From the Lakes of Srinagar to the Glacial Shores of Pangong
A Mesmerizing Journey Through Valleys, Borders, and Himalayan Peaks
This 10-day dream tour begins in the paradise of Kashmir and climbs steadily into the heart of the Himalayas. Explore Srinagar’s Mughal gardens, glide on Dal Lake, marvel at the meadows of Gulmarg and Pahalgam, then transition through the stark beauty of Kargil to the monastery-laden lands of Leh. From the cultural richness of Nubra Valley and Turtuk to the iconic blue waters of Pangong Lake, every moment in this itinerary is filled with awe and wonder.
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Destination
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Day 1:Arrival in Srinagar
- Airport pickup and hotel transfer
- Visit Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi
- Optional shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Overnight | Srinagar
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Day 2:Srinagar ➜ Gulmarg Excursion (50 km / 2 hrs)
- Scenic drive to Gulmarg (“Meadow of Flowers”)Optional pony rides and Gondola ride to Apharwat (on your own)
- Return to Srinagar by evening
- Overnight | Srinagar
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Day 3:Srinagar ➜ Pahalgam Excursion (100 km / 3 hrs)
- Day trip to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds)
- En route: Awantipura ruins
- Optional local visits to Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, or Chandanwari (self-paid)
- Return to Srinagar
- Overnight | Srinagar
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Day 4:Srinagar ➜ Sonamarg ➜ Kargil (205 km / ~7 hrs)
- Drive past Sonamarg, cross Zojila Pass
- Stop at Drass Village (2nd coldest inhabited place)
- Evening arrival at Kargil
- Overnight | Kargil
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Day 5:Kargil ➜ Leh (230 km / ~8 hrs)
- Visit Mulbekh Buddha, Lamayuru Monastery, and Moonland terrain
- Stops at Sangam (Indus–Zanskar confluence), Magnetic Hill, and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- Reach Leh by evening
- Overnight | Leh
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Day 6:Leh City Tour & Monasteries
- Explore Leh Palace, Hemis Monastery, Stok Palace & Museum
- Sunset view from Shanti Stupa
- Evening leisure at Leh Market
- Overnight | Leh
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Day 7:Leh ➜ Khardung-La ➜ Nubra Valley (125 km / ~5 hrs)
- Drive via Khardung-La Pass (18,380 ft)
- Visit Diskit Monastery, Maitreya Buddha, and Hunder Sand Dunes
- Optional camel ride on double-humped camels
- Overnight | Nubra Valley
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Day 8:Nubra Valley ➜ Pangong Lake (160 km / ~6 hrs)
- Scenic drive via Shyok route
- Visit 3 Idiots shooting point, walk along Pangong Lake
- Camp check-in at Spangmik village
- Overnight | Pangong Lake
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Day 9: Pangong Lake ➜ Leh (165 km / ~6 hrs)
- Return via Chang-La Pass (17,370 ft)
- Visit Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastery, Rancho School, Sindhu Ghat
- Final shopping in Leh Market
- Overnight | Leh
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Day 10:Departure from Leh
- Early morning transfer to Leh Airport
- Tour concludes with breathtaking memories from Kashmir to Ladakh
