Kashmir Manali Leh Itinerary - June 2023

1. Day 1: Arrive in Srinagar
   15 minutes (4 miles) from Srinagar International Airport

   Visit the stunning Mughal Gardens in the morning. Head to Dal Lake for Shikara rides in the afternoon. End the day with a visit to Hazratbal Shrine in the evening.

2. Day 2: Srinagar to Pahalgam
   2 hours 30 minutes (86 miles) from Srinagar

   Take a scenic drive to Pahalgam in the morning. Visit the Betaab Valley in the afternoon and enjoy the serene surroundings. Head to the Aru Valley in the evening for a relaxing time amidst nature.

3. Day 3: Pahalgam to Gulmarg
   4 hours (139 miles) from Pahalgam

   Embark on a drive to the beautiful hill station of Gulmarg. In the morning, take the Gondola ride to Kongdoori Mountain. In the afternoon, visit the Gulmarg Golf Course. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Khilanmarg in the evening.

4. Day 4: Gulmarg to Srinagar to Manali
   7 hours (249 miles) from Gulmarg

   Take a morning drive to Srinagar and visit the Shankaracharya Temple. Afternoon visit to Dal Lake and take a flight from Srinagar to Bhuntar Airport. Head to Manali and spend the evening exploring the markets.

5. Day 5: Manali
   20 minutes (6.7 miles) from Bhuntar

   Visit Hadimba Devi Temple in the morning. Head towards Solang Valley, indulge in adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing, and quad biking in the afternoon. Explore the local cuisine and nightlife in Old Manali in the evening.

6. Day 6: Manali to Leh
   14 hours (411 miles) from Manali

   Take an early morning drive to Leh. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. Spend the evening exploring the local markets and local food delicacies.

7. Day 7: Leh
   10 minutes (2.3 miles) from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

   Visit the stunning Pangong Tso Lake in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the Hemis Monastery. Spend the evening exploring the Leh Bazaar and enjoy the local cuisine.

Recommendations

Take a bike ride to Khardung La Pass. Opt for river rafting in Kullu. Experience the local Ladakhi culture through homestays. Take a detour to the Nubra Valley for a unique desert experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
• Shikara Rides (2 hours, INR 500)
• Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, Free Entry)
• Betaab Valley (2 hours, INR 50)
• Aru Valley (2 hours, INR 50)
• Gondola Ride (2 hours, INR 1500)
• Gulmarg Golf Course (2 hours, INR 500)
• Khilanmarg (2 hours, Free Entry)
• Shankaracharya Temple (1 hour, Free Entry)
• Hadimba Devi Temple (1 hour, INR 50)
• Solang Valley Adventure Activities (2 hours, INR 1000)
• Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 100)
• Shanti Stupa (1 hour, Free Entry)
• Hemis Monastery (2 hours, INR 100)
• Local Market Exploration (2 hours, INR 500)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 4750