Women’s Special Ladakh Road Trip
Description
Delhi – Manali – Solang Valley – Sarchu – Leh – Indus Valley – Nubra Valley – Pangong Tso – Leh – Delhi
If you are looking for a women-only trip to Ladakh and wish to explore the magnificent beauty of this wonderland then our 11 days 10 nights Ladakh Women Only Road Trip is a perfect option for you. During the trip, you will cross some of the highest mountain passes in the world. The tour allows you to experience the ride through the breathtaking landscapes. Soak in the spiritual aura of the ancient monasteries, delight in the serene environs, admire the scenic vistas, and enjoy camping during the trip.
You will visit some of the popular tourist places of Ladakh including Nubra Valley, Indus Valley, Solang Valley, and Pangong Tso. This tour package includes all sorts of facilities during all women’s trips to Ladakh including swift transfers, comfortable stays, sightseeing tours, and delicious meals. Here is the detailed itinerary of the Ladakh trip, take a look to gather more information.
Tour Timeline
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1Day 1 : Arrival in DelhiAirport or railway station to pick you up. You will have an assisted transfer to the pre-booked hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax. The rest of the day is at your leisure and you can explore the capital city on your own or relax in your room.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
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2Day 2 : Delhi Sightseeing - Manali (530 km approx.) (Overnight Volvo)
Wake up to a beautiful day and have a healthy breakfast. Pack your bags and check out from the hotel. Later, proceed for the full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. The national capital is home to some of the magnificent monuments and tourist places. The city is the perfect amalgamation of rich cultural heritage and modernity. During the sightseeing tour of Delhi, you will get glimpses of the bygone era and you can relive the charm of the past along with the vibrant glory of the city.
Later in the evening, you will be assisted to the Volvo pick-up point to board the overnight Volvo for Manali.
Overnight journey by bus.
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3Day 3 : Arrive in Manali
In the morning, you will reach Manali and on your arrival, our tour representative will come to pick you up at the bus stand. You will be assisted towards the pre-booked hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and unwind. Manali is nestled in the lap of the mighty Himalayan ranges and flanked by the River Beas. It is a gateway to Lahaul and Spiti Valleys. This beautiful hill station is perfect to rejuvenate and delve into the scenic beauty.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. You can relax in your room or take a stroll to the nearby places in Manali. Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
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4Day 4 : Excursion to Solang Valley & Manali Local Sightseeing
Wake up to a beautiful day and have a toothsome breakfast. Later, proceed for the sightseeing tour at Solang Valley. Enjoy the spectacular views of snow-clad peaks and lush greenery en route. In Solang Valley, you can partake in several adventure activities including paragliding, snowmobiling, Gondola or Solang Valley ropeway, zorbing, horse riding, and quad biking.
After the tour of Solang Valley, you will return to Manali in the afternoon for the sightseeing tour. Visit the famous attraction of Hadimba Temple, which is dedicated to demon-goddess Hadimba, the wife of Bhima, a character of Mahabharata. This 450-year old temple is an architectural marvel and is surrounded by cedar forest. Later, visit the nearby market and shop for handicrafts and the famous Himachali shawls.
In the evening, return to the hotel. Enjoy the delicious dinner and have a sound sleep in your cozy bed.
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5Day 5 : Manali to Sarchu via Rohtang Pass (177 km approx.)
On the 5th day of the tour, wake up early in the morning. Have a yummy breakfast and then check out from the hotel to proceed towards Sarchu via the hilly terrains of Rohtang Pass.
The road trip from Manali to Leh starts. Drive up to Sarchu via the hilly terrains of Rohtang Pass. This is one of the major passes of the Leh Manali Highway, which connects Kullu Valley with the Lahaul Valley. You will also cross Baralacha La Pass, which is nestled at a staggering altitude of 4,850 m above sea level. This is among the highest mountain passes on the highway. On arrival in Sarchu, you will be assisted towards the campsite. Complete the check-in formalities at the camp and unwind. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. After a hectic day, retire for the night.
