
Kashmir to Ladakh Grand Himalayan Trail
From the valleys of Kashmir to the high-altitude wonders of Ladakh.
About This Destination
Begin your adventure in the serene valley of Srinagar before driving through the legendary Zoji La Pass to Kargil. Continue to Leh, exploring monasteries, high mountain passes, and vibrant Ladakhi culture. Experience the sand dunes of Nubra Valley and cross iconic passes before witnessing the mesmerizing blue waters of Pangong Lake. This overland expedition offers the perfect blend of Kashmir’s beauty and Ladakh’s raw Himalayan grandeur.
Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrive at Srinagar Airport
Arrive at Srinagar Airport and transfer to Hotel.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Srinagar.
Meet our tour representative who helps you with an assisted transfer to the hotel.
Complete the check-in formalities. Later in the evening get ready to visit the breath-taking Mughal Gardens-founded in the Mughal era. Nishat Bagh, Chashme-e-Shahi and Shalimar Baghcomprise the Mughal gardens.
Enjoy shikara ride in Dal Lake (own cost).
Stay overnight in Srinagar.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Hotel City Grace | Hotel Royal Rishi or Similar

Srinagar – Kargil
Srinagar – Kargil via Zojila Pass
Detailed Itinerary
Post breakfast gets ready for your road transfer to Kargil. On the way, there are halts at Sonamarg – a pristine valley with lush views and snow clad peak; Zojila Pass(a high-altitude pass); Drass Village- the world’s 2nd coldest inhabited place.
Here you visit Drass War memorialhall and Museum- also known as Vijaypath. The memorial was constructed by the Indian Army in the memory of the soldiers and officers of the Indian Army who laid their lives in Kargil War.
Evening arrival in Kargil.
Check-in formalities.Overnight Kargil.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Hotel Rangyul | D Zojila or Similar

Kargil - Leh
After breakfast, start driving towards Leh.
Detailed Itinerary
On the way stop for a quick visit to the Lamayuru monastery. Lamayuru is known for its unique landscape that resembles the moon, thus called Lamayuru Moonland. Take clicks of the beauty to cherish it as wonderful memories. Continue with your journey.
Stop at the Sangam, Magnetic hill to marvel at the amazing natural wonder.
Also pay respects to Pathar Sahib Gurudwara- constructed in memory of Guru Nanak Dev ji- the founder of Sikh religion and the first guru. Continue your road journey.
On arrival in Leh, visit the Hall of Fame Museum, a war memorial by the Indian Army that was founded in the memory of Indian soldiers who laid lives in Indo-Pak wars.
Complete the check-in formalities at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Leh.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Hotel Twin Palace / Hotel Mandalchan or Similar

Leh excursion
After breakfast, drive to a full day excursion to Sangam view where Indus & Zanskar river meets. You may opt for river rafting (own cost).
Detailed Itinerary
After breakfast, visit the most important monasteries of Ladakh - Shey Palace, Thiksey Gompa, Rancho School and Hemis monastery.
First, we visit the ruined Shey Palace, once the summer palace of the pre-Tibetan kings. The palace monastery houses a large, bronze, blue haired Buddha statue and next stop at superbly situated, 16th century, Thiksey Gompa, which is perched on a hill top and continues to visit Hemis Monastery (5 km from Kharu) is also on the cards. Hemis is the largest and richest monastery complex in Ladakh.
Later in the evening visit the famous Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace andLeh local Market.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Leh.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Hotel Twin Palace / Hotel Mandalchan or Similar

Leh - Nubra Valley (via Khardongla Pass)
After breakfast drive to Nubra valley (The valley of flowers) via Khardung la (18,300 feet) considered as one of the highest motorable road in the World.
Detailed Itinerary
After a leisurely morning breakfast drive to Nubra valley (The valley of flowers) via Khardung la, (18,300 feet) considered as one of the highest motor able road in the World. The view from top of the passes is amazing. One can see all the way south over the Indus valley to the seemingly endless peaks.
After explores we drive toward the down Hunder past an area of rolling sand dunes, one can see double hump Camel and visitors can take a camel safari (Own cost) here.
Dinner and overnight in Nubra Valley.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Weeping Willow Camp / Sky Rider Camp or Similar

Nubra Valley to Turtuk
Nubra Valley – Turtuk – Nubra
Detailed Itinerary
After breakfast, drive to Turtuk (which was first opened for tourists in 2010) which is a place Annexed by India only after the 1971 war, the village of Turtuk is one of the only Balti villages in India and lies right next to the LOC.
The village with the whole population of Muslims still resembles mini-Pakistan. The village's inhabitants still use traditional utensils which are crafted from stone.
Explore the village of Turtuk the village offers views of a beautiful valley, part of Shayok V alley. On clear days you can have a glimpse of K2 Mountain peak located across the border in Pakistan.
Return to Hundar by the evening.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Weeping willow Camp| Sky rider Camp or similar

Nubra Valley to Pangong
Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake via Shayok
Detailed Itinerary
After breakfast at the hotel we drive to the next destination, Pangong lake via Shyok and onto Tangtse and Spangmik (Pangong). Just a few kms drive from Hunder, visit Disket Monastery and later continue your drive towards Pangong, the road follows the Shyok river, and climbs up a mountain before finally descending into Shayok village, the entire setting being very picturesque.
Afternoon reach at Pangong lake and enjoy your day at pangong lake and observe the majestic Lake.
Overnight stay in Cottages/camps.
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Pangsto Cottage| White heaven Cottage or Similar

Pangong – Leh
Pangong Lake – Leh via Changla Pass
Detailed Itinerary
During early morning, you can enjoy a photo-session around the lake. Post breakfast drive to Leh via Changla pass you will reach leh by noon.
On the way visit Hemis Monastery, Thiksey Gompa and Rancho School.
Overnight stay at Leh
Transfer Details
Hotel Information
Hotel Twin Palace | Hotel Mandalchan or similar

Leh Departure
Detailed Itinerary
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Drop at Airport for return journey with sweet memories.
Transfer Details
Trip Highlights
- Srinagar Dal lake
- Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace
- Sangam – Indus & Zanskar Confluence
- Turtuk Village excursion
- Khardung La Pass
- Nubra Valley Sand Dunes & Double Hump Camel
- Overnight at Pangong Lake via Changla Pass
9 Days / 8 Nights
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