Srinagar-Kargil-Zanskar-Leh Tour No. 4
Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days | Elevation: 5190 Meters | Region: Zanskar (Zangskar)
Overview
Drass, also known as Himababs or Hembabs, is a town and hill station in the Drass district of Ladakh. It is located on NH 01 between Zoji La Pass and Kargil and is often called "The Gateway to Ladakh." Known for its high-altitude trekking routes and tourist sites, Drass is traditionally referred to as Hem-babs, meaning "snow land," with winter temperatures averaging -25 to -30 degrees Celsius.
Kargil, the second-largest town in Ladakh, is located 204 km east of Srinagar and 234 km west of Leh. It lies on the banks of the Suru River near its confluence with the Wakha Rong River, providing the most accessible route to Leh. The Suru Valley, historically ruled from Kartse, is known for its stunning landscapes and ancient Buddhist heritage.
Rangdum, located midway between Kargil and Padum, is a remote and scenic area with the Rangdum Gonpa monastery. The region is known for its bleak beauty and dependence on supplies from lower Suru Valley or Zanskar.
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1: Srinagar – Sonamarg. Drive through lush greenery and villages. Overnight at a guest house.
- Day 2: Sonamarg – Kargil. Cross Zoji La Pass, visit Drass Village (2nd coldest inhabited place), and Kargil War Memorial. Overnight in Kargil.
- Day 3: Kargil – Rangdum. Drive through Suru Valley, witness Nun and Kun peaks, Panikhar Village, and Parkachik Glacier. Overnight in tents at Rangdum.
- Day 4: Rangdum – Padum Zanskar. Cross Penzi La Pass (4450 meters) and visit Statso and LangTso lakes. Explore Drang-Drung Glacier and reach Padum. Overnight in Padum.
- Day 5: Padum – Local Sightseeing. Visit Zongkhul Gonpa, Sani Holy Lake, Kaniska Stupa, and Sani Castle. Overnight in Padum.
- Day 6: Padum – Purne. Visit Bardan Monastery, Mune, and Ichar (106-foot Buddha statue). Overnight at Purne guest house or homestay.
- Day 7: Purne – Padum. Trek to Phuktal Monastery (11th-century monastery in a tiger mouth cave). Overnight in Purne.
- Day 8: Padum – Lingshed. Visit Stongde Monastery and Karsha Monastery. Overnight in Lingshed guest house or homestay.
- Day 9: Lingshed – Lamayuru – Leh. Cross Singge La Pass (5160 meters) and Sisir La Pass (4990 meters). Visit Lamayuru Monastery and Alchi Monastery. Overnight in Leh.
- Day 10: Transfer to Leh Airport for departure.
Pricing
The total cost for this tour package is:
This price includes accommodation, meals, transportation, and guided tours.
