DAY 1: ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi International Airport, after meet and greet by local tour manager, transfer to hotel.
Overnight: hotel in Delhi.

DAY 2: DELHI–CHANDIGARH BY TRAIN CHANDIGARH – MANDI DRIVE (210KM)
In the morning, transfer to railway station for Chandigarh bound train. On arrival drive to Mandi.
On arrival transfer to hotel.

Overnight: hotel in Mandi.

Hadimba Devi Temple, Manali

DAY 3: MANDI – MANALI DRIVE (110 KM)
Morning after breakfast drive to the famous Rawalsarlake (Tso Pema to Tibetans). At opposite ends of the lake there are two Tibetan monasteries. After that, visit Rewalsar which has a Hindu temple and a Sikh Gurudwara. Later drive to Manali. In the evening visit Hadimba Temple/Doongri Temple. The temple is dedicated to the local deity Hadimba built in 1553 AD, and having four-tiered pagoda shaped roof and a front doorway carved with figures and symbols.

Overnight: hotel in Manali.

DAY 4: MANALI – KEYLONG – JISPA DRIVE (141 KM)
We begin our adventurous journey on the newly opened routes across the great Himalayan Divide. Leaving behind the peaceful meadows and pine – clad hills of Lahaul and Manali we start our way up and over to the first barrier on our route i.e. The Rohthang pass (4820 mts). It is still only a foretaste of things to come! After traversing the high pass, we will head for the small village of Keylong (The District headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti), situated on the banks of Bhaga river. From here we continue our drive up to Jispa (32 Km).

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Overnight: camps in Jispa.

DAY 5: JISPA – SERCHU DRIVE (132 KM)
In the morning after breakfast we begin a short drive toDarcha village where we connect with Manali – Leh road ( This is the starting point of Manali – Zanskar trek). Here we will climb the windswept Baralacha pass (4982 mts), a precipitous ascent up the mountainside. Along the way, spectacular snow bound ranges of Barashigri, Chandra Bhaga and the Mulkila and their summits towering well above (5943 mts) can be seen. The top of the pass is the focal point of the great Himalayan Divide, and once completed, we begin to thread our way slowly down a precariously narrow track to Serchu for overnight camp.

Overnight: camp in Serchu.

Lachulung-La

DAY 6: SERCHU – LEH DRIVE (251KM)
Early morning, we climb a dizzy series of 21 hair pin bends known as Gata loops to reach the rarefied air of the Lachung -La (6498 mts). Then we arrive on the highest plateau in the World, also called moore plains, at an altitude of 4511 mts.(14800 ft), surrounded by gigantic mountain peaks. We begin to climb again, this time up to the Taglang – La pass 5328 mts. (17481 ft), the highest point of our journey. We make a slow descent to reach Rumtse for lunch. From here we continue our journey to Leh and check into hotel.

Overnight: hotel in Leh.

DAY 7: IN LEH
After Breakfast visit Leh Palace. This 9 storey palace was built in 17th century for King SinggeNamgyal. Today this palace is a branch of Indian Government’s archaeological conservation organization. There is a Victory Tower above the palace, at the top of the Namgyal hill. Then visit NamgyalTsemoGompa (Monastery) above the Leh Palace, built in 1430 which is open only during the morning puja. An amazing statue in gold of the Maitreya Buddha as high as three stories together with many idols and Buddhist scriptures is seen here. Near the monastery is an old fort, which, because of neglect, lies mostly in ruins now.

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Overnight: hotel in Leh.

DAY 8: LEH – DISKET – SUMUR (NUBRA VALLEY) DRIVE (200 KM)
After an early breakfast leave for Nubra valley. From Leh the route ascends gradually through various picturesque villages to one of the highest motor able passes, the Khardungla (5606 mts).Up and down this pass, we see fantastic panoramic view of StokhKangri and other surrounding peaks. On the way down into Nubra valley, the first village we pass through is Khardang, further down, we come to Khalsar, little further we reach to confluence of Shayok and Nubra rivers. From there we continue along the river Shayok till Disket, the sub divisional head quarter. A short drive from Disket will bring us to Hunder, the last point one is allowed to go up to on this route. After visiting the village of Hunder, we return to Disket, en-route stopping at sand dunes to enjoy a brief camel ride (Optional) (double hump camels). In Disket, we will explore the monastery and walk around the market. Later in the evening, we will return to Khalsar, drive a short distance along the river Nubrato our camp at Sumur. Here walk to Samthaling, largest monastery of Panamik, home to over 100 lamas, established in 1841.
Overnight: in camps.

