Leh - Zanskar 4X4 Expedition
ZANSKAR – LEH OVERLANDING EXPEDITION 3.0
Overview Winter Spiti:
Experience Ladakh/Zanskar Self Drive Tour One of the world’s most magnificent and beautiful landscapes, in its most peaceful season and in total contrast. Perched at a height of 13,154 ft, Zanskar Valley is a semi-arid region nestled in the northern flank of the Great Himalayas. You will experience 4×4,convoy culture, ladakhi culture ,Ancients Monasteries, Traditions, Nomadic Land, Highest Motorable Road, wildlife at this time and high above the tiny mountain villages.
Detailed Tour Itinerary:
DAY 01: REACH MANALI
BY EVENING REACH MANALI.
REGISTRATION & BRIEFING 7 PM ONWARDS.
HOTEL: GAZLLEING INN, MANALI
DAY 02: MANALI – ATAL TUNNEL – JISPA – SHINKU LA – PADUM /DISTANCE: 220 KM/ 06-08 HOURS / 10,500 FEET)
Our tour will start from Manali and will head towards Jispa. It is a distance of around 100 km. We will take short halts in Atal Tunnel, Sissu & Keylong. It will take around 4-6 hours to reach Jispa.
It be your acclimatization day.
After lunch will head towards Padum. It is a distance of around 120 km .. It will take around 8-9 hours to reach Padum. Enroute you will visit Darcha, Mighty Gombok Rangan, Shinku Pass connecting Lahaul & Zanskar Valley.
On arrived Padum check in your hotel & enjoy overnight stay at camps with dinner.
HOTEL: POTALA PADUM
DAY 03: EXPLORE PADUM
In the morning, check-out from the Hotel and explore nearby places around Padum.
Visit Karsha Monestry, Stongday Monestry, Sani Gompa & Lake.
By evening free to roam around Padum Market.
Enjoy overnight stay at hotel with dinner.
HOTEL: POTALA PADUM
DAY 04: PADUM – KARGIL /DISTANCE: 250 KMS/ 07-10 HOURS / 10,500 FEET)
In the morning, check-out from the Hotel and head to Kargil. Start driving along the Zanskar River and pass Pensi La.
The distance between Padum and Kargil is about 230 kilometers in total which may not seem like much. But when you put it together with the bad roads, it can take you as long as 8 to 10 hours to cover. On the way you will come across Pensi La & Drang Drung Glacier.
On reaching Kargil, check-in at the hotel and rest for the night.
HOTEL: KARGIL HEIGHTS
DAY 05:KARGIL – LAMAYURU – LEH /DISTANCE: 220 KMS/ 06-08 HOURS / 10,500 FEET)
In the morning, check-out from the Hotel and head to Leh. Visit Kargil War Memorial & Start Driving Towards Leh.
A high-desert city, Leh is a land of Buddhist culture and adventure. The biggest attraction of this place is the 17th-century Leh Palace, built by King Sengge Namgyal as the royal residence.
On arrived Leh check in your hotel & enjoy overnight stay at hotel with dinner.
HOTEL: ROYAL LADAKH
DAY 06: EXPLORE LEH:
On this day after breakfast, explore Leh town 7 surrounding places you can use this day to learn about the local culture and heritage. There are a number of tourist attractions that you can explore. Start your day with a hearty breakfast, and then head out to Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace,Thiksey Gompa and Stok Palace.
Sangam Valley is a 48 kilometre drive from Leh and is the confluence of the rivers Indus and Zanskar. Just the view of Sangam Valley from the road above it can make you swoon in ecstasy. The colours of the two rivers can be distinctly seen at the confluence. It is an amazing place to sit, relax, and enjoy a picnic with family and friends. On the way witness Magnetic Hill, the Hill continues to baffle tourists till today.
En-route, pass one of the highest mountain passes in the world, Khardung La. From an altitude of over 17500 feet, you can capture panoramic vistas of the Ladakhi landscape.
After sightseeing and shopping, retreat to the hotel and sleep through the night.
