Ladakh Full Explorer
Nine days going beyond the standard Ladakh circuit — adding Tso
Moriri Lake and the Changthang plateau to complete the most
immersive Ladakh experience available, including all major lakes,
valleys and monasteries.
Day 1
Arrive in Leh — rest day
Airport pickup, hotel check-in and complete rest. No physical
exertion for the first 24 hours.
- Arrival transfer and check-in
- Acclimatisation rest
- Optional short evening stroll
Day 2
Leh local sightseeing
Visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Magnetic Hill, Sangam, Hall of
Fame and Spituk Monastery.
- Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa
- Sangam and Magnetic Hill
- Spituk Monastery
Day 3
South Ladakh monasteries
Full day visiting Hemis, Thiksey, Shey Palace and Stok Palace —
the most important monasteries and heritage sites around Leh.
- Hemis and Thiksey monasteries
- Shey Palace and Stok Museum
- Return to Leh overnight
Day 4
Nubra Valley via Khardung La
Cross Khardung La (5,359 m) and descend into Nubra Valley,
visiting Diskit Monastery and the Hunder sand dunes.
- Khardung La high pass crossing
- Diskit Monastery
- Hunder camel safari (optional)
Day 5
Nubra to Pangong
Drive from Nubra to Pangong Lake via the Agham-Shyok route
through the Shyok River valley.
- Shyok River scenic route
- Pangong Lake camp check-in
- Evening lake views
Day 6
Pangong to Tso Moriri
Morning sunrise at Pangong Lake, then drive to Tso Moriri via
the Changthang plateau — one of the most remote and beautiful
drives in Ladakh.
- Pangong sunrise
- Changthang plateau crossing
- Tso Moriri Lake arrival and camp
Day 7
Tso Moriri exploration and return
Morning exploration of Tso Moriri Lake and the surrounding
Changthang wildlife sanctuary, then drive back toward Leh.
- Tso Moriri Lake morning walk
- Changthang wildlife sighting opportunities
- Return drive to Leh overnight
Day 8
Leh leisure day
Free day for the Leh market, optional short day trips, local
craft shopping or a visit to Alchi or Likir Monastery.
- Leh market and souvenir shopping
- Alchi or Likir optional day trip
- Rest and relaxation
Day 9
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for your onward journey
home.
- Timed airport transfer
- Trip wrap-up assistance