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MANALI TO SRINAGAR VIA LADAKH
10 Nights / 11 Days - Manali Airport Pickup & Srinagar Drop

Manali, Sarchu, Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Kargil & Srinagar

Day 1:- Manali To Sarchu (222 Kms)
Today we start our journey to Leh stopping at Sarchu for a night. Today we cross Rohtang Pass (3978 m), Keylong (3350 m), Baralacha Pass (4890m) with overnight stopover at Sarchu (4253 m), border of the states of Himachal Pradesh (Lahaul) and Jammu & Kashmir (Ladakh).  Upon arrival in Sarchu we check in at our tented campsite for overnight stay.

Day 2:- Sarchu - Leh (255 Kms)
Leave for Leh by early morning, through Nakeela and Lachangla Pass 16,617 ft. Lunch at Pang. After Lunch drive to Leh passing through Skyangchu Thang (Biggest and Highest Plateau on Earth on Stretch of 42 Kms), Tanglang La Pass 17,585ft and Indus Valley. Upon arrival in leh you’ll met by our representative and check in at our Hotel.

Day 3:- Leh To Pangong Lake (140 Kms / 6 Hrs )
After an early breakfast we leave for PANGONG LAKE enroute visiting SHEY PALACE, The ancient capital of Ladakh & THIKSEY an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village. After visiting above two monasteries we drive further towards CHANGLA PASS 5486 MTRS. The long easy ascent takes you to Changla pass through its winding roads passing through Sakti Village. Stop at the Changla Pass for a quick photograph session and drive down to the village of Tangtse, where you can relax for a cup of tea. Leaving Tangtse for Pangong you pass through few small villages of Changthang and finally you can have a sudden view of the Pangong Lake situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). This famous blue brackish Lake of Pangong is 5/6 Kms wide and over 133 Kms long with half of it’s running the other side of the "INDO CHINA BORDER". One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable.

After the success of 3 Idiots, this beautiful natural location has attracted more tourists from all over the world.Upon arrival we check in at our Camp near Pangong Lake. Dinner & Overnight at the Camp.

Day 4:- Pangong Lake To Leh (140 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to leh enroute visiting HEMIS GOMPA, the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism. Drive further to Leh and check in at our hotel for Overnight. In the afternoon you can rest and relax.

Day 5:- Leh To Nubra Valley Via Khardungla 18,390 Ft. (120 Kms / 4-5 Hrs)
Post breakfast we drive to Nubra Valley. The road journey from Leh to Nubra Valley passes over KHARDUNG LA (THE HIGHEST MOTORABLE ROAD IN THE WORLD) AT 5,602 M / 18,390 FT, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldumra or the valley of flowers. It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level.
Upon arrival in Nubra we check in at our Camp / Hotel in Hunder for Overnight stay.

In the evening you can walk around the tiny villages to see how the locals live in this part of the world. A visit to a Ladakhi home can be arranged.Dinner and overnight at the Camp.

Day 6:- Nubra Valley To Leh (120 Kms / 4-5 Hrs)
After an early breakfast we check out from the Camp and drive to HUNDER where you have opportunity to ride on a bacterian camel (double humped) amidst the sand dunes of this high altitude desert with snow capped mountains on the horizon. Between Hunder and Diskit you come across sand dunes besides the road. Seen in isolation you could well be amongst the sand dunes of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. It is indeed a strange sight since immediately on the left of the road are rocky mountains that characterize the Ladakhi landscape and in the distance can be seen snow-capped mountains. On the return stop at DISKIT which is the headquarter town of Nubra Valley. Stroll around the bazaar observing the shops and local people going about their daily chores. Diskit is famous for 515 years old Buddhist Monastery, lying magnificently situated on a hilltop, facing the entire Valley.Later we drive back to Leh in the late afternoon via Khardungla Top. On arrival at Leh you will check in to your Hotel.

