Highlights:

• Pick-up & Drop: Srinagar to Chandigarh
• Places to visit: Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Sham Valley, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Pangong Lake, Tso Moriri, Sarchu, Manali
• Top Experiences: Shikara ride, Khardung La Pass, camel ride in Nubra, lakeside camping, monasteries, high-altitude adventures

Day-wise Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar – Shikara Rides & Scenic Views (Local sightseeing)
  • Arrive in the paradise city of Srinagar, the gateway to Ladakh

  • Enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on Dal Lake

  • Explore Mughal Gardens and the Shankaracharya Temple

  • A leisurely evening to explore local Kashmiri cuisine and markets

• Day 2: Srinagar to Kargil – Through Zoji La & Drass (200 km, 6–7 hours)
  • Begin your Ladakh adventure via Zoji La Pass and Sonmarg 

  • Visit Drass, the second coldest inhabited place on Earth

  • Pay homage at the Kargil War Memorial

  • Overnight stay in Kargil

• Day 3: Kargil to Leh – Ancient Monasteries & Moonland (220 km, 6–7 hours)
  • Drive through the surreal lunar landscapes of Moonland 

  • Visit the historic Lamayuru Monastery

  • Reach Leh, acclimate to the high altitude, and enjoy the serene atmosphere

• Day 4: Explore Leh – Culture & Panoramic Views (Local sightseeing)
  • Visit Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery, and Shanti Stupa

  • Discover the rich Buddhist heritage of Ladakh

  • Marvel at sweeping views of the Indus Valley

• Day 5: Sham Valley Excursion – Magnetic Hills & Monasteries (80 km round trip, 3–4 hours)
  • Experience the gravity-defying Magnetic Hill 

  • Visit the sacred Gurudwara Pathar Sahib

  • Admire the ancient murals at Alchi Monastery

  • See the breathtaking Indus-Zanskar River confluence

• Day 6: Leh to Nubra Valley – Crossing Khardung La (130 km, 5–6 hours)
  • Drive via Khardung La, one of the world's highest motorable roads

  • Visit the peaceful Diskit Monastery

  • Enjoy a unique camel ride on the Hunder Sand Dunes in the cold desert

• Day 7: Turtuk Day Tour – Explore India’s Last Northern Village (90 km one way, 3–4 hours each way)
  • Visit Turtuk Village, a remote gem near the India-Pakistan border

  • Immerse yourself in Balti culture, ancient stories, and stunning scenery

  • Return to Nubra Valley for an overnight stay

• Day 8: Nubra to Pangong Lake – Lakeside Magic (170 km, 6–7 hours)
  • Drive alongside the Shyok River to the stunning Pangong Lake

  • Witness the lake’s ever-changing shades of blue

  • Camp by the lake under star-studded skies

• Day 9: Pangong to Tso Moriri – Unspoiled High-Altitude Beauty (320 km, 8–9 hours)
  • Travel to the lesser-known Tso Moriri Lake, Ladakh’s pristine wonder

  • Spot migratory birds and wildlife amidst the raw Himalayan wilderness

  • Overnight near the lake in peaceful solitude

• Day 10: Tso Moriri to Sarchu – Adventure Through Rugged Terrain (220 km, 6–7 hours)
  • Drive through remote high-altitude terrain and mountain passes

  • Arrive at Sarchu, a beautiful campsite on the Manali-Leh Highway

  • Enjoy a cosy camp stay surrounded by mountains

• Day 11: Sarchu to Manali – Into the Green Valleys (230 km, 8–9 hours)
  • Descend through Baralacha La and Rohtang Pass

  • Watch the scenery change from rocky deserts to lush greenery

  • Reach Manali and unwind amidst pine forests and local cafés

• Day 12: Manali to Chandigarh – Farewell Ladakh (300 km, 8–9 hours)
  • Morning drive to Chandigarh

  • Transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey

  • Leave with memories of a lifetime and a heart full of adventure

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