Leh, Nubra and Pangong
5 nights, 6 days. The essential Ladakh loop by air: two rest nights in Leh, then Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake.
The Leh, Nubra and Pangong is a 5-night, 6-day private trip covering Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake. It starts at Leh airport and ends at Leh airport. Prices start at ₹24,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 1,000), land only, before 5% GST. Season: May to September
Route
- Leh2 nights
- 120 km over Khardung La, about 5 hours
- Nubra Valley1 night
- 160 km along the Shyok river, about 5.5 hours
- Pangong Lake1 night
- 160 km over Chang La, about 5 hours
- Leh1 night
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 5 nights, 6 days |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Leh airport (IXL) |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Innova, Xylo or similar, with a Ladakh-registered driver for local routes. |
| Longest drive | About 5.5 hours, Nubra to Pangong |
| Highest point | Khardung La, about 5,359 m |
| Highest night | Pangong Lake, about 4,250 m |
| Permits | Indian travellers pay the Ladakh environment fee. Foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit. We arrange both and bill them at cost. |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | May to September |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leh, 3N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | Luxury hotel |
| Nubra, 1N | Standard camp or guesthouse | Deluxe camp | Luxury camp or resort |
| Pangong, 1N | Standard camp | Deluxe cottage | Best available cottage |
Hotel and houseboat names are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Leh
Pickup at Leh airport. Rest for the whole day so the body adjusts to 3,500 m. Short evening walk in the market.
- Day 2
Leh and around
Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Hall of Fame, Magnetic Hill and the Indus and Zanskar confluence. All close to Leh.
- Day 3
Leh to Nubra
Over Khardung La to Diskit monastery and the Hunder sand dunes. Camel rides are extra.
- Day 4
Nubra to Pangong
Along the Shyok river to Pangong Lake. Evening by the water.
- Day 5
Pangong to Leh
Sunrise at the lake, then over Chang La to Leh. Thiksey monastery if time allows.
- Day 6
Departure
Morning drop at Leh airport.
What the price covers
Included
- Stays in your chosen category, twin sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Private car with driver for all transfers and the sightseeing listed
- Airport pickup and drop
- Driver costs, fuel, tolls and parking
- Oxygen cylinder in the car
Not included
- Permit and environment fees, billed at cost
- Camel rides and monastery entry fees
- Flights or trains
- Lunch and entry fees
- 5% GST
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included
Payment and cancellation
30% advance confirms your booking. The balance is due 15 days before arrival.
| You cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before | 10% |
| 15 to 29 days before | 25% |
| 7 to 14 days before | 50% |
| 3 to 6 days before | 75% |
| 0 to 2 days, or no-show | 100% |
If roads close or a government advisory stops travel, you get a credit note valid for 12 months, or a refund minus costs suppliers will not return. Read the full policy.
Questions and answers
How much does the Leh, Nubra and Pangong cost?
Standard from ₹24,000, Deluxe from ₹38,000, Premium from ₹70,000 per person on twin sharing, land only, before 5% GST. Prices are valid until 31 March 2027 and are confirmed on enquiry.
Are flights included?
No. The price covers stays, breakfast and dinner, and a private car with driver. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan.
When does the Leh, Nubra and Pangong run?
May to September
Do I need to acclimatise in Leh?
Yes. Leh is at about 3,500 m. The first day is rest only and the second stays close to Leh. Skipping these days is the most common cause of altitude sickness.
Is this trip suitable for children?
Families do this route often. One night is at about 4,250 m at Pangong, and some families visit the lake as a day trip instead. Ask your doctor about children under five.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or the form on this page. We reply with a written plan that names the hotels. A 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is due 15 days before arrival.