Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Leh | Welcome to the Top of the World
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Arrive at Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport.
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Check-in to the designated hotel and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude.
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In the evening, explore the Leh Market for local handicrafts, visit the historic Leh Palace, and enjoy a peaceful sunset at Shanti Stupa(on your own).
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Return to the hotel for the dinner.
Day 2 | Leh to Sham Valley | Exploring Borders of Leh
Distance: 90 km round trip
Travel Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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After breakfast, embark on a ride to Sham Valley.
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Visit the mesmerizing Confluence of the Zanskar and Indus Rivers, the highest river rafting point in the world.
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Explore the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to Indian soldiers.
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Experience the gravitational anomaly at Magnetic Hill, where vehicles appear to roll uphill in neutral gear.
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Pay homage at Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and enjoy a langar.
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Return to Leh and enjoy a hearty dinner.
Day 3 | Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La Pass | Conquer the mighty Khardung-La
Distance: 130 km
Travel Time: 5-6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Enjoy breakfast and gear up for the ride to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La Pass, the world’s second highest motorable road.
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As you descend, reach the scenic Nubra Valley, known for its white sand dunes.
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Experience a ride on the unique double-humped Bactrian camels (if time permits)
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Settle into your campsite and enjoy dinner under a star-studded sky.
Day 4 | Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake | Relive Bollywood Moments
Distance: 230 km
Travel Time: 6-7 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Pangong Lake via the Shyok River route.
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Arrive at Pangong Lake, one of the highest altitude saline lakes, known for its changing hues from blue to green to red.
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Capture the iconic Bollywood moment with the 3 Idiots scooter.
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Enjoy an overnight stay at a lakeside campsite, soaking in the tranquility.
Day 5 | Pangong Tso to Hanle via Rezang-La
Distance: 150 km
Travel Time: 5-6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Start your journey along the cobalt edges of Pangong Tso, passing through Maan, Merak, and Chushul.
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Pay tribute at the Rezang-La War Memorial, dedicated to the heroes of the 1962 Indo-China War.
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Continue to the remote village of Hanle, home to the world’s second-largest observatory.
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Witness a surreal night sky in Hanle, where galaxies and constellations shine vividly.
Day 6 | Hanle to Umling La | Conquering the World’s Highest Motorable Road
Distance: 140 km round trip
Travel Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7 | Hanle to Leh via Chumathang | Enchanting Ride Back
Distance: 250 km
Travel Time: 7-8 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Wake up to the stunning vistas of the Changthang Plateau.
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Visit the natural hot springs of Chumathang for a relaxing break.
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En route, explore the magnificent Thiksey Monastery and the renowned Rancho School (if time permits)
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Arrive in Leh, where you’ll enjoy a farewell dinner and reminisce about the adventure.
