Domestic Tours

Ladakh is considered to be an earthly paradise due to its ultimate beauty and charm! Cities in Ladakh are some of the most visited tourist attractions, as they stand out in their unique way, epitomizing exquisiteness. Tourists are awestruck by the beautiful mountains, lakes, rivers, panoramic landscapes, starry skies, unique monasteries and palaces unlike any other place in India or around the world!

Yes, it is very safe to travel to Ladakh. Ladakh became a Union Territory of India on 31 October 2019. The locals here are quite friendly, polite and hospitable. Buddhism is being practised for ages making it a very peaceful and calm region. Tourists are most welcome in Ladakh.

The culture of Ladakh is quite similar to that of Tibet. In Ladakh, the cuisines are mostly of Tibetan origin - Thupka, Tsampo etc . The architecture of Ladakh is also influenced by Tibetan style and has references to the existence of dragons. The religion there has both Tibetan and Buddhist influences and most of the chants are in Sanskrit and Tibetan.

Ladakh is the highest plateau in India. Most of Ladakh is at an altitude above 3000 meters. Cold desert type climate prevails throughout the year. One of the important travel tips to bear in mind is that there is cold wind throughout the day and night in this region. In Leh at 3,500 metres altitude, the average temperature can rise to 22°C in the day during summer and dip to as low as -15°C in the night during winter.

The oxygen level at the height of 3000 meters is lower than other low altitude regions. Therefore, it is very important to devote time to acclimatize to the altitude before starting to tour the region. It is considered best practice to spend the first day of your trip at Leh just to relax and acclimatize to high altitude weather conditions.

Acclimatize means to adapt to a new temperature, altitude, climate or environment. It takes around 24 hrs to acclimatize there. All Indian Paradise Ladakh tours are designed in such a way that our guests get enough time to acclimatize in Leh.

Acute mountain Sickness (AMS) is a kind of Altitude sickness that is caused by reduced air pressure and lower oxygen levels at high altitudes. If you get to a high altitude too quickly, your body may not be able to adapt immediately to the lack of oxygen thereby causing AMS. Some people acclimatize quickly whereas others acclimatize slowly. There is no significant correlation between age / gender / physical fitness and AMS; even Olympic athletes may suffer from AMS.

We have a few recommendations to prevent acute mountain sickness: • Day one of the tour should be kept free for acclimatization • As you reach there simply lie down and rest • Avoid strenuous physical activities • While moving around, walk slowly • Stay well hydrated and eat small meals • Acclimatization is often accompanied by fluid loss so one should drink plenty of water • Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol • Protect yourself from the cold and the sun

Yes, anyone who is medically fit and healthy can visit Ladakh. It is a suitable destination for every family and everyone in the family. Indian Paradise offers various categories of tours which cater to everyone in the family, from the youngest family member to the senior most.

Ladakh is perhaps one of the safest destinations for couples. It could be one of the most romantic places in India for couples to travel to. There are amazing lakes, thrilling mountain passes, cold deserts and a number of adventure sports activities that couples could enjoy together during their visit to Ladakh. In fact, we do offer a Honeymoon Special Ladakh Tour of 7 days.

Indian Paradise is well established and very popular amongst travellers for Ladakh tours. We have tours to Ladakh for Young Explorers in the age group of 8-18, YOLO Adventures for young adults in the age group of 18-35, Treks & Hikes for the age group of 15-55, golden age celebration tours for seniors’ in the age group of 55+, Road Trips for nature enthusiasts, Honeymoon Tours for newly married young couples, Couples Only Tours for middle age couples, Women’s Special Tours, Family Tours, Corporate Tours, Luxury Tours, and also Customized Holidays - ‘Just the way you like it!’.

It is advisable to consult your doctor before booking a tour to Ladakh. You can travel once the doctor approves. Also, you should remember to carry related medicines if any.

Yes, if one has completely recovered from covid-19 and their doctor has confirmed that they are fit to travel, then they can visit Ladakh.

May to October is considered the best time to visit Ladakh. During these months, Ladakh has a pleasant weather and the temperature ranges between 10℃ and 30℃. Indian Paradise also has winter tours and packages for adventure seekers.

Indian Paradise tour packages are designed in a way that it covers all the major attractions. Some of the wonderful places included in our various tours are Leh, Nubra valley, Turtuk Village, Hunder Village, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri, Hanle, Khardung La Pass, Changla pass, Drass War Memorial, Hall of Fame War Museum, Magnetic Hill, Patthar Sahib Gurudwara, Diskit Monastery, Lamayuru Monastery, Thiksey Monastery, Shey Palace, Shanti Stupa, Alchi Gompa, Hemis Gompa etc. Our trekking expeditions include high mountain passes and stunning vistas like Markha Valley, Sham, Stok, Lamayuru etc.

