Chandigarh to Leh (3rd – 12th August)

#DRIVEWITHSOUL ICONIC LEH DRIVE: MOUNTAIN TRAIL, AUGUST 2018

#DriveWithSOULTeam SOUL takes great care to curatedrives that give you opportunities toexplore locations on and off the touristmap.

After exploring the heartlands andmountains of India and creatingmemories of a life time during our lastfew drives: Jungle Trail (Nagpur toKhajuraho, in Oct ’17) and Iconic NorthEast Drive (Guwahati to Tawang, in Apr’18), we now bring to you the Iconic LehDrive: Mountain Trail, August 2018.

Go ahead and explore the North part ofIndia like never before and earn yourbadge.

Trip Highlights

Drive 1,300+ kms through some of the toughest terrains

Camping experience in Lahaulvalley at Jispa Journeys

Cross 4 high mountain passes located at 16,000+ ft altitude

Beautiful and ancient Monasteries in the furthest

Himalayan lands

White water rafting in grade III+ rapids of river Zanskar

Conquer the Khardungla summit

Enjoy the unparalleled beauty of Pangong Tso

Make local cuisine by yourself-Cooking class in Leh

Trip Highlights

Day 7Leh to Pangong Lake

Day 9Leh to Khardungla and return

Day 1Check in at Chandigarh

Day 2Chandigarh to Manali

Day 3Manali to Jispa

Day 4Jispa to Leh

Day 5Leh to Alchi and return

Day 6Outdoor activities at Leh

Day 8Pangong Lake to Leh

Day 10Bidding Adieu!

Your ItineraryA day-wise summary of the planned journey.

Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

AlchiKhardungla

Pangong

Total distance : 1,391 KMs

DAY 1: 3RD AUGUST ARRIVAL AT CHANDIGARHDISTANCE: 0 KMS (0 HRS)

Key Highlights

1200 - 1500 hrs: Check in at Taj Chandigarh

1700 - 1900 hrs: #SOULtroduction & interaction with

team

2000 hrs: Dinner

Chandigarh serves as a base for the second SOUL Iconic drive this season. Arrive at the Vivanta by Taj, Chandigarh, and get ready for the drive!

If you check in early, you can visit the sprawling gardens that this city is famous for, like The Rock Garden and the , Zakir Hussain Rose Garden.A 350km drive awaits us the next day and an early start will be essential – make sure you are well settled-in and ready!

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks takenDinner

Stay at:Taj Chandigarh

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Meals Included

Itinerary

Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

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DAY 2:4TH AUGUSTCHANDIGARH TO MANALI DISTANCE: 309 KMS (9 HRS)

Key Highlights

Post an early morning flag-off, we start our drivingexpedition of a lifetime to the Land of the MysticLamas - Ladakh.

This day we start from the plains but soon leavebehind the main highway to start climbing higher tothe mountains at 6,500 ft. to our first destination –Manali. Old Manali boasts of some quaint cafes thatcan be visited if we reach early.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0700 hrs: Breakfast

0730 hrs: Flag off from Chandigarh

1500 hrs: Stopover at Mandi for Lunch

1830 hrs: Arrival at Manali

2000 hrs: Dinner

Breakfast Dinner

Meals Included

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Stay at:Snow Valley Resort

Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Manali cafes & shopsCrossing villages

Drive from plains to Mountains

DAY 3:5th AUGUSTMANALI TO JISPADISTANCE: 138 KMS (7 HRS)

Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Key Highlights

After breakfast, it’s time to head to our stopover onthe Manali-Leh highway: Jispa, a village in the LahaulValley flanked by the Bagha river. This day, enroute wecross the fabled Rohtang La at a height of 13,000+feet.

Stay in a campsite at Jispa Journeys, set amidst ameadow. Set off to relax by the river near thecampsite if we reach before sundown.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0700 hrs: Breakfast

0800 hrs: Depart from Manali for Jispa

1300 hrs: Lunch en route

1600 hrs: Arrive at Jispa

1630 hrs: Visit to stream flowing off the Bagha river

2000 hrs: DinnerBreakfast Dinner

Stay at:Jispa Journeys

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Meals Included

Camping Experience

Lahaul Valley Rohtang Pass

DAY 4:6TH AUGUST JISPA TO LEHDISTANCE: 330 KMS (9 HRS)

Key Highlights

Get ready for scenic views and a long drive of~330kms. Starting early is crucial as we cover a lot ofground: we start from Jispa, pass by Sarchu, Pang,Upishi, Karo to finally reach Leh. On our way, we drivethrough some of the highest mountain passes locatedat 16,000+ ft, such as Baralacha La and Lachungla,witnessing many dramatic landscapes of plains,troughs, mountains and hamlets.

