Losar Festival – Ladakhi New Year Tour
Cultural Festival

Losar Festival – Ladakhi New Year Tour

Celebrate Losar, the Ladakhi New Year, with locals in the heart of winter. This sacred Tibetan Buddhist festival marks t

Trip Overview

Celebrate Losar, the Ladakhi New Year, with locals in the heart of winter. This sacred Tibetan Buddhist festival marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and features rituals, dances, fire offerings, and prayer ceremonies in monasteries and homes. Set against snowy landscapes, this immersive tour blends winter adventure with deep-rooted Himalayan culture

Trip Highlights

osar Rituals & Prayers: Witness traditional New Year celebrations in monasteries like Spituk and Stok, with fire offerings and Buddhist chants

Cultural Performances: Enjoy masked Cham dances, Ladakhi music, and ceremonial kitchen feasts with locals

Winter Landscapes: Experience frozen rivers, snow-covered monasteries, and the crisp silence of the Himalayan cold

Frozen Pangong & Deserted Nubra: Explore Ladakh’s iconic landscapes at their most peaceful and least crowded

What's Included

  • Airport pickup and drop from Leh
  • Private cab for the entire tour
  • 7 nights in warm guesthouses/hotels with heating
  • Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Access to monastery events and Losar rituals
  • Local Ladakhi host/guide for cultural orientation
  • Inner Line Permits (Nubra, Pangong)

Not Included

  • Flights to/from Leh
  • Lunches, snacks, beverages
  • Winter clothing rentals
  • Entry tickets (optional)
  • Insurance or emergency rescue

Key Details

Max Group Size

People

Accommodation

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Detailed breakdown of your journey

1

Arrival in Leh – Acclimatization & Welcome Walk

  • Pick-up from Leh Airport
  • Check-in & rest (acclimatization mandatory)
  • Evening visit to Shanti Stupa or Leh Market
  • Overnight in Leh
2

Leh Local Sightseeing + Losar Orientation

  • Visit Leh Palace, Spituk Monastery, and Sankar Gompa
  • Learn about Losar traditions with a local guide
  • Optional: Participate in pre-Losar community cleaning activity
  • Overnight in Leh
3

Losar Festival Day – Attend Celebrations

  • Morning: Ritual fire offerings at local monasteries
  • Visit homes of locals (pre-arranged) to observe traditional New Year food, décor, and blessings
  • Participate in mask dance ceremonies and music events
  • Overnight in Leh
4

Leh to Nubra Valley (via Khardung La)

  • Drive across Khardung La (may have snow accumulation)
  • Explore Diskit Monastery, frozen dunes at Hunder
  • Warm stay at Nubra with bonfire (subject to conditions)
  • Overnight in Nubra
5

Nubra to Pangong Lake (via Shyok Valley)

  • Drive through Shyok route
  • View semi-frozen Pangong Lake – a surreal winter sight
  • Stay in a heated guesthouse or semi-insulated tent
  • Overnight at Pangong
6

Pangong to Leh via Chang La Pass

  • Morning lake photography session
  • Drive to Leh via Chang La Pass
  • Visit Hemis Monastery (if open)
  • Evening shopping at Leh Market
  • Overnight in Leh
7

Alchi Monastery & Winter Landscapes

  • Visit Alchi Monastery, known for Indo-Tibetan wall paintings
  • Return to Leh by evening
  • Farewell Ladakhi dinner with a local host
  • Overnight in Leh
8

Departure from Leh

  • Early breakfast
  • Airport drop
  • End of Losar journey
Why Choose Our Festivals

What Makes Us Different

Experience authentic cultural celebrations with our unique approach to festival tourism

Cultural Significance

Ancient rituals and sacred dances that reflect deep Himalayan spiritual heritage.

Local Impact

Boosts local economy, artisans, and preserves age-old cultural traditions.

Visitor Experience

Immersive cultural access with blessings, performances, and local hospitality.