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Baralacha La
High motorable pass at 15,910 feet linking Himachal Pradesh with the high-altitude Ladakh region.

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Journey overland across the Himalayas from Delhi to Srinagar. Travel first to Manali before climbing through the high passes of Himachal Pradesh into Ladakh. The route crosses Atal Tunnel, Baralacha La, Tanglang La and Khardung La, bringing you to the high-altitude landscapes of Nubra Valley, Turtuk on the Indo-Pak border and Pangong Lake.
From Pangong, trace the road back via Chang La and continue along the highway to Srinagar. Along the way, visit Diskit Monastery, Lamayuru, the Sangam confluence and the Kargil War Memorial, traversing passes including Fotu La, Namika La and Zojila before settling into houseboats on Dal Lake.
Baralacha La: High-altitude pass in the Zanskar range standing at 15,910 feet
Khardung La: Iconic mountain pass reaching an elevation of 18,380 feet
Turtuk: Border village renowned for its apricot orchards and distinctive Balti heritage
Pangong Lake: Vast high-altitude saltwater lake known to change colours under the sun
Lamayuru: Ancient Ladakhi monastery set against distinct mountain landscapes
Kargil War Memorial: Memorial site at Dras commemorating the 1999 Kargil conflict
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ManaliDay 1 · Manali
Meet your trip captains at Kashmere Gate in Delhi around 7:00 PM for a tour briefing. Board the overnight bus and begin your journey north towards Himachal Pradesh.
Meals not included
ManaliDay 2 · Manali
Arrive in Manali and check in to your hotel from 1:00 PM. Use the rest of the day at your own pace to stroll through the town, shop for local handicrafts or visit local cafes. Dinner is served at your hotel, where you will spend the night.
Dinner included
SarchuDay 3 · Sarchu
Have an early breakfast and begin your 177 km drive to Sarchu. Pass through the Atal Tunnel and drive through Sissu Valley, Keylong, Jispa and Darcha. Make stops by the alpine lakes of Deepak Tal and Suraj Tal, and pass Zing Zing Bar before crossing Baralacha La at 15,910 feet. Reach Sarchu in the evening for group activities, dinner and an overnight camp stay, taking care to rest and acclimatise.
Breakfast and dinner included
LehDay 4 · Leh
After breakfast, receive your allotted motorbikes if riding and depart on the 230 km route to Leh. Climb through the 21 hairpin bends of the Gata Loops and traverse Nakee La at 15,547 feet and Lachung La at 16,600 feet before reaching Pang. Drive through the 40 km expanse of More Plains and cross Tanglang La at 17,480 feet. Pass the village of Upshi along the Indus River and visit Shanti Stupa upon arriving in Leh. Check in to your hotel for dinner and rest.
Breakfast and dinner included
Nubra ValleyDay 5 · Nubra Valley
Depart Leh after breakfast and travel 130 km to Nubra Valley. Cross Khardung La at 18,380 feet, enjoying views of high peaks. Descend into Nubra Valley towards Hunder Sand Dunes, where you can choose to take a double-humped Bactrian camel ride or an ATV ride at your own expense. Check in to your campsite, gather for dinner and spend the night in Nubra Valley.
Breakfast and dinner included
Nubra ValleyDay 6 · Nubra Valley
Have breakfast and travel 170 km round trip to Turtuk, an Indian village near the Indo-Pak border surrounded by apricot orchards. Spend time exploring the settlement on foot, relax along the banks of the Shyok River and visit the local Balti Museum. Return to your campsite in Nubra Valley in the evening for dinner and your overnight stay.
Breakfast and dinner included
Pangong LakeDay 7 · Pangong Lake
After breakfast, start your 180 km journey to Pangong Lake. Stop en route at Diskit Monastery to see its 100-foot seated Buddha statue facing the valley. Continue your drive towards Pangong Lake, famous for its changing water colours. Check in to your lakeside cottages upon arrival, take in the scenery, have dinner and enjoy an evening under starry skies.
Breakfast and dinner included
LehDay 8 · Leh
Wake early for lakeside views and breakfast before beginning the 150 km drive back to Leh. Cross Chang La at 17,586 feet. If time allows, make stops at Shey Palace to see its gilded Buddha statue and at Thiksey Monastery, the largest monastery complex in Central Ladakh. Reach Leh by evening, check in to your hotel and have dinner.
Breakfast and dinner included
KargilDay 9 · Kargil
Enjoy breakfast before departing on the 216 km route to Kargil. Stop at the Indus and Zanskar Sangam confluence, visit the gravity-defying Magnetic Hill and pay respects at Gurudwara Patthar Sahib. Traverse the hills around Lamayuru Monastery, then cross Fotu La at 13,479 feet and Namika La at 12,198 feet. Arrive in Kargil in the evening for hotel check-in, dinner and an overnight stay.
Breakfast and dinner included
SrinagarDay 10 · Srinagar
Have an early breakfast and set off on the 210 km journey to Srinagar via Sonmarg. Traverse Dras, stop at the Kargil War Memorial, and make a brief halt at Zojila Pass at 11,649 feet. Descend into the Kashmir Valley and reach Srinagar. Transfer by shikara to your traditional houseboat, where dinner and your final overnight stay are arranged.
Breakfast and dinner included
SrinagarDay 11 · Srinagar
Enjoy breakfast on your houseboat before checking out by 11:00 AM. Board your departing flight or train as planned to conclude your holiday.
Breakfast included
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High motorable pass at 15,910 feet linking Himachal Pradesh with the high-altitude Ladakh region.

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Mountain pass situated at 18,380 feet offering wide viewpoints across the Karakoram range.
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Oldest and largest gompa in Nubra Valley, known for its prominent 100-foot Buddha statue.

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Vast high-altitude lake whose waters display changing blue hues under daylight conditions.
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per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, houseboat or cruise, some stays, sightseeing vehicle and more.
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
11 days and 10 nights, across 8 destinations.
Manali, Sarchu, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Leh, Kargil, Srinagar. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.
Baralacha La; Khardung La; Diskit Monastery; Pangong Lake; Kargil War Memorial.
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From ₹26,400 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, houseboat or cruise, some stays, sightseeing vehicle and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.
Overnight AC Volvo bus journey from Delhi to Manali; Transportation in a Tempo Traveler from Manali to Srinagar; 10 nights shared accommodation: 1 night in Manali hotel, 1 night in Sarchu camp, 2 nights in Leh hotel, 2 nights in Nubra Valley campsite, 1 night in Pangong cottages, 1 night in Kargil hotel, and 1 night in Srinagar houseboat, plus 1 overnight bus journey; MAP meal plan with 18 meals: dinner on day 2; breakfast and dinner on days 3 through 10; breakfast on day 11; Evening tea or coffee starting from day 3; Pick up and drop to the houseboat by Shikara in Srinagar; 1-hour shared Shikara ride; Trip Lead accompanying the group throughout the tour. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.
Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels; Shikara rides beyond the two designated transfers for pick-up and drop-off; Personal expenses of any nature; Cost of spare parts for accidental motorbike damage while in the rider's possession; Towing or transfer costs if a motorbike is dropped along the route; Motorbike servicing and maintenance costs, and refundable bike security deposit; Lunches and any other meals not specified in the meal plan; Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing.
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