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Zanskar Motorcycle Riding Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Kargil
    7 hours (210 km) from Srinagar

    In the morning, ride to Kargil, a historic town located on the banks of the Suru River. Visit the Kargil War Memorial, the Drass War Memorial, and the Munshi Aziz Bhat Museum. In the afternoon, take a walk in the old town and explore the local market. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Ladakhi dinner.

  2. Day 2: Padum
    6 hours (240 km) from Kargil

    Ride to Padum, the administrative center of the Zanskar region. Along the way, visit the Rangdum Monastery, the Nun-Kun Massif, and the Penzi La Pass. In the afternoon, explore the Padum market and visit the Bardan Monastery. In the evening, relax in your hotel room and enjoy the scenic views.

  3. Day 3: Zangla
    1 hour (35 km) from Padum

    Ride to Zangla, a picturesque village located in Zanskar Valley. Visit the Zangla Palace, the Zangla Monastery, and the Stongdey Monastery. In the afternoon, take a walk in the village and interact with the locals. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Zanskari meal.

  4. Day 4: Karsha
    1 hour (14 km) from Zangla

    Ride to Karsha, a village located on the banks of the Doda River. Visit the Karsha Monastery, the largest and oldest monastery in Zanskar. In the afternoon, take a walk in the village and explore the local culture. In the evening, enjoy a cultural program organized by the monastery.

  5. Day 5: Stongde
    2 hours (50 km) from Karsha

    Ride to Stongde, a village located on a hilltop overlooking the Zanskar Valley. Visit the Stongde Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, take a walk in the village and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, have a cup of Ladakhi butter tea and relax.

  6. Day 6: Rangdum
    6 hours (180 km) from Stongde

    Ride to Rangdum, a high-altitude village located between the Kashmir and Zanskar regions. Visit the Rangdum Monastery, the only Buddhist monastery in the area. In the afternoon, take a walk in the village and interact with the locals. In the evening, enjoy the starry night sky.

  7. Day 7: Srinagar
    10 hours (300 km) from Rangdum

    Ride back to Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir. Visit the Shalimar Bagh, the Nishat Bagh, and the Hazratbal Shrine. In the afternoon, take a Shikara ride on the Dal Lake and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, explore the local market and do some shopping.

Recommendations

You can consider visiting the Phuktal Monastery, the Zanskar River Rafting, and the Trek to Darcha Padum Trek. You can also plan a day trip to Leh, the capital city of Ladakh. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry warm clothes, rain gear, and a camera.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kargil War Memorial (1 hour, free)
  • Drass War Memorial (1 hour, free)
  • Munshi Aziz Bhat Museum (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Bardan Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Karsha Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Stongde Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Rangdum Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Shalimar Bagh (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Nishat Bagh (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, free)
  • Shikara ride on the Dal Lake (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 540
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