8-Day Itinerary: From Manali to Leh in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Manali
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Manali

    Explore Manali, a popular hill station known for its lush greenery, breathtaking landscapes, and adventure sports.

  2. Day 2: Keylong
    5 hours (68 miles) from Manali

    Drive to Keylong, a small town nestled in the Lahaul valley, and visit its famous monasteries and temples.

  3. Day 3: Sarchu
    5 hours (82 miles) from Keylong

    Enjoy the scenic drive to Sarchu, a high-altitude Himalayan campsite located on the border between Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh.

  4. Day 4: Leh
    4 hours (110 miles) from Sarchu

    Drive to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. Explore the city's monasteries, palaces, and markets, and learn about its rich cultural heritage.

  5. Day 5: Pangong Tso
    5 hours (144 miles) from Leh

    Visit Pangong Tso, a stunning blue lake surrounded by breathtaking mountains. Take a boat ride or hike along the lake shores.

  6. Day 6: Nubra Valley
    5 hours (121 miles) from Pangong Tso

    Drive to the Nubra Valley, known for its sand dunes, hot springs, and monasteries. Go on a camel safari and relax in the natural hot springs.

  7. Day 7: Kargil
    6 hours (150 miles) from Nubra Valley

    Stop at Kargil, a town with a rich history and heritage. Visit the War Memorial and Drass Village, one of the coldest inhabited places in the world.

  8. Day 8: Leh
    5 hours (125 miles) from Kargil

    Return to Leh and spend the day exploring any place you missed during the first visit. End the tour with a delicious traditional Ladakhi meal.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Monasteries and temples in Keylong (2 hours, free)
  • Camping in Sarchu (1 night, $20)
  • Palaces and markets in Leh (4 hours, free)
  • Boat ride or hike in Pangong Tso (3 hours, $15)
  • Camel safari and hot springs in Nubra Valley (5 hours, $30)
  • War Memorial and Drass Village in Kargil (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $65

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, add a visit to the Hemis National Park, try the Yak cheese momos, and watch the sunrise/sunset over the Himalayas. If you have less time, skip the Nubra Valley and Kargil visits.

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