For over 20 years, Far Destinations Tours has designed tailor-made journeys across India \u2014 and the Ladakh and Himalaya region is where the country's landscape becomes something else entirely. High in the mountains, this region is made up of vast desert valleys, turquoise lakes, snow-capped peaks and centuries-old Buddhist monasteries, reached by some of the highest motorable passes on earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These regions reward careful planning more than almost any other destination we work in. Altitude, road conditions and a short travel season (May to September) all shape how an itinerary should be paced. We build acclimatisation into every trip from the outset, brief every traveller before departure, and keep a single point of contact throughout \u2014 the same approach we bring to every Far Destinations Tours itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do you manage the risk of altitude sickness?<\/strong> We build a rest day into Leh at the start of every itinerary and brief you in advance on symptoms and precautions \u2014 most travellers adjust well when the pace is properly managed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When is the best time to visit Ladakh and the Himalaya?<\/strong> May to September, while the high mountain passes are open. July and August are the best months for reaching Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are these regions suitable for families or first-time high-altitude travellers?<\/strong> Yes, with the right pacing \u2014 we adjust altitude gain and daily distances to your group, and always recommend a few extra buffer days for families or first-timers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n