10 Days-Kashmir with Leh Ladakh Tour
Key Experiences
- Enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar.
- Explore the beautiful Mughal Gardens of Srinagar.
- Take a day trip to scenic Pahalgam.
- Experience the mountain landscapes of Gulmarg.
- Ride the famous Gondola cable car at Gulmarg, subject to operation and weather.
- Travel through Sonmarg, one of Kashmir's most scenic mountain areas.
- Drive towards Kargil through spectacular Himalayan scenery.
- Explore Leh and its high-altitude surroundings.
- Visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fame and Leh Market.
- Cross Khardung La on the way to Nubra Valley.
- See Diskit Monastery and Hunder's desert-like landscape.
- Experience the striking beauty of Pangong Lake.
- Cross Chang La while returning to Leh.
- Enjoy a combination of Kashmir nature, Ladakh adventure and Himalayan road travel.
About This Tour
Some Himalayan holidays are about relaxing in beautiful surroundings, while others are about chasing mountain roads, high passes and unforgettable landscapes. This Kashmir with Leh Ladakh Tour brings both experiences together in one exciting journey. With KoiKoi Travel, you begin among the green valleys and lakes of Srinagar, explore Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonmarg, and then travel deeper into the mountains towards Kargil and Leh. The adventure continues through Nubra Valley, across Khardung La, and beside the spectacular waters of Pangong Lake. From a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake to dramatic Himalayan drives and high-altitude landscapes, this itinerary is designed for travellers who want nature, outdoor adventure, photography and local experiences in one trip.
Day By Day Itinerary
1Day 1:Arrival in Srinagar – Mughal Gardens & Dal Lake
Welcome to Srinagar, the beautiful gateway to Kashmir. After arrival at the airport, KoiKoi Travel will assist with your transfer to the hotel or houseboat.
After check-in and some time to settle in, head out for a relaxed Srinagar sightseeing tour. Visit the famous Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden and Chashme Shahi, where landscaped gardens meet the dramatic Kashmir mountains.
Later, enjoy one of the most memorable experiences of the trip — a Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Glide across the calm water while taking in views of the surrounding mountains, houseboats and floating life.
Overnight: Srinagar
Stay: Hotel or houseboat
2Day 2:Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar
After breakfast, leave Srinagar for a full-day excursion to Pahalgam, one of Kashmir's favourite destinations for nature lovers and outdoor travellers.
Along the way, stop at Avantipur and pass through areas known for Kashmir's saffron cultivation. Continue towards Pahalgam, where the landscape changes into green valleys, pine-covered slopes and mountain scenery.
Spend the day enjoying the peaceful surroundings and taking photographs. Travellers can also explore optional local activities depending on weather, local regulations and available time.
Return to Srinagar in the evening.
Overnight: Srinagar
Stay: Houseboat or hotel
3Day 3:Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar
Today is all about mountain scenery and outdoor fun as you travel to Gulmarg, the famous meadow destination surrounded by the Himalayas.
The biggest attraction is the Gulmarg Gondola, one of the region's best-known cable-car experiences. Ride towards the higher slopes and enjoy sweeping mountain views, subject to weather and operating conditions.
During the season, visitors can enjoy snow activities and skiing at their own cost. Even outside the snow season, Gulmarg is ideal for scenic walks, photography and enjoying the fresh mountain air.
Return to Srinagar after your day in Gulmarg.
Overnight: Srinagar
Stay: Houseboat or hotel
4Day 4:Srinagar – Sonmarg – Kargil
After breakfast, begin your journey towards Sonmarg, the beautiful mountain gateway on the road to Ladakh.
Enjoy the changing scenery as Kashmir's greener valleys gradually give way to rugged Himalayan terrain. At Sonmarg, you can enjoy the surroundings and, if available and suitable, take an optional pony ride towards Thajiwas Glacier at an additional cost.
Continue towards Kargil, an important stop on the Himalayan route between Kashmir and Ladakh.
Arrive in Kargil, check into your hotel and relax after the day's mountain drive.
Overnight: Kargil
5Day 5:Kargil – Leh
After breakfast, start the scenic drive from Kargil to Leh.
This is one of the most dramatic road journeys of the tour, with rugged mountains, open valleys and changing Himalayan landscapes along the way. As you approach Leh, the scenery becomes increasingly high-altitude and stark.
