11 Days Ultimate Ladakh Road Trip with Zanskar | From Manali

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, dedicated to the wife of Bheem.

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 to a pleasant morning in Manali and have your breakfast at the hotel.

Later, get ready to board your transfers to Jispa - a beautiful village located on the banks of the Bhaga River.

On the way soak in the beauty of the Solang Valley - a hotspot for adventurous activities and pass the Atal Tunnel.

You will also pass through the scenic town of Sissu and the picturesque village of Keylong.

Reach Jispa by evening, and complete the check-in formalities.

You can then spend the rest of the time at leisure.

Overnight stay in Jispa.

Have your breakfast in the morning and get ready for the day.

Board your transfers and hit the roads as we take you to Purne - a picturesque village located in Zanskar Valley.

Our first stop on the way will be Shinkhu La - a high mountain pass that acts as the natural border between Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh

Continue the journey further and get the first glimpse of the famous “God’s Mountain” as you approach Gonbo Rangjon.

Take a short stop at the scenic small town of Gonbo Rangjon to soak in the magnificent view of the surrounding mountains.

Enjoy a scenic road journey along the Kurgiak River and the snow-clad peaks.

Reach Purne by evening, which is located on the confluence of Kurgiak and Tsarap River.

Complete the check-in formalities at the hotel/ cottage/ camps and spend the rest of the time at leisure.

Overnight stay in Purne.

Wake up to a beautiful morning amidst the mountains and have your breakfast.

Get ready to begin your hike to the Phugtal Gompa which is also known as Phukthar Monastery or the “Honeycomb” monastery.

Phugtal Monastery is one of the most remote monasteries in Zanskar Valley located inside a cave.

To reach this monastery, we will pass the wooden bridges over the Tsarap River and hike on the rugged landscape.

After approximately 2 hours of hiking, you will reach the monastery.

Spend some time exploring this monastery, soaking in the surrounding views, interacting with the monks, meditating, clicking pictures, etc. (Time Required: 1 hours approx)

Later, we will hike back to Purne (approx 2 hours time) to continue our journey further.

Hit the roads and enjoy your journey to Padum - the capital of Zanskar Valley.

By evening, you will reach Padum, where you will check in to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Padum.

Wake up in the morning amidst the scenic raw landscapes of Padum.

Have your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to explore the major landmarks around.

We will start the day by first visiting the Zangla Fort which is said to be built in the 10th century.

Later, we will visit the Stongdey Monastery and marvel at the stunning views of the Zanskar Valley below.

Further, we will also visit the Karsha Gompa which is the largest and the most important monastery in the Zanskar Valley.

We will then conclude our sightseeing by visiting the stunning Bardan Monastery - a fortress-like monastery on a cliff overlooking the Tsarap River.

We will then return to Padum and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

You can either explore the town or try the local cuisine at the small restaurants here.

Overnight stay in Padum.

After having your breakfast in the morning, get ready to hit the roads.

Today, we will drive towards Kargil while enjoying the surrounding landscapes.

On the way, we will take a quick stop at Drang Drung Glacier Viewpoint to marvel at the beauty of the 2nd largest glacier in the region.

Enter the magnificent Suru Valley as you cross Pensi La - which acts as a gateway to Zanskar.

Continue the journey to Kargil and check in to the hotel upon reaching.

Have a delicious dinner and rest for the day.

Overnight stay in Kargil.

Get out of bed in Kargil’s hotel room and have a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

Get ready to board your transfers as we start our journey toward the charming city of Leh.

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

On the way, our first stop will be the Sangam Point where the Zanskar and Indus rivers confluence.

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.

Later, we will stop at Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, a sacred place that is believed to have imprints of Sikh Guru Nanak Dev ji.

After this, we will reach Leh, check into your hotel room, and spend the rest of the time at leisure.

Later, you can spend the rest of your time exploring the Leh market where you can shop local goods, souvenirs and try local delicacies. (if time permits. Or you can visit on Day 10).

After completing the sightseeing for the day, come back to your hotel room and have a delicious dinner.

Overnight stay in Leh.

Wake up in your hotel room in Leh and have a delicious breakfast.

We will then get you ready for the exciting journey to Nubra valley.

Before heading towards Nubra, we will visit the famous Shanti Stupa for a mesmerizing view of Leh and its surroundings.

After that, we will continue our journey to Khardung-La - one of the world’s highest motorable pass in the world at a height of 5359 meters.

After clicking some pictures at Khardung La, we will head further to Diskit Monastery - famous for its 106-foot giant Maitreya Buddha Statue.

Spend some time at this largest and oldest monastery in Nubra Valley and admire the surrounding views.

Further, we will pass by the Shyok River to reach Nubra Valley, also known as Ldorma or the Valley of Flowers.

Here, we will visit the Hunder Sand Dunes to indulge in some adventure.

You can go for a unique camel safari on the Bactrian camels found here or take an ATV ride to explore this cold desert.

After completing your sightseeing for the day, we will head to our hotel/ camps in Nubra and have a hearty dinner.

Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.

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

Get ready to board your transfers for an adventurous journey to the famous Pangong Tso.

On this journey, we will pass the charming Agam and Shyok villages which are known for their scenic beauty.

Continue the adventurous journey until we are greeted with the majestic views of the famous Pangong Lake - the world's highest saltwater lake.

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.

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 and relive the Bollywood moments.

We will then head to check in at our campsite near the lake and have a delicious dinner here.

Overnight stay 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 back to Leh.

En route, we will take a quick stop at Chang-La, a high-altitude pass in the world at a staggering altitude of 5350 meters.

Further, we will also visit the Thikshey monastery which is the largest monastery in the Ladakh region.

Later, we will visit the Shey Palace which houses a large gold-plated copper statue of Shakyamuni Buddha.

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

You can then head out to explore the local market of Leh where you can shop for souvenirs or visit cafes and restaurants to try the local delicacies of 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 the beautiful morning amidst the scenic views in Leh.

Have your breakfast at the hotel and pack your bags.

Your thrilling Ladakh Trip concludes once you are dropped off at the airport for your onward journey.

Return with adventurous memories that you will cherish for a lifetime.