Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake, Ladakh, India
Ladakh: High Passes, Desert Valleys & Pangong Lake
Journey through Ladakh’s dramatic mountain passes, ancient monasteries, cold-desert valleys and the unforgettable blue waters of Pangong Lake.
About this trip
Discover Ladakh on a carefully paced seven-day journey through Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake. Explore ancient monasteries, drive across spectacular mountain passes, visit Hunder’s cold-desert dunes and spend a night beside Pangong’s changing blue waters. The official Ladakh Tourism website features Pangong Lake, Nubra’s sand dunes and Ladakh’s monasteries among its signature experiences.
Day 1 – Arrival in Leh: Meet your driver at Leh Airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest completely and allow your body to adjust to the altitude.
Day 2 – Acclimatisation in Leh: Continue acclimatising with gentle exploration around Leh Market and nearby locations. Avoid strenuous sightseeing.
Day 3 – Leh sightseeing: Visit Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Hall of Fame, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and the Sangam of the Indus and Zanskar rivers.
Day 4 – Leh to Nubra Valley: Travel towards Nubra Valley after completing the acclimatisation period. Cross Khardung La, visit Diskit Monastery and explore the Hunder sand dunes.
Day 5 – Nubra to Pangong Lake: Follow the scenic Shyok route towards Pangong Lake, subject to road and weather conditions. Check in near the lake and enjoy the peaceful evening views.
Day 6 – Pangong to Leh: Watch the morning light over Pangong before returning to Leh through Chang La. Spend the evening resting or shopping in Leh Market.
Day 7 – Departure: Check out after breakfast and transfer to Leh Airport.
The Leh district administration requires tourists arriving in Leh to complete at least 48 hours of acclimatisation before travelling to higher-altitude areas such as Khardung La and Pangong Lake. Official advisory
Highlights
- Explore Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa
- Visit Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- See the Indus and Zanskar river confluence
- Cross the spectacular Khardung La
- Visit Diskit Monastery in Nubra Valley
- Explore Hunder’s cold-desert sand dunes
- See the famous double-humped Bactrian camels
- Stay overnight near Pangong Lake
- Return to Leh through Chang La
- Experience Ladakh’s monasteries and mountain landscapes
Inclusions
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Leh
- 1 night’s accommodation in Nubra Valley
- 1 night’s accommodation near Pangong Lake
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Leh Airport pickup and drop
- Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- Leh local sightseeing
- Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake excursion
- Applicable permit assistance
- Driver allowance, parking and applicable tolls
- Assistance throughout the journey
- All applicable hotel taxes
NoteThe ₹36,999 price assumes twin-sharing accommodation. Flights, attraction tickets and personal expenses are excluded. Pangong, Nubra and mountain-pass travel should remain subject to permits, weather, road conditions and official advisories.