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Overview
Embark on an epic Himalayan journey covering Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh in one unforgettable road trip. This 11 Nights / 12 Days adventure by Ram Holidays takes you through lush valleys, high-altitude passes, cold deserts, alpine lakes, Buddhist monasteries, and vibrant hill towns.
Offering a perfect blend of scenic beauty, culture, spirituality, and adventure, this grand road trip covers Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, and Manali.
Tour Highlights
- Accommodation in Hotels, Camps & Guesthouses
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner Included
- Regions Covered: Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal
- Dedicated Tempo Traveller / Tourist Vehicle
- Starts from Jammu/Srinagar, Ends in Delhi
Detailed Itinerary
Distance: ~270 km | Time: ~8 hours
Arrive at Jammu Airport / Railway Station and proceed towards Srinagar, driving through scenic valleys and mountain roads.
Check in to hotel / houseboat. Evening at leisure.
Optional: Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Overnight Stay: Srinagar
Distance: ~50 km (one way)
After breakfast, proceed for a day excursion to Gulmarg – the Meadow of Flowers.
Highlights:
- Walk through lush meadows
- Optional: Gondola cable car ride (Phase I / II)
- Snow activities in winter
Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.
Distance: ~200 km | Time: ~8 hours
Depart early for Kargil, passing through:
- Sonmarg – Meadow of Gold
- Zoji La Pass – Gateway to Ladakh
On arrival in Kargil, visit the Kargil War Memorial.
Overnight Stay: Kargil
Distance: ~220 km | Time: ~6 hours
Drive towards Leh, enjoying dramatic Ladakhi landscapes.
En-route Sightseeing:
- Lamayuru Monastery (Moonland landscapes)
- Magnetic Hill
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
Check in and rest in Leh to acclimatize.
Overnight Stay: Leh
Distance: ~160 km | Time: ~5 hours
Travel to Nubra Valley via Khardung La, one of the world’s highest motorable roads.
Highlights:
- Hunder Sand Dunes
- Double-humped Bactrian camel ride (optional)
Overnight Stay: Nubra Valley
Explore Turtuk Village, the last Indian village near the Pakistan border.
- Unique Balti culture
- Scenic riverside views
Visit Diskit Monastery in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Nubra Valley
Distance: ~230 km | Time: ~6 hours
Drive to the iconic Pangong Lake via Shyok Route, famous for its changing shades of blue.
- Leisure time & photography
- Sunset views at the lake
Overnight Stay: Camps near Pangong Lake
Distance: ~160 km | Time: ~5–6 hours
Return to Leh with sightseeing en route:
- Hemis Monastery
- Shey Palace & Monastery
Evening at leisure in Leh market.
Overnight Stay: Leh
Explore major attractions of Leh town:
- Shanti Stupa
- Leh Palace
- Local markets for souvenirs & handicrafts
Overnight Stay: Leh
Begin the most scenic drive of the journey via high mountain passes (season-dependent).
- Dramatic landscapes
- Rivers, plateaus & valleys
Arrive in Manali by evening.
Overnight Stay: Manali
Explore Manali town:
- Hadimba Devi Temple
- Vashisht Hot Water Springs
- Mall Road shopping & cafés
In the evening, board overnight Volvo bus to Delhi.
Arrive in Delhi with unforgettable memories of the Himalayas, marking the end of this grand journey.
Inclusions
- 11 nights accommodation as per itinerary
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- All sightseeing & transfers by dedicated vehicle
- Manali → Delhi Volvo bus ticket
- Driver allowance, tolls & parking
Exclusions
- Airfare / train tickets
- Gondola, camel rides & personal activities
- Entry tickets & personal expenses
- GST
- Any service not mentioned above
Why Choose Ram Holidays?
- Expertise in long Himalayan road trips
- Carefully paced itineraries for acclimatization
- Verified hotels & experienced drivers
- Transparent pricing
- End-to-end travel support
Booking & Cancellation Policy
- 25% advance payment required for booking confirmation
- Balance payment to be made before departure
- Cancellation 30+ days: 75% refund
- Cancellation 15-30 days: 50% refund
- Cancellation 7-14 days: 25% refund
- Less than 7 days: No refund