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Sightseeing Map of Ladakh

50 best places to visit, use this interactive ladakh tourist map to find the top attractions and plan the best sightseeing itinerary for your road trip in ladakh . click on each marker on the map to see the attraction name, gps coordinates, photo and description. you can view the map in full screen mode by clicking on the icon on the left, the description of each tourist attraction will be directly displayed on the map. this ladakh tourist map will help you to identify the best places to visit and the most popular attractions in each area of ladakh. on this interactive map, leh area is shown in red , the indus valley area towards hemis and chemrey is shown in orange , the indus valley area towards lamayuru is shown in light green , the nubra valley area is shown in purple , the pangong lake area is shown in blue , the tso moriri lake, tso kar lake and manali area is shown in dark green , the kargil and srinagar area is shown in dark red and the zanskar valley area is shown in yellow . ladakh’s top sights, must-see tourist attractions and other places of interest are represented on the map by markers. there are 50 markers in total on this interactive ladakh tourist map, enough to keep you busy travelling in ladakh for weeks once you have selected the places that you want to visit , we will arrange a car with a ladakhi driver for your trip. you can choose between a private taxi (car will be just for you) and a shared taxi (so that you can share the cost with other travellers)., namgyal tsemo gompa, shanti stupa, gompa soma (chokhang vihara), hall of fame, indus valley (east) to hemis and chemrey, shey palace, thiksey monastery, stok palace, stakna monastery, hemis monastery, chemrey monastery, indus valley (west) to lamayuru, spituk monastery, phyang monastery, gurdwara pathar sahib, magnetic hill, sangam (confluence of indus and zanskar rivers), basgo monastery, likir monastery, alchi monastery, rizong monastery, lamayuru monastery, nubra valley, khardung la pass (5,602m), diskit monastery, hunder sand dunes, sumur, samstanling monastery, yarab tso lake, panamik hot spring, pangong lake, chang la pass (5,360m), pangong lake, spangmik, shayok valley, tso moriri lake, tso kar lake, manali, tso moriri lake, korzok, tso kar lake, thukje, tsaga la pass (4,660m), chumathang hot springs, taglang la pass (5,328m), leh-manali road: pang, sarchu, jispa, rohtang la pass (3,978m), dha-hanu, kargil, srinagar, dha-hanu valley, mulbek rock carving, shargole cave monastery, zoji la pass (3,528m), srinagar dal lake, zanskar valley, phuktal monastery, singe la pass (5,057m), lingshed monastery, karsha monastery, zangla palace & monastery, stongde monastery, bardan monastery, sani monastery, zongkhul monastery, pensi la & drang drung glacier, rangdum monastery, parkachik glacier & nun kun peak, suru valley, private taxi, shared taxi, map of ladakh, hotels in ladakh, sightseeing tours, tour packages, travel itineraries, practical info, ladakh travel guides, client reviews.

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Ladakh Road Map – DETAILED Road Maps of Leh Ladakh for Tourists

The most common thing people ask me on this blog is, “ Do you have any Maps of Leh Ladakh or any Ladakh Road Map? “. And for the first few years, I used to wonder, how do I create one. However, I always knew the fact that once I create these route maps for Leh Ladakh trips, it will immensely be useful to all the travelers planning their trips to the heavenly Ladakh region.

Well, there are Google maps, but they were not so comprehensive enough in the past. So, I had hand-scribbled this Leh Ladakh offline map for all the readers of Discover with Dheeraj blog.

Let's quickly dive into the details:

Leh Ladakh Map from D elhi

Guys, I know I missed on my weekly blog article on Tuesday, but I am sure that you are going to forgive me as in this little delayed weekly article, it is an immense pleasure to roll out the first-ever maps of Leh Ladakh by DoW.

I know this has taken a long time to come, almost 3 years, but better late than never and now we have one more accolade to compliment the 400+ articles on traveling to the Himalayas on Discover with Dheeraj blog.

Do I need any Leh Local Sightseeing Map?

I am sure maps of Ladakh was one shortcoming I had in the Ladakh Travel knowledge base on Discover with Dheeraj blog. The Ladakh road map presented in the article below would help a lot in bridging that gap on understanding the places & routes in entire Leh – Ladakh.

Before I dig into the details, I would like to thank Aashish, the Chief Travel Mentor in our DoW – Himalayan Travel Community who pushed me hard enough and brought this idea to come alive of having DoW’s maps of Leh Ladakh.

What all places these maps of Ladakh covers?

In this Leh Ladakh map, I have tried to put details including places, distances, important monasteries, mountain passes, lakes, etc. in entire Ladakh covering Nubra Valley , Sham Valley, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri, Hanle and other parts of Changthang Valley .

This Leh Ladakh tourist map also has a couple of legends that explain the fuel availability in the entire Ladakh region & road difficulty level along with which type of car you might need to cover a particular stretch, list of ATMs in Ladakh. Though Black Diesel/Petrol is available at certain places, please note that the quality of such fuel is compromised and you shall only consider it in worst-case scenarios.

However, these are just my recommendations and should not be taken granted that even for a novice you can take a hatchback or sedan at the routes mentioning “All Cars” … The man behind the wheel must have some skills and experience with driving in the hills.

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Similarly, for taking up difficult roads, the person must have good experience in traveling or driving/riding to this high altitude terrain of Ladakh & Manali – Leh Highway especially.

Does this Ladakh route map tell me about road conditions in Ladakh?

Though I am sure that the below maps of Leh Ladakh will help you immensely in understanding the places, moving between them & distances between them. However, for understanding the route conditions in more details I will strongly suggest that you read about Routes and Road Conditions In Leh – Ladakh .

For quick access & importance, quoting from this article that “ for every route sections elaborated below, I will try to suggest car types with difficulty level as Easy, Manageable, Tough, Very Tough, Car Killer. Driving comfort is also taken into account while suggesting, so it is not just the driving. But, PLEASE DO NOT take it literally, especially in the cases of Sedans and Hatchbacks. Even, if I mentioned that route is manageable for Sedans and Hatchbacks, you still have to drive with extreme caution and care” .

Tourist Maps of Ladakh

Download your FREE   high-resolution version of Leh Ladakh tourist map pdf copy covering Nubra Valley and Changthang region. If, you liked it and found it helpful, please feel free to share it with your family and friends to help them too.

To download, right-click & select option “Save image as”

Map of Ladakh | Srinagar to Leh Ladakh Road Map With Distances

Let me continue in this article and present the road map of Srinagar Leh Highway. We have talked enough on how to plan a trip to Srinagar – Leh Highway in my previous article where you can get a fair idea on the season to travel from Srinagar to Ladakh, modes of travel, how to plan a night stay, accommodations, sightseeing, petrol pumps, etc. on Srinagar Leh Highway in detail. Hence, quickly skipping the details let’s jump over to see the detailed road map of Srinagar Leh Highway.

Again, as in the first map, I have tried to put the details including places, distances, important monasteries , mountain passes, lakes, etc. on Srinagar – Leh Highway. This time map also has a couple of legends that explain the fuel availability on Srinagar – Leh Highway & road difficulty level along with which type of car you might need to cover a particular stretch and list of ATMs.

Since there isn’t any issue with the fuel availability throughout Srinagar – Leh Highway, so nothing much for you to worry. However, these are my recommendations, and should not be taken granted that even for a novice, you can take a hatchback or sedan at the routes mentioning “All Cars” … The man behind the wheel must have some skills and experience with driving in the hills.

The roughest patch of Srinagar to Leh Highway is a few km on either side of Zoji La Pass, especially from Baltal to the Zoji La Pass .

Srinagar to Ladakh Road Map

Here is the map of Srinagar to Leh Highway which you can download by right-clicking & then select the option: “Save Image As…”

Download your FREE high-resolution version pdf copy of this Srinagar to Leh Road Map. If, you liked it and found it helpful, please feel free to share it with your family and friends to help them too.

Map of Ladakh | Manali to Leh Ladakh Road Map With Distances

Let me add the final section and present the road map of Manali Leh Highway. We have talked enough on how to plan a trip to Manali to Leh Highway in my previous article where you can get a fair idea on the season to travel from Manali to Ladakh, modes of travel, how to plan a night stay, accommodations, sightseeing, petrol pumps, etc. on Manali Leh Highway in detail. Hence, quickly skipping the details let’s jump over to see the detailed road map of Manali Leh Highway.

Again, as in the first map, I have tried to put the details including places, distances, important monasteries, mountain passes , lakes, etc. on Manali Leh Highway. This time map also has a couple of legends that explain the fuel availability on Manali – Leh Highway & road difficulty level along with which type of car you might need to cover a particular stretch and list of ATMs.

There are quite a few sections on Manali Leh Highway with troublesome road conditions and this Manali to Leh route map infographic shared below calls them out.

Download your FREE   high-resolution version pdf copy of this Manali to Leh route map infographic. If, you liked it and found it helpful, please feel free to share it  with your family and friends to help them too.

What is next on this Leh Ladakh maps series?

This is just the first set version of maps of Leh Ladakh covering the entire Ladakh region. In future will continue to add more maps which will cover Srinagar – Leh Highway & Manali – Leh Highway in detail 🙂

Please note that all the distances & places indicated are approximate in unit and location in this Leh Ladakh offline map. The data has been collated for just a fair idea & is completely based the notes of my own Ladakh trips, roads signs & pictures of boards clicked on those trips, Wikimapia, Google Maps , a map of Harsh&Aarti, some GPS Trails from the Internet or googling, trails shared by some fellow travelers.

Your suggestions on improvement on these Leh Ladakh road maps are highly welcomed, and please keep in mind that this tells you a tentative idea of the route and distances between the places. It does not depict the entire route as is, so there could be minor twists and turns not outlined in this map.

Hence, I request that please spare me in case of any mistake you find in these maps of Ladakh and kindly help or contribute in improving it if you see any major correction 🙂

You should always carry your water bottle and refill it as many times as you need water. It will not only keep you hydrated always, but you will also help in saving the Himalayas from plastic garbage. Remember, every tiny step counts and your step in this direction can help save the Himalayas too !! 🙂 🙂

Feel free to provide your inputs/suggestions or feedback or any questions you have on road maps of Leh Ladakh. These Leh Ladakh maps will help you plan your road trips to Leh Ladakh successfully and will help you come back with tons of Ladakh photos.

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hi dheeraj, We have planned for bike trip from 18th may 2018, from chandigarh to Srinagar-Leh, Will the Route be open? By that time

Most likely this year Manali – Leh will open by that time. Srinagar – Leh is already open.

Trip Plan Delhi to Leh ( By flight) D1:: Leh ( night stay) ( take bike on rent ) D2:: Leh to Pangong ( night stay) D3:: Pangong to Nubra valley ( night stay) D4:: Nubra to Leh ( night stay) D5:: Leh to Kargil ( night stay) D6:: Kargil to Srinagar ( night stay) D7:: Srinagar to Delhi by flight

Please suggest or advice if i planned it wrong.

Carrying tent and sleeping bags for this trip is good idea?

It is highly recommended to sleep at least two nights in Leh for acclimatization before traveling to other places. Also, you must travel to Nubra Valley first and then to Pangong Tso

Brother you have uploaded the map of leh district only ladakh include two district one leh and other being kargil please correct it..

Julley Dawa ji, do you have a map which we can upload for Kargil

HI Dheeraj,

We are planning for a bike ride to leh Ladakh from Manali with my 3 other friends. Here is my literary which we are planning to follow.Can you just verify this? Do we need to modify our plan here?

(June 22nd – Thursday)Day 1: Delhi -> Manali (Overnight journey) Day 2: Stay at Manali – Rent an RE bike. Day 3: Go to Sarchu(Through Keylong) and tent stay at Sarchu – fill up petrol from Thandi (June 25th Sunday)Day 4: Sarchu -> Leh (Fill up petrol from Karu) Day 5: Roam around Leh Day 6: Leh -> Nubra valley and stay at Diskit (Fill up petrol from Diskit) Day 7: Peaceful day Day 8: Nubra to Pangong (Fill up petrol from Diskit) Day 9: Pangong to Sakti village Day 10: Sakti to Jispa (Fill up petrol from Karu) (July 2nd)Day 11: Jispa to Manali Day 12: Manali to Delhi (Overnight journey)

I’m not sure about staying in Sakti village, but I don’t want to go to Leh back just for staying there. Also, Since we are planning to rent a bike, how can we store extra petrol that we should tag along for the journey?

We can not add one more day in this day as this is the best considering the leaves that needs to be approved for the journey..

Thanks in advance.

Just replied to your other comment.

Hi Yogesh sir,

Great blog !!! Your response to queries is really great, fast and helpful.

We are a group of 6 guys going to leh Ladakh for 12 days from Delhi on 3-4 bikes. We are thinking of starting from Delhi- Srinagar- leh-manali route. we were hoping of camping for overnights as we have 3 tents, to cut the cost and add to the experience. which places do you recommend we camp. Is it possible to camp at kargil, leh?

And also is there any way we can skip leh and cover hunder- pangong tso- Hanle-tso moriri.

Also being students we are a bit hard on cash so is it possible to do the journey with 13k-15k per head. we have our own bikes.

Could you suggest us detailed plan for 12 days for us to follow.

Waiting for your reply. Thank you in advance.

And Dheeraj sir

Nikhil, it is Dheeraj not Yogesh 🙂

You should read: Top 10 Tips for Camping in Ladakh & Spiti Valley . There is no way to skip Leh, you will need permits in case you want to visit Hanle. It will take 4 days to reach Leh from Srinagar side starting from Delhi and 3 days to come back from Leh from Manali side to Delhi. This makes it 7 days. 1 Day is required in Leh for acclimatization. You have about 12 days. You can make two day trip to Nubra Valley, 2 day trip to Pangong Tso or 1 day trip to Pangong Tso. 1 remanining day can be used to visit Tso Moriri while coming back from Leh

Dear Dheeraj,

I happened to stumble upon your blog last year when I was looking for places to visit in Himachal and then read your recommendation on Tirthan Valley.

I visited Tirthan Valley in April 2016 and stayed at Raju’s Cottage. The place and Raju’s Cottage were true to every word you said.

Now I am back for more of your suggestion and advice. I am planning to go to Leh Ladakh in September this year, from 2nd to 11th and we are flying from Bombay to Leh directly.

Would be great if you could share an itinerary of places to visit, stay…things to do.

You can check a very balanced and most common itinerary for Leh – Ladakh by Air followed by many travelers including me at the link here for 9 days: Leh – Ladakh | Most Common Itinerary by Air .

Hello Dheeraj Bhai,

Hope you are doing good and Thanks for the suggestion. After going through suggested itinerary, I have planned my trip and I would need your advice/inputs.

Date of Journey: 6th Sept 2016 Head count: 1

Route planned

Day 1: Jammu – Srinagar [ 309 km, stay in Srinagar ] enroute: Udhampur,Patnitop,Ramban,Wanpoh

———————————— Day 2: Srinagar – LEH [426 KM, Stay in LEH] enroute :Sonamarg,Drass,Kargil,Mulbekh,Lamayuru,Khalsi,Alchi

———————————— Day 3: Leh [ rest/ local sight seeing and ILP ] We have to obtain ILP for rest of the places and I have read that we have to give detailed route map/places/date and then obtain ILP. What if we miss out on that date to travel? will they allow us to travel the next day. ILP comes with some validity, but is that mandatory that we have to travel on said date? ———————————— Day 4: LEH – HUNDER/Diskit [ 128km, Stay in Diskit ] enroute: Khardung La,Diskit,Hunder

Q1: is that I have to mention Khardung La,Diskit,Hunder in ILP or have I MISSED any places? Q2: Do we have petrol Pumps in Daskit/Hunder? or can we get it in black? ———————————— Day 5: HUNDER/Diskit – Panamik [ 70km, Stay in Panamik ] enroute: sumur

Q1: do we have to submit ILP in this route? ———————————— Day 6: Panamik – LEH [ 141 km, Sty in LEH ]

Q1: is that I have to submit copy of ILP while heading back? ———————————— Day 7: Leh – Spangmik [ 157km, Stay in Spangmik ] Fill petrol in Karu and carry additional.

Q1: Which are the Places should I mention in ILP? ———————————— NOW BELOW I HAVE 2 OPTION, CONSIDERING SOLO RIDER WHICH ROUTE IS BEST FOR ME ALSO PLACES TO BE MENTIONED IN ILP

Day 8: Spangmik – tso morir [ 208 KM, Stay in tso morir ] enroute: Man,Merak,Chushul,Nyoma,Mahe,Sumdo,Kyagar Tso,Korzok

DAY 8: Spangmik – tso morir [ 177 KM, Stay in tso morir ] Enroute: Merak,Chushul,Nama,Mahe,Sumdo,Kyagar Tso

———————————— DAY 9: tso morir – SARCHU [ 403 KM, Stay in Sarchu ] Enroute: Korzok,Upshi,karu[fill petrol and then back to upshi],Sarchu.

Q1: Do we need ILP for these places? If yes,can you please list me the placed to mention.

———————————— DAY 10: Sarchu – Manali [ 222 km, stay at Manali ]

Will have a day or 2 as buffer. Please let me know the places to be listed out in ILP which would be of great help.

Anoop, you should not do Srinagar to Leh in one day. Use Nubra valley extra day to even it out with overnight halt at Kargil. there is no pterol pump at eskit. I will not suggest direct route to Tso Moriri for a solo rider

Thanks Dheeraj bhai, I will modify the schedule accordingly. And how about the inner line permit? Can you please mention the places which requires inner line permit. Or do you have any single list which lists places which requires inner line permit.

You can refer: Permits in Ladakh are not required for Indian Tourists from May 2014

Thanks for the comprehensive leh ladakh map, it will definitely help people like me, plecially deficulty level mention on it. Now one question if it is right place to ask as it remained un answered that when compaired with batal-gramphoo streach how do you rate the difficulty levels of blue line indicators of this map. As I have already done that part and would like to mentally prepair for this tour. Your feed back is highly appreciated.

Neelabh, nothing to worry about much if you have already traveled Batal Gramphu

this is simply amazing Dheeraj. Thanks for sharing this. Appreciate your effort.

Thanks Prashant, glad you liked it and the info. was useful for you.

Hi, Do you organise tours for self driven vehicles? I’m interested in joining a caravan for a Himalayan Roadtrip.

No Pulkit, Discover with Dheeraj is a Travel Platform to share information with fellow like minded travellers for free. There are some petty people who do it with similar name with few spelling changes, please beware of such copy cats as they use our name or similar name to fool people for their own commercial purpose and have heard tons of complaints about them from the people who got duped.

We at Discover with Dheeraj Travel Platform offer sufficient information from route to maps to hotel details to day by day plans and other advises that one need to make a successful Himalayan trip including Ladakh, Himachal thoroughly. This will save you a lot of money and hassles too which you can use to buy something good for you 🙂 🙂

Hello Dheeraj,

Starting by saying “Hats Off” to this amazing blog.

6 of us are planning to travel to leh ladakh in july end-aug start for 6n approximately. We are planning to book our train tickets till delhi, but at the same time can you suggest us the best option to travel in a budgeted way till leh. shall we book till Delhi or Chandigarh and how do we commute from there. Also from ur viewpoint if you can tell about the best places to be visited in these 7 days and which hotel to book where so that we can follow the same and will save us from doing the bookings with travel packages. From where do we hire car ? which places to see? how to reach leh ladakh ? which places to explore to eat. share your suggestions so that we have memories to cherish for lifetime.

Hello Maria,

Thank you 🙂 🙂

It will take 3 days to reach Leh from Delhi via Manali side and 4 days to come back to Delhi from Leh via Srinagar side. This makes it 7 days. 1 Day is required in Leh for acclimatization. You have about 7 days ony, so I do not feel you can make a good trip to Ladakh unless you just want to be on road all days

Dear DOW Team,

Can I take print of this map? If yes – what will be the best suitable size (paper) to print the same.

I want to carry the same along with me during my Oct. trip to Ladakh.

I guess it should work on A3 sheet though I never printed them but have seen decent prints in mini meets on A3 sheet

right click option is not working for me 🙁

i forgot to say a Big Thank you to you as you are a constant guide and inspiration for us.

Thank you Anil !!

Dheeraj, i have decided to join Leh Ladakh trip arranged by my friends. they are inconstant touch with you regarding that. we will be at Leh from 10 to 20 th Sept 2015. i will be happy to know about the current weather status at Leh and surroundings. should we carry raincoat? the day time temperatures of 20 to 24 degrees and night temperatures of 4 to -2 degrees is what we will be expecting during these days. am i right? we are apprehensive as kids (1 to 15 years) and parents (60s) will be there with us. do we need to worry for any specific things? couple of friends who had been at Leh recently said its very dry during these days and is troubling the tourists a lot. to what extent is this true?

No rains will be faded away from lower hills by that time. Yes, you are right in temperatures but it is what the real feel that makes the difference. Real feel is much lower as the wind is cold up there so go prepared well in layered clothing. It will be cold especially at nights at the high altitude lakes for sure.

thanks a lot Dheeraj.

I cannot create a post or start a new thread in community forum,why?

What is the problem you are facing Anshu?

I don’t see a link for starting a thread or create a new post in the community forum!!

You can read this after you have logged into the account: How to Write a Travel Tale or Topic with Attached Images

This is the most help site I have found for planning Leh trip, thank you for all the effort you take. In light of the recent problem using self-drive cars in Leh, I was thinking of doing the following itinerary to avoid having to come to Leh from every location. Would you recommend or suggest changes (I have to start from Manali because we are going to pickup a friend’s car from there) –

Day 1 – Mumbai – Chandigarh – Manali Day 2 – Manali Day 3 – Manali – Jispa Day 4 – Jispa – Leh Day 5 – Leh (Local sightseeing) Day 6 – Leh – Hunder Day 7 – Hunder / Sumur Day 8 – Hunder / Sumur to Pangong Day 9 – Pangong Day 10 – Pangong to Hanle Day 11 – Hanle to Tso Morri Day 12 – Tso Morri – Leh Day 13 – Leh to Kargil Day 14 – Kargil to Srinagar Day 15 – Buffer Day 16 – Srinagar to Mumbai

Thank you for your time. Regards, Dhairav

Dhairav, it is fine but how does it solve the problem? It is not a matter of one checkpost, if seen local taxis up there at these locations will confront you. There are checkpoints to these places as well, it is not just Leh where the problem is.

