This 8-day Ladakh adventure takes you across some of the most breathtaking and remote landscapes of the Himalayas. Starting with acclimatization in Leh, you’ll explore the historic monasteries, palaces, and the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. The journey then leads you over the mighty Khardung La Pass into the enchanting Nubra Valley, with its sand dunes and double-humped camels.
A full-day excursion to Turtuk, India’s last village before the Pakistan border, offers a unique glimpse into Balti culture and stunning views of the Karakoram range. From Nubra, travel along the scenic Shyok River to the magical Pangong Lake, famous for its shifting shades of blue.
The adventure deepens as you drive through remote routes along Maan, Merak, and Chushul, past war memorials and untouched Changthang landscapes, to reach Hanle—home to a 17th-century monastery and the world’s highest astronomical observatory. On the return, experience the charm of hot springs at Chumathang before concluding the journey in Leh.
This itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking scenic drives, high-altitude lakes, border villages, and offbeat adventures while experiencing Ladakh’s culture, spirituality, and wilderness.
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”
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 where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Welcome drink on arrival. The rest of the day is at leisure for acclimatization to the high altitude.
Late afternoon visit Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace.
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Shanti Stupa: Built by a Japanese Buddhist organization in 1991 to commemorate 2500 years of Buddhism and promote world peace. Located on Changspa hilltop with panoramic views of Leh town.
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Leh Palace: 17th-century palace built by King Singee Namgyal. Once the royal residence, now partly in ruins but still offers wonderful views and historical significance.
Overnight stay at Leh.
Day : 02
Route: Sham Valley Sightseeing
Place Covered: Hall of Fame (4 KMs) – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib (21 KMs) – Magnetic Hill (2 KMs) – Sangam (3 KMs) – Alchi (40 KMs)
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 70 km one way (6–7 hrs including sightseeing)
Road Condition: Excellent
After breakfast, drive west of Leh to Sham Valley for a full-day sightseeing tour:
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Hall of Fame: Army museum built in memory of soldiers martyred in Indo-Pak wars.
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Magnetic Hill: A gravity-defying spot where vehicles seem to move uphill against gravity.
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Sangam: The confluence of Indus and Zanskar Rivers, distinctly visible with different colors.
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Alchi Monastery: 11th-century monastic complex famous for Kashmiri-influenced murals and ancient art.
Return to Leh for overnight stay.
Day : 03
Route: Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley
Place Covered: Leh (40 KMs) – Khardung La (18,380 ft) – Khardung Village (34 KMs) – Khalsar (23 KMs) – Diskit (19 KMs) – Hunder (7 KMs)
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), otherwise smooth 2-lane road under widening.
Food Recommendation: Dhabas at North Pullu, Khardung Village, Khalsar, Diskit.
After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes. Enjoy views of the Zanskar and Karakoram ranges. Descend towards Nubra, passing Khardung and Khalsar villages, then reach Diskit and Hunder. Evening visit sand dunes at Hunder to see double-humped Bactrian camels. Overnight in Nubra Valley.
Day : 04
Route / Place Covered: Nubra – Turtuk – Nubra
Place Covered: Hunder – Diskit – Turtuk – return to Hunder
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, some rough patches after Bogdang.
Food Recommendation: Simple local restaurants in Diskit & Turtuk.
Full-day excursion to Turtuk, the last village before the Indo-Pak border opened to tourism in 2010. It is a beautiful Balti village with apricot orchards, stone houses, wooden bridges, and views of the mighty Karakoram range. Explore the unique culture, meet locals, and visit the village museum. Return to Nubra by evening. Overnight stay in Nubra.
Day : 05
Route: Nubra – Agham – Shyok – Pangong Tso
Place Covered: Hunder – Diskit – Khalsar – Agham (31 KMs) – Shyok Village (48 KMs) – Durbuk (18 KMs) – Tangtse (9 KMs) – Pangong Lake (34 KMs)
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 (landslides, riverbeds), rest decent.
Food Recommendation: Dhabas at Khalsar, Tangtse, Pangong.
After breakfast, drive to Pangong Lake via Shyok route. En route visit Diskit Monastery (with 32m Maitreya Buddha statue). The journey offers stunning views of mountains and river valleys. Arrive Pangong Lake, famous for its ever-changing colors and breathtaking high-altitude beauty. Overnight stay at Pangong.
Day : 06
Route: Pangong – Maan – Merak – Chushul – Tsaga – Nyoma – Loma – Hanle
Place Covered: Pangong – Maan – Merak – Chushul – Tsaga – Nyoma – 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.
After breakfast, drive along Pangong’s banks towards Maan and Merak villages. Continue via Chushul (permit check), passing Rezang La War Memorial and Tsaga La. Travel through Changthang plateau, home to nomads and wild kiangs. By evening arrive in Hanle, a remote village famous for its ancient monastery and Indian Astronomical Observatory (world’s highest). Overnight stay in Hanle.
Day : 07
Route: Hanle – Nyoma – Mahe – Chumathang – Upshi – Leh
Place Covered: Hanle – Nyoma – Mahe – Chumathang – Upshi – Leh
Night Stay: Leh, Hotel | Altitude: 11,562 ft (3,524 mts)
Distance / Time Taken: 250 km (7–8 hrs approx)
Road Condition: Mostly good blacktop roads with few rough stretches.
After breakfast, drive back from Hanle to Leh. En route stop at Nyoma and Mahe bridge. Visit Chumathang, known for its hot springs, before continuing along the Indus River valley towards Upshi and finally Leh. Overnight stay at Leh.
Day : 08
Route: Leh – Airport (Departure)
After breakfast, get transferred to Leh Airport for your onward flight.
——— Tour Concludes ——
Time to say goodbye to the mountains and fellow travelers with memories of Nubra, Turtuk, Pangong, Hanle, and Leh etched forever.
