Day 1
Manali
- Checkin in Manali Hotel (Check-in after 12 AM)
- Team meeting and documentation in the evening
- Dinner and night stay in Manali.
zanskar valley tour
Embark on a breathtaking Zanskar Valley tour from Manali via Leh, crossing high mountain passes like Shinkun La and Pensi La. Explore hidden Himalayan villages, ancient monasteries, and the raw beauty of Ladakh’s most remote valley. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
- Type : Road trip
- Duration : 10 Night 11 Days
- Transport : SUV
- Accomodation : Hotel&Camping
- Best Time : May - September
- Tour starting point : Manali
- COSTING ( group size 6)
- For 11 Days : ₹45,000 per person
- For 12 Days : ₹50,000 per person
- Accommodation : Comfortable hotel, Camps & Cottages on twin/triple sharing basis.
- Meals : Daily Buffet meals on MAP : Breakfast and Dinner in all Properties
- Transportation : Comfortable Tempo traveler and SUVs for the entire trip with experienced driver.
- Permits : All necessary inner line permits and environment fees.
- Sightseeing : All major sightseeing spots en route including monasteries, valleys, mountain passes, and lakes.
- Oxygen cylinder & First-aid kit : Available in vehicle for emergencies.
- Wireless Connectivity : Team is equiped with Walkie Talkies
- Experienced Tour Guide : English/Hindi speaking guide for assistance.
- AC/Heater
- Manali sightseeing
- Lunch during trip
- Any expense of personal nature
- Any flight / bus / train tickets etc
- Any insurances.
- Entrance fees to any site where ever applicable.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
- Tour captain will be available only on fixed departures
- Zanskar, Leh experiences varying weather conditions throughout the year. Check the weather forecast and pack accordingly.
- In summer, pack lightweight clothing, but also bring some warm layers for cooler evenings.
- In winter, pack warm clothing, including insulated jackets, gloves, and hats.
- Respect local customs and traditions. Dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
- Follow any local guidelines or restrictions related to safety and security.
- Some areas, such as military zones, may have restrictions on photography. Respect these rules.
- Bring sufficient cash with you, as ATMs may not be readily available in remote areas.
- Preserve the natural beauty of Kashmir & Leh Ladakh by avoiding littering and respecting the environment.
- Children ages 0-5 can not participate in this tour.
- This tour is not suitable for pregnant women, people with physical illnesses and disabilities, wheelchair users or those with limited mobility
- In some areas you may experience physical discomfort due to low oxygen levels. It is recommended that you take your altitude sickness medicine in advance.
- Additional costs may arise if schedules are increased or changed due to natural phenomena, road conditions or any other natural calamities.
- Cancellation and Refund policy will be applicable.
Day 2
Manali To Jispa
- Breakfast
- Checkout from Manali hotel
- Places covered:
- Solang
- Atal tunnel
- Sissu
- Keylong
- Check-in in Jispa Hotel
- Dinner
Day 3
Jispa To Padum
- Checkout after breakfast
- Road journey to Purne.
- Places covered:
- Check-in in Purne property.
- Dinner and night stay in cottages.
Day 4
Padum To Kargil
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Road journey to Kargil.
- Places covered:
- Pensi la (14,000 ft)
- Drang Drung Glacier
- Rangdum Monastery
- Suru valley
- Checkin at Kargil hotel.
- Dinner.
Day 5
Kargil To Leh
- Checkout after breakfast.
- 126kms road journey.
- Places covered:
- Lamayuru
- Sangam : Zanskar and Indus confluence
- Magnetic hill
- Pathar sahib gurudwara
- Hall of fame
- Checkin in Leh hotel.
- Dinner.
Day 6
Leh To Nubra
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Road journey from Leh to Nubra.
- Places covered:
- Shanti stupa
- Khardung la
- Diskit monastery
- Sand dunes
- Checkin in Nubra camping site ( swiss tents).
- Dinner
Day 7
Nubra To Pangong
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Sightseeing :
- Shyok valley
- Pangong lake
- Checkin in Pangong Property (Cottages)
- Dinner.
