What makes this Turtuk Ladakh tour package different from a standard Nubra-Pangong circuit is a dedicated day in Turtuk — a Balti village near the Line of Control that only opened to tourists in 2010, with its own distinct culture, language and terraced apricot orchards, unlike anything else in the itinerary. Over 6 nights / 7 days, you’ll also cover Leh’s landmarks, Nubra Valley’s sand dunes, an overnight stay at Pangong Lake, and Hemis, Thiksey and Shey on the return leg.
It’s the right pick for travellers who’ve done or are planning the standard Ladakh circuit and want one genuinely distinct cultural stop added in.
6 Nights / 7 Days · Leh · Nubra Valley · Turtuk · Pangong. Everything below is customisable — change the pace, add a night, swap a hotel.
Day 1
On arrival at Leh airport meet our representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Leh. Upon arrival, proceed for check-in at your hotel. Remainder of the day will be for rest, to acclimatize. In the late afternoon around 4 PM, drive to visit Shanti Stupa (Buddhist white-domed stupa (chorten) on a hilltop in Chanspa) followed by a visit to Leh Palace (Former royal palace overlooking the town of Leh). Post this visit Leh Market, here you can find almost everything including Himalayan Pashmina Shawls/Apricot Store/Tibetan Handicrafts/Ladakhi Ornaments/Rugs, Kashmiri Carpets and etc. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel. Since you are reaching an altitude of 4000 meters approximately from 200 mtrs in just one hour’s time, you may be excited and would want to explore everything on your very first day. However, it is your body which needs to get acclimatized to such height and climate. We sincerely suggest that you rest on the first day for body acclimatization.
Day 2
In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Sangam (Confluence of Zanskar and Indus River). En-route visit Magnetic Hill (gravity hill, a type of optical illusion created by rising and descending terrain) and Gurudwara Patthar Sahib (constructed in the memory of Guru Nanak). On your way back, visit Ladakh Hall of fame (Run by the Indian Army, this museum/war memorial houses weapons, history exhibits & a souvenir shop) followed by a visit to Spituk Monastery (also known as Spituk Gompa or Pethup Gompa). Later come back to the hotel and spent the evening at leisure. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 3
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Day 4
After breakfast drive towards Turtuk border village that sits on the crossroad of Himalayan and Karakoram ranges overlooking the Shyok river is home to the people of Balti tribe with its unique culture and tradition. Baltis are also known for their sumptuous cuisine. The village was used to be under Pakistani occupation until 1971 when India won it back in a fierce war fought against the Pakistani army. Atop the village you also get a view of Pakistani side of the border. Almost every family is divided and some of the relatives now reside on the other side of the border. You would get some of your best shots here in Turtuk. The place is also known for quality apricots and sword dance which they perform on important occasions and marriages. As someone rightly said that “only smiles are sweeter than apricot in Turtuk.” Evening back to Nubra.
Day 5
Morning after Breakfast proceed for Diskit Monastery. Post the Diskit Monastery, proceed for backward journey to Pangong via Shayok. Pangong Lake: The picturesque lake is one of the major draws of the Leh-Ladakh valley. A location of several film shootings and known for its pristine waters surrounded by awe-inspiring mountains, Pangong Lake is a prime tourist attraction. The long and narrow lake lies in the neighbourhood of the famous Chushul Mountains. The mirror-calm water is cold, clear and extremely salty. The lake is a breeding ground for a variety of birds. In the evening check in to your camps at Pangong Lake. Dinner and overnight stay at the camps. (Approx 4000/- for SUV & 7000/- for Traveler Extra for Warila Route – If Shayok route is closed)
Day 6
In the morning have breakfast at your camp/cottage in Pangong. Thereafter, proceed for your journey back to Leh via Changla pass. On the way visit Hemis Monastery. Later visit Thiksey Monastery & Shey Palace. Upon your arrival in Leh, you may enjoy the evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7
Leave on time for Leh airport to board your flight to onward journey. TOUR CONCLUDES HERE
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Twin-sharing basis, private vehicle, taxes included. The more travellers, the lower the per-person price.
| Travellers | Vehicle | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 travellers | Xylo/Scorpio | ₹25,400 |
| 4 travellers | Xylo/Scorpio | ₹17,990 |
| 6 travellers | Tempo Traveller | ₹15,500 |
| Extra bed (per person) | ₹8,200 | |
Turtuk is a Balti Muslim village near the Line of Control that only opened to Indian tourists in 2010. It has its own distinct language, cuisine and culture compared to the Buddhist-majority parts of Ladakh, along with terraced apricot orchards and traditional stone architecture.
Yes, Turtuk falls under the inner line permit zone, which is included and arranged by our team as part of this package.
Ladakh is accessible roughly June through September, when the Leh–Manali and Leh–Srinagar highways are open and passes like Khardungla and Changla are snow-free. Turtuk’s apricot orchards are especially scenic in late summer.
Leh sits at approximately 3,500m, so Day 1 is deliberately kept light for acclimatization. We recommend staying hydrated and informing your guide of any symptoms — our team is experienced in managing high-altitude travel throughout.
Yes. You can add an overnight stay in Turtuk itself instead of a day trip, extend your Pangong stay, or upgrade your accommodation category — share your preferences via WhatsApp and we’ll tailor a quote within 30 minutes.
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