Leh, Nubra & Pangong
the classic Ladakh circuit

The classic short Ladakh circuit — Leh, the Nubra dunes and Pangong Lake, with careful acclimatisation.

6 Days / 5 Nights Leh · Nubra · Pangong Best for Couples, adventurers, first-timers
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The classic circuit

Leh, the dunes and the blue lake

This is the classic Ladakh circuit in six days — the monasteries of Leh, the sand dunes of Nubra over the Khardung La, and the surreal blue of Pangong Lake.

We build in acclimatisation, arrange all permits and every drive.

At a glance

Trip quick facts

Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Route
Leh · Nubra · Pangong
Best time
May–Sep
Difficulty
Moderate (high altitude)
Ideal for
Couples, adventurers, first-timers
Highest point
Khardung La ~5,359 m
Highlights

What makes this trip special

  • Leh’s monasteries & Shanti Stupa
  • The Khardung La pass
  • Nubra’s dunes & camels
  • Pangong Lake
  • The Indus–Zanskar Sangam
Day by day

Your day-wise itinerary

A realistic, production-ready plan with drive times, altitudes and seasonal notes — fully customisable to your dates and pace.

Day 1

Arrive Leh — acclimatise

Route: Leh— · —
Morning

Arrive at Leh and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon

Complete rest to acclimatise.

Evening

A gentle market stroll.

Night stayLeh
Meals
Altitude~3,500 m
Road & seasonAirport transfer.
Food to tryLadakhi, Tibetan
Photo spotsLeh Palace
Good to knowFull rest today.
Day 2

Leh local & monasteries

Route: Lehlocal · local day
Morning

Shey, Thiksey and Hemis monasteries.

Afternoon

The Sangam, Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.

Evening

The Shanti Stupa at sunset.

Night stayLeh
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~3,500 m
Road & seasonLocal touring.
Food to tryLadakhi cuisine
Photo spotsThiksey, the Sangam
Day 3

Leh → Nubra (via Khardung La)

Route: Leh · Khardung La · Nubra≈120 km · 5–6 hrs
Morning

Cross the Khardung La.

Afternoon

The Diskit monastery.

Evening

The Hunder dunes and camels.

Night stayNubra (Hunder)
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Altitude~5,359 m (pass)
Road & seasonHigh mountain road; permit required.
Food to tryLocal dinner
Photo spotsKhardung La, Hunder
Day 4

Nubra → Pangong (via Shyok)

Route: Nubra · Shyok · Pangong≈160 km · 6–7 hrs
Morning

A drive along the Shyok river.

Afternoon

Arrive Pangong Lake.

Evening

Sunset over the lake; a shore camp.

Night stayPangong
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Altitude~4,350 m
Road & seasonRough mountain road; permit required.
Food to tryCamp dinner
Photo spotsPangong Lake
Day 5

Pangong → Leh (via Chang La)

Route: Pangong · Chang La · Leh≈220 km · 5–6 hrs
Morning

A Pangong sunrise.

Afternoon

Drive back over the Chang La.

Evening

Arrive Leh; a final dinner.

Night stayLeh
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~5,360 m (pass)
Road & seasonHigh mountain road.
Food to tryLadakhi cuisine
Photo spotsPangong sunrise, Chang La
Day 6

Departure

Route: Leh— · —
Morning

An early breakfast.

Afternoon

Transfer to Leh airport.

Evening

Onward journey.

Night stay
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~3,500 m
Road & seasonAirport transfer.
Food to try
Photo spots
Choose your style

Package variants

Every itinerary above is available in the comfort level that suits you.

Budget

Clean 3★ stays & homestays, smart pacing.

Deluxe

Boutique 4★ hotels with the best views.

Premium

Premium resorts, private guides & experiences.

Luxury

Iconic retreats & bespoke touches throughout.

Family / Honeymoon

Tuned for couples or families — rooms, pace & extras.

Transparent, always

What’s included

✓ Inclusions

  • Handpicked stays with breakfast
  • Private, chauffeur-driven AC car for the hills
  • All transfers and inter-place drives
  • Local guides at the main sights
  • A dedicated tour manager & 24×7 support
  • All applicable taxes and a GST invoice

✗ Exclusions

  • Flights / train to the start point (we can arrange)
  • Lunches & dinners unless specified
  • Monument / activity entry fees (added on request)
  • Personal expenses, tips & shopping
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Anything not listed under inclusions
Answers

Leh, Nubra Pangong FAQs

The best window is May–Sep. We tailor the season to your dates and advise on snow, monsoon and pass-closure timing so your trip runs smoothly.

We begin from Leh (IXL) and handle every transfer and internal drive in a private chauffeur-driven car. Tell us your arrival flight or train and we plan around it.

This route is designed as a well-paced 6 Days / 5 Nights journey. We can shorten or extend it, add rest days, or combine it with a nearby region — it is fully customisable.

Yes — the pace, stays and activities are tuned for couples, adventurers, first-timers. Difficulty is rated Moderate (high altitude), and we adjust everything to your comfort.

Handpicked stays with daily breakfast (dinner on request). Choose your tier — Standard, Deluxe, Premium or Luxury — and we match the stays and inclusions to it, always with a GST invoice.

Every journey is private and customised, so we quote per person after learning your dates, group size and hotel tier — with no hidden charges and a proper GST invoice.

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