Mystical Ladakh Expeditions

Experience a wonderful flight over the Himalayas into Leh Airport. On arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After welcome tea and coffee, rest for the whole day to let your body acclimatize to the high altitude (11,500 ft). Late afternoon, if health permits, drive to Shanti Stupa for panoramic sunset views over Leh. Overnight stay in Leh Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we take you for an excursion along the Indus valley: visit the patriotic Hall of Fame built by the Indian Army in memory of Kargil War heroes; Gurudwara Patthar Sahib (built in 1571 to commemorate Guru Nanak Dev Ji's visit); the gravity-defying Magnetic Hill where vehicles move uphill with engines off; and Sangam Point (Nimu) where the Zanskar and Indus rivers merge (optional river rafting available). Return to Leh for overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, drive to the breathtaking Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass (Highest Motorable Road in the World, 18,390 ft). Descend through zig-zag mountain trails into Nubra. Arrive at Hunder Village and check in to hotel/luxury camp. In the afternoon, explore the silver sand dunes and enjoy a double-hump bacterian camel safari (on own). Visit 500-year-old Deskit Gompa with its giant Maitreya Buddha statue. Overnight in Nubra Valley.

Post breakfast, drive towards the world-renowned Pangong Tso via Agham & Shyok Valley. Pass through rugged terrain, Changthang nomadic settlements, and suddenly behold the breathtaking blue waters of Pangong Lake situated at 14,000 ft (4,267 m). This 133 km long brackish lake spans across the Indo-China border (famous from the movie 3 Idiots). Check in to our scenic camp near Pangong Lake. Dinner & overnight at Pangong Camp.

Morning at leisure to capture sunrise reflections across the lake. Later, drive back to Leh crossing the mighty Changla Pass (5,486 m). En-route visit Thiksey Monastery (an impressive multi-tiered hilltop complex resembling the Potala Palace), Shey Palace (ancient capital of Ladakh), and the famous Rancho School (Druk Padma Karpo). Arrive in Leh and check in to hotel. Overnight in Leh.

After an early breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for your onward flight with unforgettable memories of high-altitude Himalayan Ladakh. TOUR ENDS!

Arrival at Leh Airport, meet and assist transfer to hotel. Rest complete day for acclimatization. Late afternoon visit Shanti Stupa. Overnight in Leh Hotel.

Full day sightseeing covering Indian Army Hall of Fame museum, historic Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Magnetic Hill optical illusion, and Indus-Zanskar confluence (Sangam) at Nimu. Overnight in Leh.

Drive over Khardung La Pass (18,390 ft) to Nubra Valley. Check in at Hunder Camp/Hotel. Enjoy camel safari in Hunder sand dunes and visit Deskit Gompa & giant Buddha statue. Overnight in Nubra.

Early morning drive to exotic Turtuk Village (115 km / 3-4 hrs from Nubra). Turtuk was under Pakistani control until 1971 and retains unique Balti culture, language, apricot orchards, wooden houses, and natural cold-storage systems. Walk through the scenic village, interact with warm local residents, and witness stunning views of the Karakoram range. Return to Hunder for overnight stay at Camp/Hotel.

Drive towards Pangong Tso via Agham-Shyok scenic route. Arrive at Pangong Lake (14,000 ft) and marvel at its crystal clear changing blue hues. Check in to lake camp. Dinner & overnight at Pangong.

Morning sunrise exploration at Pangong. Drive back to Leh via Changla Pass (5,486 m). En-route visit Thiksey Monastery, Shey Palace, and 3 Idiots Rancho School. Overnight in Leh.

Transfer to Leh Airport after breakfast for onward journey. TOUR ENDS!