The Trans Himalayan region is full of intrigue and raw unparallel beauty. And Ladakh sits as a jewel on the leeward side of the Himalayan ranges unlike most of the other attractions which are part of the Indian Himalayas. Travelers have to surmount and scale many winding and challenging mountain passes earlier to reach this hidden beauty that lay unexplored for a long, hence the name Ladakh- the land of mountain passes. Frontiers Beyond can arrange some amazing tours to give its travelers the feel of this Little Tibet which cast the shadow of clouds on its bare mountains, invites you into its realms of some glistening azure lakes, show some of the moon landscapes and help you find peace in its Gompas/monasteries and Shanti Stupas.

Ladakh earlier was a part of Jammu and Kashmir state of India, but a few years back it received its new identity as a union territory with Leh being its capital city. Leh can be reached via road from Srinagar the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir which in turn is well connected with Delhi, the Indian National capital, or can also be reached via the Manali highway. Both routes are long and involve two days of traveling since you need to cover more than 400 km. Ladakh now has an airport in the beautiful Leh that is connected with Delhi. Any of the three routes you may choose, you can rest assured that there will be some unparallel natural beauty to behold. However, if you reach Leh via flight then we highly recommend one day of rest to allow your body to acclimatize to the new heights.

The capital city Leh is a great place to start as you can splurge into some amazing local culinary experiences. If you wish to test the strength of your teeth try the hardened yak milk cheese called chhurpe. If you need to munch on something soft then try Tingmo with some butter tea available in most of the small shops. For a full-on dinner try the Thukpa which is a soup noodle coupled with veggies and meat or for some quick munch momos are your best bets. Remember all the food of Ladakh is to ensure you are being kept warm and can fight d extreme temperatures that haunt the region.

Frontiers Beyond highly recommend you to visit the Indus river banks to catch some gorgeous sunsets, take a trip to discover the old corners of the glorious Shey palace and catch the bird’s eye view of the beautiful Leh city. Travel a little more to Thikse to look straight into the eyes of Budhha and Hemis Gompa an age old artefact by itself. Take a look at the magnetic hill and the contrasting confluence between Zaskar and Indus river.

As you embark on your lake tours, we can promise you that the long journey is worthwhile when you finally get to see the beautiful blue lake unfold before your eyes surreally. Yes, be it Pangong which shares some of its parts with China, or Tso Morari, a lake that you can have all for yourself, any time spent gazing at these beauties might feel a little short. Immerse yourself in finding some garnets near the lakes and spend hours with your feet dipped in the banks of the rivers sipping some butter tea.

As the cold deserts of Nubra valley with its exquisite double-humped camels beckon you, you can feel the thrill of traversing the highest motorable pass of the world- Khardung La. Beware the winds and the raw beauty of Nubra with its towering dunes and gurgling rivers. A camping experience to sum up your Nubra experience can be amazing.

Depending on the time of the year, Ladakh can be visited for the Chadar Trek where you get to walk on the frozen Zaskar in the winter to experience an out-of-the-world white sheet-laden beauty. And the middle of the year is the perfect time to visit the Ladakh festival. A burst of colors, vibrant costumes, and age-old heritage is something that we can promise you that will spellbind you.
To catch some moonscapes, going towards Sarchu or Lamayuru monastery might be a great idea. Or if you want to explore Rangdum and Padam, two of the most quaint villages in the region and on the way check out the Drung Drang glacier, you will surely thank our team for managing such an extraordinary travel itinerary for you.

For any duration of the trip that you can manage, Frontiers Beyond will be your travel partner and craft the trip to Ladakh that will be a matter of envy for all your friends and family. So, come and explore this gorgeous piece of beauty with us.