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Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour

5 nights from Leh, exploring Sham Valley, Pangong Lake and Chang La
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Leh · Pangong Lake · Leh
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Jun
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The journey

Explore the high-altitude landscapes of Ladakh on a six-day journey starting and ending in Leh. Settle into the mountain air before setting out along Sham Valley to see ancient monasteries, the Indus-Zanskar confluence, and Magnetic Hill. Visit historic landmarks around Leh including Thiksey Monastery, the historic Leh Palace, and Shanti Stupa.

Journey across the high mountain pass of Chang La to camp alongside the shores of Pangong Lake. Return through Hemis Monastery and the Druk Padma Karpo School, taking in the dramatic valleys, Buddhist heritage, and vibrant local bazaars.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Spituk Monastery: explore the historic eleventh-century Buddhist monastery overlooking the Indus valley

02

Sangam Confluence: witness the meeting of the Indus and Zanskar rivers in Sham Valley

03

Pangong Lake: stay in lakeside camps beside the vivid high-altitude saltwater lake

04

Chang La Pass: travel across one of the high mountain passes connecting Leh and Pangong

05

Thiksey Monastery: visit the hilltop monastery complex before exploring historic Leh Palace

06

Hemis Monastery: discover one of Ladakh's most prominent monasteries during the return drive

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
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Day 1 · Leh

Arrival in Leh and Acclimatisation

Arrive at Leh Airport where you are transferred to your hotel for check-in. Because you have arrived by air, take the entire day to rest and acclimatise to Leh's high altitude and mountain weather. Relax at your hotel and prepare for the road journeys ahead. In the evening, have dinner at the hotel and spend your first night in Leh.

Meal notes

Dinner included

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Day 2 · Leh

Sham Valley Excursion and Leh

Eat breakfast at your hotel before setting out on an excursion towards Sham Valley. Stop at the Hall of Fame war museum and the eleventh-century Spituk Monastery. Continue to the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers at Sangam, visit Gurudwara Sri Pathar Sahib, and experience the optical phenomenon at Magnetic Hill. You may also arrange river rafting as an optional adventure. Return to Leh by evening for dinner and your overnight hotel stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 3 · Leh

Leh Monasteries, Palaces and Markets

Have breakfast with mountain views across Leh before setting out for the day's sightseeing. Begin at Thiksey Monastery, known for its hilltop architecture. Afterwards, head into Leh to explore Leh Palace, the former royal residence overlooking the old town. Continue up to Shanti Stupa for panoramic views, and browse for souvenirs in Leh Market. Return to your hotel in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 4 · Pangong Lake

Leh to Pangong Lake via Chang La

Following breakfast, depart Leh and drive towards Pangong Lake, crossing over the high Chang La pass. Pangong is a high-altitude saltwater lake that extends across the border into China. Arrive at your campsite and check in to your tent. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll along the lake shores. Enjoy dinner at the campsite and spend the night in camps beside Pangong Lake.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 5 · Leh

Pangong Lake to Leh via Hemis

After breakfast at camp, check out and begin the return journey to Leh. Make a short stop at Chang La pass, then visit Hemis Monastery and the Druk White Lotus School, known as the 3-Idiots School. Arrive back in Leh by evening. Take an evening walk around the city before dinner and your final overnight hotel stay in Leh.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 6 · Leh

Departure from Leh Airport

Eat an early breakfast at your hotel, then check out and transfer to Leh Airport for your onward flight home. Your trip ends upon reaching the airport.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

India

Spituk Monastery

Visit an eleventh-century monastery that overlooks the expansive valley and the Indus River.

Leh Palace

India

Leh Palace

Explore the historic seventeenth-century royal residence built above Leh's bustling old town.

Pangong Lake

India

Pangong Lake

Gaze over multi-hued blue saline waters resting high in the Himalayas near China.

Hemis Monastery

India

Hemis Monastery

Tour Ladakh's renowned monastery nestled in a secluded gorge along the Indus valley.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

  • Accommodation as mentioned above with breakfast and dinner
  • Transport by Innova or Tempo Traveller as per itinerary
  • Sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary
  • All Inner Line Permits
  • Toll taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, and driver allowances

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  • −Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, and room heater charges
  • −Any extra meals
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary
  • −Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or other attractions
  • −Insurance
  • −Anything which is not included in the inclusions

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goJun, Jul, Aug
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹33,700

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.

Local know-how
  • Inner line permits are arranged and included for required Ladakh circuits.
  • Acclimatisation is vital; take complete rest on Day 1 after flying into high-altitude Leh.
  • The best months to travel are June through August for comfortable summer temperatures.
When is the best time to visit Leh, Pangong Lake, Leh?

Jun, Jul, Aug

How many days is Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour cover?

Leh, Pangong Lake, Leh. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Leh, Pangong Lake, Leh?

Spituk Monastery; Leh Palace; Pangong Lake; Hemis Monastery.

Who is Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour cost?

From ₹33,700 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

Accommodation as mentioned above with breakfast and dinner; Transport by Innova or Tempo Traveller as per itinerary; Sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary; All Inner Line Permits; Toll taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, and driver allowances. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour?

Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, and room heater charges; Any extra meals; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary; Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or other attractions; Insurance; Anything which is not included in the inclusions.

How do I book Leh Ladakh and Pangong Lake Tour?

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Do I need a visa for Leh, Pangong Lake, Leh?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹33,700
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.
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