Zanskar & Kargil Explorer: Remote Valleys of Ladakh

Overview

For repeat visitors: Suru Valley, Rangdum and Padum on the road less travelled.

Route: Srinagar → Kargil → Zanskar → Leh. This is a starting plan: we adjust hotels, pace and inclusions to your dates and group.

Highlights

Suru Valley and Rangdum Monastery
Penzi La pass and Drang-Drung Glacier views
Padum and the Zanskar villages
Stongde and Karsha monasteries
Return to Leh via Lamayuru

Day-by-day itinerary

Arrive Srinagar

Houseboat check-in and an evening shikara ride.

Srinagar to Kargil

Cross Sonamarg and Zojila; overnight in Kargil.

Kargil to Rangdum

Through the Suru Valley, with views of Nun-Kun.

Rangdum to Padum

Over Pensi La with Drang-Drung Glacier views.

Padum local

Karsha and Stongde monasteries, village walks.

Padum to Kargil

Long return drive on the same route.

Kargil to Leh

Lamayuru, Moonland and Sangam.

Leh rest & local

Palace, stupa and bazaar.

Departure from Leh

Airport drop.

Watch: reference vlogs

Preview the route through independent travellers' videos. These open on YouTube and belong to their creators.

Zanskar & Kargil Explorer: Remote Valleys of Ladakh (photo)

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Srinagar travel vlogsYouTube search ↗

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Leh guide videosYouTube search ↗

Included

Airport or station pickup and drop
Stays as per plan (hotel, houseboat, resort or camp)
Private cab with experienced driver
Meals as agreed on WhatsApp
Sightseeing as per itinerary
24/7 WhatsApp support during travel

Not included

Flights and train tickets
Entry fees, pony and gondola tickets unless stated
Personal expenses and tips
Travel insurance
Anything not mentioned in the confirmed plan

Questions about this trip

What is the best time for the Zanskar & Kargil Explorer trip?

Best season: Jul to Sep. We confirm road, snow and permit conditions before you travel.

Can the 9-day plan be customised?

Yes. We can add or remove days, change hotels, and reorder sightseeing to fit your group.

How do I get the price?

Tap 'Get price on WhatsApp' and we'll quote for your dates, group size and hotel category.

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