Manali-Leh Road Trip

Trip to Himalaya Tours offers adventure road trips (Jeep Safari) to Ladakh for adventure lovers… we offer complete package for ladakh tour From Manali & Srinagar by road and we also offer Hotel bookings & Transport for Leh & Ladakh. Ladakh is situated high in the Himalayan and Karakoram ranges. Ladakh today has become a dream destination for every adventure lover. You will experience the high adventure with the changing landscape. You will experience riding with deep verdant valley & snow caped mountain ranges, rugged barren terrain & High Mountain passes.

Tour Highlights:

Destinations :

Manali , Keylong , Sarchu, Pang, Pangong Lake, K-Top (Khardung-la Pass), Nubra Valley, Kargil, Drass, Sonmarg.

Culture:

Monasteries and Ladakhi villages

Adventure :

High Mountain Passes : Roahtang Pass (3978 M) , Baralacha La Pass (4830 M), Lachulung La Pass (5060 M) , Tanglang La (5360 M) , Chang La Pass (5262 M) , Khardung La Pass (above 18000 Ft )

Transport mode:—

SUV & Mini van

Accommodation :–

Deluxe & Luxury Hotels /Guest house/ Luxury Tents

Safety – Medical Kit (First Aid Kit) & Oxygen Cylinder For Common altitude problem

Visit Top Most tourist places and attractions in Himachal with Trip To Himalaya Tours.

Itinerary(Srinagar-Leh-Manali)
09 Nights/10 Days Tour

Highlight: Srinagar-Kargil-leh-Pangong lake-Khardungala top-Sarchu-Keylong-Manali

Day-1: New Delhi- Srinagar - (By Air) :

Arrival at Srinagar Airport & proceed to Srinagar City at Dal Lake famous for its extreme beauty surrounded by snow capped mountains, floating gardens -you will check in at house boat which floats over the slightly rippling water.After lunch will move ahead to visit Srinagar city also known as heaven on earth, the places where we will visit is Nishant Garden built with running water ,pavilion and fountains canals. It is a Paradise Garden walled up for the Mughal emperors. You could have seen this garden in most of the Bollywood movies with attractive flowers, trees and fountains.Shalimar Garden also known as “The house of love” built by Mughal Emperor Jehangir for his beloved wife Nur Jahan, around 400 years back.Mughal Garden-built by the Mughals during their reigns , awesome place for selfie lovers, covered with Exotic flora, fragrant shrubs and fruit trees.And local market for shopping, above all this last but not the least do not miss to enjoy Shikara ride, it is a peddling small boat at Dal lake. In Dinner enjoy kashmiri food. Overnight stay in houseboat.

Day-2: Srinagar- Kargil (220km):

Today after breakfast start the day with rented bikes to reach Kargil ,known for its beautiful rock surrounding mountains and for patriotism,covering Sonmarg- it is a first stop and about 90 km from Srinagar,then proceed to Drass- It has become famous as the second coldest place in the world, and our stoppage for lunch, there after our next destination is kargil war memorial which is built by Indian army in memory of brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in Kargil war in 1999.Then proceed to kargil till evening. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel at Kargil.

Day- 3- Kargil –Leh (212km):

Next Morning after breakfast start driving to reach Leh it is one of the coldest deserts in the world while crossing Fatu-la top at an altitude of about 4108 mtrs above sea level, travel across by the NH 1D Srinagar-Leh highway, a road with a fresh thick layer of tarmac.Moving forward to Magnetic hill also known as a gravity hill, has magnetic properties strong enough to pull cars uphill and force passing aircraft to increase their altitude in order to escape magnetic interference,Patthar Sahib Gurudwara constructed in the memory of Guru Nanak, about 25 miles away from Leh and Confidential Lamayuru Monastery,there is a myth associated with this ancient monastery it is believed the Lamayuru was once a lake and the blessings of a lama made it reach atop the hill. Reach leh around evening . Check in at hotel, enjoy evening walk or ride around the city. Enjoy Ladakhi food at night.

Day- 4- Leh - Local:

After breakfast in morning,start your bikes to visit Shanti Stupa- A white dome Stupa, it’s ladhakni style architure gives a magnificent view at sunrise and sunset, it looks more beautiful at night illuminated in the white light.Leh palace- is a former royal palace overlooking the Ladakhi Himalayan town of Leh.Hall of Fame-Built in the memory of Indian soldiers who had lost their lives during the Indo-Pak wars.Hemis Gompa- is the largest monastery in Ladakh, built in 1630, belongs to the red sect Brokpa of Buddhist order and local leh bazaar.Enjoy evening with wine & dine .Overnight stay in hotel.

