India: Nubra Valley Extension

This incredible valley has been completely cut off from travellers until it was opened up by the Indian Government only in early 1994. It is a Buddhist region north of Leh across the 18,380 ft. (5600m) Khardung La Pass, the highest motorable road in the world. The Khardung La was the first of the five passes on the former trade route to Turkestan. Nubra consists of two long valleys: the Nubra and the Shyok, lying beneath the towering eastern Karakoram Range, which contains the highest peaks within Ladakh. At the head of the Nubra Valley is the 45 mile (70km) long Siachen Glacier, the longest glacier in the Karakoram.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1:( Day 14 of the Markha Valley Trek): Leh to Tiger. In the morning drive to Tiger over the incredible 18,380 ft (5600m) Khardung La Pass, the highest road in the world! Afternoon at leisure and time is available to explore the environs. Overnight in Camp.

Day 2: Day excursion to Ansa Gompa (Monastery) and Panamik Hot Springs is organised for you along with a picnic hot lunch. Overnight in Camp.

Day 3: Morning drive to Dishkit to visit the monastery, and in the evening visit Samstaning Monastery. Time is available for short hikes around the area. Overnight in Camp.

Day 4: Drive back to Leh. Enjoy some free time on your own and overnight in hotel.

After you finish the Nubra Valley Extension you return to Leh which is Day 14 of the Markha Valley trek and on Day 15 you fly to Delhi.