8N/9D Zanskar & Ladakh High Wilderness - Deep Trans-Himalayan Exploration

Leh, Kargil, Zanskar · 8 nights / 9 days · India

Deep Trans-Himalayan Exploration. Stay plan: Leh (4N) – Kargil (1N) – Zanskar (2N) – Leh (1N). Arrive Leh, depart Leh.

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Leh

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Jammu/Srinagar/Leh/Delhi). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Leh. Check in at hotel/houseboat/camp. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

2. Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Leh

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Leh. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

3. Day 3 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Leh

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Leh. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

4. Day 4 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Leh

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Leh. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

5. Day 5 — Leh to Kargil High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Kargil through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Kargil and check in at hotel/camp. Historical mountain town on the banks of Suru River: Drass (second coldest inhabited place in the world), Tiger Hill, and Kargil War Memorial. Overnight stay in Kargil.

   Overnight: Kargil

6. Day 6 — Kargil to Zanskar High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Zanskar through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Zanskar and check in at hotel/camp. Remote trans-Himalayan gorge valley known for deep canyon rivers, ancient cliffside monasteries (Phugtal, Karsha), and rugged landscapes. Overnight stay in Zanskar.

   Overnight: Zanskar

7. Day 7 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Zanskar

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Zanskar. Remote trans-Himalayan gorge valley known for deep canyon rivers, ancient cliffside monasteries (Phugtal, Karsha), and rugged landscapes. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Zanskar.

   Overnight: Zanskar

8. Day 8 — Zanskar to Leh High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Leh through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Leh and check in at hotel/camp. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Overnight stay in Leh.

   Overnight: Leh

9. Day 9 — Leh - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure

   Post breakfast and morning mountain views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping and proceed on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts/houseboats/camps on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
• Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
• Private exclusive AC/Heating Vehicle (Sedan / Innova SUV / Tempo Traveller / Non-AC Xylo/Innova for Ladakh interior sectors) for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary.
• Leh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) environmental permits, wildlife fees, and Inner Line Permits for restricted Ladakh border sectors.
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake for 1 hour in Srinagar.
• All driver allowances, toll taxes, state/inter-state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
• 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated J&K / Ladakh destination desk support.

Exclusions

• Airfare or Train tickets to/from Srinagar / Jammu / Leh / Delhi.
• Mata Vaishno Devi helicopter tickets, battery car, pony, or palanquin charges at Katra.
• Gulmarg Gondola cable car tickets (Phase 1 & Phase 2), pony rides, or local union cab charges for Nubra / Pangong / Tso Moriri if union vehicle rules apply.
• Entry fees to monasteries, museums, national parks, wildlife sanctuary fees, or adventure sports.
• Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
• Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
• GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks at Zojila/Khardung La, flight cancellations, or extreme weather conditions.