Srinagar-Leh-Manali One-Way Expedition

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Overview.

The reverse of our flagship expedition — start in the serene Dal Lake of Srinagar, ride east over Zoji La into Ladakh, explore Leh, Turtuk, Pangong, and descend to Manali via the Manali-Leh highway. 11 days covering India's two most iconic mountain highways in a single trip.

11D / 10N

Duration

Challenging

Difficulty

4–16

Group Size

Leh-Ladakh

Destination

4.9 (68 reviews)

Highlights.

Start with Shikara on Dal Lake, end at Manali's Mall RoadCross Zoji La, Khardung La, Chang La, Baralacha La, Tanglang LaTurtuk — India's last Balti villagePangong Tso camping under starry skiesDrass — India's coldest inhabited place21 Gata Loops hairpins on the Sarchu descent

Your journey, day by day.

11 days of carefully crafted experiences

Day 1 of 11

1
Srinagar Arrival
Sunset Shikara on Dal Lake

Srinagar Arrival

Arrive Srinagar airport. Our representative transfers you to your houseboat/hotel. Shikara ride on Dal Lake, stroll the old bazaars, dinner and briefing.

Airport PickupHouseboat Check-inShikara RideOld Bazaar WalkTrip Briefing
🌙 Dinner
🏨Houseboat in Srinagar
2
Srinagar to Kargil via Zoji La
Kargil War Memorial at Drass
⛰️ Zoji La 3,528m🚗 200 km

Srinagar to Kargil via Zoji La

Early start. Drive via Sonmarg's meadows, then Drass (second-coldest inhabited place on earth and Gateway to Ladakh) via Zoji La pass. Continue to Kargil by evening.

SonmargZoji LaDrassKargil War Memorial (Optional)
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Hotel in Kargil
3
Kargil to Leh via Lamayuru
Lamayuru's lunar rock formations
⛰️ 3,500m🚗 220 km

Kargil to Leh via Lamayuru

Drive to Leh via Mulbek, Namika La, Fotu La, Lamayuru (lunar landscape monastery), Hangroo Loops, Nimmu. Cover Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Indus-Zanskar confluence. Reach Leh evening.

Lamayuru MonasteryFotu LaNamika LaMagnetic HillIndus-Zanskar Confluence
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Hotel in Leh
4
Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La
World's highest motorable pass
⛰️ Khardung La 5,359m🚗 120 km

Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La

Khardung La Pass (5,359m — world's highest motorable). Diskit Monastery, Hundar sand dunes, double-humped camel ride, bonfire at camps.

Khardung LaDiskit MonasteryHundar DunesBactrian CamelsBonfire
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Camps in Nubra
5
Nubra to Turtuk and Back
Balti village at India's edge
🚗 180 km round trip

Nubra to Turtuk and Back

Day trip to Turtuk — India's last village before Gilgit-Baltistan. Balti heritage, apricot orchards, Yabgo royal palace. Return to Nubra for dinner.

Drive to TurtukBalti HeritageYabgo PalaceApricot Orchards
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Camps in Nubra
6
Nubra to Pangong Tso via Shyok
Pangong Tso colour-shifting through the hours
⛰️ 4,350m🚗 160 km

Nubra to Pangong Tso via Shyok

Shyok river gorge drive to Pangong Tso. Lakeside afternoon, sunset, stargazing, overnight at camps.

Shyok DrivePangong TsoSunset
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Camps at Pangong
7
Pangong to Leh via Chang La
Golden dawn over Pangong
⛰️ Chang La 5,360m🚗 160 km

Pangong to Leh via Chang La

Pangong sunrise, then ride back to Leh over Chang La (5,360m). Evening at Leh bazaar for shopping.

Pangong SunriseChang LaLeh Bazaar Shopping
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Hotel in Leh
8
Leh to Sarchu
Sleeping under a million Himalayan stars
⛰️ Sarchu 4,290m🚗 255 km

Leh to Sarchu

Long ride out of Leh. Moore Plains' 30-km flat stretch, lunch at Pang, then Lachung La (5,065m) and Nakee La (4,739m). Just before Sarchu, tackle the 21 Gata Loops at 4,669m. Camp at Sarchu under a million stars.

Moore PlainsPang LunchLachung LaNakee LaGata LoopsSarchu Camps
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Camps at Sarchu
9
Sarchu to Manali via Baralacha La
Suraj Tal — a sacred alpine lake
⛰️ Baralacha La 4,892m🚗 225 km

Sarchu to Manali via Baralacha La

Long final ride. Cross Baralacha La (4,892m), see Suraj Tal, drive through Zingzing Bar, Patsio, Darcha, and over Rohtang La (3,970m) or via Atal Tunnel to Manali. Check into hotel for rest.

Baralacha LaSuraj TalZingzing BarAtal Tunnel/Rohtang LaManali Arrival
🍳 Breakfast🌙 Dinner
🏨Hotel in Manali
10
Manali Leisure → Delhi
Last cedar-scented Himalayan morning

Manali Leisure → Delhi

Morning at leisure — Mall Road, cafes, Hidimba Temple. Evening Volvo bus from Manali to Delhi. Overnight journey.

Manali Mall RoadHidimba TempleEvening Volvo to Delhi
🍳 Breakfast
🏨Overnight Volvo Bus
11
Delhi Arrival
Back with stories to last a decade

Delhi Arrival

Arrival at Delhi. Farewell with your new trip family. End of a once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan expedition.

Delhi Drop-off
🏨N/A — Trip Ends

Inclusions

  • 10 nights stay on triple-quad sharing (Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Sarchu, Manali)
  • Volvo bus Manali → Delhi
  • Complimentary riding jacket, helmet, gloves & knee pads
  • All meals per itinerary (breakfasts & dinners)
  • Royal Enfield Himalayan rental (biking option) OR tempo traveller (SUV option)
  • Fuel for bike as per itinerary (biking option)
  • All inner-line permits including Turtuk
  • RE mechanic, mechanical & luggage backup
  • 24×7 oxygen cylinder for emergencies
  • Team captain throughout the trip
  • 5% GST inclusive

Exclusions

  • Airfare into Srinagar
  • Any monument entry fees or permits not listed
  • Personal expenses, tips, laundry, room heaters
  • Extra stays caused by weather or road closures
  • Any damage to the bike

Gallery.

Srinagar-Leh-Manali One-Way Expedition photo 1
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Srinagar-Leh-Manali One-Way Expedition photo 4
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₹55,000

₹43,000

per person

Duration11D / 10N
DifficultyChallenging
Group Size4–16 people
Categoryadventure
Rating4.9 / 5.0
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