Tour Plan
Arrive in Manali from Delhi/Chandigarh by bus or flight (on your own cost). Check in at the hotel and relax after your journey.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Manali.
(No transportation included for this day.)
Overnight stay: Manali
Early morning, drive to Jispa, crossing the engineering marvel Atal Tunnel and passing through Sissu and Darcha villages. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Lahaul Valley en route.
Arrive at Jispa by evening and check in to your camp/hotel.
Overnight stay: Jispa
After an early breakfast, start your journey to Leh, crossing high mountain passes — Baralacha La (16,020 ft), Nakee La, and Lachulung La (16,617 ft). Stop at Sarchu for a short break and lunch at Pang.
Continue driving through Skyangchu Thang, a vast plateau stretching for 42 km, and cross Tanglang La (17,585 ft) before descending into the upper Indus Valley.
Arrive in Leh by evening and check in at your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight stay: Leh
After breakfast, explore some of Ladakh’s most iconic monasteries:
- Shey Palace – former royal residence housing a large bronze Buddha statue.
- Thiksey Monastery – a majestic hilltop monastery with stunning views.
- Hemis Monastery – the largest and richest monastery complex in Ladakh.
- Rencho School – The famous Druk Padma Karpo School popularly known as Rencho School after the Bollywood film “03 Idiots”
In the evening, visit Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, and the local Leh Market for souvenirs and crafts.
Overnight stay: Leh
DAY 5: Leh – Nubra Valley (via Khardung La Pass)
After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley (The Valley of Flowers) via Khardung La Pass (18,300 ft), one of the world’s highest motorable roads.
Enjoy stunning panoramic views from the top of the pass overlooking the Indus Valley and endless mountain ranges.
Descend towards Hunder, famous for its rolling sand dunes and Bactrian (double-humped) camels. You may also enjoy a camel safari (at own cost).
Dinner and overnight stay at Nubra Valley.
DAY 6: Turtuk Excursion up to Zero Point (Thang)
After breakfast, drive to Turtuk, a village first opened to tourists in 2010. It was annexed by India after the 1971 war and is one of the few Balti villages in India.
Explore the beautiful village known for its Balti culture, traditional stone utensils, apricot orchards, and scenic views of the Shyok Valley.
On clear days, you can catch a glimpse of the K2 Mountain Peak across the border in Pakistan.
Drive further to Thang (Zero Point) – the northernmost village of India at the Indo-Pak border, where binoculars can be hired to view Pakistani villages across the Line of Control.
Return to Hunder/Diskit by evening.
Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
DAY 07 : Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake via Shyok
After breakfast, drive towards Pangong Lake via the beautiful Shyok route, passing through Disket Monastery, Tangtse, and Spangmik.
Enjoy the scenic drive along the Shyok River as it winds through dramatic valleys and mountain landscapes.
Upon arrival, witness the mesmerizing blue waters of Pangong Lake (14,000 ft) and enjoy photography by the lakeside.
Dinner and overnight stay in cottages/camps near Pangong Lake.
DAY 08 : Pangong Lake – Leh (via Changla Pass)
Enjoy an early morning walk or photo session around Pangong Lake to capture its changing colors.
After breakfast, drive back to Leh via Changla Pass (17,688 ft).
En route, visit Hemis Monastery, Thiksey Monastery, and the famous Rancho School (Druk White Lotus School) from the movie 3 Idiots.
Arrive at Leh by afternoon.
Dinner and overnight stay at Leh Hotel.
DAY 09 : Leh to Kargil via Lamayuru
After breakfast, drive downstream along the River Indus on the scenic Leh–Kargil Highway.
En route visit:
- Hall of Fame – a proud Indian Army Museum dedicated to the brave soldiers who fought in Indo-Pak wars.
- Magnetic Hill – experience the fascinating optical illusion where vehicles seem to defy gravity.
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – built in the memory of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
- Sangam Point (from the National Highway viewpoint) – enjoy a panoramic view of the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers.
- Lamayuru Monastery & Moon land – explore the ancient monastery surrounded by surreal moon-like landscapes.
Cross the high-altitude passes Fotu La (13,489 ft) and Namika La before descending into Kargil. Upon arrival, check in at your camp/hotel.
