Inner Line Permits for Leh – Ladakh
Leh – Ladakh journey (especially by road) is quite an experience in anybody’s life who loves to travel and I feel one must visit Leh – Ladakh at least once in his / her lifetime. The mesmerizing beauty offered by mother nature in this region is simply jaw dropping and takes your soul away within minutes. Although, it has been quite a time since return from my Ladakh journey, I feel only my body has managed to arrive back and soul still explores that breathtaking vistas in my dreams. Surely, there is no other place like Ladakh in the world !!!
Being on the International borders, one need Inner Line permits to visit various inner line areas of the Ladakh region. The DC office is located in Leh town which issues the inner line permits to tourists visiting the different regions of Ladakh district and once you have the permits you can then move on with the further exploration of this cold desert. Given below are some facts or information you may like to know about inner line permits for Leh – Ladakh…
Information for Leh – Ladakh Inner Line Permits
- Inner line permits are required to visit places like Nubra Valley, Khardung La, Pangang Tso Lake, Tso Moirri Lake, Dah -Hanu Villages, Hanle, Chusul War Memorial i.e. Changthang etc.
- No permits are required to visit the local places near Leh town or Leh local sightseeing, places on Srinagar Leh Highway, places on Manali – Leh Highway.
- Inner line permits are issued from DC office in Leh town and you need to fill the application form to get the approval for your permits.
- Timing of the Leh DC office are 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM (as told to us by clerk there but not confirmed as we didn’t saw it in written) but they generally do not accept applications after 3 PM I guess, so go there before 2 PM. Leh DC office is closed on Sundays and other national Holidays, hence plan the journey accordingly such that your exploration day does not start with Sunday. Having said that, I have heard that DC office is sometimes open on Sunday for half day as well but I will say don’t count on it.
- If somehow you gets late and plan to reach/visit Leh DC office late afternoon (like after 1 PM), don’t do so because its is highly unlikely that you will get it that day. Rather try to catch some travel agent or talk to your Hotel staff to get you the required permits. They will very likely arrange these permits for you. Always try to reach the Leh DC office by 10 AM to experience a hassle free process for getting permits.
- The permits costs you Rs 20 per day per person and if lucky enough you can get it on how you bargain with clerk (babu) in the absence of the fee collection officer. There is a fees of Rs 10 which is charged per tourist one time towards Red Cross Fund.
- You need to have photocopies of valid nationality proof’s Photo-IDs (Passport, Driving License, Voters ID, PAN card etc.) which proves your identity. Although the photocopies were not checked for attestation for us but I feel one should not take any chance with it and get them attested before venturing to Ladakh.
- You may apply the permits for your entire group but you need to attach an attested photocopy of photo-id cards (nationality proof) for each member in the group and make sure to fill the required details of all group members in the permit application form.
- Anyone who has yours or your group’s photocopies of valid nationality proof’s Photo-IDs, he / she can get these permits for you as well. Usually, the hotels in the Leh town does provide this facility if you are OK with sharing the photocopies of your nationality proof’s Photo-IDs with them either via email or fax.
- The permit approval process may take 0.5-3 hours and hence its always nice that you reach early morning at the Leh DC office. Sometimes, when there is a rush of tourists, the permits are issued in two batches viz. morning and evening. Hence, try to be in for early morning batch so that you have some time to partially head towards one of the destinations of your plan or do it at ease and consider Leh local sightseeing as side option for the day.
- The application forms required to apply for the inner line permits are mostly available at the Photostat shops near by (one is just behind Leh office). You can also download the inner line permit application form for Leh – Ladakh from the following download link as well: Leh - Ladakh Inner Line Permit Application Form
Usually, the form remains same so filling the attached form at home and completing the documentation including required photo copies can save a lot of trouble running to-fro from Photostat shops.
- In the application form, for each member you need to mention the name with parent/guardian name, complete permanent address, name of all the places you need to visit and the specific dates or date range for which you want these permits. At the last in copy information section, you may mention the hotel name plus address, you stayed or are staying in Leh.
- For your reference, you can also download the sample completely filled application form which was approved for us from the following download link: Leh - Ladakh Inner Line Permit Sample Application Form
- You need to list all major villages / towns en-route your journey in Ladakh district. Writing Nubra Valley will cover the Panamik, Sumur, Diskit, Hunder etc as after North Pullu there is no check post for Nubra Valley but if you need to visit Turtuk then you should explicitly mention Turtuk even if clerk/(or any travel agent) at the office says not to do so. There were many people who were sent back due to the same error following the clerk’s or travel agent’s advice. So, mention Turtuk explicitly if you want to visit that place.
- Besides permit application form, you need to write a request application letter addressing DC of Leh – Ladakh district for the approval of your permits. In the application, you need to express your interest to visit the places you wish to travel along with the dates you would be visiting these places on your Leh – Ladakh trip. Make sure you write all the places that you have mentioned in application form. Both application form and this request letter should be in SYNC with each other for places and dates. For your reference you can download the sample request application from the following download link: Leh - Ladakh ILP Sample Request Application Letter
- Once, you are done filling the application form and writing the request application to accompany it, you make two – three photocopies of the entire set consisting Application Form, Approval Request Application Letter, Photo – IDs of all the members requesting for the permits.
- Once, the photocopies of the required set of documents are ready then you need to submit them at the DC office along with the original copies of the form and request application. The clerk will ask you to deposit the fees for required permits (amount will depend on number of days and number of member in the group) + red cross fund fees (Rs 10 per member).
- Once the fees is deposited, clerk may either ask you to get the signed approval from ADC room yourself if rush is low or he/she will place your documents in the ongoing batch for further approval. Of course, in latter case you will need to wait for the approved permits to arrive which usually takes sometime about 1-3 Hrs.
- Once, you get the stamped approved permits you need to again rush back towards Photostat shop to make photocopies of the approved permits. These photocopies of the approved permits are submitted at every check post that comes up on the way to your sightseeing destinations in Ladakh region. Hence, you should make at least 10 copies of them if you are staying longer enough in this heaven.
- Validity of the inner line permits are 3 weeks for Indians and 1 week for foreigners. However, there is no limit on the number of times you enter a place in the valid period provided you have the permits with you for that place.
- Although not required but you may carry the passport size photographs as well. In fact I believe, on all your trips you should carry the passport sized photographs with you as none knows when you need one.
Permits for Hanle and Changthang or Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri
If you are interested in Changthang including Hanle area or going to Tso Moriri from Pangong Tso then consider that it is always better that you get the permits for Changthang yourself not through any travel agent or hotel member. The hotel or travel agents fool the tourist about these places and if they do not write any one of the checkpost you will be sent back.
ILP for Hanle is issued subject to the present political or border situation but they are in any case issued by Leh DC only and in most cases the Hanle permit is issued if you go yourself in person.
In order to get the permits for Hanle and Changthang or to go to Tso Moriri via Chusul – Nyoma route from Pangong Tso you need to mention all places enroute so that you are not sent back from any post. These places are: Man – Merak – Khaltse – Chusul – Tsaga La – Loma – Nyoma – Mahe – Sumdo (for Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri) and Hanle (if plan to visit Hanle too)
I will suggest that do not believe on what travel agents say because many of them don’t even know about the places of Changthang Valley and they fool tourists rather travelers interested in that part of Ladakh by giving some baseless statements. It is always better to get the inner line permits for Changthang including Hanle yourself.
Best or Quick Approach to get Leh – Ladakh Inner Line Permits
Best way to approach processing of Leh – Ladakh Inner Line Permits is to first download the application form from the link in the article. Completely fill the form and attach the photo copies of the photo ID nationality proofs with it for all members in the group. Write a request application letter addressing Leh – Ladakh DC showing your intent to visit the desired places and request the issuing of inner line permits to you for the desired duration. If you are in group you can write the names of all the members on the group and attach copies of their photo id nationality proofs. Staple the bundle including completely filled inner line permit application form, request application letter you will write for approval and the photo copies of photo id nationality proofs from home only.
