4-Day Leh Ladakh Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Pangong Lake
    5 hours (155 km) from Leh

    Start your adventure in Leh with a scenic drive to Pangong Lake, a beautiful lake known for its changing colors and clear water. Spend the day at the lake, taking in its serenity and enjoy picnic lunch by the lake while soaking up the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.

  2. Day 2: Nubra Valley
    4 hours (120 km) from Pangong Lake

    After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley, also known as the Valley of Flowers. Experience a thrilling ride on the world's highest motorable road, Khardung La. Visit the Hunder sand dunes, and enjoy a camel ride and a camping night stay under the stars.

  3. Day 3: Magnetic Hill & Indus Zanskar Confluence
    5 hours (125 km) from Nubra Valley

    Visit the Magnetic Hill in the morning, an enigmatic place where you can witness a car moving uphill on its own. Next, head to Indus Zanskar Confluence, where the two rivers merge, creating a rare sight with different colors of water. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the site and the nearby monasteries.

  4. Day 4: Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa
    1 hour (5 km) from Magnetic Hill

    On your last day, explore the culture and history of Leh. Start with a visit to Leh Palace, the former residence of the royal family of Leh. Next, head to Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop, offering amazing views of Leh and the surrounding mountains.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Pangong Lake (1 day, free entry)
  • Nubra Valley (1 day, camp stay US$20/person)
  • Magnetic Hill & Indus Zanskar Confluence (1 day, US$10 tour guide)
  • Leh Palace & Shanti Stupa (half-day, US$5 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: US$35 per person

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, visit Tso Moriri, Tsokar Lakes, or the Hemis National Park for wildlife sightings. If you have less time, consider skipping trekking and camping in Nubra Valley, and visit the same day and return to Leh in the evening. Be sure to bring warm clothing and sunblock, as the weather can be unpredictable in Leh Ladakh.

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