Overview
Ladakh, the ‘Land of High Passes,’ offers experiences of a lifetime that you can enjoy with our meticulously designed Wonders of Ladakh tour package. This trip will let you explore the scenic lakes, snow-laden peaks, barren mountains, etc. During this 11 days tour, you will witness awe-inspiring views that you won’t find anywhere else. Spanning over 11 days, the Wonders of Ladakh tour renders you in a state of awe with intriguing things like a Shikara ride and a visit to the Pathar Sahib Gurudwara.
Besides spiritualism, this Leh Ladakh tour itinerary Via Srinagar allows you to enjoy a fantastic adventure during your excursion by embarking on a Camel safari at Hunder Sand Dunes in Nubra Valley. You can rest assured of memorable holidays with the Wonders of Ladakh tour package.
Note:A suggested itinerary indicates what could be possible on this trip. You can bring modifications as per your interest.
Highlights
- Enjoy a Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, Srinagar
- Explore the famous attractions of Leh
- Enjoy camel safari at Hunder sand dunes, Nubra valley
- Traverse the Khardung La, the highest motorable pass
- Marvel at the beautiful monasteries of Ladakh
- Soak in the stunning beauty of the Pangong Lake
- Drive through the exciting Rohtang Pass
- Shop to your heart’s content at the markets of Leh
Itinerary
After reaching Srinagar airport, our tour representative will pick you up and drive you to the hotel. Have an assisted check-in at the hotel or houseboat. Once you reach the hotel, complete the check-in formalities. Then, satiate your hunger with a delicious lunch. This is followed by a Shikara ride on a direct payment basis. After that, get ready to explore scenic Mughal Gardens. Chashm-e-Shahi, Nishat Bagh, and the Shalimar Bagh, with attractions of their own, are considered the Mughal Gardens.
Enjoy an overnight stay at Srinagar.
Savor a hearty breakfast and proceed towards Kargil. Delight in a halt en route at Sonmarg. A short break at ZojiLa offers the desired break. The expedition continues to the Drass village, the world's second coldest inhabited place. Then, revel in exploring the Kargil War Memorial.
Upon reaching Kargil by the evening, check in at the hotel. The rest of the time is at your leisure. You can stroll around and explore the market of Kargil. Spend the evening on the bank of the Suru River.
Return to the hotel in the evening and have a delicious dinner. Then, enjoy an overnight stay in Kargil.
Day 3 of the Wonders of the Ladakh tour begins with a delectable breakfast. After having your morning meal, you will get a drive towards Leh. The journey lets you enjoy a sightseeing tour of the popular attractions en route. Listen to the legends associated with the Lamayuru Monastery, defy the law of gravity at the Magnetic Hill, and savor scrumptious Langar after paying homage at the Pathar Sahib Gurudwara. Finally, call it a day at the Hall of Fame Museum.
Upon your arrival in Leh, have an assisted check-in in the hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. It is recommendable to rest and take proper intake of food and fluids. Or you can walk around and explore the market.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
You are free to cherish some 'Me' time on this day. Explore the markets of Leh. Buy traditional items showcasing Ladakh's culture. Enjoy the day leisurely and make the most of it to acclimatize in Leh-Ladakh. Don't forget to savor the Ladakhi food, including SKU, Thukpa, Momos, Pava, etc.
Enjoy an overnight stay in Leh.
Start your day with a hearty breakfast. This is followed by a road trip to the Nubra Valley via Khardung La. Marvel at the stunning picturesque vistas of the valley as you drive on this one of the highest motorable passes in the world. The colorful fluttering flags add a charm to the area.
After reaching Nubra Valley, you will get a pre-assisted room where you will unwind yourself. After having your lunch, get ready for an enthralling experience. Ride on the Bactrian camel, a camel with two humps, and revel in a camel safari amidst dunes in Hunder Village. The serene town enjoys the fame for its Sand Dunes tucked beautifully amidst green meadows, snow-laden mountains, and rivers.
An overnight stay is planned in the Nubra Valley.
The 6th day of the tour is full of adventures and amazing stories. After having a delicious breakfast, head towards a quaint little village situated 80 km from Nubra. This village was a part of the Baltistan district of POK till 13 December 1971. India recaptures this village, and you will get an opportunity to hear fantastic stories from the locals. You will be enthralled by the majestic beauty of the Shyok River. Explore the village and the charming farms of apricot and walnut. In the evening, you will return to Nubra.
Overnight stay in Nubra.
Head towards the scenic Diskit Monastery post, having a delicious breakfast. After that, brace yourself up to drive to Pangong via the Shyok route. The voyage makes you travel on some of the trickiest roads and also renders you in a state of awe by featuring spellbinding landscapes. There will be a short break at Durbuk village to relish a delicious lunch. Post this; the drive resumes to Pangong.
Upon reaching, check-in and enjoy an overnight stay at Pangong Lake while stargazing.
Treat your eyes to the mesmerizing views of the Pangong Lake at the time of sunrise. Exhibiting various hues of blue, the sparkling lake is one of the best places to visit in Ladakh. Once you are done soaking in the ethereal beauty of the lake, drive back to Leh.
En route, visit Thiksey Monastery and Shey Palace. Perched on a hill, the Thiksey Monastery shows a striking similarity with the Potala Palace of Lhasa. Further, you will be dropped at the Leh market, where you can shop to your heart's content.
An overnight stay is arranged in Leh.
Breakfast will be served at 7:30 am, and after that, you have to leave for Sarchu. The road trip will include crossing the Skyangchu-Thang (the most prominent and highest plateau on Earth at 42 km). Satiate your hunger with a delicious lunch at Pang. You will reach Pang after navigating Nakee La and Lachung La.
Subsequently, the drive continues to Jispa. You will reach your desired destination by the evening. Enjoy an overnight stay in Jispa.
Post having your breakfast, get ready for a drive to Manali. The beautiful scenic drive proceeds to the destination while crossing Baralacha La, a high mountain pass in Zanskar Range. Next, savor tasty lunch at Sissu village.
After that, cross the famous Rohtang Pass, another high mountain pass to reach Manali. Upon your arrival in Manali, you can go for Manali sightseeing (if time permits). Later return to the hotel.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Manali.
This is the last day of the tour. So check out from the hotel on time and proceed towards your onward destination. If you want to avail of transfer services, inform our executive 3 hours well in advance.
FAQs
There are three ways to reach Ladakh. The first is Srinagar to Ladakh via Zojila Pass; second is Manali to Ladakh via Rohtang Pass; and via the third option, you can fly to the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh that is the only airport in Ladakh.
The Manali Leh route is a 470 Km of high altitude road. While in Srinagar Leh route, you travel 430 Km through mesmerizing valleys of Kashmir and Sonamarg and the beautiful towns of Drass and Kargil before reaching Leh. If you land at Leh Airport, cabs are available to reach your preferred destinations in Ladakh.
It depends on the places you are likely to visit. In Ladakh, you will travel in mountainous terrains and the travel time depends on the weather and the altitude. Generally, one travels for 4-8 hours per day with places located at a higher altitude taking a longer time to reach.
The minimum days required for Ladakh tour depends on the places you will visit and the activities you like to enjoy. A minimum of 6 days is needed for covering some of the major destinations in Ladakh.
In Ladakh, mid-September to mid-October are the best months to admire the stunning landscape. The month of March is a good time to talke an adventure trip in Ladakh. Ladakh tourism peaks between April and mid-May, so this time isn’t ideal if you’re looking for a budget trip.