Day 1
- Arrive in Leh and check in near the main bazaar.
- Rest for the whole day to adjust to the altitude.
- Drink plenty of fluids and avoid climbing stairs or hills.
4 days in Leh
A slow first day for the altitude, then the town sights, the Indus valley monasteries and an easy last day.
Day 2
- Start at Spituk Monastery, about 8 km from town.
- Stop at the Hall of Fame on the way back.
- Visit Leh Palace in the afternoon.
- Drive up to Shanti Stupa for sunset.
Day 3
- Leave early for Hemis Monastery, about 40 km away.
- Return via Thiksey Monastery.
- Stop at Shey Palace and Monastery.
- Be back in Leh by evening.
Day 4
- See the Central Asian Museum in the old town.
- Walk back up to Leh Palace or the bazaar if time allows.
- Leave for the airport or the bus stand.