Srinagar to Leh and Manali Tour

Arrive in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Check in to your accommodation and rest after your journey. You may take an optional Shikara ride on Dal Lake, or take a walk through Shalimar Bagh and the Mughal Gardens. Enjoy a traditional Kashmiri dinner before retiring for the night in Srinagar.

Have an early breakfast and check out for your 200 km drive to Kargil. Travel across the rugged Zoji La Pass. Along the highway, stop at the Drass War Memorial, built to honour soldiers of the Kargil War. Upon reaching Kargil, check in to your hotel and take an evening walk through the town. Dinner is provided at your hotel.

After breakfast, drive 215 km toward Leh. Stop at Lamayuru Monastery, one of Ladakh's earliest monastic complexes, and look out over the lunar-like rock formations of Moonland. Continue past Magnetic Hill to observe the optical illusion of vehicles rolling uphill. Arrive in Leh, check in, and spend the evening visiting town markets and cafes. Dinner is included.

Begin the day with breakfast before touring Leh's primary sights. Visit the Hall of Fame army museum, then proceed to the revered Pathar Sahib Gurudwara. Continue to Sangam Point to observe the meeting of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. Later, head up to Shanti Stupa for broad views over Leh town and its mountain backdrop. Return to the hotel for dinner and rest.

Have an early breakfast and travel into Nubra Valley by crossing Khardung La Pass at 5,359 metres. Descend to Hunder village to check into your hotel. Visit the Hunder sand dunes, where you may take a self-paid camel ride on double-humped Bactrian camels. Stop by a nearby monastery before having dinner and staying overnight in Hunder.

Following breakfast, drive northwest to Turtuk, an isolated village situated close to the Line of Control with Pakistan. Spend time learning about local Balti culture, visiting ancient local monasteries, and walking through the village. Return to your accommodation in Hunder by evening for dinner and overnight rest.

Eat breakfast, check out, and take the scenic road along the Shyok Valley toward Pangong Tso. Arrive at the high-altitude lake, renowned for its shifting shades of blue and green. Spend a relaxed afternoon and evening taking in the views along the shoreline. Dinner is provided at your lake cottages or guesthouse.

Wake early for sunrise over Pangong Lake. After breakfast, make the 150 km return drive to Leh over the Chang La Pass at 5,350 metres. On the approach to Leh, visit Hemis Monastery, one of Ladakh's grandest monasteries, followed by Thiksey Monastery, known for its tiered architectural style. Reach Leh by late afternoon, visit the local bazaar, and enjoy dinner.

Check out after breakfast and drive 250 km southward to Sarchu. Cross Tanglang La Pass, the second highest motorable pass in Ladakh at 5,328 metres, and traverse the wide, open expanse of the More Plains. Arrive at Sarchu campsite by late afternoon to settle in, eat dinner, and stay overnight in camps.

Have breakfast and depart on a 222 km drive lasting roughly 6 to 7 hours toward Manali. Travel across Baralacha La Pass at 4,890 metres and proceed over Rohtang Pass at 3,978 metres into the Kullu Valley. Arrive in Manali by late afternoon, explore the town at your own pace, and stay overnight in your hotel.

Have breakfast at the hotel in Manali. Depart for Delhi by taking a 12-hour road transfer or boarding an optional flight from Bhuntar Airport. Reach Delhi to conclude your tour services and proceed with your onward travel plans.