Hi Dheeraj,

Right click is disabled on your website. I wanna download map but its not happening. I also wanted so many printouts but you have disabled the right click option. Can you please enable it. It would be a blessing for all travellers. Request you to plz enable the right click option. If you are concerned for the plagiarism , don’t worry at all because you can never copy one’s vision even if you copy the words 🙂

Thanks Prateek, but yeah fed up of seeing loads of article now being copied directly as is and being circulated or claimed as others. Hence, had to force it up. However, you can download all the maps using DwD Community link: https://discoverwithdheeraj.com/india/ladakh-zanskar-travel-guides/maps-ladakh-nubra-valley-changthang-t196.html

I want to share my itinerary that we have planned for Delhi – Leh – Delhi trip. Could you please have a look and suggest if it is okay. Eagerly looking forward to your expert recommendations.

We will be taking a self drive rental car and I will be the only driver, though my friend can drive a bit too. Also, does the taxi union create any issues at Kargil for the Zanskar Valley travel?

1 25-Jul Delhi To Udhampur – Delhi – Ambala – Ludhiana – Jalandhar – Pathankot – Kathua – Samba – Udhampur 2 26-Jul Udhampur To Srinagar – Udhampur – Srinagar 3 27-Jul Srinagar To Srinagar – Srinagar Local 4 28-Jul Srinagar To Kargil – Srinagar – Sonmarg – Zozi La – Drass – Kargil 5 29-Jul Kargil To Padum (Zanskar Valley) – Kargil – Sanko – Parakachik – Rangdum – Pensi La – Drang Drung Glacier – Padum (Zanskar Valley) 6 30-Jul Padum (Zanskar Valley) To Padum (Zanskar Valley) – Padum (Zanskar Valley) 7 31-Jul Padum (Zanskar Valley) To Kargil – Padum (Zanskar Valley) – Drang Drung Glacier – Pensi La – Rangdum – Parakachik – Sanko – Kargil 8 1-Aug Kargil To Leh – Kargil – Mulbek – Namika La – Fotu La – Lamayuru – Hangroo Loops – Nimmu – Leh 9 2-Aug Leh To Leh – Leh Local 10 3-Aug Leh To Hunder – Leh – Khardung La – Khalsar – (Sumur – Panamik -) Diskit – Hunder 11 4-Aug Hunder To Spangmik (Pangong Tso) – Hunder – Diskit – Khalsar – Wari La – Chang La – Lukung – Spangmik (Pangong Tso) 12 5-Aug Spangmik (Pangong Tso) To Leh – Spangmik (Pangong Tso) – Lukung – Tangste – Durbuk – Chang La – Karu – Shey – Leh 13 6-Aug Leh To Tso Moriri – Leh – Chumathang – Karzok (Tso Moriri) 14 7-Aug Tso Moriri To Sarchu – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Debring (Leh – Manali Highway Starts) – Moore Plains – Pang/Sarchu 15 8-Aug Sarchu To Manali – Sarchu – Baralacha La – Keylong – Rohtang Pass – Manali 16 9-Aug Manali To Manali – Rest Day at Manali (Optional) 17 10-Aug Manali To Delhi – Manali – Kullu – Mandi – Sunder Nagar – Bilaspur – Kiratpur – Roop Nagar – Chandigarh – Ambala – Delhi

Many thanks in advance.

Yes, unfortunately from this year, you can only use the self-drive cars including Zoomcar (black number plate and yellow number plate) just to enter Leh and exit Leh from Srinagar – Leh Highway or Manali – Leh Highway but not sightseeing in Ladakh top places like Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso. Please refer the link from the post for the personal experiences: https://discoverwithdheeraj.com/india/himalayan-travel-guides/topic2618-10.html#p22017

Regarding plan, looks fine to me. Do ensure that there is some vehicle to accompany you while taking Wari La route as in case of any help, you will not be able to find it in distance due to the desolation.

Dear Mr. Dheeraj, 1st of all you all a big salute to you for your effort for hosting a great blog like this. We are two people planning to go for Leh trip during August. This will be our second trip to Leh. This time our plan is- Day 1- Landing at Lah in the morning, evening local sight seeing. Day-2- Leh local- Shey, thiksey, Hemis etc. Day 3- Nubra valley, night stay. Day 4- Nubra to Pangong Tso (night say)/ Nubra to Turtuk and back to Leh. Day 5- Pangong Tso to Leh/ Leh to Pangong Tso Day 6- Leh to Hanle(night stay)/ Pangong to Leh Day 7- Hanle/ Leh to Hanle (night stay) Day 8- Hanle to Tso Moriri (night stay)/ Hanle Day 9- Tso Moriri to Leh enroute Tso kar/Hanle to Tso Moriri (night stay)Hanle to Tso Moriri (night stay) Day 10- back to home/ Tso Moriri to Leh enroute Tso karTso Moriri to Leh enroute Tso kar Day 11- back to Home.

Whether the above routes are feasible logistically. We will be travelling by any car/ SUV.Most probably we will be going by last week of August. Can you recommend any person who can arrange the above mentioned trip economically.

Thank you for the kind words 🙂 … Your about route seems fine to me though be ready for every day travel by road. I am not sure if anyone can help you with Hanle but still you can check out with [email protected] as they had been quite nice and supporting to most of the readers in the past two years or so. You can refer me or DoW if required.

Regards Dheeraj

Any tourist guide for Ladakh I should carry or the info given here is sufficient ?

Ram, it is more than sufficient 🙂 🙂 … Feel free to post any queries you have 🙂

The stretch from Debring to Pang is quite smooth & does not require high GC. After Pang, it is a mess.

Yes Mohit you are right. Unfortunately, I created this map with different colors and since do not have much know-how of photoshop finding it difficult to edit. Since, overall it does not matter, hence still sticking onto it but will update the map in this month with last year road condition updates 🙂

Wow Dheeraj and the entire team of DOW. Really appreciate all your efforts in solving the ineffable mysteries of the Himalayas. Printed out the maps and it is going to be a part of my room now. Hopefully will be able to join you guys soon. Cheers!!

Thank you Akash, pleasure is always ours 🙂 … Glad DoW is helping in making the journey to Ladakh more and more easy for many lovers of Himalayas 🙂

Your Comment…nice…..awesome…. .Is self bike driving on manali leh highway dangerous? should two person ride one bike for this trip?

Jitendra, in case you have done rides in Himalayas then only I will suggest you to attempt a ride in this very adventurous route. In case, you have not done it, then please avoid it and do it first time in a taxi to asses the terrain yourself 🙂

Hi Dheeraj wonderful update here. Just a slight change – the road post upshi is under renovation and the project deadline is june-july 16. The 15kms patch from Upshi towards Hanle is in bad shape. This is as per my ride in Oct/Nov 14. Also the Chusul – Erath – Padna is being fresh laid (currently high GC needed) and will be a joy ride going further.

Thank you so much Sanchit for the updates. I need to learn a bit photoshop to change the colors accordingly. I have a target of updating the map colors by end of this month. Your updates will certainly help 🙂

Hello Dheeraj, I am Planning to Come at Leh at Aug. end, Pl. tell me about the taxi for site seen.

Thanks for uncovering the hidden places. The maps are undoubtedly fabulous. Can you add a map of the Zanskar region..?? -Thanks and regards

Pratyay, thank you so much !! Yeah, work is in progress for the map of Zanskar Valley too. I will add it by end of July.

I have a question. You seem to know every corner of Ladakh. How many times you have been to Ladakh..??

That’s a tricky one, does it really matter 😉

Dear Dhiraj, You are doing nice job.i also planning to go leh with my family after the reading your opinion,i re-plan my tour.thanks again thank u.

Best wishes for your Ladakh trip and thanks for your appreciation 🙂

nice article, maps..

do you have similar map for manali – udaipur – kistwar – route ?

Sorry ashish, no map for Manali – Udaipur – Kishtwar. May be in this season will release couple of more maps.

Dear Dheeraj I am planning to go leh by second week of june. I have few questions for you which will definitely help me throughout the tour. First I want you to make a route for me from Leh – Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake – Tso Moriri – Manali. I need each & every single detail for this route like petrol pumps, night halt options, road conditions etc.

Vineet, the maps above will help you. Also, I will suggest that you refer Routes and Road Conditions In Leh – Ladakh | Ladakh Self Drive Tips , Fuel Availability In Leh – Ladakh | Ladakh Self Drive Tips

Both links above contains all the details you need.

very good map. thanks.

Thank you so much., Glad to know it is useful for you.

Dear Mr Sharma, Have been reading your excellent posts. Many thanks. We wanted to be in Himachal for 9 days from 22nd Dec till 30th Dec. Would love to be around Leh-Laddakh… reach by flight on 22nd early morning from Delhi. Spend few days in Laddakh (not sure how many) – then go to a different cities, travelling southwards from Leh by road… Most focus is on enjoying nature, let kids roll in snow, have a good family time…

Any advice on an itinerary would be very helpful.

Kapil, Ladakh is not a vacation destination dear. With kids running over snow in Ladakh!! Not a best idea or vibes I get from your expectations of Ladakh. It is harsh but beautiful place. Seeing your expectations I would have said NO even in season time BUT that is off season in Ladakh and all roads are closed to it. You can only fly in directly to Ladakh. Then, the it will be extremely cold out there and you need to fight a bit to survive the cold plus scarcity of oxygen for initial days. Are you game with the family?? Better try some lower hills around Himachal I will suggest or do basic circuit Kashmir Valley.

Himanshu, same post has been community forums at the link: Khalsar, Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso Route

Useful information-packed stuff marked on those maps.

Thanks alot brother 🙂

Thanks alot sir. Similar map will be worked for Spiti as well by next month 🙂

As Mr. prabhu said the main concern will be the fuel and it also matters that which vehicle you will having, how many people so that it can be planned that how much space you will have for carrying extra jerry cans for spare fuel? After leh, the next fuel station will be at tandi, which is after keylong..

Appreciate the Effort.

hi dheeraj,

looking to map can we do leh – khardungla – diskit – hunder ( Stay in tent )- turtuk – pranamik and then back to pangong lake – from there to tsomorri – hanle an d then back to leh or upshi and leave for manali

That would be not less than 700 km. Only functional petrol pump on you way is at Leh. Do the math, how much extra fuel u need to carry.

Urvanki, it all looks fine on paper and this map BUT logistics will be key here. Unless you are on your own and carrying extra fuel with you and courage + adventure heart with you, this is difficult. In a taxi, you can give it a shot BUT it will be on mind blowing cost for just 2 people. Secondly, I see you have 12 days ex Srinagar to Manali and doing something like what you are indicating is something like staying only on roads for those 12 days.

I am not saying it is not possible, but better read the road conditions article too to get an idea what you can expect on these road too.

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Leh ladakh road trip: an unbelievable drive in india.

This is Part 1   of our 5 part series on planning the ultimate road trip to Leh Ladakh in India. We will cover every aspect – itinerary, accommodation, packing, driving – of planning an unforgettable Ladakh road trip:

Read Part 2 – Leh Ladakh Road Trip II (Nubra, Pangong, and Manali) (opens in new tab)

Read Part 3 – Packing for a road trip to Leh and Ladakh (opens in new tab)

Read Part 4 –  10 Dos and Donts for a roadtrip to Leh-Ladakh, India  (opens in new tab)

Read Part 5 – Accommodation: Luxury Camping in Ladakh (opens in new tab)

As we make our way to Ladakh, lush meadows, Chinar forests, and apple orchards give way to barren landscapes illuminated by the glimmering sun. Monks are everywhere and monasteries dot the landscape – that’s when you know you’ve arrived in one of the most spectacular places on Earth!!

A road trip to Ladakh is no small feat- it is well and truly the stuff of dreams. Ladakh’s soundlessness, its cobalt blue skies, bright rainbows, and glistening lakes are pure magic.  This road trip boasts of iconic landmarks such as the highest motorable road in the world ( Khardung La );  some of the highest mountain passes in the world such as Zoji La and Tanglang La;  splendid scenic drives in remote regions, and some little known gems such as the kaleidoscopic More Plains , Lamayuru, and the hypnotic Gata Loops. It is truly a road trip like no other!!

Before the fun stuff and a day-by-day itinerary of our roadtrip to Ladakh, here’s a quick look at the logistics:

Here’s an overview of the route we followed over the course of 3 weeks. We drove from Delhi to Ladakh via Gulmarg. We drove back from Leh City to Delhi via Manali.

This self-drive road trip is only for experienced drivers who are comfortable driving in India and  skilled at driving in the hills. There are dubious roads, bumpy stretches, and unpaved mountain passes by the dozen (all details in the daily breakdown below). Having said that, if you enjoy driving and are fond of road trips, it truly doesn’t get better than this. Look at these panoramas and those crystal clear skies. Don’t forget to read our article on 10 Things to keep in mind while planning a road trip to Leh and Ladakh  before embarking on this road trip.

Try to stick to bottled/filtered water while you are in India. Stock up on water and also on non-perishable snacks including dried fruits, nuts, and cookies before the road trip. However there is no need to go overboard as hot food is plentiful, cheap, and easily available in India.

There are hundreds of dhabas (shacks) along the way, most of which cater well to vegetarian and vegan travellers. Expect to find paranthas (stuffed flatbreads) and sandwiches. As you begin to inch closer to Leh, you will start noticing a smattering of mok mok/momos (steamed dumplings), chowmein (an Indian take on traditional stir-fried noodles), and Maggi (Instant noodles) on menus. A meal at a roadside shack will rarely set you back by more than £5 (INR 500). There are also loads of mid-range and some truly exquisite restaurants in the bigger cities you’ll hit during this road trip. We’ve mentioned a couple of our favourites in the itinerary  below  🙂

The cumulative expenses depend on the kinds of hotels and restaurants you choose to stay and dine. As with every other country we visit, we chose quaint lil B&Bs for the days when we had to be on the road all day and just needed a place to crash at night and luxury hotels for languorous days that had to be spent in the same city. Besides accommodation and food, expect to spend approximately £120 (INR 12000) on fuel and £40 (INR 4000) on tolls and road taxes if you’re driving a rental car . This sum is a bit lower if you’re driving your own car.

Try renting a 4X4 for your road trip to Ladakh – this isn’t essential but it makes the ride easier. It is easy to rent a car in most major cities in India. As most of you probably know, driving in India is like nowhere else in the world. Roads are chaotic and lane driving is but a myth. Taking these things into consideration, it’s best to rent a car from an Indian rental company . Such companies understand the nuances of the Indian market well.

There are a number of car-rental companies in India. Here are a couple of things we kept in mind while renting a self-drive car in India:

• Make sure you opt for a company that provides unlimited mileage. A lot of companies offer a quote that includes limited mileage. Customers are charged an extortionate amount for every kilometre over the fixed mileage. This is never a good idea if you, like us, love taking detours and discovering offbeat gems along the way.

Keeping these things in mind, we rented a Scorpio from Myles Cars   for our self-drive road trip and the experience was seamless. We opted for their personalised service, which included a pick up/drop off at our doorstep (something we’ve seen only in India 🙂 ). Our car was in great shape and didn’t give us trouble as we drove through varied terrains, bumpy roads, and mountain passes. We drove it much more than we anticipated but paid no additional cost (thanks to the unlimited mileage clause!)

Now that the logistics are out of the way, let’s head to the fun stuff. Here’s a day by day breakdown of a road trip to Ladakh:

Day 1: Driving from Delhi to Patnitop

The first day’s drive through bustling Indian towns and cities and plains is perfect to acquaint oneself with driving in India. The drive from Delhi to Patnitop , a small hill-station in Jammu and Kashmir is long. It can take about 16 hours (although Google says 10 ;-)), so you might consider breaking it if you don’t enjoy long days on the road. In any case, always take frequent breaks especially if you are the only one driving.

Start early – we left Delhi at 4.30 am. We took the following route: Delhi-Karnal-Ambala-Ludhiana-Jalandhar-Pathankot-Udhampur-Patnitop. This drive isn’t particularly scenic and there are frequent toll booths along the way. However the first 7-8 hours boast of great roads. Also, there are lots of service stations and public toilets along the way.

There is no shortage of restaurants. International chains – McDonald, KFC, Subway – seem to be extremely popular in the area. But if the weather’s conducive, we’d suggest taking a pitstop at a traditional Indian  dhaba (shack) for some North Indian grub.

Fight the impulse to follow your GPS blindly and try to stay on the highway as much as possible. For eg. our GPS took us through ‘shortcuts’ towards Gurdashpur and Binanagar. Instead of following the highway and driving towards Pathankot, we obeyed the GPS. This was the worst idea ever as roads were bad and in horrible condition. We ended up wasting 2 hours on an already long day!

Accommodation:

Patnitop is a small hilltop town that makes for a perfect pitstop for the night. There are a few hotels and resorts in the area. We chose to spend the night at Vardaan Resorts because it was recommended by a couple of locals.  Rooms are clean but dated and food is fresh. The view however is enviable. Waking up to this view made us really excited about the panoramas that lay ahead.

Day 2: Driving from Patnitop to Gulmarg

This is when the fun begins in real ernest. Almost as soon as you leave Patnitop, you will start spotting lush forests, meadows, glistening waterfalls, and blue skies. Apple farms start making an appearance and Kashmir’s sun-drenched panoramas put visitors in a good mood. At one point you’ll cross Jawahar tunnel and the moment you come out on the other side, you’ll be greeted to the first glimpse of the beautiful Kashmir valley.

The winding hilly drive from Patnitop to Gulmarg takes over 8 hours. Expect to make loads of stops along the way – rainbows play hide and seeks with red-cheeked kids in the countryside and Kashmir. Glowing and throbbing nature is at its best and most magical here in Kashmir.

Make sure your fuel is topped up when you leave Patnitop as gas stations start getting scarce at this point.

You could choose a hotel in Srinagar or Gulmarg. We chose to stay in a slightly secluded spot in Gulmarg – The Khyber Himalayan Resort and Spa was recommended to us by a reader and we’re so glad we chose it for our stay in Gulmarg. It’s a magical property, nothing short of splendid. Decadent rooms overlook snow-capped peaks and coniferous forests. On s haring a photo on our Facebook page , we found out dozens of our readers have stayed there in the past and all of them gush about it – so glad we aren’t the only ones! 🙂

Days 3-5: Gulmarg & surroundings

We spent 3 nights at The Khyber Himalayan Resort as we explored Gulmarg and its surroundings. It provided the perfect break from all that driving. Nature is extravagantly beautiful in this part of Kashmir.

You could just pick up your car, pack a picnic basket, and find an idyllic picnic spot just about anywhere. Alternatively you could go for a hike , one that’s as easy or strenuous as you want it to be, through Gulmarg’s magical woodlands. Don’t forget to hop on the Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest operating cable cars in the world . The first level of the gondola ride is passable but the views of the Himalayas from the second level are splendid. Highly recommended. Tickets cost £16 (INR 1600). Go prepared for LONG queues 🙂

Day 6: Driving from Gulmarg to Kargil

Finally it was time to leave the serene environs of Gulmarg and head to faraway hills. The drive from Gulmarg to Leh cannot be covered in 1 day, so it’s best to cover it over 2-3 days. Kargil is the perfect pitstop if you decide to do this stretch over 2 days.

This drive is one of the most scenic drives so far. Expect glacier views at Sonmarg, little streams at Drass, herds, cheery shepherds, flocks of sheep, and seductive stretches of countryside. At Zoji La (Zojila Pass), one of the bottlenecks along the way, roads are dubious but stunning views abound. Snow-laden panoramas are everywhere to be seen so it’s hard to get annoyed at the bad roads or traffic jams.

Start early. The drive from Gulmarg to Kargil is just 250 kilometres long but it took us 12 hours because the mighty Zojila Pass is always jam-packed and the roads on this stretch are in bad shape. To add that, there was a protest in one of the villages on our way and the villagers had blocked all traffic for a couple of hours. Always stay prepared for things like these when driving in India 🙂

It being peak season we were unable to find any hotel in Kargil for the night. Finally, after over 2 hours of first pulling into Kargil, we found a dingy room at a local guesthouse. We were grateful for the beds at the end of a long day but we can’t recommend the place. I won’t get into the nitty-gritties but let’s just say we were very glad to get out of there next morning! 😉

Day 7: Driving from Kargil to Leh City

The military presence in this area can’t be glazed over. You will spot soldiers everywhere – this is because of the volatile political situation in the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Scenery wise, this stretch of road is spectacular ! In fact, it is so scenic you will want to stop every 5 minutes especially as you inch closer to Leh. As we made our way to Ladakh, we could see lush meadows, and Chinar forests giving way to barren landscapes illuminated by the glimmering sun. Monks could be seen everywhere and monastries dotted the landscape as far as the eye could see – that’s when we knew we had arrived in Leh!!

Some of the places that are worth stopping on the way are Lamayuru village (mid-way between Kargil and Leh), Alchi, and the famous (and much hyped) magnetic hill .

Start early with lots of time on hand and stop to absorb the scenery every 20 minutes 🙂 Have lunch at Lamayuru to break your journey and enjoy the peaceful vibe at the monastery.

Leh City has loads of guesthouses and hotels to suit every budget. Choose one that gels with your travelling style – just make sure the hotel offers parking (as you will need to leave your rental car here while exploring Nubra Valley & Pangong Lake), rooms are heated, and it has oxygen supplies should you need them.

Since we had to spend quite a few days in Leh city, we chose the luxurious Chamba Camp Thiksey . It overlooks the gorgeous Thiksey Monastery, far from hustle-bustle of Leh City. Glamping is the only way to stay next to some of the most remote panoramas of the world in such luxury. We’ve been glamping in loads of places around the world but I’ll say this – nowhere has it been more decadent or scenic that in India. We loved waking up in our decadent tent at The Ultimate Travelling Camp, nestled amidst snow-capped mountains and spending languorous days absorbing Leh’s natural beauty, with cappuccino on call 🙂

Days 8-10: Explore Leh City and surroundings

There are loads of things to see in Leh City.

• Explore Shanti Stupa , a Buddhist stupa located on a hilltop
• The  Old Town of Leh also makes for a fascinating self-guided walk – explore its crumbling houses, the buzy marketplace, and Leh Palace
• Leh Palace offers great views of Leh City but for truly spectacular views of Leh City, head to the neighbouring  Namgyal Tsemo Monastery
• Outside the city, Thiksey Monastery and Hemis Monastery offer an insight into the Buddhist way of life. It’s easy to spend hours at each monastery – exploring rooms, marvelling at staircases, and talking to monks. Don’t miss the early morning call to prayer and prayer ceremony at Thiksey Monastery.

