Ladakh Apricot Blossom
07 Days 06 Nights

Ladakh Apricot Blossom

Leh - Nubra - Turtuk - Pangong Tso - Leh

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Stay
included
Travelling
Travelling
included
Breakfast and Dinner
Breakfast and Dinner
included
Trip Leader
Trip Leader
included
Sightseeing
Sightseeing
included
About this Trip

While most travellers associate Ladakh with high-altitude summer road trips and rugged, barren landscapes, the region guards a breathtaking springtime secret. Every April, the cold desert transforms into a vibrant canvas of pink and white as millions of apricot trees burst into f...

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  • Upon arrival at Leh Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you. 
  • After that, you’ll check in at your hotel.
  • After some time to relax and acclimatise, head out to explore key landmarks such as Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, and the vibrant Leh Market. 
  • In the evening, enjoy a stroll around the local area before returning to the hotel for dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Night: Stay at the hotel in Leh


  • Begin your day with a delicious breakfast, then head out for a full day of exploring.
  • Today’s highlights include visits to the Hall of Fame, Spituk Monastery, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, the intriguing Magnetic Hill, the confluence point at Sangam, and the Rafting Point. 
  • After a day of exploration, head back to the hotel in the evening for a relaxing dinner and a restful night.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night: Stay at the hotel in Leh


  • Today, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to Nubra Valley, crossing Khardung La Pass, one of the world’s highest motorable roads. 

  • Once you arrive in Nubra Valley, begin your exploration with a visit to the ancient Diskit Monastery, followed by a stroll through Diskit Village and Hunder Village.

  • Discover the unique landscape of the Sand Dunes and ride the rare double-humped Bactrian camels.

  • Later in the day, check into your accommodation and spend a relaxing evening amidst the serene beauty of Nubra Valley."

  • Later, check into your accommodation in Nubra Valley.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Night: Stay at the Camp/homestay in Nubra Valley


  • Today, set out early from Hunder for a scenic 85-kilometre drive to Turtuk, one of India’s northernmost villages and a gateway to the unique Balti culture.

  • Turtuk, famously called 'The Last Village of India,' offers a unique blend of rich heritage and breathtaking scenery.

  • Begin your visit to Turtuk village, Tyakshi village, and Thang village. 

  • Take the time to explore the village, meet the locals, and immerse yourself in the serene surroundings.

  • In the evening, return to Nubra Valley and relax at your camp or homestay in Hunder.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night: Stay at the Camp/Homestay in Nubra Valley

  • Wake up to the breathtaking views of the Karakoram mountains and enjoy a hearty breakfast. 

  • Afterwards, begin your journey toward Pangong Tso, the stunning high-altitude saltwater lake renowned for its ever-changing shades of blue.

  • En route, pass through the picturesque villages of Shayok River, Durbuk, and Pangong Lake, soaking in the rugged beauty of Ladakh’s remote landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night: Stay at the camp Pangong Tso 


  • Post-breakfast, drive back to Leh via the breathtaking Changla Pass, among the world’s highest motorable roads. 

  • Along the way, you’ll visit Shey Palace, stop by the iconic Rancho School from 3 Idiots, and explore the grand Thiksey Monastery, known for its stunning hilltop location and spiritual significance.

  • By evening, you’ll arrive in Leh and check into your hotel for a comfortable stay.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night: Stay at the hotel in Leh

  • Begin your return to Leh after breakfast, crossing the picturesque Changla Pass, one of the highest drivable roads in the world. 

  • Carrying memories to last a lifetime, you’ll proceed to Leh Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast
Night: Nil
Inclusions

Meals as per the itinerary.

Stay on dual/triple sharing.

Vehicle for sightseeing & excursions as per the itinerary.

Pick-up and drop-off services from Leh Airport.

The entire trip from Leh to Leh will be by car.

Driver Charges, Toll Tax, Parking Charges, etc.

Inner line permits.

Ladakh environment fee and applicable taxes.

Exclusions

Room Heater cost, Oxygen Cylinder, and Bonfire.

GST 5%.

Flight.

Fees for any adventure activity.

Dedicated Tour Guide.

Any entrance fee to the monastery and monuments.

Any kind of personal expenses.

Any additional use of vehicles beyond the planned itinerary will incur extra charges.

Any kind of drink (alcoholic, mineral water, aerated).

Heater Charges.

Additional costs due to itinerary or stay changes caused by flight cancellations, bad weather, health issues, roadblocks, or other uncontrollable factors.

Anything not mentioned under the head.

In the Ladakh region, AC will not be operational in the cab.

Frequently Asked Questions

Locally known as Chuli Mentok, the festival celebrates the brief, magical window when millions of apricot trees bloom across Ladakh's valleys, turning the stark desert landscape into a sea of pink and white. Organized by UT Ladakh Tourism, the event highlights local culture with traditional music, folk dances, handicraft exhibitions, and tastings of local apricot products, including the world-famous Raktsey Karpo variety.

The bloom is a natural phenomenon and is highly weather-dependent, but peak blossoming generally happens between early April and early May. For 2026, official festival events and curated tours are largely concentrated between April 10th and April 30th. Because the bloom rolls across different altitudes, lower valleys (like Kargil and the Aryan Valley) bloom first, followed by slightly higher regions (like Nubra Valley and Turtuk).

April marks the transition from winter to spring.

  • Daytime: Pleasantly cool, usually ranging between 5°C and 15°C in the sun.

  • Nighttime: Still freezing, often dropping to 0°C or lower. Packing essentials: You must pack for both extremes. Bring thermals, a heavy windproof/waterproof jacket, comfortable walking boots, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen, as the high-altitude sun is intense.

  • The safest and most reliable way to reach Ladakh in April is to fly directly into Leh (Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport). High-altitude overland routes, such as the Manali-Leh Highway, are typically still closed due to heavy winter snow and usually do not open until late May or early June.

    Yes. Just like standard summer travel to Ladakh, Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit (ILP), and foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit (PAP) to visit restricted regions where the blossoms are most prominent, such as Nubra Valley, Turtuk, and the Aryan Valley. These can be easily arranged online or through your accommodation/travel agent once you arrive in Leh.

    Leh sits at an altitude of roughly 3,500 meters (11,500 feet). Because you are flying in from much lower elevations, a strict 24 to 48 hours of complete rest upon arrival is mandatory to let your body acclimatise. Skipping this rest period can lead to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), regardless of your age or physical fitness level.

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