Day 7:- Leh To Tingmosgang (92 Kms / 4 Hrs)
After breakfast you drive downstream along the River Indus on Leh – Kargil Highway. Enroute visiting GURUDWARA PATTHAR SAHIB Nestled deep in the Himalayas, which was built by the Lamas of Leh in 1517 to commemorate the visit of Guru Nanak Dev. A drive of another 4 km took us to MAGNETIC HILL which defies the law of gravity. It has been noticed that when a vehicle is parked on neutral gear on this metallic road the vehicle slides up & further Driving through a picturesque landscape we reached the CONFLUENCE OF THE INDUS AND ZANSKAR RIVER 4 km before Nimmu village, Just before Saspul a road to the right takes you for your visit to the LIKIR MONASTERY. The name Likir derives from the word Lukhgil (coiled snake) as the site appears to be encircled by two great serpent spirits – Nanda and Taksako. Likir is one of the most active monasteries in the region. As you drive up to the monastery a recently installed colossal gilded image of the Maitreya out in the open is one of the most impressive sights in Ladakh.

After visiting the Monastery you continue your drive along the River Indus to TINGMOSGANG, where on arrival you check into a Fixed Camp.In the afternoon you visit RIDZONG Monastery. There is the option to walk up to the Monastery for those that wish to do so. Hidden at the end of a steep valley, the first view of the Monastery is dramatic. There are fine silver chortens that contain the relics of the founder and his son. Later we drive to Tingmosgang for an overnight stay at a Fixed Camp.

Day 8:- Tingmosgang To Kargil Via Lamayuru (143 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Post breakfast you proceed Kargil enroute visiting the 11th century LAMAYURU MONASTERY enroute visiting the mesmerizing MOON LANDSCAPES (you will believe why the name of this area is Moonland. Exactly the same formations of Land are visible as on the moon), Lamayuru is spectacularly located along the valley plain and surrounded by mountains on all sides. The monastery has gradually expanded over the years and newer structures have been built around a large courtyard. The antiquity of this site is evident from the large number of chortens, similar to those at Alchi.

Later Drive to KARGIL over Fatu-la [13,489 ft] which is the highest pass on Srinagar – Leh road. Upon arrival in Kargil we check in at our Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 9:- Kargil To Srinagar
After early Breakfast by 6.00 am drive to Srinagar passing through Drass, the second coldest inhabited Place on earth and you can have spectacular view of Kargil War famous Peaks Tiger Hill and Tololing Peak. Pay a tribute to Vijay Smarak, dedicated to Indian Soldiers who laid their lives for us during Kargil War in 1999. Arrive Srinagar by Afternoon. Rest of the time for own activities. Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 10:- Srinagar - Excursion To Shankracharya Temple & Mughal Gardens
Post breakfast we take a sightseeing tour of Srinagar (Lake City) visiting Shankaracharya Temple & Mughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) & Shalimar Bagh (Garden of Pleasure). Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 11:- Depart Srinagar (Fly Out)
Tour concludes. Aatithya Trips thank you for your patronage and ensure a punctual transfer to Domestic Airport to catch the flight for your onward Destination.

Hotel Option / Choice:-
Destination
Standard
Deluxe
Super Deluxe
Luxury
Sarchu
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Leh
Noble House, Hill Town, Asia or  Zambala Inn
Mandala, Pangong, The Ladakh, Eco Poplar, Kaal or Similar
Spic N Span, Lharisa, Lasermo, City Palace or Similar
The Grand Dragon
Nubra Valley
Olathang or Snow Leopard - Guest Houses
Silk Route Cottages, Organic Retreat or Mystic Meadows
Nubra Ethnic Camp or Silk Route Cottages
Nubra Ethnic Camp or Silk Route Cottages
Pangong Lake
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Mulkila, Adventure or Goldrop Camp 
Sham Valley
Moonland Hotel in Lamayuru
West Ladakh Camp in Uleytokpo
Namra Hotel or Namra Camp in Temisgam
Namra Hotel or Namra Camp in Temisgam
Kargil
Caravan Sarai or Similar
Hotel Siachen or D Zozila
Hotel Siachen or D Zozila
Hotel Siachen
Srinagar
Standard Houseboats
Deluxe Houseboats
Deluxe Houseboats
Deluxe Houseboats
 
 
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