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Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso Group Trip
Ladakh7 Days 6 Nightsgroup tour

Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso Group Trip

Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso Group Trip, photo 1
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Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso Group Trip, photo 4

Duration

7 Days 6 Nights

Pickup

Leh Airport (IXL)

Drop

Leh Airport (IXL)

Type

Short-haul

Overview & Highlights

This group trip covers Ladakh's best-known sights over six nights: four in Leh, one in Nubra Valley and one beside Pangong Tso. The first two days stay in and around Leh so your body can adjust to the altitude before you cross Khardung La into Nubra Valley. In Nubra you visit Diskit Monastery and its giant Maitreya Buddha statue and walk on the Hunder sand dunes, home to double-humped Bactrian camels. A long scenic drive then takes you to Pangong Tso, and you return to Leh over Chang La, with a stop at Thiksey Monastery. The last full day takes in Hemis Monastery and Leh Palace. A trip captain travels with the group, and vegetarian and Jain meal options are available on request. Day 1 is a rest day on purpose, and we ask every guest to keep it that way.

  • A rest day in Leh at the start, to acclimatise at around 3,500 metres
  • Sham Valley: Alchi, the Indus and Zanskar Sangam and the Magnetic Hill
  • Khardung La and a night in Nubra Valley
  • Diskit Monastery and the Hunder sand dunes at sunset
  • A night beside Pangong Tso, with sunrise over the lake, weather permitting
  • Thiksey and Hemis monasteries and Leh Palace
  • Trip captain with the group and vegetarian and Jain options on request

Itinerary

1Day 1: Arrival in Leh | Rest and Acclimatisation
  • Arrive at Leh Airport and meet your trip captain.
  • Transfer to your hotel and check in.
  • Rest for the whole day, which is essential at around 3,500 metres.
  • Drink plenty of water, eat light and avoid alcohol and smoking.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.
2Day 2: Sham Valley | Magnetic Hill | Sangam | Alchi
  • After breakfast, drive west from Leh along the Indus valley.
  • See the Magnetic Hill, where vehicles appear to roll uphill, and visit Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.
  • Stop at the Sangam, where the Indus and Zanskar rivers meet, and continue to Alchi to see its ancient monastery.
  • Return to Leh in the afternoon and rest.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.
3Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La | Diskit | Hunder Dunes
  • After an early breakfast, drive north from Leh to Khardung La, at around 5,300 metres.
  • Stay at the pass only briefly, as the air is very thin.
  • Continue down into Nubra Valley, a journey of about five to six hours with stops.
  • Visit Diskit Monastery and its giant Maitreya Buddha statue.
  • Walk on the Hunder sand dunes at sunset; a Bactrian camel ride is optional and paid locally.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at a camp or guesthouse in Nubra Valley.
4Day 4: Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shyok
  • After breakfast, drive from Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso along the Shyok river route, about seven to eight hours with stops.
  • The road is rough in places and the scenery is remote and dramatic.
  • Arrive in time to see the lake change colour in the evening light.
  • Facilities at the lake are basic and nights are very cold.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at a camp or guesthouse beside Pangong Tso, at around 4,250 metres.
5Day 5: Pangong Tso to Leh via Chang La | Thiksey Monastery
  • Rise early to see the lake at sunrise, weather permitting.
  • After breakfast, drive back towards Leh over Chang La, at around 5,300 metres, a journey of about five to six hours.
  • Visit Thiksey Monastery, with its large Maitreya Buddha statue, time permitting.
  • Check in at your hotel in Leh and rest.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.
6Day 6: Hemis Monastery | Leh Palace | Local Market
  • After breakfast, drive south-east along the Indus valley to Hemis Monastery, the largest in Ladakh.
  • Explore its courtyards and prayer halls.
  • Return to Leh and visit Leh Palace above the old town.
  • Use the free time in the main bazaar for shawls, handicrafts and dried apricots.
  • Overnight stay in Leh.
7Day 7: Departure from Leh
  • After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
  • Transfer to Leh Airport for your flight home.
  • Many flights from Leh leave in the morning, so please be ready for an early start.

Weather, road conditions and safety may require changes to the itinerary.

Inclusions

  • 4 nights in a hotel in Leh, 1 night in Nubra Valley and 1 night at Pangong Tso, all on twin sharing
  • Daily breakfast, and dinner at the Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso stays
  • Airport transfers and road travel as per itinerary, in a comfortable vehicle with an experienced local driver
  • Permits and registration for Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso, arranged by us
  • Sightseeing in Leh, Sham Valley, Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso as per itinerary
  • Entry tickets for the sights listed in the itinerary, where applicable
  • Services of a trip captain throughout the tour
  • Vegetarian and Jain meal options on request, subject to availability
  • Assistance from our travel experts

Exclusions

  • Flights to and from Leh, and any other transport to and from the destination
  • Lunches, and dinners other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Environment fee and other government or local charges, as per the rules in force
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities such as the Hunder camel ride
  • Camera fees at monasteries and other sights
  • Personal expenses, laundry, tips and porterage
  • Extra costs caused by road closures, weather, landslides or medical needs, including oxygen
  • Anything not listed under inclusions
  • GST and other taxes as applicable

Other Info

Must carry

  • Original government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport or driving licence) and a few photocopies
  • Two passport-size photographs
  • Down jacket or heavy fleece, thermals, woollen cap, gloves and scarf
  • Sunglasses with UV protection, sunscreen, lip balm and a hat
  • Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
  • Any prescribed medicines, including those your doctor advises for altitude
  • Reusable water bottle and a power bank
  • Cash for personal use, as ATMs are limited outside Leh

Notes

  • Every traveller must carry a valid original government photo ID; we arrange the permits and confirm the current rules at booking.
  • Leh is at around 3,500 metres, and Day 1 is kept free for rest. Altitude sickness can affect anyone; tell your trip captain at once if you feel unwell, and the plan may be slowed or changed.
  • Travellers with heart, lung, blood-pressure or other health conditions, pregnant women and families with young children or senior parents should consult a doctor before booking.
  • Khardung La, Chang La and the Shyok route can close or slow down because of snow, landslides or washouts, so the itinerary may be altered or reordered for safety. If the Shyok route is shut, we return via Leh.
  • Stays in Nubra Valley and at Pangong Tso are in camps or guesthouses with basic facilities, and hot water and electricity may be limited.
  • Mobile and internet connectivity is limited in Nubra and at Pangong; postpaid connections generally work better than prepaid ones from other states.
  • Standard hotel check-in is around 2 pm and check-out around 12 noon. Rates and availability are confirmed at booking.
  • This is a group departure of up to 20 travellers and runs on minimum numbers; we will inform you in advance if a departure needs to change. A trip captain accompanies the group.
  • Cancellation and refund are as per our Terms & Conditions.

See our Terms & Conditions for payment and cancellation rules.