An epic Manali-to-Leh road journey through Lahaul, Jispa and Sarchu, followed by Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake.
Arrive in Manali and transfer to your hotel. After check-in and rest, explore Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht Temple & Hot Springs, Mall Road, Tibetan Monastery and Old Manali subject to available time. Spend the evening at leisure and prepare for the Trans-Himalayan journey. Overnight stay in Manali.
After breakfast, begin the spectacular drive towards Lahaul Valley via Atal Tunnel. Continue through Sissu, Keylong and Tandi while enjoying views of the Bhaga River and surrounding Himalayan landscapes. Arrive in Jispa, check in and spend the evening relaxing and acclimatising. Overnight stay in Jispa.
After breakfast, depart for Sarchu through dramatic high-altitude scenery. En route, see Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, Zingzing Bar and cross Baralacha La. Arrive at Sarchu and check into your camp. Enjoy the remote Trans-Himalayan landscape. Overnight stay at Sarchu Camp.
After an early breakfast, continue towards Leh through some of the most spectacular sections of the Manali-Leh highway. Drive through Gata Loops, Nakee La, Lachulung La, More Plains and Tanglang La. Arrive in Leh by evening, check in and rest for acclimatisation. Overnight stay in Leh.
After breakfast, proceed to Nubra Valley via Khardung La. On arrival, visit Diskit Monastery, the Maitreya Buddha Statue and Hunder Sand Dunes. Optional double-humped Bactrian camel ride can be enjoyed at additional cost. Check in at your hotel or camp. Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
After breakfast, drive towards Pangong Lake via the Shyok route, subject to road conditions. Enjoy the dramatic mountain scenery and arrive at Pangong Lake. Spend time beside the famous blue lake and enjoy its changing colours against the Himalayan backdrop. Check in at your camp or cottage. Overnight stay near Pangong Lake.
Wake up early to enjoy sunrise views over Pangong Lake. After breakfast, drive back towards Leh via Chang La. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery en route. The tour concludes on arrival in Leh, subject to your onward travel arrangements.
The Manali-Leh Trans-Himalayan route is seasonal and weather-dependent. Road conditions, mountain-pass access and overnight locations may need to be modified for safety or operational reasons. This itinerary involves very high altitudes, so travellers should be physically prepared for high-altitude travel and follow appropriate acclimatisation guidance.