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  • A perfect blend of adventurous, thrilling and cultural experiences, handpicked by Thrillophilia’s outdoor experts

  • Let the adrenaline rush pump through your veins as you drive through the world’s highest motorable passes like Khardung la and lachung la, rohtang la, and Baralacha la.

  • Visit pangong lake; world’s highest saltwater lake that changes its colour from shades of blue to green to red

  • Get ready for an adventurous journey with beauty of Manali and adventures of Ladakh altogether

  • Experience Himalyan region with utmost safety and comfort in well sanitised accommodation and vehicles

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About the Tour: 

Get ready for the most adventurous drive-through of your life. This tour lets you explore both the beauty of Manali and the thrills of Ladakh, and going through the cultural side of Leh makes the tour even more interesting. The unlimited fun activities in Manali, driving through the hairpin bends of the route, and exploring the heart of Ladakh; are the experiences that make this tour full of crazy and unique experiences.

Quick Info:

Route: Delhi - Manali - Jispa - Sarchu - Leh - Nubra via Khardung La Pass - Pangong Lake - Leh

Duration: 10 Days & 9 Night 

Start Point: Delhi

Endpoint: Leh

Passes Covered: Khardung-la (18,000 ft), Chang-la (17,688 ft), Rohtang Pass (16,051 ft), Lachung La(16,600 ft), and Baralacha la ( 16,000 ft)

Inclusions:

  • Comfortable Vehicle (Innova/ Xylo/ Tavera/ Scorpio/ Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
  • AC Volvo Semi-sleeper bus tickets from Delhi to Manali
  • Airport drop as per your flight timings
  • Accommodation at all locations on double (for couples & special requests) and triple sharing basis in standard hotels/camps
  • Buffet Breakfast and Dinner: Starting with Dinner on Day 2 & ending with Breakfast on Last Day as per itinerary (Meals while bus journey are not included)
  • Fuel for the whole trip as per the itinerary
  • Assured Inner line permits and Ladakh Union fee
  • Experienced driver for the entire journey
  • Oxygen cylinder and Basic First-Aid during the tour
  • Evening Bonfire (in Nubra)
  • Driver expenses/ toll tax/ Fuel/ Parking charges

Things Not to Miss:

  • Enjoy a bird's eye view of the surreal valley with paragliding at Solang valley.
  • Enjoy famous pizzas and burgers at cafe 1947, Manali; which is centred right next to the flowing river
  • Enjoy Thukpa, traditional Ladakhi cuisine at The Tibetan Kitchen restaurant
  • Hangout at Lala's Art Café for a tall glass of Italian coffee
  • River rafting at the world’s highest river-rafting point, Sangam
  • Ride the remarkable double-humped (Bactrian) camels found exclusively at Nubra valley
  • Feast on delicious Maggi at the Khardungla-pass
  • Shop souvenirs for friends and family at the Leh Market

How to Reach:

The tour starts from Delhi, which has good connectivity with all the capital cities in India. however, one can also join us from Manali or Chandigarh. You can meet your Volvo Bus at the "Majnu ka Tilla" Bus stop.

Wonders of Ladakh | FREE Inner Line Permits Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival at Delhi and Transfer to Manali | Gateway to The Land of High Passes
Manali

Upon your arrival at bus stop in Delhi, board the Volvo bus and start your action-packed tour of Leh Ladakh. The overnight journey takes you through some of the most scenic views as you travel to Manali and enter the majestic Himalayas.

Transfer in AC Volvo
  • Board a Volvo bus from a Delhi bus stand and depart for Manali.
  • Enjoy a 12-hour overnight journey to Manali.
Day 2
Arrival at Manali | Land of Scenic Beauty
Manali

Check-in to your hotel and immerse in a leisure activities for the remaining day. Once you check-in, the remaining day is yours to enjoy, rejuvenate, and adjust to the weather conditions. Please note it is necessary to acclimatize to the cold weather and altitude of the region so that you are ready for the adventures in Leh Ladakh. You can choose to explore Manali at your own pace and take in the beauty of the town.

