Leh to Leh Expedition with Umling La
A 06-night, 07-day Leh-to-Leh expedition that pairs Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso with the remote Changthang circuit: Hanle at ~15,000 ft and Umling La — the world’s highest motorable road. Hotels, camps and homestays on double/triple sharing, with Tempo Traveller/cab or biking options.
Price shown is per person, starting at the triple-sharing seat-in-cab fare; biking modes (dual rider, solo 500cc, Himalayan 411, bring-your-own-bike) are priced separately.
Itinerary Breakdown
Arrive at Leh airport, transfer to the hotel and rest for proper acclimatisation — avoid physical exertion and stay hydrated. An easy evening walk around Leh Market if health permits. Dinner and overnight in Leh.
After breakfast: the Hall of Fame Museum, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and the Sangam confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers, then Shanti Stupa for sunset views. Entry tickets are not included. Dinner and overnight in Leh.
Over Khardung La (18,080 ft) to Diskit Monastery and its 100-ft Maitreya Buddha, then the cold desert and Hunder Sand Dunes. Optional double-hump camel or ATV rides at own cost. Bonfire, dinner and overnight camp in Nubra.
The scenic Shyok route to Pangong Tso (13,860 ft) — the famous colour-changing lake and the 3 Idiots and Jab Tak Hai Jaan shooting spots. Lakefront sunset and stargazing; dinner and overnight in lakeside cottages.
Through remote high-altitude landscapes past Chushul, Tsaga and Loma to Hanle (~15,000 ft), one of India’s highest inhabited villages on the ancient Silk Route. Highlights include the Rezang La War Memorial, the Indian Astronomical Observatory (optional) and world-class stargazing. Dinner and overnight in a homestay/cottage.
An early start for Umling La — the world’s highest motorable road — with photography at the top, then head back to Leh with pit stops en route, visiting the 3 Idiots School and Shanti Stupa. Overnight in Leh.
After breakfast, transfer to Leh airport for your onward journey — the expedition wraps up with smiles and memories.
What’s in the Package?
Included
- Airport pickup and drop from Leh airport at scheduled common group timings
- Accommodation in hotels, camps and homestays on double/triple sharing
- Tempo Traveller or cab for the complete Leh-to-Leh journey (non-biking option)
- Bike rental with fuel for days 2–6, Leh to Leh (biking option)
- 06 breakfasts and 06 dinners per person
- Team captain throughout the trip with mechanical backup
- Badges & expedition stickers, complimentary group photos and ride certificate
- All inner line permits for the trip
- Driver night charges, toll tax and parking charges
- Medical kit and oxygen cylinder 24x7 in the vehicle
Not included
- Personal expenses, beverages and meals not listed in the inclusions
- 5% GST on the total package cost
- Alcoholic drinks, mineral water and meals/refreshments on the highway
- Entry tickets, monument/monastery fees, camera charges, camel safari, river rafting, laundry, telephone bills and tips
- Any cost arising from natural calamities, landslides or road blocks (payable on the spot)
- Damage to the bike (except engine damage) or riding gear — biking options
- Any medical or evacuation expenses
Notes
- Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure (booking amount non-refundable); fees of 10% (59–45 days), 25% (44–30 days), 50% (29–15 days), 75% (15–8 days) and 100% (within 7 days) apply thereafter.
- 60% of the trip cost must be paid at least 60 days before the trip starts.
- Prices are per person and vary by mode: seat in cab/SUV/Tempo Traveller, dual rider, solo 500cc, Himalayan 411 (solo/pillion) or bring-your-own-bike (fuel excluded).
- Biking options carry a fully refundable security deposit of ₹5,000 (Classic/Std) or ₹10,000 (Himalayan); a luggage backup vehicle runs with groups of 10+.
- Day 1 is for acclimatisation — stay hydrated and avoid exertion; nights are very cold and mobile network/electricity are limited in Nubra, Pangong and Hanle.
- No refunds for services affected by weather, landslides, road blocks or force majeure; trips called off before departure due to natural calamity earn a travel voucher valid 365 days.
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Good to know
Yes! Over 60% of our travelers join solo. You will be matched with like-minded travelers, get access to a pre-trip WhatsApp group, and have an expert trip captain to ensure everyone feels welcomed.
You can click on "Book Now" or contact us directly on WhatsApp. You can reserve your seat with a partial deposit of 20% and pay the remaining balance before departure.
Packages generally include stay, transfers, internal travel in comfortable vehicles, listed activities, permits, and an experienced trip captain. Personal expenses, flights, and unlisted meals are extra.
We offer free rescheduling on group trips up to 15 days before departure date. Cancellations made within the grace window receive a travel voucher valid for 1 year.
Yes! We partner with major credit cards and finance partners to provide 3, 6, and 9 month flexible zero-cost EMI payment options.
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