- Ladakh is most famous for breathtaking landscapes, the crystal clear skies, the highest mountain passes, thrilling adventure activities, Buddhist Monasteries and festivals.
- Visit Leh and the most popular cultural sites of the Indus valley such as Thiksey monastery, Stakna gompa, Hemis monastery, Shey, Stok palaces. Khardung La, Diskit monastery, Hunder sand dunes, Sumur. Gurdwara Pathar Sahib, MagneticHill, Sangam, Basgo, Likir, Mulbek rock carving, Kargil, Zoji La pass and Sonamarg.
- Get close to the heaven as you enter the Meadow of Gold – Sonmarg with it’s snow-capped mountains set against a spectacular blue sky.
- Enjoy Srinagar Local Visit Mughal Gardens and the Beauty of Mughal Architecture
Overview
About the Tour:
Sit back and watch the shepherd boys wave as they cross the banks of the foaming and gurgling Sindh River which curves its way around the mountains to nearby spots like perfect photograph against the flower laden meadows of Sonmarg.
Quick info:
Route: Manali – Satchu – Pangong – Nubra – Kargil – Srinagar
Duration: 10 Days and 9 Nights
Start Point: Manali
End Point: Srinagar
Come To Kashmir recommended:
➔ Enjoy Camel riding at Nubra Valley
➔ Visit the Floating Vegetable Market early in the morning and witness the culture of Mir Bahris
➔ Head out to the most instagramable café of Srinagar Chai Jaai Tea Roo
➔ Taste the local cuisines Rogan Josh, Matschgand, Yakhni, Kashmiri Muji Gaad and Kahwa Tea
How to Reach:
By Air: Manali Airport is the nearest airport in Manali which has flight connectivity to major cities of India.
By Road: Board buses from Chandigarh, Manali, Jammu, Delhi and Himachal to reach Ladakh
Know Before You Travel
- The above mentioned prices are not applicable on special dates (festivals, year end, etc)
- Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The difference in the cost shall be borne by the client in case of any amendment in the package due to an increase in the number of guests, hotel change, etc., before the beginning of the trip.
- The hotels are subject to their availability. In case they are not available, the travelers will be accommodated in a property of similar standard.
- Come To Kashmir reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any kind of disturbance that occurred (i.e weather condition, political condition, or any others) without changing the total number of days and without compromising any service.
- All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees, monument entrances, camera charges, permits, etc. are not a part of the package.
- GST is applicable to the package cost.
- Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package. Any meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are to be considered an exclusion in the deal. Any kind of drink (alcoholic, aerated, or mineral water) is not included in the package cost.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.
- Usage of the swimming pool at any accommodation is strictly according to government guidelines.
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- Carry dry snacks/food, granola bars, etc. from home. Carry a regular and another insulated water bottle with you, so that you can refill.
- Any breakage or damage of any items in the resort will be charged at actuals.
- All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any kind of insurance cover is not a part of the package.
- If in case any traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, all the expenses from that point onwards will be borne by the traveler. Neither the operator nor Come To Kashmir will be held responsible for such decisions or for any refund.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks recommended.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
- Children above 8 years of age will be considered as adults only. There are no charges for children below 8 years of age
- The extra adventure activities and ropeways/cable cars will be at your own cost and are not included in the tour.
- The display prices mentioned are for minimum 2 PAX for the properties selected
Things To Carry
- Warm clothes
- Caps
- Hiking shoes
- Thermal inners
- Walking shoes
Itinerary
Holiday in the hills begins at Manali – the first stop of your Leh Ladakh tour itinerary.
Arrive at Manali from where a representative of our agent will take you to your hotel. Spend a leisurely day exploring this charming little hill town. Some places that you’d like to cover while sightseeing in Manali are Hadimba temple, Van vihar, Old Manali and the Manali market.
Late in the evening, have dinner at your hotel and get a good night’s sleep for next day’s adventures.
The road trip from Manali to Leh starts. Drive up to Sarchu via the hilly terrains of Rohtang Pass
Early morning after having your breakfast on the second day of your comfortable Leh Ladakh holiday and leave for Sarchu. It is a major halt point with tented accommodation in the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway, on the boundary between Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh.
