Offbeat 6 Nights / 7 DaysLeh · Nubra Valley · Turtuk · Pangong
Amazing Ladakh Turtuk
- Leh sightseeing — Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace & Local Market
- Nubra Valley via Khardungla Pass with camel ride at sand dunes
From₹25,400per person · twin sharing
Key facts
- Altitude
- Roughly 3,000 m on the valley floor, with Khardung La above 5,000 m on the way in
- From Leh
- About 135 km and five hours by road on our itineraries, over Khardung La
- To Turtuk
- About 80 km and two to three hours each way from the main valley
- Good months
- Roughly June to September, when the pass and the camps are open
- Limited or closed
- Snow can close the pass, camps shut for the cold months, and a permit is needed
- How long people stay
- Two nights; one night feels rushed after a five-hour drive
- How we plan it
- Leh nights first, the pass crossed in daylight, dunes and camels at the end of the day, Diskit the next morning
About
Discover Nubra Valley.
Where the Shyok and Nubra rivers meet, sand dunes rise beneath snow peaks and double-humped Bactrian camels graze like a mirage. Diskit’s cliffside monastery watches over it all.
Tour packages
Short Trip to Ladakh
4 Nights / 5 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong
₹18,400
Ladakh Expedition with Nubra & Pangong
5 Nights / 6 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong
₹21,400
Amazing Ladakh with Turtuk
6 Nights / 7 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong
₹25,400
Delightful Ladakh with Hanle
7 Nights / 8 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong, Hanle
₹32,900
Amazing Ladakh with Kargil
7 Nights / 8 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong, Kargil
₹33,600
Amazing Ladakh with Tsomoriri
7 Nights / 8 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong, Tsomoriri
₹33,200
Ladakh with Hanle & Tsomoriri
8 Nights / 9 Days · Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong, Hanle, Tsomoriri
₹37,250
Discover Ladakh
9 Nights / 10 Days · Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong, Sarchu, Manali
₹51,800
Best of Ladakh
9 Nights / 10 Days · Leh, Kargil, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong, Hanle, Tsomoriri
₹44,650
Ladakh with Zanskar
12 Nights / 13 Days · Leh, Kargil, Rangdum, Padum, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong
₹68,750
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How do you get to Nubra Valley?
The road leaves Leh, climbs to Khardung La, a pass above 5,000 m, and drops into the Shyok valley. Our itineraries give about 135 km and five hours for the drive, with a short stop at the top. Do not linger at the pass, because the air is very thin there. From Nubra you can return to Leh the same way or go on to Pangong by the Shyok road, as our Ladakh Expedition with Nubra & Pangong does.
| Leg | What it is like | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
| Leh to Nubra | A long climb, a high pass and a steep descent on a road that can be rough | Start early and cross the pass in daylight |
| Within the valley | Short drives between Hunder, Diskit and nearby villages | Keep the drives short and the afternoons slow |
| Nubra to Pangong | A remote road beside the Shyok river | Allow a full day; if the road is shut we use an alternative and tell you of any change in cost |
| Nubra to Turtuk | The road runs on beside the river towards the border | A full-day round trip; see Turtuk |
What is there to see and do in Nubra Valley?
- Sand dunes and camels. Near Hunder, pale dunes stand at the foot of snow peaks, and double-humped Bactrian camels, said to descend from Silk Road animals, give short rides. Evening is the cool and quiet time to go.
- Diskit Monastery. A cliffside gompa above the valley, with a large Buddha statue looking down the river. Go in the morning, when the light is soft.
- Villages and orchards. Walk between fields of barley, apricot trees and stone houses, and stop for tea.
- Turtuk. The Balti village at the end of the road, known for apricots, stone homes and a culture closer to Baltistan than to Tibet.
- The two rivers. The Shyok and Nubra make the valley green in a cold desert, and the contrast is the picture most people carry home.
Where do you stay in Nubra Valley?
Stays are mostly tented camps and small cottages near Hunder and Diskit, with meals in camp. Expect warm bedding, simple bathrooms and a heater, and expect nights to be cold. Mobile signal depends on your network. Camps open in summer and close for the cold months, so book early for midsummer. Every Ladakh package lists its Nubra stays in four tiers, from Standard to Premium; see our Ladakh tour packages page.
When should you go to Nubra Valley?
| Months | What to expect | What to weigh |
|---|---|---|
| November to April | Cold, with snow on Khardung La and most camps shut | We do not plan trips here in these months |
| May to June | The pass and camps reopen, the days are warm and the nights are cold | Opening dates change each year, so ask us first |
| July to September | The usual window, with green fields and open roads | Busy; book early and keep a spare day |
| October | Clear, cold and quiet, with golden poplars in the villages | Snow can close the pass at short notice |
What are the permit and safety rules?
- Nubra Valley and Turtuk are border regions, so permission is arranged before the trip and original photo ID is checked at checkposts. Our permits and ID guide explains the pattern, and our packages list inner line permit fees as included.
- Follow instructions at checkposts and do not photograph military sites or personnel.
- Spend nights in Leh before you go over the pass, and tell your driver at once about a headache, nausea or drowsiness.
- Landslides and weather can slow the road. We check conditions on the morning of the drive.
How long should you spend in Nubra?
Two nights is the sensible plan: arrive in time for the dunes at the end of day one, see Diskit on day two, then move on. Add a night if you want to go to Turtuk without rushing. Our shorter circuits, such as the Short Trip to Ladakh, fit Nubra into a four-night trip, while Amazing Ladakh with Turtuk adds the border village. For the wider picture, read our Ladakh guide and Leh guide.
Send your dates and group size through our contact page, and we confirm the pass, camps and permits before you pay.
Questions travellers ask
How far is Nubra Valley from Leh?
About 135 km and five hours on our itineraries, over Khardung La, with a short stop at the top. Road and weather conditions change, and a rough or slow patch can add time, so we check on the morning of the drive and tell you when to be ready.
How many days do I need for Nubra Valley?
Two nights is the sensible plan. One night means a five-hour drive each way for a short stay, and two lets you see the dunes at the end of the day and Diskit the next morning. Add a night if you want to visit Turtuk.
Do I need a permit for Nubra Valley?
Yes. It is a border region, and permission is arranged before you go. Rules differ for Indian and foreign nationals and can change. Our Ladakh packages list inner line permit fees as included, and we confirm what your group needs when you send names and ID details.
Can I ride a camel at the Nubra sand dunes?
Yes, short camel rides are offered near Hunder, and our packages include a camel ride at the dunes. Ride late in the day when it is cooler, wear sunscreen and warm layers, and treat the animals gently. Availability depends on the season.
Is the Khardung La pass a problem for altitude?
It is very high, above 5,000 m, so we keep the stop at the top short and cross only after you have spent nights in Leh. Tell your driver at once about a headache, nausea or breathlessness. See a doctor first if you have a heart or lung condition.
Can I visit Nubra Valley in winter?
We do not plan trips here in winter. Snow can close Khardung La, camps shut and temperatures fall far below freezing. Roughly June to September is the usual window. Tell us your dates and we say honestly what is open.
Written by the TDI Holiday Ventures planning desk in Srinagar. Conditions, fares and rules change: confirm anything that affects your booking with us on WhatsApp before you pay.
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