The Ladakh region has many Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, established by Ladakhi kings and Buddhist saints. Embark on a 6-night, 7-day Ladakh Monastery Tour, exploring vibrant monasteries such as Takthok, Hemis, Chemrey, and Ri Dzong, with a special focus on the rich and massive Hemis Monastery. Day two includes a visit to Choglamsar (SOS Village) for an in-depth experience of Tibetan culture.
On arrival at Leh Airport, our tour representative will meet you and assist you in a smooth transfer to the hotel. The day has been kept free for orientation. Stay overnight at the hotel.
The morning is free to rest. In the afternoon, head to Sabu, about 8 kilometers from Leh, on a hill overlooking the Indus Valley. On return visit SOS Village (Choglamsar), known for its Tibetan culture and Central Institute of Buddhist Studies. Explore the Tibetan library, handicraft shop, restaurant, medical center, golf course, and polo ground.
Start the morning with a visit to Takthok Gompa, built by Guru Padmasambhava in the 8th century. Continue to Chemrey Gompa, built in 1644 AD, and then to Hemis Gompa, one of the famous monasteries of Ladakh, known for the annual festival Hemis Tsechu. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, journey to Alchi, visiting Phyang Gompa on the way. Explore Basgo and its medieval history. In the afternoon, visit Alchi Gompa, a temple complex that is a blend of Indian and Kashmiri architecture. Stay overnight in a hotel.
On the way to Lamayuru, visit the less-visited Ri Dzong Gompa, established around 1840. Continue to the 11th-century Lamayuru Monastery, home to the legend of Arhat Madhyantika. Stay overnight in a hotel.
Drive back to Leh for lunch, afternoon is free for entertainment. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
