12 Days-Srinagar Leh Ladakh Manali Road Trip
Key Experiences
- Explore beautiful Srinagar and enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
- Drive through the spectacular Sonmarg region.
- Experience the dramatic landscapes of Kargil.
- Explore Leh and its colourful local market.
- Visit Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace.
- Ride through Khardung La towards Nubra Valley.
- Explore Diskit Monastery and Hunder.
- Enjoy the landscapes around Pangong Lake.
- Discover the remote high-altitude region of Hanle.
- Visit Hanle Observatory area, subject to access and local conditions.
- Experience the beautiful Tso Moriri Lake.
- Travel through the rugged More Plains.
- Cross Tanglang La and other high mountain passes.
- Spend time at Sarchu, one of the major stops on the Manali-Leh route.
- Finish the adventure in Manali.
About This Tour
Planning a Himalayan road trip can quickly become complicated when you are trying to fit Kashmir, Ladakh and Manali into one journey. Which route should you take? Where should you stop? How do you combine Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Hanle and Tso Moriri without spending your holiday constantly planning the next drive? KoiKoi Travel brings these experiences together in one carefully arranged Srinagar Leh Ladakh Manali Road Trip. Start among the green valleys of Srinagar, drive through Sonmarg and Kargil, explore the dramatic landscapes around Leh, and continue to Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Hanle and Tso Moriri. The adventure then takes you across the high-altitude roads towards Sarchu and Manali. It is an amazing combination of mountain scenery, wildlife and nature experiences, monasteries, lakes, remote villages, photography and long scenic road journeys.
Day By Day Itinerary
1Day 1:Arrival in Srinagar – Dal Lake & Shikara Ride
Your Himalayan adventure begins in Srinagar.
After arrival, meet the KoiKoi Travel team and transfer to your hotel or houseboat. Once you have settled in, head out to experience the beautiful surroundings of Kashmir.
Later, enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Glide across the water while taking in views of the surrounding mountains, houseboats and local life.
Depending on arrival time, you can also explore parts of Srinagar's gardens and local markets.
Overnight: Srinagar
2Day 2:Srinagar – Sonmarg – Kargil
After breakfast, begin your road journey towards Kargil.
The route takes you through Sonmarg, where green valleys, mountain streams and towering peaks create an amazing Himalayan setting.
Continue through the mountain roads towards Zoji La and enter the rugged landscape leading towards Kargil.
The scenery changes dramatically during the drive, making this a fantastic day for photography and road-trip lovers.
Arrive in Kargil and check into your hotel.
Overnight: Kargil
3Day 3:Kargil – Leh
After breakfast, continue your journey towards Leh.
The road takes you deeper into the dramatic landscapes of Ladakh. Along the way, enjoy spectacular mountain scenery and stop at suitable viewpoints.
Depending on road conditions and available time, you can explore attractions such as Lamayuru Monastery and Magnetic Hill.
Continue towards Leh and check into your hotel.
Keep the evening relaxed to allow your body to adjust to the altitude.
Overnight: Leh
4Day 4:Leh Local Sightseeing
Today is dedicated to exploring Leh while keeping the pace comfortable.
After breakfast, visit Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and other local attractions.
Later, spend some time exploring Leh Market, where you can browse local handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs and traditional products.
You can also visit nearby monasteries depending on your energy level and local conditions.
The evening is free for relaxing and preparing for the next stage of the road trip.
Overnight: Leh
5Day 5:Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardung La
Get ready for an exciting mountain drive towards Nubra Valley.
After breakfast, leave Leh and ascend towards Khardung La, one of the best-known high-altitude passes in Ladakh.
Stop for photographs before continuing towards Nubra.
The landscape changes as you descend into the valley. Visit Diskit Monastery and continue towards Hunder.
Hunder is famous for its unusual combination of sand dunes, green patches and massive Himalayan mountains.
Depending on local operation and conditions, you can enjoy an optional Bactrian camel ride.
Overnight: Nubra Valley
6Day 6:Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake
After breakfast, start your journey from Nubra towards Pangong Lake.
The route follows the dramatic Shyok region and offers some of the most spectacular landscapes of the trip.
As you approach Pangong, the famous blue lake gradually appears between the mountains.
