Budget planner
How much does a Ladakh trip cost?
Pick your group, days and comfort level for an instant estimate, then see what each budget really buys on the ground.
What each budget buys
| Tier | Per person / day | Stay | Transport | Food |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ₹2,500–₹4,000 | Guesthouses and homestays | Shared taxis, scooters and buses | Local dhabas and cafés |
| Comfort | ₹5,000–₹8,000 | 3-star hotels and Swiss-tent camps | Shared or private SUV | Hotel breakfast and dinner |
| Premium | ₹9,000–₹15,000 | 4-star and boutique heritage stays | Private SUV with senior driver | All meals, curated restaurants |
| Luxury | ₹18,000–₹35,000 | Luxury camps and top boutique hotels | Luxury SUV, private guide | Private dining experiences |
Sample trip budgets
| Group | Backpacker | Comfort | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solo, 6 days | ₹15k–₹24k | ₹30k–₹48k | ₹54k–₹90k | ₹108k–₹210k |
| Couple, 6 days | ₹30k–₹48k | ₹60k–₹96k | ₹108k–₹180k | ₹216k–₹420k |
| Family of 4, 7 days | ₹70k–₹112k | ₹140k–₹224k | ₹252k–₹420k | ₹504k–₹980k |
| Friends ×6, 9 days | ₹135k–₹216k | ₹270k–₹432k | ₹486k–₹810k | ₹972k–₹1,890k |
Prices are indicative starting points per person on twin sharing, excluding flights. Final quotes depend on season, group size and availability.
Ways to save, ways to splurge
Save
- Travel in May or early October
- Share an SUV within a group of 5–6
- Choose homestays over hotels
- Book flights 6–8 weeks ahead
Splurge
- Luxury camps in Nubra and at Pangong
- A private naturalist for snow leopards
- Heritage stays in Leh’s old town
- A private photographer for the trip
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