7-Day Adventurous Itinerary for Pangong Lake, Thiksey Monastery, Leh City and More

1. Day 1: Leh City
   Start your journey with Leh City.

   Explore the Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa.

   2 hours (3.7 km) from KBR Airport
2. Day 2: Thiksey Monastery and Pangong Lake
   Visit the Thiksey Monastery and drive to Pangong Lake.

   Enjoy the serene beauty of the lake.

   6 hours (75 km) from Leh City
3. Day 3: Changthang Pleateau and Moore Plains
   Drive to the Changthang Pleateau and cross the Moore Plains.

   Spot wildlife and admire the endless plains.

   5 hours (120 km) from Pangong Lake
4. Day 4: Baralacha Pass and Suraj Tal
   Head to the Baralacha Pass and trek to Suraj Tal.

   Enjoy camping and trekking in the mountains.

   8 hours (190 km) from Moore Plains
5. Day 5: Nubra Valley
   Explore the natural beauty of the Nubra Valley.

   Visit the Diskit Gompa and try the Bactrian Camel ride.

   7 hours (150 km) from Suraj Tal
6. Day 6: Kardung La Pass and Magnetic Hill
   Drive to the Kardung La Pass and visit the Magnetic Hill.

   Experience the gravity-defying phenomenon and the highest motorable road.

   7 hours (170 km) from Nubra Valley
7. Day 7: Leh City
   Return to Leh City and take the evening flight back home.

   Shop for souvenirs and take memories of Ladakh with you.

   5 hours (110 km) from Kardung La Pass

Time and Costs Estimates

• Thiksey Monastery (2 hours, INR 30)
• Pangong Lake (5 hours, INR 5200)
• Baralacha Pass (8 hours, INR 5000)
• Nubra Valley (7 hours, INR 2000)
• Kardung La Pass and Magnetic Hill (7 hours, INR 1000)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 12,230

Useful Tips

If you have more time, try to visit Tso Moriri Lake and Hunder Sand Dunes. Otherwise, skip Magnetic Hill if you have less time to spare. Do check the weather conditions and road accessibility before planning your trip.