Srinagar–Leh–Manali
the great Himalayan road journey

One of the world’s great road journeys — from the lakes of Srinagar over the high passes to Leh, and on across the ranges to Manali.

10 Days / 9 Nights Srinagar · Kargil · Leh · Manali Best for Adventurers, road-trippers
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The great road journey

Across the Himalaya, pass by pass

This is one of the world’s great road journeys — from the green valley of Srinagar over the Zoji La to Kargil and Leh, through the monasteries, dunes and lakes of Ladakh, and finally across the highest ranges to Manali.

We pace the ascent for acclimatisation, arrange every permit, and choose the best stays along the way.

At a glance

Trip quick facts

Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Route
Srinagar · Leh · Manali
Best time
Jun–Sep
Difficulty
Moderate–Challenging (high altitude)
Ideal for
Adventurers, road-trippers
Highest point
Taglang La ~5,328 m
Highlights

What makes this trip special

  • Sonmarg, the Zoji La & Drass
  • Kargil & the Lamayuru ‘moonland’
  • Leh, Nubra & Pangong
  • The Leh–Manali highway’s high passes
  • The Gata Loops & Sarchu
Day by day

Your day-wise itinerary

A realistic, production-ready plan with drive times, altitudes and seasonal notes — fully customisable to your dates and pace.

Day 1

Arrive Srinagar

Route: Srinagar— · —
Morning

Arrive and transfer to a Dal Lake houseboat.

Afternoon

The Mughal gardens.

Evening

A sunset shikara ride.

Night stayHouseboat
Meals
Altitude~1,585 m
Road & seasonAirport transfer.
Food to tryWazwan
Photo spotsDal Lake
Day 2

Srinagar → Kargil (via Sonmarg, Zoji La)

Route: Srinagar · Sonmarg · Kargil≈200 km · 7–8 hrs
Morning

Sonmarg and the Zoji La pass.

Afternoon

The Drass war memorial (second-coldest inhabited place).

Evening

Arrive Kargil.

Night stayKargil
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~2,680 m
Road & seasonHigh mountain road; a long day.
Food to tryLocal cuisine
Photo spotsZoji La, Drass
Day 3

Kargil → Leh (via Lamayuru)

Route: Kargil · Lamayuru · Leh≈220 km · 6–7 hrs
Morning

The Lamayuru ‘moonland’ and monastery.

Afternoon

The Sangam and Magnetic Hill.

Evening

Arrive Leh; rest.

Night stayLeh
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~3,500 m
Road & seasonMountain road.
Food to tryLadakhi cuisine
Photo spotsLamayuru moonland
Good to knowRest on arrival to acclimatise.
Day 4

Leh local & acclimatise

Route: Lehlocal · local day
Morning

Thiksey and Hemis monasteries.

Afternoon

Leh Palace and the market.

Evening

The Shanti Stupa at sunset.

Night stayLeh
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~3,500 m
Road & seasonLocal touring.
Food to tryLadakhi cuisine
Photo spotsThiksey, Shanti Stupa
Day 5

Leh → Nubra

Route: Leh · Khardung La · Nubra≈120 km · 5–6 hrs
Morning

Cross the Khardung La.

Afternoon

The Diskit monastery.

Evening

The Hunder dunes and camels.

Night stayNubra
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Altitude~5,359 m (pass)
Road & seasonHigh road; permit required.
Food to tryCamp dinner
Photo spotsHunder dunes
Day 6

Nubra → Pangong

Route: Nubra · Shyok · Pangong≈160 km · 6–7 hrs
Morning

A drive along the Shyok.

Afternoon

Arrive Pangong Lake.

Evening

Sunset and a shore camp.

Night stayPangong
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Altitude~4,350 m
Road & seasonRough road; permit required.
Food to tryCamp dinner
Photo spotsPangong Lake
Day 7

Pangong → Leh

Route: Pangong · Chang La · Leh≈220 km · 5–6 hrs
Morning

A Pangong sunrise.

Afternoon

Drive back over the Chang La.

Evening

Arrive Leh.

Night stayLeh
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~5,360 m (pass)
Road & seasonHigh road.
Food to tryLadakhi cuisine
Photo spotsPangong sunrise
Day 8

Leh → Sarchu (Leh–Manali highway)

Route: Leh · Sarchu≈250 km · 8–9 hrs
Morning

The Taglang La and the Gata Loops.

Afternoon

The Moore Plains and high desert.

Evening

Arrive Sarchu (tented camp).

Night staySarchu
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Altitude~4,290 m
Road & seasonHigh mountain road; a long day.
Food to tryCamp dinner
Photo spotsTaglang La, Gata Loops
Good to knowA remote, high overnight stop.
Day 9

Sarchu → Manali

Route: Sarchu · Rohtang · Manali≈220 km · 8–9 hrs
Morning

The Baralacha La and Keylong.

Afternoon

The Atal Tunnel / Rohtang to descend into Manali.

Evening

Arrive green Manali.

Night stayManali
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~2,050 m
Road & seasonHigh road then descent.
Food to tryHimachali cuisine
Photo spotsBaralacha La, the descent
Day 10

Departure

Route: Manali— · —
Morning

A relaxed breakfast.

Afternoon

Transfer onward (Bhuntar airport or Chandigarh).

Evening

Onward journey.

Night stay
MealsBreakfast
Altitude~2,050 m
Road & seasonRoad transfer.
Food to try
Photo spots
Choose your style

Package variants

Every itinerary above is available in the comfort level that suits you.

Budget

Clean 3★ stays & homestays, smart pacing.

Deluxe

Boutique 4★ hotels with the best views.

Premium

Premium resorts, private guides & experiences.

Luxury

Iconic retreats & bespoke touches throughout.

Family / Honeymoon

Tuned for couples or families — rooms, pace & extras.

Transparent, always

What’s included

✓ Inclusions

  • Handpicked stays with breakfast
  • Private, chauffeur-driven AC car for the hills
  • All transfers and inter-place drives
  • Local guides at the main sights
  • A dedicated tour manager & 24×7 support
  • All applicable taxes and a GST invoice

✗ Exclusions

  • Flights / train to the start point (we can arrange)
  • Lunches & dinners unless specified
  • Monument / activity entry fees (added on request)
  • Personal expenses, tips & shopping
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Anything not listed under inclusions
Answers

SrinagarLehManali FAQs

The best window is Jun–Sep. We tailor the season to your dates and advise on snow, monsoon and pass-closure timing so your trip runs smoothly.

We begin from Srinagar (SXR) and handle every transfer and internal drive in a private chauffeur-driven car. Tell us your arrival flight or train and we plan around it.

This route is designed as a well-paced 10 Days / 9 Nights journey. We can shorten or extend it, add rest days, or combine it with a nearby region — it is fully customisable.

Yes — the pace, stays and activities are tuned for adventurers, road-trippers. Difficulty is rated Moderate–Challenging (high altitude), and we adjust everything to your comfort.

Handpicked stays with daily breakfast (dinner on request). Choose your tier — Standard, Deluxe, Premium or Luxury — and we match the stays and inclusions to it, always with a GST invoice.

Every journey is private and customised, so we quote per person after learning your dates, group size and hotel tier — with no hidden charges and a proper GST invoice.

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