Ultimate Ladakh With Hanle Umlingla Puga Valley and Tso Moriri
9D/8N
2
Days In
Leh1
Day In
Nubra Valley1
Day In
Pangong LakeHighlights
- The most complete Ladakh circuit covering Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Hanle, Umlingla, Puga Valley, and Tso Moriri in one 9 day private 4x4 expedition
- Umlingla Pass at 19,024 ft, the world's highest motorable road, higher than Everest Base Camp, with 360 degree Himalayan and Karakoram views
- Two nights in Hanle with Milky Way stargazing under the darkest skies in India at one of the world's highest astronomical observatories
Package Options
Duration
4 days
₹ 17,999
6 days
₹ 32,999
7 days
₹ 39,999
4 days
Starting From
₹ 17,999
6 days
Starting From
₹ 32,999
7 days
Starting From
₹ 39,999
9 days
Starting From
₹ 39,999
Vehicle Type
Stay Category
Itinerary
Your 4x4 picks you up from Leh Airport and takes you to your hotel. The entire day is for rest and acclimatization. Leh is at 11,500 ft and your body needs time to adjust before you head into even higher territory over the coming days. Hydrate, sleep, and take it very slow. If you feel good by evening, a short walk to Shanti Stupa gives you a beautiful first sunset over the valley.
Arrive Leh Airport, Private 4x4 Transfer to Hotel
10:00 - 11:30
Location:Leh Airport → Hotel
Full Day Rest: Hydrate, Nap, Let Your Body Adjust to 11,500 ft
11:30 - 17:00
Location:Leh Hotel
Optional Evening Walk to Shanti Stupa for Sunset
17:00 - 18:30
Location:Shanti Stupa, Leh
Early Dinner
19:00 - 20:00
Location:Leh
Overnight Stay in Leh
20:30 - 07:30
Location:Leh
Inclusions
- Private 4x4 pickup from Leh Airport on arrival and drop on departure
- 8 nights stay on double sharing: Leh (3N) in 2 star or entry level 3 star hotel, Nubra Valley (1N) in standard camp or guesthouse, Pangong Lake (1N) in lakeside camp, Hanle (2N) in warm local homestay, Tso Moriri (1N) in camp near Korzok village
- Breakfast and dinner on all 8 stay nights (MAP plan)
- Private 4x4 vehicle (Scorpio, Thar, or equivalent with high ground clearance) exclusively for you for the entire 9 days
- All permits including Inner Line Permit plus restricted area permits for Hanle, Umlingla, Changthang sector, and Tso Moriri
- Experienced high altitude driver who knows the Changthang plateau and Umlingla approach
- Emergency oxygen cylinder carried in the vehicle throughout the trip
- On ground coordination and trip support from our team
- All applicable taxes including GST
Exclusions
- Flights to and from Leh (we can help arrange these on request)
- Lunches, personal snacks, drinks, and mineral water
- Entry tickets to monasteries, monuments, and memorial sites
- Camel ride, ATV, and other activities payable locally
- Personal expenses, tips, and laundry
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended for this high altitude route)
- Anything not listed under Inclusions above
Your Trip in a Nutshell
- Duration
- 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Start / End Point
- Leh Airport (IXL)
- Stay
- Leh (3N) • Nubra Valley (1N) • Pangong Lake (1N) • Hanle (2N) • Tso Moriri (1N)
- Meals
- Breakfast & Dinner (MAP)
- Main Highlight
- Complete Ladakh expedition covering Umlingla (19,024 ft), Hanle stargazing, Puga Valley geothermal fields, Tso Moriri, and the full Nubra Pangong circuit
- Best Season
- May–September
- Ideal For
- Adventure seekers, repeat Ladakh visitors, stargazers, photographers, and Umlingla bucket listers
Know Before You Go
This is a deep Ladakh expedition that goes into restricted Changthang territory. It is not a standard Nubra Pangong loop. Every day builds on the previous one in terms of altitude and remoteness
Leh is at 11,500 ft. Days 1 and 2 are for acclimatization. You need 4 days of progressive altitude gain (Days 1 through 4) before attempting Umlingla at 19,024 ft on Day 6. Do not rush this
Hanle and the Umlingla corridor are extremely remote. There are no ATMs, no restaurants, no fuel stations, and no mobile network. Carry enough cash and personal supplies before leaving Leh
A 4x4 vehicle is mandatory for this route. Regular cars and standard SUVs cannot handle the Changthang plateau terrain, especially the Umlingla approach and the Puga to Tso Moriri stretch
Restricted area permits for Hanle, Umlingla, and the Changthang sector are required. We process all permits as part of your package
Hanle stays are in warm homestays run by local families. Tso Moriri stays are in camps or the best available local accommodation. These are basic but clean and warm. This is not hotel country
Carry warm layers for every single day. Temperatures at Hanle, Umlingla, and Tso Moriri can drop well below freezing at night, even in peak summer
Mobile network works only in Leh town. From Day 3 onwards, expect very limited or zero signal until you return to Leh on Day 8. Download offline maps and inform your family before you leave
Emergency oxygen is carried in the vehicle throughout the trip. At 19,024 ft on Umlingla, altitude effects are real. Stay hydrated, move slowly, and listen to your body and your driver
FAQ's
Not at all. This itinerary is well paced with no drive longer than 7 to 8 hours. Each day has a purpose and the progressive altitude gain is what keeps you safe and comfortable when you reach Umlingla at 19,024 ft on Day 6. Rushing this route into fewer days would compromise safety and the experience.
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