KASHMIR & LADAKH
A high-altitude road journey from Kashmir through Kargil to Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk and Pangong Lake.
ROUTE AT A GLANCE
Srinagar → Pahalgam → Gulmarg → Sonamarg → Kargil → Leh → Nubra Valley → Turtuk → Pangong Lake
Use this sample journey as a starting point. The route, pace, stays and experiences can be adjusted around your interests and travel requirements.
Arrival and begin the journey
Arrive at the starting point, meet your driver or representative and begin the planned journey. Continue with local sightseeing or hotel check-in according to the route.
Srinagar to Pahalgam
We will begin our trip towards Pahalgam and drive on the National Highway 1A. This road connects the Valley to the rest of the country. We drive past the saffron fields of Pampore, the marvelous ruins of Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. You can even sample a few exotic breads sold by vendors near the road.
Sightseeing in Pahalgam
After Breakfast, you can visit to Aru, Chandanwari & Betaab Valley, Aru is a tourist spot in the Anantnag District of Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is located around 12 from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. It is popular among the tourists for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty.
Pahalgam to Gulmarg
After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. We arrive at a small picturesue market town of Tangmarg and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. We arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check in at the hotel.
Gulmarg – Sonmarg
We begin our second day with a sumptous breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we will drive to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque country side drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region.
Sonmarg – Zojilla – Drass – Kargil
Morning after Breakfast leave for Kargil, by crossing Zojilla Pass, Enroute Drass which has become famous as the second coldest inhabited place in the world by virtue of the intense cold that descends upon the valley along with repeated snowfall during winter. Winter temperature is sometimes known to plummet to less than 40 degree Celsius. Have a magnificent view of Kargil war Famous Peaks (Tiger Hill, Tololing) & visit Vijay Smarak and pay your tribute to soldiers who laid their lives for us in Kargil War in 1999, reach Kargil hotel by evening.
Kargil – Mulbek – Moon Landscape – Sangam – Leh
Morning after Breakfast leave for Leh, enroute visit Mulbek it is a huge Chamba statue, an image of a future Buddha, cutting to the rock face beside the road. After that have a magnificent view of spectacular Moon landscape. Drive to Leh enroute Sangam where Indus & Zanskar river meet, Magnetic Hill & Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.
Leh – Hall Of Fame – Leh
Rest for 1st Half of the day later in afternoon day excursion to Hall of Fame & visit the peace structure built on small hill – Shanti Stupa. Hall of Fame Hall of Fame near Leh is worth a visit for every citizen. It is a glorious museum constructed by Indian army. You can see the memorabilia, eminent defence personalities with biographies, images and weapons used during Kargil war.
Leh – Nubra Valley
After Breakfast drive to Nubra Valley via Khardung la pass the highest motorable road in the world (18,380 feet). Keep driving through Shyok River and reach Hundur by late afternoon and enjoy Double Hump Camel safari in the evening.
Nubra Valley – Turtuk – Nubra Valley
After Breakfast drive to Turtuk – known as the last village / Promised Land between the two hostile neighbors. This scenic village was once a part of Baltistan in Pakistan which was recaptured by India in 1971 war. Travel up to Zero point from where Pakistan border is 2.2kms. & one can see Pakistan & Indian bunkers with binoculars placed there.
Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake – Leh
After Breakfast drive to Pangong Lake via the beautiful and recently opened Shyok route. Reach Pangong and enjoy the beauty of this serene lake at an altitude of 14,500ft. This lake of Pangong is 5/6 kms wide and over 144 kms long and is shared by two countries (25% India and 75% China). Later drive to Leh arrive and check in at the hotel.
Leh (Shey – Thiksey – 3 Idiots School)
After breakfast visit famous Shey Palace & Monastery, Thiksey Monastery & 3 Idiots School Shey Palace & Monaster This summer palace of the erstwhile King of Leh is set upon a hill. The monastery itself has a 7.5 meter high, copper statue of a sitting Buddha, wrought in gold. This is the largest of it's kind in the world. Thiksey Monastery 19 Kms from Leh, Thiksey is one of the largest and most impressive Gompas of Ladakh.
Departure and onward transfer
After breakfast, check out and continue with the arranged onward transfer. The departure point and timing can be customised to suit your travel plans.
Package can include
- Accommodation in the selected category
- Daily breakfast at the hotels
- Private vehicle and transfers for the planned route
- Local guide support where requested
- Toll, parking, fuel, state taxes and driver allowance
Available separately
- Air or train travel
- Meals not specified in the final plan
- Monument, activity and permit charges
- Special rides, safaris, boating or helicopter services unless confirmed
- Personal expenses, tips, insurance and porterage
Planning note: Schedules, permits and sightseeing are subject to local conditions and availability. Hotels and the final route are confirmed according to your preferred comfort level and travel requirements.
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