All these historical and cultural sites draw visitors. However here in Leh City, the landscape is the real draw – you could stop just about anywhere and be treated to a special view.

Take it easy on your first day in Leh City and give your body time to acclimatize to the altitude. If you’re on a road trip, chances are you will adjust pretty quickly because the ascent to such high altitudes has been gradual. However the difference in altitude might hit you harder if you’ve flown straight to Leh City. In any case, refrain from consuming spicy/heavy food or alcohol for the first couple of days. Have loads of water and keep yourself well hydrated.

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This is Amazing and extremely helpful. Thank you for the detailed post .

Thanks Ananya – so glad you found it useful 🙂 We wanted to pen EVERYTHING that could potentially help someone planning a trip to the area! 🙂

More than just a tour guide, its extremely helpful for people like me who are planning a trip to Ladakh.

Thanks Suyash – it took us SO long to put all this information about a roadtrip to Ladakh together in one post but your comment just made it all worth it 🙂

Hi Savi/Vid,

I have been following your page from quite a while now. I love to read your experiences and struggles in a trip. I have been struggling from last few months to plan my honeymoon trip from April 20th. It would be great if you can help us with some inputs. We are planning a road trip to Ladakh from Manali. Is it a good option for honeymoon purpose, as we both like road trips, that’s why we thought this could be a good option. We are planning a 10 days trip from Manali to Leh and vice-versa.

Plz share your inputs also if you have any other suggestions than Ladakh, we are open for suggestions.

Plz help in the same, we are planning a decent honeymoon trip within India as we are not interested in Maldives, rest most of the countries have not opened there borders yet.

Waiting for your reply.

Hey Shivani – if you choose nice accommodation Ladakh can make for a good honeymoon 🙂 If you want someplace warmer with nice honeymoon-friendly hotels you can also choose Kerala

Such a awesome journey it look like .. I been there many a times but seems like life got refreshed after reading your words with awesome pictures … Much useful link .. In august I am Going again . Will Try all the places which U guys mentioned . Thanks 4 the post .

Thanks a ton Harkaran – so glad you enjoyed our guide to driving in Ladakh 🙂 We’re not surprised you keep going back to Ladakh – Have fun in August & don’t forget to send us photos

Stunning pictures. After reading this post, I am so looking forward to my trip to Ladakh! <3

Thanks Deepika – we hope you have an amazing time in Ladakh. Do try to check off some of the lesser known sites (Lamayuru, More Plains etc) too 🙂

Hi guys.. Wonderful writing & you guys make my mind to go & see such a beautiful place in India.. Photos are amazing. Hope you had great time there

Hey Manoj – it’s awesome that we managed to persuade you to go and drive around Ladakh. We promise you you’ll love it 🙂

I was 4 when I was left behind due to my acute asthma in 1986 by mom and Bro to joindad in Ladhak serving the Indian army.At this time this little gem wasn’t known to the world.But I grew up on stories from the valley and have been wanting to go there since I was 4. Last year after a lot of convincing my husband took me upto Srinagar, Sonamarg and Zozilla pass. I had to call dad then to salute him to serve the nation at the toughest battlefield and also assure him my asthma was doing just fine. I have been holding up Leh because I wanna drive up there and not fly so I acclimatise well.Your post is just what was needed. Thank You ?

Hey Kamakshi – you’re welcome. As we mentioned, Savi’s bronchitis held up well in Ladakh. We’re sure you’ll be fine and would love it 🙂 Just make sure you book a hotel with oxygen supplies and don’t try to pack in too much in your schedule. Hugs from us

Awesome blog, have been on two treks in Ladakh (personally count it among my favourite destinations, though obviously there is a lot of world left to explore) but your snaps are brilliant and a road trip looks like a pretty interesting prospect for a 3rd visit. Do visit the Tso Moriri if you ever go again. Long drive but personally thought it was way better than Pangong…

Thanks Uday – you should definitely try driving to Ladakh. We’ll be back for Tso Moriri but thought we’d recommend it to our readers anyway – we heard SUCH great things about it 🙂

Stunning pictures, great writing and truck load of information. Thanks for such a detailed post. Definitely bookmarking this series for our future leh travel plan. I have to ask, do you guys had any issue with self-driving in and around kashmir and ladakh? I keep hearing there are lot of taxi union issues, any comments.

Hey Krithika

Thanks a ton – glad you enjoyed the post 🙂 Driving in Kashmir and Leh City isn’t a problem but the taxi union is quite strong in Ladakh – we’ve written all about it (and how we dealt with it( in days 11 -15 of our itinerary here: https://www.bruisedpassports.com/india/epic-road-trip-leh-ladakh

Guys, it seems like an awesome journey! I’m just speechless. 🙂 The views like those make it all worth it. I’ve been wanting to go to Leh since forever. I think this post will help a lot! 🙂

Thanks a ton Ramya – hope you make it there super super soon. A roadtrip to Ladakh is truly dreamy 🙂

Absolutely stunning views and informative blog post. Can I just ask what camera you’ve used for these pictures?

Keep doing what you are doing!

Thanks a ton Harshitha 🙂 We use a Nikon D610 for all our photographs – we’ve written a detailed post on our travel and photography essentials: https://www.bruisedpassports.com/featured/travel-photography-essentials

Thanks v much Savi! Really appreciate your response, it’s been really helpful.

Btw, i just turned on notifications on your insta account! Great pictures you guys ?

Thanks a ton Harshitha 😀

Hey! I have been waiting for this post, so that I can make notes before I leave for my trip:) Loved the post and the pictures are incredible as always:) Thanks for taking out time to answer all my queries with regard to the accommodation at Leh, Nubra and Pangong. I have made bookings at the same stays at all 3 locations 🙂 Leaving on 17th July, so excited. Thank you so much 🙂

Hey Chinar – that’s awesome. You MUST send us photos when you visit Leh & Ladakh. We’d love to share them with our readers 🙂 Hope you found all the information you wanted – feel free to drop us an email if you need anything else

finally , the itinerary is out. Covers all bases , but just wanted to ask for someone not going by car to leh , what all can be done using motorbikes and what will need a taxi? was planning to take taxi for Nubra valley and Pangong and Motorbike for Leh local??

Hey Gaurav – you can refer to days 11-15 to see what we did but I think what you have in mind is great. In fact you can even cover Nubra and Pangong by bike but do be warned, the roads are really steep and in bad shape. However we did see a few bikers covering the route themselves 🙂

Thanks , taking lots of cues from u guys , hope we end up as much fun as u guys. Cheers.

Awesome Gaurav. Have fun and send us photos from you trip to Ladakh 🙂

Best post of yours till date.. such detailed write up and envious pictures to match up with it..3 weeks in Heaven i should say.. keep rocking guys..

Thanks a ton Madhu – so glad to hear you found it useful 🙂

just wat i needed, have been waiting since the day ur first post abt Ladakh came uo… its just my dream destination. Being suffering from chronic disorder its just scares me out listening the stories abt the place but the moment i see any pic of leh ladakh it seems this is wat i wanna do. And ur pictures, they motivate me to the T. they just scream out saying “Come fall in love with me”…just get goose bums seeing god’s beautiful creation and to witness it would be something else. great job guys love love love you. BIG HUGS AND KISSES TO U.. stay blessed and KEEP LIVING.

Thanks a million Prachi – It’s easy to get medical attention, especially in Leh City. You should make a short trip just to test the waters 🙂

Yup this is on my top priority list now. And next to top is meeting you guys. you truly are big time INSPIRATION. just WAITING FOR MY BIG FAN MOMENT. 🙂

Aww thanks Prachi – I hope our paths cross somewhere around the globe super soon 🙂

What time of the year did you take this trip? Want to plan one in April, advisable?

Hey Vamshika – we went in July. In April some roads are still snowed under, so do check before going. Or you could fly to Leh City and you’ll explore it from there 🙂

You guys are lucky to have made it just before the ban on self driving cars in Ladakh region.

Hey Sam – we didn’t. We drove to Ladakh and back from Ladakh but rented a taxi to explore Ladakh while we were there. Please see days 11-15 for this!

Great post, even greater pics! Surely gonna use this if and when I plan an epic road trip to Ladakh. Btw, you guys look amazing in all of the pics!

@Vid: If possible, could you write a post on your photography workflow? How you manage the RAW files, what softwares you use etc? I have read about your travel photography gear but was curious about the workflow.

Thanks for the tonne of info already 🙂

Regards, Anu

Hey Anu – thanks a million 🙂 Sure I’ll definitely pen a post on that. I have a few huge HDDs (couple of TBs each) to store RAW files and I use Lightroom to edit photographs

Omg!! My husbanhuhas always been dying to be here and I have been researching the areafor quite some time now but reading all of your series I am also desperately wanting to be there. So beautiful described! This is definitely on top of my list now! Thanks for the traveling goals..

Hey Sneha – so happy to hear you enjoyed reading about our roadtrip in Ladakh 🙂 Hope the two of you make it there soon 🙂

It’s so beautifully written that sitting on my bed feels like driving on the panoramic Leh and Ladakh road.You two are inspiration for me!!

Thanks for that Upasana – this took so much time to put together but your comment just made it all seem worthwhile 🙂

Wow..I mean wow..Reading this was like traveling to Kashmir . And the pictures are so beautiful. Loved reading ! Sorry for all the exclamation marks but I am awed.

Thanks Khushboo – so happy to hear you enjoyed both the text and words- yay 🙂

Great travelogue. I haven’t seen northern India but now I won’t be able to stay away. Thanks!

This was our first road trip to The Himalayas and it did not disappoint 🙂 You should definitely head over!

Thanks for such detailed and helpful posts and for not saying that driving in India is too crazy to attempt – I drive here everyday and love it! I think once you understand the culture and drive like an Indian it’s not too unsafe. I’d love to try this road trip on a car or a bike. Thanks for the self drive car hire tips and stunning photos too!

Hehe Anna – driving in India is a different ballgame altogether but it’s definitely doable and a lot of fun. Would love to hear from you after you attempt a roadtrip to Ladakh – have a feeling you’ll love it 🙂

Your post reminded me of my CEAT tyres sales trips in punjab and jammu. Gt road and beyond. 20 yrs back.

Extremely beautiful Photoes…

Thanks a ton Hardik 🙂

Amezing clicks! Which month u did it? how was weather? any rain?

We went in June and the weather was amazing. We didn’t encounter any rain 🙂

You guys r just superb!!.. Seeing u travel makes me leave everythng nd jst go by d flow lyk u guys do U both are such full of positivity nd full of lyf dat it makes us believe all d more in everything u do

Dear Anubhuti, you are too kind and generous in your appreciation. We are really humbled by your words.Thanks so much and we hope you also get a chance to travel around the globe and explore everything for your self 🙂

You Guys Are Doing Awesome Work. Keep Exploring!?

Thanks a ton Meet 🙂

I heard you could do go through Ladakh by road these days. Walked from Lamayaru to Darcha (took almost a month) and then bus to Manali 30 years ago! Memories. Time to go back.

Hey Steven – Walking from Lamayaru to Darcha sounds like one incredible adventure. Love the sound of it. You should definitely re-visit Ladakh – you’ll be surprised at just how much things have changed 🙂

I just checked the route – been trying to match my old photos to Google maps! We walked quite a bit further, over the Shingo La (I remember that) into Himachal Pradesh and we must have hit the road at Keylong. It appears many of the gompas are still only accessible by foot – Photoskar, Lingshed, Lingshot, and some others. There is now a new gravel road up to Phuktal north off the Manali road. Did you get up there? That is a truly incredible and memorable place, thousands of years old. I also remember as it was an easy 40 mile river valley walk from Padum, so on a road trip could be done from Padum in a couple of days. Lamayaru to Padum was about 2 weeks of daily mountain climbs – still walking only.

Hi, Which month did u travel?..Love the season colors..

Hey we travelled during summer (June)

Hi, I really wanted to know about the weather there in May.We are planning in last week of May this year.there will three kids in the group. TIA

May is a great time but sometimes the snow hasn’t melted and many roads are not open. So check for updates before leaving

It is a very advantageous post for me. I’ve enjoyed reading the post. It is very supportive and useful post. I would like to visit the post once more its valuable content. Thanks a lot for this beauty Enjoying article with me. I appreciate it very much!

We are a group of 3 engineering students from Mumbai and we have been dreaming of going to Leh Laddakh since our freshmen year! Thanks to your blog we are finally planning a bike trip to Leh from Delhi and back this year. Kudos to you guys for inspiring people like us. We shall make full use of your suggestions. Keep up the great work and wish you luck for your future endeavors.

Hey Rohith,

thanks a lot for your message. Hope you guys had a great road trip to Leh Ladakh – do share photos with us if you get a chance 🙂

Hey there ! Every time I surf thru https://www.bruisedpassports.com , I’m in awe of you both. Cheers guys ! Now coming on to the important point, how much did it cost for the entire trip. Plus would like to have your advice on the following route we intend / plan to take – delhi to Srinagar (via flight) to leh ladakh to manali / Jammu (via road) and fly out of delhi. Would we be doing justice to the scenic beauty of Leh Ladakh. Secondly, what time of the year does it opens for civilians, which month onwards

Best Sripat

Yes your itinerary will be doing justice to the beauty of Leh Ladakh. Costs will vary as you’ll have to hire a cab from Srinagar to Leh to Manali/Delhi. We rented a car and drove from Delhi back to Delhi. You will be taking flights. So it’s difficult for us to tell you the estimated cost for your trip 🙂

It usually opens May onwards but that varies year on year so best to check that closer to your trip

Hi Guys . We are planning to do a road trip from Delhi to Leh , but i am hearing all scary stories that a rental Car ( yellow/black board) should be avoided as the locals don’t let u pass after a certain point ? Is this true ? Most of the folks are advising us to take flight to Leh . What do you suggest?

Hey you can only drive till your hotel in Leh in a rental car. Beyond that, (say for Nubra / Pangong etc.) you have to take a local taxi. Nothing to worry about. Taking a flight to Leh is also not a bad idea – to be honest Delhi – Patnitop drive was quite bleh and I’d rather skip that. That said, Kargil – Leh and Leh – Jispa are some of the most stunning drives so if you fly to Leh and back you’ll be missing those 🙂

Loved your post. Is the road trip doable with kids?

Thank you 🙂

I believe it’s best to take a doctor’s advice on that as many people suffer from altitude sickness in Leh and it might not be good for kids

Hi Your post is great.. Its detailed and covers all the bases.. I have read and heard that self-driven cars from Myles and the like are not allowed beyond a point in ladakh as the local car hires do not allow you to use ur rented vehicle. I am planning for a similar trip in July by renting a car from one of these app based rental services. Need your input on this. Should I go for it or look out for other options?

Hey Aditya,

Yes, you’ll only be allowed to take the car to Leh. For Khardung-La, Nubra, Pangong lake etc., you will have to hire a local car.

Can we plan a trip in July ion leh?

Yes in fact July is one of the most popular months to do a road trip to Leh Ladakh 🙂

Hi we are planning to visit leh ladakh during aug.. wanted your suggestion on where should we stay- at nubra valley or at diskit because i’ve heard all monastriea are closer to diskit but dunes are closer to nubra.. bit of confused over there. Also, have been reading articles about altitude sickness at leh. I’ve never felt any such sickness before while travelling to hill stations..should I be worried this time?

Hey one can never predict altitude sickness, so we can’t say anything. You’ll just have to wait and watch. As a precaution, do spend 1-2 days getting acclimatised to the altitude before starting to explore. We’d say Diksit is a better option 🙂

The photofeature of the Manali-Leh Ladakh road trip is just mesmerizing. Definitely have to give it a try.

Best time to visit Leh Ladakh would probably be like in mid-December and Jan starts it is one of the most charming places to see I have visited there for like 3 days and 4 nights, food is also delicious. thanks for the wonderful article.

Yes we’d love to visit Leh Ladakh in winter months 🙂

Excellent blog writing with beautiful photography enjoy reading such a nice blog. Thank you for sharing.

I have read this article this is such an amazing place for hill lover. Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for your detailed report!

Would you recommend doing this trip in July? We are a European couple who loves roadtrips and I have seen so many beautiful videos of this region but I don’t know if it’s not too dangerous to drive the roads?

Hey there – would’nt recommend driving yourself if you haven’t driven extensively in India before this 🙂

Hey Savi and Vid,

Amazing Post and beautiful pictures!!! I was planning on visiting Leh-Ladakh end of June and this article is undoubtedly the best one I have come across. Could you please let me know when (which month) did you visit?

Hi Sharanya,

We drove to Leh Ladakh at the end of May / beginning of June 🙂

Ladakh is a standout amongst the most attractive tourist destinations on the planet. It has amazing natural magnificence and beautiful scenes which impress visitors. Thanks for the amazing post with a great picture.

That’s right!

What an amazing experience you had in this road trip. I am eagerly waiting for mine, and yes your 10 Tips for planning trip to leh ladakh would be so helpful to us. Thank you so much for sharing your experience.

Great – enjoy your road trip to Ladakh 🙂

Hi We are family of 3. Myself, my husband and our 3 year old daughter. Could you pls tell me which is the best time of the year to visit Leh Ladakh. We plan to make a road trip.

We went in May/June and it was great. You do have to check the road conditions though as they vary from year to year. July/August is better but also more crowded and risk of high rains.

Hello Vid and Savy,

Your article is awesome and the photos are just incredible, that’s the best pictures I’ve ever seen of Ladakh! I’m travelling to Ladakh next year with my girlfriend, I can’t wait to be there 🙂

We are motivated to follow a similar itinerary as yours, renting a car from Delhi. However, we are wondering if this still possible. First because of the situation in Kashmir, could there be additional restrictions for foreigners? We are also unsure if it’s possible to drive a rental cat in Ladakh. On this website ( https://www.leh-ladakh-taxi-booking.com/contact-us ) it says that tourists are not allowed to drive in Ladakh and that it is compulsory to have a driver. Is it true? Is there a difference between foreigners and Indian tourists when travelling in Ladakh? Where to find the official rules?

Thank you in advance for your help!

Damien from France

Apologies for the delay in getting back to you. In general, self-drive rental cars can be driven to get to Leh (capital), but you can’t drive rental cars to get to say Nubra valley, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri etc. To get to these places you need to hire a local driver.

Have you driven in India before this? It can be a very challenging experience for someone who has never driven in India. Also, as you pointed out, the current situation in Kashmir might not be favourable for a road trip via the Srinagar route.

There is a difference between foreign tourists and Indian tourists when in Ladakh e.g. you will need to get additional permits to visit Nubra/Pangong/Tso Moriri. There was a website http://www.lahdclehpermit.in/ for issuing permits online but I just noticed (June 2020) it’s not issuing permits online (this might change as they must be revising rules etc. after the situation in Kashmir last year)

Do keep us updated. It’d be interesting to see what you do. Any other questions, just mention them here.

Nice coverage of the place. I really like to this article its very interesting and informative. Thanks for your amazing travel guide and your photos are mind-blowing.

This is really a lot helpful. Me and my friends are planning a trip soon. Is Maruti Suzuki XL6 a good choice to drive for the trip? Plz reply

Yes it should be a decent choice for driving in Ladakh 🙂

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Thank you so much for this content. You discussed very interesting things in this blog. I also have a great experience on Delhi to Leh trip. Checkout my content, hope you like it.

Amazing clicks Savi. The narration is really flowing, made me relive the journey. Thank you!

Nice blog post with wonderful pictures. I’m from ladakh and I really enjoyed your blog post like watching your trip on the screen like a movie. Your stay in Kashmir was very short..there are other great tourist attractions in Kashmir.

Your Delhi to a leh-Ladakh road trip is so Amazing. Really appreciate this wonderful post that you have provided for us. I assure you this would be beneficial for most people.

Super excellent blog writing with beautiful photography enjoy reading such a pleasant blog. many thanks for sharing.

Brilliantly scripted, well presented with the right balance of information and story telling and of course, your landscape photographs have taken this narrative to a different orbit altogether. Thank you guys for sharing your experiences in such a wonderful manner. I am sure there will be a lot fence sitters falling on the side of doing ” Life mein ek Bhar ” trip. A small clarification though, You mention that this trip was in End May / early June. May i know which year?.

Very informative for our journey. What you provided is very vibrant if somebody wants to take a digital tour at the destination. The pictures are mesmerizing and could easily grasp anybody’s interest towards the destination. You had covered all popular places in Ladakh but I’m a little bit eager to know about the off-beat destinations in Ladakh which would be very fascinating for me. Your content is much initiating towards any traveler who is planning for Ladakh trip. I’m convinced that this Ladakh itinerary can brought up anyone’s interest. Keep on travelling.

OMG… What a trip you had guys… it’s amazing… Fabulous… fantabulous … am just dying to follow the same path you did during your entire Ladakh tour from Delhi and the pictures… are just awesome, mind-blowing boss… Thank you guys for this lovely travel guide to Ladakh. Kudos …

Your article was very good, and you have given very good information in this article. I regularly read all the articles on your website

Wow! Such a wonderful article with beautiful pictures, everything is described in detail. The entire article is full off valuable information & tips which will definitely help and encourage all the fellow travelers to plan it more efficiently. Leh Ladakh is one of my dream destinations . I am planning to visit there since long but due to this pandemic it has been delayed. Your article has again increased my passion and I am more excited to feel the breath taking beauty of Ladakh region with my own bare eyes. The Hotels and accommodation you have suggested will surely help me to plan my trip more efficiently. Thank you for sharing your experience and depth knowledge on the sector.

I really enjoyed reading your post. This is a very nice article for traveling and It was an amazing blog I really like it, all pics are very beautiful. Thanks for sharing this article. You can visit us if you need any travel regarding help, we love to do bike adventures

After reading your article, I checked out your website, and i really like your post. It looks massive and pretty cool. It offers a lot of awesome things

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While reading your post I was virtually on a Ladakh trip. You explained each and everything day to day very beautifully. It is very informative, could you please explain the exact cost breakup of the rented car to and fro Delhi.

It was roughly around 3K per day (unlimited kms) and we had to pay the state road tax ourselves when crossing different states

Hey Savi, The blog you shared has helped me to plan a trip with my friends, the images you have shared are so much tempting. Ladakh is a wonderful beauty. I am planning for a Ladakh Motorcycle Tours with friends, hope it turns out as planned. Thank you for sharing the information, just loved it!

