Thrilling Ladakh Tour With Umling La: SUV Edition

Begin your Ladakh trip with the peaceful morning prayers at Thiksey Monastery, one of the region's most iconic Buddhist landmarks.

After breakfast, continue to Saboo, a traditional Ladakhi village known for its mud-brick homes and local way of life.

Here, you’ll enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at a local homestay and get a closer look at everyday life in the mountains.

Return to Leh later in the afternoon, leaving some time to relax or explore the local market at your own pace.

As the day winds down, head to Shanti Stupa and watch the sunset paint the mountains and Leh town in golden hues.

Overnight stay in Leh.

After breakfast, begin one of the most scenic drives of your Ladakh group trip towards Nubra Valley.

Cross Khardung La (17,582 ft.), among the world's highest motorable passes, with sweeping views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges.

Descending into Nubra, we’ll stop at Diskit Monastery and admire the towering Maitreya Buddha overlooking the valley.

Continue towards Hunder, where the stark beauty of the cold desert contrasts with the snow-capped mountains beyond.

In the evening, head to the Nubra Sand Dunes for an exclusive sundowner with a curated picnic setup.

Watch the changing colours of the desert as the sun dips behind the mountains.

Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra Valley.

Enjoy a relaxed morning in Nubra Valley before heading out to the Hunder Sand Dunes.

You can choose to experience an ATV ride or a Bactrian camel safari across the cold desert landscapes (at your own cost).

Later, continue your Ladakh road trip towards Pangong Lake via the scenic Shyok Valley route.

Drive alongside the Shyok River as rugged mountains and dramatic landscapes unfold around you.

Upon arrival, settle in your camps and admire the ever-changing colors of the lake.

Sip on high tea with uninterrupted views of Pangong's turquoise waters and the surrounding mountains.

As darkness falls, witness a spectacular star-studded sky far away from city lights.

Dinner and overnight stay near Pangong Lake.

Get ready to start the day as you wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise.

Later, we will get ready and buckle up for another thrilling journey towards the picturesque Hanle village.

On the way, we will pass the town of Chushul and then stop at the Rezang La War Memorial.

This War Memorial was built as a tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for their motherland in the 1962 Indo-China War.

After paying respects to the martyrs, continue your journey and stop for a delicious lunch on the way (depending on time) before heading to Hanle.

Cross the Loma Bridge on the Indus River and drive through the rugged landscapes until you reach the charming village of Hanle by evening.

Upon reaching, check in to your cozy homestay and enjoy a delicious dinner.

Later, enjoy a telescope-assisted stargazing session and observe distant stars, planets, and celestial wonders.

Overnight stay in Hanle.

Have your breakfast early in the morning and get ready for the most exciting day of your Ladakh group tour.

Get ready to begin an adventurous drive to the highest motorable road in the world - Umling La!

En route, we will cross Photi La located at an altitude of 5524 meters.

Enjoy this rough and thrilling drive through the stunning landscapes of Ladakh as you wind your way up to the summit.

Reach Umling-La, located at an altitude of 5640 meters, which is higher than the Everest Base Camp.

This pass forms the source for the Umlung Stream that drains into the Indus and is a tributary of the Kiungdul River.

Spend some time admiring the surrounding views and clicking pictures at the Umling-La.

Later, we will begin our journey to Leh via Koyul, Loma, Nyoma and Mahe.

Further, we will also cross Chumathang, Upshi, and Karu.

Upon reaching Leh, complete the check-in process at the hotel and call it a day.

Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.

Wake up to the beautiful morning amidst the scenic views in Leh.

Have your breakfast at the hotel and pack your bags.

Your thrilling Ladakh Trip concludes as you head to the Leh airport for your onward journey.

Come back home with adventurous memories which you will cherish for a lifetime.