The duration depends on your plan and time on hand. Indian Paradise has many tours for Ladakh eg. ‘All of Ladakh’ tour of 11 days, ‘Leh with Nubra Valley’ tour of 5 days, ‘Manali - Leh - Srinagar’ and other road trips of 15 days etc.

Ladakh is well connected by road from Manali and Srinagar through National Highway No. 1. It is also well connected by air from Mumbai, Delhi and various other metro cities of India. If you have less time on hand, you can choose to fly to Leh, but if you are a road trip lover you can travel by road and enjoy the magnificent sights through the journey. Most of Indian Paradise’s tours are inclusive of air ticket (Ex-Mumbai). If you are residing in other metro cities of India then you can join the tour directly at Leh by purchasing your own air ticket. Ex-Leh tour prices are also available.

Though Ladakh is a remote region, it has many hotels, guest houses, homestays, tents, camps and hostels. According to the tour category, Indian Paradise offers comfortable and clean properties with necessary amenities, which have been appreciated by the guests.

For travelling within the regions of Ladakh, non-AC cars, jeeps and tempo travellers / mini coaches are available for tourists. For Indian Paradise tours, we use small cars or large ones viz. Xylo or Innova with 4-6 guests in one vehicle.

You do not require any permit to enter Leh and visit the places around it. But you will need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit remote places in Ladakh like Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Kargil, Tso Moriri, Hanle etc. When you are with Indian Paradise you need not worry as all permits are taken care of.

It is always recommended to practise cardio and breathing exercises regularly before the tour starts as it will help to maintain stamina and improve oxygen level. You can also consult your physician for the same.

As per the current regulations you must carry the following documents. Your Indian Paradise travel advisor shall guide you through it at the time of booking. • Aadhar Card/ Voters ID / Driving Licence / Passport • Passport sized photographs • Covid vaccination certificate (situational) • Negative covid test report • For NRI and foreign national guests, along with passport, valid Indian visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is necessary

While packing for Ladakh, ensure there are body thermals, sweater/jackets along with regular clothes that comfortable to wear. Apart from these, comfortable walking shoes, umbrella/windcheater, sun glasses, small torch, sunscreen lotion/cream, skin moisturizer, vapour rub (vicks), camphor, insect repellents, Glucose (Glucon D), toffees etc. Also, carry your regular medicines and basic first aid kit.

Usually internet & Wi-Fi is available at hotels in Leh, but as you go further, network and data connectivity may get weaker. BSNL, Airtel and Jio are popular network & data service providers in the region.

Though Ladakh is a remote location, we try to provide fresh, tasty food to our guests. A typical meal plan: morning tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, evening tea/coffee with snacks, dinner including soup and dessert. Eggs and non-vegetarian dishes are available and are provided as per meal preference.

Indian Paradise Tour Manager will be there with you right from the first day of group tour at Leh to the last day until the group is dropped off at Leh airport. S/he shall accompany the group to all the destinations and sightseeing places in the tour itinerary.

Indian Paradise and its local associates are always there to provide assistance. Doctor-on-call service is available at Leh. Local hospitals are well equipped to treat any kind of medical emergency. In remote areas, army hospitals assist in providing the best possible care.

• Julley!: Hello, Goodbye, Thank you • Nhatoh delex : Good morning! • Khamzang in-a ley?: How are you? • Khamzang in-la : I am okay • Nyerang e -ming-a chi-in ley?: What is your name? • Nye ming-a __ in ley: My name is__ • Nyerang ka-ne yin?: Where are you from? • Nga Mumbai ne yin: I am from Mumbai • Hagoa: Do you understand? • Hago le!: I understand • Hamago le: I do not understand

• Dress appropriately as Ladakhi culture and traditions are ancient • Always ask for permission before clicking photographs of local and unknown people • Do not use plastic and polythene bags as plastic is officially banned in Ladakh • Keep the environment and facilities clean • Save water • Carry camphor at all times as it is known to ease breathing at high altitudes where oxygen level is low

There are a few ATMs available in Leh town but you may not find them anywhere else in Ladakh. Sometimes in extreme climate, especially during winters, ATMs may be non-operational due to weather conditions and power issues. It is always advisable to carry sufficient cash while travelling to Ladakh.