Then, once you reach Leh go to Leh DC office and submit the bundle along with the required fees. Get the permit signed from the ADC office if asked or wait for your turn to get them processed in batch and you are done. On the way back to hotel or sightseeing ahead, get 8-10 photocopies of the permits issued to you. You need to submit these photo copies of the permits at the check posts while going to Nubra, Pangong and Tso Moriri etc. This will save a lot of time for you up in Leh as there you will need to keep running up and down to photo copy shop for one thing or the other. Even to get the inner line permit form, you will need to go to nearest Photocopy shop and all this will surely kill time over there.
I am sure this would save a lot of time and fatigue for you. Although highly unlikely, the worst case scenario would be that DC office changes the attached format of the inner line permit application form and refuse to take up the old version of it. 
Even in that case, you will just need to fill the new form and attach the documents with it before submission.
Conclusion
In the end, I hope the above article provides you some helpful information and I look forward for your thoughts or inputs or suggestions the inner line permits of Leh – Ladakh. Please leave your comments below if you have further questions / queries, I will try to be back with an answer as soon as possible.
Again at the end, to download the application form for Leh – Ladakh inner line permit you can click the following download link : Leh - Ladakh Inner Line Permit Application Form
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we are a group of 18 persons planning to start from srinagar by self driven cars viz pajero,fortuner and santafe on 28 of june please advice me for legal formalities and places of interest we are planning to stay for four days in leh and then proceed to manali via rohtang please advise
Hi Paresh,
I am jealous for this bon voyage
… No legal formalities are required except you the inner line permits you read above in Ladakh and since you start from Srinagar side, you do not need the permit for Manali – Rohtang Pass road as well 
… You can check a very balanced and most common itinerary for Leh – Ladakh followed by many travelers including me at the link here: Most Common Itinerary for Leh – Ladakh.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Dear sir,
First of all thank you for such a wonderful article. It’s seriously very helpful, and it’s probably the only article on the Internet that is so clear and to the point.
I am from Mumbai and I am along with my friends planing a road trip along the manali LEH highway.
I have a few queries they are listed below.
- I am from mumbai and my friends are from Kolhapur ( 450 km south of Mumbai) we are all students except one who is getting married next month. We are just 7 guys, and we are planing to drive in a safari Dicor. Considering this fact will we be able to the required permission without any problems.
Because we are just guys, plus we are from different cities and we are planing to go to sensitive areas.
Our rough itinerary is as follows please check it out and put your required inputs.
Day 1, 4 june, Monday.
Mumbai to udaipur.
850 km, time required 20 hrs.
We leave Mumbai at sharp 5
we have a speed limit to follow and hence I am considering 20 hrs.
Day 2, 5 June, Tuesday.
Udaipur to Amritsar.
900 km, time required 21 hrs.
We check in at a hotel in Amritsar.
Day 3, 6 June, Wednesday.
In Amritsar.
Visit golden temple, jallianwalla baug in the morning and rest for afternoon.
In the evening go to wagha border. Rest for the night in Amritsar.
Day 4, 7 June, Thursday.
Amritsar to DALHOUSIE.
189 km, time required 6 hrs
We leave again at 5 in the morning from Amritsar. Reach DALHOUSIE before 12 noon check into a hotel have lunch and then go to see khajihaar. Then we rest in our rooms.
Day 5, 8 June, Friday.
DALHOUSIE to dharmsala.
120 km time required 3 hrs.
Meet dalai lama and stay over night.
Day 6, 9 June, Saturday.
Dharmsala to kullu to manali.
180+55 kms
We leave again early in the morning by five reach kullu before 9 have breakfast, do river rafting. And leave kullu by 12 noon.
Reach manali by 1:30 have lunch and check in our hotel. Overnight in manali.
Day 7, 10 June, Sunday.
Stay in manali to get acclimatise to the conditions and prevent from ams. We shall also use this time to get latest information about the highway and if we need to hire a driver.
Day 8, 11 June, Monday.
Manali to darcha.
146 kms time required 4-10 hrs depends upon the conditions at that time.
Here we camp,
Day 9, 12 June, Tuesday.
Darcha to sarchu.
92 km. time required is 4- 8 hrs.
Day 10, 13 June, Wednesday.
Sarchu to LEH
260 km time required is 10 hrs.
We reach LEH and see the monasteries in and around the town.
Day 11, 14 June, Thursday.
LEH-pangong-LEH
Day 12, 15June, Friday.
LEH to tso morri lake.
130 km.
We camp near the lake.
Day 13, 16 June, Saturday.
Tso morri to LEH.
We spend the night again at LEH.
Day 14, 17 June, Sunday.
LEH to nubra valley.
150 km.
Day15, 18 June, Monday.
Nubra to LEH.
Stay for the night at LEH.
Day 16, 19 June, Tuesday.
LEH to KARGIL.
225 km 10 hrs.
Camp at KARGIL.
Day 17, 20 June, Wednesday.
KARGIL to Srinagar.
200 km 10 hrs.
On the way to Srinagar visit pehalgam, sonmarg and other tourist attractions.
Check in our houseboat in Srinagar.
Day 18, 21 June, Thursday.
Stay in Srinagar.
Visit the tourist attractions of Srinagar.
Overnight in Srinagar.
Day 19, 22 June, Friday.
Srinagar to Jammu.
290 km, time required 8hrs.
Overnight in Jammu.
Day 20, 23 June, Saturday.
Jammu to new Delhi.
620 km time required is 12 hrs.
Stay overnight in Delhi.
Day 21, 24 June , Sunday.
Delhi to indore.
816 kms, time required is 16 hrs.
Overnight in indore.
Day 22, 25 June, Monday.
Indore to Mumbai.
578 km, time required 12 hrs.
End of journey.
After reading your post I realised that we have to be in manali on weekdays but the problem is that, we cannot leave Mumbai before 4 as my friends have their exams till 2nd. And I have to reach Mumbai by 25 as I have college to attend.
Can you please help me by telling me how do I apply for permits before hand.
Secondly can you also ( if it’s not too much to ask for) tell me how much cash we need to carry per person( we are 7).
Also please tell me where can I find really cheap accommodation. We can stay any where.
I know all this is very confusing, but please help as I am getting more confused every day.
Thankyou.
Hi Shreyans,
1. You will get the permits within Ladakh, so no issues at that front.
2. You can get the Manali – Rohtang Pass permit in advance by getting in touch with some Travel Agent or hotel staff based in Manali. He will arrange the permits for you. however, check below itinerary you will not need one and also Dharmshala is much near to Jammu than Manali and hence you will save time on that front as well.
3. For cheap accommodation in Manali, you can search over Vashisth/Old Manali/Manali – Naggar road which are full of moderate to cheap budget accommodation options. For cheap stay or accommodation options within Leh – Ladakh, check the comprehensive and preferred list of such hotels at the series of articles starting from the link here.
4. I guess Rs 18-20K should be fine for the whole trip, considering you will stay at budget hotels and do not spend lavishly.
