This 8-day itinerary explores India’s northernmost borders, taking you from the ancient Silk Route to the edge of the Karakoram range. It balances extreme high-altitude adventure with necessary health safety.
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Siachen Base Camp: Stand at the civilian limit of the world's highest battlefield, pay respects at the OP Baba Shrine and meet Indian Army soldiers stationed at the snout of the massive Siachen Glacier.
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Turtuk Border Culture.Explore India's northernmost village annexed from Pakistan in 1971. Walk through apricot orchards, meet the native Balti people, and view the Karakoram range just kilometers from the Line of Control (LoC).
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Pangong Tso: Witness the mesmerizing shifting blues of this 134-km-long high-altitude saltwater lake, backdropped by stark, barren mountains.
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The Twin-Humped Camels: Ride rare, prehistoric Bactrian camels amidst the high-altitude white sand dunes of Hunder in the Nubra Valley.
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Panamik Hot Springs: Soak in natural, therapeutic sulphur hot springs nestled in the remote northern arm of the Nubra Valley.
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Iconic High Passes: Conquer two of the world’s highest motorable roads—Khardung La (17,582 ft) and Chang La (17,586 ft)
Day 1SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 1: Arrive in Leh → Rest and adapt to altitude (Mandatory) → light evening stroll around the leh market.
Day 2SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 2: Leh Sightseeing → Visit Hall of Fame, Magnetic Hill, and Sangam. Sunset at shanti stupa/ Leh Royal palace.
Day 3SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Day 3: Leh to Hunder → Drive via Khardung La Pass → Visit Diskit Monastery and the Hunder Sand Dunes.Overnight in Hunder
Day 4SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 4: Turtuk Excursion → Day trip to Turtuk Balti Village near the LoC. Return to Hunder for the night.
Day 5SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 5: Hunder to Siachen Base Camp & Sumur → Drive to Panamik Hot Springs and Siachen Base Camp (OP Baba Shrine). Return to stay overnight in Sumur.
Day 6SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 6: Sumur to Pangong Tso → Take the Shyok Route directly from Sumur to Pangong Lake. Spend a relaxed evening by the lakeside. Overnight in camp at Pangong.
Day 7SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 7: Pangong Tso to Leh → Catch the sunrise over the lake → Return to Leh via Chang La Pass and Thiksey Monastery. Enjoy your final evening shopping or relaxing in leh
Day 8SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
Leh Ladakh+
SIACHEN & SILK ROUTE CIRCUIT - 7N/8D
- Day 8: Departure → Morning check-out and transfer to Leh airport for your morning flight.
What is included in the tour
- Airport pickup & drop
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- Private SUV (Innova/Scorpio/Xylo)
- Experienced local driver
- Fuel, parking & tolls
- Environmental fees (as applicable)
- Basic first-aid kit
- Oxygen cylinde
What is NOT included in the tour
- Airfare
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Camera fees
- Travel insurance
- Adventure activities
- Entry tickets where applicable