Hey Savi, You’ve accomplished a great job. I’ll definitely share it with my friends and suggest it to my acquaintances. I’m certain that they’ll benefit from this website.

Waoo, well written …keep it up, I also did Chadar Trek

Hey, loved reading the blog! Can you also tell which month you went? Or any suggestion on best time to visit Leh Ladakh?

HEy we’ve been in both summer and winter and it’s beautiful. But if it’s your first time, we would suggest June-July

welldone. i will go there next year.

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Ladakh Map, India (Tourist Routes to Leh, Nubra, Changthang, Kargil, Zanskar )

Ladakh is vast and if you are seriously trying to explore it, it can be complex. That is why a complete route map of Ladakh showing all the road networks covering all major regions can be useful. If you are just visiting a few common attractions with a tour package, you will be fine. However, if you want to go beyond that, you need to understand the terrain.

Leh Ladakh Map

Yes, I know I hate this term Leh-Ladakh… it’s like saying I am going to Mumbai-Maharashtra or Kolkata-Bengal everytime. Nevertheless, people search for this term and so I had to include it by hook or crook.

So, here is the map. Although there are other maps available, I just wanted to show the major points I wanted to show and cover all the areas including Zanskar with all the new roads being built to it. If you are new to Ladakh, just check keep in mind the different regions. It may not be possible to cover all these regions in one go. So, you have to pick which area to cover.

Keep a few things in mind while using this map.

• I have tried to include the major routes in the map but hard to accommodate every place. So, some small villages and gompas may be missing.
• It is not necessarily up to the scale but gives a sense of direction and proportion.
• The major passes have been shown at various places with two bars ||
• I have shown a few smaller lakes near Tso Moriri on the map. There are actually more such lakes, all of them could not be accommodated.

First times usually visit Nubra, Pangong and monasteries around Leh. However, there is much more. Here are the major areas shown in the map…

Leh and around : Leh is the capital of Ladakh and practically the only place resembling a city in entire Ladakh. Naturally, this is the place that you visit first and use as the base for your other expeditions. There are scores of beautiful villages, historical monasteries, and other attractions in the 50-60 KM radius of the city which can be visited as day trips. Tourist cabs are readily available for these locations and renting motorcycles is also a very popular option for the same.

Changthang : A lot of people get lured to visit Ladakh when they see those surreal images of high-altitude lakes. All these lakes are located in eastern Ladakh, bordering China, and they are mostly a part of the Changtang Plateau. So, most people end up visiting this area even without realizing it. The primary draws here are the two majestic lakes of Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri, along with a few smaller lakes like Tso Kar and Tso Kiagar. The area around Tso Moriri is also called Rupshu Valley. Bulk of the plateau lies in Tibet but there is enough on this side of the border too for tourists.   

Nubra Valley : The world’s highest motorable pass, bluish green rivers snaking through stark landscapes, a giant Maitreya statue in the backdrop of large snowy peaks, Bactrian camels stranded from silk route caravans, Turtuk, a slice of Gilgit Baltistan on this side of the Indian border, Nubra valley has many delights and most of them are actually pretty famous and they feature on the to-do list of every Ladakh visitor. In short, it is one of the must-do areas of Ladakh.

Dah-Hanu (Aryan Valley) : This is the least travelled area of touristy Ladakh and chances are that you are reading about it for the first time. However, that means that it is a really pristine area that offers and unique set of experiences. The area is inhabited by Brokpa people who have their own history and culture and are completely different from the more dominant Ladakhis as well as Kashmiris. They are believed to be Dardic people who refused to intermingle with other communities and are believed to be genetically Indo-Aryan. That is why, the term “ Aryan Valley ” is now being used to promote tourism.

Kargil & Suru Valley : Most people came to know about Kargil in 1999, when a war broke out between India and Pakistan. However, those who are visiting Kashmir and Ladakh, should know that Kargil is much more than a battleground. It is one of the most beautiful and unique areas you will ever sea and nowadays it is generally peaceful and ideal for tourists. Kargil is also the gateway to the elusive Zanskar Valley, one of the remotest regions in the world visited only by the most adventurous travellers.

Zanskar : Zanskar is practically the Holy Grail of Indian Himalayas. It is so remote that it takes several days to reach it, no matter which way you approach it. The road to Zanskar starts from Kargil, passes through Suru Valley, and eventually enters the valley which almost sounds near-mythical due to its remoteness. Padum is the only major town in Zanskar, surrounded by numerous small villages. It is a Buddhist area and as expected, many ancient monasteries can be found here such as Phugtal, Karsha, Stongde, Sani, Bardan etc. However, things have changed in the last couple of years as two different roads, Darcha-Padum, as well as Leh-Lingshed-Padum, neared completion. Locals and adventurers are already taking these routes although they remain challenging and some more work is needed on them.

This map will be more useful if you use it with my guides on various regions of Ladakh.

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Trip to Leh Ladakh

Last Updated on October 7, 2020

This article will give you some insight into trip ideas to Leh Ladakh. Perched high atop the Himalayas, Ladakh is one of the most sought after destinations in India. It has almost become synonymous with the perfect Indian road trip. Nevertheless, the accolade is well deserved, as some travel routes for Leh and Ladakh are incomparable. The challenge of the rugged terrain, unpredictable weather and the high altitude makes it a bucket list item for travellers and adventurers alike. For more information about travelling to Leh Ladakh, take a look at our blog .

Remember, Ladakh has a small travel window from June to early October as the passes get blocked with snowfall.

There are multiple ways of doing this road trip, depending on the timing and base destination. Want to know which route would be perfect for you? Dive into our guide on the 5 best routes for your dream road trip to Leh and Ladakh.

If you’d like to visit Leh and Ladakh and not have to go through the trouble of researching and booking hotels, transport and places to visit, contact us/fill our form and we’ll sort everything out for you!

Look at India Someday’s North India and South India Travel Routes too.

travel routes to leh and ladakh-

Route 1: chandigarh – manali – jispa – leh (ladakh) – delhi ( route on googlemaps ).

The journey starts in Chandigarh, with an 8-hour drive to Manali. You’ll pass Kullu, after which lush green mountains and clear skies come into view . The Beas river’s turquoise waters will flow alongside you on your relaxing journey.

A popular hill station, Manali offers a panoramic view of the mountains. When you’re not admiring the wonderful vistas, be sure to bathe in the refreshing hot water springs of Vashisht, paraglide in Solang Valley and dine in riverside cafes. After a relaxing excursion here, you’ll be ready to hit the road.

The Manali to Leh route is unmatchably scenic. It’s almost a rite of passage for every adventurer, biker and travel junkie.

The journey is certainly an exciting one which a lternates between lush greenery, snowcapped peaks and desolate wastelands. You will also cross high mountain passes, glacial lakes and charming villages. Chill in Leh for a day and explore the local attractions. Stand high in the Leh Palace and gaze in wonder at the Shanti Stupa. You can also shop in the vibrant markets for antiques and cheap winter-wear.

Explore the Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso, the two most popular places in Ladakh. The Nubra Valley is known for its monasteries, arid deserts and hot water springs. Pangong Tso needs no introduction. A lake of ethereal beauty, camping beside it and watching it change shades during the day will be the highlight of your trip.

Duration: 8 nights to 9 days Good to know: The average altitude of the Manali-Leh highway is around 10,000 feet, with 5 high mountain passes on the way. So acclimatizing is very important on this route. Keep yourself hydrated. Get some inspiration about where to visit in  Coralie’s trip to Leh Ladakh.

You can also look at our two week travel routes across North India, and other mountain travel routes in India.

Route 2: Srinagar – Kargil – Leh (Ladakh) – Delhi ( route on GoogleMaps )

The other gateway to Ladakh is Srinagar, home to the Dal Lake, a serene lake encompassed by high mountains. A houseboat stay on the lake is highly recommended.

The route to Leh passes through Sonmarg, a popular hill station sitting on a green valley fed by Himalayan glaciers. The adventure begins from Sonmarg as you start climbing the mighty Zoji La, the first mountain pass on the route. In total, you’ll cross 3 mountain passes on this trip.

There are plenty of things to see en route, such as the Kargil Memorial and the river confluence in Nimmu. This is the point where the emerald Indus river merges with the brown waters of the Zanskar river. Perched on a cliff, Lamayuru Monastery is another spectacular sight. The landscape around it resembles the surface of the moon, earning it the nickname ‘Moonland’.

As you cross Drass, you will see the landscape change dramatically, with the lush greenery giving way to mountains of brownish hues. The last stretch of the road to Leh is breathtaking, with barren land on both sides and golden mountains providing a surreal backdrop.

Duration: 8 nights to 9 days Good to know: It’s the most comfortable road journey to reach Ladakh. It crosses over 3 passes and the ascent is gradual, helping you acclimatize naturally.

Route 3: Amritsar – Dharamshala – Manali – Jispa – Leh (Ladakh) – Delhi ( route on GoogleMaps )

Amritsar is a bustling city; home to the elegant Golden Temple, the spiritual centre for Sikhs. As grandiose as it is, the temple exudes calm and peace.

The flag retreat ceremony at the Indo-Pakistan border – 30 kms off Amritsar is quite the sight. Every evening, soldiers of both countries perform an orchestrated drill with their respective flags. Don’t forget to indulge in some lip-smacking Parathas.

Dharamshala, a picturesque town surrounded by snow-capped peaks, serves as the Dalai Lama’s residence, which explains the prevalent Buddhist culture. The charming St. John Church, Norbulingka Institute, Dal Lake and Namgyal Monastery are worth a visit.

Next up is Manali, a very popular hill station. While here, check the Hidimba Temple, a shrine where history meets natural beauty. Hike to Jogni Falls, 25 mins hike from Vashisht, where you can bathe in the springs. There’s plenty of adventure sports like rock climbing and paragliding. Or explore Manali and chill at some riverside café.

The Manali-Leh highway, the gateway to Ladakh, takes you through some of the most beautiful terrains.

Since it’s a long journey, you can break it up and stop at Jispa, a beautiful town set along the Bhaga River. Engulfed by clouds and dripping in lush greenery, it’s a place worth visiting in its own right.

You’ll cross some of the highest passes in the world – Baralacha, Lachulung and Tanglang Ga. Make a pit stop at Suraj Tal Lake, and be careful of the infamous Gata Loops.

Duration: 14 nights to 15 days Good to know: This route provides a dose of everything in a short span of time – culture, history, cuisine, adventure and landscapes.

Route 4: Delhi – Leh (Ladakh) – Khardung La – Nubra Valley – Chang La – Tso Pangong – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Tanglang La – Leh – Delhi ( route on GoogleMaps )

After landing in Leh, you should adapt to the altitude, so exploring the next day is a good idea. The town has many sightseeing options including palaces, stupas, war museums and colourful markets.

Start the journey by heading to the Nubra Valley. Being at a lower altitude than Leh, it’ll help you acclimatize. On this route, you will cross over Khardung La pass, the world’s highest drivable road, at an altitude of 18,380 feet.

It’s one of the most surreal landscapes – golden sand dunes ringed by towering mountains. You can find the two-humped Bactrian camels, a rare species endemic to this region.

Take a ride to Turtuk, a quaint offbeat village on the Indo-Pakistan border. It’s one of the last villages in India to continue the traditions of the Balti people.

From the Nubra Valley, you can discover Pangong Tso – a lake with sparkling blue waters. Stroll along the lake and immerse yourself in its overwhelming beauty. At night, you can sit by the lake and stargaze.

Later, meet Pangong’s sibling – Tso Moriri Lake, whose remoteness ensures that few travellers make it that far. It’s a great place for bird enthusiasts and don’t forget to check out Tso Kar, a lake whose shores are partially covered in salt crusts.  After an unforgettable journey, you can descend to Manali via the Manali-Leh highway.

Navigating through some of the most difficult roads, rugged terrains and shallow streams gives the adventure its worth. As tough as it is, it’s just as rewarding. The views en route make it all worth the effort.

Duration: 9 nights to 10 days Good to know: Since you are flying directly from Delhi to Leh, you are gaining altitude very quickly. Ensure that you acclimatize properly and take your time on your trip to Leh Ladakh.

Route 5: Srinagar – Kargil – Leh (Ladakh) – Khardung La – Nubra Valley – Chang La – Tso Pangong – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Tanglang La – Sarchu –   Manali – Chandigarh

( route on googlemaps ).

This route gives you the best of both worlds – the Srinagar-Leh highway and the Manali-Leh highway.

Starting from Srinagar, you drive to Leh, halting at Kargil. On the way, visit the Kargil War Memorial and the confluence at Nimmu – the meeting point of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers. Stop at Magnetic Hill, a mysterious stretch where cars supposedly defy the laws of physics. Once you reach Leh, relax the rest of the day.

The epic road trip to Leh Ladakh starts from Leh after a day of acclimatization and sightseeing. Additionally, on this journey, you will witness the amazing Nubra Valley. On the way take a snap at Khardung La where you’ll come within touching distance of snow-capped peaks.

Sit by some of the most beautiful lakes in the world – Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri. Camp beside them and stargaze all night long.

Ladakh is also the land of exquisite monasteries, so get a taste of Tibetan architecture at the Hemis, Thiksey and Lamayuru Monastery.

The last bit is climactic as you drive down the Manali-Leh highway, one of the most exciting road trips in the world. You’ll see nature in all its glory!

Duration: 14 night to 15 days Good to know: Since you are travelling to Leh from Srinagar, the ascent is gradual, helping in better acclimatization. While coming back, you are taking the Manali-Leh route, which is at a higher altitude. By this time, however, your body would have adapted to the lower oxygen levels, making it easy on the return journey.

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Leh Ladakh Road Map – Detailed Road Map of Ladakh

After several weeks of attempts and failures, I was finally able to put together this Leh Ladakh road map covering the entire region. I have created maps in the past as well but they were mostly broken down by areas; like for Nubra valley or Pangong Tso, etc. For a long time, I was trying to fit it all in on the same map and was finally able to do it. If you are planning to visit Ladakh by road anytime soon; then I am sure the map below can be of some help.

Click on the map below to view it in full size, or right-click and save it to your hard disk.

Once you click on the image, it will open the map in a new window. Look towards the bottom on the right-hand side for an option that reads “View in full size”. Click there to see the large map. You can also download this map in its original resolution from the below link. Do not right-click and save pictures as; rather follow the download button on the top right-hand side. The original file size is about 3.8 MB.

Ladakh Road Map Download Link – CLICK HERE

The map above coves a very large region and I have tried to include as many details as I could; due to which you will have to zoom in a bit to be able to read the text.

Ladakh Road Map

It includes both the highways leading to Ladakh, from Manali and Srinagar. I have also shown the road via Killar and Kishtwar that connects both Srinagar and Manali Leh highway. From Kargil, the road then goes deep into Zanskar Valley, Padum. There is a road under construction that will connect Padum to Darcha on Manali to Leh road; via Shingo La.

This road however is still under construction and cannot be used.  Other areas of Ladakh like Nubra Valley, Pangong, Tso Moriri, Changthang Valley, etc are all included.

Also read: How to Plan a Trip to Leh Ladakh – Complete Travel Guide

Please feel free to save the map to your phone while you travel. If you would like to use it with your blog or website, you are welcome to do so but please do provide credit and a link back to this page. Please do not also remove the copyright marks.

If you feel there is any information on the map that is not correct or outdated, please be kind enough to point it out so I can make corrections.

I hope this Leh Ladakh Road Map can be of use for your trip. If you have any further questions, please do ask in the comments section below; or at our Community Forum ; and I will be glad to answer. Let me know if you need the map in a better resolution.

Vargis.Khan

Not much to write about me really except for that I love to travel around whenever I can and to wherever I can. This blog is just a small attempt to share my travel experiences with the world. Hope you like it !!!

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Dear Vargis, So glad to find your blog since I’ve been planning a trip to Leh Ladakh. You are providing plenty of information of the land that I am so eager to come to. Actually, I will go to Leh Ladakh in 2024 and want to know which month is the best for travell-biker like me. So far, I’ve learnt that in Apr and May people can witness beautiful blooming flowers but it is also cold. I am living Hochiminh City, Vietnam with tropical weather and the temperature varies from 26ºC to 33ºC for all year round. Thus, June may be best for me making a trip to Leh in terms of temperature adaption, am I right?

August and September are also my choice of time for trip to Leh Ladakh. What do you think?

Your advice is appreciated. Thank you warm regards, Leo

Thanks Leo. I will recommend traveling either in June or September.

great great great work bhai, includes everything , such helpful content no need to visit any other source. heads off to you khan bhai.

Hi Vargis. Could you please email me the map at this ID – [email protected] ? Thanks much in advance!

Mr Vargis thanks, it’s very important information I planned for Leh this month according as you explained, just little want to expect regarding pre-booking for staying , if possible please share, my contact number is 9765995595, again thanks for details

You do not need to pre-book your stay Gautam Bhai. You can easily find a hotel upon arrival as well.

Khan bhaai I am very much impressed by your tour guide. For the first time i shall go to ladakh via srinagar with my 10 yrs daughter and a group of 20, I am fascinated to go to aryan village but if i go there i shall miss mulbekh and lamayuru, what should i do? Again i shall miss hanley to cover leh manali highway. Am i missing too much or manali leh high way looks more beautiful than hanley.pls suggest with your invaluable experience.

Bhai what is your itinerary? You won’t miss anything at all if you miss the Aryan Villages

Beautifully explained in detail Mr Khan. I love the region and had been to Leh-Ladakh for nineteen days. I will recommend your site to everyone who is inclined to visit Leh-Ladakh. Great work. Congratulations.

Thank you so much for your kind words Nitin Bhai. I really appreciate it

will liketo read on Jispa-shingoLa-Padum-Lamayuru shortcut avoiding Kargil route.

I gave your name and site to Ladakh tourism so they can share your site. Hopefully you do not mind

Thank you Pankaj Bhai for your kind gesture. I really appreciate it.

Thank you for this map! I will be using it in my blog. Will surely link to your blog! 🙂 Cheers!

Thank you Dhanashree

I m planning to explore ladakh in mid September 2020 I have swift zdi 2016 model Can i take swift car on routes like, Srinagar ~ Leh ~ khardung la ~ hunder ~ diskit ~ khalsar ~ agham ~ shyok ~ durbuk ~ pangong lake ~ spangmik ~ merak ~ chushul ~ rezang la ~ hanle ~ nyoma ~ mahe ~ thukje ~ meroo( (leh manali highway) I want to make life lasting memories like driving own car on that adventures roads , lots of struggle for swift but that type of adventure i want to do with my swift as well as with my friend and also we are only two person in the car during complete ladakh trip Is it possible to do this complete route with swift?

Last year I have been to Ladakh extensively.This year also have a plan to go there.Sir is there any provision to stay at Koyul.Is there any chance that The Karakoram pass will be open to the tourist or bikers in near future.

No, there is no provision of staying in Koyul. You can talk to the villagers and see if they will let you stay as a paying guest.

Thank you Sir,then I have to stay at Hanle as I have a plan to visit Demchok

Staying at Hanle will be better. You may not even get allowed to go towards Koyul actually. It is not on the tourist map.

Great article and thanks for sharing, we were contemplating hiring the RE Himalayan 411cc bikes for this trip. Do we need to carry our own fuel or are there plenty of fuel stations along the way?

Thanks Marko. Please see the article below, should answer your questions.

https://vargiskhan.com/log/fuel-availability-in-leh-ladakh-manage/

Vargis bhai,truly it’s an exceptional effort…Could u plz. once at [email protected] in the original resolution…Thanks in advance…

Thanks Arindam Bhai. Did you try download it from the link I provided above?

Sir Please send leh & Adjoining area map on my mail – [email protected]

You can download from the link below. The download option is at the right hand corner of the page.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_9hR5ZYjFIMdrz_IIQBw-kc0IAlmvKjS/view?usp=drive_open

Hii vargis bhai. Can you send me a HD copy of this map (Leh-Ladakh region) to my mail ID [email protected] ? Also can you confirm regarding opening of Darcha-Padum road?

Ashwan Bhai did you try downloading from the link I provided above?

yeah vargis bhai, downloaded, thank you v much!!! can you confirm regarding Darcha-Padum road, as dozers of BRO met from both ends thus completing the road link.

That road is still not motorable Ashwan Bhai

Hi Vargis Bhai,

I’m planning a couple trip to Leh via Srinagar from 23rd August’2019 to 2nd Sept’2019(11days).

Could you please check out below itinerary and let me know the suitable travel options(Taxi- Private/Shared or Bike) and accommodation(any contact details).

23rd Aug : Arrival at Srinagar.(Dehli to Srinagar flight) – Local sight seeing. 24th: Srinagar – Sonmarg – Kargil 25th: Kargil- Leh 26th: Leh – Local Sightseeing and permit 27th : Leh – Nubra 28th : Nubra to Pangong 29th: Pangong – Leh 30th: Leh- TsoMoriri 31st Aug: Tsomori – Leh 1st Sept: buffer day (would like to do river rafting or suggest any other options). 2nd sept: return to Delhi from Leh

Please suggest is it a good plan or do i need to change something.

Thanks, Vikky Vashishtha

Hi Vikky – The only thing needing to be changed here is your plan on 28th. There is no public transport available between Nubra and Pangong direct so you will have to come back to Leh and go to Pangong the next day. Rest is all good. You will easily find buses or shared cabs for rest of the days.

Thank you bro. But could you please suggest which is better travel option : shared Taxi or Bike?

You’re blogs have been so so helpful in my planning for the trip, I’ve also shifted my dates from August to sept taking your recommendation.

ASA Janab, Could you please send me the Map in [email protected] Thanks in advance!

W.Salam Imran Bhai. Did you try downloading from the link I provided in the article?

please send the map to my mail ID [email protected] thank U in advance.

Did you try downloading from the link I provided above?

hay hi, im guru im planing to go to ladakh this july 2019 with my bike FZS 150CC , please suggest me this bike is ok for ladakh trip? and i able see a map kindly send origonal size map.

Yes Guru, your Bike is OK for Ladakh but travel light and solo. Did you try downloading the map from the link I provided?

Hey Vargis, I want to reach leh on 22nd of june by bus from Delhi. According to your blog the route from manali wont be possible, as the bus services start from 1st of july. Can i go for the kashmir route? Will the buses be available from srinagar to leh at that time i.e. around 20th of june. Also will i be able to access public transport from leh to stok village at that time?