Expect to feel a bit of the high altitude to get to you,so don’t forget to keep hydrating throughout thejourney.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0630 hrs: Breakfast

0700 hrs: Depart from Jispa to Leh

1230 hrs: Lunch at Pang Valley

1800 hrs: Arrival at Leh

2030 hrs: Dinner

Breakfast Dinner

Meals Included

Stay at:Alpine Villa

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Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Baralacha La

SarchuGatta Loops

Pang Valley

Meals Included

Stay at:Alpine Villa

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Breakfast Dinner

DAY 5:7TH AUGUSTLEH TO ALCHI AND RETURNDISTANCE: 120 KMS (4 HRS)

Key Highlights

Welcome to Leh – the seat of the Himalayan kingdom ofLadakh. After a long and tiring drive, this day is fairly relaxed.

After a leisurely breakfast, we head out to soak in the beautyof the ancient Alchi Monastery and marvel at the wall frescoeswhich have been preserved over centuries, safe in theconfines of the monastery.

On the way back to Leh, we will visit local sights such asMagnetic hills and the awe-inspiring Gurudwara Pather Saheb.

The day ends with camaraderie over bonfire and a traditionalLadakhi dance performed especially for SOUL members.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0800 hrs: Breakfast

1000 hrs: Leave for Alchi Monastry

1330 hrs: Food experience at a local’s home

1500 hrs: Enroute visit Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pather Saheb

2030 hrs: DinnerChandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Magnetic hill

Alchi Monastery

Gurudwara Pather Saheb

Stay at:Alpine Villa

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Meals Included

Breakfast Dinner

DAY 6:8TH AUGUST OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AT LEHDISTANCE: 70 KMS (5 HRS)

Key Highlights

This day is at leisure where you can explore Leh. For the adventurous ones, wake up early for a thrilling white water rafting session in grade III+ rapids of the Zanskar river. Post this high adrenaline experience, we alight at the banks and have a freshly prepared local lunch.

Those who opt to stay back, Leh has something to offer for everyone: from colourful cafes to picturesque alleyways to antique shops selling beautiful mementos.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0800 hrs: Breakfast

0900 hrs: Depart for Nimmu for Rafting in Zanskar

1330 hrs: Lunch

1500 hrs: Return to Leh

1700 hrs: Cooking class in Leh

2030 hrs: DinnerChandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Explore Leh on footCooking class at Leh

Rafting in Zanskar river

Stay at:Summer Holiday Camp

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Meals Included

Breakfast Dinner

DAY 7:9TH AUGUSTLEH TO PANGONG LAKEDISTANCE: 156 KMS (6 HRS)

Key Highlights

Today we set off on a journey to the iconic PangongTso. Approximately 60% of this lake lies in China and all together it covers 600+ km2.

It’s an exhilarating experience to watch the hues dance as the lake changes colours with the position of the sun in the sky.

The evening promises a get-together with a bonfire and stories shared by members as we camp under the stars in Swiss Tents on the banks of the Lake!

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0700 hrs: Breakfast

0730 hrs: Depart from Leh for Pangong Lake

1300 hrs: Lunch enroute

1400 hrs: Reach Pangong Lake

1500 hrs: Relax along the banks of Pangong Lake

2030 hrs: Dinner with BonfireChandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Bonfire in the campsite

Camping at Pangong LakeChang La Pass

Stay at:Alpine Villa

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Meals Included

Breakfast Dinner

DAY 8:10TH AUGUSTPANGONG LAKE TO LEHDISTANCE: 156 KMS (6 HRS)

Key Highlights

This day, we drive back to Leh, visiting the Thiksey & Shey monasteries enroute.

