Leh Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel to off beat destinations with a very small group of like-minded people, our backpacking trips are the best. Explore new places, indulge in impromptu adventures, meet interesting locals and try their local cuisine. It’s going to be a lot of different experience and the best way to explore this hidden gem.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Leh, Leh
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Leh, , Leh
If you are looking to travel to off beat destinations with a very small group of like-minded people, our backpacking trips are the best. Explore new places, indulge in impromptu adventures, meet interesting locals and try their local cuisine. It’s going to be a lot of different experience and the best way to explore this hidden gem.
Itinerary
Day 1: Acclimatization in Leh
Stop At: Shanti Stupa Road 500 steps from Changspa Road, Leh 194101 India
Arrival at Leh and moved to Guesthouse. This day is to rest and acclimatise to the high altitude. Once you are done with orientation and briefing, head out late in the afternoon to visit the local places (Leh Palace, Tsemo Monastery and Shanti Stupa) and give your bike a test ride. You can also do some shopping at Leh Market. Stay at Guesthouse in Leh
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Leh to Nubra valley via Khardungla
Stop At: Khardung La Road, 194101 India
Our long ride starts with conquering the mighty Khardung La (the World’s Highest Motorable Road at a height of 18,380 ft). Riding further downhill, we enter the heart of Nubra valley. It is an amazing experience that you will remember for the rest of your life. As we enter Nubra Valley, the ride along the Shayok River and then to witnessing Hunder sand dunes is a treat for the eyes. We will first visit the oldest and largest monastery of the valley – Diskit monastery and then head out to explore the sand dunes. After rolling around on the sand dunes, we finally head to our campsite. Campsite in Hunder.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Nubra to Pangong Tso via Shayok
Stop At: Pangong Tso, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, India; Ladakh, , India;, Leh 194101 India
Today’s route is actually a shortcut road to reach the famous Pangong Tso via Shayok through rough and rocky terrain and in between water streams. The first glance of the alluring Pangong Lake and its blue waters is enough to leave a lasting impression on your mind. Our campsite for the night, which is our personal favourite, is by the lake itself at Lukung and 20 km away from the famous ‘3 idiots’ shooting point. Stay at Camp in Lukung
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Pangong Tso to Sakti via Changla
Stop At: Changla Pass, India
On our journey to Sakti today, we conquer the Changla La. It is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 17,590ft above the sea level, located in the Nubra valley. After crossing the pass, there’s gruelling descent and we reach Sakti – a laid back village with lush green fields. Stay at a very lovely homestay in Sakti.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Sakti to Karzok (Tsomoriri)
Stop At: Tso Moriri, 194404
This will be the most scenic ride of the entire trip although the entire stretch is off-road. From Spangmik, we will head towards Mann and Merak. We grab our lunch at a small village Chushul and reach one of the highest lakes in the world. Although much smaller than Pangong Tso, it looks more majestic. With less tourists visiting this place, it makes the places all the more beautiful. We reach campsite by later afternoon. Stay at Camp near the Lake
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Karzok (Tsomoriri) to Leh via Tsokar
Stop At: Tso Kar, 194201
After exploring around Tsomoriri Lake in the morning, we depart to our next destination at Tso Kar which is fairly nearby. Tso Kar known for its size and depth is a fluctuating salt lake situated in the Rupshu Plateau and valley in the southern part of Ladakh. Today’s ride comprises good roads of Manali Leh Highway after we connect at Debring. Before reaching Leh, we will cross the third highest motorable road – Tanglang La. Stay at Guesthouse in Leh
Duration: 15 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Leh to Nimmoo(River Rafting) to Leh
Stop At: Magnetic Hill, Leh-Kargil-Srinagar national highway, Leh 194101 India
The last leg of our journey leads to Srinagar highway. On our way, we will visit Magnetic Hill and Confluence point of Indus and Zanskar River. We wash off all the dust from our crazy journey by plunging into the waters of Zanskar River! We will go on a crazy rafting expedition which you will surely cherish. Return back Leh by evening and you can do some last minute shopping and pack your bags.
Duration: 15 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 8: Transfer to Airport
Pass By: Leh, Leh, Leh District, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
Transfer to Airport in the morning.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
