Tour Highlights
- Stay : Standard 3-star accommodations in Leh, Nubra, and Pangong .
- Meals : Daily breakfast and dinner included as per the itinerary.
- Permits : Includes necessary Inner Line Permits .
- Safety : Oxygen cylinders provided in vehicles during travel to Nubra and Pangong.
- Transport : Transfers and sightseeing via Non-AC vehicles suitable for the group size.
Daily Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Leh
- Transfer : Pickup from Leh Airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Acclimatization : At 11,000 feet, it is mandatory to rest and drink plenty of water to adjust to the high altitude.
- Activity : No heavy activities; stay overnight at the hotel.
- Stay : Overnight in Leh.
- Day 2: Sham Valley Tour
- Sightseeing :
- Sangam : Confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers.
- Gurdwara Pathar Sahib : A historic spiritual site.
- Magnetic Hill : Experience the phenomenon where cars appear to move on their own.
- Hall of Fame : Museum featuring Kargil War exhibits.
- Shanti Stupa : Visit for panoramic views.
- Stay : Overnight in Leh.
- Day 3: Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley (140 Kms / 5 Hrs)
- High Pass : Drive via Khardungla , one of the world's highest motorable roads at 18,832 feet.
- Nubra Valley : Known as the "Oasis of Ladakh".
- Activities : Visit Hunder Sand Dunes to see double-hump Bactrian camels (rides available at extra cost).
- Stay : Overnight in Nubra Valley camp.
- Day 4: Excursion to Turtuk
- Turtuk : Visit a remote village that was once part of Baltistan (PoK) before 1971.
- Culture : Explore this rugged region famous for its welcoming people and apricot farming.
- Stay : Return to Nubra Valley for an overnight stay.
- Day 5: Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake (165 Kms / 6 Hrs)
- Route : Drive via Agham and Shyok village to Pangong Lake (14,500 ft).
- Pangong Lake : The world’s highest saltwater lake, famous for its changing blue hues and Bollywood filming locations.
- Stay : Overnight stay in Pangong camp.
- Day 6: Pangong Lake – Leh (160 Kms / 6 Hrs)
- Monastery Visit : Visit Thiksey Monastery , renowned for its large Maitreya Buddha statue.
- Shey Palace : Drive past rows of stupas to the former summer residence of the King of Ladakh.
- Evening : Free time to shop at the local market.
- Stay : Overnight in Leh.
- Day 7: Departure from Leh
- Departure : Transfer to Leh Airport for your return flight.
Accommodation & Meals
- Hotels Envisaged :
- Leh : Hotel Mogol / Jeevnam Villa or similar.
- Nubra Valley : Nubra Delight Camp / Mountain Camp or similar.
- Pangong : Panorama Cottage / Khayul Cottage or similar.
- Important Meal Note : All meals provided in Nubra and Pangong are strictly vegetarian . Non-vegetarian options are not available in these remote regions.
Key Inclusions & Exclusions
- Inclusions :
- Airport pickup and drop.
- Non-AC vehicle transport on a sharing basis (Tempo Traveler for groups).
- Professional Tour Manager (for groups of 25+ pax).
- Standard Travel Insurance (additional fees for guests 70+).
- GST
- Exclusions :
- Airfare and Lunches.
- Monument entry fees and camera fees.
- ATV rides or camel rides.
Essential Travel Information
Health Advisory : Due to high altitude, this tour is not recommended for individuals with heart problems, epilepsy, or asthma. Consult a doctor before using altitude medications like Diamox.
- Group Size : Departures operate with a minimum of 10 passengers .
- Accommodation Standards : Star categorization is not official in this region. Nubra and Pangong offer very basic camp facilities with limited electricity (usually cut off after 22:00 hrs) and limited hot water.
- Communication : Phone and internet connectivity is poor and unreliable; most hotels lack Wi-Fi.
- Vehicle Protocol : Vehicles are on a point-to-point basis and not at your disposal. AC is not available in hilly regions.
- Packing : Carry heavy woolens as temperatures drop significantly at night, especially in Pangong