Transfer in Eeco, Omni or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from Manali Bustop and drop you off at your pre-booked hotel in Manali.
Day 3
Manali To Jispa | Drive Through Atal Tunnel to Enter A Different World
Jispa

The driver will pick you up from your hotel, post which you can start your journey to Jispa. Travel through the famous Atal Tunnel, one of the longest underground highways in the world. Take a break at Sissu and Keylong, the laid-back region where natural beauty remains untouched. Here you can visit the beautiful Sissu Lake and Sissu Waterfall. Explore the lush green Bhaga valley, and then continue to Jispa. Check in to your pre-booked camp in Jispa and where you will stay overnight.

Transfer in Innova, Xylo or similar
7 Days


Activity: Sightseeing enroute to Jispa
  • Drive through the Atal Tunnel, one of the longest underground highways in the world.
  • Head towards Jispa campsite and take a break at Sissu and Keylong, small charming towns in Himachal.
  • Visit the Sissu Lake and Sissu Waterfall some of the most scenic sites on this journey to Jispa.
  • Stop at the verdant Bhaga valley and enjoy the sights of Bhaga river.
Day 4
Jispa To Sarchu Via Baralacha-la | A Night Under Starlit Sky
Sarchu

Check-out from the camp after which the driver will pick you up and take you to Sarchu. On your way, take halt at Deepak Tal, a mirror-like lake. Next stop at Zingzing Bar, one of the world's highest roadside bars and then Suraj Tal, a green emerald lake nestled in the Himalayas. Then, proceed to Baralacha La Pass, where you can click pictures of the snow covered peaks. Finally, reach Sarchu by afternoon and check-in at the camp where you can enjoy an overnight stay.

Activity: Sightseeing enroute to Sarchu
  • Head towards Sarchu campsite and take a break at the Deepak Tal, which acts as a mirror, reflecting the calm surroundings of the snow-capped peaks.
  • You can also take a short stopover at the Zingzing Bar, one of the highest roadside bars in the world.
  • Stop by the Suraj Tal which literally translates to 'the lake of sun god' and seems like a green emerald set in the Himalayas.
  • Next stop is Baralacha La Pass, a picturesque mountain pass with stunning views of the 3 valleys.
Day 5
Sarchu to Leh | Drive Through Gata Loops, 21 Hairpin Bends
Leh

The driver will pick you up from your camp in Sarchu and will take you to your next stop, Leh. En route, enjoy the drive through Gata Loops, a series of 21 hairpin bends that lead to the Nakee La Pass. Your next stopover will be Lachung La Pass, another high mountain pass. Take a stop on the More Plains, a vast expanse of green land surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Have an overnight stay in your pre-booked hotel in Leh.

Activity: Sightseeing enroute to Leh
  • Begin your day towards Leh and travel through the Gata Loops, a series of 21 hairpin bends that lead to Nakee La Pass, one of the highest motorable passes in Ladakh
  • Your next stopover would be Lachung La Pass, yet another high mountain pass in the region
  • Stop by the More Plains where a large stretch of green land is bordered by the mighty Himalayas on all sides
Day 6
Leh Local Sightseeing | Soak in the Vibrant Ladakhi Culture
Leh

The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a sightseeing tour of the city. Explore the city of Leh, covering all the major attractions such as the Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, and Leh Market. Post-sightseeing, the driver will drop you back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Leh.

Activity: Sightseeing Tour - Leh
  • Begin your Leh tour by visiting the Shanti Stupa, which was built to commemorate the 2500 years of Buddhism
  • Then visit the Leh Palace which was built in the 17th century that will give you an insight into the bygone era of Leh
  • Later go to the local Leh Market to buy some Tibetan handicrafts or go cafe hopping to try the delicious Ladakhi cuisine
Day 7
Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La Pass | A Drive to the World’s Highest Motorable Road (18000 ft.)
Nubra Valley

Check-out from your hotel after which the driver will pick you up and take you to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La Pass. Enjoy traveling through some of the world's highest passes. Experience the thrill of traversing on one of the world's highest motorable road, Khardung-La Pass. Marvel at the stunning views of the Nubra Valley, a desert surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Here, you can ride a double-humped Bactrian camel. Spend a memorable night at the campsite in Nubra Valley.

