Day 1

Fly from Delhi to Srinagar. Upon arrival at Srinagar International Airport, our RIE representative will meet you, offer a warm welcome, and transfer you to a deluxe houseboat/hotel in Srinagar. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of the Mughal Gardens and visit heritage sites such as Cheshma Shahi, Pari Mahal, Nishat Bagh, and Shalimar Bagh. Also, visit the Hazratbal Shrine. In the evening, take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake to see the Floating Gardens, Lotus Gardens, and Nehru Park. Dinner and overnight stay at the houseboat.

Day 4

Drive from Kargil to Leh (218 km, 8 to 9 hrs). After breakfast, start from Kargil, pass through Mulbekh, where you'll see the renowned Maitreya Buddha statue. Navigate the Namika La and Fotu La mountain passes, which provide stunning views. Visit the beautiful Lamayuru Monastery and pass through Khalsi, where you'll show your ID at a checkpoint. Continue to Leh, viewing Buddhist monuments like Basgo Palace, Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and the Sangam. Overnight in a Leh hotel.

Day 7

Drive to Turtuk (83 km along the Shayok River). Turtuk is a unique place in Nubra Valley known for its Balti culture. After exploring, drive back to Hunder for an overnight stay.

Day 10

Airport drop-off.

Day 2

Drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam (2440 Mtrs). After breakfast, leave for Pahalgam, the "Vale of Kashmir," visiting saffron fields and the ancient Avantipur ruins en route. By lunchtime, arrive in Pahalgam, a popular location for the Indian Film Industry. After visiting Pahalgam, drive back to Srinagar for an overnight stay at the houseboat.

Day 5

Rest day in Leh. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8

Drive from Nubra to Pangong Lake. Visit Disket Monastery in the morning and admire the spectacular views of Nubra and the Shayok confluence. Proceed to Pangong Lake, the highest saltwater lake in the world. Overnight in a fixed camp at Pangong.

Day 3

Drive from Srinagar to Kargil (120 km). Today’s ride offers exciting views along beautiful and exotic landscapes, including the famed Zojila Pass, which rises to around 3300 meters above sea level. The rugged road is carved out on steep mountains, with narrow and difficult passes. After crossing Drass village and visiting the Kargil War Memorial, proceed to Kargil for an overnight hotel stay.

Day 6

Drive from Leh to Nubra Valley (approx 130km). After breakfast, drive through Khardong La, the highest motorable road in the world. Enjoy the breathtaking views before arriving in Hunder. Spend the day at leisure exploring Hunder and Disket Village. Experience camel riding and admire the sunset. Overnight in a hotel or at the Ladakh Summer Camp in Nubra.

Day 9

Drive from Pangong to Leh (150 km). Travel through Changla Pass, the third highest motorable road in the world. Pass through various villages along the Indus River bank. Overnight at the same hotel in Leh.