Ladakh with Turtuk

Leh · Nubra Valley · Turtuk · Pangong Tso

Duration

7 nights / 8 days

Trip style

Adventure

Stay category

3 to 4 star, or similar

Trip highlights

Turtuk village
Nubra Valley
Pangong Tso
Khardung La

Take this itinerary with you

A 8-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 at Leh. Walk gently in the evening through the market.

Day 3Leh local sights

Visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and Hemis Monastery.

Day 4To Nubra

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

Day 5Turtuk

Drive to Turtuk, a Balti village near the border, and walk its apricot orchards.

Day 6Nubra to Pangong

Drive to Pangong Tso and spend the evening beside the lake as the colours change.

Day 7Pangong to Leh

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

Day 8Departure

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 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