Manali Zanskar With Drang-Drung Glacier

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 Gumbok Rangan via Shinku La

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast check out from our hotel in Manali, hop-on to your vehicle and ride towards Purne in Zanskar Valley. Cross the famous Atal Tunnel and Darcha village on the way.
• 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 Rangan, a sacred mountain in Ladakh.
• After reaching, 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 to Padum | Kargyak Valley & Phugtal Monastery

• Wake up early in the morning and enjoy stunning vistas of Gumbok Rangan, also called God’s Mountain as per local beliefs. Post breakfast, begin your thrilling ride towards Padum.
• 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.
• Enroute, take a small tour of the forgotten hamlets of Kargyak Valley. Further, hike up to the iconic Phugtal Monastery, a perfect blend of spirituality and adventure.
• 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

Padum Local Sightseeing

• Wake up to a relaxing mountain morning and post breakfast, head out for Padum’s local sightseeing tour.
• Begin your day with a visit to Karsha Monastery, the largest monastery in Zanskar dating back to the 10th century. Proceed towards Sheela Waterfall and witness its frozen beauty, especially magical in colder months.
• Continue your journey to Stongdey Monastery, explore the monastery and take in the panoramic landscapes. Wrap up your day with a visit to Zangla Palace, a hidden gem reflecting Ladakh’s royal heritage.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 5

Pensi La Pass & Drang Drung Glacier

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, ride from Padum to visit some of the higher heights on Zanskar Valley.
• Enroute pass through Rangdum Village surrounded by surreal landscapes and cross the mighty Pensi La (14,400 feet), known as the gateway to Zanskar. Make a stop at Sani Lake near Sani Village.
• 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.
• Post explorations, return to Padum. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 6

Drive from Padum to Jispa | Lahaul Valley

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, say goodbye to Zanskar Valley and drive towards Jispa from Padum.
• Drive through the mighty Shinku La and Gumbok Rangan, the sacred mountain.
• Get mesmerized by the exceptional beauty of Suraj Tal at Baralacha La top. Feel the thrill while driving over Zingzing Bar (14,010 feet) and Baralacha La (16,500 feet). Make your way through alluring landscapes of Deepak Tal.
• After reaching Jispa in Lahaul valley, check in to our campsite and have some leisure. Regroup to savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in swiss camps.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 7

Drive from Jispa to Manali | Depart for Delhi

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast drive to Manali cross Kelylong and Sissu Village on the way.
• Traverse from barren landscapes of Lahaul to lush green vistas of Kullu Valley via Atal Tunnel.
• After arriving in Manali, feel free to take a stroll around Old Manali cafes or The Mall Road (if time permits) by yourself.
• In the evening, start-off your overnight journey from Manali to Delhi

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Day 8

Reach Delhi | Trip Ends

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

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Things To Pack

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  Good quality rucksack (preferably 40-60 liters) & a small day bag pack (for hikes/treks purpose) with rain-cover is recommended, easy to carry trolley bag.
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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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  A pair of shoes (mainly trekking/sports) with good grip & waterproof, atleast 2 pair of socks & floaters/sandals/slippers.
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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, 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.
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  Sunglasses, charger, power bank, quick dry towel, adequate amount of cash, quick snacks/dryfruits/energy bars, trash & waterproof laundry bags, re-usable water bottle.

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