On arrival in Leh, check into your hotel and keep the evening easy. Resting is especially important as you begin adjusting to the higher altitude.
Overnight: Leh
6Day 6:Leh Sightseeing & Acclimatization
Today combines gentle sightseeing with time to adjust to Leh's high altitude.
After breakfast, explore some of Leh's key attractions. Visit the Hall of Fame, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and the lively Leh Market.
Depending on how you are feeling and local road conditions, you may also take a relaxed drive towards Thiksey Monastery, located outside Leh.
Keep the pace comfortable today. Drink plenty of water, avoid rushing and allow your body time to adapt before the more adventurous part of the journey.
Overnight: Leh
7Day 7:Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardung La
Get ready for one of the most exciting road journeys of the Kashmir with Leh Ladakh Tour.
After breakfast, drive towards Nubra Valley across Khardung La, one of Ladakh's iconic high mountain passes.
The landscape changes dramatically as you travel towards Nubra. Once in the valley, explore Diskit, the main settlement, and continue towards Hunder, known for its broad valley landscapes and sand dunes.
Nubra offers an unusual combination of high mountains, green patches of vegetation and desert-like terrain. The famous Bactrian camels are another distinctive feature of Hunder.
Spend the evening enjoying the peaceful valley environment.
Overnight: Nubra Valley
8Day 8:Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake via Shyok Route
After breakfast, leave Nubra Valley and continue towards spectacular Pangong Lake via the Agham–Shyok route, subject to road conditions and local permissions.
The journey itself is an adventure, with dramatic mountain scenery throughout the drive.
Finally, reach Pangong Lake, famous for its striking blue waters surrounded by barren Himalayan mountains. The appearance of the lake can change with the sunlight and weather, creating excellent opportunities for photography.
Spend the evening beside the lake and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Overnight: Pangong Lake
Stay: Camp
9Day 9:Pangong Lake – Leh via Chang La
Wake up to the mountain scenery around Pangong Lake.
After breakfast, begin the drive back towards Leh via Chang La, another spectacular high-altitude mountain pass.
The road journey provides plenty of opportunities to admire Ladakh's rugged landscapes. On reaching Leh, check into your hotel and relax.
The evening is free for resting, exploring the local market at your own pace or simply enjoying a quiet end to the Himalayan adventure.
Overnight: Leh
10Day 10:Leh Departure
Your Kashmir with Leh Ladakh Tour comes to an end today.
After breakfast, transfer to Leh Airport for your onward flight. Take home memories of Kashmir's green valleys, Ladakh's rugged mountains, high-altitude passes and the unforgettable blue waters of Pangong Lake.
Tour Ends
What's Included
- Airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Accommodation on a double-sharing basis.
- Hotel/houseboat stays in Kashmir as per the itinerary.
- Camp stay at Pangong Lake.
- Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing.
- Daily breakfast and dinner as specified.
- Driver charges, fuel, tolls and parking.
- Applicable mandatory inner-line permits.
- Bottled drinking water during travel.
- Applicable government taxes and service charges.
What's Excluded
- Domestic or international airfare.
- Train tickets.
- Monument and attraction entry fees.
- Tour guide charges.
- Personal expenses.
- Laundry, telephone calls, beverages and other personal purchases.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities such as pony rides, skiing or other adventure activities unless specifically included.
- Additional expenses caused by road closures, extreme weather, flight delays or other unforeseen circumstances.
Why Book With Us
- KoiKoi Travel focuses on creating practical, experience-led holidays rather than simply moving travellers from one sightseeing point to another.
- Enjoy the greener landscapes of Kashmir before moving into the rugged high-altitude environment of Ladakh.
- The itinerary combines scenic drives and outdoor experiences with relaxed stays around Srinagar, Leh and Pangong.
- Private transfers and sightseeing allow the journey to be arranged around your group's pace and interests.
- The itinerary can be adapted for families, couples, friends and adventure travellers depending on travel dates, hotel preferences and activities.
- From Dal Lake and Gulmarg to Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake, the route offers plenty of opportunities for photography, sightseeing and memorable outdoor experiences.
- KoiKoi Travel can assist with transfers, accommodation coordination and itinerary planning so you can focus on enjoying the mountains.
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