Hi Parth – Manali to Leh HRTC bus may or may not be available so wait until June 1st week before you finalize the plan. Srinagar to Leh bus will definitely be available in June. You should be able to find shared cabs for Stok village.

Okay, if not HRTC bus from Manali to leh, is there a possibility of getting a shared taxi from Manali at that time if the road is clear and good to go?

Hi Vargis, Thanks for this excellent blog and providing such a quality and informative response to all queries. Can you please email me the map on my mail ID, as one available online is not that readable.

Can you please leave me your email address Wads?

Is it possible to drive from delhi to leh and back via kashmir this may in BMW x1 ground clearance 170mm?

Yes, definitely. Friend of mine went in his swift last year which has the same ground clearance.

Can we travel from Manali to Leh Ladakh within 10th November and kindly reply with the details about the road condition and permissions and climate condition. We are from kerala

No you cannot. The road will get closed by November.

How is the road condition from manali to leh planning to drive down in first week of October

Mix of good bad and ugly. Most average.

Hi Vargis We are group of 4 planning road trip (Car, Toyota Fortuner) from Delhi to Leh through Manali from October 10th to 21st. We will start from Manali on 12th or 13th October towards Leh. The plan is to stop for a night at Jispa, ZingZing bar or Sarcu. What would you recommend based on the time of year we are going? What are the places we can see at this time? (on manali-leh highway as well as around Leh) how can we know about the status of Manali-Leh highway, while going as well as coming back ?

Hi Anurag – Jispa is most scenic of the three places and my preferred choice of stay. Manali Leh highway is all open but it is rainign right now around Manali, Rohtang and Lahaul valley. Nothing major that would be of concern right now though. For places to see along the road and in Ladakh, see the two posts below please.

https://vargiskhan.com/log/primary-attractions-manali-leh-highway/

https://vargiskhan.com/log/tourist-attractions-in-ladakh/

plz sent a detailed map at [email protected]

Send map > [email protected]

Am planning to start my journey by september 10th, if i want go through sri-nagar and come back through manali. do i need to take any permit or anything like that, am travelling by bike.

You will need permit for sightseeing in Ladakh. See the link below please.

https://vargiskhan.com/log/obtaining-ilp-for-ladakh/

Hi bro, am from coimbatore, Tamilnadu i have found ur blog today only. I am planning a solo bike trip from delhi to ladhakh via srinagar by next week for 20 days. I got enough knowledge about the trip by your blog. Thankyou so much for sharing . In October 08-14 , will zozila pass safe to ride back from leh to srinagar.

If it is possible could u share the entire route map between srinagar and leh

Please send me the map

Hi Yogesh – Leave me your email address please. Did you try downloading from the Google drive link?

Hi could you please send me the detaild map at [email protected]

Thanks in advance! Bhavin Patel

Please email to [email protected]

Hi, fantastic site – all the info in one place! Please could you send map? Many thanks

Thanks David. Leave me your email address and I will send.

Hey could you please send me the Map in [email protected] . Thanks!

Please send to [email protected]

Vargis Sir,

Please mail the road map to [email protected] Thanks.

Hi Kalpesh Bhai – Did you try downloading from the link that I shared?

Yes. I downloaded the map from the link and took out a print but still the places and distance are not quite visible

I will email it to you in original resolution.

Hi Vargis bhai, please send me this map @ [email protected]

Shubham Bhai you can download it from this link.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_9hR5ZYjFIMdrz_IIQBw-kc0IAlmvKjS/view

Hello Vargis, Good day!. We are a group of 5 people travelling in Leh-Nurba-Pangong-TsoMoriri-TsoKar-Leh circuit. Is it possible to complete this in 4 days? We would like to know the best possible route to do this without coming back to Leh. As i saw in your articles, you have mentioned that Pangong to Tso Moriri stretch is not possible in a day.. Could you please tell me how much time it could take if we plan to do that in a day?

Regards Rufus

Hi Vargis, wonderful resource here! Just a doubt: the position of darcha is not the same between your map and google map. Not sure which one is correct. I’ll be in Ladakh in august and I’m planning to visit Phugtal from Padum, and leaving it from south, going to Tso Moriri (hence, using shingo-la – Darcha road, if available)

It will be around the same area that i have shown Francesco, could be a slight different but more or less the same position. Darcha Road is still not complete so you cannot drive over Shingo La.

Ok, so the only way back is Padum -> Kargil -> Leh, right? Or do you have other routes in mind that could bring us to Tso Moriri quicker? A pass or a road we could reach via trekking could also be a possibility. Thanks Vargis, your help is being priceless!

Thanks Francesco. If you are trekking than yes, you can cross it over. There is no motorable road yet but a trek route exists that villagers use.

What is the condition of the road like from Hanle to Chummur and then Chummur to Tso Moriri?

That road is not open for tourists

not able to read the map can you please send an email

Did you try downloading from this link?

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1_9hR5ZYjFIMdrz_IIQBw-kc0IAlmvKjS

Hi, Very nice overview map with lots of information. From my last trips I know there are several hotels and even a small hospital in Keylong. Do you know the status of the Darcha- Padum road, is the road after the Shingo-la now motorable ? In Oct 2016 it was good enough to pass (mostly push) with bicycles

Thanks for pointing that out Stephan. Darcha Shingo La road is still not complete. They are still working the stretch from Padum side.

Hello, Want to visit Leh in june 2018 for some 10 to 12 days. Can I get some help regarding my trip? Want to visit Nubra Valley for 2 nights, 2 nights for Pangong Lake and also 2 nights for Tsomoriri. Would you please give itinerary, night stays and other suggestions regarding this trip? I am from Bangladesh. Thank You.

Hello – Are you reaching Leh by flight or reaching there by road?

I will be there by flight from Delhi. Right now from my query I came to know that I need PAP (because I am from Bangladesh). Is not a difficult task to get it from Delhi? I am eagerly wating for a quick solution from you. Thank yoy.

You cannot really get it from Delhi. The easiest way around this is to contact a travel agent in leh and get it done. It has to be sponsored by a travel agent and arranged in a group of 2-3 people. PAP cannot be issued for solo travelers.

Hi, I am unable to read the text well on map. Kindly email me the same. Thanks

Please leave me your email address

Or you can download it from here. Click on the download button on the top right hand side, do not right click and save as

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Road Trip to Leh Ladakh

Route 1: srinagar to leh, route 2: manali to leh, quick navigation.

Places to Visit During Srinagar to Leh Road Trip

Srinagar (434 km from leh).

If you are on a Ladakh tour then this is one destination which you will come across en route. Srinagar is a destination which is a must-visit destination for all. Srinagar lies on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is acclaimed for its patio nurseries, waterfronts, and houseboats. 

It is additionally known for customary Kashmiri crafted works and dried natural products. Ringed by a circular segment of green mountains, is the mesmerizingly peaceful Dal Lake, on which a splendid cluster of stationary houseboats shape a vivid scene and an exceptional open door for sentimental chill-outs and it is one of the best destinations to go while traveling Leh Ladakh by road. Distance from Leh: 434 km

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Sonmarg (342 km from Leh)

Translated as the Meadow of Gold in English, Sonmarg is located in the Ganderbal district. Situated in the finest regions of the Himalayan glaciers, this place is known for its majestic views of the Kolhoi Glacier and Machoi Glacier.

Being an alpine valley, it is a popular tourist destination with grassy meadows providing imposing views of the glaciers while taking a road trip to Ladakh. There are trekking routes from this place to numerous lakes such as Gangabal Lake, Krishnasar Lake, and Vishansar Lake. You can also visit the nearby Baltal valley and reach the Amarnath sacred cave. If you are a trek freak then check our list of best trek trails of Ladakh and tick this adventure off your list. Distance from Leh: 342 km Click Here to Book:   Ladakh Travel Packages

Drass Valley (283 km from Leh)

Starting from the base of the Zojila pass, this is a Himalayan getaway like no other! Located in the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, this place is also known colloquially as the Gateway to Ladakh. The Drass Valley is an adjacent land that runs along the Drass River and it is one of the best destinations on Leh road trip.

Distance from Leh:  283 km

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Kargil (218 km from Leh)

On your Delhi to Leh road trip , this is another destination which you will be passing on your journey. A lot of you might have heard about this destination. Kargil is a region of Ladakh division in the Indian condition of Jammu and Kashmir. It is the second biggest town in Ladakh after Leh and one of the best destination in Leh road trip.

Distance from Leh:  218 km Checkout & Book:   Manali to Leh Bike Trip from Delhi                                 Leh Ladakh Tour Packages from Chandigarh

Mulbekh (180 km from Leh)

Located around 45km from Kargil over a hilltop, the Mulbekh Monastery is well-known for its two gompas. A revered place of faith, there are two sub-monasteries called Drukpa and Gelugpa within the premises. You can see the building from afar when on the Srinagar-Leh Highway. The highlight attraction here is the statue of Maitreya Buddha.

Built of limestone and measuring 30ft, splendid relics and frescos add to the beauty and spirituality of this gompa. This sculpture was believed to be the work of Buddhist missionaries to propagate the Buddhist faith. From atop the monastery, you get an aerial view of the surrounding regions  and it is one of the best destinations to go while traveling Leh Ladakh by road. Check out our guide of all the best attractions and activities of Ladakh , so that you are aware of the things to do, once stepping on this surreal landscape on earth. Distance from Leh: 180 km Click Here to Book:   Leh Ladakh Bike Trip From Delhi Recommended Read:   Road Trip to Leh Ladakh

Moonland (114 km from Leh)

If Ladakh is known as the ‘Heaven of Passes’ , the Moonland is known ‘Heaven of Adventure’. This is one amongst the best places to visit in Jammu and Kashmir while doing a road trip to Ladakh. Often referred as paradise of the shutterbugs, the spectacular views of the region is sure to captivate its visitors.

The serene picturesque settings of the vicinity add to the enchanting beauty of the Moonland. Be it the scenic terrains, picturesque valleys or the stunning views of the surroundings, every element makes this place, a heaven on earth! Distance from Leh: 114 km Checkout & Book:   Premium 6 Days Leh Ladakh Sightseeing Tour                                  Ladakh Honeymoon Packages from Delhi

Lamayuru (127 km from Leh)

Alchi (70 km from Leh)

On your trip from Delhi to Leh by road, there is another place which is a must visit for you. Located 70km from Ladakh, this monastery was known to be an ancient place for learning and preaching Buddhism. Situated on a flat ground, the Alchi Monastery was built during the 12th century. Inside the monastery are the structures Du-khang and Sum-tsek. There is also a temple on premises called the Manjushri Temple. Du-khang or the assembly hall of the monastery houses ancient paintings and also showcases numerous murals that depicts the various forms of Lord Buddha and it is one of the amazing places in your road trip to Ladakh.

Managed by the Archaeological Survey of India, this monastery is located in the picturesque Alchi village. On a tour to this sacred place, you can also visit the nearby village and witness the life and culture of the local people. Distance from Leh: 70 km Recommended Read:   Mumbai to Ladakh Tour Guide You can Also Book:  Ladakh Group Tour Package s

Likir (54 from Leh)

There is another destination which is a must visit for you on your Ladakh trip. Likir is a town in the Leh area of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is situated in the Leh tehsil, in the Ladakh region.  This village is mainly famous for the Likir Monastery which is just nearby the village. On your trip from Delhi to Leh by road, there is another place which is a must visit for you. 

The famous monastery was built in the 11th century and is known for the 75 m tall Buddha statue. The Likir monastery houses about 120 lamas. They also provide elementary education to around 30 students out of which some of them will be selected as Lamas. Distance from Leh: 54 km from Leh Checkout & Book:   Leh Ladakh Tour Packages from Delhi

On your Leh Ladakh road trip, there is another  place which you can’t miss in Leh . It is the Leh district, with a region of 45,110 square km, is the second biggest region in the nation, after Kutch, Gujarat. The town is ruled by the ruined Leh Palace, the previous manor of the illustrious group of Ladakh, inherit a similar style and about an indistinguishable time from the Potala Palace-the main living arrangement of the Dalai Lama. 

Soak in the amazing beauty of the region dotted with stupas and disintegrating mudbrick houses, the Old Town is overwhelmed by a blade of soak rough edge bested by a forcing Tibetan-style castle and fortification.

Top Experiences To Do in Leh

Things You Should Know during Srinagar to Leh Trip

Petrol pumps on srinagar-leh highway.

1) Mangan: Starting from Srinagar, the first petrol pump is available at Mangam, which is situated at around 32km from Srinagar.

Distance from Srinagar: 32 Kms

2) Sonamarg: The next refueling can be done at Sonamarg; around 80km from Srinagar and 48km ahead of Mangam.

Distance from Mangan:  48 Kms

3) Kargil: Make sure, you fill enough fuel in Sonamarg as the next petrol pump is located around 124km from Sonamarg or 204km from Srinagar.

Distance from  Sonamarg : 124 Kms

4) Mulbekh: From Kargil, the next filling station lies in Mulbekh; around 40km, and 242km from Srinagar. Fuel stations are also available in Wakha and Khaltsi, which can be easily reached from Mulbekh.

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ATMs on Srinagar-Leh Highway

Mechanics on Srinagar-Leh Highway

Places to Visit During Manali Leh Road Trip

Manali (472 km from leh).

While on your Delhi to Leh by road journey there is another place which you will touch on this journey. Manali the land surrounded by the majestic hills and the forest is something which is a must-visit place in Ladakh road trip

for you. This quaint charming place has captured the attention of people around the world. One can see the pristine River Beas which flows right through the town making offering magnificent views. 

Manali is a popular hill station with attractions such as the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley nearby. The best thing about this place is the snow which covers the whole region making it look like a cottony world. On your trip from Delhi to Ladakh road trip, there is another place which is a must visit for you.  Distance from Leh:  472 km

Top Experiences To Do in Manali

Keylong (357 km from Leh)

Being the headquarters of the Lahaul Spiti region, Keylong is known to be a slice of paradise. A place with an abundance of greenery, you can easily find willow trees, rivulets and snowcapped mountains in this region. Whether you want to explore the scenic countryside or visit the quaint villages, Keylong presents you an eclectic mix of sightseeing locations on the Leh Ladakh road trip.

You can visit the flourishing Bhaga Valley and embrace the richness of the ecosystem when in Keylong. There are two important monasteries, namely Shashur and Gemur that you can visit as well. Besides the Himalayas and the various biker trails, Ladakh is also home beautiful lakes on the planet, don't forget to visit them on your Ladakh trip. Distance from Leh:  357 km

Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass is quite famous among Ladakh travelers but the unpredictable avalanche and severe climatic conditions make it scary some times. Nonetheless, it had made adventure seekers’ tour of Ladakh mind-blowing. A high mountain pass at an elevation of 3978 meters above the sea level, Rohtang is just 51 km from Manali. It is a part of the proud Pir Panjal Range of the mighty Himalayas and it is one of the Kullu famous places.

Top Experiences To Do in Rohtang Pass

Jispa (335 km from Leh)

Located along the Chandra River is Jispa, a paradisiacal place where uninterrupted beauty is the norm. Although tourists visit this place for an overnight stay, this region is filled with sightseeing locations. The open fields present perfect Jispa camping sites for travelers on the Delhi to Leh Ladakh by road journey via Manali to halt for an overnight stay. On your trip from Delhi to Ladakh road trip, there is another place which is a must visit for you.

The natural architecture that encompasses you when in Jispa is an inexplicable reality. Being a high altitude place, this place has an ecosystem that is characteristic of high altitude lands in excess of 10,000ft. Distance from Leh:  335 km

Darcha (325 km from Leh)

The famous Darcha Lamayuru journey is an excursion that interfaces the far-off landscapes of Himachal Pradesh with the antiquated tints of Indo – Tibetans in Lamayuru at Ladakh.  The path goes through a thrill-filled scene, snow-filled mountains, mountain passes, and towns. One gets to see snow-capped lakes and the wild murmurs of a few Himalayan untamed life, which includes few birds and mountainous animals. This hard rocked journey of Lamayuru from Darcha will include several passes.  On the journey you will cross a few water bodies like Chandra, Bhaga, Tsarap, Doda, Zanskar and Indus. The Darcha Lamayuru journey will take you along the Monasteries and gompas too.

Zingzing Bar (304 km from Leh)

Baralacha La (282 km from Leh)

Located in the Zanskar region and created within the high altitudes of the Himalayas, the Baralacha La connects Lahaul to Ladakh. Overlooking the pass is the beautiful Pir Panjal ranges, from this pass you can see the three valleys that surround it.

At over 16,000ft above sea level, Baralacha La is definitely one of the beautiful mountain passes in Ladakh region . Trekkers use this region to start their trek to the Suraj Tal Lake; be prepared to witness and interact with trekkers from different parts of the world within this route. On your trip from Delhi to Ladakh by road, there is another place which is a must visit for you.  Distance from Leh:  282 km Click Here to Book:   Manali Leh Manali Jeep Safari

Sarchu (242 km from Leh)

Locally known as Sir Bhum Chum, Sarchu is yet another beautiful region surrounded by snow-capped glaciers and abounding greenery. Tourists during Delhi to Leh by road journey use the open fields to set up an overnight camping stay in Sarchu . 

This is a place to enjoy the riches of a unique ecosystem. At an altitude of 14,000ft, Sarchu posses an embarrassment of visually enticing scenery. The abundance of majestic mountains draped in a blanket of snow and the murmuring sounds of the rivulets add to the heavenly beauty of this region. Distance from Leh:  242 km 

Gata Loops (218 km from Leh)

If you are on you Leh bike trip then you will definitely pass the Geta loops. It might be a bit eerie about this place but there has been a lot of stories on the ghost which is seen here. This road takes you to the top of the 3rd high altitude pass on this highway, Nakeela, at a height of nearly 16000 ft. and it is one of the best destinations to go while traveling Leh Ladakh by road.

Gata loops is known for offering some of the best views of the stunning region. One can see a number of water bottles while you pass this road.  If you are planning a bike trip or looking for other information, then here is our guide for the best time to visit Ladakh on a bike only for you. On your trip from Delhi to Ladakh by road, there is another place which is a must visit for you.  Distance from Leh: 218 km

Nakee La (214 km from Leh)

While you are on your Ladakh tour, you will come across this another pass, Nakee la. Nakee la Pass is third of the five goes to be crossed while heading out from Manali to Leh. It is amongst Manali to Sarchu route or Pang. The tallness of the pass is 4750m. The pass is situated in the Manali-Leh-Highway,on approach to Manali from Taglang La. 

The surface of the street is cleared, however incorporates some hammer areas. Torrential slides, substantial snowfalls and avalanches can happen at whatever time and can now and again hinder a few segments of the street, being to a great degree risky because of regular patches of ice. On your trip from Delhi to Ladakh by road, there is another place which is a must visit for you.  Distance from Leh:  214 km

Lachulung La (188 km from Leh)

If you are taking a trip to Ladakh you will come across another pass known as the Lachulung La. Situated in the Himalayas, on the limit between Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh lies the Lachulung La a high mountain go at a rise of 5,059. The pass, otherwise called Lachulung La and is navigated by the Leh-Manali thruway. It is open for just around four and a half months in a year in summer between May or June. It is one of the best places to visit in Ladakh in June and July .

The pass is found 54 km (34 mi) from Sarchu and 24 km (15 mi) from Pang. While crossing the pass, the traveler transports and cabs take a stop here a large portion of the circumstances, to give the voyagers a chance to respect the neighborhood common magnificence of the encompassing mountains. It is one of the most loved goes among the climbers and additionally trekkers. Distance from Leh:  188 km

Tanglang La (108 km from Leh)

Settled at an elevation of 5328 m over the ocean level, in the Zanskar extend, Taglang La pass is the second most noteworthy mountain passes in Ladakh, the first being Khardungla Pass. It is the home of the roaming Changpa herder who can be seen grouping their cows and goats and it is one of the best places to see while traveling to  Leh Ladakh by road. The pass is adjoining the Leh-Manali thruway and is come to by means of 21 Gata loops.

The pass accommodates a beautiful view as it influences far from the principle parkway. Sufficient vegetation on both sides additionally cools the as of now chilled air and now and again, the sharp twists give only the adrenaline push adventurists need. On your trip from Delhi to Leh Ladakh by road, this place which is a must visit for you. 

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Upshi (47 km from Leh)

Karu (34 km from Leh)

Things to Know during Manali to Leh Trip

Petrol pumps on manali – leh highway.

While in Manali, you can find an abundance of petrol pumps. This hill station town has a total of 6 petrol pumps.

Moving 110 km from Manali, you can find a petrol pump in Tandi.

Distance from Manali to Tandi:  110 Kms

345 km from Tandi and 30km before Leh, you can also refuel your vehicles in Karu.

Distance from Tandi to Karu:  345kms

Arriving in Leh, one can also find quite a few petrol pumps. In addition to the few petrol pumps in Leh, you can refuel your vehicles at the petrol pump near the Leh Airport (25 km from Leh).

A convenient mode of travel while commuting from Manali to Leh by taking a bus . The smooth availability of bus service creates travel convenience for many people traveling from Manali.

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ATMs on Manali-Leh Highway

Mechanics on Manali-Leh Highway

Places to Eat

Must Visit Places in Ladakh

Pangong lake.

Top Experiences To Do in Pangong Lake

Nubra Valley

Most of you might have heard about the beauty of this destination. Nubra valley is famous among the tourist around the world for its scenic beauty. This magnificent  Nubra valley lies 50 km north of Leh where the rivers, Shyok and Siachen and separates Ladakh from Karakoram Ranges. Don't forget to  indulge yourself in camping in Nubra valley  which fascinates thousands of visitors every year. 

The ultra-wide scenes, humongous mountain confronts, exquisite trails, the wide assortment of hues and melodic Shyok stream streaming middle the valley will blow your mind at first sight. The real fascination of an excursion to Nubra Valley is the most noteworthy motorable road , Khardung La Pass Being at a lower height than Leh at a normal elevation of 10000 Feet or 3048 Mtrs.

Top Experiences To Do in Nubra Valley

Magnetic Hill

There are a lot of attraction that you will come across while you are on your Ladakh tour. Standing tall at an altitude of 14,000 feet these hills said to have some magnetic energy that can pull cars uphill. This hill is on the Leh-Kargil-Batalik national highway and is bordered by the Sindhu River. 

