Delhi Manali Leh Srinagar Circuit

Morning

• Arrive at Manali Volvo Bus Stand (Mall Road or Private Bus Stand)
• Warm welcome by our representative
• Transfer to the hotel and check-in
• Freshen up and rest after the long journey

Afternoon

• Enjoy lunch (on your own or at the hotel, depending on package)
• Leisure time to explore nearby Mall Road, local cafés, or relax at the hotel
• Optional: Visit Hadimba Devi Temple or Vashisht Hot Springs (time permitting)

Evening

• Attend a short briefing session by the Tour Manager
• Dinner and overnight stay in Manali

Morning

• Early morning breakfast at the hotel
• Check out and begin your road journey to Jispa (approx. 6–7 hours / 140 km)
• Cross the scenic Atal Tunnel (Asia’s longest high-altitude tunnel)
• Drive through the breathtaking Lahaul Valley, with views of Chandra and Bhaga rivers

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch at a roadside café or dhaba en route
• Continue your journey through picturesque villages like Sissu, Keylong, and Gondla
• Reach Jispa, a peaceful village nestled along the Bhaga River

Evening

• Check in to your campsite or hotel
• Enjoy hot tea amidst the serene Himalayan backdrop
• Dinner and overnight stay in Jispa

Morning

• Wake up early to the crisp mountain air in Jispa
• Enjoy breakfast at the campsite or hotel
• Check out and begin your adventurous drive to Sarchu (approx. 5–6 hours / 90 km)
• Cross Deepak Tal, a stunning high-altitude lake, and Baralacha La Pass (16,040 ft), one of the most scenic passes on the Manali–Leh route

Afternoon

• Short break for lunch or snacks en route
• Witness the changing landscapes – from lush valleys to barren mountains
• Arrive at Sarchu, located on the border of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh
• Take it easy to allow your body to adjust to the higher altitude

Evening

• Check in to your Swiss camp with attached washroom
• Enjoy tea and snacks while soaking in the raw beauty of the Himalayan plateau
• Dinner and overnight stay at Sarchu under a star-studded sky

Morning

• Wake up early and enjoy a warm breakfast at the campsite
• Check out and begin the thrilling drive to Leh (approx. 8–9 hours / 250 km)
• Cross a series of iconic high-altitude passes:
  • Nakee La (15,547 ft)
  • Lachung La (16,616 ft)
• Navigate the famous Gata Loops – 21 hairpin bends carved into the mountains

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch at Pang
• Drive across the vast and surreal Morey Plains
• Cross Tanglang La Pass (17,480 ft) – one of the highest motorable roads in the world
• Continue along the Indus River Valley as you descend into Leh

Evening

• Arrive in Leh and check in to your hotel
• Rest and relax after the long and scenic drive
• Light dinner and overnight stay in Leh (acclimatization recommended)

Morning

• After breakfast, begin your scenic drive towards Nubra Valley
• Cross the iconic Khardung La Pass (5,602 m / 18,390 ft) – the highest motorable road in the world
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Indus Valley, Zanskar range, and Saser massif from the pass

Afternoon

• Drive through the stunning landscapes nestled between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges
• Enroute visit the historic Diskit Monastery, home to a giant Maitreya Buddha statue
• Continue towards Hunder Sand Dunes in Nubra Valley

Evening

• Enjoy activities at the Hunder Sand Dunes:
  • Ride on a Bactrian camel (double-humped) – optional, at own cost
  • Experience an ATV ride across the dunes – optional, at own cost
• Return to your camp/hotel in Nubra Valley
• Enjoy dinner and relax for the night

Morning

• Post breakfast, depart from Hunder for an excursion to Turtuk, located near the Line of Control (LoC)
• Explore Turtuk village, part of Baltistan, which was under Pakistani control until 1971
• Experience the unique Balti culture and warm hospitality of the locals

Afternoon

• Visit the serene Turtuk Waterfall
• Explore the Turtuk Museum, showcasing the history and culture of the region
• Taste the fresh local apricots, a specialty and major source of income for locals
• Enjoy stunning views of the K2 peak, the world’s second-highest mountain, during your village walk

Evening

• Drive back to Hunder
• Overnight stay at the same hotel/camp

Morning

• Early morning departure from Hunder towards Pangong Lake
• Drive through the scenic Shyok Valley, following the beautiful Shyok River
• Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and rugged Himalayan terrain along the way

Afternoon

• Arrive at the stunning Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 ft (4,267 m)
• Marvel at the lake’s rich deep blue water, changing shades with the sun
• Learn about Pangong’s geography — a 130 km long lake shared by India and China
• Spend quiet moments by the lakeside soaking in the pristine natural beauty

Evening

• Check-in to your camp/cottage near Pangong Lake
• Enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars
• Overnight stay at Pangong

Morning

• Wake up to a serene morning by the beautiful Pangong Lake
• Enjoy breakfast with stunning views of the lake
• Begin your return journey to Leh via Chang La Pass (17,590 ft / 5,360 m), one of the highest motorable passes in the world

Afternoon

• Enroute, visit the peaceful and scenic Thiksey Monastery – known for its architecture and giant Maitreya Buddha
• Stop at the famous 3 Idiots Rancho School (photo stop only)
• Explore the historic Shey Palace, former summer residence of Ladakhi kings

Evening

• Arrive back in Leh
• Check in at your hotel and relax
• Enjoy a warm dinner at the hotel
• Overnight stay in Leh

Morning

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out
• Begin your drive from Leh to Kargil (approx. 6–7 hours / 220 km) via the NH-1D (Srinagar-Leh Highway)
• Visit en route:
  • Hall of Fame Museum – a tribute to Indian soldiers
  • Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – a sacred Sikh shrine
  • Magnetic Hill – experience the gravity-defying phenomenon
  • Confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers at Nimmu

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch at a local restaurant or packed meal
• Continue journey through Lamayuru – home to one of Ladakh’s oldest monasteries
• Pass through the dramatic Moonland landscapes
• Drive over Fotu La (13,478 ft) – highest point on Srinagar–Leh highway
• Cross Namika La (12,139 ft) before descending into the Kargil Valley

Evening

• Arrive in Kargil and check in to your hotel
• Relax and explore the peaceful town or local market (optional)
• Dinner and overnight stay in Kargil

Morning

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Kargil
• Check out and begin your drive to Srinagar (approx. 7–8 hours / 200 km)
• En route, visit the Kargil War Memorial at Drass – a moving tribute to our heroes of the 1999 Kargil War
• Drive through Drass Valley, known as the second coldest inhabited place in the world
• Ascend the thrilling Zoji La Pass (11,575 ft), offering dramatic mountain views

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch en route near Sonamarg, the ‘Meadow of Gold’
• Descend into the lush Kashmir Valley, surrounded by pine forests and glacial rivers
• Continue your drive towards Srinagar

Evening

• Arrive in Srinagar and check in to your hotel or deluxe houseboat on Dal Lake
• Enjoy a peaceful evening with Kashmiri hospitality
• Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar

Morning

• Wake up to a serene morning in Srinagar
• Enjoy a traditional Kashmiri breakfast at the hotel or houseboat
• Check out and prepare for your return journey
• Transfer to Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar, as per your flight schedule

Afternoon

• Bid farewell to the breathtaking landscapes and warm memories
• Tour concludes with hopes to see you again on another incredible journey