Dinner & Overnight Stay: Kargil
DAY 10 : Kargil – Zojila pass – Sonmarg – Sriangar
Morning after breakfast, departure for Srinagar via Drass, the second coldest inhabited place in the world.
En route, visit:
- Tiger Hill View Point – one of the major peaks from the 1999 Kargil War.
- Kargil War Memorial at Drass – a national monument honoring the valiant soldiers of the Indian Army.
Continue the journey crossing the Zoji La Pass (11,500 ft / 3,505 m) to reach Sonamarg, the “Meadow of Gold.” Enjoy the stunning transition from rugged Ladakh terrain to the lush green valleys of Kashmir. Proceed to Srinagar (approx. 2 hrs drive) through the scenic countryside.
Dinner & Overnight Stay: Hotel in Srinagar
DAY 11 : Srinagar Airport Drop
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Srinagar Airport according to your flight schedule. Bid farewell to the Land of High Passes with heartfelt memories of your Great Himalayan tour
Cost Inclusions
- All transfers and sightseeing by Non-A/C private vehicle (as specified above)
- 10 Nights’ accommodation as per itinerary and schedule
- Buffet breakfast and dinner (10 breakfasts and 10 dinners)
- Protected Area Permit including environmental fees, wildlife fees, and Red Cross contribution
- Airport pickup and drop (to & from Leh Airport)
- All toll taxes, parking charges, and driver allowances
- Welcome drink on arrival
- 01 Oxygen cylinder
Cost Exclusions
- All kinds of personal expenses such as hard drinks, soft drinks, laundry, airfare, camel riding charges, etc.
- Entry fees for monuments, monasteries, and other attractions
- Any sightseeing or excursion not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any medical or evacuation expenses
- Lunches or any other personal expenses
Terms & Conditions
Booking & Confirmation
- All bookings must be confirmed with a minimum 10% advance payment of the total package cost.
- The remaining balance must be paid upon arrival in Leh.
- Rooms are allotted on a double/triple/quad sharing basis (as per your plan)
- Standard check-in time is 12:00 noon, and check-out time is 10:00 AM.
- Early check-in / late check-out is subject to availability
- Foreign nationals will have to pay an additional INR 400 per person for Protected Area Permits. (the extra cost is not included in the package)
Identification
- All travellers must carry a valid Government-issued Photo ID (Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / Aadhaar Card).
- Foreign Nationals are required to carry a passport and valid visa/E-visa; Protected Area Permits will be arranged accordingly.
Vehicle Policy
- Vehicles are provided on a point-to-point basis as per the itinerary (not on disposal).
- AC will remain switched off in hilly areas and during uphill drives.
- The driver will follow a fixed route mentioned in the itinerary. Extra sightseeing is directly payable to the driver
Changes or Delays
- The company will not be responsible for delays, cancellations, or itinerary changes due to bad weather, political disturbance, road closures, landslides, or other natural/unforeseen causes.
- Alternate arrangements will be made wherever possible, subject to availability.
Responsibility
- The company acts only as a travel agent for hotels, transport, and other services.
- All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of Leh (UT of Ladakh).
Warila Pass – Alternate Route (Shayok Route Closure)
- In case the Shayok route is closed, the journey will be diverted via Warila Pass, a breathtaking high-altitude mountain pass.Additional Cost (directly payable to the driver): INR 2,000 per vehicle (Innova / Xylo / Ertiga) and INR 5,500 per vehicle (Tempo Traveller).
- Scenic Beauty: Warila Pass offers panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, vast mountain ranges, and pristine valleys. The route is often described as photographer’s paradise and is particularly loved by foreign travellers for its dramatic landscapes.
Note: Taking the Warila Pass not only ensures your journey continues safely but also gives you the chance to experience one of Ladakh’s most scenic and lesser-known routes.
Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Period | Cancellation Charges |
| 30 days or more before travel date | 10% of total tour cost |
| 15 – 29 days before travel date) | 25% of total tour cost |
| 08 – 14 days before travel date | 50% of total tour cost |
| 04 – 07 days before travel date | 75% of total tour cost |
| Within 07 days of travel / No Show | 100% of total tour cost |
Note:
- No refund for unused services or early departure.
- Refund (if applicable) will be processed within 10 working days after cancellation, as per hotel and vehicle partner policies.