Now finally, I will suggest you the following plan where I find changes needs to be done very much:
Day 6 | Dharamshala – Jammu / Patnitop (Going via Srinagar side will help you alot with AMS as well as less number of days and making the whole itinerary more balanced)
Day 7 | Jammu / Patnitop – Srinagar
Enjoy walk around Dal lake and may be Shikara ride as well
Overnight at Srinagar
About 8-9 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 8 | Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zozi La – Drass – Kargil
Enjoy the vistas enroute
Have late drunch meal at Drass is you are a vegetarian as sometimes it gets difficult to find veg. food at Kargil
Overnight at Kargil
About 8 Hrs drive, depend upon the traffic movement at Zozila and breaks you take in between
Day 9 | Kargil – Lamayuru – Leh
Cover Mulbekh Maitrey, Lamayuru Moanstery, Lunar Landscapes
On the way you can also see Gurudwara Pather Sahib, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar
Overnight at Leh
About 9-10 Hrs drive, , depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 10 | Leh Local Sighseeing + Inner Line Permits
Local sightseeing include Namgyal Gompa, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa, Main Market, Hall of Fame, Spituk Gompa, Changspa Road Stroll in evening
For more details on inner line permits process and to download application form read the link here
Overnight at Leh
Day 11 | Leh – Khardung La – Diskit – Hunder
Head for Nubra Valley and stay overnight at Hunder / Diskit
On the way enjoy a cup of soup at Highest Motorable Pass (as claimed) Khardung La
Diskit has monasteries with tallest lord Buddha statue and Hunder has sand dunes and bacterian camel safari
About 5-6 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between and at Khardung La
Day 12 | Hunder / Diskit – Sumur – Panamik – Sumur – Khardung La – Leh
Sumur has a famous monastery to check out and Panamik has hot water springs
Overnight at Leh
About 7-9 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 13 | Leh – Hemis Monastery – Pangong Tso Lake
Cover either of Hemis, Thicksey and Shey on the go towards Pangong Tso
Overnight at Pangong Tso (Spangmik or Lukung)
About 5-6 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 14 | Pangong Tso Lake – Thicksey Monastery – Shey Palace – Leh
Cover either of Hemis, Thicksey and Shey on return to Leh
Overnight at Leh
About 5-6 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 15 | Rest day at Leh to enjoy local culture and some shopping or you can do tour to Sham Valley
Sham Valley include Alchi, Likir, Basgo Palace, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar, , Gurudwara Pather Sahib
Overnight at Leh
Day 16 | Leh – Tso Moriri via Chumathang
Cover Karzok Monastery
Overnight at Karzok or Tso Moriri
About 7-8 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 17 | Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Debring (Manali – Leh Highway starts) – Moore Plains – Pang / Sarchu
Try to start early in the day so that you reach Sarchu where the accommodation options are better than Pang
Overnight at Sarchu or Pang
About 11-12 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
Day 18 | Pang / Sarchu – Baralacha La – Keylong – Rohtang Pass – Manali
On the way cover Suraj Tal, Deepak Tal which are on the road sides only
Overnight at Manali
About 11-12 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between and of course the mess at Rohtang Pass
Day 19 | Manali – Delhi
Return Home
About 13-14 Hrs drive, depending upon the breaks you take in between
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Thank you very much sir.
I discussed this itinerary with all my friends and we agreed upon the Srinagar LEH manali route. As of now we have roughly decided to head towards Srinagar directly from Amritsar and then follow the given itinerary. As far as DALHOUSIE and dharmsala is concerned we shall cover it during our next trip. Now just one more question, if I go to Srinagar and from there to LEH via KARGIL, are there any chances of the police or the army stoping us? Do we require to get a character certificate from our police stations as we are just guys? Or is there any other type of permission required? We were thinking of carrying a small kerosine stove, will it be allowed? Can we travell to Srinagar and from there till LEH without any permission and problem?
Hi Shreyans,
Nice that you settled over Srinagar – Leh, good and safe decision
… and dropping Dalhousie and Dharamshala is another good one 
… Army or police might stop for routine checking only in case it is going on otherwise no definitive checks are present. No you do not need to get any such certificate (is such applicable or necessary somehwere in India?) I mostly travel/drive with guys only and has never been stopped 
… Yes, stove will be allowed. Yes, no permissions are required on Srinagar – Leh Highway.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Dear Dheeraj,
I guess you r in ladakh right now.I am reading ur blog for last one month & MAN what a useful this info to me.It seems watever info i require is here.
Here i have revised my plan bit.
1.7th june – Leaving for kargil from srinagar.N/H at kargil.8th june evening will reach leh.
2.9th june local sight seeing & for taking ILP.(READ UR BLOG FOR TAKING ILP)
3.10th june – heading for nubra valley.N/H at diskit.11th june back to leh.
4.12th june heading to pangong lake.N/H at pangong.13th june heading to tso moriri via man-merek-chusul-tsaga la-nyoma-korzok.N/H at korzok.
5 14th june heading to sarchu.N/H at sarchu.15th june want to reach manali before 4:30 pm.since we want to take bus to delhi which departs manali at 06:30 p.m.
6.Will taxi driver be able to take extra fuel for pangong tso-tso moriri trip?bcoz that trip depends on his willingness to take extra fuel.also considering that we proceeding from tso moriri to sarchu,so only fuel pump immediatly available is tandi.If he doesnt agree then we have come back on same day from pangongtso & proceed to tso moriri next day.but i read from many people here that pangong-tso moriri route via ghusul,nyoma has awesome scenic beauty.so dont want to miss that.
Pls advice.
hi, we are planning to travel from mumbai in our own car.
I would like to know if there is any special permission required for taking permission of our own vehicle ?
If yes,
1.Then I would like to know can we take permission in advance via post ?
2.DC office postal Address
3.DC office reverts in how much time???
do they post back your permission letter ?
any special format for taking permission for vehicle?
and for zojila pass what are the timings ???
Hello,
You do not need any permission for taking your own vehicle. Just carry all the required papers/documents with you. You can get the inner line permits in advance only through a hotel or travel agency which provide this service. They will ask you the documents and once you send the documents and moeny they will fax or email you back the permits which you can make copies.
I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any doubts or inputs.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dhiraj- I posted couple of quetions on IM but have not had any response yet. I wonder how to book stay at Nubra or Pangong? Is it done in package by the shared taxi owners who takes tourist to those places?
one of the other question which I can not find any exact details regarding the Tso Moriri. Are the Pangong and Moriri lake are nearby each other? Visiting Pangong would be enough or should I plan to go up to Moriri? Please advise
Hello rajesh,
You can call up any of the guest houses, or accommodation options present at Nubra Valley and Pangong Tso lake and get your bookings done. I will suggest you check out the most preferred list on hotels in entire Leh – Ladakh including Nubra Valley and Pangong tso, mentioned in the series of articles linked here and here
For comprehensive details on Tso Moriri including the accommodation, check the article linked here: Travel Guide for Tso Moriri Lake in Ladakh If you have couple of days then do plan for Tso Moriri as well but if you do not have much time then you can skip it. If you can share more details on number of days you have in hand, your starting point and how you are commuting perhaps I can suggest you the itinerary for the trip.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
PS-> Currently blocked a little so not that active on IM and BCMT now a days
Thanks Dheeraj, here is my itineary
My itinearay is
26th- Reach in Leh, rest , evening to Shanti Stupa and Leh Market.
27th- River Indus may be Alchi, please suggest on this?
28th- Nubra Valley and stay there
29th- back in Leh and stay overnight
30th- Pangong lake and stay there
1st May- Back to Leh, stay overnight in Leh.
Hi Dheeraj
Do you find this Itinerary good for six nights? Should we take some pills or injection before couple of days reaching to Leh.
Just replied to your itinerary
Hi Rajesh,
I will suggest you follow this plan:
Day 1 | Delhi – Leh (By Flight)
– Checkin at Hotel. Many hotels provide free pick and drop from Airport. Ask while you book them.
– Take ample of rest as well as water or anything that keep your body hydrated enough. DO NOT OVER HYDRATE. Take ORS Soluted water or ORS – L tetra packs from home.
– Do not over exert your body at any cost. Avoid too much up-down on stairs or avoid it in entirety, if possible.
– After 5-6 Hrs of rest you can visit Leh Palace, Local Leh market, Shankar Gompa .
– If you feel exerted go back to Hotel, have dinner at Hotel and take rest. Avoid any exertion. Else continue and,
– Follow the sunset by stroll at Changspa road and have a nice dinner on varied cuisines offered in-around Changspa road.
– Go back to hotel for overnight stay at Leh.