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6Day 6 : Sarchu to Leh via Lachung La
Wake up to a beautiful day and post breakfast, embark on the most awaited day of the Ladakh trip from Manali. Check out from the camp and hit the road early in the morning to visit Leh via Lachung La Pass. Enjoy the scenic route and witness the transformation of the landscape from lush greenery to the barren brown-colored backdrop. On the way to Leh, you will three mountain passes namely Nakee La Pass, Lachung La Pass, and Tanglang La Pass. Some of the interesting attractions of the highway are Moore Plains and Gata Loops.
In the evening, you will arrive at Leh and get transferred to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax. You can spend the rest of the time at your leisure. Either you can choose to rest in your room or visit the Leh Market.
Relish the toothsome dinner and have a restful sleep in your comfy bed.
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7Day 7 : Leh – Indus Valley
On the 7th day of the Ladakh trip, explore the popular monasteries of the Indus Valley. Have a healthy breakfast and then embark on the full-day tour to Indus Valley to explore the monasteries and palaces. Visit Stok Village, which is home to the 14th-century palace. The palace complex also houses a museum where you can see the artifacts that exhibit the history of the royals. Also, visit the Stok Monastery and you can interact with the locals in the village. Try homemade butter tea and barley drink with locals. Then visit Thiksey Monastery, which is a 12 story structure and is known to be a place with rich cultural heritage.
Lastly visit Hemis Monastery, which is one of the richest monasteries in Ladakh. Houses the golden statue of Sakyamuni, Hemis Monastery also comprises a museum in which you can see the artifacts, thangkas, and murals.
After the exploration tour, return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
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8Day 8 : Leh – Nubra Valley (125 km )
Greet the morning with a hearty meal. Post breakfast, pack your bags and check out from the hotel to head towards Nubra Valley. En route, you will cross Khardung La Pass, which is one of the highest motorable passes in the world. You can stop at the pass and click some pictures. Later, proceed for the Nubra Valley. On arrival, you will visit the Diskit Monastery, which houses 108 feet statues of Maitreya Buddha that can be seen far away. From the top of the monastery, you can enjoy the panoramic views of the valley. Afterward, visit Hunder Sand Dunes and enjoy the camel ride on the Double Humped Bactrian Camel.
Then you will proceed towards the pre-booked camp or hotel. Complete the check-in formalities at the camp or hotel. Overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
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9Day 9 : Nubra Valley - Pangong Lake (240 km approx.)
Wake up early in the morning and after having a delicious breakfast, complete the check-out formalities and start your tour for Pangong Lake. One of the most breathtakingly beautiful lakes of the country, Pangong Lake is among the highest saltwater lakes in the world with a staggering altitude of 4,400 m above sea level. Extending from India to China, this lake is renowned for changing colors from green to blue to red with the sunlight. En route, you will cross some of the beautiful villages including Durbuk, Tangtse, and Spangmik.
On arrival, take a stroll near the lake and witness the enchanting beauty of the lake. Later, you will be assisted towards the campsite. Complete the check-in formalities and relax. Enjoy stargazing in the night. Overnight stay at the camp.
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10Day 10 : Pangong - Leh
Wake up early in the morning and visit the lake to enjoy the sunrise. Spend some time amidst the serene environs and spot migratory birds near the lake. Later, return to the camp have a delicious breakfast. Afterward, pack your bags and check out from the camp to head back to Leh.
En route, you will cross Chang La Pass, which is located at an elevation of 5,391 m above sea level. Visit the Chang La Baba Temple there and click some beautiful pictures on the pass. Then continue your journey towards Leh. The rest of the evening is free for leisure and you can go to the Leh Market for shopping. Overnight stay at Leh.
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11Day 11 : Leh – Delhi Departure
In the early morning, after having breakfast, you will get transferred to KBR airport to board a flight for Delhi. On arrival in the national capital, board the connecting flight or catch the train for onward destination.