
North Sikkim — Gangtok, Lachen & Gurudongmar
From cloud-forest monasteries to a frozen alpine lake at 17,800 feet.

The high-altitude cold desert of India, in one perfectly-paced expedition.
Fly into Leh, acclimatise slowly, and unroll a week across the moonlike valleys of Nubra, the impossible blue of Pangong Tso, and the monasteries of the Indus. This is Ladakh at its widest — big skies, silent passes, warm homestays, and a small crew of travellers who will feel like old friends by the last night.
Airport pickup, check into the homestay by 10am. Slow day — hydration, rest, a light walk to Leh Market in the evening. Group welcome dinner with our trip leader.
Shanti Stupa at sunrise. Thiksey and Hemis monasteries. Meet the monks, spin the prayer wheels. Early night — tomorrow is a big pass.
Drive across Khardung La (5,359m). Descend into the Nubra Valley. Camel ride on the Hunder dunes at golden hour. Camp under a million stars.
A day trip to Turtuk, the last village before the border — apricots, buckwheat pancakes, and a story from every doorstep.
The dramatic Shyok river route. Arrive lakeside by afternoon. Watch Pangong shift through seven shades of blue as the sun drops.
Sunrise at the lake, then drive back over Chang La. Farewell dinner in Leh with live Ladakhi folk music.
Airport drops. Onward journeys. Post-trip photo album delivered within 10 days.
Honestly the best trip I've taken. The pacing was perfect and the group felt like family by day two.
The trip leader knew every viewpoint, every good chai stop, every shortcut. Ten out of ten. Would book again tomorrow.

From cloud-forest monasteries to a frozen alpine lake at 17,800 feet.
The wettest place on earth, cleanest river in Asia, and bridges grown from roots.
Four days of independent music, rice fields and bamboo huts in the clouds.