In old times, the markets of Leh were famous for trading wares as it was an important stopover on key trade routes historically. Spend the evening at ease, hunting for souvenirs in these local markets on foot or enjoying Ladakhi cuisine in the many cafes that have come up.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0800 hrs: Breakfast

0930 hrs: Depart from Pangong Lake for Leh

1300 hrs: Lunch Enroute

1530 hrs: Visit Thiksey and Shey monastery

1800 hrs: Reach Leh cityChandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Shey MonasteryThiksey Monastery

DAY 9:11TH AUGUSTLEH TO KHARDUNGLA AND RETURNDISTANCE: 112 KMS (6 HRS)

Chandigarh

Manali

Jispa

Leh

Alchi

Khardungla

Pangong

Key Highlights

Though the drive is nearing the end, but we have more adventure in store for you. Today, we are going to visit Khardung La - one of the highest mountain passes in the Ladakh region at an altitude of 17,582 ft.

Get ready to experience real off-roading today as you encounter loose rock, dirt and occasional rivulets of snow melt on the way!

The summit top provides for a peaceful environment to reflect on the drive experience as you enjoy your plate of Maggi noodles here! The evening ends with bonhomie and camaraderie with the buddies made on the drive.

*Timings are subject to visits/breaks taken

Itinerary

0800 hrs: Breakfast

0930 hrs: Depart for Khardungla from Leh

1300 hrs: Reach Khardungla. Light Lunch on top

of the Pass

1630 hrs: Return to Leh

Stay at:Alpine Villa

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Meals Included

Breakfast Dinner

Khardungla

DAY 10:12TH AUGUSTBIDDING ADIEU!

0630 hrs: Breakfast

0700 hrs onward: Depart from Leh

This day brings us to the end of the Iconic Leh Drive: Mountain Trail, August 2018. With fond memories of the drive fresh on our minds and with a promise to meet again, we bid adieu to each other!

Drive in your own Tata SUV

• Couple (Twin Sharing): Rs. 85,000/-

• Adult (Twin Sharing): Rs. 45,000/-

• Adult (Single sharing): Rs. 60,000/-

• Child in sharing with couple: Rs. 35,000/-

1 Subject to availability of vehicles; member eligible only if travelling from distance of more than 500 kms from Chandigarh2 We can facilitate room bookings at hotels in Manali and Jispa on the way back at Rs 6,600 per adult on twin sharing basis Note: All charges indicated are inclusive of GSTChildren < 10 not recommended due to high altitude

Package details

Drive in a Tata Motors arranged SUV1, drop off at Chandigarh2

• Couple (Twin Sharing): Rs. 110,000/-

• Adult (Twin Sharing): Rs. 70,000/-

• Adult (Single sharing): Rs. 85,000/-

• Child in sharing with couple: Rs. 35,000/-

• Couple (Twin Sharing): Rs. 120,000/-

• Adult (Twin Sharing): Rs. 80,000/-

• Adult (Single sharing): Rs. 95,000/-

• Child in sharing with couple: Rs. 35,000/-

Drive in a Tata Motors arranged SUV1, drop off at Leh

Registration process

Registration

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Inclusions & Exclusions

• What’s included:

• Accommodation on Double sharing Basis, Stays will be in camps, hotels and guesthouses.

• Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary

• Meals mentioned

• Activities as mentioned

• Inner line permit

• What’s not included:

• In case you are unable to bring your own vehicle, you can opt for a package for Tata Motors arranged vehicle, to be dropped off at Chandigarh or at Leh

• Airfare to Chandigarh and back - Please book a flight which reaches Chandigarh by 12 PM on Day 1, leaves Leh post 8 AM on the last day

• Camera fees and entrance fees at any of the places of sightseeing

• Meals not mentioned

• Excess stay & meals due to bad weather conditions or strikes, resulting in delay of flights or any other form of transport.

• Beverages, room service, laundry, cigarettes, telephone expenses, any personal expense.

• Additional activity to be paid in cash & on actuals at the venue

• Rafting in River Zanskar can be arranged at Rs. 1,500/- per head

• Any other item not mentioned in “What’s included” section

• Cancellation policy

• Cancellations made more than 45 days prior to the start of the journey are eligible for a 75% refund of the trip amount

• Cancellations made between 30-45 days prior to the start of the journey will be eligible for a 50% refund of the trip amount

• Cancellations made between 30 days prior to the start of the journey will not be eligible for a refund.

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