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7-Day Leh Ladakh Classic Circuit

The complete first-time Ladakh circuit — two acclimatisation days in Leh, the Nubra dunes over Khardung La, and a night on the shore of Pangong Tso. Runs May to September, when every pass on the route is open.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Leh
Fly into Leh at 11,500 ft and rest completely — no sightseeing on day one. Short evening walk to Leh Market if you feel up to it.
Meals
Dinner
Stay
Leh
Day 2: Leh acclimatisation and monasteries
Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery at the morning prayer, and Hemis. Back to Leh by late afternoon.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Leh
Day 3: Leh to Nubra via Khardung La
Cross Khardung La at 17,582 ft, descend into the Nubra Valley. Evening camel ride on the Hunder dunes.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Nubra
Day 4: Nubra to Pangong via Shyok
The Shyok river road to Pangong Tso, arriving in time for the light to change on the water.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Pangong
Day 5: Pangong to Leh via Chang La
Sunrise at the lake, then back over Chang La at 17,590 ft to Leh.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Leh
Day 6: Sham Valley day trip
Magnetic Hill, the Indus–Zanskar confluence at Nimmu, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Hall of Fame.
Meals
Breakfast
Stay
Leh
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to Leh airport for your flight out.
Meals
Breakfast

Trip Highlights

Two full acclimatisation days before any high pass
Khardung La at 17,582 ft
Camp on the shore of Pangong Tso
Thiksey, Hemis and Shey monasteries
Inner Line Permits arranged

What's included

Accommodation as per the itinerary, on twin sharing
Daily breakfast and dinner where specified
All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle with an altitude-experienced driver
Inner Line Permits and protected-area permits
Oxygen cylinder and basic first aid in the vehicle
Driver allowance, fuel, tolls and parking

What's not included

Airfare to and from Leh
Lunch throughout unless specified
Monastery entry fees and camera charges
Any activity not listed under inclusions
Travel insurance — strongly recommended at these altitudes
Costs arising from road closures, evacuation or weather delays

Pickup point

Leh Airport (Manali or Srinagar for the bike expeditions)

Cancellation policy

Cancel 30 days or more before departure — full refund minus a ₹2,000 processing fee.

Cancel 15 to 29 days before departure — 50% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel 7 to 14 days before departure — 25% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel within 7 days of departure — no refund.

Flights and Inner Line Permit fees already paid to third parties are non-refundable.

Trips cut short by road closures, weather or altitude sickness are refunded for unused services only — Ladakh road conditions are outside anyone's control.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to acclimatise in Leh?

Two nights before crossing any high pass. Every itinerary here builds that in — it is the single thing that decides whether a Ladakh trip goes well.

When is the best time to visit Ladakh?

May to September for the full circuit, when Khardung La and Chang La are reliably open. Winter trips run December to February for Leh, the monasteries and the Chadar trek, but the high passes are shut.

Do I need permits?

Yes — Inner Line Permits for Nubra, Pangong and Changthang, and protected-area permits for Hanle and Umling La. We arrange all of them; just send scanned ID at booking.

Is Ladakh safe if I have never been to high altitude?

For most people, with proper acclimatisation. Tell us at booking if you have a heart or lung condition, are pregnant, or have had altitude sickness before, and our team will tell you honestly whether a particular itinerary suits you.

Will there be mobile network and ATMs?

Only postpaid connections work in Ladakh, and only in Leh and parts of Nubra. Pangong, Hanle and Zanskar have no signal. Withdraw cash in Leh — ATMs elsewhere are unreliable.

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Know Before You Go

How long does it take to acclimatise in Leh?Two nights before crossing any high pass. Every itinerary here builds that in — it is the single thing that decides whether a Ladakh trip goes well.
When is the best time to visit Ladakh?May to September for the full circuit, when Khardung La and Chang La are reliably open. Winter trips run December to February for Leh, the monasteries and the Chadar trek, but the high passes are shut.
Do I need permits?Yes — Inner Line Permits for Nubra, Pangong and Changthang, and protected-area permits for Hanle and Umling La. We arrange all of them; just send scanned ID at booking.

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