Manali Zanskar Leh With Tso Moriri Hanle & Umlingla

Itinerary

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Day 0

Delhi to Manali | Overnight Journey

• Assemble at boarding point in Delhi - Majnu Ka Tilla/Kashmere Gate Bus Stand and meet your Trip Captain.
• Start an overnight journey to Manali and socialize with your co-travellers.

Day 1

Manali Arrival | Acclimatization & Day at Leisure

• After arriving in Manali, self transfer and check in to our hotel, freshen up and have some leisure.
• This will be your acclimatization day as you will be starting a thrilling road trip to a high-altitude region in the Himalayas the next day.
• Post refreshment, feel free to take a stroll around - visit Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogini Falls or go for cafe hopping in Old Manali and try different local cuisines (on your own).
• Take a quick test ride and full bike check—brakes, clutch, suspension, tyre pressure, and essential riding rules.
• In the evening, don’t miss out on the much-needed acclimatization session by your trip captain followed by a home-style cooked dinner and an overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals:

Dinner

Included

Day 2

Drive from Manali to Jispa via Atal Tunnel | Lahaul Valley

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast check out from our hotel in Manali, hop-on to your vehicle and ride towards Jispa in Lahaul valley. Cross the famous Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel and visit Sissu village on the way.
• After reaching Jispa, check in to our campsite and have some leisure.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in camps.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 3

Drive from Jispa to Padum via Gumbok Rangan

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast begin your thrilling ride towards Zanskar via Darcha.
• Enroute cross the spectacular Shinku La (Shingo La) — one of the newest high-mountain pass connecting Lahaul to the remote Zanskar region of Ladakh. You will also witness Gombo Rangzan, a sacred mountain in Ladakh.
• Ride through narrow mountain trails, glacier streams and exciting off-roading sections as the landscapes gradually shift from lush green valleys to rugged Himalayan terrain.
• After arriving at Padum, check in to our cozy homestay/hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Padum is Zanskar’s major town know for its unique culture & peaceful charm.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 4

Drive from Padum to Kargil via Drang-Drung Glacier

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast begin your ride from Padum towards Kargil, considering the long travel distance ahead.
• Enroute pass through Rangdum Village surrounded by surreal landscapes and cross the mighty Pensi La (14,400 feet), known as the gateway to Zanskar.
• Take a halt at the magnificent Drang-Drung Glacier, one of Ladakh’s largest glaciers, and witness the dramatic transition from the rugged terrains of Zanskar to the greener Suru Valley.
• After arriving in Kargil, check in to our cozy hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 5

Kargil to Leh | Lamayuru, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara & More | Leh Arrival

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast check out from our hotel in Kargil. Start yet another long road journey to Leh from Kargil.
• Enroute we’ll cross Namika La (12,198 feet) and Fotula Pass (13,479 feet). Ahead, we’ll take a halt at Mulbekh Maitreya Buddha and visit the Lamayuru Monastery and seek blessings. This region is also known as ‘Moonland’.
• Witness the confluence of Indus-Zanskar rivers as we move ahead towards Leh town. We’ll visit the Magnetic Hill and Pathar Sahib Gurudwara.
• After arriving in Leh, check in to our comfy hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 6

Drive from Leh to Nubra Valley | Khardung La | Hunder Arrival

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast ride towards Nubra Valley via one of the World’s highest motorable roads - Khardung La situated at 17,582 feet.
• Enroute Hunder Sand Dunes in Nubra Valley, we will visit the stunning statue of Maitreya Buddha at Diskit Monastery.
• After arriving in Hunder, check in to our scenic campsite and quickly head out to take a ride on a double hump bactrian camel - a unique mammal found here in India's cold desert. Optionally, you can also go for ATV Quad biking in sand dunes by your own.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in swiss tents.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 7

Drive from Nubra to Pangong Tso | Shyok Valley | Pangong Arrival

• Wake up to a peaceful mountain morning and post breakfast, move towards Shyok Valley and ride further to Pangong Tso.
• Pangong Tso is Asia's one of the most scenic high altitude salt water lakes situated at 14,270 feet.
• Enroute Pangong Tso, we will take a pit stop at Durbuk or Tangtse village to grab a satisfying lunch.
• After arriving at Pangong Tso, check in to our scenic campsite and quickly head out for a walk around the lake for an #InstaPerfect shot.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in swiss tents/cottages.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 8

