Overview
Ladakh Road trip is not just another destination in a traveller’s bucket list, but it is a dream in itself. From the quaint valley of Manali to rugged terrains of Ladakh to the tranquillity of Srinagar, 12 day plan acquaints you to the different shade of Himalayas. Here the lovely valleys, pristine lakes, exotic gardens and sparkling glaciers will take all your weariness and revitalize you as you be ever. In this tour we cover Manali Leh route, Pangong Lake, Nubra valley, Siachen base camp, Leh city, Khardungla pass, , Kargil, Drass, , Srinagar.
Itinerary
Arrive Delhi by air or train. After reaching in delhi go to Rk ashram metro station/ majnu ka tilla. from there proceed for manali by Volvo. Manali atmosphere provides a perfect haven for the ones afflicted by the hot Indian summers. Besides offering quite a few places for sightseeing, Manali is also famous for adventure sports like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking, This will be an overnight journey.
Reach manali at 8 -9am, meet our representative at manali Volvo stand and transfer to the hotel. After fresh up, proceed to half day city tour of manali which included: Hadimba temple The temple was built in 1553 with a superbly crafted four tier pagoda roof. It is also famous for its exquisitely-carved door way. Soon after this, we make our way to the Club House. Enjoy its comprehensive facilities which also include a roller-skating rink, an auditorium, billiards room and a library. The Club House also has a bar cum restaurant which adds to the fun at this outing. We also visit Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar and Vashisht- famous for its hot-water springs. Here you will also find temples dedicated to the sage Vashisht and Lord Rama. Later you are free to stroll Mall road Manali. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast depart towards Sarchu. En-route you will be crossing the Baralacha Pass (4890m), Keylong (3350 m) & Rohtang Pass (3978 m). Reach Sarchu in the evening. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay in a camp in Sarchu.
After breakfast head towards leh via the world’s second highest motor able pass, the Tanglang La.on arriv ial at leh Check in to the hotel. At night have your dinner at the hotel and have a sound sleep for an exciting tomorrow.
After an early Breakfast leave for to Nubra Valley via Khardungla Pass, which is the Highest Motor-able road in the World at 18,380 ft. Reach Nubra valley by late noon check in at the hotel/camp. Later we explore the Diskit Monastery; which was founded in the 14th Century, and is one of the largest of the Buddhist Monasteries. Afterwards get back to the hotel/camp as the delicious dinner awaits. Overnight at camp at Nubra valley.
After Breakfast head start journey to hunder. Stark, beautiful and remote, the Hunder Village is an oasis in the middle of a cold desert in Nubra Valley. It has acquired fame for its desert landscape and its sand dunes. You can here ride on the Bactrian camels, walk along the desert and take-in breath-taking natural beauty. Drive Dinner and overnight in Hunder.
In the morning after breakfast, drive to Pangong Lake on the Indo-China border.
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Shyok river on one side and the Mountains on another side.
The lake is six to seven kilometre at its widest point. It is bisected by the international border between India and China. The saline water lake is at the height of 4,350 m (14,270 ft) and has a brilliant colour variation including deep blue and turquoise. Dinner and overnight stay in Pangong.
After breakfast, check-out form camp and explore and depart for Leh, En-route visit Hemis Gompa -one of the largest solitary basis of Drukpa Kagyu sort of Tibetan Buddhism. On arrival at Leh check into the hotel, later visit the market place for some last minute memento shopping.Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Leh.
Begin your day early with a delicious breakfast and prepare for Kargil a perfect place to take a break.Visit Lamayuru monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in India. lamayuru is a tranquil halt on your way to Wanla. Lamayuru is also known for its two grand festivals, where a number of consecrated dances and rituals are performed to pay reverence to various Buddhist deities. Later in the afternoon drive to Kargil over Fatu-la (13,489 ft), which is the uppermost pass on Srinagar.On arrival at Kargil, check-in at your hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Kargil.
After having breakfast, get ready to start riding towards ‘Srinagar.En route, we will be passing Drass Village; the second coldest inhabited place in the world, here you can glance the stunning view of Kargil War famous Peaks Tiger Hill and Tololing Peak. Pay an accolade to Vijay Smarak, dedicated to Indian Soldiers who laid their lives for us during Kargil War in 1999. On arrival at Srinagar, check-in at your hotel, Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.
After breakfast visit Srinagar famous Mughal Gardens like Chashma Shahi (The Royal Springs), Nishat Bagh (Garden of Delight), Shalimar Garden (Adobe of Love). In the evening back to Srinagar hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
After breakfast get transfer to Srinagar Airport for further next destination back Home.
INCLUSIONS
- Meet & greet on arrival.
- Accommodation in comfortable & convenient hotels
- 10 Nights accommodation on double / twin sharing basis as per the itinerary with breakfast and dinner.
- Pick and Drop at time of arrival/departure.
- Driver’s allowance, Road tax Parking, Toll tax and Fuel charges.
- Sightseeing by private car.
- Assistance upon arrival at Kushok Bakula Rinpoche Airport.
EXCLUSIONS
- Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages.
- Travel insurance.
- Any Airfare / Train fare.
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, and vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
- Tips, laundry & phone call.
- Entrance fees to monuments and museum.
- All personal expenses
