The Ladakh Road Trip from Srinagar is one of India’s most iconic Himalayan journeys. Starting from the serene lakes of Kashmir and ending in the stark, dramatic landscapes of Ladakh, this route crosses legendary mountain passes, ancient monasteries, war memorials, and remote border villages.
Perfect for adventure lovers, photographers, and explorers, this journey blends culture, history, and raw natural beauty — all unfolding mile by mile on the road.
📅 Best Time to Visit: 25 April to September
🛶 Shikara ride on Dal/Nigeen Lake
❄️ Cross the iconic Zoji La Pass
🇮🇳 Visit Drass War Memorial
🏜️ Moon landscapes of Lamayuru
⛰️ Drive over Khardung La Pass
🐫 Camel safari at Hunder Sand Dunes
🏡 Explore Turtuk – India’s last border village
💙 Overnight stay at Pangong Lake
🛕 Visit Thiksey, Shey & Diskit Monasteries
After breakfast, embark on a breathtaking drive to Kargil via:
🌄 Sonamarg
❄️ Zoji La Pass
🇮🇳 Drass War Memorial
Witness dramatic landscapes as Kashmir transitions into Ladakh. Arrive in Kargil by evening, stroll along the Suru River, and explore the local market.
Overnight stay: Kargil
Drive to Leh via:
🗿 Mulbekh Buddha Statue
🌙 Lamayuru Moonland
🌊 Indus–Zanskar Sangam
🧲 Magnetic Hill
🛕 Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
Arrive in Leh and relax to acclimatize.
Overnight stay: Leh
After breakfast, drive across Khardung La (18,200 ft) — one of the world’s highest motorable roads.
Descend into the surreal Nubra Valley, known for cold deserts and sand dunes.
Evening activities include:
🐫 Double-humped camel ride at Hunder
🛕 Visit to Diskit Monastery
Overnight stay: Nubra Valley Camp
Drive to the legendary Pangong Lake via the scenic Shyok River route.
Arrive by afternoon and witness the lake’s ever-changing shades of blue.
Enjoy photography and peaceful lakeside moments.
Overnight stay: Pangong Lake Camp
After sunrise at Pangong, drive back to Leh via Chang La Pass, visiting:
🏯 Shey Palace
🛕 Thiksey Monastery
🌊 Sindhu Ghat
🎬 Rancho School (3 Idiots)
Evening free to explore Leh Market.
Overnight stay: Leh
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