This 9-day Himalayan journey spans the best of Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. Starting from Srinagar, travel via Sonamarg, Zojila & Kargil, then immerse in Leh’s monasteries and palaces. Cross the mighty Khardung La into Nubra Valley, discover the border village of Turtuk, and marvel at the changing hues of Pangong Lake. Return to Leh via Chang La before embarking on the adventurous Leh–Manali Highway, crossing high-altitude passes and the surreal landscapes of Sarchu & Jispa. The journey ends in the lush greenery of Manali, completing an epic trans-Himalayan circuit.
Day: 01
Route: Leh Airport – Leh City 5–7 KMs (By Air)
Place Covered: Hotel check-in – Acclimatization – Shanti Stupa – Leh Palace (within 3–5 KMs radius)
Night Stay: Leh
Hotel Altitude: Leh (11,562 ft i.e. 3,524 mts)
Distance/Time Taken: 10–15 km (30–60 minutes drive approx including local sightseeing)
Arrival at Leh Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Since Leh is situated at high altitude, complete rest is strongly recommended for proper acclimatization.
Late afternoon (if comfortable), visit:
Shanti Stupa – A beautiful white-domed structure offering panoramic sunset views of Leh town and surrounding Himalayan ranges.
Leh Palace – A 17th-century royal palace built by King Sengge Namgyal, overlooking Leh market.
Overnight stay in Leh.
Day: 02
Route: Sham Valley / Indus Valley Circuit (Leh Local Sightseeing)
Place Covered: Leh – Hall of Fame 4 KMs – Gurudwara Pathar Sahib 18–20 KMs – Magnetic Hill 2–3 KMs – Indus–Zanskar Sangam 3–4 KMs – return Leh
Night Stay: Leh
Hotel Altitude: Leh (11,562 ft i.e. 3,524 mts)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 75 km (5–6 hrs including sightseeing stops)
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Sham Valley, also known as the Indus Valley circuit.
Hall of Fame – Museum maintained by the Indian Army dedicated to war heroes.
Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – Sacred Sikh shrine associated with Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Magnetic Hill – A gravity hill creating an optical illusion of vehicles rolling uphill.
Indus–Zanskar Sangam – Confluence of two mighty rivers with distinct water colors.
Return to Leh by evening. Overnight stay in Leh.
Day: 03
Route: Leh – Khardung La – Nubra Valley
Place Covered: Leh – Khardung La Pass 40 KMs – Khardung Village 34 KMs – Khalsar 23–25 KMs – Diskit Monastery 18–20 KMs – Hunder Sand Dunes 7–8 KMs
Night Stay: Nubra (Hunder/Diskit)
Hotel Altitude: Nubra Valley (Approx. 10,000 ft i.e. 3,050–3,250 mts)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 124 km (5–6 hrs one way including stops)
After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world.
Visit Diskit Monastery – The largest monastery in Nubra Valley with the giant Maitreya Buddha statue.
Proceed to Hunder Sand Dunes – Famous for double-humped Bactrian camels and cold desert landscape.
Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
Day: 04
Route: Nubra – Pangong Lake via Shayok Route
Place Covered: Hunder/Diskit – Khalsar 25–28 KMs – Agham 30–32 KMs – Shyok Village 40–50 KMs – Durbuk 18–20 KMs – Tangtse 8–10 KMs – Pangong Lake (Spangmik) 32–35 KMs
Night Stay: Pangong
Hotel Altitude: Pangong Lake (14,270 ft i.e. 4,350 mts approx)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 160–170 km (6–7 hrs depending on road conditions)
After breakfast, drive to Pangong Lake via the scenic Shayok River route. This is one of the most breathtaking drives of any Ladakh road trip.
Arrive at Pangong Lake, known for its changing shades of blue and stunning mountain backdrop. Spend time by the lakeside enjoying the serene beauty.
Overnight stay near Pangong Lake.
Day: 05
Route: Pangong – Tso Moriri via Chushul – Tsaga La – Loma – Nyoma – Mahe
Place Covered: Pangong – Man/Merak 15–20 KMs – Chushul 50–60 KMs – Tsaga La Pass 18–22 KMs – Loma Check-post 25–30 KMs – Nyoma 40–50 KMs – Mahe 35–45 KMs – Korzok (Tso Moriri) 55–60 KMs
Night Stay: Tso Moriri (Korzok)
Hotel Altitude: Tso Moriri (Approx. 15,075 ft i.e. 4,590 mts)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 220–230 km (Full day drive with check-post formalities)
Early breakfast and proceed towards Tso Moriri Lake via the remote Changthang region. The route passes through high-altitude plains, army check-posts, and remote settlements.
Enroute visit Man/Merak villages (subject to permit), Chushul region, Tsaga La Pass and Loma check-post.
Arrive at Korzok village by evening and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Tso Moriri Lake.
Overnight stay at Tso Moriri.
Day: 06
Route: Tso Moriri – Sarchu / Jispa
Place Covered: Korzok – Mahe Bridge 45–55 KMs – Sumdo 10–15 KMs – Puga Valley 20–25 KMs – Tanglang La Pass 70–80 KMs – Pang 15–20 KMs – Sarchu / Jispa 80–110 KMs
Night Stay: Sarchu / Jispa
Altitude: Sarchu (14,070 ft / 4,290 mts approx) | Jispa (10,500 ft / 3,200 mts approx)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 230–250 km (7–9 hrs depending on weather & road conditions)
After breakfast, begin the high-altitude Himalayan drive towards Sarchu or Jispa via Puga Valley and Tanglang La Pass (5,328 mts).
Cross wide open plains of Morey Plains and rugged mountain landscapes before reaching your overnight destination.
Overnight stay in Sarchu or Jispa.
Day: 07
Route: Sarchu / Jispa – Manali
Place Covered: Sarchu – Baralacha La Pass 50–60 KMs – Zingzing Bar 10–15 KMs – Darcha 30–40 KMs – Keylong 35–40 KMs – Atal Tunnel 60–70 KMs – Manali 25–30 KMs
Night Stay: Drop at Manali (Hotel / Bus Stand)
Distance/Time Taken: Approx. 140–200 km (6–8 hrs depending on stay point & traffic)
After breakfast, continue the scenic drive crossing Baralacha La Pass and descend into the beautiful Lahaul Valley.
Drive via Keylong and pass through the Atal Tunnel before reaching Manali.
Drop at Manali hotel or bus stand.
———— Tour Concludes ————
A complete high-altitude Ladakh to Manali road trip covering Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Tso Moriri and the iconic Leh–Manali Highway.
