Day 01
MANALI ARRIVAL
- Today on arrival, please check-in to the hotel, freshen up your self and you are free to explore locally at your own.
- In the evening please gather in the hotel for the briefing by our expert regarding the do’s and don’t in the trip and major important information to make your trip memorable.
Day 02
MANALI TO SARCHU
- Today after the breakfast we have to visit to sarchu. which is a key stretch of the Manali-Leh Highway. This journey takes you through stunning landscapes, high-altitude passes, and remote areas, and requires careful planning.
- We will cross the ATAL TUNNEL and you'll travel down towards Tandi, where the Chandra River meets the Bhaga River. After Tandi, you’ll head toward
Jispa, a small village with a stunning view of the Dhauladhar Range. Continue your journey toward Keylong, After Keylong, you’ll climb steadily toward Baralacha La, one of the highest passes on the route.
- After Baralacha La, the road begins to descend toward Sarchu (4,290 meters), located on the border between Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir
(Ladakh). Sarchu is a popular overnight stop for travelers heading to Leh. The landscape here is stark and desolate, surrounded by barren hills and highaltitude plains.
Day 03
SARCHU TO LEH
- Sarchu to Leh journey, which is the second leg of the famous Manali-Leh Highway. This stretch covers some of the most beautiful and remote areas of the Indian Himalayas, passing through high-altitude passes, rugged terrain, and stunning landscapes.
- Start Early to get the most out of daylight and avoid driving after dark, as the roads can be challenging.
The first stretch after Sarchu takes you to Gata loops , which is also know as 21 hair pin band, Nakee La (4,740 m), followed by Lachulung La (5,059 m). Both
are high-altitude passes with stunning panoramic views,and you will reach PANG. You can have a hot cup of tea or snacks here before continuing your
journey toward Leh.
- After reaching Pang we will cross by Moore Plain a 50 kms long straight road stretch with plain terrain beside the roads and reach Tanglang-la. Once we cross tanglang-la we will reach Leh in the evening.
Overnight stay at leh hotel.
Day 04
LEH TO NUBRA VALLEY
- Your journey from Leh to Nubra Valley (the cold dessert in india) takes you across some of the most stunning and challenging terrains.
- Today you will be driving through one of the most famous pass KHARDUNG-LA, which was the highest motorable road in the world till 2023. The drive
includes a visit to the impressive Diskit Monastery.
- In the evening we will reach Hunder the place of our today’s accommodation. After check-in to the campsite you can visit the Hunder and take a camel safari at your own.
Day 05
NUBRA TO PANGONG
- Start your day early in the morning, as today we have to the beautiful and remote Shyok River route.
- Arrive at Pangong Tso, the famous high-altitude lake known for its ever-changing hues. Spend the evening admiring the stunning lake views and unwind at your lakeside camp.
- Stay in cottages near Pangong Lake.
Day 06
PANGONG TO HANLE
- Today you have to ride through the Changthang region, a high-altitude plateau known for its vast landscapes and Tibetan nomads.
- We will have the lunch at RIZANG-LA war memorial in chushul. Later in the ride we will be crossing over the PUGA valley, where you will witness the hotspring with the beautiful view.
- Reach Hanle, a quiet village home to one of the world’s highest observatories. Visit the Hanle Observatory and the local monastery, enjoying the serenity and remote beauty. Stay in guesthouses or homestays in Hanle
Day 07
HANLE TO UMLING-LA
- Today is the day to fulfill your dream to ride to the WORLD’s HIGHEST MOTORABLE ROAD at 19,024 ft. It is the highest paved road and mountain pass in the world, located in Ladakh, India, on the ridgeline between Koyul Lungpa and the Indus River near Demchok.
- You may witness the time zone of CHINA in your watch.
- This challenging ride is filled with unmatched panoramic views. After the Umling La experience, return to Hanle for a relaxed evening. Stay in Hanle.
Day 08
HANLE TO LEH
- Today after the breakfast, we have to ride back towards the LEH city enroute Nyoma, Loma, Muth, Karu.
- Enjoy the long ride back to Leh, retracing some of your previous routes but experiencing them from a different perspective.
- Today we will be Spend the evening exploring Leh’s markets or resting at your hotel. Stay in Leh.
Day 09
LEH TO KARGIL
- The Leh to Kargil stretch is part of the scenic National Highway 1D (NH 1D), connecting Leh to Srinagar. This route is rich in history, passing through rugged terrain, scenic valleys, and several important landmarks, including military areas and monasteries.
- This day we will cover some interested places as follows: GURUDWARA PATHER SAHIB, MAGNETIC HILL, SANGAM POINT (Zanskar and Indus river), MOON LAND, LAMAYURU MONESTARY, FOTU-LA AND NAMIK-LA PASS and we will reach Kargil in the evening.
Day 10
KARGIL TO SRINAGAR
- Today after the breakfast we will start our journey with the road from Kargil to Drass follows the Indus River.
Drass is known as the "Second Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth" and is a significant historical town. It was a focal point during the Kargil War in 1999.
- After Drass, you will start your ascent to Zoji La Pass, one of the most famous and challenging mountain passes in India. The pass stands at an altitude of about 3,528 meters and marks the boundary between the Ladakh region and the Kashmir Valley.
- Once you cross Zoji La, you will descend into the lush green meadows of Sonamarg. After Sonamarg, the road continues to Srinagar. The route passes through Ganderbal and reach srinagar in the evening.
Day 11
DEPARTURE
- Your journey is coming to an end, but you'll leave with unforgettable memories. After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
- We will drop you to the Srinagar Airport and wishing you safe travels and looking forward to your next adventure! ✈️ 😊