GETTING THERE

There are non-stop flights daily from New Delhi to Leh Airport. Other major cities have connecting flights. STAY Both Chery Dolma’s homestay and Lchang Nang Retreat are listed on Airbnb. Located in

Fiang, Chery Dolma’s Homestay

(from `2,000) is ideal for travellers looking for a cosy stay with a warm local family. The home is adequately equipped for a comfortable stay. Lchang Nang Retreat (from `13,000) in Nubra Valley is an eco-conscious retreat with 17 Ladakhi-style cottages immersed in natural beauty. The retreat also offers

many nature-inspired experiences such as picnics, yoga, stargazing, nature walks, a farm table, etc. airbnb.co.in SEE Consider visiting the Sangam, the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. It is also credited as the world’s highest river-rafting point. Khardungla Top—claimed to be the world’s highest motorable road—is another famous attraction. Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Shanti Stupa, and Magnetic Hill also draw tourists. When in Nubra Valley, the Sumur Sand Dunes are a must-visit and the nearby Samstanling Monastery is a famous tourist spot.