Day 8
Pangong To Leh
- Checkout after breakfast
- Sightseeing :
- Mighty Chang la
- Rancho school
- Thiksey monastery
- Checkin in Leh hotel.
- Dinner.
Day 9
Leh To Jispa
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Sightseeing :
- Tanglang la
- Lachung la
- Nakeela
- Baralacha
- Suraj taal
- Deepak taal
- Checkin in Jispa hotel.
- Dinner.
Day 1q
Jispa To Manali
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Drive to Manali
- Dropping in Manali volvo stand.
- Hotel check-in in manali.
- Manali sightseeing (self)
- Payment collection and dinner.
- Breakfast
- Checkout from manali hotel
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Solang
- Atal tunnel
- Sissu
- Keylong
- Check-in in Jispa Hotel
- Dinner
- Checkout after breakfast
- 5-6 hours road journey to padum village.
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Check-in in padum guest house.
- Dinner.
- Breakfast
- Checkout around 7am
- Drive to kargil
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Sani lake
- Drang Drung glacier
- Pensi la (14,000 ft)
- Nun kun peaks
- Parkachik glacier
- Rangdum monastery
- Suru valley
- Checkin in Kargil hotel
- Dinner.
- Checkout after breakfast.
- 7 hours road journey.
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Fotu la (13,478 ft)
- Namika la (12,139 ft)
- The lamayuru
- Sangam (confluence of river)
- Pathar sahib gurudwara
- Magnetic hill
- Hall of fame
- Shanti stupa
- Hotel checkin in leh
- Dinner.
- Checkout from leh hotel after breakfast
- Drive from Leh to Nubra camping site
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Khardung la
- Diskit monastery
- Hunder village
- Sand dunes
- Checkin in Nubra camping site.
- Dinner
- Breakfast in nubra camp site
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Shyok war memorial
- Turtuk village
- Thang village
- Tyakshi village
- Dinner in nubra camp site
- Checkout after breakfast
- Drive to Pangong via shyok route
- Leisure time at Pangong Lake
- Checkin in Pangong cottages.
- Dinner.
- Checkout after breakfast.
- Drive to leh
- Enroute sightseeing:
- ChangLa
- Rancho school
- Thiksey monastery
- Checkin in Leh hotel
- Dinner.
- Checkout after breakfast
- Drive from leh to keylong.
- Enroute sightseeing:
- Tanglang La
- Nakeela
- Gata loops
- Moore plains.
- Baralacha La
- Checkin in keylong hotel.
- Meeting and Dinner.
- Breakfast
- Checkout from jispa
- Road journey to manali via atal tunnel
- Dropping at volvo bus stand.
Why Choose Leh–Ladakh Tour via Zanskar
Because the road less taken tells the better story.
Unlike the usual Manali–Leh or Srinagar–Leh highways, the Zanskar–Kargil route is a raw, rugged, and breathtakingly untouched adventure. Here’s why it’s worth it:
Zanskar is not just a route — it’s a rite of passage for true explorers.
Untamed Landscape: Zanskar gives you surreal moon-like valleys, pristine rivers, and dramatic canyons — sights you won’t find on the standard Ladakh routes.
- Less Crowd, More Peace: This route is still offbeat — perfect for those who seek serenity, authenticity, and deep connection with nature.
- Blend of Cultures: From the remote Buddhist monasteries of Zanskar to the historical significance of Kargil, this journey brings together spiritual depth and war-time pride.
- Pure Overland Adventure: Drive through high-altitude passes like Pensi La and Sirsir La, cross hanging bridges, and ride along rivers that roar beside you. It’s a true overlander’s dream.
- Photographer’s Paradise: Be it the majestic Drang Drung Glacier, dramatic gorges of Suru Valley, or the mystical monasteries of Zanskar — every turn is frame-worthy.
- Rare Route – Richer Memories: You won’t just visit Leh — you’ll earn it through one of the most challenging and rewarding Himalayan journeys.
Zanskar is not just a route — it’s a rite of passage for true explorers.
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