Day- 5- Leh –Pangong Lake-(165km one side):

Start early morning ride for Pangong lake- situated at altitude of (14,370 ft) .It is the most wanted place , many movies scene has been shot here like the scene from the movie 3 Idiots when Kareena Kapoor comes riding on a scooter to meet Aamir Khan and in another movie “Jab Tak Hai Jaan”. While covering Chang-la pass which is the third highest motorable mountain pass in the world at an altitude of about 5,360 meters above sea level and is named after the Sadhu Changla Baba. Explore the lake , natural beauty of ladakh region and ride back to leh .Overnight stay in hotel.

Day- 6- Leh-Khardung-la Top (K-Top) –(42km one side) :

After Breakfast , start the ride for khardung-la pass it is the highest motorable pass on the world(18,380 ft), earlier it was considered one of the most important passes for trade in the Central Asia. Khardung La was the last major blockage to caravans on way to the Indus valley. Even today it is very valuable for the Indian Army. Enjoy some time at Top and back to leh. After reaching Leh enjoy some time for shopping and know about the ladakhi culture.

Day- 7- leh- Sarchu- (252km):

Start your day with early breakfast to ride for the beautiful journey to leh-manali route to reach Sarchu also known as Sir Bhum Chun, an important trading point in the ancient Silk Route, is still a hot favorite with traders, roaming tribes and adventure seekers,while crossing high mountain passes like Chulung La which is situated at a height of about 5059 mtrs. rocky height with views of the undulating hills and Ladakh plateau below and Nakee La at a height of about 3719 mtrs. While visiting pang and Gata loops situated at a height of 17,000 ft. famous for the ghost legend of a boy who died due to cold and hunger, the tourist who passes the way shower gifts such as cigarettes and mineral water at this site. After this adventureful journey of Ladakh you will reach Sarchu camp till evening. Enjoy evening dinner in camp under the beauty of nature with no lights, no cell phone connectivity and experience the sleep at the altitude of 4300mtrs.

Day- 8- Sarchu- keylong –(110km ) :

Today after breakfast start your ride for another adventurous day through high mountain pass Baralacha – La- Pass - at the lofty height of 4,892mtrs. situated at a tri-junction of three roads, one from Manali, one from Leh and one from Spiti. The view from Baralacha-La which is spectacular with the Himalayas extending along the horizon, as far as the eye can see. Covering Suraj taal at a height of 4890 meters above the sea level, the lake is the 3rd highest in India, and 21st highest in the world and will pass through a small picturesque lake that is Deepak Taal. Enjoy your lunch at Darcha village which is mostly popular among trekkers thereafter reach Keylong till evening which lies along one of the highest highways in the world that connects Manali to Leh. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day- 9- Keylong –Manali-(110km):

After breakfast start your ride to reach Manali while crossing Rohtang Pass famous for connecting Manali to Leh Ladakh through the mighty Himalayan mountains. This pass is at a height of 4000 mtrs.Reach Manali around evening .It is a beautiful place on the lap of Himalayas you can feel a pinch of the cool wind and enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of nature. After reaching Manali,check in at hotel, visit the mall road that has several shops for shopping and Hidimba Temple - dedicated to Hidimba Devi-wife of Bhima(one of the five Pandavas). Overnight stay in hotel.

Day- 10- Day-10- Manali:

Explore Manali for the day after breakfast by doing some shopping ,visiting Vasistha temple,have your lunch. In evening will proceed to Delhi which is about 580 km .This would be a overnight journey.

*The above itinerary can be modified as per our client requirement.

Cost Includes

  • Non Air-Conditioned Hotel Accommodation On Twin / Triple Share Basis.
  • All Travel / Transport as per request.
  • All Sightseeing as Per The Itinerary.
  • All Toll Taxes, State Taxes, Parking charges.
  • Daily Breakfast at The Hotel.

Note:

  • In All Hotels Base Category Rooms are allocated for the Stay, In Case Of Up Gradation It will be charged.
  • Check In & Check Out 10AM at Hotels.
  • Air Conditioned will not run in Hill Area.

Cost Excludes

  • Entry fees at the monuments/ temples.
  • Soft drinks and hard drinks.
  • Laundry, telephone calls, drinks, tipp and guide charge etc.
  • Insurance-Any type.
  • Anything which is not mentioned in above itinerary is not part of the package.

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Places to Visit in Himachal

If starting from Dharamshala, learn more about the exotic Tibet and its culture during your visit to McLeod Ganj Monasteries. Their tranquil ambience and colourful interiors represent the culture and lifestyle of Buddhist monks. Other must-visit sites in Himachal Pradesh are Tattapani, Solang Valley, Rahala waterfalls, Vashisht hot water springs and the picturesque Rohtang pass and the serene temples of Hidamba and Manu. While you’re there, do stop by the Forest Sanctuary, where you can spot the shy musk deer. At Kandaghat, do visit the beautiful Chail Palace, and then trek up to the Kufri hill.
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