Ladakh Great Lakes Adventure with Hanle and Umling La

Reach Manali - the “Valley of Gods” in the morning and head to your hotel.

Check in to your cozy hotel rooms and recharge yourself for the adventurous trip.

You can then rest for some time and have a delicious breakfast at your hotel.

As soon as you finish your breakfast, gear up for a fun-filled day exploring Manali's charming attractions on your own.

You can start your sightseeing by visiting the famous Hidimba Temple, which is dedicated to the wife of Bheem.

Next, you can take a short hike to the Jogni Waterfall - one of the most beautiful spots in Manali.

Further, you can relax in the natural hot springs of Vashisht Temple which is dedicated to sage Vashisht, teacher of Lord Ram.

After exploring various attractions, you can shop and eat around the famous Mall Road.

Head back to your hotel, once you are done for the day.

End your day with a briefing of the upcoming itinerary, and get ready to sleep in your comfortable hotel bed.

Overnight stay in Manali.

Wake up and get ready for an exciting journey from Manali in shared transfers to explore the majestic snow-capped peaks of the western Himalayas.

Today, we will cover around 175 km via the Leh-Manali Highway, which will give you a glimpse of breathtaking scenery.

While riding on the highway, we will enter the Atal Tunnel to reach Lahaul Valley.

In the Lahaul Valley, get mesmerized by the stunning Chandra River and the towering peaks that surround it.

Continue the journey to Keylong, the district headquarters of Lahaul & Spiti.

We will continue our journey through Darcha, Patsio, and Zingzing Bar along the way.

From this pass, we will stop at the Deepak Tal is shaped like a "Diya," which is the reason for its name according to the Locals, while the other reason is Maharishi Deepak meditated here.

Next, we will spend some time admiring the stunning Suraj Tal which is the source of the Bhaga River.

We will then make a quick stop at Baralacha-La at an altitude of 4,892 meters before we resume our journey to reach the Sarchu.

Spend your night in your camp along with a delicious dinner.

Overnight stay in Sarchu.

Wake up and get ready in your Swiss camps for an adventurous journey from Sarchu to Karzok after a fulfilling breakfast.

Collect your bike and get ready to begin the journey to Karzok.

On this journey, we will experience the thrill of conquering the famous Gata Loops that feature 21 hairpin bends at an elevation of 4669m.

Take a short break at the Pang before covering the rest of the thrilling journey.

After these challenging loops, we can relax as we will cross the Moore Plains which is a straight road at an altitude of around 15,500 feet.

Next, we will stop to admire the beauty of Tso Kar which is part of Wetland Complex and surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

Continuing our journey, we will next reach Puga Valley.

On reaching Puga Valley, we can relax at the natural hot springs while soaking in the majestic views of the valley.

Further, we will stop at Kyagar Tso, where you will see majestic views of the salt particles shining like diamonds at the edge of this salt lake.

Next, we will head towards Tso Moriri, which is located at an altitude of 15,075 ft, making it one of the highest lakes in India.

After this, we will reach our stay, check-in at the property and have a tasty dinner.

Overnight stay near Tso Moriri.

Have your breakfast at the stay and get ready for an adventurous journey through the remote high-altitude landscapes of Ladakh.

Today, we will drive from Tso Moriri to Hanle via Nyoma and Chumur.

This route offers some of the most untouched and dramatic views of the Changthang region, with endless barren mountains, river crossings, and wide open valleys accompanying us throughout the day.

Upon reaching Hanle, we will visit the famous Indian Astronomical Observatory, one of the highest observatories in the world, known for its crystal-clear night skies and stunning location amidst the mountains.

Later, we will check into our cozy homestay/camp and enjoy a peaceful evening in one of the most remote villages of Ladakh.

Overnight stay in Hanle.

After having your breakfast at the stay, we will get ready for one of the most thrilling and challenging rides of the trip.