Day 2 | Leh Local Sighseeing + Inner Line Permits
– For more details on inner line permits process and to download application form read the link: http://devilonwheels.com/index.php/inner-line-permits-for-leh-ladakh/
– Hire a taxi from Leh taxi stand or Hotel whichever suits you.
– Bargain hard with taxi driver. Book that single taxi for entire trip after explaining the complete plan.
– Take his inputs if you feel reasonable and if required modify the plan accordingly but should suits you best.
– Ask him to be with you guys starting first day itself, if required and charged reasonable else do it at your own.
– Again DO NOT over exert and take little steps and slow walks only.
– If feeling OK then do Local sightseeing include Namgyal Gompa, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa, Main Market, Hall of Fame, Spituk Gompa, Changspa Road Stroll in evening
– Do not use stairs at any of these places just to see them as it will exert your body much more.
– Overnight at Leh
Day 3 | Leh – Khardung La – Diskit – Hunder
– Head for Nubra Valley and stay overnight at Hunder / Diskit
– On the way enjoy a cup of soup at Highest Motorable Pass (as claimed) Khardung La
– Diskit has monasteries with tallest lord Buddha statue and Hunder has sand dunes and bacterian camel safari
Day 4 | Hunder / Diskit – Sumur – Panamik – Sumur – Khardung La – Leh
– Sumur has a famous monastery to check out and Panamik has hot water springs
– Overnight at Leh
Day 5 | Leh – Pangong Tso – Leh
– Do not plan to stay overnight at Pangong Tso as you will not be acclimatized and may fall sick. So, make a day trip only.
– Overnight at Leh
Day 6 | Rest day at Leh to enjoy local culture and some shopping OR Monastery tour OR fly back home
– Overnight at Leh
– Monastery tour may include Hemis, Thicksey and Shey monasteries. They come on the route of Pangong Tso but as you will be doing day trip, it will be a bit hectic to include them on that day only.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you need any details or have any queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
PS -> I am traveling to Ladakh on today for 10 days, so might not be able to reply instant.
Hi, I read somewhere that they don’t give the permit to individual tourists and it has to be a group. I am going to markha in mid may and was planning to mountain bike up to khardungla too while I am in Leh. Is getting the permit going to be a problem? I am 19 and am going solo. Thanks.
Hello Ratnaksha,
That is the case with foreigners. Foregin tourist had to apply for permits in batches/groups of four minimum and shall come through a reputed travel agency. Indians can get the permits easily done, just carry the documents as suggested in the article.
I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any doubts or inputs.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Thanks for the help!
I dunno if this is the right place to ask this but doing the mountain bike upto KhardungLa shouldn’t be a problem isn’t it? Should a support vehicle be arranged? The thing is that my parents are allowing me to travel to Leh and do Markha alone but this is bit too adventurous they say “foolhardy” to be exact. But I still am not gonna pass up the opportunity. I should be able to manage,right? If I think straight!
Hi Ratnaksha,
If you are good in fitness measures, have your body well acclimatized to under go any fatigue, then the answer will be “you will be able to do biking to Khardung La”. When I went last time, there was one guy with one leg who pedaled upto Kahardung La with one leg only, just hats off to his spirit + passion. I am sharing this with you just for the motivation you might get thinking about that guy
… All you will need is strong passion, good fitness level and acclimatized body to pedal your way upto Khardung La pass. But, keep in mind that pedaling at 18K+ feet is not everybody’s ball game, so do not consider it even lightly as well.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj
I am planning a bike journey to ladhak this june( most probably from 10 june) but i am totally confused about how to plan the itinerary. we are planning to go via Manali route( Manali- Leh- Srinagr). we want to see almost all the places whatever is possible in 10-12 days trip. can u suggest some plan for the trip. Also as we are going on bullet (350 cc) can u suggest what all we need to carry with us and where we will find mechanic shops and where not. Also some information about the petrol pumps in that area.
Thanks in advance
Sanjay Bhatt
Hi Sanjay,
Please plan it in other direction as going via Srinagar – Leh Highway will be much much easier on your body and help you acclimatize to the high altitude of Manali – Leh Highway. Also, it allows you to enjoy the beauty of Manali – Leh by splitting the journey into almost evenly in two days which is very difficult in the other direction. Thirdly, it will allow you to fit Tso Moriri lake into the itinerary in better way.
For all the information regarding amenities like petrol pumps, mechanic shops etc. please refer the summary at the bottom of articles How to plan a journey on Srinagar – Leh Highway and How to plan a journey on Manali – Leh Highway
Day 1 | Delhi – Jammu / Patnitop
– Overnight at Jammu or Patnitop
Day 2 | Jammu / Patnitop – Srinagar
– Enjoy walk around Dal lake and may be Shikara ride as well
– If you have time then check out, floating market, Shalimar Garden.
– Overnight at Srinagar
Day 3 | Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zozi La – Drass – Kargil
– Enjoy the vistas enroute
– Have late drunch meal at Drass is you are a vegetarian as sometimes it gets difficult to find veg. food at Kargil
– Overnight at Kargil
Day 4 | Kargil – Lamayuru – Leh
– Cover Mulbekh Maitrey, Lamayuru Moanstery, Lunar Landscapes
– On the way you can also see Gurudwara Pather Sahib, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar
– Overnight at Leh
Day 5 | Leh Local Sighseeing + Inner Line Permits
– Local sightseeing include Namgyal Gompa, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa, Main Market, Hall of Fame, Spituk Gompa, Changspa Road Stroll in evening
– For more details on inner line permits process and to download application form read the link : http://devilonwheels.com/index.php/inner-line-permits-for-leh-ladakh/
– Overnight at Leh
Day 6 | Leh – Khardung La – Diskit – Hunder
– Head for Nubra Valley and stay overnight at Hunder / Diskit
– On the way enjoy a cup of soup at Highest Motorable Pass (as claimed) Khardung La
– Diskit has monasteries with tallest lord Buddha statue and Hunder has sand dunes and bacterian camel safari
Day 7 | Hunder / Diskit – Sumur – Panamik – Sumur – Khardung La – Leh
– Sumur has a famous monastery to check out and Panamik has hot water springs
– Overnight at Leh
Day 8 | Leh – Pangong Tso Lake – Leh
– Day trip to Pangong Tso
– Overnight at Leh
Day 9 | Leh – Tso Moriri via Chumathang
– Cover Karzok Monastery
– DO NOT FORGET to Carry spare fuel for about 550 KMs including your tankful
– Overnight at Karzok or Tso Moriri
Day 10 | Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Debring (Manali – Leh Highway starts) – Moore Plains – Sarchu
– Try to start early in the day so that you reach Sarchu where the accommodation options are better than Pang
– Overnight at Sarchu or Pang
Day 11 | Sarchu – Baralacha La – Keylong – Rohtang Pass – Manali
– On the way cover Suraj Tal, Deepak Tal which are on the road sides only
– Overnight at Manali
Day 12 | Manali – Delhi
– Return home
Day 13 + 14 | Buffer days to be kept incase of road closure due to landslides or snowfall or perhaps you want to enjoy more.
Additional Points:
1. Instead of coming back to Leh from Nubra Valley, you can head towards Pangong Tso via Wari La route. If you are riding then you need to carry sufficient fuel for it.
I hope this helps. Please let me know for any doubts or queries you have.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Thank you very much Dheeraj. Why I was looking the other route because I am from vikasnagar, Uttarakhand and manali via rohru is much shorter than going the other way.I had already covered the Manali highway when I travelled to Rohtang Pass. Also acclimatization would not be that big problems I am habitual to such environment.
Also regarding the accommodation is it better to book earlier or walk-in accommodation is easy to find(economic, not costly).
