lTime to visit: June to October

lGetting there: Leh is connected by Indian Airlines (IA) and Jet Airways. There are daily IA flights to Leh from Delhi and thrice weekly flights on Jet Airways. The two overland routes to Leh are from Srinagar (road open from June-October) and Manali (road open from July-September).

lLocal transport: Within Ladakh, buses ply between major towns and villages. Hiring vehicles is also possible.

lWhere to stay: Private hotels, guest-houses and government hotels.

lWhat to take along: Sunscreen, shades, shorts and T-shirts; sneakers and rubber sandals, a windcheater, light sweaters and a first aid box.