HOTEL: ROYAL LADAKH
DAY 07: LEH TO NUBRA VALLEY VIA KHARDUNG LA PASS & HUNDER: DISTANCE : 180 KM| -7 HOURS
Start driving towards Nubra Valley (Hunder village). En-route, pass one of the highest mountain passes in the world, Khardung La. From an altitude of over 17500 feet, you can capture panoramic vistas of the Ladakhi landscape.
Nubra Valley is locally referred to as Ldumra, meaning the Valley of Flowers. Standing where the Shyok and Siachen Rivers meet, the valley lies to the south of the Siachen Glacier and separates Ladakh and Karakoram Ranges. The locals are believed to be the descendants of Greek tribal people, who came here looking for the tomb of Jesus Christ. Continue driving towards Hunder village, which is an oasis amidst the cold desert of the valley. On reaching Hunder, transfer to the campsite and rest & later on visit for camel ride on the golden sand dunes of Nubra. The highlight of this village is the double-humped Bactrian camels.
In night spend time with star gazing & enjoy your stay at camps.
SWISS CAMPS: GOOD LUCK CAMP, HUNDER
DAY 08: NUBRA VALLEY (HUNDER) TO PANGONG VIA SHAYOK VALLEY : DISTANCE : 165 KM| 6-7 HOURS |10,000 FEET :
In the morning, visit the famous Diskit Monastery – one of the oldest and largest monasteries in Nubra Valley. Following the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, this 14th century Gompa offers astonishing views of the valley and boasts amazing frescos and murals
Shayok valley is one of the unseen valley with landscapes and never taking off your eyes from the river view sight while you drive to Pangong Lake. You can spend some time around the huge blue lake appearing 30% total size of the lake in India and 70% of its portion is covered in China.
End this exciting day with a comfortable sleep at the camps.
HOTEL: THE GRAND LODGE, PANGONG
DAY 09: PANGONG – REZANG LA WAR MEMORIAL – HANLE / 310 KM| 09-11 HOURS:
Wake up to the magnificent morning view of Pangong Lake and there after start your adventurous drive towards Hanle which is famous for housing the world’s 3rd highest optical telescope. Enjoy your evening in Hanle which offers you the most clear sky view and you can also witness stars and some galaxies with naked eyes.
On arrived Hanle check in your homestay & enjoy overnight stay at hotel with dinner.
HOMESTAY
DAY 10: HANLE – UMLING LA – KORZOK (TSO MORIRI) /220 KM| 8-9 HOURS
After having a beautiful morning, get ready for conquering Umling la Pass(World’s highest motorable pass at the height of 19300 ft). After clicking some memorable pictures there, we drive back towards hot springs in Puga Valley. After spending time at Puga Valley, we start driving towards Tso Kar for the night stay.
On arrived Karzok that day, check in your hotel & enjoy overnight stay at hotel with dinner.
HOTEL: LAKE VIEW TSOMORIRI
DAY 11: KARZOK – BARALACH LA – KEYLONG – MANALI: / 400 KMS/09-11 HRS
After the breakfast drive toward Manali, Start driving on the shores of Tso Kar Lake and passing through Baralacha La and the serene Suraj Tal on the way. Over 16000 feet, Baralacha La is one of the highest passes in India. Suraj Tal lies just before the pass and one sight of this alpine lake will make you feel a lot closer to nature.
you’ll be travelling through the Leh-Manali highway, covering mighty Baralacha La and Gata Loops. Finally, we cross Atal Tunnel and enter the beautiful Manali Valley.
On arrived Manali that day, check in your hotel & enjoy overnight stay at hotel with dinner.
HOTEL: GAZLLEING INN
DAY 12: MANALI – CHANDIGARH: /280 KMS/06-08 HRS
After the breakfast drive toward Chandigarh. By evening you will reach Chandigarh/Delhi.
Your Tour Will End With Sweet Memories!
PACKAGE COST-
PRICE SELF DRIVE: 39,999/-
SEAT IN SUV: 55,999/-
DATES-
14-18 JUNE 2025
20 SEPT- 01 OCT 2025
PAYMENT POLICIES-
30% deposit amount is required to confirm the booking.
