Leh (3N) → Nubra Valley (2N) → Pangong Lake (1N)
Short Itinerary
Day | Agenda |
Day 1 | Leh |
Day 2 | Leh |
Day 3 | Nubra Valley |
Day 4 | Nubra Valley |
Day 5 | Pangong Lake |
Day 6 | Leh |
Day 7 | Leh Airport |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 :
Leh
- Arrive at Leh Airport.
- This region is known for its high passes, dramatic mountains and beautiful landscapes hence known as paradise on Earth.
- Our representative will receive you on arrival at Leh airport.
- Proceed to prebooked hotel and check into the hotel.
- Free time to get acclimatized to this high-altitude destination known as India’s cold desert.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 02 :
Leh
- Morning after having breakfast full day sightseeing in Leh.
- Explore Shanti Stupa-peace seat of Japanese Buddhists, inaugurated by Dalai Lama, Magnetic Hill, Pathar sahib Gurudwara, Indus Zanskar Sangam and Hall of Fame War Museum (Subject to operation).
- Visit Shey, Thiksey & Hemis. Shey was the summer Palace of Ladakhi Kings and is where you can see the 36Ft. high statue of Buddha made of copper and covered with gold.
- Thiksey, the twelve storied monastery of Thiksey is situated in the most prominent of positions, lies on an island Mountain.
- Hemis, farthest away from Leh, this is the wealthiest Monastery in Ladakh belonging to the Red Sect - it is here each summer that plays are held and Ladakhi’s from all parts of the country will visit Hemis.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
- Morning after having breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Nubra Valley.
- Nubra Valley is also called Dumra (North of Leh). It is accessible over the Khardung La Pass - one of the highest motorable roads in the world at a height of 5359 m.
- From Khardung-la we drive to Diskit Monastery - the oldest and largest Gompa in Nubra Valley famous for its beautiful architecture and intricate frescos and wall paintings.
- Also, visit Future Buddha - A 108-ft statue of Lord Buddha.
- Pass by the Shayok River and arrive at Nubra Valley, known for its pristine natural beauty, stunning lakes, apricot orchards, and lovely surroundings.
- This spectacular valley is also known for the Bactrian camels and Quad biking, if time permits you can enjoy these activities on your own at an additional cost.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Nubra Valley.
- Morning after having breakfast, proceed to Turtuk Village.
- The landscape, culture, language, clothing, and even the physical features of people change quite drastically crossing over into Turtuk, technically entering the Baltistan region.
- It is the Indian-administered part of the Baltistan region. In the 1971 War, the Indian army captured this village and it is the last village in Ladakh near LOC.
- It is also one of the gateways to the Siachen Glacier. In the evening return to Nubra Valley.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Nubra Valley.
Day 05 :
Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake (275 km)
- Morning after having breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Pangong Lake.
- After 6-7 hrs journey, reach Pangong Lake and check in to the hotel/camp/resort.
- Pangong Tso – the most popular lake in the Ladakh region, as it is situated on a high altitude and it keeps changing colour from shades of blue to green.
- The brackish water of this lake has very low micro-vegetation and has no aquatic life.
- The lake acts as an important breeding ground for a variety of birds, including several migratory birds. The lake water stretches for more than 100 km from China, Tibet to India.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Pangong Lake.
Day 06 :
Pangong Lake - Leh
- Morning after having breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Leh.
- After 5-6 hrs. journey reach at Leh and check in to the hotel.
- After fresh up visit Shey Palace – which was used as a summer retreat by the kings of Ladakh.
- Explore the Indus River, Hemis Gompa, Rancho School.
- Evening is free for shopping and leisure.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 07 :
Leh
- Morning after having breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Leh Airport.
- Trip ends with unforgettable memories.