This 11-day Ladakh frontier journey blends adventure, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore Leh’s monasteries, cross the mighty Khardung La into Nubra Valley, and visit the remote border villages of Turtuk and Siachen Base Camp. Continue to the shimmering waters of Pangong Lake, drive through the untouched Changthang plateau to Hanle, and conquer Umling La Pass (19,024 ft), the world’s highest motorable road. The journey culminates at the turquoise jewel of Tso Moriri Lake before returning to Leh — an unforgettable circuit through Ladakh’s most spectacular frontiers.
What is included in the tour
Inclusions
- Private car exclusively for your tour
- Vehicle operates on a point-to-point basis (not at disposal)
- Toll, parking, driver’s food, and lodging included
- Fuel charges covered in the package
- All applicable union taxes and fees included
- Experienced local driver familiar with Ladakh routes
What is NOT included in the tour
Exclusions
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone, table drinks, and portage
- Airfare (domestic or international)
- Sightseeing tours/activities not mentioned in the program
- Monument/monastery entry fees
- Any kind of insurance (travel, medical, or accidental)
- Any joy rides (camel ride, ATV ride, rafting, etc.)
- Accommodation charges (unless specified separately)
- Inner Line Permits / Protected Area Permits
- Oxygen cylinder rental
- Additional costs due to rerouting caused by roadblocks
- Any other services not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”
Itinerary
Day : 01
Route: Airport – Leh (By Air) 5–7 KMs
Place Covered: Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace (within 3 KMs radius)
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 5–6 km (30 minutes approx)
Arrival at Leh Airport, meet our representative, and transfer to hotel. Welcome drink on arrival. Rest of the day at leisure to acclimatise. Late afternoon visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day : 02
Route: Sham Valley Sightseeing
Place Covered: Hall of Fame – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – Magnetic Hill – Sangam – Alchi Monastery
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 70 km one way (6–7 hrs incl. sightseeing)
Road Condition: Excellent
Full-day tour of Sham Valley covering Hall of Fame museum, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Sangam (confluence of Indus & Zanskar), and Alchi Monastery. Return to Leh. Overnight stay at Leh.
Day : 03
Route: Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley
Place Covered: Leh – Khardung La (40 KMs) – Khardung Village – Khalsar – Diskit – Hunder
Night Stay: Nubra, Camp/Hotel | Altitude: 10,000 ft (3,250 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 125 km (4–5 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Rough patches near Khardung La (15–20 KMs), rest smooth.
Drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes. Continue to Diskit Monastery and the Hunder sand dunes, where you can enjoy a ride on double-humped Bactrian camels. Overnight stay in Nubra.
Day : 04
Route: Nubra – Turtuk – Nubra
Place Covered: Hunder – Diskit – Turtuk – return
Night Stay: Nubra, Camp/Hotel | Altitude: 10,000 ft (3,250 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 180 km round trip (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mostly good with some rough patches.
Excursion to Turtuk, a Balti village near the Indo–Pak border. Experience its unique culture, apricot orchards, wooden houses, and views of the Karakoram. Return to Nubra in evening. Overnight stay in Nubra.
Day : 05
Route: Nubra – Siachen Base Camp – Nubra
Place Covered: Hunder – Panamik – Sasoma – Siachen Base Camp – return
Night Stay: Nubra, Camp/Hotel | Altitude: 10,000 ft (3,250 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 160 km round trip (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mostly good, some rough stretches.
Today drive to the legendary Siachen Base Camp, the highest and coldest battlefield in the world, guarded by the Indian Army. En route enjoy views of Panamik hot springs and Sasoma valley. Spend time at base camp interacting with soldiers (if allowed) and understanding the incredible challenges of this frontier. Return to Nubra for overnight stay.
Day : 06
Route: Nubra – Agham – Shyok – Pangong Tso
Place Covered: Hunder – Diskit – Khalsar – Agham – Shyok – Durbuk – Tangtse – Pangong
Night Stay: Pangong, Camp/Hotel | Altitude: 14,270 ft (4,350 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 150 km (5–6 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Bad patches after Agham, otherwise fair.
Drive to Pangong Lake via the scenic Shyok route. En route visit Diskit Monastery. Arrive at Pangong by afternoon and witness its world-famous changing hues. Overnight stay near Pangong Lake.
Day : 07
Route: Pangong – Maan – Merak – Chushul – Tsaga – Nyoma – Hanle
Place Covered: Pangong – Maan – Merak – Chushul – Tsaga – Loma – Hanle
Night Stay: Hanle, Guesthouse/Camp | Altitude: 14,764 ft (4,500 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 180 km (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mix of good and rough roads. Permit required at Chushul.
Drive along Pangong’s banks via Maan & Merak villages. Pass Chushul, stop at Rezang La Memorial, and cross Tsaga La to reach Hanle, home to a 17th-century monastery and the world’s highest observatory. Overnight stay at Hanle.
Day : 08
Route: Hanle – Umling La – Hanle
Place Covered: Hanle – Ukdungle – Umling La Pass – return
Night Stay: Hanle, Guesthouse/Camp | Altitude: 14,764 ft (4,500 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 150 km round trip (6–7 hrs approx)
Road Condition: High-altitude dirt roads, remote and challenging.
Day excursion to Umling La Pass (19,024 ft) – the highest motorable pass in the world. Experience the thrill of standing at this incredible height, overlooking barren yet majestic Himalayan ranges. Return to Hanle for overnight stay.
Day : 09
Route: Hanle – Nyoma – Mahe – Korzok – Tso Moriri
Place Covered: Hanle – Nyoma – Mahe – Karzok (Tso Moriri)
Night Stay: Tso Moriri, Camp/Hotel | Altitude: 14,836 ft (4,522 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 150 km (6–7 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mix of good and rough roads.
After breakfast, drive to Tso Moriri Lake, Ladakh’s largest high-altitude lake. Visit the Korzok Monastery by the lake and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this turquoise jewel surrounded by barren mountains. Overnight stay at Tso Moriri.
Day : 10
Route: Tso Moriri – Puga – Tsokar – Tanglang La – Leh
Place Covered: Tso Moriri – Puga Valley – Tsokar Lake – Tanglang La – Upshi – Leh
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 250 km (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Good with rough stretches near passes.
Drive back to Leh via Puga Valley (famous for geothermal hot springs), Tsokar Lake, and cross Tanglang La (17,582 ft), the world’s second-highest motorable pass. Reach Leh by evening. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day : 11
Route: Leh – Airport (Departure)
After breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for onward flight.
—— Tour Concludes ——
Return with lifelong memories of Leh, Nubra, Turtuk, Siachen, Pangong, Hanle, Umling La & Tso Moriri — the most adventurous Ladakh frontier circuit