The highway crosses some of the highest mountain passes in the world and promises to be one of the most memorable and scenic experiences of all time. Some important points that you’ll cross on your journey are Rohtang pass, Keylong, Jispa, and Baralacha. After a hectic day, check into your hotel at Sarchu and retire for the night.
Distance from Manali to Sarchu: 230 km
Travel Time (Manali to Sarchu via Baralacha): Approx. 8-10 hrs
Set foot in the much awaited Leh on the third day of your Leh Ladakh tour.
This is going to be the most important day on your Ladakh holiday. Proceed to Leh via Tanglang La and Lachulung La in the morning after having a hearty breakfast at your hotel. The route is very scenic and you’ll start feeling the atmospheric changes as you go higher.
On reaching Leh in the evening, take some time to relax and get used to the high altitudes. If you feel good enough you could also pay a visit to the Leh Market, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa & Leh Gompa.
Distance from Sarchu to Leh: 244 km
Travel Time (Sarchu to Leh via Lachulung La): Approx. 6-7 hrs
Tip: Leh is at located at a high altitude and it takes time for the body to adjust to sudden environment changes. Travelers are advised to drink plenty of water and take enough rest on reaching Leh to avoid acute mountain sickness.
Your Leh Ladakh tour package will take you to witness the ever changing hues of the Pangong Tso Lake from dusk to dawn.
Head to Pangong Lake through world’s third highest motorable road – Chang La, situated at a height of 17,350 feet. The deep blue hue of Pangong is mind-bogglingly beautiful.
You can also pay visits at Hemis monastery, Thiksey monastery and visit the school where the Bollywood hit, ‘3 Idiots’ was shot. At night, you’ll be camping under the starlit sky at Pangong and have a scrumptious dinner by the bonfire.
Distance from Leh to Pangong Tso: 160 km
Travel Time (Leh to Pangong via Chang La): Approx. 6 hours
The enchanting sunrise will leave you mesmerised.
On the fifth day of your customizable Leh Ladakh tour package wake up to one of the most beautiful sunrises that you’ve seen in your life. As the sunshine shimmers on the placid waters of Pangong Tso, your heart is sure to skip a beat. This is the highlight of your Ladakh holiday.
Later in the day you will travel back to Leh. On the way back you can make a quick halt at Chang La for a piping hot cup of tea and delicious Maggi.
Tip: Carry your camera along because the sights you’ll witness are worth capturing.
Enchanting Nubra Valley awaits! Get ready for an adventurous joyride.
Today you’ll be heading to the most beautiful and famous place in the region in your Ladakh tour package. After having your breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via the highest motorable road in the world Khardung La. On reaching the enchanting valley, get ready for some of the most fun activities of your Ladakh holiday.
Start by exploring Deskit, Hunder Villages and enjoy a double-humped Camel Safari in Sand Dunes as you watch the sunset. You’ll spend the night at a hotel in Nubra Valley where you’ll also be served with a healthy and homely dinner, marking an end to the sixth day of your 10 day Leh Ladakh tour itinerary.
Distance from Leh to Nubra Valley: 135 km
Travel time (Leh to Nubra): 5 hrs
Tip: Don’t forget to eat Maggi at the highest Maggi point of the world in Khardung La.
Today, your Ladakh itinerary demands you to relax and explore the beautiful corners on your journey back to Leh.
Wake up to a lovely morning and have a delightful breakfast, after which you’ll pay a visit to the Buddhist monasteries in Nubra Valley. Later you can explore the villages to learn the lifestyle and culture of people living in the northernmost region of India.
By afternoon return to Leh. Check in at the hotel and de-stress yourself. Spend your evening exploring the local surroundings. Return to your and stay for the night, marking an end to the seventh day of your tour package to Leh Ladakh.
Travel to the land of martyrs, Kargil on the 8th day of your Leh Ladakh tour itinerary.
Leave for Kargil today after having your breakfast at your hotel. On the way cross charming stopovers such as Lamayuru and Alchi. The ancient monasteries of Mulbekh and Lamayuru will fill your hearts with spirituality. Other attractions in your itinerary of Leh-Ladakh that you’ll find on this trip are Fotu La, Indus Confluence, Magnetic Hill & Gurdwara Pathar Sahib. Spend the night at your hotel in Kargil after having your dinner.