Hi Sanjay,
Since, you are habitual than perhaps you may feel OK on Manali – Leh Highway. Keep in mind that most of the Manali – Leh Highway is above 14000 feet and requires good acclimatization. But, yes since you are habitual then may be you can try, though I will still say take Srinagar route
… In case you are prefer Manali – Leh then halt your journey at Keylong after Solang Valley (suggested) or Manali and then do Keylong – Leh in one day. On the way back you can do Tso Moriri – Sarchu and then Sarchu – Manali to make it evenly balanced.
Booking over phone will always be costly and since, I never book and OK to do a little search once I land at the place, I do get some good deals
… So, if you are OK for running around a bit you shall be fine walking in and getting the accomodation. For nice, prefered list of accommodation option in entire Leh – Ladakh including moderate and cheap budget hotels as well, check the series of articles starting from the link here
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
hello Dheeraj,
my 1st query is for siachin base camp, how & from where to get permission for this from delhi, and if not got permission,then from panamik (i hope its on the same route) how far can we go without having permits for siachin base camp?
2nd- is getting permit for tutok is a bit tricky?
thanks
Hello Ajeet,
Not exactly sure buddy about your first query but AFAIK, I feel until you have some good contacts in Army, the permits to Siachin base camp would be hard to find. Best bet will be Army Headquarters at Leh. They also send/fax some document to Delhi for final approval. Hence, the process is going to take sometime, if at all someone agrees in the army to provide you the permits.
You can get the permits for Turtuk from DC office itself.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
I need some more assistance from you.
1.where shall we get tasty food ( veg & non veg ) and suggest us some Leh local food ( other than momos ).
2. What will be approximate money we need to spend for lunch or dinner per person.
3. Whether leather jackets are reasonable or expensive at Leh.
4. Which vehicle suits well to hire for Nubra valley trip & Pangong lake ( for 3 persons )
Hello Ramesh,
1. There are many places at Main Market and Changspa road where you can have good tasty food. Jeevan Cafe is one of them
2. For a day, you may take average of Rs 200-400 depending upon what you eat and where you eat.
3. Not sure about this one.
4. I guess, all vehicles have same price apart from Jeep or vans which do local sightseeing I guess. So, book a Scorpio and go drive
I hope this helps. Please let me know for any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
Thanks a lot. Very valuable information you are sharing with us. Keep going on. I will call u if i any any more assistance. May i have your contact number.
Hey Ramesh,
Let me know whenever you have any queries or doubts. I will share my number over email
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
dear Mr dheeraj. Your blog is very much helpful for the people who are planning to visit Ladakh for the first time. my trip to leh is confirmed between 11th april to 17 th april. How will be the weather. could there be any snow fall in leh?
Hello Ramesh,
Thanks a lot. Well in April, weather will be generally cold and temperatures would go below sub-zero at night. Do go prepared with heavy woolens clothes for sure. In Daylight, light woolens will work and you will have pleasant times but nights if you are not used to cold, you may find sub-zero temperatures to by nippy. Keep heavy woolens with you.
I hope this helps Please let me knwo for any queries or doubts you might have.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi dheeraj. Thanx for your quick response. this is a family trip. in this trip i want to go to nubra valley and stay there for a night and secondly to pangong lake. Will you please suggest me how should i plan my itenerary ( i.e., day 1 to day 6 )
Hello Ramesh,
In such a case I suppose you are flying in and out of Leh. So, you can follow something like below:
Day 1 | Delhi – Leh (By Flight)
– Checkin at Hotel. Many hotels provide free pick and drop from Airport. Ask while you book them.
– Take ample of rest as well as water or anything that keep your body hydrated enough. DO NOT OVER HYDRATE. Take ORS Soluted water or ORS – L tetra packs from home.
– Do not over exert your body at any cost. Avoid too much up-down on stairs or avoid it in entirety, if possible.
– After 5-6 Hrs of rest you can visit Leh Palace, Local Leh market, Shankar Gompa .
– If you feel exerted go back to Hotel, have dinner at Hotel and take rest. Avoid any exertion. Else continue and,
– Follow the sunset by stroll at Changspa road and have a nice dinner on varied cuisines offered in-around Changspa road.
– Go back to hotel for overnight stay at Leh.
Day 2 | Leh Local Sighseeing + Inner Line Permits
– For more details on inner line permits process and to download application form read the link here: http://devilonwheels.com/index.php/inner-line-permits-for-leh-ladakh/
– Hire a taxi from Leh taxi stand or Hotel whichever suits you.
– Bargain hard with taxi driver. Book that single taxi for entire trip after explaining the complete plan.
– Take his inputs if you feel reasonable and if required modify the plan accordingly but should suits you best.
– Ask him to be with you guys starting first day itself, if required and charged reasonable else do it at your own.
– Again DO NOT over exert and take little steps and slow walks only.
– If feeling OK then do Local sightseeing include Namgyal Gompa, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa, Main Market, Hall of Fame, Spituk Gompa, Changspa Road Stroll in evening
– Do not use stairs at any of these places just to see them as it will exert your body much more.
– Overnight at Leh
Day 3 | Rest day at Leh to enjoy local culture and some shopping or you can do tour to Sham Valley
– Sham Valley include Alchi, Likir, Basgo Palace, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar, , Gurudwara Pather Sahib
– Overnight at Leh
Day 4 | Leh – Khardung La – Diskit – Hunder
– Head for Nubra Valley and stay overnight at Hunder / Diskit
– On the way enjoy a cup of soup at Highest Motorable Pass (as claimed) Khardung La
– Diskit has monasteries with tallest lord Buddha statue and Hunder has sand dunes and bacterian camel safari
Day 5 | Hunder / Diskit – Sumur – Panamik – Sumur – Khardung La – Leh
– Sumur has a famous monastery to check out and Panamik has hot water springs
– Overnight at Leh
Day 6 | Leh – Hemis Monastery – Pangong Tso Lake – Leh
– Cover either of Hemis, Thicksey and Shey on the go towards Pangong Tso
– Overnight at Pangong Tso (Spangmik or Lukung)
Day 7 | Leh – Delhi – Flyout
Now incase, you feel better on Day 3 then skip Day 3 and head to Nubra Valley for night stay. You can plan to travel Day 3 on Day 6 in that case as it will give you a buffer day so as to ensure you do not miss flight due to any road closure in worst case. But, make sure you are feeling well on Day 3 before heading to Nubra Valley.
I hope this helps. Please let me know for any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
Thanks for your valuable guidance.
Hi Deeraj,
Can you help me just that how much Inner line permit copies are required for visiting of Pangong Lake & Nubra valley for submiting at check post.
The sample form & application available in artical is valid for April 2012.
Hi Nishank,
You should get 6-7 copies and I guess it should be fine. The sample form is to show how to fill the application form, so use blank version of it to fill in your details. The application letter can be written in any format, I have just presented my version of the same. As long as you specify the details mentioned in the application letter, you are good to go with any other format.
The format of the application form most likely will remain same. IN worst case if it has changed you can just copy the details you have filled in your form to other and submit the already ready document set of yours.
Regards
Dheeraj
Hi Deeraj,
Many thanks again. Another related query. Will the Leh taxi drivers be ready to stay overnight for our trip to nubra valey from Leh.
Sanjoy
Hi Sanjoy,
Yes, the rates are according to the option you choose with one night, two night, single day etc. Are you flying to Leh? What else do you like to do in 4 days in Leh? May be I can help suggest the itinerary for the trip, to get maximum out of your stay.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
Thanks for your reply. I have another query. We are planning to stay 5 nights at Leh and 1 night in Nubra valey. Can you please suggest whether we should book beforehand the vehicle for the sight-seeing trips or we can do that after arrival at Leh. Which one will be less costly.
Thanks again for youe helpful comments.
