Kashmir and Zanskar Trip

Kashmir to Zanskar 10 Days Expedition | Srinagar, Suru, Padum, Leh
Zanskar Road Trip
Ultimate Expedition

Kashmir to
Zanskar & Leh

10 Days of changing landscapes. From Green Meadows to Glaciers and Cold Deserts.

10 Days / 9 Nights Cross Zoji La & Penzi La

Expedition Roadmap

High Altitude
Srinagar Houseboat

1 Arrival & Srinagar Local

Arrive in Srinagar. Transfer to Hotel/Houseboat. Visit Mughal Gardens (Nishat/Shalimar) and Shankaracharya Temple. Evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake.

Gulmarg

2 Srinagar to Gulmarg (Night Stay)

Drive to Gulmarg. Check-in. Enjoy the Gondola ride to Phase 1 or 2 (tickets extra). Explore the meadows. Overnight stay in Gulmarg to acclimatize.

Sonamarg

3 Gulmarg to Sonamarg (Night Stay)

Scenic drive from Gulmarg to Sonamarg (Meadow of Gold). Visit Thajiwas Glacier. Enjoy the evening by the Sindh river. Overnight stay in Sonamarg.

Suru Valley

4 Sonamarg to Suru Valley

Cross the mighty Zoji La Pass. Enter Ladakh at Drass (coldest inhabited place). Pass Kargil and enter the lush Suru Valley. View Nun Kun peaks. Stay in Sankoo/Panikhar.

Drang Drung Glacier

5 Suru to Padum (via Penzi La)

Drive towards Rangdum Monastery. Cross Penzi La Pass. Witness the massive Drang Drung Glacier. Enter Zanskar Valley and reach Padum.

Padum

6 Padum Local Sightseeing

Visit Karsha Monastery (largest in Zanskar), Sheela Waterfall, and Stongdey Monastery. Explore Padum market. Overnight in Padum.

Zangla

7 Zanskar Monasteries Tour

Drive to Zangla Palace (ruins). Visit the nunnery. Experience the deep Buddhist culture of the region. Return to Padum.

Sani Lake

8 Sani Village & Lake

Visit Sani Monastery and the holy Sani Lake. It is one of the oldest religious sites in Zanskar. Relaxing day before the long drive.

Road to Leh

9 Padum to Leh

Long drive to Leh via the new Singge La road (scenic & shorter) OR via Kargil/Lamayuru (NH1) depending on road conditions. Arrive Leh by evening.

10 Leh Local & Departure

Morning visit to Leh Market if time permits. Transfer to Leh Airport for your flight back home. Tour Ends.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation (Hotels/Camps/Guest Houses)
  • Daily Breakfast & Dinner
  • Private SUV (Scorpio/Innova/Xylo) for 10 Days
  • Inner Line Permits for Ladakh
  • Driver Allowances, Tolls, Parking
  • Shikara Ride in Srinagar

Exclusions

  • Flights (Srinagar In / Leh Out)
  • Lunch
  • Monastery Entry Fees
  • Gondola Tickets
  • Personal Expenses
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Expedition FAQs

How are the roads from Zanskar to Leh?
The new road via Singge La is scenic but still under construction in parts, making it an off-road adventure. The traditional route via Kargil is longer but fully paved. We choose the route based on road status and guest preference.
What kind of vehicle is used?
Due to the rugged terrain of Suru and Zanskar, we strictly use high-ground clearance SUVs like Toyota Innova, Mahindra Scorpio, or Xylo to ensure comfort and safety.
Is mobile network available in Zanskar?
Network is limited. BSNL Postpaid works in Padum and major towns. Jio has recently started working in Padum town area. Expect no connectivity on the passes (Penzi La, Zoji La).

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