Overview
Your journey begins with arrival in Leh, where you acclimatize and explore local attractions like Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa. The next leg takes you from Leh to Kargil (220 km) via Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and Lamayuru’s Moonland, crossing Fotu La (4,108 m) and Namika La (3,700 m) before reaching Kargil for an overnight stay. From Kargil to Padum (230 km), you travel through the breathtaking Suru Valley, visiting Panikhar, Parkachik, and Rangdum Monastery, before crossing Penzi La Pass (4,401 m) to enter Zanskar Valley. After exploring Padum, you head towards Purne, the gateway to the famous Phugtal Monastery, where you can take a short trek. The journey continues from Purne to Sarchu, crossing the remote Shingo La Pass (5,091 m), descending into Lahaul before rejoining the Leh-Manali Highway. From Sarchu to Leh, you cross major passes like Baralacha La, Lachung La, Nakee La, and Tanglang La, experiencing high-altitude landscapes before concluding your adventure in Leh for departure.
Included
- Meals on MAP Plan(Breakfast and Dinner) starting with Dinner on Leh Night.
- Accommodation on double occupancy without additional charges for couples only and special requests on additional charges and triple sharing (by default).
- Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 BS VI ( by default ) / Optional Himalayan 450 (on an additional cost)
- Helmets (Suggest you to bring your own)*
- Biking Gears (Jackets*, Knee and Elbow Guard*)
- 01 Mechanic, 01 Marshall, 01 Backup Vehicle, 01/02 Trip Captain
- Fuel for the entire journey (As per the itinerary)
- Inner-Line Permit
- Wildlife Fee and Environmental Fee
Excluded
- Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Transport apart from the itinerary
- Any charges for entry tickets and video cameras, still cameras, etc.
- Alcohol, soft drinks, mineral water, beverages, etc.
- Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
- Travel Insurance
Itinerary
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Arrival at Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport – Transfer to hotel.
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Acclimatization – Rest and hydrate to prevent AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
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Evening Activities:
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Visit Leh Market for local shopping.
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Explore Leh Palace.
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Enjoy a panoramic sunset view from Shanti Stupa.
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Overnight stay in Leh.
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Breakfast at hotel.
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Journey to Kargil with multiple stops:
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Magnetic Hill – Experience the optical illusion.
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Gurudwara Pathar Sahib – A revered Sikh pilgrimage site.
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Sangam Point – Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers.
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Lamayuru Monastery – Famous for its "Moonland" landscape.
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Drive through mountain passes:
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Fotu La (4,108m) – Highest pass on the Srinagar-Leh highway.
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Namika La (3,700m) – Scenic mountain pass.
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Visit Kargil War Memorial (Dras) – Honoring the martyrs of the 1999 Kargil War.
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Checkin hotel and rest.
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Overnight stay in Kargil.
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Early start for a long and adventurous drive through Suru Valley.
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Pass through picturesque villages like Panikhar.
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Witness Parkachik Glacier – A massive hanging glacier.
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Stop at Rangdum Monastery – An isolated Buddhist monastery amidst barren landscapes.
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Cross Pensi La Pass (4,400m) – Offers stunning views of Drang Drung Glacier, one of Ladakh’s largest glaciers.
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Descend into Zanskar Valley and reach Padum, the administrative hub.
Overnight stay in Padum.
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Explore the cultural and spiritual heritage of Zanskar.
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Visit Karsha Monastery – The largest monastery in the valley with panoramic views of Padum.
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Explore Stongdey Monastery – Perched on a hill, offering stunning scenery.
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Visit Sani Monastery – One of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh.
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Experience village life in Padum – Interact with friendly locals.
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Relax in the evening.
Overnight stay in Padum.
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Breakfast at the guesthouse.
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Scenic drive from Padum to Purne, passing through:
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Ichar Village – A picturesque settlement.
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Lungnak Valley – Stunning landscapes with barren mountains and flowing rivers.
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Explore Purne – Experience the local culture.
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Relax and enjoy local sightseeing instead of the usual trek to Phugtal Monastery.
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Evening at leisure.
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Overnight stay in Purne.