City3 days
Old Delhi & New Delhi City Break
Explore Old Delhi’s lanes, Mughal monuments and the avenues around India Gate on a three-day city break.
DOMESTIC HOLIDAYS
Leh & the Indus Valley
Explore Leh and Indus Valley monasteries on an itinerary that gives you two days to acclimatise after arrival.
6 daysArrive in LehTravellers comfortable with a high-altitude itinerary
Trip highlights
- Leh old town
- Leh Palace
- Thiksey Monastery
- Indus Valley
Suggested itinerary
Use this day-by-day plan to start the conversation. We can adapt the route and pace for your dates.
- DAY 01
Arrive in Leh
Transfer to your accommodation and spend the rest of the day resting.
- DAY 02
Acclimatise in Leh
Keep the day free from excursions outside town and follow the local advisory.
- DAY 03
Leh town
Once the initial 48 hours have passed, explore the old town and consider Leh Palace if the steps suit your group.
- DAY 04
Indus Valley
Visit Thiksey and one nearby site at a comfortable pace. Discuss road access before setting out.
- DAY 05
Flexible day in Leh
Keep a buffer for weather or a slower morning. Consider a local craft or museum visit.
- DAY 06
Departure
Allow time for airport transfer and check your onward connections.
When to go
June to September is a general planning window, subject to road and weather conditions.
What to check before you travel
Follow the District Leh acclimatisation advisory. Allow at least 48 hours in Leh before travelling to higher areas and confirm route restrictions and any permits before departure.
District Leh acclimatisation advisory
What your quote may cover
Ask for an itemised quote for the transport, accommodation and activities you want. Meals, tickets, permits, taxes, insurance and other extras are only included if listed in writing. Prices are available on enquiry.
Read the Ladakh destination guide
Questions about this trip
Can I change the route or number of nights?
Yes. Let us know which parts of Leh & the Indus Valley you want to keep and how much time you have. We can discuss a revised route and quote.
Can you arrange a car or a larger vehicle?
Share the group size, bags and pickup point. We can discuss vehicle size and how it affects the route.
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