These mystics Magnetic Hills still amazes the people coming to visit this destination. The optical illusion created by these hills is the perfect example of natural wonders. Spend some time lazing around these hills and don’t forget to click some memorable pictures while you are on the magnetic grounds.

Tso Moriri Lake

Shanti Stupa

While you are taking Delhi to Leh by road trip than this is a must-see place for you. A Buddhist shrine that has relics at its base revered by 14th Dalai Lama himself. It is a magnificent white-domed stupa on the top of the hill in Changspa, Leh. It was built by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu Gyomyo Nakamura in 1991. The motive to build it was to promote peace as it is also a part of the peace pagoda program. It is one of the main attraction around Leh and it a symbol of love between the people of Japan and Ladakh. Summer is the best time to visit this place with the warm sun and clear blue skies. Tourist around the world visit this place to see sunrise and sunset which is simply enchanting.

Khardung La

If you are planning for that perfect Leh Ladakh road trip you might have definitely come across the name of this place.  Khardungla Pass is the most noteworthy motorable street in the world. At a height of 5,359 meters this pass offers a portion of the best perspectives. Khardungla Pass is a vital door to the Nubra and Shyok Valley. 

The pass is another essential door to Siachen Glacier. A troop of around 10,000 stallions and camels explored this street every year on their approach to Kashgar in Central Asia. The pass is deliberately essential as a result of the strained Indo-China connection. Several bikers take this street day by day. On your trip from Delhi to Leh road trip, this place which is a must visit for you.

Shey Monastery

Hemis National Park

On your trip to Leh to Ladakh by road, this is another place which is a must visit for you. Known for its vivid wildlife this sanctuary definitely falls under the radar of the nature lovers and animal lovers. Located 40 km souteast of Leh untruths this stunning National park.The Hemis High Altitude National Park that reaches out more than 600 sq. km. is named after the renowned cloister, Hemis gompa. On your trip from Delhi to Leh road trip, this place which is a must visit for you.

The National Park includes the catchments of Markha, Rumbak and Sumdah nalas. It is known for some uncommon species like the bharal and the snow panther. This National Park is a must visit for you while you visit Ladakh.

Namgyal Monastery

Spituk Gompa

While you are visiting this exotic destination, there is another place you would not want to miss. Established in the late fourteenth century as See-Thub ('Exemplary') Monastery, amazing Spituk Gompa reviews the Indus Valley with various mudbrick structures tumbling happily down a lofty hillock towards Spituk town. 

The monastery is around 5km from focal Leh, incoherently roosted neglecting the air terminal runway. Inside the fundamental religious community complex, the most attractive structure is the Skudung Lhakhang, with ambiguously Chinese-looking into swung corners to its plated rooftop. The brilliant old dukhang (Tibetan petition corridor) contains an unmistakably yellow-hatted statue of Tsongkhapa. 

Tso Kar Lake

Most of you might have heard about this magnificent lake in the Ladakh. Also called ‘White Lake' is one of the three high height salt water lakes in Ladakh. The Tso-Kar Lake is known as 'White Lake' on the grounds that the white salt of the water stores everywhere throughout the lake shores. This spot is very famous with the bird watchers. 

The range encompassing Tso-kar lake is rich with wildlife and birds. Be that as it may, the principle fascination among the birds life at Tso Kar is dark necked cranes

Sangam Point

Gurudwara Pathar Sahib

Hall of Fame

You might have definitely heard about this place while on your Leh Ladakh road trip . This is another place which falls in the Ladakh map . This place is a must-see on your Leh Ladakh trip. The Hall of Fame, situated close to the Leh Airfield, is an exhibition hall developed and kept up by the Indian Army in the memory of the warriors who had lost their lives amid the Indo-Pak wars. 

It is additionally named as a remembrance for the war saints. This building comprises of two stories. There are relics of different wars for the most part Kargil war, like the weapons utilized amid the war and some imperative archives, identified with the same. A Detailed Travel Guide For Delhi To  Leh  Ladakh

Thiksey Monastery

Hemis Monastery

Hemis Monastery is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery (gompa) of the Drukpa Lineage, situated in Hemis, Ladakh, India. Arranged 45 km from Leh, the cloister was re-set up in 1672 by the Ladakhi ruler Sengge Namgyal. Hemis Gompa is the biggest religious community in Ladakh. 

The gigantic architectural structure of Hemis Monastery is remarkable and speaks to a particular style of engineering from the other critical cloisters of Ladakh. Hemis festival is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in Ladakh . An essential yearly celebration of Ladakh recognizing the birth commemoration of Guru Padmasambhava is held at this religious community successively for two days in June-July.

Diskit Monastery

There is another monastery which is a must visit for you on your Delhi to Ladakh road trip. Within the Nubra region of Ladakh, Diskit is arranged at an elevation of 3142 meters above ocean level, and lies 15 km north-west off the Khalsar-Panamik course, at the edge of the abandon in Shyok valley. Diskit is well known for its fourteenth-century monastery, which is accepted to be the biggest and most seasoned cloister in Nubra valley. 

This monastery can be reached from Diskit town through a rough and dusty street that crosses a stream amidst the town. The monastery has a place with Gelugpa arrange or the Yellow Hat order of Tibetan Buddhism. Click Here To Book:  Premium 6 Days Leh Ladakh Sightseeing Tour

Royal Leh Palace

While you are heading out for your Leh to Ladakh by road there is another place you would not want to miss. Located at the Leh city, Leh Palace is one of the main tourist attractions in the Leh city. This palace is one of the tallest buildings of its time with nine storeys. One can enjoy the amazing views of Stok Kangri and the Ladakh mountain range. 

The building was started in the year 1553 and the construction was completed by the 17th century during the reign of Sengge Namgyal. The walls of the palace are building of stones, wood, mud, and sand. A statue of Lord Buddha graces the monastery of the palace.  Click Here to Book: Sok Kangri Trek

Essential Info About Leh Ladakh Road Trip

Things to keep in mind.

- Clothing essentials to carry are jackets, hand gloves, thermocot inners, socks, warm sleeping bags, chocolates, dry fruits, biscuits, camera and cell phones.

- Carry ample bottles of water and buy water whenever you stop by at dhabas.

- It is advisable to drive on a full tank as the density of fuel stations are very sparse.

- ATMs can also be found only in a few places. Make sure you carry enough cash to sustain any uncertain circumstances

- Foreign nationals have to obtain a permission called the Protected Area Permit and this can be arranged by a local tour operator during a trip to Ladakh.

Safety Tips on Road Trip to Ladakh

Inner Line Permit

Getting the inner line permit is not at all a tough task these days as everything is easily available on the websites. All you need to do is visit the website and fill up the details of your trip which includes the stay period, dates and more such basic details. Without an inner line permit, you cannot explore the wonders of this beautiful land. Apart from this, you even need to fill up the identification details like the Aadhar number. The permit is valid for 3 weeks for the Indian nationals and 1 week for the overseas. Every time you visit Ladakh this permit is needed and is available at a nominal charge of INR 400 with an additional environmental fee of INR 20 per day. Though some of the major attractions do not require a permit, but destinations like Nubra Valley, Khardung La, Pangong Tso, Chusul, Hanle, Digger La, Tangyar and many more such places which mark the tourism of Leh could be toured only if you have a permit. You can either carry a hard copy or a soft copy of it!

Manali to Leh Ladakh Road Trip Packages

Leh ladakh bike trip | free excursion to chang-la pass.

About the tour :

Get ready to make your dream of riding in Ladakh come true in the action-packed bike trip where one would be experiencing the fusion of thrill, serene beauty, and culture of the "Land of High Passes". The tour offers you a stay amidst a beautiful valley of mountains and a starlit sky at night. The unique thing about the Ladakh terrain is that it has mountains, forests, deserts, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls in one beautiful and dynamic geography.

Quick Info :

• Route: Leh - Sham Valley - Khardungla - Nubra Valley - Pangong - Chang La - Leh
• Duration: 6 Days and 5 Nights
• Start Point: Leh Airport
• Endpoint: Leh Airport

Manali to Leh Jeep Expedition with Tso Moriri Lake

Fixed departure dates:  Multiple dates open to Join a Group departure in June, July, August and September and can be customized on request for separate group also.

About the Activity: 

• From the pleasantly hospitable town of Manali, the Manali to Leh Jeep expedition takes you on a roller coaster drive through distinct geographies portraying diverse geographies. From hill town to high altitude arid desert, this safari is one mega experience.
• The Manali to Leh by road traverses over five high altitude Himalayan passes such as Rohtang (3,978m), Keylong (3,350m), and Tanglang La (17,585ft) showcasing an ever changing dynamic landscape that alters from barren lands to lush green pastures. With our Ladakh tour packages, you can head out for an amazing vacation with your gang.
• Tsomoriri Lake is the one attraction that demands all your attention during this jeep ride which is now Tso Moriri Wetland Conservation Reserve. It is the largest of the high altitude lakes entirely within India at an altitude of 4522 meters.
• Interact with the amazing landscapes beautified by the natural formations throughout the journey. You will come across the undeniable beauties of Khardung La Pass, Pangong Lake, Deskit, Hundar, the confluence of Zanskar and Indus Rivers, Nubra Valley etc. which all are covered in this Ladakh tour packages.
• These places have been occupied by multitudinous mountains, valleys, small streams, rock formations, monasteries, gompas and what not.
• By the end of the journey multi-hued prayer flags, Tibetian chortens, and friendly locals would be etched in your memories for a very long time to come.
• Number of PAX       Standard               Deluxe                 Super Deluxe
• Min 02 pax               Rs. 37470            Rs. 38090                Rs. 39660
• Min 03 Pax               Rs. 28530            Rs. 29260                Rs. 30620
• Min 04 pax               Rs. 24950             Rs. 25280                Rs. 27140
• Min 05 Pax               Rs. 22090             Rs. 22780                Rs. 24220
• Min 06 Pax               Rs. 20780              Rs. 21400                Rs. 22970
• Min 07 Pax               Rs. 22540             Rs. 23220                 Rs. 24700
• Min 08 Pax                Rs. 21500            Rs. 22130                  Rs. 23700
• Min 09 Pax                Rs. 20300            Rs. 20960                  Rs. 22460
• Min 10 Pax                Rs. 19690             Rs. 20320                  Rs. 21880
• Min 11 Pax                 Rs. 18870             Rs. 19520                 Rs. 21040
• Min 12 Pax                  Rs. 18480            Rs. 19100                 Rs. 20670
• Extra Bed Child            Rs. 8800             Rs. 9800                    Rs. 10700

Manali Leh Srinagar Car trip with Tsomoriri and Hanle

About the Tour:  

Explore the beautiful valleys of Himachal, along with the adventurous routes of Ladakh and the delightful lakes of Srinagar. This circuit features some of the world’s highest motorable passes with the spectacular beauty of snow-capped mountains, Lakes, rivers on their side while covering these breathtaking destinations, Solang valley, Gata Loops, Hanle, Tso Mori Ri, Zojila pass, Kargil, Magnetic hill, Confluence of Indus And Zanskar River, Dal lake and much more waiting on the way!

Admired for its unparalleled scenic views, pristine icy lakes, and swirling roads, This circuit is becoming the most Instagrammable place in India and is on everyone’s bucket list, it offers you a stay amidst the beautiful valley of mountains and a starlit sky in the night.

Quick info:

Route: Manali-Jispa-Sarchu-Tsomoriri-Hanle-Pangong Tso-Nubra Valley-Leh-Kargil-Sonamarg-Srinagar.

Duration: 11 Days & 10 Night 

Start point:  Manali

Endpoint: Srinagar

Passes covered: Khardung-la (18,000 ft), Rohtang Pass (16,051 ft), Lachung La(16,600 ft), Baralacha la ( 16,000 ft), and Zojila pass (11,500 ft)

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Quick Facts:

Temperature:  Day: 8°C to 15°C and Night: -5°C to 3°C

Maximum Altitude:  5,328 m (17,480 ft) at the Taglang La mountain pass.

Difficulty Level: Moderate 

Railway Station: Nearest is the Jammu Tawi Railway Station (700 km)

Airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh

ATM: On a bike tour to Leh Ladakh through the Manali to Leh route, you will find only one ATM at Keylong, but later there are several ATMs at Leh. Stay during your Manali to Leh Bike Trip Accommodation on double (for couples) and triple (for others) sharing basis in Guesthouse/hotel/Camp Meals during your Manali to Leh Bike Trip: Day 2: Dinner Day 3- Day 11: Breakfast Mode of transport during your Manali to Leh Bike Trip: AC Semi sleeper tickets from Delhi to Manali and return (depending on the variant selected) The bikes are provided with fuel from day 2 to day 11  350cc Royal Enfield motorbike for Single riders  500cc Royal Enfield for Double riders

Variants of the package

Cost without Bike & Fuel: INR 35300/- per person Double Rider RE 500cc with Fuel & Helmets: INR 42300/- per person  Single Rider RE 500cc with Fuel & Helmets: INR 48900/- per person

Manali Leh Srinagar Bike Adventure

About the Tour :  

Get ready to make your dream of riding in Ladakh come true in the action-packed bike trip where one would be experiencing the fusion of thrill, serene beauty and culture of the "Land of High Passes", as the entire tour is exclusively elected by Thrillophilia's outdoor experts. This circuit features some of the world’s highest motorable passes with the spectacular beauty of snow-capped mountains, Lakes, rivers on their side while covering these breathtaking destinations, Solang valley, Gata Loops, Zojila pass, Kargil, Magnetic hill, Confluence of Indus, And Zanskar river, Dal lake and much more waiting on the way!

Quick Info:

Route: Delhi - Manali - Jispa - Sarchu - Leh - Nubra via Khardung La Pass - Pangong Lake - Leh - Lamayuru - Kargil - Zojila Pass - Sonamarg - Srinagar.

Duration: 12 Days & 11 Night 

Start Point: Delhi

Passes Covered: Khardung-la (18,000 ft), Chang-la (17,688 ft), Rohtang Pass (16,051 ft), Lachung La(16,600 ft), and Baralacha la ( 16,000 ft)

Manali to Leh Jeep Safari

From the pleasantly hospitable town of Manali, the Manali to Leh Jeep expedition  takes you on a roller coaster drive through distinct geographies portraying diverse geographies. From hill town to high altitude arid desert, this safari is one mega experience.

The Manali to Leh by road traverses over five high altitude Himalayan passes such as Rohtang (3,978m), Keylong (3,350m), and Tanglang La (17,585ft) showcasing an ever changing dynamic landscape that alters from barren lands to lush green pastures. A drive through Skyangchu Thang, the biggest and highest plateau on earth on a stretch of 42kms leaves you breathless. For you to capture moments like these, the safari also includes a brief photography workshop to help arrest high altitude frames with more panache.

By the end of the journey multi-hued prayer flags, Tibetian chortens, and friendly locals would be etched in your memories for a very long time to come.   

Manali To Leh Cycling Tour

About the Destination:

Ladakh is the emergent favorite of travelers, not just from India, but from the entire world. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains on all sides, the beauty of this place is unparalleled, and you will agree to that as soon as you set foot here. And despite being so far off and on the rain shadow side of the Himalayas, Ladakh is very well connected, especially the capital city of Leh. Apart from the main airport in the capital, you can arrive in Ladakh via road too, with highways coming in from Srinagar and from Manali, the latter being one of the most beautiful highways in the country.

And this is another reason why Ladakh is a favorite of adventure junkies. You can ride a bike till here, or can even cycle up to this beautiful land of Leh, some 11,400ft above sea level.

Quick info about Manali To Leh Cycling Tour :

Route: Manali - Marhi - Sissu - Jispa - Patseo - Sarchu - Pang - Tsokar - Rumptse - Leh - Khardung-La - Leh

Duration: 13 Days & 12 Night 

Start point: Manali

Endpoint: Leh

Passes Covered: Rohtang La (3879m), Baralacha La (4892 m), Nakli La (4800m), Lachalung La (5100m), Tanglang La (5350 m), and Khardung La (5602 m)

Leh Sightseeing Tour with Stay at Pangong

About the Activity:

• Make your vacation a special one with this exciting 7 days 6 nights sightseeing tour in Ladakh.
• Ladakh, a muse for writers, a haven for bikers and a perfect getaway for the experience loving travellers! 
• Experience one of the best Ladakh tour packages while you're cuddled in the laps of the mighty Himalayan and Karakorum ranges, it is a destination that is beautified by contrasts!
• During the course of this tour, you will get to explore Sangam, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Nubra valley, Leh and Pangong Tso lake. 
• Explore the amazing beauty of the region with the valleys and the serene surroundings.
• Experience the joy of riding in a double hunk camel in the Nubra valley and enjoy the beauty of the Pangong Tso lake as it slowly changes its colour.
• This Ladakh tour package boasting this destination is deservedly among the gorgeous natural spectacles in the world!
• Conclude your tour after getting transferred to the airport and head back home with wonderful memories from this Ladakh trip.

Duration of the Tour:  7D/6N

Highest Altitude: Khardung La Pass (18,380 feet)

Group Size: 6 PAX

Tour Type: Group Departure

Leh Ladakh to Manali Bike Trip Package 2023 | Flat @ 15% off

Price Variants

Cost with Own Bike: INR 27950 per person Double Rider(2 people sharing 1 bike): INR 34300 per person Single Rider(1 person on 1 bike): INR 41300 per person Group Size-  18 to 20 Participants/ 10 Bikes | Open for Solo or Groups About the Destination The land of high passes, Ladakh is a true beauty and a gift of nature to the already beautiful land of Kashmir in India. Known for being the land of adventures and mysteries, Ladakh has a lot of tricks up its sleeve and reveals them all to its visitors in due time. Home to Ladakhi culture and people, surrounded by some of the most beautiful mountain ranges of the world, and gifted with stunning landscapes like the Dunes of Hundar and Pangong Lake, Ladakh will beckon to you to visit again when you leave. So might as well listen to it About the Trip

• A bike trip through the Ladakh is almost every Indian's dream trip
• Bike trip of Ladakh is not only an Indian but is also an international favorite because of the many high mountain passes here
• Experience the culture of Ladakh and the lifestyle in these harsh conditions of living
• Ride on one of the highest motorable passes in the world, the famous Khardung La
• Visit the grand Pangong Tso Lake, which will easily take your breath away
• Also, visit the Diskit Monastery
• These 10 days will be the forever favorite of your life

Ladakh Sightseeing Tour

• A perfect place to witness the unmatched beauty of nature with all its purity is Ladakh, the land of mountain passes, confluences of rivers and what not.
• Here is a 11 day tour letting you recognize the exact treasures of the district hidden, ranging from the Buddhist monasteries and gompas to war memorials, motor-able passes, unseen fauna and flora etc.
• Diskit, Khardung La Pass, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Kargil or Drass etc are the favourite locations you will cover during the tour. You will be witnessing the vibrant colours of these places which are together weaving the beautiful stories of Ladakh tourism.
• The tour starts from Leh and ends at Leh, a small town of replenishing nature and vibrant markets, local places etc.

Women Only Sightseeing Group Tour of Ladakh

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The crown of India is beautified by Ladakh, the land of high passes, situated in the picturesque state of Jammu and Kashmir. Regarded as an exotic tourist destination, it is a land filled with breath-taking natural beauty and mystique.

From majestic mountain passes and tranquil monasteries to magical lakes, Ladakh trip is sure to take your breath away. During summer, this beautiful region is adorned with a plethora of vibrant colors, but come winter time it is transformed into a snowy white wonderland, often cut off from the rest of the world.

As a destination, Ladakh is replete with every sight imaginable; from sapphire blue lakes to jade green meadows and even dry and arid grasslands serve to make this land of extremes a must-go destination on every traveler's bucket list, and that is the very reason that no one should ever miss the chance of visiting this Paradise. That is why this Ladakh tour package is here to bring everyone on an equal pedestal by bringing together women of a different metal and organizing a women-only trip to Ladakh.

Treat yourself to 6 nights 7 days of mystery with the women-only tour to Ladakh. Start your trip from the charming town of Leh, which will woo you with its quaint markets and charming palaces. Visit the beautiful Sham valley and the ancient monasteries.

Take a trip down to enchanting Nubra valley and visit the famous Diskit Monastery and the Hall of Fame, to experience local culture at its best.

With this one of the unique Ladakh tour packages of ours, lose yourself in the hypnotizing beauty of the colorful Pangong Tso and enjoy a memorable sunrise and sunset by the lake. A thrilling camel safari and drive through the highest motorable road in the world, seems just too good to be true!

Departure Dates:  May (19,25,31), June (6,12,18,24,30), July (6,12,18,24,30),  Aug (5, 11,17,23,29),  Sept (4,10,16,22)

Leh Ladakh Jeep Safari Package from Manali

Known as the most beautiful destinations in the world, Ladakh had been attracting a lot of tourists.   Leh Ladakh jeep safari package is the perfect one for the adventure seekers where they can explore the beauty of region while driving through the barren roads. Each day will hold something new for you during this incredible journey. Soak in the beauty of the region with the mountains, valleys, scenic monasteries etc.

Not just this you also get a chance to learn about the rich culture and traditions of this region. Meet the local people and enjoy a cup of hot tea with them. Visit some of the places like Thiksey Monastery, Shey Monastery, Leh Palaces etc. Don't miss your chance to enjoy the wonderful camping by the Pangong Lake and feel the thrill as you ride through Khardungla, highest motorable road in the world.

People Also Ask About Ladakh

What are the best things to do on a ladakh road trip, what are the best places to see in leh road trip, which route is best for ladakh road trip.

There are 5 best routes for Ladakh road trip: - Chandigarh - Manali - Jispa - Leh/Ladakh - Delhi - Srinagar - Kargil - Leh/Ladakh - Delhi - Amritsar - Dharamshala - Manali - Jispa - Leh/Ladakh - Delhi - Delhi - Leh/Ladakh - Khardung La - Nubra Valley - Chang La - Tso Pangong - Tso Moriri - Tso Kar - Tanglang La - Leh - Delhi - Srinagar - Kargil - Leh/Ladakh - Khardung La - Nubra Valley - Chang La - Tso Pangong - Tso Moriri - Tso Kar - Tanglang La - Sarchu - Manali - Chandigarh.

How can I plan a road trip to Leh Ladakh?

