Discover Manali–Leh Highway & Ladakh Circuit on a thoughtfully sequenced 9-day journey through Atal Tunnel, Sissu Waterfall, Keylong Valley, Bhaga River and Darcha. Designed for road-trip enthusiasts wanting the Manali–Leh highway before Nubra and Pangong, the itinerary balances essential acclimatisation with monasteries, high passes, desert valleys and clear-blue lakes. Comfortable stays, listed meals and planned mountain transport keep the arrangements practical while each day presents a distinct Ladakh landscape. The route allows time to absorb prayer halls, river confluences and broad plateaus without treating them as a checklist. It remains inspiring yet realistic about altitude, road conditions and the demands of remote travel.
Your holiday begins with pickup from Manali Bus Stand and a scenic drive to Jispa. Along the route, Atal Tunnel, Sissu Waterfall, Keylong Valley and Bhaga River introduce the journey. After Bhaga River, arrive in Jispa, check in at the hotel and slow down after the drive. After Atal Tunnel, settle in for dinner and overnight rest.
After breakfast, check out and leave for Sarchu, with Darcha, Deepak Tal, Baralacha La and Sarchu Plains woven into the drive. From Darcha towards Sarchu Plains, immense skies and bare ridges give the journey an unforgettable scale. Reach Sarchu by evening, complete the hotel check-in and settle down for dinner and overnight rest.
Check out after breakfast and continue towards Leh. Along the way, discover Gata Loops, Nakee La, More Plains and Taglang La. Around Gata Loops, sunlight and cloud continually reshape the high mountains beside the road. After Taglang La, arrive by evening, check in and relax over dinner before the overnight stay.
Begin the morning with breakfast before visiting Leh Market, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and Leh Valley Views. Between Leh Market and Leh Valley Views, faith, craft and history unfold naturally along the route. Before returning to Leh, pause once more for the view beyond Leh Market. After Leh Valley Views, return for dinner and overnight rest.
After breakfast, check out and leave for Hunder, with Khardung La, Diskit Monastery, Maitreya Buddha and Hunder Sand Dunes woven into the drive. At Khardung La, old courtyards and preserved stories bring a quieter rhythm to the day. Reach Hunder by evening, complete the hotel check-in and settle down for dinner and overnight rest.
Check out after breakfast and continue towards Pangong. Along the way, discover Shyok River Road, Durbuk Village, Pangong Tso and Spangmik Village. Around Shyok River Road, the water catches shifting light while the high desert stretches beyond it. After Spangmik Village, arrive by evening, check in and relax over dinner before the overnight stay.
The morning begins with breakfast and check-out before this highway-led journey to Leh. The road brings Pangong Sunrise, Chang La, Sakti Valley and Thiksey Valley Views naturally into the day. Around Pangong Sunrise, sunlight and cloud continually reshape the high mountains beside the road. Reach the Leh hotel by evening, check in and unwind before dinner and overnight rest.
Begin this highway-led morning with breakfast before visiting Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, Magnetic Hill and Indus-Zanskar Sangam. Near Hall of Fame, open water and distant ridges give the landscape a striking sense of space. Before returning to Leh, pause once more for the view beyond Hall of Fame. After Indus-Zanskar Sangam, settle in for dinner and overnight rest.
Begin the final morning with breakfast and check-out, keeping time for Leh Market, Sankar Monastery and Leh Valley Views. Afterwards, leave for Leh Airport as the scenery beyond Leh Valley Views slowly recedes behind the vehicle. Arrive at the scheduled drop point carrying a clear memory of this highway-led journey that led there.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before travel. Cancellation 15-29 days before travel: 50% of package value refundable. Cancellation within 14 days, no-show and unused services: non-refundable. Non-refundable supplier, permit, activity and payment charges may be deducted. Rescheduling is subject to availability and rate difference.
Prices are indicative per person on twin sharing and subject to dates, accommodation, permits and vehicle availability. Similar-category stays may be substituted. Ladakh travel is affected by altitude, weather, road closures, security directions, local taxi rules and force majeure. Government photo ID is required. Protected-area documentation, environment or wildlife fees and foreign-national permits apply as notified. GST is excluded unless the final quotation states otherwise.
Children pay 50% of the adult price.
The INR 48,999 starting price is indicative per person on twin sharing and includes the services listed under inclusions. Final cost varies by dates, occupancy and availability.
Breakfast and dinner are included on hotel nights unless the day-by-day itinerary states otherwise. Lunch, beverages and meals during long road or trek sectors are excluded unless listed.
Yes. Weather, traffic, road or trail closures, local authority instructions, permit systems and supplier operations may require a safe change in route or timing.
No. Permit assistance is provided where listed, but approval, route access and vehicle allocation remain with the relevant authorities and may change without prior notice.
All travellers must carry valid government photo identification. Protected-area, forest or festival visits may require photographs and traveller details in advance.
The stated minimum age is 14. Travellers should consider the listed moderate difficulty, road hours, walking, altitude and personal health; medical advice is recommended where relevant.
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