Activity: Sightseeing enroute to Nubra Valley
  • Leave for the Nubra Valley on an adventurous journey, through some of some of the highest passes in the world.
  • Take a stopover at the cafe on Khardung-La Pass, the world's highest all-season motorable road, and soak in the views as you will feel like on top of the world.
  • Experience a change in landscape from the barren cold desert to the white sand desert as you enter the Nubra Valley full of Nubra Sand Dunes.
  • If time permits, visit the oldest and the largest monastery of Ladakh, the Diskit Monastery, which also houses a large Buddha statue.
  • Enjoy the exquisite double-humped Bactrian Camel Ride, exclusively found in this region, as this region was a part of the famous silk route.
  • Spend an amazing evening as you enjoy a bonfire at the campsite.
Day 8
Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake | Recreate The Famous Bollywood Moments
Pangong Tso

Check-out from your campsite after which the driver will pick you up and take you to Pangong Lake. Take in the beauty of Pangong Tso, one of the highest-altitude lakes in the world. Marvel at the changing colors of the lake, which can range from shades of blue to green to red. Take in the panoramic sights of the surrounding mountains and the lake. Have an overnight stay at the campsite near Pangong Lake.

Activity: Sightseeing Tour - Pangong Lake
  • Visit the Pangong Lake which is nestled on the Indo-China border
  • Next, admire the changing colors, as you roam around Pangong Tso which is one of the highest lakes
  • Later, proceed your day via exploring the surroundings of Pangong Lake and take in the scenic view of the mountains and the Lake
  • You can also recreate some of the moments from your favorite Bollywood movies like 3-idiots and Jab Tak Hai Jaan and enjoy the place in Bollywood style
Day 9
Pangong Lake to Leh | Excursion to Rancho School
Leh

Check-out from your campsite after which the driver will pick you up and take you to Leh for sightseeing. Stop at the Chang-la Pass which is world's one of the highest mountain passes. Explore famous places like Changla Baba Temple & Druk Padma School during the tour. You can also explore the beautifully structured Thiksey Monastery on the way. Have an overnight stay in your hotel in Leh.

Activity: Sightseeing enroute to Leh
  • Head back to Leh and take a small stopover at the Chang-la Pass on the way, which is known as world's one of the highest mountain passes
  • You can also visit the Chang-la Cafe, located just on the Changla Pass
  • Visit the Changla Baba Temple on top and get to know about the history of the temple & the pass
  • Explore the Druk Padma School, famed for the movie ‘3 Idiots’ where the last scene of the movie was shot.
  • You can also visit the beautifully structured Thiksey Monastery en-route, if time permits
Day 10
Departure | It's Time to say Goodbye to the Mountains
Leh

Pack your bags and check out from your hotel in Leh. The driver will pick you up from the hotel and take you to Leh Airport, where your exhilarating 10 day tour will come to an end.

Transfer in Eeco, Omni or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Leh Airport, where your 10 day tour ends.

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Break the monotony of city life and get ready to explore the wonders of Ladakh, the ‘Land of High Passes’. All equipment, meal areas, accommodation, etc. are sanitized before and after every use to ensure the utmost safety and hygiene of the travelers.

Price Includes
  • Transfers

    AC Volvo Semi-sleeper bus tickets from Delhi to Manali

    Airport drop as per your flight timings

    Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Innova/ Xylo/ Tavera/ Scorpio/ Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.

