9 Days Leh Ladakh to Srinagar Road Trip With Kargil

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

After having breakfast, get ready for local sightseeing.

Our first stop will be the Hall of Fame, which honors the Indian soldiers who died in the wars and battles fought in Ladakh.

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

Next, we will stop at Thiksey Monastery which has a 49-foot-tall statue of Maitreya Buddha in the lotus position.

You can spend your evening exploring the vibrant local Leh market and indulging in some delicious food and drinks at the cozy cafes around.

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

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

Our first stop will be the iconic Shanti Stupa for a mesmerizing view of Leh and its surroundings.

After that, we will conquer Khardung-La - one of the highest motorable roads in the world at a height of 5359 meters.

Next, we will stop at the Diskit Monastery, the biggest monastery of Nubra Valley which is famous as the home of 106 feet of Maitreya Buddha statue.

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

If time permits, you can also take part in some adventure like a double-humped Bactrian camel safari or an ATV ride on the deserted land of Hunder Sand dunes.

We will then check into the hotel rooms and have a hearty dinner.

Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.

Wake up to a beautiful sunrise & get ready for the day.

Today we will visit the charming village of Turtuk - Turtuk is a remote village that boasts of a unique identity inhabited by ethnic Muslims who have their own distinct traditions and culture.

You can then explore this beautiful village surrounded by snow-clad mountains on your own.

Here you can try out fruits like apricots and walnuts, for which this place is well known.

Next, you can take selfies and click pictures on the wooden bridge along the banks of the Shyok River.

As the day comes to an end, return to Nubra Valley, where you can indulge in a delicious dinner.

Overnight stay in hotel rooms/ tents in Nubra Valley.

Wake up in the Nubra Valley and get ready for an adventurous journey to the famous Pangong Tso.

While riding we will cross 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, also known as the "High Grassland 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.

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 stop at Chang-La, one of the highest motorable roads in the world at a staggering altitude of 5360 meters.

Further, we will pass the popular towns of Karu, Thikshey and Shey until we reach Leh.

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

You can then spend the rest of the evening exploring the Leh local market on your own.

Here, you can indulge in shopping, go cafe hopping, and try local delicacies.

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

Enjoy a delicious dinner, and then get some rest in your comfortable bed.

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

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.

Further, we will stop at the Sangam Point where the Zanskar and Indus rivers confluence.

As we continue, we will seek blessings at Basgo Gompa, which is unique for having three Maitreya temples dedicated to future Buddhas worshipped today.

Next, we will stop at one of the oldest monasteries Likir Gompa or Likir Monastery at 3700 meters elevation, where you can also see the Indus River.

Another stop on this day is the iconic Alchi Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh which is famous for having 4 armed, 2 story Buddha statue.

Moving on to the next stop, we will stop at Lamayuru, known as the "Moonland" of Ladakh because of its unique "lunar" landscape.

Following this, we will next stop at the Kargil and check in to the hotel.

Have a delicious dinner and call it a night for the day.

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 cover the journey towards Srinagar, get ready to be awed by the stunning natural beauty of the region.

Before heading to Srinagar, we will visit the Kargil War Memorial - which is dedicated to the soldiers who lost their lives in the 1999 Kargil War.

Next, we will 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.

Moving forward, we will cross the Baltal Valley which also serves as the base camp for Amarnath Yatra.

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/ houseboat.

Enjoy the delicious dinner and call it a day.

Overnight stay at Srinagar.

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

Have your breakfast at the hotel and pack your bags.

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

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