Adventure and Scenic Wonders: 3-Day Itinerary from Leh to Turtuk, Nubra Valley, and Pangong Lake

Day 1: Arrival and Settling

Leh, India on May 12, 2025

3:00pm

Arrival at Leh Airport

Land at Leh airport and proceed to your pre-booked hotel located centrally in Leh for rest and acclimatisation to high altitude.
INR0, 1h

4:00pm

Check-in and Rest

Check-in to your hotel and relax. Drink plenty of water and avoid strenuous activity to help with acclimatisation.
INR0, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at The Tibetan Kitchen

Enjoy a hearty dinner featuring traditional Tibetan dishes such as momos and thukpa at The Tibetan Kitchen, open until 9pm, ideal for early dining.
INR800 approximately, 1h

Day 2: Leh to Turtuk

Leh to Turtuk via Diskit and Hunder, India on May 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at German Bakery

Start early with a nutritious breakfast at German Bakery, open from 7am, known for fresh pastries and coffee.
INR350 approx, 30m

8:00am

Drive to Diskit Monastery

Begin your drive to Nubra Valley, stopping at Diskit Monastery to admire the 32-metre Maitreya Buddha statue and panoramic views. The monastery is open until 5pm.
INR30 entry fee approx, 1h

10:00am

Explore Hunder Sand Dunes

Continue to Hunder to see the unique sand dunes and the rare double-humped Bactrian camels; camel rides are available from 10am to 5pm.
INR500 for camel ride, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch in Hunder

Have lunch at Gulaab Restaurant, renowned for local Ladakhi cuisine and warm hospitality, open till 3pm.
INR600 approx, 1h

1:30pm

Drive to Turtuk Village

Drive on to Turtuk, a beautiful and remote village near the Pakistan border, known for its unique Balti culture.
INR0, 1h 30m

3:00pm

Explore Turtuk Village

Walk through the peaceful village, visit local homes, the small Turtuk Fort, and take in stunning mountain views.
INR0, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Guesthouse Turtuk

Enjoy a traditional dinner at your guesthouse serving Balti specialties with fresh apricot dishes, open in the evening for guests.
INR500 approx, 1h

Day 3: Nubra to Pangong Lake and Return

Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake and Leh, India on May 14, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Guesthouse

Eat a light early breakfast at your accommodation to prepare for the long day ahead.
INR300 approx, 30m

7:00am

Drive to Pangong Lake

Depart from Nubra to Pangong Lake, crossing scenic mountain roads and high altitude passes; the drive takes about 5 hours.
INR0, 5h

12:00pm

Lunch at Pangong Lake Camp

Enjoy a packed picnic lunch or dine at a camp near the lake, appreciating the spectacular blue waters and surrounding mountains.
INR600 approx, 1h

1:00pm

Explore Pangong Lake

Relax and explore the lake shore, taking photos and soaking in the breathtaking natural scenery.
INR0, 1h 30m

2:30pm

Return Drive to Leh

Start the return journey to Leh, enjoying the fading mountain views and stopping for breaks as needed.
INR0, 5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Chopsticks Restaurant, Leh

Conclude your adventurous day with a delicious dinner serving Indo-Chinese food, open until 10pm.
INR700 approx, 1h