Starlit Trails – A Ladakh Family Escape

Welcome to Ladakh Take it slow as you adjust to the altitude Visit SECMOL an innovative alternative school founded by Sonam Wangchuk for an inspiring introduction to Ladakh’s culture and sustainability.

A student will take you on a guided tour. Enjoy a relaxed evening Overnight in Leh

Head out to witness the spectacular confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers, where two ancient forces meet in a swirl of turquoise and clay. If you're feeling adventurous, take on the thrill of white-water rafting through this dramatic gorge.

Continue to Alchi Monastery, a quiet treasure blending Buddhist and Hindu influences, its ancient murals whispering centuries of devotion. Enjoy a soulful Ladakhi lunch at Alchi Kitchen, where tradition meets taste on every plate.

On the way back, explore the Saspol Caves, carved into the cliffs and alive with ancient rock art. Then, marvel at the surreal pull of Magnetic Hill, where nature seems to play with gravity.

Wrap up the day with an easy stroll through Leh Market, tasting the local flavours to experience Ladakh. Overnight in Leh.

Drive towards Pangong Lake, crossing the mighty Chang La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. The air is thin, but the views are endless mountains standing watch as you make your way through Ladakh’s raw beauty.

Soon, the shimmering blue of Pangong appears, stretching wide beneath the open sky. Skip the crowded stretches and head further to the quiet villages of Man or Merak, where the lake feels like it’s yours alone.

As night descends, step out into the silence. Ladakh’s skies are untouched, and tonight, the stars will fall for you. Overnight by Pangong Lake.

Wake up to the stillness of Pangong, where the water meets sky in quiet conversation. Begin your journey toward Nubra Valley, driving through the untamed expanse of Changthang. Along the way, keep an eye out for marmots sunning themselves beside the road small moments of life in a vast, wild landscape.

By afternoon, arrive in Diskit and visit its ancient monastery, where a towering Maitreya Buddha watches over the valley. Stand there too, and let the views remind you how small and how full the world can feel. As the sun softens, spend the evening in the Nubra sand dunes. Ride a camel if you’re up for it, or simply sit still and watch the light change the desert.

Overnight in Nubra Valley.

Bid farewell to Nubra Valley and begin your journey back to Leh, crossing the legendary Khardung La Pass at 5,359m, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Pause here for sweeping views of the Karakoram range, where the sky feels just within reach.

Descend slowly into Leh, where the pace softens once more. In the evening, visit Shanti Stupa, its white dome glowing against the dusky sky a place to sit quietly and reflect.

If the skies are clear, step out later for an optional stargazing session. The stars over Leh always have one more story to tell. Pick up souvenirs at the Leh Market to take back home. Overnight in Leh.

With memories of starry nights, towering mountains, and the quiet grace of ancient monasteries, it’s time to say goodbye.

Transfer to Leh Airport, the journey behind you but the spirit of Ladakh still lingering etched into your breath, your stories, and your sense of stillness. Trip ends, but Ladakh stays with you.