Ladakh · 4 Nights / 5 Days
Leh Ladakh Highlights: Nubra, Pangong & Sham Valley
Fly into Leh: 1 full day for acclimatisation, Magnetic Hill & Hall of Fame, over Khardung La to Nubra Valley, through Shyok to Pangong Lake, and back over Chang La.
Duration
4 nights / 5 days
Route
Leh → Sham Valley → Nubra → Pangong → Leh
Best months
May to October (peak summer season) and November to March (magical winter landscapes)
Price
from ₹15,000 per person
Planned and run by the Falcon Trails team
Local team in Srinagar · private cab · itemised quote before you pay
Day by day
The whole itinerary, nothing withheld.
- 1
Arrive Leh Airport & Acclimatisation
Arrive at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh (11,562 ft / 3,524 m). Meet and greet with our representative and transfer to your hotel with a warm welcome drink. Dedicate the entire day to mandatory rest and hydration to acclimatise comfortably to the rarefied high-altitude air.
Hotel in Leh (Hotel Grand Yasmin / Northern Singge or similar)Dinner - 2
Sham Valley: Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib & Sangam
After breakfast, explore the historic Sham Valley along the Leh-Srinagar highway. Experience the gravity-defying Magnetic Hill, visit the sacred Gurdwara Shri Patthar Sahib (built in 1517 commemorating Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s visit), and witness the majestic confluence of the emerald Zanskar and muddy Indus Rivers at Nimmu. Visit the Indian Army’s Hall of Fame museum on the return drive, followed by sunset views at Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, and an evening stroll through the vibrant Leh Main Bazaar.
Hotel in LehBreakfast & dinner - 3
Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass
Drive northward across the legendary Khardung-La Pass (18,380 ft / 5,359 m), taking in sweeping views of the Karakoram range. Descend through the Horzey and Gangles valleys into the wide dune valleys of Nubra. Visit Diskit Monastery (the oldest gompa in the valley) with its towering 106-foot Maitreya Buddha statue. Continue to Hunder sand dunes for an iconic double-humped Bactrian camel ride against alpine desert peaks.
Hotel or Deluxe Camp in Nubra (Hotel Olthang / Ecotel or similar)Breakfast & dinner - 4
Nubra to Pangong Lake via Shyok River & Return to Leh via Chang La
Depart early morning from Nubra along the rugged canyon road of the Shyok River to Pangong Lake (120 km / 4–5 hours). Marvel at the world’s highest saltwater lake (14,270 ft), celebrated for its shifting shades of cobalt, turquoise, and azure against barren peaks. Stroll along the scenic shores and capture photos at the famous promontory. In the afternoon, ascend the snow-crested Chang La Pass (17,590 ft / 5,360 m) on your return drive back to Leh for a comfortable hotel stay.
Hotel in LehBreakfast & dinner - 5
Leh Airport Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for your departure flight across the Himalayas, concluding your Ladakh adventure with sweet holiday memories.
Breakfast
What’s included
- 3 nights stay in Leh (Hotel Grand Yasmin / Hotel Northern Singge or similar)
- 1 night stay in Nubra Valley (Hotel Olthang / Hotel Ecotel or deluxe cottages)
- Daily breakfast and dinner (MAP plan)
- Dedicated private vehicle (Non-AC Xylo / Innova Crysta) for all transfers, excursions, and high-pass crossings
- Inner Line Permits (ILP) and Ladakh Wildlife / Environmental Fees
- Airport pickup and drop-off in Leh
- All driver allowances, fuel, toll taxes, and parking fees
Not included
- Airfare to and from Leh
- Bactrian double-humped camel safari at Hunder sand dunes
- Monastery entrance fees and Hall of Fame museum tickets
- Personal expenses, tips, laundry, and drinks
- Emergency oxygen cylinder rental or medical costs
- Rafting on Zanskar/Indus river
We list exclusions plainly rather than burying them. If something here matters to you, ask — most can be added to the quote.
A Small Promise from Us
When you book this tour with Falcon Trails, we plant a native tree in Kashmir in your party’s name as our contribution towards preserving the natural beauty of the valley for future generations.
Honest Travel Advisory
Who this Leh Ladakh Highlights: Nubra, Pangong & Sham Valley itinerary is NOT for
- •Smart High-Altitude Sequence: Avoid Sleeping at Pangong: Pangong Tso sits at an extreme elevation of 14,270 ft (4,350 m), where night temperatures drop severely and thin air triggers acute mountain sickness (AMS) in short-duration visitors. This 4-night itinerary allows you to explore Pangong’s full splendor during the daytime and return over Chang La to sleep comfortably at Leh (11,500 ft), ensuring optimal health and restful sleep.
- •Acclimatisation & Winter Conditions: Day 1 is strictly set aside for physical acclimatisation. Drink 3–4 litres of water daily, avoid strenuous walking or alcohol on your first day, and carry warm layers even in summer, as pass temperatures at Khardung La and Chang La stay near freezing year-round.
- •Quoted Benchmark Pricing: 3 Pax Group: ₹15,000 per person (Triple room in Deluxe hotels with private Xylo). 2 Pax Group: ₹21,500 to ₹22,500 per person (₹43,000 to ₹45,000 total in private Innova Crysta / Xylo).
If any of these apply to your party, speak to us and we will adapt the route.
Before you book
Questions on this itinerary.
Is 4 nights enough to see Ladakh?
Yes! While longer 7 to 10-day road trips cover remote border villages like Turtuk and Hanle, this compact 4N/5D circuit efficiently hits all major world-famous highlights: Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Sangam, Khardung La, Nubra Valley (Hunder dunes), and Pangong Tso.
What permits are required for Indian and foreign nationals?
Indian nationals require an Inner Line Permit (ILP) and Ladakh Environmental/Wildlife clearance for Nubra and Pangong, which our team arranges entirely on your behalf prior to departure. Foreign nationals require a Protected Area Permit (PAP) issued for minimum groups of two.
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