Zanskar Valley Expedition (Leh to Srinagar)
About the Expedition
Journey into the heart of the Himalayas to explore the pristine and hyper-remote Zanskar Valley. This 8-day overland safari takes you through some of the most dramatic high-altitude desert landscapes on the planet, carved over millennia by the Zanskar River.
Beginning in Leh, you will acclimatize before traversing rugged mountain passes to reach ancient cliff-side monasteries like Phugtal. You will experience authentic homestays in remote villages, immerse yourself in centuries-old Buddhist culture, and witness the blooming apricot orchards in the Aryan Valley before concluding the expedition in Srinagar.
Highlights
Itinerary
Leh Airport Pick up & Acclimatization
Morning arrival at Leh. Hotel checkin and rest day for acclimatisation. Evening visit to Shanti Stupa and Leh market.
Leh to Padum via NPD
Approx Distance: 180 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hrs. Morning breakfast and checkout from Leh. Halt at Pattharsahib Gurdwara and Sangam point. Further drive to Padum via new route NPD. Evening visit Zangla palace and Stongday.
Padum to Purne - Trek to Phugtal Monastery
Post breakfast, drive to Gonbo Rangjon and then short trek to Phugtal monastery. Overnight at Hidden village in a homestay.
Purney to Padum - Karsha Monastery and Sheela Waterfall
Post breakfast, drive back from Phugtal to Padum for local sight seeing. Visit Karsha monastery and Sheela waterfall. Evening visit Padum market.
Padum to Kargil via Pensila Pass
Early breakfast, checkout and head towards Kargil. On the way halt at Sani Lake, Drang Drung glacier, Pensila top. Overnight at Kargil.
Kargil to Aryan Valley
Post breakfast, drive from Kargil to Aryan Valley. It's perfect time of the year to visit villages of Aryan valley with vibrant blue waters and Apricots starting to blossom. Overnight at Hidden village in homestay/guest house. Explore villages of Aryan valley.
Aryan Valley to Srinagar via Drass
Early breakfast and drive back to Srinagar via Drass war memorial and Sonamarg. Evening at Srinagar.
Srinagar - Airport Drop
Fly back home, bringing back memories of an unforgettable journey through the Himalayas.