Itinerary
- Day 1
Srinagar
You'll arrive at Srinagar airport and get settled into your hotel. Once you're freshened up, spend the afternoon exploring the Dal Lake area and checking out the Mughal Gardens like Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Cheshma Shahi, and Pari Mahal. As evening comes around, take a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake before heading back for dinner and your first night.
- Start point
- Srinagar International Airport (SXR), Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir 190007, India (Pickup from Main Entrance, Srinagar International Airport, India)
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Walisons or similar - Srinagar)
Included Activities
- Explore Dal Lake area and Nehru Park
- Visit Mughal Gardens: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Cheshma Shahi, and Pari Mahal
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake
Landmarks Dal Lake Nehru Park Nishat Bagh Shalimar Bagh Cheshma Shahi Pari Mahal 
- Day 2
Srinagar to Kargil
After breakfast, you'll head through the Himalayan landscapes toward Kargil. The route takes you to Sonamarg (the Meadows of Gold), where you'll see snow-capped peaks and alpine forests. From there, cross the Zojila Pass and stop at Drass for tea, a place known for its extreme cold. You'll reach Kargil by evening for dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Barula or similar - Kargil)
Included Activities
- Visit Sonamarg
- Travel through Zojila Pass
- Stop at Drass
Optional Activities
- Pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier and snow activities
Landmarks Sonamarg Zojila Pass Drass Thajiwas Glacier - Day 3
Kargil to Leh
Starting after breakfast, travel toward Leh and visit the 11th-century Spituk Gompa monastery along the way. You'll also pay respects at Gurudwara Patthar Sahib and check out the optical illusion at Magnetic Hill. Before arriving in Leh, you'll see where the Indus and Zanskar rivers meet. Settle into your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ladakh Imperial or similar - Leh)
Included Activities
- Visit Spituk Gompa
- Visit Gurudwara Patthar Sahib
- Experience Magnetic Hill
- View the confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers
Landmarks Spituk Gompa Gurudwara Patthar Sahib Magnetic Hill Indus River Zanskar River - Day 4
Leh
After breakfast in Leh, explore the city's history and culture by visiting Leh Palace for city views and climbing up to Shanti Stupa for panoramic vistas and a spiritual atmosphere. Later, wander through the local bazaar to browse Tibetan handicrafts and pashmina shawls. Head back to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ladakh Imperial or similar - Leh)
Included Activities
- Visit Leh Palace
- Visit Shanti Stupa
- Explore local bazaar
Landmarks Leh Palace Shanti Stupa - Day 5
Leh to Nubra Valley
You'll depart after breakfast for Nubra Valley, also called the Valley of Flowers. The journey takes you over Khardung La Pass at 18,360 feet, one of the world's highest motorable passes. Along the way, you'll see the famous glacier bridge. By evening, you'll reach Nubra Valley and stay at camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Desert Oasis Camp or similar - Nubra Valley)
Included Activities
- Travel over Khardung La Pass
- View glacier bridge
Landmarks Khardung La Pass Nubra Valley 
- Day 6
Nubra Valley
After breakfast, explore Nubra Valley starting with Hunder sand dunes where you can ride double-humped Bactrian camels unique to this region and connected to old Silk Route trade. Later, head up to Diskit Monastery for valley views and see the large Buddha statue there. Browse the local market and return to Leh through Khardung La Pass for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ladakh Imperial or similar - Leh)
Included Activities
- Visit Hunder sand dunes
- Ride on Bactrian camel
- Visit Diskit Monastery
- Explore local market in Diskit
- Return journey via Khardung La Pass
Landmarks Hunder Sand Dunes Diskit Monastery Shyok River Nubra River - Day 7
Leh to Pangong Tso
Starting early with a packed breakfast, you'll journey to Pangong Tso Lake (the Sky Mirror) at 14,270 feet with its turquoise waters. Along the way, stop at Shey Palace and Thiksey Monastery. You'll also pass through Chang La Pass at 17,999 feet and the village of Tangtse for tea. Arrive at Pangong Tso by evening for camp overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Packed breakfast), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Himalayan INN Camp or similar - Pangong TSO)
Included Activities
- Visit Shey Palace
- Visit Thiksey Monastery
- Photo stop at Chang La Pass
- Stop at Tangtse village for tea
- Explore Pangong Tso Lake shore
Landmarks Pangong Tso Shey Palace Thiksey Monastery Chang La Pass 
- Day 8
Pangong Tso to Leh
After breakfast at camp, spend the morning exploring the shores of Pangong Tso Lake. In the afternoon, head back to Leh and visit Hemis Gompa, a 17th-century monastery. The rest of your day is free to check out local markets or take it easy. You'll stay at a hotel in Leh for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ladakh Imperial or similar - Leh)
Included Activities
- Explore Pangong Tso shores and surrounding areas
- Visit Hemis Gompa
Landmarks Pangong Tso Hemis Gompa - Day 9
Leh to Sarchu
After a hearty breakfast, drive to Sarchu by crossing Tanglang La Pass at 17,585 feet (the world's second-highest motorable road). Stop for lunch at Pang village. Depending on time and road conditions, there's a possible detour to Chumathang hot spring village. You'll reach Sarchu by evening and stay at a deluxe camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch at Pang), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Himalayan Routes Camp or similar - Sarchu)
Included Activities
- Travel over Tanglang La Pass
- Stop at Pang for lunch
Optional Activities
- Detour to Chumathang hot spring village
Landmarks Tanglang La Pass Chumathang - Day 10
Sarchu to Manali
After breakfast, travel to Manali through the Kullu Valley. You'll cross three passes: Baralacha La, Keylong, and Rohtang Pass. The journey offers dramatic mountain views carved by the Beas River. Check into your hotel in Manali for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Vivaan The Sunrise Resort or similar - Manali)
Included Activities
- Travel over Baralacha La Pass
- Pass through Keylong town
- Travel over Rohtang Pass
Landmarks Baralacha La Pass Keylong Rohtang Pass Kullu Valley Beas River 
- Day 11
Manali
After breakfast, explore Manali's cultural and natural side by visiting a Buddhist Monastery and then heading to Hadimba Devi Temple located in the forest. Travel to the village of Vashisht to see the natural sulfur springs and traditional bathhouses. After browsing Manali's vibrant market for handicrafts and souvenirs, return to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Vivaan The Sunrise Resort or similar - Manali)
Included Activities
- Visit Buddhist Monastery
- Visit Hadimba Devi Temple
- Visit Vashisht village
- Explore Manali market
Optional Activities
- Relax in Vashisht natural sulfur springs and traditional bathhouses
Landmarks Hadimba Devi Temple Vashisht - Day 12
Manali to Chandigarh
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Chandigarh airport for your departure flight home or to your next destination.
- End point
- Tarmac Chandigarh International Airport, Sas Nagar, Punjab 140603, India (Drop-off at Chandigarh Airport, India)
- Meals
- Breakfast
