Srinagar to Leh Ladakh: A Relaxing 10-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   Start your journey at Srinagar. Visit the iconic Dal Lake, go for a shikara ride and enjoy the scenic views. Spend an evening with traditional Kashmiri cuisine.
   Time estimate: 4 hours
   Distance estimate: 0 km
2. Day 2: Kargil
   Drive to Kargil crossing Sonmarg, Zojila Pass, and Dras War Memorial. Relax at your hotel and explore Kargil bazaar.
   Time estimate: 8 hours
   Distance estimate: 220 km
3. Day 3: Alchi
   Drive to Alchi to explore ancient Alchi Monastery and visit Gurudwara Pathar Sahib on the way. Relax by the Indus river and enjoy views of the Himalayas.
   Time estimate: 4.5 hours
   Distance estimate: 130 km
4. Day 4: Leh
   Drive to Leh and explore the Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, and the colorful Leh market. Visit the Hall of Fame Museum to learn about Indian army.
   Time estimate: 3.5 hours
   Distance estimate: 70 km
5. Day 5: Leh (Local Sightseeing)
   Visit Thiksey Monastery and Hemis Monastery to discover the ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture. Explore the Shey Palace and take a refreshing dip in the Indus River.
   Time estimate: 4 hours
   Distance estimate: 60 km
6. Day 6: Nubra Valley
   Head to Nubra Valley and cross Khardung La Pass, the highest pass in the world. Visit the sand dunes of Hunder and enjoy a double-humped camel safari. Relax in hot springs at Panamik.
   Time estimate: 6 hours
   Distance estimate: 120 km
7. Day 7: Nubra Valley – Leh
   Visit the Samstanling Monastery and drive back to Leh. Stop at the picturesque Diskit Monastery on the way and indulge in some local cuisines.
   Time estimate: 6 hours
   Distance estimate: 130 km
8. Day 8: Tso Moriri Lake
   Drive to Tso Moriri Lake, visit the Korzok Monastery, and relax by the lakeside. The lake is a breeding ground for rare migratory birds and a photographer’s paradise.
   Time estimate: 7 hours
   Distance estimate: 215 km
9. Day 9: Pangong Tso Lake
   Drive to mighty Pangong Tso Lake and enjoy a mesmerizing sunrise and sunset. The lake changes its color multiple times a day.
   Time estimate: 6 hours
   Distance estimate: 160 km
10. Day 10: Leh – Kargil – Srinagar
    Leave early in the morning for Kargil and then drive back to Srinagar. Take a stroll in Srinagar market and collect souvenirs.
    Time estimate: 11 hours
    Distance estimate: 410 km

Time and Cost Estimates

• Dal Lake (2 hours, INR 1000)
• Zojila Pass (1 hour, INR 0)
• Dras War Memorial (1 hour, INR 0)
• Alchi Monastery (2 hours, INR 150)
• Gurudwara Pathar Sahib (1 hour, INR 0)
• Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 250)
• Shanti Stupa (1 hour, INR 100)
• Hall of Fame Museum (2 hours, INR 250)
• Thiksey Monastery (2 hours, INR 30)
• Hemis Monastery (2 hours, INR 100)
• Shey Palace (1 hour, INR 100)
• Nubra Valley (3 hours, INR 2000)
• Camel Safari (1 hour, INR 600)
• Samstanling Monastery (1 hour, INR 50)
• Diskit Monastery (1 hour, INR 50)
• Korzok Monastery (1 hour, INR 50)
• Pangong Tso Lake (2 hours, INR 0)
• Strolling in local markets (2 hours, INR 500)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,130

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also include in your itinerary visits to places such as Zanskar Valley, Turtuk (last Indian village), Lamayuru Monastery, or simply add a day of relaxation in Leh or Nubra Valley. If you have less time, you can skip Panamik or take a direct flight from Leh to Srinagar.