Ladakh High Passes Expedition
Pangong, Nubra and Khardung La with a full acclimatisation day built in — the itinerary altitude actually requires, not the one that fits in five days.
Leh (4N), Nubra Valley (2N), Pangong (1N)
Overview
- Full rest day in Leh for acclimatisation before any excursion
- Khardung La, among the highest motorable passes in the world
- Bactrian camels on the Hunder dunes in Nubra
- Overnight beside Pangong Tso at 4,350 metres
- Thiksey Monastery morning prayers
- Magnetic Hill and the Indus–Zanskar confluence
Pangong, Nubra and Khardung La with a full acclimatisation day built in — the itinerary altitude actually requires, not the one that fits in five days.
Ladakh High Passes Expedition runs for 7 nights and 8 days across Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong. Like every Elitech itinerary it carries no fixed departure date — tell us roughly when you want to travel and we confirm availability, hotels and pricing for exactly those days.
The route below is a starting point. Extend a city, change the hotel category, add a private guide or remove a sightseeing block, and we will re-cost the trip and send you a revised plan, usually within a working day.
No fixed departure dates. This itinerary is operated in the window that suits you. Tell us roughly when you can travel and we will confirm availability, hotels and pricing for exactly those days.
Cities covered
Travel themes
Best time to travel: The passes are open only in the warmer months; roads close with the first heavy snow.
Day-by-day itinerary
Days are shown in sequence, not as calendar dates — your trip runs on the days you choose.
- Day1
Arrive in Leh
Fly into Leh at 3,500 metres and transfer to your hotel. Complete rest for the remainder of the day — this is not optional at this altitude. Overnight in Leh.
- Day2
Leh acclimatisation day
A deliberately light day. Gentle visits to Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and the main bazaar, with plenty of rest between. Hydrate heavily and avoid exertion. Overnight in Leh.
- Day3
Sham valley
Drive west to Magnetic Hill, the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and the Sangam confluence of the Indus and Zanskar. Return via Hall of Fame. Overnight in Leh.
- Day4
Leh to Nubra over Khardung La
Cross Khardung La at over 5,300 metres, pausing only briefly at the top, then descend into the Nubra valley. Afternoon at the Hunder dunes with Bactrian camel rides, and Diskit Monastery with its Maitreya statue. Overnight in Nubra.
- Day5
Nubra Valley
A slower day — Turtuk village near the Line of Control, or the Panamik hot springs, depending on permits and conditions. Overnight in Nubra.
- Day6
Nubra to Pangong
Drive along the Shyok river route to Pangong Tso, arriving in the afternoon as the lake shifts colour. Overnight in camps or a guesthouse at Pangong.
- Day7
Pangong to Leh
Sunrise at the lake, then return to Leh over Chang La, stopping at Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace. Overnight in Leh.
- Day8
Departure
Transfer to Leh airport for your morning flight. Flights depart early due to afternoon wind conditions.
What is included
We list exclusions as prominently as inclusions — nothing appears for the first time at the payment stage.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 7 nights in the hotel category shown, on twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- All transfers, sightseeing and intercity travel by private air-conditioned vehicle
- All entrance fees for the sightseeing listed in the itinerary
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and inter-state permits
- Assistance on arrival and a dedicated consultant reachable through the trip
- All applicable taxes on the services listed above
- Services of an experienced tour manager throughout the journey
- Indian meals arranged wherever the route allows, as detailed day-wise
- Inner Line Permits for Nubra, Pangong and Khardung La
- Oxygen cylinder carried in every vehicle
- Monastery entry fees
- Camel ride at Hunder dunes
Exclusions
- Airfare to and from the start and end points of the tour
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
- Lunch and dinner unless listed against a specific day
- Personal expenses — laundry, telephone calls, minibar, room service and tips
- Optional excursions and activities marked as 'on request'
- Camera and video charges levied at monuments
- Any increase in government taxes or fuel surcharge after booking confirmation
- Costs arising from circumstances beyond our control — weather, roadblocks, flight rescheduling or medical evacuation
- Entry fees and camera charges at monuments not listed in the itinerary
- Bike or self-drive rentals
- Any evacuation cost arising from altitude sickness
Hotels
Properties shown as “or similar” may be substituted with an equivalent in category and location. We confirm the final property before departure.
| City | Nights | Hotel | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leh | 4 | Hotel Ladakh Sarai or similar | 3 Star Deluxe |
| Nubra Valley | 2 | Nubra Ethnic Camp or similar | Deluxe Camp |
| Pangong | 1 | Pangong Delight Camp or similar | Camp |
Pricing
Rates are per person and vary by occupancy, not by departure date. Your final quotation reflects hotel availability for the days you choose.
| Occupancy | Price per person | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Per person on twin sharing | ₹46,900 | — |
| Per person on triple sharing | ₹44,086 | — |
| Single occupancy | ₹64,722 | Private room throughout |
| Child with bed (5–11 years) | ₹38,458 | — |
| Child without bed (2–5 years) | ₹29,078 | — |
Terms, payment and cancellation
Terms & conditions
This itinerary is quoted on twin-sharing basis and is subject to availability at the time of confirmation. Hotels shown as 'or similar' may be substituted with a property of comparable category and location, and you will be informed before departure. Prices may change before confirmation due to currency movement, revised government taxes or supplier rate changes.
Sightseeing may be resequenced to suit local conditions, weather or monument closure days. Where an included attraction cannot operate for reasons beyond our control, we substitute a comparable alternative or refund the applicable component.
Payment policy
A booking amount of 25% of the package cost confirms your services, with the balance due before departure on the date stated in your booking confirmation. Where an airline or hotel requires earlier full payment, we tell you at the time of quoting.
We accept UPI, credit and debit cards, net banking and NEFT/RTGS transfer to our registered current account. We never request payment into a personal account — always verify account details by calling us before transferring.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations must be made in writing. Standard charges apply from the date we receive your request: the booking amount is retained more than 45 days before departure, 35% between 31 and 45 days, 60% between 16 and 30 days, 80% between 8 and 15 days, and 100% within 7 days or for a no-show.
Air tickets, cruise bookings and non-refundable hotel rates follow their own supplier terms, which are stated in your quotation before payment. A visa refusal does not waive cancellation charges.