Drive from Pangong to Hanle | Hanle Arrival

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast ride towards Hanle through dramatic landscapes.
• Stop at the Chushul War Memorial (1962 war history) and Rezang La battleground, then cross Tsaga La Pass and continue to Hanle.
• After arriving in Hanle, check in to our cozy homestay/hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Hanle is one of Ladakh’s highest villages positioned on the Old Silk Route and home to India’s first and Biggest Astronomical Observatory.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 9

Umling La Day Excursion | Hanle Stargazing

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, ride towards the mighty Umling La - World’s 2nd Highest Motorable Pass nestled at an altitude of 19,024 ft, via Photila Pass & Demchuk Village.
• This road journey to Umling La is truly a lifetime experience. After reaching Umling La pass spend some time at this breathtaking high altitude mountain pass and take some pictures for your gram. Post explorations, we will travel back to our property in Hanle.
• After arriving in Hanle, have some much-needed leisure, savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 10

Drive from Hanle to Tso Moriri via Salsal La/Nyoma-Loma

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast ride towards Tso Moriri through remote villages namely Sumdo and Nyoma.
• Cross the breathtaking Salsal La or follow the iconic Nyoma–Loma route (depending on permits and weather) as you ride into the isolated Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary.
• After arriving at Tso Moriri, explore Korzok Village, Korzok Monastery and enjoy a peaceful evening lakeside walk (perfect for photography).
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 11

Drive from Tso Moriri to Jispa via Changthang

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast ride towards Jispa through the remote Changthang Plateau known for Tso Kar & Puga Hot Springs.
• Enroute we’ll cross over Moore Plains before taking a pit stop at Pang. Ahead, you’ll ride over Lachung La, Nakee La and will be greeted with Gata Loops (21 hairpin bends).
• Further continue towards Jispa, crossing major attractions like Baralacha La, Deepak Tal and Darcha.
• After reaching Jispa, check in to our campsite and have some leisure.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in camps.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 12

Drive from Jispa to Manali via Atal Tunnel | Manali Arrival

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast check out from our campsite in Jispa, hop-on to your vehicle and ride towards Manali. Visit Sissu village and cross the famous Atal Tunnel and Solang Valley on the way.
• After arriving in Manali, check in to our hotel, freshen-up and have some leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 13

Manali Self Explore & Cafe Hopping | Depart for Delhi

• Wake up to a peaceful mountain morning and post breakfast, check-out from our hotel and head out for self exploration in Manali.
• Feel free to take a stroll around - visit Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogini Falls or go for cafe hopping in Old Manali and try different local cuisines (on your own).
• In the evening, start-off your overnight journey from Manali to Delhi.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Day 14

Reach Delhi | Trip Ends

• Reach Delhi early morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.

Batches Available

Things To Pack

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  Good quality rucksack (preferably 50-60 liters) with rain-cover & a small day bag pack or trolley bag is recommended, since you’ll be changing multiple accommodations during the entire trip.
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  A pair of shoes (mainly sports) with good grip & waterproof, atleast 2 pairs of socks & floaters/sandals/slippers.
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  Heavy down jacket, light fleece, long track/cargo pants, long/short sleeves T-shirts, body thermal wears (as per season), sun cap/hat, woolen cap & gloves (as per season), hoodie, raincoats/ponchos.
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  Personal care items like cold cream & moisturiser, sunscreen (preferably SPF40), lip balm, sanitary pads, toothpaste & other toiletries, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, body spray.
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  Personal medication (as prescribed by the doctor) & first-aid, sprain relief spray, diamox, glucose powder, tablets for headache, fever, diarrhea, motion sickness, dettol & cotton/bandages.
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  Personal documents & ID's like aadhar card, drivers license, passport or any other valid Government ID proofs, needed while applying for inner line permit.
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  Sunglasses, charger, power bank, quick dry towel, adequate amount of cash, quick snacks/dry fruits/energy bars, trash & waterproof laundry bags, re-usable water bottle.

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