Epic Journey: Manali to Leh in One Day

Day 1: Manali to Leh

Manali, India

6:00AM

Breakfast at The Hospitalities Cafe

Start your adventure with a hearty breakfast of pancakes and fresh fruit at The Hospitalities Cafe in Manali, fueling up for the long journey ahead.
From the cafe, head to your vehicle that you have hired in advance.
INR 400, 1 hour

7:30AM

Drive to Rohtang Pass

Enjoy the scenic drive to Rohtang Pass, where breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks await you.
Follow the highway northwards; Rohtang Pass is about 51 km from Manali.
INR 0 (included in travel cost), 2.5 hours

10:00AM

Explore Rohtang Pass

Spend some time at Rohtang Pass, capturing stunning photographs amidst the alpine landscape and vibrant meadows.
Spend approximately 1 hour here before continuing your journey.
INR 50 (entry fee), 1 hour

11:30AM

Drive to Keylong

Continue your journey towards Keylong, marveling at the ever-changing terrain and the resilient beauty of the Himalayas.
Follow the highway towards Keylong, around 71 km from Rohtang Pass.
INR 0 (included in travel cost), 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at a Local Dhaba in Keylong

Stop for a delicious local meal, perhaps some steaming Chana Dal and freshly made rotis at a roadside dhaba, giving you the energy for the next leg.
Dhabas are easily found on the main road.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:30PM

Drive to Jispa

After a filling lunch, proceed to Jispa, a picturesque village known for its scenic beauty and tranquility.
Just 22 km from Keylong, it's a brief but beautiful drive.
INR 0 (included in travel cost), 30 minutes

3:00PM

Explore Jispa

Take a quick tour around Jispa, enjoy a short walk by the river or explore the local landscapes.
Stroll through the village and along the river.
INR 0, 1 hour

4:00PM

Drive to Leh

Resume your journey to Leh, where the majestic landscapes of Ladakh start to unfold.
Drive through scenic routes that follow the river and valley towards Leh, approximately 150 km away.
INR 0 (included in travel cost), 6-7 hours

11:00PM

Dinner at The Zen Garden Restaurant, Leh

Once you arrive in Leh, unwind and enjoy a warm dinner of traditional Tibetan momos and Thukpa in a cozy setting at The Zen Garden.
The restaurant is located in the main town area of Leh.
INR 600, 1.5 hours
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