First we head towards Pangong Lake via Umling La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world at an altitude of approximately 19,024 ft.

After conquering Umling La, we continue our journey towards the iconic Pangong Tso, the famous high-altitude lake on the Indo-Tibetan border

Pangong Lake is about 4 km wide on average and at least 136 Km long and is located at an altitude of 4300 meters above sea level, also known for its ever-changing shades of blue.

Upon reaching, spend some time around the lake, where you can admire the reflection of the surrounding mountains in the stunning blue lake.

You can also click pictures at the famous 3-idiots set here.

Later, we will check into our campsite near the lake and enjoy a warm dinner.

Overnight stay in camps near Pangong Lake.

Get ready to start the day as you wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise from your camp.

We will then enjoy a delicious breakfast near the lake, before making our way to Nubra Valley.

We will drive along the Shyok River, admiring the breathtaking landscapes of this remote region.

Next, we will head to the Diskit village where will visit the famous Diskit monastery - known for its giant Buddha Statue.

Here, you can explore this cold desert by spending some time at the Hunder Sand Dunes, which will leave you in awe.

You can also take a unique Bactrian camel safari (self-paid) and explore the beauty of the place.

We will then check-in to the Swiss camps and have a hearty dinner.

Overnight stay at Hunder

Wake up in your Swiss camps and have a delicious breakfast.

We will then get you ready for the exciting journey on one of the highest motorable roads.

On the way back to Leh, we will stop at the iconic Khardung-La - one of the highest motorable passes in the world.

As we approach Leh, we will stop at the iconic Shanti Stupa for a mesmerizing view of Leh and its surroundings.

Reach Leh by evening and check-in at the hotel.

We will then head out to explore the local market and cafes in Leh.

After a day of exploration and adventure, we will return to our hotel.

Enjoy a delicious dinner, and then get some well-deserved rest.

Overnight stay in Leh.

Wake up to a pleasant morning in Leh and have your breakfast at the hotel.

Get ready for another exciting day as we depart for the scenic town of Kargil.

As you ride towards Kargil, we will explore the Hall of Fame, a museum/ war memorial built in memory of the martyrs of the Indo-Pak War that showcases various aspects of high-altitude warfare.

Furthermore, we will visit the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, dedicated to Guru Nanak Dev Ji, and houses a sacred boulder with his imprints.

Next, we will also witness the rare phenomenon at the Magnetic Hill where the natural surroundings create an optical illusion that makes it look like vehicles are rolling uphill.

Next, we will stop at the Sangam viewpoint where the Zanskar and Indus rivers meet to flow together.

After this, we will stop at Lamayuru village - famous for its moonlike landscape.

Continue the ride from Lamayuru to Kargil via Namika La [3700m], Fotu La [4108m] and Mulbek.

Reach Kargil by evening, check in to your hotel and relax after a day of travel and adventure.

Enjoy a delicious dinner and then settle in for the night.

Overnight stay in Kargil.

Get out of bed in Kargil’s hotel room and have a hearty breakfast before we start our journey toward the charming city of Srinagar.

As we ride towards Srinagar, get ready to be awed by the stunning natural beauty of the region.

We will first stop at the famous Drass village, often referred to as the Gateway to Ladakh and also known as the coldest inhabited place in India.

Next, it's time to conquer the Zoji La, one of the most challenging and breathtaking mountain passes in India.

Further, we will cross the rugged landscape to reach Sonmarg, a scenic meadow which was part of the ancient Silk Road.

Finally, as you reach Srinagar by evening, it's time to relax and check in to your hotel.

Enjoy the delicious dinner and call it a day.

Overnight stay at Srinagar.

Wake up to the beautiful morning amidst the scenic views in Srinagar.

Have your breakfast at the hotel and pack your bags.

Your thrilling Ladakh Trip concludes as you head to the Srinagar airport for your onward journey.

Come back home with adventurous memories which you will cherish for a lifetime.