Leh Palace, Leh

DAY 9: SUMUR – LEH DRIVE (160 KM)
After breakfast return to Lehvia Khardungla pass, (5359 m.). En route visit Leh Palace. Leh Palace is a 9 storey palace was built in 17th century for King SinggeNamgyal. Today this palace is a branch of Indian Government’s archaeological conservation organization. There is a Victory Tower above the palace, at the top of the Namgyal hill. Then visit NamgyalTsemoGompa (Monastery) above the Leh Palace, built in 1430 which is open only during the morning puja. An amazing statue in gold of the Maitreya Buddha as high as three stories together with many idols and Buddhist scriptures is seen here. Near the monastery is an old fort, which, because of neglect, lies mostly in ruins now.
Arrive at Lehand check in at hotel for overnight. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: hotel in Leh.

DAY 10: LEH – ALCHI DRIVE (90 KM)
Morning after breakfast we leave Leh. We pass Basgo where an ancient ruined fortress is built atop the wind eroded cliffs. Later visit the monastery at Likir, a beautiful building, reminiscent of the Potala Palace in Lhasa. From here we drive to Yangtang village from where there is the option to walk to Ridzong monastery, set hidden in a valley. After Ridzong we rejoin the Indus again, which we follow till Saspol village. Just after the village we cross this mighty river and drive to Alchi, a pretty village set in a grove of apricot trees.

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Overnight: hotel in Alchi.

DAY 11: ALCHI-LAMAYURU-KARGIL DRIVE (220KM)
After breakfast, drive to Kargil. En route visit Lamayurumonastery which houses a rich collection of artifacts, wall paintings, statues, and an impressive 11-headed, 1000 eyed image of Chenzing. Apart from the monastery, Lamayuru also attracts tourists for its beautiful landscape which is quite similar to the lunar territory. Although it’s quite remote, it is a favourite jaunt for photographers and trekkers. After lunch drive continue to Kargil. On arrival transfer to Hotel.

Overnight:hotel in Kargil.

Overnight: hotel in Mandi.

Sonmarg

DAY 12: KARGIL – SONMARH – SRINAGAR DRIVE (204 KM)
Early morning leave for Srinagar via Drass(the second coldest inhabitant place in the world) and Sonmarg where we walk around and explore the area. Then continue towards Srinagar. Arrive and check in to houseboats.

Note: For construction and road repair, sometimesZojila remains closed for one day during every week and up to last year it used to be closed on Sunday’s. The day is decided year to year. Keep flexibility of one day.
Overnight:in houseboat.

DAY 13: IN SRINAGAR
After leisurely breakfast leave for city tour. Visit Mughal Garden that includes Nishat andShalimar Gardens, Hari Parbat fort, Jamia Masjid and various shrines. In the afternoon, experience ashikara ride over Dal Lake.

Overnight:in houseboat.

DAY 14: SRINAGAR – DELHI – FLY
In the morning transfer to airport for Delhi bound flight. On arrival transfer to hotel. Later depart for half day city tour of old Delhi. Begin with a visit toRaj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the nation was cremated in 1948. Thereafter proceed to the magnificent Red Fort(closed on Mondays) built of red sandstone, dating from the very peak of the Mughal power. Then, Rickshaw Ride through Chandni Chowk. After that, visit to black and white onion domes and minarets of the Jama Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India. After Lunch, drive past RashtrapatiBhavan (the Presidential Palace) and the Secretariat buildings – the centre of Government activity, down to the impressive Rajpath (the main avenue), to the World War I memorial arch, India Gate, the High Court Building and the Old Fort.

DAY 15: DEPARTURE
Transfer to international airport for onward journey.