Sanjoy
Hi Sanjoy,
You should book it once you land in Leh and you should directly speak to drivers at Leh taxi stand instead of involving Taxi Union or any travel agent. It would certainly help you get about 12-15% discounts on the union rates. Talking over phone always will always be costly
I hope this helps. Let me know incase of any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Dear Dheeraj,
I am planning to visit Leh with my family. We have proper photo IDs, but my daughter does not have yet. Is it ok to get inner line permit for her if we produce her original birth ceritificate along with our (parents) voter ID copies.
Thanks a lot..
sanjoy
Hi Sanjoy,
I guess it should be fine enough to get you the permits for your daughter. You will get the permits after showing the above documents.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any doubt or queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
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Dheeraj
Is there any issue in using a Private Vehicle (Mahindra Jeep) from Kerala in Leh-Ladakh.
Thanks for the GREAT Post
Robert
Hi Robert,
Thanks alot. No if the vehicle is private number registered then there is no issue at all. Just carry all the relevant car papers and photo identity proofs along with valid Driving License. If you go via Manali – Leh Highway, then you will need permit to travel on Manali – Rohtang Pass road, which is issued from DC office Manali. In case you are coming from Leh side on Manali – Leh Highway, you will not require any permit to drive down from Rohtang Pass to Manali.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Dheeraj
Thanks a ton for the quick response and the good work.
Regards,
Robert
My pleasure, Robert. Let me know in case you need any further inputs or have any queries.
Regards
Dheeraj sharma
Hey Dheeraj, thanks for putting up such a great piece of information altogether on one website. Had a query regarding getting the permits:
Is it possible to get all the permits for all the places you want to visit at the same time if in case the trip is pre-planned?
Hi Nitin,
Usually, this is the process only. You get all the permits for all the places you want to visit in the trip at one time only
… You just need to mention the names of the places you visit and the number of days you will stay in Ladakh for the same. Fees is calculated on the basis of number of days and permit is provided on the basis of places you want to visit. So, mention all the places when you apply for the permits. You can check the sample application letter as well as sample application form to have more details.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regrads
Dheeraj Sharma
hi dheeraj,i do follow u on indiamike and your post is really helpful.i am finalizing my trip via srinagar and 14 days is too much for me.but i do want to cover the must see places in leh and ladakh..
i also want to cover sonmarg on my way to leh from srinagar.is it possible??
we are a group of four and rest of my friends are from IT sector,so we can spend a maximum of 7 days in leh and ladakh,rest 3 days we want to cover srinagar,patnitop,sonmarg etc..
can you please help me on this???
thanks for such an useful post…
Hi Dr. Shyam,
I will suggest skip patnitop and directly fly to Srinagar and finally fly out of Leh. In this way you will be able to cover everyting in Ladakh and Sonamarg too. You can follow the belo itinerary in such a case:
Day 1 | Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zozi La – Drass – Kargil
– Enjoy the vistas enroute
– Have late drunch meal at Drass is you are a vegetarian as sometimes it gets difficult to find veg. food at Kargil
– Overnight at Kargil
Day 2 | Kargil – Lamayuru – Leh
– Cover Mulbekh Maitrey, Lamayuru Moanstery, Lunar Landscapes
– On the way you can also see Gurudwara Pather Sahib, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar
– Overnight at Leh
Day 3 | Leh Local Sighseeing + Inner Line Permits
– Local sightseeing include Namgyal Gompa, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Shankar Gompa, Main Market, Hall of Fame, Spituk Gompa, Changspa Road Stroll in evening
– For more details on inner line permits process and to download application form read the link here
– Overnight at Leh
Day 4 | Leh – Khardung La – Diskit – Hunder
– Head for Nubra Valley and stay overnight at Hunder / Diskit
– On the way enjoy a cup of soup at Highest Motorable Pass (as claimed) Khardung La
– Diskit has monasteries with tallest lord Buddha statue and Hunder has sand dunes and bacterian camel safari
Day 5 | Hunder / Diskit – Sumur – Panamik – Sumur – Khardung La – Leh
– Sumur has a famous monastery to check out and Panamik has hot water springs
– Overnight at Leh
Day 6 | Leh – Hemis Monastery – Pangong Tso Lake
– Cover either of Hemis, Thicksey and Shey on the go towards Pangong Tso
– Overnight at Pangong Tso (Spangmik or Lukung)
Day 7 | Pangong Tso Lake – Thicksey Monastery – Shey Palace – Leh
– Cover either of Hemis, Thicksey and Shey on return to Leh
– Overnight at Leh
Day 8 | Rest day at Leh to enjoy local culture and some shopping or you can do tour to Sham Valley
– Sham Valley include Alchi, Likir, Basgo Palace, Magnetic Hills, Confluence at Zanskar, , Gurudwara Pather Sahib
– Overnight at Leh
Day 9 | Leh – Tso Moriri via Chumathang
– Cover Karzok Monastery
– Overnight at Karzok or Tso Moriri
Day 10 | Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Debring (Manali – Leh Highway starts) – Taglang La – Leh
– Overnight at Leh
Day 11 | Fly out.
In case, you still need to skip any day then skip Day 8 and try to start early on Day 2 from Kargil to cover these places of Day 8 on the way to Leh.
I hope this helps. Please let me know incase you have any doubts or queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Thanks for the helpful blog…..It seems you got stuck during your visit as the cloud burst happened on the time if i am not wrong…just checked from the dates on the sample filled form..:)
Hi Rocky,
O yes, we did get caught in the Leh – Ladakh flash floods. It was scary, very scary I shall say and so many prayers brought us alive back to share such helpful content with others too.
I am glad that you liked the information present on the blog. Please let me know incase you need any inputs for your Leh – Ladakh trip.
Regards
Dheeraj sharma
it’s so great to find out your blog. I’m going there 1st April by myself and staying there for a week. An inner permit for a foreigner like me is a must rite. I would be great if I can see you there.
Hello Giao,
Thanks alot buddy. But, most probably I will be going in the third week of April this year. Yes, you will need a protected area permit (similar to Inner Line Permit). Let me know incase you need any details or have any queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
PS -> Sorry for the delayed reply
Hi all last year i was visited Leh with my Parents but this year m planning to go with Friends anybody want to join i will plan to go around April.
hey Amol,
I hope you doing great. All the best wishes for your trip, I will be in ladakh too in April end. so, if you happen to be there around that time, we will surely meet over a cup of tea or coffee
Cheers!!
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj.
Just finished reading this article..
I’m confused whether they will provide the permit for two of us or not as I’m going on my bike with a pillion rider.
Thanks,
Ravi
hi Ravi,
Why do you think so? You need to apply the permits for both of you, they will collect the fees per person and that is it
… You will get the permits for both of you. There is no connection between permits and how you gonna travel to places of the permits. So, nothing stops you here, just download the form and prepare the documents as mentioned in the article. Once you reach Leh, get the permits for both of you without much hassle.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Dheeraj,
I had read somewhere that they don’t allow one or 2 person for travelling.. They give the permit to 4 or a group of more than 4 people.
Yups, Ravi you heard it correctly but that is for foreign tourist and not Indians. In any case, they also get the permits because they club with other tourist present around the DC Office having similar requirement. So, nothing much to worry.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Great…!!
Another mystery resolved..
Thanks Dheeraj!
Great Ravi, my pleasure. All the best for your trip and keep letting me know for any queries or doubts you might have for your trip
…
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
mr.Ravi when r u planning to go???? even i am planing a trip in my bike!!!! i am from kerala
Hey Naveen,
I hope the above article was useful for your Leh – Ladakh trip. If you have any queries related to planning the Leh – Ladakh trip.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
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Dear Dheeraj,
Thanks for all the excellent posts. I very much appreciate all the effort and time you have put behind all this
Can you please tell me if there is any way to get these inner line permits from other cities like Kolkata/Delhi (J&K Tourism offices or somewhere)?
My plan is to do a Manali to Leh trip and was wondering if we could visit Pangong Tso & Tso Moriri before reaching Leh. I don’t want to go to Leh, get the permit and again go back the same road.
