A high-altitude Ladakh adventure done safely — two nights in Leh to acclimatize, then Nubra Valley via Khardung La and the surreal Pangong Lake.
Leh (2N acclimatize) → Nubra → Pangong → Leh
Arrival Leh, full rest & acclimatization, easy Leh market evening.
Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Sangam (Indus-Zanskar). Overnight Leh.
Leh → Nubra Valley via Khardung La (world's highest motorable pass), Diskit Monastery, Hunder sand dunes & double-hump camel safari. Overnight Nubra.
Nubra → Pangong Lake via Shyok route, sunset at the lake. Overnight near Pangong.
Pangong → Leh via Chang La (Thiksey/Shey en route). Overnight Leh.
Drop Leh airport.
The first two nights in Leh allow your body to acclimatise to the high altitude before travelling to Nubra and Pangong — this is essential for a safe, comfortable trip.
Mid-May to September is the best window, when the high passes to Nubra and Pangong are open and roads are accessible.
Yes, the Inner Line Permits required for Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake are arranged and included.
Acclimatise for the first 48 hours, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and move slowly. An oxygen cylinder is kept in the vehicle as a precaution.
Pangong is a stunning high-altitude colour-changing lake, while Nubra Valley offers sand dunes and double-hump camels — reached via the famous Khardung La pass.
Travellers with heart or respiratory conditions should consult a doctor first, as the high altitude can be demanding. The acclimatisation days help, but caution is advised.