. After checking out from your hotel, you’ll be transferred to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward journey.