Srinagar to Leh to Manali with Turtuk (10N/11D)

10N/11DLadakhPickup & drop: Srinagar → DelhiBike Trips

Overview

This 10 Nights / 11 Days road trip crosses Ladakh from Srinagar to Manali, covering about 1,600 km with Leh, Nubra Valley, Turtuk and Pangong Tso on the way. The trip starts in Srinagar, not Delhi: you reach Srinagar Airport on your own and go to the hotel or houseboat, where our representative meets you. It ends in Delhi after the journey down from Manali. Batches run from July to September.

From Srinagar you travel through Sonmarg and over Zoji La to Kargil, then on to Leh via Lamayuru, Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib. From Leh the route goes over Khardung La to Nubra Valley for two nights, with a day trip to Turtuk, then via Shyok to camps at Pangong Tso and back to Leh over Chang La. The return is on the Leh–Manali Highway, with a night in camps at Sarchu, a day in Manali and the evening departure for Delhi. Prices start at ₹21,000 per person on triple sharing with your own bike (5% GST extra).

Trip highlights

About 1,600 km by road between Srinagar and Manali
Srinagar to Leh via Sonmarg, Zoji La, Drass, Kargil and Lamayuru
Nubra Valley over Khardung La, with Diskit Monastery and the Hundar sand dunes
Day trip to Turtuk
Night in camps at Pangong Tso
Leh–Manali Highway via Moore Plains, Gata Loops and Baralacha La

Day-wise itinerary

01Day 1Arrival in Srinagar
Arrive at Srinagar Airport and reach the hotel or houseboat, where our representative meets you. Check in, freshen up and relax. You can take a shikara ride on Dal Lake or explore the Srinagar market. Dinner, a briefing for the next day and an overnight stay.
02Day 2Srinagar to Kargil
Wake up early and leave for Kargil after breakfast. Visit Sonmarg on the way. Cross Zoji La to Drass, known as one of the coldest inhabited places in India and often called the Gateway to Ladakh. After a lunch break, continue to Kargil. Arrive at Kargil and check in to the hotel. Dinner and an overnight stay.
03Day 3Kargil to Leh
Wake up early and start for Leh after breakfast. Drive from Kargil to Lamayuru via Mulbek, Namika La and Fotu La. From Lamayuru, Leh is about 125 km, through the Hangroo Loops and Nimmu. On the way, stop at Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and the confluence of the rivers. Reach Leh by evening and check in to the hotel.
04Day 4Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La
After breakfast, head towards Nubra Valley. Ride over Khardung La and spend some time at the top. Ride to Diskit Monastery for a view over Nubra Valley. Stop at the Hundar sand dunes, where you can take a double-humped camel ride in the cold desert. Dinner and an overnight stay in camps or cottages.
05Day 5Nubra to Turtuk and back
After breakfast, drive towards Turtuk. Turtuk is the last outpost in India before Pakistan-controlled Gilgit-Baltistan, and one of the gateways to the Siachen Glacier. The village differs in culture, language and history from the rest of Ladakh, and the landscape changes to narrow valleys and steep mountains. Return to Nubra Valley for dinner. Overnight stay in camps in Nubra Valley.
06Day 6Nubra to Pangong Tso via Shyok
After breakfast, leave for Pangong Tso via Shyok. Arrive at Pangong Tso in the late afternoon. The lake is known for changing colour several times a day. Spend the evening by the lake. Dinner and an overnight stay in camps at Pangong.
07Day 7Pangong Tso to Leh via Chang La
Wake up early for the sunrise. After breakfast, head back to Leh over Chang La. Reach Leh by evening and explore the local market and cafes on your last day in Leh. Return to the hotel by evening. Dinner and an overnight stay.
08Day 8Leh to Sarchu
Wake up early and leave for Sarchu after breakfast. Cross the Moore Plains, a flat, straight stretch of road about 30 km long. After lunch at Pang, cross Lachung La and Nakee La. Just before Sarchu, descend the Gata Loops (21 hairpin bends at 4,669 m). Reach Sarchu and check in at the camps. Dinner and an overnight stay.
09Day 9Sarchu to Manali
Wake up early and leave after breakfast for a long day on the road. Drive over Baralacha La, one of the more challenging passes on the Leh–Manali Highway. Pass Suraj Tal, a small lake at the top of Baralacha La. Drive through Zingzing Bar, Patsio and Darcha to reach Manali. Check in to the hotel. Dinner and an overnight stay.
10Day 10Manali self exploration and departure
After a relaxed morning and breakfast, you can head out for local sightseeing in Manali. Places you can visit: Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogni Waterfall, Vashisht Temple and Mall Road. Spend some time cafe hopping in the streets of Old Manali. Leave for Delhi in the evening.
11Day 11Arrival in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi. The trip ends here.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Accommodation for 9 nights in hotels, camps or cottages and homestays, on double or triple sharing
All meals mentioned in the itinerary
Bike rent for 8 days (for the biking option)
Fuel for the bike as per the itinerary
Entire travel on the route by Traveller or MUV, depending on group size (for the non-biking option)
Driver night charges, toll tax and parking charges (for the non-biking option)
Volvo transfer between Manali and Delhi
Mechanical and luggage backup vehicle (MUV, Traveller or Bolero Camper)
RE mechanic with spare parts for minor repairs on the way
Riding gear: helmet, riding gloves (riders only), elbow guards and knee pads
All inner line permits for the trip
Ladakh Union Fee
Oxygen cylinder in the backup vehicle for emergencies
First aid kit
Complimentary bonfire night
Team captain throughout the trip
24x7 customer support

