Manali – Ladakh Tour

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Manali – Ladakh Tour Schedule Details

Day 1 : Arrive – Manali – Local Sightseeing in Manali

Arrive at Manali bus stand Pick up and transfer to Hotel. After fresh up proceed for local sightseeing of Manali “HADIMBA TEMPLE” Built in 1553 with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof, it is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway. “CLUB HOUSE” The Club House with its comprehensive facilities that include a roller skating rink, an auditorium, billiards rooms, a library, a bar and restaurant makes wonderful outing for the day.” Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar, and “VASHIST” Well known for its hot springs. There are old temples dedicated to the sage Vashisth and to Lord Rama.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 2 : Manali – Jispa

After a delicious breakfast at hotel drive to Jispa via Rohtang Pass (3980 m) and a few villages in Lahaul valley like Sissu, Gondla and confluence of Chandra & Bhaga rivers at Tandi. This route would provide you views of mountains, several streams/ waterfalls and hanging glaciers. After a short stop at Keylong is accessed from Manali It is located at an altitude of 3,080 m (10,100 ft) and cut off from the outside world from October-end to mid-May due to heavy snowfall at Rohtang Pass continue drive to Jispa Jispa is a village in Lahaul, in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Jispa is located 20 km north of Keylong and 7 km south of Darcha, along the Manali-Leh Highway and the Bhaga River.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 3 : Jispa – Leh

After a delicious breakfast at hotel when you leave from Jispa drive to Sarchu (4253m) drive through Dacha, Patsao, Zingzing Bar and over Barlacha-La (4892m) pass, which is one of the most dangerous pass among other passes on the way to Leh. And one can see excellent panoramic views of the high rising sky touching mountains is likely C.B., K.R. (range) and Mulkilla mushrooming mountains massif. And also just on the top of Baralacha- La is having a lake Suraj Tal a source of two major rivers Chandra & Bhaga surrounded by C.B. mountain ranges and gradual descent down through Kalung sarai to Sarchu. Continue drive to Pang drive through two high passes are known as Lachalang-La and second one just above the Brandy Bridge and cross Moorie plains and arrive at Tanglangla Pass (5400 M) and enter in Leh Valley. Your further drive will take you to Upshi by crossing river Indus and follow the highway up to Leh. Continue drive to Leh. Arrive Leh and check – in at hotel.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 4 : Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardungl

After delicious breakfast at the hotel drive to Nubra Valley (125 kms) via Khardungla Pass which is situated at a height of 18360 ft and is considered as the highest motorable pass of the world.
Once you arrive at Khalsar drive on the left towards Diskit Visit Statue of Mytriya Buddha in Diskit.
Close to the Monastery lies an impressive statue of Jampa Buddha. This Statue has become one of the prime attractions for tourists and is deeply appreciated for its architecture. Facing the Shyok River, the statue sits tall with a height of 32 meters. Check in at your camp/Hotel in Hunder. Drive to Hunder Sand Dunes to enjoy Camel Safari (OPTIONAL) on the shabby double -humped Bactrian camels. Hunder is a small village where the Shyok River meets Nubra River. Hunder lies on the ancient silk rout. Hunder is most popular for the camel rides.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel/Camp in Nubra.
Day 5 : Leh – Nubra Valley via Khardungla Top

After delicious breakfast at your camp drive to Pangong Lake via Shyok. This direct route from Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso has now become more popular in past few years. Drive from Nubra to Pangong via Agham – Shyok drive through Durbuk and Tangtse village situated in the Changthang region of Ladakh. Pangong Lake is salt water, 120 km in length and 6 – 7 Km broad at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India & China. Visit the exact location of the famous movie “Three idiots” & enjoy outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the Camp in Pangong.
Day 6 : Pangong Lake – Leh via

During early morning, you can enjoy a photo – session around the lake. Post breakfast drive back to Leh through Changla Pass.
Enroute visit Shey Palace – Thiksey – Stok Palace Museum.

Shey Palace the former summer palace of the King of Ladakh and erstwhile royal residence of the Ladakh monarchs, is the main attraction.

Thiksey: Spectacularly sighted, Thiksey is one of the largest and architecturally most impressive gompa. There are several temples in this gompa, containing images stupas and wall painting of Buddha’s which are exquisite.

Stok Palace Museum: Where the present day royal family resides. Stok Palace and museum was built in the year 1825, by King Tespal Tondup Namgyal. At present the place has a collection of royal dresses and crown etc. which is open for travelers. Drive back to Leh.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 7 : Leh – Sham Valley – Leh (Excursion) Rafting

After delicious breakfast at the hotel get ready for an amazing excursion to the picturesque Sham Valley. The excitement of the day will begin with a visit to Hall of fame (A Museum built by Indian Army) visit Gurdwara Pathar Sahib which was built in 1517 in the memory of Guru Nanak. The next is visit to the famous Magnetic Hill, Placed on Leh-Kargil-Srinagar Highway at an altitude of 11000 feet above sea level, it is also known as Gravity hill. You will be visiting Sangam Point or the confluence point of Zanskar and Indus rivers. Then visit to Shanti Stupa, situated on a hilltop in Chanspa built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura. Shanti Stupa in Ladakh was built to promote world peace and a symbol of the ties between Japan and Ladakh.
In the evening, take a walk to the local bazaar in Leh and enjoy Shanti Stupa.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 8 : Pangong Lake – Leh via Changla Pass

During early morning, you can enjoy a photo – session around the lake. Post breakfast drive back to Leh through Changla Pass.
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 9 : Departure from Leh; End of Tour

Waking up early in the morning, enjoy delicious breakfast and get to say bye to the enchanting environs of Ladakh. Pack your bags and weave all the pleasant memories of your amazing Ladakh tour, as you will be dropped at the Leh Airport for your onward journey.