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WINTER IN LADAKH

Winter In Ladakh 2026-27

In the Footsteps of Nicholas Roerich

Route : Leh → Thiksey → Hemis → Leh → Khardung La → Nubra (Hunder/Diskit) → Tirrisa Tso → Samstanling → Wari La → Chemday → Leh

07 Days

06 Nights

Dates: from November – March 2026–2027

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Overview:

“Mountains are mountains everywhere, water is water everywhere, sky is sky everywhere, and people are people everywhere.
Yet, if sitting before the Alps you try to imagine the Himalayas — something subtle but convincing will still be missing.”
— Nicholas Roerich

Itinerary:

Day 1. Leh — Gateway to the Sky

Altitude: 3,500 m
The aircraft glides above snow-covered Himalayas, and beneath the wings unfolds Ladakh — a land of light and silence.
Arrival and transfer to The Grand Dragon Ladakh (Premier Heritage Room) overlooking the snowy peaks of Stok Kangri.
The day is reserved for rest and gentle acclimatization: hot ginger tea, a light lunch, pure mountain air.
In the evening — a short walk through old Leh: prayer flags, juniper incense, the first breaths of altitude.
Overnight in Leh.

Day 2. Old Leh — Chronicles of a Caravan Kingdom

Walk through the ancient Silk Route streets. Visit the Central Asian Museum — once a caravanserai.
Explore the Munshi House — a 19th-century merchant residence. Climb to Leh Palace, the 17th-century royal palace.
Visit Tsemo Namgyal Fort for panoramic views. Sunset over snow peaks. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 3. Thiksey — Hemis — Gotsang: The Path of Prayer

Early morning prayer at Thiksey Monastery. Sounds of conch shells, drums, and yak-butter lamps.
Visit Hemis Monastery, the largest monastery of the Drukpa Kagyu order.
Hike (approx. 1 hour) to Gotsang hermitage, a meditation retreat of monks. Picnic in the mountains.
Return to Leh. Dinner by the fireplace.

Day 4. Across Khardung La to Nubra Valley

Altitude: 5,602 m
Cross one of the highest motorable passes in the world.
Prayer flags flutter in the icy wind. Arrival in Nubra Valley.
Accommodation at Lchang Nang Retreat (Premium Room).
Dinner by the fire under the winter starry sky.

Day 5. Tirrisa Tso — Murgi Petroglyphs — Samstanling

Drive to Tirrisa Tso Lake — a mirror between earth and sky.
Explore the ancient Murgi petroglyphs (over 5,000 years old).
Picnic at the foot of the mountains.
Visit Samstanling Monastery for evening prayers. Momo cooking masterclass.
Quiet bonfire and Himalayan night sky.

Day 6. Wari La Pass — Chemday Monastery — Return to Leh

Drive along the Shyok River valley.
Cross Wari La Pass (5,300 m).
Visit Chemday Monastery, perched on a cliff like a guardian of time.
Return to Leh.
Farewell dinner at the hotel.

Day 7. Farewell to the Himalayas

Transfer to the airport.
You depart carrying not only photographs, but an inner stillness and strength gifted by the mountains.

Price:

Single supplement — USD (on request

Group of 4 — USD per person (DBL)
Group of 2 — USD per person (DBL)

Included:

Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
Accommodation DBL/TWN
Full board meal plan
Toyota Innova Crysta for all transfers and excursions
Entrance fees to monasteries and museums
English-speaking experienced monastery guide
Russian-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
Inner Line Permits
GST / VAT taxes
Airport meet & assist
Parking, fuel, tolls

Not included:

Travel Recommendations

Minimal physical activity during the first 24–48 hours for altitude adaptation.
Use high SPF sun protection (UV radiation at 3,500 m is intense).
Drink plenty of water and ginger tea. Respect monastery etiquette (modest clothing, photography only with permission).
Leave no trace in nature. The mountains listen and remember.
If desired, I can prepare a refined premium brochure version for the aleVSham Travel Collection with a stronger expedition and philosophical emphasis inspired by Roerich’s Himalayan vision.

Hotels

Hotel at Leh

The Grand Dragon Premier Heritage Room

Travel Notes for Ladakh :

Altitude & Acclimatization

Ladakh is located at high altitude (3,000–4,500 meters above sea level). The first day
is always reserved for rest and gentle acclimatization. A slow and mindful start
ensures a comfortable adaptation.

Climate & Temperature

Mountain weather can change quickly. Sunny days may feel warm, while evenings
and mornings are cool. Layered clothing, a light down jacket, sunglasses, and SPF
protection are recommended.

Mountain Roads & Transfers

Journeys pass through high mountain passes and scenic valleys. Roads are part of the
adventure, offering breathtaking landscapes. Travel times may vary depending on
weather and road conditions.

Physical Activity

No special training is required; however, the program includes walking on uneven
terrain, monastery steps, and natural trails. The pace is always adjusted to the group.

Monasteries & Festivals

Festival dates are fixed, but the exact timing of rituals is determined by the monastery.
These are authentic spiritual events, not staged performances.

Connectivity

Mobile signal and internet access may be limited in remote valleys. This is a rare
opportunity to disconnect and fully experience the silence and vastness of the
Himalayas.

Program Flexibility

Weather and mountain conditions may occasionally require minor adjustments to the
itinerary. The integrity and depth of the experience are always preserved.

Price

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