When planning your road trip to Ladakh you can make endless customizations. The first step towards planning is bypassing the whole ride by taking a flight to reach Ladakh. Decide upon your starting point for the ride between Srinagar-Manali, and Chandigarh-Delhi. Choose an approximate route/destination, prepare your vehicle’s insurance and documentation. When you are done with the things mentioned above, pick a reasonable length for the route you will take to enjoy the attractions along the way, plan your food and accommodation, and pack essentials like woolen socks, electrolytes, ID proofs, doctor-prescribed headache tablets, inhaler, portable oxygen cylinders, and power bank.

How is the Ladakh road condition for bike trip?

How much does the ladakh trip cost.

There are multi-adventure trips to Ladakh that are priced differently. For instance, if you choose a road trip to Ladakh from Manali on a bike, for eleven nights and 12 days then the price starts from INR 35,300 per adult. But, if you choose a 7 days/6 nights backpacking tour then you may have to shell out INR 9,950 per adult, or more.

Which is the best month to go for Ladakh road trip?

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You need to have a properly planned itinerary for a trip to Ladakh. So the very first thing is to decide on the time when you want to visit Ladakh. It is ideal to visit during the summers because the winter season is harsh. The next step is to plan the budget by classifying everything. After running good research, calculate your rough estimate and decide on the transportation mode. If you desire to take your vehicle on the tour then get it serviced. Chalk out the schedule and decide on the number of days you will be spending and accordingly make a list of the attractions you wish to explore on the allotted number of days. Lastly, do get permits so that you can visit the gorgeous Nubra Valley, Tso Moriri, and Pangong Tso.

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Heaven, Peace, Silence, and Tranquility at one place? Come and spend a few hours at Pangong Lake in Ladakh! A pristine place in Ladakh marked by subtle to high peaks around, crystal blue waters and the vast expansion catches the eye so much, so long as if a magic is happening right in front of the eyes. Let our Ladakh holiday packages transport you to this mesmerizing destination, where nature's grandeur unfolds in every corner.Pangong Lake, also known as Pangong Tso, lies calmly at a breathtaking elevation of 14,270 feet. Interestingly, the lake is 12 km long and marks itself between the laps of India and China. Rather, 60% of the portion is stretching in the neighboring nation and this excites every traveler to be here.The surreal clean blue waters are actually brackish or salty in nature and this feature doesn’t let any aquatic life survive in the same. Moreover, the temperature range between -30 to -10 degrees make even this salty lake freeze with thick ice sheets, which is quite opposite in case of salt ridden water bodies.This picturesque landscape location enhances its beauty with the arrival of migrating birds every year and attracts many travelers in search of adventure, photographs, bird-watching and chilling experience. Pangong has another unique and catchy feature; when it acts like a chameleon and changes its color from blue to green to even grey at times. The brackish water of Pangong attracts the migratory birds every year during winters in Ladakh.

One of the most beautiful parts of the moonscapes of Ladakh, Nubra Valley is a deep-cut gorge created by the combined effects of Shyok and Nubra (Siachen) rivers. A high altitude cold desert, Nubra Valley is actually an extension of the Tibetan Plateau (Qing-Zang Plateau) that starts in China and extends up to Ladakh. This valley in the plateau separates the Ladakh Range from the Karakoram Range. But more than anything, Nubra Valley is the most beautiful region in all of Ladakh. Home to wonders like the Diskit Monastery,Hunder Sand Dunes, Samstanling Gompa, Yarab Tso Lake, and the villages of Turtuk and Panamik.Located about 160 km from Leh, the capital of Ladakh, Nubra Valley is a great attraction to all those who come here. The gateway to the upper reaches of the country, especially Siachen, Nubra Valley has an oasis of a town in the heart, Diskit, making a great place to stop you and reflect at the beauty around. And while you are at it, take a short detour to the famous white sand dunes of Hunder. The shapes and forms that these dunes take during different times of the year mesmerize every visitor who comes here. To make it further interesting, there are the double-humped Bactrian Camels, offering rides through the dunes.And when it turns dusky, head to the Diskit Monastery and visit the towering statue of Maitreya Buddha which looks over the entire valley and blesses it for another day to come.Planning a Trip to Ladakh, Experience of Chadar Trek - The Frozen River Trek

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• 8 Tourist Circuits Of Ladakh To Cover The Best In 2024

23 Mar 2023

Known for awe-inspiring landscapes, unique culture, crystal clear blue lakes, picture perfect gompas, and festivals of Ladakh, the northernmost territory of India is every avid Indian traveler’s dream destination. And the best tourist circuits of Ladakh and Leh give every reason for the same to hold true.

But before we get down with the discussion of the famous tourism circuits of Ladakh, let us have a look at the major tourist places here.

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Must Read: 47 Places To Visit In Leh Ladakh For A Spell Binding Vacation In The Year

Best Places To Visit In Leh Ladakh

• Leh city: Zorawar Fort, Leh Palace, Tsemo Castle, Central Asian Museum, Hall of Fame museum, Shanti Stupa, Thiksey Monastery, Namgyal Tsemo Monastery, and Spituk Monastery
• Pangong: Pangong Tso Lake and Sun Temple
• Nubra Valley: Diskit Monastery, Samstanling Monastery, Panamik Hot Springs, and Hunder Sand Dunes
• Tsomoriri: Tsomoriri Wetland Conservation Reserve and Tsomoriri Lake
• Sham Valley: Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Alchi Monastery & Prayer Wheels, Alchi Bridge, and Magnetic Hills in Ladakh
• Hemis: Hemis Monastery, Hemis National Park, Shey Palace, Shey Monastery, and Stok Monastery
• Lamayuru: Lamayuru Monastery, Moonland, Wanla Gompa, and Uleytokpo basecamp
• Kargil: Kargil City Viewpoint, Vijay Diwas Memorial, Gandhi Park, Munshi Aziz Bhat Museum, and Lord Buddha Statue
• Hanle: Hanle Monastery and Indian Astronomical Observatory
• Khardung La: Khardung La Pass, Khardung La Gompa, and Khardung La War Memorial
• Markha Valley: Tacha Gompa and Hankar Fortress Ruins
• Drass Valley: Zoji La Pass, Manman Top, Chor Kiat Forest, Laser La, Dongchik village, Brigade War Gallery, and Tiger Hill

8 Best Tourist Circuits Of Ladakh

Your Leh Ladakh tour needs to be well-planned. And these tourist circuits will help you decide what all attractions to cover in your tour. Have a look at these circuits to plan your trip.

1. Manali (1N) – Sarchu (1N) – Leh (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra Valley (1N) – Leh (1N) – Kargil (1N) – Srinagar (1N)

One of the best Leh Ladakh tour packages of 9 nights and 10 days, this tour circuit covers most of the tourist places in Ladakh. The tour begins from Manali. After covering some of the popular places to visit in Manali , the road trip moves on to Leh and finally concludes in Srinagar – the heart of Kashmir.

Trip duration: 9 nights 10 days

Average package cost: INR 45,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

Interested in this tour? Take This Leh Ladakh Tour Package From Manali To Srinagar

2. Srinagar (1N) – Kargil (1N) – Leh (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra Valley (1N) – Leh (1N) – Sarchu (1N) – Manali (1N)

Quintessentially the same itinerary, this tour primarily differs in the order. But what really sets this tour apart is the option that the travelers get after the completion of the tour. Since this tour ends in Manali, one can extend the trip by a day or two and cover some of the popular things to do in Manali . Also, the trip offers a gradual temperature change from moderate to very low.

Suggested Read: 7 Bullets Narrating Our Tales Of Ladakh

3. Leh (1N) – Sham Valley & Alchi (1N) – Leh (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra Valley (1N) – Leh (1N) – Tsomoriri (1N) – Leh (1N)

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If it is the raw adventure that you seek from your tour of Leh and Ladakh, then this is just the right tour for you. The offbeat Leh Ladakh tour majorly differs in that it also offers camping in Tso Moriri & Pangong and Chumathang hot water springs near Tso Moriri Lake.

Average package cost: INR 40,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

Does this circuit interest you? Plan An Offbeat Tour Of Leh Ladakh Including Tso Moriri

4. Srinagar (1N) – Kargil (1N) – Leh (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra Valley (1N) – Leh (1N)

For those who fancy the idea of night stay in tents as in the above itinerary, there’s an option of taking the delightful 7 nights 8 days Leh Ladakh tour with campstay . The tour begins in Srinagar and, after passing through Kargil and popular places of Leh & Ladakh, concludes in Leh.

Trip duration: 7 nights 8 days

Average package cost: INR 30,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties and camps)

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5. Leh (1N) – Nubra Valley (1N) – Leh (1N) – Sham Valley & Alchi (day tour) – Leh(1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N)

And in case you want to restrict yourself to the Leh area, you can include Sham Valley & Alchi in your itinerary with this 6 nights and 7 days Ladakh tour .

Trip duration: 6 nights 7 days

Average package cost: INR 24,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

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6. Leh(1N) – Pangong (day tour) – Leh(1N) – Khardung La (day tour) – Leh(2N) – Sham Valley (day tour) – Kargil(1N) – Sonamarg (day tour) – Srinagar(1N)

A more economical variation of the 6 nights 7 days Leh Ladakh tour could be one with day tours of Pangong, Khardung La, Sham Valley, and Sonamarg. This tour covers a wider area – beginning from Leh and ending at Srinagar.

Average package cost: INR 25,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

Suggested Read: An All Boys Trip To Ladakh That Led To A Perfect Adventure!

7. Leh(1N) – KhardungLa (day tour) – Leh(1N) – Pangong (day tour) – Leh(1N) – Sham Valley (day tour) – Leh(1N)

A shorter tour of Leh & Ladakh of 4 nights & 5 days covers Leh and its surrounding areas. With day tours to all nearby places, this ladakh tour offers stay options only in Leh.

Trip duration: 4 nights 5 days

Average package cost: INR 18,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

Suggested Read: Adventure Trip To Ladakh: Bike Lovers Ride Around Scenic Ladakh On Two Wheels

8. Jammu (1N) – Srinagar (1N) – Kargil (1N) – Sham Valley & Alchi (1N) – Leh (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra (1N) – Leh (1N) – Tsomoriri (1N) – Sarchu (1N) – Manali (1N)

If you have all the time in the world – or a couple of weeks – for your Leh Ladakh tour, then you can also include Jammu, Srinagar, and even Manali in your itinerary. And what’s special about this particular tour is that you get to spend ample time and stay overnight in each destination covered.

Trip duration: 12 nights 13 days

Average package cost: INR 55,000 per person (with stay in 3-star properties)

Suggested Read: Trip To Ladakh: When In Ladakh, Always Expect The Unexpected!

Other Important Information For Planning A Trip To Leh Ladakh

Here is some more information that would help you in planning your trip to these circuits better. Read on to know more about when is the perfect time to visit this place.

Best time to visit Ladakh

Whether you wish to go trekking in Ladakh or take a tour of the tourist attractions, June to August is the best season.

But for those who wish to take the Chadar trek , January and February are the right months for you.

Suggested Read: Head To Ladakh In Winter For An Adventure Of A Lifetime

Hotels In Ladakh

If you are wondering where to stay on your trip to Ladakh, then here are some options that you can consider. Have a look at the following places.

1. Hotel Chube: Your Homely Abode In The Himalayas

Location: Lambon Road, Chube, Leh-Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir

What’s special: The open area with easy chairs to spend chilly evenings relaxing and gossiping.

Suggested suite: Rooms located on the first floor

Tariff: INR 2,400 onwards, per night

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Suggested Read: Ladakh In April: When Your Adventurous Heart Yearns For The Himalayas!

2. Hotel Ladakh Greens: Luxury At An Affordable Price

Location: Lower Tukcha Road, Leh-Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir

What’s special: The aesthetic garden setting where you can enjoy your meals and relax.

Suggested suite: Classic Studio Room

Tariff: INR 3,500 onwards, per night

Suggested Read: 11 Experiences That Make Ladakh In May A Heartwarming Trip

3. The Grand Dragon Ladakh: Get Pampered In The Lap Of Nature

Location: Old Road, Sheynam, Leh-Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir

What’s special: The best of world cuisines at the terrace restaurant for an over-the-top eating experience.

Suggested suite: Balcony rooms at the rear of the hotel

Tariff: INR 13,200 onwards, per night

Suggested Read: 10 Hotels In Leh Ladakh For A Cozy Stay: Luxury And Budget Options

Homestays In Ladakh

If you are looking for budget stays then you can consider the following options. These homestays in Ladakh are affordable and comfortable.

1. Gangba Homestay, Upper Tukcha Road, Leh

Tariff: INR 150 onwards

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2. Tukchu Homestay, Changspa, Below Shanti Stupa, Leh

Tariff: INR 1000 onwards

3. Ladakh View Homestay, Old Leh, Near Leh Palace, Leh

Tariff: INR 2900

Camping In Ladakh

In addition to the homestays and hotels in Ladakh, there are several campsites where one can stay on their trip to Leh Ladakh. Nubra Valley, Pangong, Sham Valley, Alchi, Sarchu, and Tsomoriri are the most popular campsites in Ladakh.

Suggested Read: River Rafting In Ladakh: Here’s A Handy Guide To Help You Do It Right

Tips For Tourists

Before planning an excursion to Ladakh you must surely know these following tips and suggestions that will surely help you in enjoying your vacation in this beautiful place:

• You must be aware about the climatic conditions during the time you are planning your visit
• If you are an international visitor then you need to apply for permit in advance
• Make sure that you don’t have altitude sickness
• Do carry common medicines
• Pack heavy woollen clothes
• Carry extra battery and power bank etc. to capture the beauty of this place with any interruption
• Do indulge in some adventurous expeditions for the best experience
• Its wiser to plan your trip during summer months

Further Read: 40 Best Things To Do In Ladakh That You Can’t Afford To Miss !

What are you waiting for? So, which of these tourist Circuits of Ladakh do you wish to cover first? Let us know and we’ll help you with your trip to Ladakh . You can also get an itinerary drafted exclusively according to your preferences. 

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tourist Circuits Of Ladakh

Which month is best to visit Leh Ladakh?

The months from March through June is the best time to visit Leh Ladakh.

Is Ladakh open for tourists?

Ladakh is open to visit by road via the Manali-Leh road from may or June to October or November when there is no snow on the roads. From April to November the Srinagar-Leh road is open but from December to February the Zoji Pass is closed.

What is Ladakh famous for?

Ladakh is an union territory in India which is famous for its rugged mountains, Buddhist monasteries, crystal blue lakes and all in all breathtaking sceneries.

Do Indians need a visa for Ladakh?

No, Indians don’t need visas to visit Ladakh since it is a part of the country.

How many days are enough for Leh Ladakh?

Ideally the best sites of Leh Ladakh can be covered in 5 to 7 days.

Do we need a permit for Leh?

Indian citizens not from Jammu & Kashmir need an Inner Line Permit and foreigners need Ladakh Protected Area Permit (PAP) before entering this region.

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Road Trip from Delhi to Leh Ladakh – A Complete Guide

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Are you wondering how to plan a road trip from Delhi to Leh Ladakh? You’ve come to the right place! Here’s a complete guide to help you plan your road trip to Leh Ladakh from Delhi.

Nothing can beat the road trip to Ladakh when it comes to road-tripping. This is one road trip in India that tops the bucket list for India .

This Leh Ladakh trip from Delhi brags about challenging and treacherous snow-carpeted passes like Rohtang La, Baralacha La, Khardung La, Chang La, and Zoji La, deep valleys, high altitude plains (Morey Plains), and unending glistening streams. It’s absolutely the stuff dreams are made of.

With stunning landscapes, unpaved and challenging roads, and low oxygen levels; this road trip sure is a master-stroke for adventure travelers.

While traveling to Ladakh is once in a lifetime affair but it’s not at all easy.

Best Time to Visit Leh Ladakh

With moderate temperatures and perfect weather conditions; April, May, June, and September are the best months to visit Leh Ladakh. Leh Manali Highway remains closed during the winter season.

Planning an Itinerary For a Road Trip to Leh Ladakh From Delhi

A road trip , or for that matter any trip starts at home. The most important thing to do before embarking on any journey is to chalk out a rough itinerary.

First, figure out whether you want to go via Manali and come back via Srinagar or the other way around.

Both ways, it takes 3 days to reach Ladakh. In total, 6 days on the road.

Now, choose the places you want to see and the number of days you can devote. A perfect trip to Leh-Ladakh should range from 12-14 days.

And if you wanna witness the amazing Spiti Valley , add 4-5 days to your itinerary.

Delhi to Leh by Road: Road Map

There are two route options for traveling from Delhi to Leh by car:

Delhi to Leh Route Via Leh-Manali Highway

Route 1: Delhi – Chandigarh – Manali – Leh

Road Map: Delhi – Chandigarh – Manali – Rohtang – Gramphu – Kokhsar – Keylong – Jispa – Darcha – Zingzingbar – Baralacha La – Bharatpur – Sarchu – Gata Loops – Nakee La – Lachulung La – Pang – Tanglang La – Gya – Upshi – Karu – Leh

Distance: 960 km

Driving Time: 24 hours

Delhi to Leh Route Via Srinagar-Leh Highway or NH1

Route 2: Delhi – Ludhiana – Srinagar – Leh

Road Map: Delhi – Ludhiana – Jalandhar – Pathankot – Jammu – Patnitop – Anantnag -Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zoji La – Dras – Kargil – Lamayuru – Alchi – Nimmoo – Leh

Distance: 1228 km

Driving Time: 27 hours

We drove from Delhi to Ladakh via the Manali-Leh Highway and drove back from Leh to Delhi via the (NH1) Leh-Srinagar Highway.

Pahalgam was a bit out of the way but we added it to our itinerary because of our sheer desire to witness the kaleidoscopic vistas of the valley. Our road trip itinerary blends two of the most fascinating and beautiful destinations – Kashmir and Ladakh of India into one.

Preparing a Car for the Delhi to Leh Road Trip

I was under the impression that a road trip to Ladakh needs an SUV but was stunned to see people driving Nano, Maruti 800, i20, and Santro on the road to Leh.

If you are thinking of renting a car , I would definitely recommend renting a 4×4 vehicle as it’ll make your trip easier.

Get your vehicle serviced before embarking on this tedious journey.

It’s essential to keep the complete toolkit with a puncture repair kit, foot pump, and extra fuel in a container.

My friend’s car got punctured near Lachung La Pass and surprisingly, not even a single car stopped to help.

One major tool from the toolkit was missing and it created havoc. My friend’s husband walked or rather climbed a few km to get help.

It was scary.

Please be sure to pack the car essentials when traveling on lifeless roads like these. Don’t forget to keep the RC and pollution certificate in the car.

Things to Pack for Ladakh

The weather in the Ladakh region is erratic. Days are hot while nights are chilly.

Icy cold winds cut through you, more if you choose to stay in tented accommodation.

Pack an equal number of warm and summer clothes (depending on the number of days), a good raincoat or windcheater , sun caps , glasses , sweaters or jackets (at least two warm and one light jacket), and sunscreen lotion .

If possible carry a small tent with a sleeping bag for an emergency as the roads are unpredictable and you never know when road closures leave you marooned on the road.

Carry two to three pairs of shoes because playing in the snow at passes can dampen your shoes.

It’s utterly important to pack a first-aid kit with all the required medicines and a portable oxygen cylinder .

Other essentials include photocopies of your ID card and Inner line permit documents .

Do carry loads of camphor as it’s a real Catholicon to treat Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).

Permits for Ladakh

Only a certain number of vehicles are allowed to cross Rohtang Pass per day. So, please get a permit for your travel date in advance to avoid disappointment.

Permits are issued by DC in Kullu . It can be applied online too.

An inner line permit is required if you are planning to visit the border areas like Chushul which is issued by DC in Leh or can be applied for online .

Food Options on the Way

Stuff your car with 2-3 cartons of bottled mineral water , as one needs to be hydrated all the time because of the low-oxygen environment.

Store dry snacks (avoid salty stuff) like cookies, chocolates, candies, and dry fruits. Turnip and Radish prove to be curative in high-altitude areas.

There are plenty of dhabas (roadside food stalls) along the way. Food options include tea, coffee, paranthas, rajma-rice, momos, sandwiches, chowmein, and of course Maggi.

There are some fine restaurants you’ll bump into during the road trip but nothing like eating at a roadside food stall as it gives a real road trip feel.

Expenditure

The total cost depends on the set of hotels you choose for your stay. We chose homestays and mid-range hotels which proved to be good.

In addition to accommodation, other expenses include fuel charges (INR 15,000 or USD 183 approx.), road taxes or tolls (INR 2,000 or USD 25 approx.), and food (INR 12,000 or USD 146 approx.). Our cumulative expenses (2 adults + 1 child) reached around INR 56,000 or USD 700 approx.

Day By Day Itinerary of Road Trip to Leh Ladakh From Delhi

Delhi to leh via manali-leh highway (958 km), day 1: driving from delhi to manali.

Route: Delhi – Chandigarh – Manali (531 km | 12 hours 30 minutes)

Today, you’d be on the road, mostly. It takes around 13 hours to reach Manali from Delhi provided you don’t stop anywhere. With pitstops and breaks which you are bound to take, it takes more time, obviously.

You can enjoy some of the best things Manali has to offer if you arrive early or else, can relax and rest.

Overnight at Manali .

Recommended Hotels in Manali: Snow Bliss Manali | Snow Valley Resorts Manali | Baragarh Resort and Spa

Click Here to Find the Best Deals on Hotels in Manali

Day 2 : Driving from Manali to Tandi

Route: Manali- Palchan – Kothi – Gulaba – Marhi – Rani Nala  – Rohtang – Gramphu – Khoksar– Sissu – Tandi ( 110 km | 3 hours 30 minutes)

We relished momos, rajma-rice, and a hot cup of tea at a Dhaba in Khoksar (Lahaul Valley), refueled the cars at a petrol pump in Tandi (last on this route, so quite crucial), and stopped by to witness the beautiful confluence of Chandra and Bhaga rivers at Tandi.

Edit: We traveled to Ladakh in 2017 when the Atal Tunnel was yet to be constructed. Atal Tunnel (9.02 km) connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti. It cuts short the road distance by 46 km between Manali and Leh. This reduces the driving time by 4 to 5 hours.

Updated Day 2 Route via Atal Tunnel: Manali – Palchan – Burwa – Teling – Sissu – Tandi (66 km | 2 hours)

Overnight at Tandi (camps).

