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Srinagar to Leh to Manali Grand Circuit with Umling La
The grand Ladakh circuit in 11 days: a Dal Lake houseboat start, Zoji La, Kargil and Lamayuru into Leh, then Nubra, Pangong, Hanle and Umling La, finishing down the Manali–Leh Highway via Sarchu with a Manali leisure day and the AC Volvo back to Delhi. 09 nights of accommodation on double/triple sharing, with cab or biking options.
Price shown is per person, starting at the triple-sharing seat-in-cab fare; biking modes (dual rider, solo 500cc, Himalayan 411, bring-your-own-bike) are priced separately.
Itinerary Breakdown
Arrive in Srinagar, enjoy a traditional shikara ride across Dal Lake and check in to your houseboat amid the floating gardens. Evening orientation with your Trip Captain; dinner and overnight on board.
An early start via Sonamarg; bikers receive their Himalayans with a riding briefing before the convoy rolls. Cross Zoji La (11,575 ft), ride through Dras Valley — the Gateway to Ladakh — and visit the Kargil War Memorial. Dinner and overnight in Kargil.
Over Namika La (12,198 ft) and Fotu La (13,479 ft) to the ancient Lamayuru Monastery, then Sangam, Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, ending with sunset at Shanti Stupa. Dinner and overnight in Leh.
Over Khardung La (18,080 ft) to Diskit Monastery and its 100-ft Maitreya Buddha, then the cold desert and Hunder Sand Dunes. Optional double-hump camel or ATV rides at own cost. Bonfire, dinner and overnight camp in Nubra.
The scenic Shyok route to Pangong Tso (13,860 ft) — the famous colour-changing lake and the 3 Idiots and Jab Tak Hai Jaan shooting spots. Lakefront sunset and stargazing; dinner and overnight in lakeside cottages.
Through remote high-altitude landscapes past Chushul, Tsaga and Loma to Hanle (~15,000 ft) on the ancient Silk Route. Rezang La War Memorial, the Indian Astronomical Observatory (optional) and stargazing. Dinner and overnight in a homestay/cottage.
An early start for Umling La — the world’s highest motorable road — with photography at the top, then back to Leh with pit stops en route, visiting the 3 Idiots School and Shanti Stupa. Overnight in Leh.
Down the Manali–Leh Highway: Tanglang La (5,328 m), Lachung La (5,065 m) and Nakee La (4,738 m), the 50 km More Plains and the famous Gata Loops. Dinner and overnight camp in Sarchu.
Through Jispa, Keylong, Tandi and Sissu, over Baralacha La and through the Atal Tunnel — the final scenic stretch into Manali. Check in and unwind; dinner and overnight in Manali.
A free day for Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht hot springs, Jogini Waterfall, Mall Road cafés and viewpoints. In the evening, board the overnight AC Volvo (semi-sleeper) to Delhi.
Wake up as your Volvo reaches Delhi in the morning — the grand circuit concludes with smiles and memories.
What’s in the Package?
Included
- 09 nights accommodation on double/triple sharing, including the Srinagar houseboat
- Bike rental with fuel (biking option) or Tempo Traveller/cab for the full journey (non-biking option)
- 09 breakfasts and 09 dinners per person
- Dedicated trip lead, bike marshal and mechanical backup
- Badges & expedition stickers, complimentary group photos and ride certificate
- Manali to Delhi drop in AC Volvo (semi-sleeper)
- All inner line permits for the trip
- Driver night charges, toll tax and parking charges
- Medical kit and oxygen cylinder 24x7 in the vehicle
Not included
- Personal expenses, beverages and meals not listed in the inclusions
- 5% GST on the total package cost
- Alcoholic drinks, mineral water and meals/refreshments on the highway
- Entry tickets, monument/monastery fees, camera charges, camel safari, river rafting, laundry, telephone bills and tips
- Any cost arising from natural calamities, landslides or road blocks (payable on the spot)
- Damage to the bike (except engine damage) or riding gear — biking options
- Any medical or evacuation expenses
Notes
- Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure (booking amount non-refundable); fees of 10% (59–45 days), 25% (44–30 days), 50% (29–15 days), 75% (15–8 days) and 100% (within 7 days) apply thereafter.
- 60% of the trip cost must be paid at least 60 days before the trip starts.
- Prices are per person and vary by mode: seat in cab/SUV/Tempo Traveller, dual rider, solo 500cc, Himalayan 411 (solo/pillion) or bring-your-own-bike (fuel excluded).
- Biking options carry a fully refundable security deposit of ₹5,000 (Classic/Std) or ₹10,000 (Himalayan); a luggage backup vehicle runs with groups of 10+.
- Day 1 is for acclimatisation — stay hydrated and avoid exertion; nights are very cold and mobile network/electricity are limited in Nubra, Pangong and Hanle.
- No refunds for services affected by weather, landslides, road blocks or force majeure; trips called off before departure due to natural calamity earn a travel voucher valid 365 days.
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