  • Meals

    Buffet Breakfast and Dinner: Starting with Dinner on Day 2 & ending with Breakfast on Last Day as per itinerary (Meals while bus journey are not included)

  • Stay

    Stay on a double (couples and special requests) and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels

    Manali: Hotel Keylinga Inn/ Hotel Anant Meadows/ Similar

    Jispa: Himalayan Eco Resort/ Jispa Journeys/ Himalayan Spirit Camps/ Baga Eco Camps/ Similar

    Sarchu: Antrek Camps/ Adventure Camps/ Himalayan Spirit Camps/ Shakia Camps/ Similar

    Leh: La Buddha/ Kangsing/ Himalayan Heritage/ Ladakh Delight/ Ratna Rseidency/ Latso/ Lonchay Villa/ Similar

    Nubra: Hunder Apricot Camps/ Skylark Camps/ Similar

    Pangong: Standard Swiss Camp

    Evening Bonfire (in Nubra)

  • Permits

    Assured Inner-Line Permit fee for Pangong & Khardungla

    Environmental Fee, Ladakh Union Fee, and Wildlife fees for restricted areas

  • Driver

    Experienced driver for the entire journey

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing in a comfortable and sanitized vehicle as per the itinerary

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Know Before You Go for Wonders of Ladakh | FREE Inner Line Permits

  • Mobile Network: Only Postpaid network (JIO, Airtel, BSNL) is active in the region.
  • Breakfast availability in hotel on first and last day totally depends on your arrival and departure timings.
  • The advisable baggage limit is 1 rucksack per member.
  • Manali sightseeing is not included in the package.
  • The difference in the cost shall be borne by the client in case of any amendment in the package due to change in the number of guests, hotel change, itinerary change, etc.
  • The hotels are subject to their availability. In case they are not available, the travellers will be accommodated in a property of similar standard.
  • Thrillophilia reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any kind of disturbance that occurred (i.e weather condition, political condition or any others) without changing the total number of days and without compromising any service.
  • Covid Guidelines (including RT-PCR Test) issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of mask recommended.
  • Oxygen cylinder & backup vehicle will be provided wherever the medical services are not readily available.
  • Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; it is advisable that you take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
  • Consult a physician before undertaking the tour. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the tour.
  • Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like a change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, roadblocks, etc. will not be accommodated in the package cost. No bill will be reimbursed for any missed service/facility.
  • Because of any reason natural or personal, if the tour or a particular activity is not completed, no refund will be processed.
  • Pay heed to the tour guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound tour.
  • All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees, monument entrances, camera charges, permits, etc. are not a part of the package.
  • Carry enough cash as the number of ATMs in high-altitude regions are comparatively less and there are long queues at times.
  • All the travellers are requested to carry a copy of their medical certificate (if any) with them.
  • If in case any traveller wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, all the expenses from that point onwards will be borne by the traveller. Neither the operator nor Thrillophilia will be held responsible for such decisions or for any refund.
  • During the trip, in case the roads are blocked due to landslides or a reason that is beyond control, Thrillophilia will rearrange the itinerary for the travellers real-time, however, the cost of alternative accommodation will be borne by the customer as the hotels pre-booked execute their cancellation policies and are nonrefundable.
  • Rescheduling Policy for Private (Standard & Deluxe Package) & Group Bookings: 1) If rescheduling is made 7 days after the Booking Date till 15 days prior to the Date of Travel then 30.0% of the total tour cost will be charged as rescheduling fees. | 2) If rescheduling is made 0 days to 15 days before the Date of Travel then 100.0% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees. | 3) If bookings are made 15 days before the Date of Travel no rescheduling & modifications will be made.
  • Rescheduling Policy for Private (Super Deluxe) & Hotel Specific Bookings: No modification or Rescheduling will be catered. A standard cancellation policy will be applicable for such cases.
  • Force Majeure: In cases of force majeure events (e.g., natural disasters, political unrest, or other unforeseeable circumstances), [Thrillophilia] reserves the right to reschedule Tours & treks or offer alternative itineraries to ensure the safety and well-being of clients and staff.
  • Cancellation After Rescheduling: Clients who reschedule their tours or treks but later decide to cancel will be subject to our standard cancellation policy. Any rescheduling fees paid will be non-refundable.

Things To Carry for Wonders of Ladakh | FREE Inner Line Permits

  • Caps
  • Warm clothes
  • Hiking shoes
  • Mosquito & insect repellent
  • Water bottle
  • Extra pair of socks
  • Fleece jackets and thermals
  • Back pack (50-60l)
  • Toilet paper & wipes

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