Overview
Ladakh one of the picturesque region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is the most popular region for its beauty, culture and traditions along with the high remote mountains and upper Indus River Valley which is known as the Land of Mountain Passes.
Our one of the unique package ‘The Trans Himalayan Safari’ tour gives you chance to explore the most remote places in the Himalayan region across the most stunning locations along with the historic monasteries as well. You will also visit some of the attractions such as Hadimba Temple, Jagat Sukh Vashisht Bath, at Manali and Rohtang pass. The duration of the tour is 08 nights and 09 days, covering Chandigarh, Manali, Jispa, Sarchu, Leh and Khardungla.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chandigarh
After arrival at Chandigarh airport, meet our representative and get transfed to Hotel. Check-in at the hotel. Spend day at leisure or you can explore one of the beautiful and well planned city of India at your own. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Chandigarh - Manali Sightseeing
After early breakfast, proceed to Manali via Mandi and Kullu. Manali is located at the distance of 292 kilometers from Chandigarh. It is one of the renowned hill station in Himachal Pradesh. Located at an altitude of 2,050 meter in the Beas River Valley, near the northern end of the Kullu Valley, Manali is one of the most popular hill stations in India and is known for its snow clad mountains and impenetrable pinewood forest. On arrival check into your hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Manali. Check in at hotel, rest and relax for the day. Stay overnight at hotel
Day 3: Manali Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for city tour of Manali, the highlight of the sightseeing is Hadimba Devi Temple and the Tibetan Monastery before proceeding to Vashisht village, just outside Manali, across the river Beas, known for its hot Sulphur springs whose water is said to have curative properties and Manu temple. Evening is free at leisure or explore the nearby places at your own or you can visit the markets of the town, where you can by the local handicraft items. Overnight in Manali.
Day 4: Manali - Keylong - Jispa Sightseeing
Today post breakfast, proceed to Jispa. En-route visit Rohtang Pass and Keylong. On reaching Rohtang Pass, from the crest of the pass, one can take in a sweeping panorama of Mountain Ranges, Pinnacles, precipitous cliffs, ridges, huge glaciers, moraine and deep ravines. After the visit continue drive to Lahaul valley to reach Keylong. A popular stopover on the Manali- Ladakh road, which is located at the distance of 117 kilometers from Manali. It is a quit town. On reaching Keylong visit the Keylong bustling village to explore the culture and tradition of the villagers from close quarters and the Khardhug monastery.
Further resume your drive to Jispa, just 22 kilometers away from Keylong on the road to Leh, it offers amazing scenery and panoramic views of the beautiful surroundings. On arrival in Jipsa, check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Jispa - Sarchu
Today after early breakfast, procced to Leh. En-route, take a halt at Upshi to visit Hundur and Hemis monastery. Once you reach Sarchu, check-in at Camp. Rest day free at leisure just explore the surroundings on foot, admire the stunning location, indulge in activities of your interest etc. This area is quite popular amongst trekking enthusiasts because of its rugged terrain. Return to the Camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Sarchu - Leh
Today after breakfast, proceed for full day excursion to Himalayan Safari. On the way cross Tanglang-la the second highest road in the world and Lachlang-La. After visit, drive to Leh, check in to the hotel. Enjoy the dinner at hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 7: Leh Sightseeing
Start the day with a visit to Thiksey Monastery. The monastery is popular for the gold-plated statue of Lord Buddha, called the Maitreya Buddha. Also visit the Indus Valley Monastery, where you will get a chance to attend the praying ceremony taking place at the monastery. Also visit Hemis Monastery, which is one of the largest monastery of Leh and Shey Palace. Later in the afternoon leave for a guided tour to visit Leh Mosque, Leh Gompa, the King’s Palace and Shankar Gompa. Return to the hotel at the evening. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Leh - Khardungla Pass - Leh(Excursion Tour)
Post breakfast proceed for Khardung La. This is kwon as the world’s highest motor able pass located at an altitude of 5602 meters above sea level. This pass is situated 40 kilometers from Leh and it was established in 1976 and opened for motor vehicles in 1988. It is also a strategic point for Indian military, as it servers a link to Siachen glacier. The foreign tourists need special permit to visit this place. Later enjoy the shopping, buy some local items of Ladakh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 : Leh - Delhi
In the morning after an early breakfast, check out the hotel and transfer to Leh airport for your onward journey. We trust you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.