After breakfast, you will drive downstream along the Indus River on the Leh - Kargil Highway. En-route you will visit Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, constructed in 1517 in memory of Guru Nanak Devji at an altitude of 3600 m above sea level. It is located about 25 km from Leh and has many interesting stories attached to it. Visit this sacred site and listen to the anecdotes before moving on to the famous Magnetic Hill that defy the laws of gravity.

On your way to the Magnetic Hill, stop and marvel at the famous confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers. It is a fascinating place where you can see the two colours of the rivers merge into one. Stop here to soak in this stunning sight and take photographs as memories. From here, proceed to the Likir Monastery, which is one of the most active monasteries in this region. The most popular attraction of this 11th century gompa is the 25 feet gold-covered statue of Lord Buddha. It also offers spectacular views of the surroundings. The structure that you see today is not the original one built in 11th century but the one that was re-built in 18th century as restoration following a devastating fire.

After breakfast, you will drive to Leh. En-route you will visit the Alchi, which is home to Alchi Monastery, Ladakh’s most loved gompa. The complex of temples located within the village is the most celebrated of Ladakh’s monasteries and they date back to the 11th century. It is one of the oldest Buddhist learning centres in this region and has exquisite artwork, wooden carvings and Buddhist statues within its complex.

Post visit continue your drive to Leh and check-in to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Nubra Valley. Your drive through breathtaking mountains also passes over Khardung La, located at a height of 18390 feet / 5602 metres above sea level. This is the highest motorable road in the world. From the pass you can get an unbroken view of the Indus valley all they way to the majestic peaks of the Zanskar range in the south and the giant sentinel-like ridges of Saser Massif in the north.

Continue your journey to Nubra Valley nestled between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. It is also known as “Ldumra” or “Valley of Flowers” and was once a prosperous centre on the trans-Himalayan Silk Route. This quaint valley and its settlements are located at an average height of 10000 feet above sea level. It is famous for its mesmerising sand dunes and Bactrian camels. Cheerful prayer flags fluttering high on the hills, Buddhist monasteries, and fields of barley greet you as you enter Nubra Valley. Proceed to Hunder Village to check-in to your hotel / camp.

Rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. You can walk around the tiny villages near your hotel / camp to get a glimpse of the lives of local people. We can arrange for a visit to a Ladakhi home where you can interact with them if you are interested.

Dinner and overnight stay are at the hotel / camp in Hunder Village.

Today you will proceed for an excursion to Turtuk, the northernmost village of India and the last village of Nubra towards the end of the Pakistan border. Slate grey mountains surround this quaint little village which is almost off-the-grid. It has been recently opened to visitors and the retains its unique Turtuk culture and traditions. The people here speak Balti, a language that uses sounds in Tibetan that are no longer used in modern Tibetan parlance. Apricot orchards and the Shyok River flowing near the village make it an unforgettable experience.

You will also visit a 16th Century Mosque, (comprising of a touch of Turkish & Iranian culture), ruined fort of Dhards and Monastery. Admire the magnificent view of the famous K2 peak (The second highest peak in the world after Mount Everest).

After the visit, return to Nubra (Hunder Village) for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel / camp.

Following an early breakfast, you will check out from your camp / hotel and drive towards Hunder where you have the unique opportunity to ride on a double humped Bactrian camel. Take a journey through the famous sand dunes of this high-altitude desert surrounded by rugged peaks and ridges.

On your way back, stop at Diskit (Headquarters of Nubra Valley) where you can visit the monastery, stroll around the market and observe the local people going about their daily chores.

The morning is at leisure when you can explore the ethereal beauty of the Pangong Lake. After you have spent enough time to admire its otherworldly splendour, you will drive back to Leh via the Changla Pass. The Changla Pass is located at a height of 5848 metres above sea level and offers stunning views of the valley below. You will also stop en-route at the Hemis Gompa, Thiksey Monastery, Shey Palace and Druk Padma Karpo School (Rancho’s school from 3 Idiots).

After breakfast, the day is at leisure till you are transferred to the airport for your flight for onward destination. Bid adieu to the magical land of Ladakh with fond memories of picture-perfect sceneries and breathtaking architecture.