Pro Tip: If you choose to spend the night at Jispa, you can save a day. This way, you’ll drive to Jispa on day 2 and drive from Jispa to Leh on day 3.

Recommended Campsite in Tandi, Kyelang: Tandi Sarai

Day 3: Driving from Tandi to Sarchu

Route: Tandi- Keylong – Jispa – Darcha – Deepak Tal – Patsio – Zingzing Bar – Suraj Tal – Baralacha La – Bharatpur – Sarchu (116 km | 3 hours 30 minutes)

Don’t rush, you don’t visit places like these every day. Deepak Tal and Suraj Tal are the preferred stops on the way. These turquoise lakes are mesmerizing and each one has a story to tell!

Savoring Maggi (literally, a lifesaver in mountain ranges) at Zingzing bar before ascending the mighty Baralacha La was a much-needed break for us.

Crossing Baralacha La (second highest pass on the Manali-Leh Highway) is an experience in itself.

Overnight at Sarchu (camps).

Click Here to Find Out the Campsites in Sarchu, Himachal Pradesh

Day 4: Driving from Sarchu to Leh

Route: Sarchu- Gata Loops – Nakee La – Lachulung La – Pang – More Plains – Tanglang La – Rumtse – Upshi – Karu – Leh (250 km | 6 hours 40 minutes)

Most of the places during our day 3 journey tempted us to get out of the car to enjoy the virgin nature.

Gata Loops ( 21 hairpin bends), Nakee La and Lachulung La (high mountain passes), Pang (this is where one starts feeling high altitude sickness and this is where colors of Ladakh become more conspicuous), More Plains (the unceasing stretch of plains at such high altitude enveloped by mountain ranges comes as a surprise and seems unnatural and stunning), Tanglang La (second highest pass as claimed), and Upshi (police checkpoint to mark your arrival to or departure from Leh); all the places need your attention.

Overnight at Leh. It’s advisable to take rest for a day to better acclimatize to a low-oxygen environment.

Recommended Hotels in Leh: The Grand Dragon Ladakh | Gomang Boutique Hotel

Recommended Local Homestay in Leh, Ladakh: Tukchu Homestay in Leh, Ladakh (We stayed at Tukchu , and loved it to the core!)

Click Here to Find Out the Best Deals on Hotels in Leh, Ladakh.

Explore Leh-Ladakh

Day 5: driving from leh to pangong tso and back to leh.

Route: Leh – Karu – Sakti – Chang La    – Durbuk  – Tangtse – Lukung – Pangong Tso (223 km | 5 hours 30 minutes)

Enjoyed the snowball fight (why should kids have all the fun?) at the mighty Chang La Pass . Staying for more than 10 minutes can make you feel sick (low oxygen levels).

One can plan a night’s stay at Pangong Tso to truly witness the breathtaking exquisiteness of the lake and watch the classic sunrise and sunset over the artistic landscape.

We, because of the kids, resisted the temptation and decided to come back to Leh the same day. Though we witnessed the beautiful sunset at Chang La.

Overnight at Leh.

Day 6: Driving from Leh to Nubra Valley and Back to Leh

Route: Leh – Khardung La- Diskit – Hunder (126 km | 3 hours 30 minutes)

Spend some time at Khardung La Pass, a gateway to the Shyok and Nubra valleys. At an altitude of 18,379 ft, it’s known to be the highest motorable pass in the world.

Bacterial Camel Safari at Hunder (kids adore it) and a visit to the gorgeous monastery with the tallest Buddha statue at Diskit are must-do activities. Plus, you can enjoy the views of the beautiful Shyok River. If you are on a laid-back vacation, you can choose to spend a night at Hunder / Diskit . We had to rush to cover the maximum number of places in numbered days.

Day 7: Exploring Leh City

We’ll do local sightseeing and how can we forget shopping at Leh.

There’s nothing like relishing the local culture of the place you are visiting.

Some of the places worth visiting in Leh include – Thicksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fame, Stok Palace (not for the museum but for the special momos prepared in the royal kitchen), Shey Palace , and Druk Padma Karpo School (Rancho’s School).

Overnight at Leh .

Return Journey – Leh to Delhi via Leh-Srinagar Highway (1231 km)

Day 8: driving from leh to sonamarg.

Route: Leh – Nimmu – Lamayuru – Kargil – Drass – Zoji La – Sonamarg (344 km | 8 hours)

A confluence of Zanskar and Indus at Nimmu , Lamayuru Monastery , Lunar Landscapes ,  Gurudwara Pather Sahib , Magnetic Hills , and Kargil War Memorial (Vijaypath) are must-see places in this route.

Enjoy the beautiful landscapes en route.

Hold your breath as you cross one of the most dangerous mountain roads in the world, Zoji La Pass . It connects Ladakh to Kashmir. The pass is closed from November to March due to extreme weather conditions.

Night Stay at Sonamarg .

Recommended Hotel in Sonamarg: Hotel Village Walk

Day 9: Driving from Sonamarg to Srinagar and Exploring Srinagar

Route: Sonamarg – Ganderbal – Srinagar (80 km | 2 hours 15 minutes)

Spend your day exploring Lal Chowk , Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, and Pari Mahal at Srinagar.

We shopped for authentic Kashmiri handicrafts at the J&K Tourism Art Emporium . Lal Chowk is famous for its dry fruit shopping. Do try walnut fudge at Hazratbal Bakery .

Night Stay at Srinagar .

Recommended Hotels in Srinagar: The Orchard Retreat & Spa   | Four Points by Sheraton Srinagar | The Lalit Grand Palace Srinagar

Click Here to Check Out Unique Houseboat Stays in Srinagar.

Day 10: Driving from Srinagar to Pahalgam and Exploring Pahalagam

Route: Srinagar – Pahalgam (90 km | 3 hours )

It’s magical to Immerse in the beauty of the Valley of Shepherds . Located on the bank of the Lidder River , Pahalgam is a real treat for your eyes and soul.

Beautiful spots like Baisaran, Aru Valley, Lidder Valley, Betaab Valley , and many more spellbind you.

Hiking on a horse to the magical highland vistas of a tiny village called Aru is something you shouldn’t miss! Friendly horsemen with their lovely stories make the ride one of a kind.

Overnight at Pahalgam

Recommended Hotels in Pahalgam: WelcomHotel Pine N Peak | Heevan Pahalgam | Royal Hilton Pahalgam | The Villagio

Day 11: Driving from Pahalgam to Jammu

Route: Pahalgam- Anantnag – Patnitop – Jammu ( 252 km | 7 hours 15 minutes)

Patnitop or Patni Top is a beautiful hill resort. You can choose to spend a day here if you’ve time. We didn’t have enough time to enjoy the beauty of this hilltop tourist destination so drove to Jammu for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Jammu

Recommended Hotels in Jammu: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Jammu | K C Residency Jammu | Zone by the Park Jammu

Day 12: Driving from Jammu to Delhi

Route: Jammu – Pathankot- Jalandhar – Ludhiana – Ambala – Karnal – Panipat – Delhi (589 km | 10 hours 20 minutes)

The drive is long and not at all scenic. Start early. There are plenty of restaurants, dhabas, and cafes on the way.

Wondering where to stay in Delhi?   Check out the best hotels to stay in Delhi .

What to do in Delhi?

If it’s your first time in Delhi, there’s so much to explore in and around Delhi. Check out the best places to visit in Delhi . If history tickles you, we suggest visiting Humayun’s Tomb , Tughlaqabad Fort , and Safdarjung Tomb in Delhi.

Are you a street art lover? Delhi has got you covered! Take a stroll around the open-air art museum, Lodhi Art District in Delhi and admire the imaginations of street artists from all around the world.

If traveling to Delhi with kids, Shankar’s International Doll Museum in Delhi is a place to be.

Major Attractions That We Missed on the Leh Ladakh Car Trip

List of some of the beautiful places which we couldn’t witness but you can definitely plan to:

• Zanskar Valley (detour from Kargil to Padum)
• Marsimik La (3 hours from Pangong Tso, needs an extra day)
• Tso Moriri (240 km from Leh)
• Spiti Valley (Manali – Solang Valley – Rohtang Pass – Gramphu – Khoksar – Gramphu – Kunzum Pass – Kaza)

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18 thoughts on “Road Trip from Delhi to Leh Ladakh – A Complete Guide”

Thank you for reading!I appreciate it 🙂

That sounds like a really nice trip, lovely views! I would love to take photos there! Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for reading! You would love taking pictures at Ladakh as it’s known to be a photographer’s heaven!

The campsite looks like you’re in some foggy wonderland! I would love to be able to visit there sometime soon! Thank you for sharing!

What a beautiful journey! Thank you for sharing. We spent almost 4 weeks in India in January and drove 3000km in a tuk tuk from Ft. Kochin to Jaisalmer. It was extraordinary and we have been looking at going back. I think we would love this drive, thank you for the tips.

Thank you, Darcee! I’m so glad you loved your trip to India. You should surely try this road trip next time when you are here. Do let me know if you need any help in planning this epic road trip 🙂

wow Anjali, you took me on a virtual trip to Ladakh. One of my another bucket list is to drive upto there all by myself. Lets see how soon can i make it possible. Very well scripted.

Wow..I think in my head I hv already travelled to Manali Leh Ladakh Srinagar Jammu and I am back home… wonderful way of writing.. beautiful pictures..thx for all the tips and details of every place…guyz but you travelled in pre covid era..is it’s still same I hv my doubts..plz help….

That’s amazing. It feels so overwhelming when our write up connects with the readers and they find helpful. Yes we did travel in pre-Covid time and are waiting for things to improve to head back again. But post-Covid there will be the precautions that need to be taken of social distancing and masks.

The wonderful word-by-word picturisation of every minute and detailed information has proven to be immensely helpful for me to plan my second visit to Leh, Laddakh(the last happened to be in Aug’1993. Undoubtedly and unquestionably, Anjali your pen-down skills are impeccable. God bless you n your lovely travel-mate, your cute daughter.

So happy to hear that. We are glad that we could help you plan a trip to Ladakh. It gives us satisfaction that our efforts are appreciated. Feel motivated. Thanks

We are gleaming with joy hearing your kind words. Thank you for all the wishes and blessings. Hope you had a wonderful trip.

In fact you have discovered the essence of life and the way one should live like. Thank you so much for the valuable guidance and a worth experiencing the experience of yours which has filled the imaginations of my 4th coming visit to Ladakh and Kashmir. Thank you so much for your pain is taking efforts and value ab feedback. God bless you. Dev Ashish Boss New Delhi

Hi, Just wondering what currency your estimated costs are in? I loved you post and we are looking to head this way April next year. Also did you drive yourselves?

thanks Nell

The costs are in Indian rupees. I should have mentioned it. My bad. I’ll update it and will include the estimate in USD too. No, we hired a professional driver with good experience driving on challenging terrain. The car was ours. However, my friend’s husband (my friend and her family accompanied us on the trip) was confident enough to drive on high-altitude terrain, so he managed to drive the car himself.

Found your post interesting to read. Good Luck for the upcoming update.This article is really very interesting.

I have done road trips from Bangalore to Coorg and Ooty and other places around Bangalore many a times. My bucket list is Manali to Leh. While I know the experience on a two-wheeler is unparalleled, I am more comfortable driving and am planning to rent a car from some car rental companies like Zoomcar. What do you suggest?

Hello Parth,

Thanks for reaching out. Renting a car, preferabely SUV or 4X4, for a road trip from Manali to Leh is a good idea.

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10 Ultimate road trip routes in India for 2024

R oad trips offer the perfect opportunity to explore the country's rich culture, breathtaking scenery, and vibrant communities. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking adventure, India has a road trip to suit every traveller's taste. Let's dive into the top 10 road trips you must experience in 2024!

Leh-Ladakh Circuit: See stunning mountains and cool monasteries

One of the most popular road trip routes in India. Experience the peace and adventures of the Himalayas together on the Leh-Ladakh circuit! Drive through towering mountains, pass by turquoise lakes like Pangong Tso, and witness the unique culture of Ladakh. Don't miss out on exploring ancient monasteries perched on rugged cliffs, like Thiksey and Hemis. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you navigate through winding roads and high-altitude passes, discovering the raw beauty of this remote region.

Distance: Varies depending on starting point, but typically around 2,000-2,500 kilometres round trip from Delhi.

Places to Visit: Leh, Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Magnetic Hill, Diskit Monastery, Thiksey Monastery, Hemis Monastery.

Preferred vehicle for trip: SUVs or motorcycles with good ground clearance and reliability due to rough terrain and high altitude.

Manali to Spiti Valley: Check out snowy peaks and ancient monasteries

Picture yourself driving through rough terrain, crossing tall mountain passes, and being amazed by the untouched beauty of Spiti. While you're there, make sure to stop by ancient Buddhist monasteries like Key and Tabo. Keep your eyes peeled for rare animals like snow leopards and Himalayan ibex. You'll be blown away by the breathtaking views and fascinating history of this Himalayan area.

Distance: Approximately 400 kilometres round trip from Manali to Kaza.

Places to Visit: Rohtang Pass, Kunzum Pass, Key Monastery, Tabo Monastery, Dhankar Monastery, Chandratal Lake.

Preferred vehicle for trip: SUVs or motorcycles capable of handling mountainous terrain and narrow roads.

Mumbai to Goa Coastal Route: Enjoy beaches, forts, and yummy seafood

If you're up for a fun road trip straight out of a movie, head from Mumbai to Goa! You'll be in for a treat with all the sun, sand, and sea along the way. Drive along the beautiful Konkan coast, passing by fishing villages and stunning beaches. Treat yourself to delicious seafood and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Goa, where you'll make unforgettable memories.

Distance: Around 600-700 kilometers depending on the route taken.

Places to Visit: Alibaug, Ratnagiri, Ganpatipule, Malvan, Palolem Beach, Dudhsagar Falls.

Preferred vehicle for trip: Sedans, SUVs, or motorcycles suitable for highway driving and occasional off-road detours.

Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur): Visit famous landmarks and shop in bustling markets

If you want to dive into the culture of North India, the Golden Triangle route is perfect for you! It takes you through the three most culturally vibrant cities. Check out the amazing Taj Mahal in Agra, stroll around lively streets in Delhi, and soak up the royal vibes of Jaipur. You'll see everything from busy markets in Old Delhi to grand forts in Rajasthan, giving you a taste of India's rich history, culture, and stunning architecture.

Distance: Approximately 600-700 kilometres round trip from Delhi.

Places to Visit: Delhi (Red Fort, Jama Masjid), Agra (Taj Mahal, Agra Fort), Jaipur (Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal).

Preferred vehicle for trip: Sedans, SUVs, or motorcycles suitable for highway driving and urban navigation.

Bangalore to Coorg: Dive into coffee plantations and lush forests

Exploring from Bangalore to Coorg on a road trip is a real treat for nature lovers! Coorg, one of the top hill stations in the South, is situated in the Western Ghats, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. As you drive, you'll pass through picturesque coffee plantations, where you can take in the fresh mountain air and marvel at stunning waterfalls like Abbey Falls and Iruppu Falls. Make sure to savour the aromatic Coorg coffee, take leisurely walks through the lush forests, and soak up the serene beauty of this charming hill station.

Distance: Around 250 kilometres one way from Bangalore to Madikeri.

Places to Visit: Madikeri, Abbey Falls, Raja's Seat, Namdroling Monastery, Talakaveri.

Preferred vehicle for trip: Sedans or SUVs for comfortable highway driving and navigating hilly terrain.

Kolkata to Sundarbans: Spot tigers and explore mangrove forests

Cruise along the tranquil waters of the Ganges, spot majestic Royal Bengal tigers and explore the mysterious mangrove forests. Dive into the rich culture of the Sundarbans' fishing communities, and learn about conservation efforts in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, making memories in the untamed beauty of nature.

Distance: Approximately 100-150 kilometres one way from Kolkata to Sundarbans.

Places to Visit: Sundarbans National Park, Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary, Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower.

Preferred vehicle for trip: SUVs or motorcycles for navigating rural roads and occasional off-road tracks.

Chennai to Pondicherry: Chill on beaches and try French food

This road trip is one of India's best because the journey itself is full of memories and experiences, even more than the destination. Along the way, you'll see amazing beaches in Southern India and can stop for some fresh coconut whenever you want. The East Coast Road is in great shape for driving or riding. Once you're there, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Pondicherry, check out the spiritual community of Auroville, and just chill in the calm vibes of this coastal town.

Distance: Around 150 kilometres one way from Chennai to Pondicherry.

Places to Visit: Auroville, Promenade Beach, Aurobindo Ashram, Matrimandir.

Preferred vehicle for trip: Sedans or SUVs for comfortable highway driving.

Ahmedabad to Kutch: See the white desert and enjoy cultural festivals

Travelling on Ahmedabad to Kutch be prepared to be mesmerised by the surreal beauty of the Rann of Kutch. Feast your eyes on the expansive white desert and experience the vibrant culture of the Kutchi people. Dive into the excitement of the Rann Utsav festivities, where you'll immerse yourself in music, dance, and tradition. Don't miss the breathtaking sunsets painting the horizon, providing the perfect backdrop for creating cherished memories in this one-of-a-kind landscape.

Distance: Typically around 600-700 kilometres round trip from Ahmedabad.

Places to Visit: Rann of Kutch, Bhuj, Mandvi Beach, Kutch Museum.

Preferred vehicle for trip: SUVs or motorcycles capable of handling long-distance travel and occasional off-road conditions.

Shillong to Cherrapunji: Hike to waterfalls and see living root bridges

Drive through the scenic wonders of Meghalaya from Shillong to Cherrapunji! Drive past lush green hills, chase cascading waterfalls like Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters, and trek to marvel at living root bridges hidden in the dense forests. Experience the warm hospitality of Northeast India and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this enchanting region.

Distance : Approximately 50 kilometres one way from Shillong to Cherrapunji.

Places to Visit: Nohkalikai Falls, Seven Sisters Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Living Root Bridges.

Preferred vehicle for trip: SUVs or motorcycles for navigating hilly terrain and occasional rough roads.

Delhi to Rishikesh: Relax by the Ganges and do yoga in the Himalayas

If you're after a quick, adventurous trip that's family-friendly, Delhi to Rishikesh is the way to go! Start your spiritual journey from Delhi to Rishikesh. Follow the winding roads alongside the sacred Ganges River, visit ancient temples and peaceful ashrams, and recharge your spirit with yoga and meditation. Experience the calming atmosphere of Rishikesh located in the Himalayan foothills, and set off on a journey to discover more about yourself surrounded by the peaceful beauty of nature.

Distance: Around 250 kilometres one way from Delhi to Rishikesh.

Places to Visit: Triveni Ghat, Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Beatles Ashram.

Preferred vehicle for trip: Sedans, SUVs, or motorcycles suitable for highway driving and occasional off-road conditions.

Before hitting the road, ensure your vehicle is in good condition, carry essential supplies, and plan your itinerary to make the most of your adventure. So, pack your bags, fuel up your car, and get ready for an epic road trip across Incredible India in 2024!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. is it safe to go on a road trip in India?

Generally, road trips in India are safe, but it's essential to take necessary precautions like ensuring your vehicle is in good condition, driving defensively, and being mindful of road conditions and traffic rules.

2. What is the best time for a road trip in India?

The best time for a road trip in India depends on the destination. For instance, the summer months (April to June) are ideal for hill stations like Shimla or Manali, while winter (October to February) is perfect for exploring Rajasthan or Gujarat.

3. What should I pack for a road trip in India?

Essentials for a road trip in India include valid documents (driver's license, vehicle registration), spare tire and tools, first aid kit, snacks and water, navigation aids (maps or GPS), emergency contact numbers, and appropriate clothing and footwear.

4. How can I ensure a memorable road trip experience in India?

To make the most of your road trip experience in India, plan your route, research attractions along the way, embrace spontaneity, interact with locals to learn about the culture, try local cuisines, and most importantly, stay flexible and enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

5. What are the accommodation options available during road trips in India?

Accommodation options during road trips in India vary from budget guesthouses and roadside motels to luxury resorts and camping sites. It's advisable to book accommodations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons or in remote areas.

Scenic road trips in India during Monsoon

Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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How to use the Moscow Metro

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Moscow metropolitan is one of the oldest in the world with the first stations constructed in 1935. Moscow metro, unlike most other transportation systems, is not only a commuting facility, but also a world-famous underground museum! We asked our guides: even using metro every day they can’t avoid being astonished by unique subterranean palaces! Definitely worth seeing, so if you are staying downtown – make sure you don’t miss this!

USEFUL TIPS AND INFORMATION:

But let’s get straight to business and take a look at the Moscow metro map!

• Moscow metropolitan has a circular-radial layout with one circle line (5, brown) and 13 radial lines. There are many interchange stations where you can change the line.
• Look for red M letter sign to find the closest entrance to metro.
• The cheapest way to use metro – Troika transportation card. You can get one at a cashier desk for 50 rubles (returnable deposit) and use it for as many persons as you want. Each ride will cost you 38 rubles. Note, that Moscow metro is not divided into zones, so you don’t have to pay extra.
• Metro opens at 6 a.m. and closes at 1 a.m. You won’t be able to enter Metro after 1 p.m. but if you stay inside you’ll still be able to reach your destination point and exit.
• Use Yandex.Metro application to calculate your route and time. It works offline! There are download links below.

For your own convenience we advice you on getting the application Yandex.Metro which works offline and builds the shortest routes for your needs:

Download yandex.metro from appstore | download yandex.metro from google play, facts about moscow metro:.

• First part of the red line was opened in 1935 under Stalin’s administration.
• There are 14 lines and 223 stations in Moscow Metro, which amounts to 380 kilometers of railway routes.
• The deepest station is Park Pobedy (blue line) – 73 meters, the most shallow station is Pechatniki (bright green line) – 5 meters.
• The station with the longest platform is Vorobievy Gory (red line) – 282 meters. At the same time it’s the only station located on a bridge across the Moscow river.
• For the conveniience of blind people the stations are announced by a men’s voice when going downtown and by a woman’s voice – when going uptown.
• 44 out of 223 stations are recpgnized as a legacy and have a historical value, e.g Ploshad Revolutsii, Novokuznetskaya, Mayakovskaya etc.
• You can book a Moscow Metro Tour right now with one of our local guides – book a metrotour !

We hope you will enjoy you visit to Moscow!

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