Day 1 - Srinagar Arrival/ Nishat Bagh/ Shalimar Bagh/ Mughal Garden:
With an amazing flight to Srinagar, you will be met by Kailash Expeditions representative and transferred you to the houseboat or hotel and we begin to explore the paradise with a half day tour of world famous Mughal Gardens bulit during the Mughal reign in Kashmir , the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). And later to houseboat for hot lunch. In the afternoon Shikara ride on the Dal Lake would give you a pleasant feeling of being in world’s most beatiful mountains with scenic beauty around the Lake. Overnight at houseboat.
Day 2 - Srinagar Sonmarg - Kargil (205 kms):
After an morning tea and sumptuous breakfast ,drive to one of the most exhilarating and beautiful drive in the world ,Srinagar to Leh via Kargil and road passes through the panoramic village to reach Sonmarg (2740 mtrs) , which folllows up with lush green fileds on both the sides After Sonmarg the road is mostly rough and wet to Zojila pass 3527 mtrs (Gateway of Ladakh) mostly covered with snow and the drive continue towards Drass (the second coldest inhibited place in the world) were we stop for refreshments and passport check. Another few hours’ drive will take us to Kargil (2710 mtrs) which is our mid-way to Leh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 - Kargil / Leh (235 kms):
A full day drive, a transition from green valleys to barren stark mountains of Ladakh. Today we ascend few passes and experience the first Buddhist village, Mulbek , the gaint statue of Matreya buddha , believed to be naturally existed . We cross the highest pass (Fotula 4166 mtrs.) reaching Lamayuru village and have our lunch and later we will be at Lamayuru oldest Monastery. Continue drive through the lower valleys of ladakh ( shyam ) with crossing village like basgo ,Nimu a view of Zanskar River following into Indus and the confluence and ultimately we reach Leh (3500 mtrs). Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 - Leh Local / Shanti Stupa/ Leh Palace / Leh Market :
After lunch will visit Shanti stupa , Leh Palace and the local market of Leh. Shanti Stupa built by Japanese monks to promote world peace, this large, hilltop stupa has brightly colored reliefs on its mid-levels and is topped by a spired white hemisphere.
Later visit Leh Palace, built in the 17th century in the grand tradition of Tibetan architecture. And evening roam around the local market to shop and try some local cuisine.
Overnight inn Leh.
Day 5 - Leh /Nubra Valley via Khardongla. 125km:
After an early breakfast ,drive to beautiful NubraValley via Khardungla (Highest Motorable road in the World, 18,380 ft) with the zig zag trail continues and drive till Hundar village. On arrival check in Nature's nest North camp. Afternoon enjoy the beauty of sand dune and double hump camel. Overnight at Camp or Hotel.
Day 6 - Turtuk Excursion :
Early morning drive to TurTuk village with drive landscape, Exotic village. Turtuk this village is about 115 kms from Nubra valley and can take about 3 to 4 hours to reach here, the total population of Turtuk is just 4000 and follow islam as about 40 years back this village was under Pakistan and speak Baltistan language, explore this beautiful village and explore the life here, we will go for a walk around the village and also meet the people. Later Come back to Hunder villag. Overnight at the camps or Hotel.
Day 7 - Hunder /Diskit/ Pangong Lake via Shayok:
Today , we get up early morning visit to Diskit monastery and have wonderful view of Nubra valley. Later drive to Pangong Lake via Shayok. Enjoy the turquoise color panoramic lake and the magnificent mountains and landscapes which will leave you awestruck. Visit popular photo spots, including the "3 Idiots" shooting location. Overnight at Camp.
Day 8 - Pangong /Tangtse / Changla Pass / Sakti:
Enjoy the serene and mesmerizing sunrise over the crystal-clear waters of Pangong Tso. Take some time for photography and a short walk along the lake. Later begin your journey from Pangong Lake to Sakti, it is a scenic route that showcases the region's natural beauty and cultural richness. Stop at Tangtse village for a short break. Ascend towards Chang La, one of the world's highest motorable passes. Head downhill towards Sakti village. Take your time on this scenic route, stopping for photography at picturesque valleys and streams. Visit the Chemrey Monastery, a peaceful and stunning monastery . Overnight at Sakti.
Day 9 - Sakti / Upshi /Taglang la / Serchu / Jispa:
In the morning, have breakfast and start your road journey to Sarchu, driving past the scenic Puga Valley, Tsokar Lake- another picturesque lake in Ladakh, Skyangchu Thang – a plateau stretching to 42 km. Lunch at the town of Pang. Continue your journey to Sarchu by driving past Namkee La and Lachlung La. Evening arrival in Jispa. Check-in formalities. Stay overnight in Jispa.
Day 10 - Sarchu – Manali (222 km / 9-10 hours):
After breakfast, drive to Manali. Get ready for a scenic drive by crossing Baralacha La (4845m). Next you cross the very popular Rohtang Pass, at an altitude of 13050 feet. Arrival in Manali. Check-in hotel.
Day 11 - Manali – Chandigarh Drop - Airport / Railway Station. :
Chandigarh drop