Destination Guide

Ladakh

The land of high passes, crystal-blue high-altitude lakes, and ancient Tibetan monasteries.

Duration 9 Days

Best Season June - Sept

Travel Style Adventure Road Trip

Total Stories 3 Captured

Detailed Travel Guidebooks

Jun 17, 2026 • 1 Min Read

Experiencing the shifting colors of Pangong Lake (4,250m) and returning to Leh town via the snowy Chang La Pass.

Jun 16, 2026 • 1 Min Read

Crossing the high Khardung La Pass (5,359m) into the sand dunes of Hunder and exploring the majestic Diskit Monastery.

Jun 15, 2026 • 2 Min Read

A vital guide to acclimatizing in Leh (3,500m), checking out local sights like Shanti Stupa and Spituk Monastery, and avoiding AMS.

Day 1

Arrive in Leh (3,500m) and spend the day resting in your hotel to adapt to the high altitude. Walk around Leh Market in the evening.

Day 2

Visit the historic Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa for sunset views, and Spituk Monastery.

Day 3

Cross Khardung La (5,359m), one of the highest motorable passes in the world, and descend into the scenic Nubra Valley.

Day 4

Explore the giant Maitreya Buddha statue at Diskit Monastery and ride double-humped Bactrian camels at the Hunder Sand Dunes.

Day 5

Drive along the Shyok River route directly to the turquoise blue waters of Pangong Tso Lake (4,250m).

Day 6

Wake up early for a spectacular sunrise over Pangong Lake, and drive back to Leh crossing the high Chang La Pass (5,360m).

Visual Story

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