Leh Ladakh Adventure – 6 Nights / 7 Days

Trip overview

This fly-in itinerary is built around safe acclimatisation. You rest in Leh first, explore nearby monasteries, and only then cross Khardung La to Nubra and Pangong. It’s a comfortable introduction to Ladakh for families, friends and first-timers.

Highlights

• Thiksey, Shey and Hemis monasteries, and Shanti Stupa at sunset
• Driving over Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes
• The Hunder sand dunes and double-humped camels in Nubra Valley
• A night by the shores of Pangong Tso

Day-wise itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Leh – complete rest

Pick-up from Leh airport. Rest for the whole day to acclimatise to the altitude, drink plenty of water and avoid exertion. Overnight in Leh.

Day 2: Leh local sightseeing

Gentle sightseeing at Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery and Hemis Monastery. Evening at Shanti Stupa and Leh market. Overnight in Leh.

Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La (about 5 hours)

Cross Khardung La and descend into Nubra Valley. Visit Diskit Monastery with its giant Maitreya Buddha, and the sand dunes at Hunder for an optional camel ride. Overnight in Nubra.

Day 4: Nubra Valley – Turtuk option

Spend a relaxed day in Nubra, or take an optional excursion to Turtuk, a Balti village near the Line of Control (at extra cost). Overnight in Nubra.

Day 5: Nubra to Pangong via Shyok (about 6 hours)

Drive along the Shyok River route to Pangong Tso. Watch the lake change colour as the light shifts. Overnight in a camp near the lake.

Day 6: Pangong to Leh via Chang La (about 5 hours)

Catch the sunrise over Pangong, then drive back to Leh over Chang La. Evening free for shopping. Overnight in Leh.

Day 7: Departure

Drop at Leh airport.

Good to know

• Consult your doctor before the trip if you have heart, lung or blood-pressure conditions. Do not skip the rest day on arrival.
• Prepaid SIM cards from other states don’t work in Ladakh. Carry a postpaid connection.
• Camps at Pangong are basic but comfortable, with attached washrooms. Nights are cold even in summer.

Package FAQs

Can I do this trip by road from Manali?

Yes. We plan Manali–Leh road trips with overnight stops at Jispa or Sarchu for acclimatisation, and can include bikes and a backup vehicle.

What should I pack?

Warm layers, a windproof jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm, sturdy shoes, basic medicines and a reusable water bottle.