Ladakh

India

Over 11,500ft up on the high plateau of north-eastern India, Ladakh, often referred to as ‘little Tibet’, is geographically, anthropologically and culturally part of Tibet but actually belongs to India.

A high-altitude desert streaked with turquoise glacial lakes, fast flowing rivers flanked by lush green valleys and the backdrop of snow capped Himalaya mountains, this is a starkly beautiful place.

Though Ladakh has long been on the map for backpackers, mostly staying in and around Leh, it is not yet featured as a destination for the adventurous luxury traveller.

Our ‘village house’ experience avoids the over commercialisation of Leh and heads off the beaten track to three unspoilt villages in the Indus valley.

Enjoy a seven night experience staying in authentic, charming Tibetan style village homes, taking gentle walks, private visits to unspoilt Buddhist monasteries and thrilling rafting journeys on the Indus and Zanskar rivers.

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