Distance from Leh to Kargil: 244 km
Travel Time (Leh to Kargil): Approx. 6-7 hours
On the 9th day of your all inclusive Leh Ladakh tour package, embrace the chill of Drass and explore the Indian Eldorado before reaching glorious Srinagar.
Before you leave for Srinagar in the morning from Kargil make sure to pay homage to the Indian martyrs at the Kargil War Memorial. Enroute visit Drass — the second coldest inhabited place in the world and ‘the meadow of gold’ Sonmarg.
This is apparently going to be the most scenic route on your holiday in Ladakh. Reach Srinagar late in the evening and check into your hotel or houseboat and lay your head for the night after having a scrumptious dinner.
Distance from Kargil to Srinagar: 204 km
Travel Time (Kargil to Srinagar via Sonmarg & Drass): Approx. 8-10 hours
The last day of your Leh Ladakh trip.
On the tenth day of your Leh Ladakh tour package, your exciting journey ends. In the morning, as you wake up, you’ll be served with a delectable breakfast. After which you can head out to explore the capital of Kashmir better known as ‘paradise on earth’.
Begin your Srinagar sightseeing with the lovely Mughal Gardens and later head for Shankaracharya Temple. As your holiday in Ladakh comes to an end, bid adieu to the surreal mountains and leave for home with memories of this enchanting valley.
You’ll be driven down to the Srinagar airport to board a flight back home for the onward journey.
Includes/Excludes
Trip Includes
- ➔ Airport pick up and drop as per your flight timings.
- ➔ Accommodation (Depending on the variant selected).
- ➔ Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Ac Sedan/SUV car) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
- ➔ Breakfast and Dinner as per the itinerary.
- ➔ Highly experienced driver cum guide.
- ➔ Complementary Shikara Ride For One Hour.
- ➔ Toll Taxes.
Trip Excludes
- ➔ Airfare.
- ➔ Tickets.
- ➔ Your Travel And Medical Insurance.
- ➔ Personnel Expenses.
- ➔ Services Not Mentioned Or Promised By Us.
It is mandatory to wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing when moving around in public places. We recommend that you ensure appropriate hand hygiene and wash your hands regularly. Keep a bottle of hand sanitisers with you at all times. It is mandatory to download the Aarogya Setu app on your mobile phone.
Besides this, you will be required to install specific quarantine apps in some states. These help the government agencies to ensure the authenticity of COVID-19 statistics. A negative PCR report taken 72 hours before boarding the flight from the country of origin, or a complete Covid19 vaccination certificate/report is required.
Yes, travelling to Kashmir is absolutely safe. However, don’t be shocked by the abundance of military checkpoints, tanks on the side of the road, military trucks and heavy-armed soldiers roaming down the streets.
Travelling to some parts of Ladakh that lie close to the borders of China and Tibet do require a permit.
The distance between Kashmir and Delhi is approximately 842 kilometres. You can take a flight from New Delhi to Srinagar that will take around 1 hour and 25 minutes. While travelling via train will take you 7 hours and 25 minutes.
Ideally, at least a week would be needed to explore Kashmir and its hidden gems.
Come To Kashmir has packages starting from a budget of INR 12,999 to an extravagant INR 42,999. Check the Come To Kashmir website to browse through our list of packages.
The internet ban has been lifted in Kashmir, but with certain terms and conditions. Internet services have resumed on postpaid mobiles across 12 districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The ban on social media sites however remains intact.
The best time to visit Kashmir is in the summer season, between the months of April and June.
There are a plethora of must-visit places in Kashmir, some of them are below:
Srinagar – Slice of heaven on Earth.
Sonamarg – Gold Land
Gulmarg – Ski Your Way
Kupwara — Kashmir’s Pleasure
Kathua — A Little-Known Treasure
Kargil is a war-torn region that has seen many battles.
Do not miss out on these places when you are on your Kashmir tour.
The weather of Kashmir in winter blankets the region with a thick sheet of snow. This is between the months of December to February.
The Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport in Srinagar is approximately 6 hours and 33 minutes away from Jammu.
Yes, there are quite a few hotels in Kashmir. However, Come To Kashmir will take care of all your accommodation booking hassles.
Some Best popular recommended house-boats in Kashmir are Claremont Houseboats, Montreal Group of Houseboats, Queens Lap House Boat, New Alexandra Houseboats.