Ladakh Adventure: Nubra and Pangong

Leh · Nubra Valley · Pangong Tso

Duration

6 nights / 7 days

Trip style

Adventure

Stay category

3 to 4 star, or similar

Trip highlights

Khardung La pass
Nubra Valley's sand dunes
Pangong Tso lake
Camel ride in Hunder

Take this itinerary with you

A 7-day plan as a PDF: the day-by-day itinerary, what is included, good-to-know notes and how to change it. Free, and a copy is emailed to you.

Day-by-day itinerary

Suggested itinerary, customised on enquiry

Day 1Arrival and transfer

Arrive at Leh (3,500 m). Check in and rest fully to acclimatise. Drink plenty of water and avoid strenuous activity.

Day 2Leh at rest

Rest and acclimatise. Visit Shanti Stupa in the evening.

Day 3Leh to Nubra via Khardung La

Cross Khardung La, one of the world's highest motorable passes, to reach Nubra Valley.

Day 4Nubra Valley

Visit Diskit Monastery and Hunder's sand dunes, with a camel ride (optional).

Day 5Nubra to Pangong

Drive to Pangong Tso via the Shyok river valley, arriving in time for the lake's changing evening colours.

Day 6Pangong to Leh

Enjoy sunrise at the lake, then drive back to Leh via Chang La pass.

Day 7Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Altitude is the main planning issue, so the first day is rest. We advise on permits, packing and fitness when you enquire. Inner Line Permits for Nubra and Pangong are arranged.

Included

Accommodation for the nights shown, in the stay category above, on twin sharing
Private car or coach for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Daily breakfast where the stay offers it, and any other meals confirmed in your quote
Sightseeing as per the itinerary, with a driver who knows the route
Toll, parking and driver charges on the routes shown