Trip Overview
Join us for a once-in-a-year spiritual and cultural extravaganza in the mountains of Ladakh — the Hemis Festival, held at Ladakh’s largest monastery. This guided tour offers a deep immersion into Tibetan Buddhist culture, set against the backdrop of Ladakh’s unmatched landscapes. Along with the festival, you’ll visit high-altitude lakes, ancient monasteries, and charming Himalayan valleys
Trip Highlights
Hemis Festival Celebration: Witness the sacred masked Cham dances and rituals inside Hemis Monastery
Monastery Circuit: Visit Thiksey, Diskit, and Alchi monasteries — the spiritual gems of Ladakh
Adventure Route: Cross Khardung La & Chang La passes, drive through Shyok Valley
Photogenic Landscapes: Pangong Lake, Nubra sand dunes, Leh Palace, and more
What's Included
- Airport pickup & drop from Leh
- All intercity travel in private cab (Innova/Scorpio or similar)
- Accommodation for 6 nights in 3-star guesthouses or hotels
- Entry to Hemis Festival
- Breakfast & dinner (Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast)
- Ladakhi cultural orientation session
- Inner Line Permit assistance
Not Included
- Airfare to/from Leh
- Lunch/snacks/beverages
- Entry tickets to non-festival monuments (optional)
- Travel insurance, medical expenses
- Tips or personal shopping
Key Details
Max Group Size
12 People
Accommodation
Meals Included
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Detailed breakdown of your journey
Arrival in Leh (Acclimatization Day)
- Arrive at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh
- Warm welcome + check-in to hotel
- Rest for high-altitude acclimatization
- Evening: Short walk in Leh Market or Shanti Stupa
- Overnight in Leh Distance: Airport to hotel – 3-5 km Altitude: 3,500 m
Hemis Festival (Day 1)
- Drive to Hemis Monastery (~45 km from Leh)
- Full-day participation in Hemis Festival’s first day
- Witness opening rituals, mask dances, and local stalls
- Return to Leh by evening
- Overnight in Leh
Hemis Festival (Day 2) + Thiksey & Shey Visit
- Return to Hemis Monastery for the second day of celebrations
- En route back: Visit Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace
- Enjoy views of the Indus Valley
- Return to Leh and overnight stay
Leh to Nubra Valley (via Khardung La)
- Early departure towards Nubra Valley
- Drive over Khardung La (18,380 ft) – one of the world’s highest passes
- Visit Diskit Monastery & Hundar Sand Dunes
- Optional camel ride
- Overnight in Nubra (Tent/Guesthouse)
Nubra to Pangong Lake (via Shyok Route)
- Scenic offbeat route via Shyok River
- Reach Pangong Lake by afternoon
- Sunset photography by the lake
- Overnight in Pangong (lake-facing tented accommodation)
Pangong to Leh (via Chang La)
- Morning at Pangong
- Drive to Leh via Chang La Pass (17,586 ft)
- Visit Rancho School (optional)
- Shopping at Leh Bazaar in the evening
- Farewell dinner
- Overnight in Leh
Departure from Leh
- Breakfast and airport drop
- Tour ends with blessings & memories
What Makes Us Different
Experience authentic cultural celebrations with our unique approach to festival tourism
Cultural Significance
Witness the Raghunathji procession and traditional Kulluvi dances.
Local Impact
Boosts artisans via market visits and cultural exchanges.
Visitor Experience
Explore Solang Valley and Jibhi Waterfall alongside festivities.