Thanks,
Good luck & take care,
Abhishek.
Hello Abhishek,
Thanks buddy for the appreciation. It helps alot
… I am glad that you liked the information present on the blog. You cannot get the permits outside Leh – Ladakh. Also, first doing Manali – Leh Highway from Manali side should be avoided as most of the highway runs above 14000 feet which results in Acute Mountain Sickness and could result in spoiling the trip. You can minimize it by staying at Keylong and then doing long run to Leh from Keylong and then again you feel sickness while you travel.
Now, you are taking many steps higher by having an idea to stay atthese high altitude lakes without acclimatization. AMS could be fatal too buddy and should be taken seriously. Staying overnight at these lakes are very much avoided and not suggested even on third night after you reach Leh and doing it from Manali side will be insane act. If you are planning to cover Srinagar – Leh as well then, do it from Srinagar side and that ways you will be acclimatized for Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri while you come back towards Manali.If that is not the case, thengo to Leh and then go to Nubra Valley for two days and finally try to spend a night at Pangong Tso or Tso Moriri after that.
Read more about Acute Mountain Sickness here
For most common itinerary for Leh – Ladakh you can check the article here as well. It is very balanced itinerary followed by many of the travellers including me
I hope this helps. Let me know incase you need more info. or have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
Thanks so much for the reply
I have read most of your posts. All are very well written and thorough.
I do like your idea of doing it from Leh side, but the problem is that it would be a little hectic to return to Kolkata from Manali.
Anyways I have pitched both the plans to our group. Let’s see how it works out
Regarding AMS, well it’s pretty common. Almost 75% people will have some mild degree of AMS. I myself had it when I went to Sandakphu by a trekker. This time we’ll be taking all the meds with us including acetazolamide, dexamethasone, ibuprofen etc. The queasy feeling does tend to bother you and often ruins the trip, but this time we might consider taking prophylactic acetazolamide.
But you are going to feel some degree of nausea and uneasiness no matter from which direction you travel due to the high passes, but yes I agree that it might be a little more comfortable travelling from Leh side.
Just curious, have you done it both ways? I mean both from Manali and Leh?
I liked the itinerary that you posted, but can you please add maybe a shorter version for people who have a time crunch. Given that you have been there so many times I think you’d have a good idea about which places are a must see
Thanks once again for all the help. Much appreciate it.
Good luck & take care,
Abhishek.
Hi Abhishek,
Not sure how did I missed your comment. Sorry, for not replying so far. Thanks alot for appreciation buddy, I am really glad that you found the info. available here useful enough. Not sure, are you planning to take the flight back from Srinagar?? Manali is connected well too and in terms of number of days it won’t affect much. But, believe me it will help you tremendously with AMS. It is great that you already know about the affects of it and have experienced with it. Nopes, buddy I have never done it from both sides (only via Manali) but I always regret this fact
… Luckily both times only my friends suffered through it badly and I had only mild affects. But, here you are talking of sleeping at Pangong Tso or Tso Moriri after Sarchu. My advice is that if you feel alright at Sarchu then only try to attempt it else drop this idea because the region is so remote that little help if required at all will be hard to find.
Let me know how many days you have in hand and what all places you need to visit or plan to visit? I will present the shorter version of it. Also let me know how much comfortable are you with riding/driving for long hours, say about 12-13 Hrs a day.
BTW, I am again going to Leh – Ladakh this April and would come back with latest updates about the most awaited route that connects Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shyok village
… Meanwhile we can discuss your plans.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Thanks Dheeraj
I am also very curious about that Shyok village route.
I will definitely keep you suggestions in mind.
I will ask you for more once we have our basic itinerary finalized.
Good luck with your trip in April.
Take care,
Abhishek.
Sure, most welcome anytime. One more thing I forgot to tell you is that you can get the permits either faxed or emailed by asking the hotel/travel agents in Leh. So, no need to get them in any other cities.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
We are planning a trip to Manali – Leh – Nubra in July-Aug. Some of us are non-Indian passport holders. Could you plea advise if process for Inner Line Permits is same for both or is there a diffrent process?
Hi Amigo,
For NRIs, I am not so sure about whether you guys need to apply for Protect Area Permit or for Inner Line Permit. But, the process is more or like similar for all and it is just the application forms that may differ. Foreigners need to apply for PAP (Protected Area Permit) which is issued for one week and Indians apply for Inner Line Permit whose application form has been linked in the article. I stronly feel that you may also be required to apply for Inner Line Permit but again not so sure
I am heading there in April again and will definitely get this clarification done then, perhaps even get the application form for Protected Area Permit as well.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Thanks Dheeraj for your prompt response. I really appreciate that.
I am still below 18 and do not hold a PASSPORT.
WHAT should be the alternative for PASSPORt as PHOTO ID.
I have school ID card.
COLLEGE ID CARD.
10th 12th MARKSHEET.
Aatmik, if you are still below 18 yrs. I guess college/school id card will suffice but I hope you are being accompanied with some adult member? I will still confirm this from my friends who take their children with them and reply you back
Regards
Dheeraj
Yes there is an adult with me.
BUt he’s my uncle..
he is carrying a valid INDIAN passport.
hi i want to visit leh ledak in
15 of april or best in may 15
Nehul how many day you want to visit? At that time the only option is to fly-in and out of Leh as the roads are closed by that time. What is your starting point?
Regards
Dheeraj
Road open 12 may 12 Srinagar to Kargil. Appely for Inerline Permit for Leh & Kargil from Kolkata address D.C.Office Ley & Kargil.
Hi Mr. Paul,
I guess it will be difficult to predict so early if on May 12, 2012 the Srinagar – Leh Highway will be open or not. Generally, June is the safe time to travel because the highway opens either by end of May or starting June. So, I will suggest that you keep the plans for June.
I do not have the exact addresses of DC offices in Leh and Kargil but once you reach there they are not at hard to find and every other person knows the way to it.
Regards
Dheeraj
hello dheeraj
Can i go to ladakh alone .is there any difficulty to get inner line permit for single person.
Yes, Deepak, you can go to Ladakh alone. No issues in getting the inner line permits for even a single person
… Let me know incase you need more details about Leh – Ladakh.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Deepak Rao. i have one suggestion for you go with your friends u will enjoy more.
Hi Dheeraj,
Me and my friends are planning to visit Leh- ladakh. But we cannot ride bike from mumbai to Ladakh. Is there any alternative way which way we can enjoy d beauty of kashmir on bike. I mean do you know any polace where we can get bike on rent for 8-10 days. If Yes, Could you please share that with me & Do you have any iternary in that case?
Hi Amol,
I will suggest that you go through the article on renting bikes from Manali for Leh or may be you can fly to Leh and then rent the bikes there. The tips mentioned in the article remains same for Leh as well. But, if you want to enjoy journey from Manali to Leh then hire/rent bikes in Manali only. Here is the link – How to Hire or Rent a Bike or Motorcycle in Manali
Let me know the number of days you are planning for the trip, I will suggest the itinerary accordingly
…
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj,
Thanks for the fascinating and detailed blog.
I have a query for you, and I hope I can get an answer.
I am planning for a trip to Laddakh on bike with a friend (No girlfriend .. lol….) just two of us.
I have heard that Border Police and Army do not allow you go to beyond certain places around Pagong and Tso Moriri, if you are a group of less then 4 people.
Is it so ? Please clarify if you have any idea about it.