Exclusions

5% GST
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Entry charges and monument fees
Personal expenses and tips
Room heater charges
Extra days of stay or food anywhere on the tour because of bad weather or roads blocked by snow
Any cost arising from unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and acts of God

Cancellation Policy

When you cancel	Refund
More than 10 days before the travel date	50% of the advance
5 to 10 days before the travel date	25% of the advance
Less than 5 days before the travel date	No refund

No refund for no-shows or early check-outs.
Meals, activities or services you don't use aren't adjusted or refunded.
If a trip is cancelled because of political unrest, government guidelines, extremely poor weather or unsafe conditions, you get a full credit (equal to the amount paid) to use on any future Travel Devils booking, not a cash refund.

Things To Pack

Backpack or rucksack
Comfortable clothing
Raincoat and umbrella (monsoons only)
Warm woollen jackets or sweaters (depending on the season)
Comfortable trekking or sports shoes
Water bottle (avoid single-use plastic)
Quick snacks for the journey, like dry fruits and chocolates
Personal care items and toiletries
Personal medicines
Phone, camera and photography equipment
ATM card and enough cash for shopping and cafe visits
Torch, power bank and sunglasses
Identity document such as Aadhaar, driving licence or passport

Things to know

Reporting point

Arrive at Srinagar Airport and reach the hotel or houseboat, where our representative meets you. Reporting details are shared once your booking is confirmed.

The trip starts in Srinagar. Reach Srinagar on your own on Day 1.
The trip ends in Delhi. Book return flights or trains leaving Delhi after 4 PM on the trip end date, and check with us before booking.
Any damage to the bike is borne by the rider.
Prices are per person on triple sharing. Double sharing is ₹3,000 per person extra.
An extra mattress is provided for the third person in triple sharing rooms.
Riding gear is provided, but we recommend bringing your own helmet.
Jackets come in two sizes only, L and XL, and size allotment is subject to availability.
An oxygen cylinder is kept in the vehicle for emergencies. We recommend carrying portable oxygen as well.
The itinerary can change because of weather, road conditions, the physical ability of participants or similar factors. We may change the schedule in the interest of safety, comfort and general wellbeing.

FAQs

Where does the trip start and end, and how do I get there?

The trip starts in Srinagar, not Delhi. You reach Srinagar Airport on your own on Day 1 and go to the hotel or houseboat, where our representative meets you. The trip ends in Delhi on Day 11, after the evening departure from Manali on Day 10. Book return flights or trains leaving Delhi after 4 PM, and check with us before booking.

What are the travel options and what do they cost?

Per person on triple sharing: ₹21,000 with your own bike, ₹40,000 as a solo rider on a rented bike, ₹30,500 as one of two riders sharing a rented bike, and ₹28,500 in an SUV or Tempo Traveller. 5% GST is extra.

What do twin and single sharing cost?

Twin sharing is ₹3,000 per person extra and single sharing is ₹10,000 extra, on top of the triple sharing price for your travel option. An extra mattress is provided for the third person in triple sharing rooms.

What is included?

9 nights in hotels, camps or cottages and homestays, the meals mentioned in the itinerary, inner line permits, the Ladakh Union Fee, the Volvo between Manali and Delhi, a team captain, a backup vehicle for luggage and repairs, a mechanic, an oxygen cylinder, a first aid kit and a bonfire night. The biking option adds the bike and fuel; the non-biking option covers the vehicle with driver charges, tolls and parking.

Is riding gear provided?

Yes: helmet, riding gloves for riders, elbow guards and knee pads. Jackets come in L and XL only and are subject to availability. We recommend bringing your own helmet. Any damage to the bike is paid for by the rider.

What is not included?

5% GST, meals not specified in the itinerary, entry and monument fees, personal expenses and tips, room heater charges, and extra days of stay or food caused by bad weather or roads blocked by snow.

How do I book and pay?

Confirm your seat by paying an advance of ₹8,000 per person. 5% GST is extra on the trip cost.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel more than 10 days before the travel date and 50% of the advance is refunded; 5 to 10 days before, 25% of the advance; less than 5 days before, there is no refund. There is no refund for no-shows or early check-outs.

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₹21,000/ person · +5% GST

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