Winding mountain road over Khardung La pass on the way to Nubra Valley, Ladakh
Double-humped Bactrian camels on the Hunder sand dunes, Nubra Valley, Ladakh
Leh Nubra 5-day tour: Green fields and sand dunes of Nubra Valley below the mountains, Ladakh
Leh Pangong 5-day tour: The 17th-century Leh Palace above the town of Leh, Ladakh
Group of travellers on a Leh Ladakh holiday among the mountains
Road at Magnetic Hill near Leh, Ladakh

Leh Nubra 5-Day Tour Package: Leh Sightseeing, Khardung La, Hunder Sand Dunes and Diskit Monastery

Our Leh Nubra 5-day tour package is a short Ladakh 4 nights 5 days tour package and Leh Nubra Valley tour package. Spend three nights in Leh, with a full rest day to adjust to the altitude and an easy day of Leh local sightseeing, then cross Khardung La into Nubra Valley for a double-humped Bactrian camel safari on the Hunder sand dunes and a visit to Diskit Monastery. Your hotels, permits, transfers and sightseeing by private SUV are all planned for you.

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Tour at a Glance

Here are the key facts of our Leh Nubra 5-day tour.

  • Duration: 5 days and 4 nights
  • Stay: Leh (3 nights), Nubra Valley (1 night, hotel or camp)
  • Starts and ends: Leh airport
  • Tour type: private SUV with an experienced local driver
  • Highlights: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, the Hall of Fame, Magnetic Hill, the Sangam, Khardung La, the Hunder sand dunes, a Bactrian camel safari and Diskit Monastery
  • Best for: couples, families, first-time visitors and short holidays
  • Best time: May to September

Why Choose This Tour

  • Leh and Nubra in five days: the Leh Nubra 5-day tour covers the town and the cold desert valley without rushing.
  • Safe pace for the altitude: a rest day on arrival and an easy second day before the high pass.
  • The camel safari: ride a double-humped Bactrian camel on the Hunder sand dunes.
  • Permits handled: we arrange the Nubra Valley permits and fees.
  • Private and flexible: add Pangong Lake, Turtuk or a night more in Nubra.

Leh Nubra 5-Day Tour Itinerary

This is the day-by-day plan of the tour.

Day 1: Arrive in Leh and Rest

Your Leh Nubra 5-day tour begins when we meet you at Leh airport and take you to your hotel. Leh is at about 3,500 metres, so rest for most of the day. In the late afternoon, take a gentle walk to the 17th-century Leh Palace and through Leh Market.

Shamrock travel tip: drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and walk slowly on your first day. Tell your driver at once if you feel unwell. For more advice, read our Shamrock India Travel Tips.

Overnight: hotel, Leh. Read our Ladakh travel guide.

Day 2: Leh Local Sightseeing

Day 2 of the Leh Nubra 5-day tour is an easy Leh local sightseeing day. Visit the Hall of Fame, the Indian Army’s museum of the soldiers who serve in Ladakh, and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib. Drive to Magnetic Hill, a famous optical illusion where cars seem to roll uphill, and the Sangam, where the green Indus meets the brown Zanskar river. Return to Leh and watch sunset from Shanti Stupa.

Shamrock travel tip: Lamayuru, with its moon-like landscape, is about three hours from Leh each way. We can add it as an extra day rather than crowd it into your second day at altitude. See our Shamrock India Travel Tips.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: hotel, Leh

Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley over Khardung La

Day 3 of the Leh Nubra 5-day tour crosses Khardung La, one of the high road passes of Ladakh, with prayer flags and wide mountain views at the top. Descend into Nubra Valley, a cold desert of sand dunes and green villages, a drive of about five hours in all. In the late afternoon, ride a double-humped Bactrian camel on the Hunder sand dunes.

Shamrock travel tip: stay only a few minutes at the top of Khardung La, as the air is very thin. Carry your ID for the permit checks on the way. See our Shamrock India Travel Tips.

Meals: breakfast and dinner. Overnight: hotel or camp, Nubra Valley

Day 4: Diskit Monastery and Back to Leh

On Day 4 of the Leh Nubra 5-day tour, visit Diskit Monastery, the oldest and largest monastery in Nubra, and the large Maitreya Buddha statue that looks over the valley. Drive back over Khardung La to Leh, about five hours, with stops for photos.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: hotel, Leh

Day 5: Departure from Leh

After breakfast, transfer to Leh airport for your flight. Your Leh Nubra 5-day tour package ends here.

Meals: breakfast

What Is Included

Your Leh Nubra 5-day tour package includes:

  • Three nights in Leh and one night in Nubra Valley, with breakfast, and dinner in Nubra
  • Leh airport pickup and drop
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private SUV with a local driver
  • Nubra Valley permits and environment fees
  • A Bactrian camel ride at Hunder
  • Tolls, parking, driver costs and taxes

What Is Not Included

This tour does not include:

  • Flights to and from Leh
  • Monument and monastery entry tickets
  • Lunches and other meals not listed
  • Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance

Best Time for This Tour

May to September is the best time for our Leh Nubra 5-day tour, when Khardung La is open and the days are warm. June to August is the busiest season, and September is quieter, with clear skies. In winter Khardung La can close after snow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 5 days enough for Leh and Nubra Valley?

Yes. Five days give you a rest day, a day in Leh and a night in Nubra. To add Pangong Lake, choose our Ladakh 7-day tour package.

Where will we stay in Nubra Valley?

In a comfortable hotel or a camp with attached bathrooms near Hunder or Diskit, in Standard, Premium or Luxury categories.

Do we need permits for Nubra Valley?

Yes. Indian nationals need a permit and an environment fee, and foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit. We arrange them once you send your ID.

Is the road over Khardung La safe?

Yes, with an experienced local driver and a good SUV. The road is high and winding, so we drive slowly and stop often.

Is this tour good for couples and families?

Yes. It works as a short Ladakh honeymoon package and as a Ladakh family tour package. See our honeymoon packages.

How much does the Leh Nubra 5-day tour cost?

The price depends on your hotels and camp, the number of travellers and the season. We can add flights to Leh from Delhi, Mumbai or your city. Tell us your dates and we will send a clear quotation.

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