a trans-himalayan photo
tour (tribes of silk route and nomads of changthang)

Upon arrival at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, you will be greeted by our airport representative, who will be waiting in the arrival hall holding a placard with your name. After a warm welcome, you will be transferred to your hotel in Aerocity, conveniently located near the airport for your onward flight to Leh the following day. Our representative will provide a brief introduction to Delhi, explain the arrangements for your upcoming journey and confirm your flight details and pick-up time for the next morning. He will also assist you with hotel check-in and check-out procedures to ensure a smooth and comfortable start to your adventure. Overnight in Hotel with breakfast basis.

After breakfast, our airport representative will assist you with check-out from the hotel and transfer you to Delhi Airport for your flight to Leh. If a tour escort is accompanying the group, they will assist with all airport formalities and ensure a smooth journey. The flight to Leh takes approximately one hour and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan mountain range with countless snow-capped peaks visible along the way. We always try our best to arrange window seats so guests can enjoy these incredible views. Upon arrival in Leh (3,500 metres / 11,500 feet above sea level) please put on a warm jacket and cover your head before leaving the aircraft. Inside the arrival hall, you may be required to complete a simple tourism registration form with details such as your name, passport number, visa number, address, country of origin, duration of stay, and local reference. After collecting your luggage, you will be welcomed by your local guide outside the airport and transferred to your hotel in Leh, just a 10-minute drive away. Your guide will assist with check-in and provide a briefing on acclimatisation, expedition plans, important dos and don’ts  and the schedule for the coming days. All meals are included during your stay in Leh. The remainder of the day is reserved for complete rest to help your body acclimatise to the high altitude. Please click here to learn more about acclimatisation and staying healthy at altitude.

Flight: Approx.1 hrs 10 minutes
Altitude: Leh – 3,650 m

Today begins with an early morning wake-up call, followed by tea or coffee before departing for a 30-minute drive to the famous Thiksey Monastery. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the Indus Valley, Thiksey is one of Ladakh's largest and most beautiful monastery known for its impressive architecture and magnificent 15-metre-high Maitreya Buddha statue. We will attend the morning prayer ceremony, offering a unique opportunity to experience monastic life, observe the monks' daily rituals and enjoy excellent photography opportunities. During our visit we will explore the main prayer hall, the giant Buddha statue, protector chapels, the Dolma (Tara) temple, and rooftop areas where monks often perform traditional conch shell blowing ceremonies. After approximately two hours at the monastery, we return to the hotel for breakfast. The remainder of the morning is free for relaxation and acclimatisation until lunch. After lunch, explore the narrow lanes of Leh Old Town, local markets and everyday street life before ending the day with a sunset shoot from Leh Palace and Tsemo Hill overlooking the town.

Drive: Approx. 50km

Drive across the mighty Khardung La, one of the world's highest motorable mountain passes, before descending into the beautiful Nubra Valley. Along the way, stop for breathtaking mountain landscapes and village scenes. In the evening, photograph the famous Hunder Sand Dunes where the golden light, sand patterns and double-humped Bactrian camels create spectacular sunset images.

Drive: Approx. 130 km
Altitude: Hunder – 3,100 m

Spend the day exploring the cultural heart of Nubra Valley. Visit ancient monasteries, traditional villages and local homes, where you will have opportunities to photograph daily life, village kitchens, farming activities, elders, children and beautiful environmental portraits. Throughout the day, we move at a relaxed pace to make the most of the available light and meaningful interactions with local families.

Drive: Approx. 60 km
Altitude: 3,100 m

Leave Nubra Valley and journey towards the magnificent Pangong Lake through remote mountain landscapes. The route offers endless opportunities for landscape photography, high mountain passes, colourful rock formations and grazing wildlife. Reach Pangong by afternoon and enjoy an unforgettable sunset shoot as the lake changes colour with the evening light.

Drive: Approx. 180 km
Altitude: 4,250 m

After an early morning photography session at Pangong Lake, continue towards the remote Tso Moriri Lake through the vast Changthang Plateau. The drive passes through one of Ladakh's most spectacular high-altitude wilderness areas, offering excellent opportunities for landscape and wildlife photography. Arrive at Tso Moriri in time for sunset photography along the lakeshore.

Drive: Approx. 240 km
Altitude: 4,522 m

Spend the entire day with the Changpa nomads, documenting one of the last surviving nomadic cultures of the Himalaya. Photograph their traditional yak-hair tents, family life, Pashmina goat herding, yak caravans, weaving, cooking and daily activities. Morning and evening provide beautiful natural light for portraits, while the day allows time for storytelling and intimate cultural photography.

Drive: Local Excursions
Altitude: 4,500 m

Drive towards the peaceful village of Teri, where you will stay with a local Ladakhi family. Experience authentic village life, traditional farming, local cuisine and warm hospitality. The evening offers excellent opportunities to photograph farming activities, family life and beautiful golden-hour landscapes around the village.

Drive: Approx. 140 km
Altitude: Approx. 3,900 m

Enjoy a relaxed morning photographing village life as the day begins. Capture farmers at work, village streets, traditional homes and the beautiful morning light before driving back to Leh. The afternoon is free to relax or enjoy a final walk through the local market.

Drive: Approx. 150 km
Altitude: 3,650

After breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for your flight to Delhi, where you will connect with your international flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories and a unique collection of photographs. As per your International flight, you will be picked by our airport representative and transfer to International airport for flight back home.

Drive: Airport Transfer (Approx. 10 km)