70% deposit amount is to be paid 07 days prior to the trip date.
INCLUSIONS:
EXPEDITION LEADER, LOCAL TERRAIN SPECIALIST WITH RESCUE VEHICLES.
CREW VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH TOW STRAPS AND OTHER TOOLS FOR THE MINOR BREAKDOWNS DURING THE DRIVE
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR ALL NIGHTS ON TWIN TRIPLE SHARING AS PER PACKAGE
CONVOY STICKERS WITH BRANDING FOR ALL VEHICLES IN THE CONVOY
MEALS: BREAKFAST AND DINNER.
WIRELESS RADIO TRANSMITTERS (WALKIE TALKIE IN EACH VEHICLE, SO THAT YOU CAN REACH AND HAVE NO COMMUNICATION GAP DUE TO NO NETWORK ZONES.
FIRST AID KIT WITH NECESSARY MEDICAL EQUPMENT. ANTISEPTICS, OTC DRUGS, OXYGEN CYLINDERS.
LOCAL GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT FROM EXPERTS FOR EXPEDITION
SELF DRIVE RENTAL VEHICLES CAN BE PROVIDED ON SPECIAL REQUESTS ONLY
EXCLUSIONS:
FUEL EXPENSES AND NATIONAL STATE HIGHWAY TOLLS AND ENTRY TAXES IF ANY.
ANY PERSONAL EXPENSES TIPS, ALCOHOL, PHONE CALLS (SIM), BEVERAGES, IIN- ROOM DINING.
ANY EXPENSES REALTED TO THE VEHICLE IF THEY ARISE DURING THE EXPEDITION.
ANY KIND OF ACTIVITES THAT IS NOT MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY
ANY ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION COST THAT MAY ARISE BECAUSE OF UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
ANYTHING SPECIFICALLY NOT MENTIONED IN THE INCLUSIONS.
5% GST APPLICABLE ON BILLING ONLY.
FUEL FOR SELF DRIVEN VEHICLES.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
CANCELLATION POLICY: IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATION OF TOUR/TRAVEL SERVICES DUE TO ANY AVOIDABLE/UNAVOIDABLE REASON/S WE MUST BE NOTIFIED OF THE SAME IN WRITING. CANCELLATION CHARGES WILL BE EFFECTIVE FROM THE DATE WE RECEIVE ADVICE IN WRITING, AND CANCELLATION CHARGES WOULD BE AS FOLLOWS:
03 MONTHS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL: 80% OF THE ADVANCE PAYMENT WILL BE REFUNDED
02 MONTHS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL: 50% OF THE ADVANCE PAYMENT WILL BE REFUNDED
01 MONTH TO ARRIVAL OR NO SHOW: NO REFUND
*CANCELLATION REFUNDS WILL BE CONSIDERED ONLY IN CASE OF THE BOOKINGS DONE AS PER OUR ADVANCE PAYMENT GUIDELINES.
OUR LIABILITIES & LIMITATIONS:
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE ANY SCHEDULE IN THE INTEREST OF THE TRIP PARTICIPANTS’ SAFETY, COMFORT & GENERAL WELL-BEING.
WE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DELAYS & ALTERATIONS IN THE PROGRAM OR EXPENSES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY DUE TO NATURAL CALAMITIES, FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS, ACCIDENTS, MACHINERY OR EQUIPMENT BREAKDOWN, TRANSPORT, WEATHER, HEALTH SICKNESS, LANDSLIDES, POLITICAL CLOSURES, OR ANY UNTOWARD INCIDENTS.
WE DO NOT HAVE ANY INSURANCE POLICY COVERING THE EXPENSES FOR ACCIDENTS, SICKNESS, THEFT LOSS, OR OTHER REASONS. VISITORS ARE ADVISED TO SEEK SUCH INSURANCE ARRANGEMENTS IN THEIR HOME COUNTRY. ALL BAGGAGE & PERSONAL PROPERTY/S AT ALL TIMES ARE AT THE CLIENT’S RISK.
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