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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar
Activities: Arrive in Srinagar, transfer to your hotel or houseboat.
Highlights: Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, explore Mughal Gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh.
Overnight: Srinagar.

Day 2: Srinagar to Kargil
Distance: Approximately 200 km
Activities: Drive through scenic routes, visit Sonamarg en route, and explore Kargil in the evening.
Highlights: Drass War Memorial, the second coldest inhabited place in the world.
Overnight: Kargil.

Day 3: Kargil to Leh
Distance: Approximately 220 km
Activities: Drive through scenic valleys and high mountain passes.
Highlights: Visit Lamayuru Monastery, Moonland, and the beautiful landscape of the Zanskar River.
Overnight: Leh.

Day 4: Leh Local Sightseeing
Activities: Explore local attractions.
Highlights:
Hemis Monastery: The largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh.
Thiksey Monastery: Known for its resemblance to the Potala Palace.
Shey Palace: Ancient palace with a large Buddha statue.
Overnight: Leh.

Day 5: Leh to Nubra Valley
Distance: Approximately 130 km
Activities: Drive over Khardung La, one of the highest motorable passes.
Highlights: Visit Diskit Monastery, explore Hunder Sand Dunes, and see the unique double-humped Bactrian camels.
Overnight: Nubra Valley.

Day 6: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake
Distance: Approximately 180 km
Activities: Drive through the scenic Shyok River route to reach Pangong Lake.
Highlights: Enjoy the stunning views of Pangong Lake and its changing colors.
Overnight: Camps or guesthouses near Pangong Lake.

Day 7: Pangong Lake to Leh
Distance: Approximately 220 km
Activities: Return drive to Leh via Chang La Pass.
Highlights: Scenic drive back, rest and relax in Leh.
Overnight: Leh.

Day 8: Departure from Leh
Activities: Depending on your departure time, you might have some free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
Highlights: Transfer to the airport for your flight back.