Turtuk — the Last Village
A Balti village that was on the Pakistani side until 1971, reached down the Shyok past Bogdang. A single day out from Turtuk, with a car and driver.
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- Duration
- 1
- Destination
- 1
- Planned days
- 2–12
- Travellers
- ₹4,200
- From, per person
- Moderate
- English, Hindi, Ladakhi
- Pickup included
- Book 5 days ahead
Your itinerary
A 1-day route through Turtuk.
Turtuk
Shyok river
Balti village
Apricot orchards
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A Balti village that was on the Pakistani side until 1971, reached down the Shyok past Bogdang.
TurtukShyok riverBalti villageApricot orchards
Itineraries are indicative and may be re-sequenced for weather, road or permit conditions.
What's included
What's included
- Private car with driver, mountain-experienced
- Inner-line permits where required
- Licensed guide where listed
- Monastery and park entry fees
- Oxygen cylinder in the vehicle
Not included
- Meals
- Bactrian camel ride at Hunder
- Personal expenses and tips
Additional information
Everything the operator has confirmed about how this trip runs.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- 2–12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Start time
- 07:30
- Guide languages
- English, Hindi, Ladakhi
- Pickup
- Included
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Customisable
- Yes, on request
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Good to know
Things to carry
- Serious warm layers — Leh is 3,500 m and the passes over 5,000, cold even in July
- Sunglasses and high-factor sunblock; the UV at this altitude burns through cloud
- Any prescribed medication, plus a doctor-approved plan for altitude sickness
- Photo ID — inner-line permits are checked at Khardung La, Pangong and the Changthang
Important notes
A single day, returning the same evening.,Leh sits at 3,500 m and Khardung La at 5,359 m. Anyone arriving by air should rest on the first day before going higher.,Inner-line permits are required for Khardung La, Nubra, Pangong and the Changthang, and are arranged in Leh by the operator.
Frequently asked
Why book with us
Flexible cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Local operators
Curated and run by vetted local operators
Guided in your language
English, Hindi, Ladakhi
Instant confirmation
No waiting on a callback
Planning Turtuk — the Last Village?
1 day covering Turtuk. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with dates and a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation
Planning Turtuk — the Last Village?
1 day covering Turtuk. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation