Ladakh

Ladakh is one of India's most dramatic adventure destinations, set between the Himalaya, Zanskar, and Karakoram ranges. Most trips start in Leh and build slowly because of altitude, then branch toward monasteries, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Indus Valley villages, and trekking routes such as Markha Valley. Its popularity comes with a responsibility to acclimatize properly, avoid rushed road trips, respect monastery etiquette, and travel with awareness of fragile high-altitude environments.