Spend the afternoon exploring the lakeside, taking photographs and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
The changing colours of the lake make this one of the most memorable stops on the entire Srinagar Leh Ladakh Manali Road Trip.
Overnight: Pangong Lake
7Day 7:Pangong Lake – Hanle
Wake up early to enjoy the morning views around Pangong Lake.
After breakfast, continue towards the remote region of Hanle.
Today's drive takes you away from the more frequently visited Ladakh routes and into a quieter landscape of wide valleys, barren mountains and open skies.
Hanle is particularly attractive for travellers interested in stargazing, astrophotography and remote Himalayan landscapes.
Subject to local access and operating conditions, explore the area around the Indian Astronomical Observatory.
Overnight: Hanle
8Day 8:Hanle – Tso Moriri
After breakfast, continue towards the spectacular Tso Moriri Lake.
This is another remote and scenic section of the journey, with very little urban development along the route.
Tso Moriri is surrounded by mountains and offers an incredibly peaceful setting for photography and nature experiences.
Spend the evening beside the lake and enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
Overnight: Tso Moriri
9Day 9:Tso Moriri – Sarchu
After breakfast, leave Tso Moriri and begin the long journey towards Sarchu.
The route takes you through rugged high-altitude terrain and eventually connects with the major Manali-Leh road corridor.
As you continue towards Sarchu, enjoy views of barren mountain ranges, open plains and dramatic Himalayan passes.
Arrive at Sarchu and check into your camp or accommodation.
Relax after the long drive and prepare for tomorrow's journey towards Manali.
Overnight: Sarchu
10Day 10:Sarchu – Manali
After breakfast, start your final major road journey towards Manali.
Ride through the spectacular landscapes of Lahaul Valley, with the scenery gradually becoming greener as you descend from the high-altitude Ladakh region.
The route includes dramatic mountain roads and high passes before eventually reaching the greener surroundings of Himachal Pradesh.
Arrive in Manali and check into your hotel.
Enjoy a relaxed evening after the long Himalayan road journey.
Overnight: Manali
11Day 11:Manali – Local Sightseeing & Adventure
Today gives you time to enjoy Manali after the long road trip.
Explore Solang Valley, where you can enjoy optional outdoor activities depending on season and operating conditions.
You can also explore Old Manali, visit local cafés and enjoy the mountain atmosphere.
For adventure lovers, optional activities can include paragliding, river rafting, trekking and other outdoor experiences, depending on availability and weather.
Return to your hotel in the evening.
Overnight: Manali
12Day 12:Manali Departure
Your Srinagar Leh Ladakh Manali Road Trip comes to an end today.
After breakfast, check out and continue your onward journey.
You leave with memories of Kashmir valleys, Ladakh's high-altitude landscapes, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Hanle, Tso Moriri and the mountain roads leading to Manali.
Tour Ends
What's Included
- Accommodation according to the selected package.
- Daily breakfast and dinner as specified.
- Private vehicle for the complete road journey.
- Experienced driver familiar with Himalayan routes.
- Airport/railway station transfers as specified.
- Fuel, tolls and parking charges for the planned itinerary.
- Required permits and applicable government charges.
- Assistance during the journey.
- Sightseeing according to the itinerary.
- Applicable taxes and service charges.
What's Excluded
- Domestic or international airfare.
- Lunches and beverages.
- Monument and attraction entry fees.
- Camera fees.
- Personal expenses.
- Laundry and telephone expenses.
- Optional activities.
- Bactrian camel ride and other activities not specifically listed as included.
- Travel insurance.
- Medical expenses.
- Emergency evacuation.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Expenses caused by road closures, weather delays, flight delays or other unforeseen circumstances.
Why Book With Us
- Instead of planning separate holidays, this itinerary connects three very different Himalayan landscapes in one road trip.
- The journey itself is a major part of the holiday, with long mountain drives through Kargil, Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Hanle, Tso Moriri and Sarchu.
- Enjoy high-altitude passes, mountain roads, lakes, remote valleys, photography, stargazing and outdoor activities.
- KoiKoi Travel organizes the route so you can concentrate on enjoying the scenery instead of constantly working out where to stay and how to reach the next destination.
- The itinerary can be adapted for couples, families, groups and adventure travellers based on accommodation, travel dates and activity preferences.
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