Regards
Ashish
Hello Ashish,
As long as you both have permits for the place, you are free to roam there. No one will stop you. to go beyond Pangong Tso towards Changthang Valley you need to write all places enroute which you wish to cover. With Pangong Tso written on your ILP, you will not be allowed to go ahead of Spangmik. So, write all places mentioned above for Changthang Valley and do take this permit in person not through any agent. I have known many couples too who have done this circuit together without any group. So, it is a fallacy or may be rumor spread by some travel agents who are not able to get permits for Changthang Valley
…
Don’t worry plan your journey ahead and just make sure you have the permits for places you want to visit. I hope this helps. Let me know incase you have any queries or doubts.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
[...] Leh, the dream of reaching Ladakh is finally true and if you love this place then the excitement to reach Leh will refresh each of your body part even after a 14-15 hours of strolling journey. It’s better that you give some days to local Leh sightseeing and feel the culture, people, traditions and magical aura of Leh – Ladakh. Main market and Changspa road really rocks, so if you like lively environment then try to get a hotel as close to them as possible. Next day, along with local sightseeing you can also arrange the Inner Line Permits for other destinations you are planning to visit in Leh – Ladakh. If you need more details on Inner Line Permits of Leh – Ladakh then read this article: Inner Line Permits for Leh – Ladakh [...]
Hi Dheeraj….
This is Bhaskar from W.B.Its great relief from stress to plan ladakh tour after reading your article.We are a group of 12-15 people and starting from 1st of july 2012 from Delhi.We are trying to cover Kashmir valley,Lahul & Spiti and ofcourse entire ladakh.Its a dream tour for us and i have given the massive job to plan the entire tour.
After reading your all of the post i have planned to start from Srinagar.
DAY 1. JAMMU RAJHANI
DAY 2. JAMMU TO SRINAGAR night stay at Srinagar.
DAY 3,4.Explore Kashmir valley.
DAY 5. Srinagar to Kargil/Dras(?)[suggest me the better place for night stay]
DAY 6. Transfer to Leh.
DAY 7. ILP preparation and Leh sight seeing.
DAY 8. Tour to Nubra valley,night stay at DISKIT.
DAY 9. Visit Sumur,Panamik and start for PANGONG Tso through Wari la,night stay at Pangong Tso.[is it possible & how many km we have to travel for the day?]
DAY 10. Enjoy the Pangong Tso and start for Hanle on the way to Tso moriri.Night stay at Hanle.
DAY 11. Hanle to Tso Moriri,night stay there.
DAY 12. Start for Tso Kar and night stay there.
DAY 13. Finally start for Himachal on the way night stay at Jispa.
DAY 14,15,16 FOR ENTIRE LAHUL & SPITI….
1. Is it possible to move directly from Nubra to Pangong in one day bypassing Leh?
2.If we leave Rotang Pass & take Kunjum Pass to enter Spiti,can we miss the beauty of Leh to Manali journey,if so,how should we add that along with the entire Spiti.We can add 1 or 2 days for that.
Expecting your valuable comments for the dream tour…
Thanking you
BHASKAR
Hello Bhaskar,
You plan looks quite OK but I will add a few days more to really enjoy the beauty of Ladakh. Actually, you will be on road most of the time with least rest days as well as no buffer days. Few inputs that I will suggest -
Day 5 – You can stay at Kargil. If someone is strict Veg. then take the dinner (or drunch) at Drass only as Veg. food is hard to get in late hours at Kargil, as I know.
Day 9 – I guess it will be a very long day if you include Sumur and Panamik too. If you are OK with 13-14 Hrs ride then it can be done. I will suggest either add few days here or drop Changthang as of now. Also, You are looking for Nubra Valley + Pangong Tso + Tso Moriri via Changthang + Manali – Leh Highway in one go without any Petrol Pump to refuel the tank. This will mean you need to carry fuel for about 900 KMs as it might be possible that you will not find fuel at Diskit Petrol Pump in Nubra Valley. So, try avoid such a long journey without fuel and either add 3-4 days or skip Changthang.
Better will be to do -
Day 9 – Sumur, Panamilk – Tangste/Pangong Tso (if possible with daylight left)
Day 10 – Pangong Tso, whole day and overnight
Day 11 – Pangong Tso – Leh
Day 12 – Leh – Tso Moriri via Chumathang (This way you will need to carry the fuel at Leh/Upshi/Karu for just 550+ KMs circuit including Manali – Leh Highway)
Day 13 – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar – Moore Plains – Pang – Sarchu (No need to stay at Tso Kar visit it by leaving early from Tso Moriri on Day 12)
Day 14 – Sarchu – Jispa
Day 15 – Jispa – Udaipur – Triloknath Temple – Jispa (You are covering Lahaul here)
Day 16 – Jispa – Chandratal (you can spend time at Chandratal. Skip Spiti Valley as there is too much to see/explore in it and you do have much time.
Day 17 – Chandratal – Rohtang Pass – Manali
Day 18 – Manali – Delhi
Day 19 + Day 20 – Keep atleast two buffer days or more.
Now, there is trade-off between Kashmir Valley (covered in above plan but if excluded will save you two days), Changthang (dropped in above plan), Lahaul Valley (covered mostly in above plan), Spiti Valley (only Chandratal included). Make your choice and we can re-iterate the itinerary based on the choice. You have to choose little if you have less number of days and keep leftovers for your next visit.
I hope this helps. Please let me know for any doubts/queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Hi Dheeraj…
Firstly beg a pardon….since i forgot to say you HAPPY DIWALI…..so its BELATED HAPPY DIWALI.
NOW again thanks to you for your valuable advice.
Keeping the scarcity of fuel pump i am rescheduling the trip.Actually i am trying to avoiding Leh for second time and also there is a wish to visit the remote corner of Ladakh viz. HANLE.
would you plz suggest me the best place to stay at PANGONG Tso & Tso MORIRI…for Leh & Diskit i have got your HOTEL REVIEW and its also within our budget.
Lastly plz guide me about road condition either it will open or not on the 1st week of July and also about the rent of SUV type of car for the whole trip…..
Waiting for your reply….
Regards
BHASKAR
Hey Bhaskar,
Wishing you a very very Happy Diwali as well… Thanks for your wishes too.
Well, if you want to visit Changthang then I will advice you to drop Kashmir Valley that will save you two days for Changthang. It will be far better experience than Kashmir Valley in July. If you like to go with Changthang then we can re-iterate the itinerary. As I said, you can avoid Leh but I will advice you to got to Leh as it cut shorts the journey and give you time to relax as well as enjoy culture around Leh. It is a good experience too. Rather I will ssay plan the whole trip for Leh – Ladakh only to actually get the feel of the place and relax too with apt time to do justice for the place. I am sure it will be far far better than running to see many places, just concentrate on Ladakh because even one month is less to actually explore Leh – Ladakh. You will not be disappointed. The approximate cost for the taxi (hire Scorpio only as prices are all same) will be around 50-55K for the entire tour. Keep in mind that Kashmir taxi is not allowed to roam in Leh – Ladakh for sightseeing and vice – versa. Similarly, Leh – Ladakh taxi is not allowed for sightseeing in Himachal region and vice-versa.
Let me know what you finalize and I will edit the required itinerary. I hope this helps. Please let me know for any doubts/queries.
Regards
Dheeraj Sharma
Again its good to see your valuable and prompt reply.I will be very grateful to you if you kindly provide your mail id or mobile no[if there is no problem],so that i can reach to you very promptly……
Regards
BHASKAR
Bhaskar, I will mail you my contact number. Cheers!!
Thanks a lot, Dheeraj, for such a wonderful article and Application Form!
And also link to Srinagar – Leh Guide!
Looking forward to expert guidance on other issues also whenever needed!!
Thanks once again
Regards
PraKaant
Hey PraKaant, you are most welcome anytime
Feel free to throw up any queries you have.
I have prepared an itinerary that I wish to see in Leh but Can you suggest a good contact info who arrange jeep safari. I shall be leaving in Sep 2011
Hello Sheetal,
Well I am not sure what do you mean by jeep Safari. I guess you can arrange a taxi (Scorpio / Xylo types) comfortably yourself once you are in Leh from Leh taxi stand because booking anything from here would mean higher price and less discount. While once you reach Leh, you can go to Leh taxi stand directly talk to drivers and check the condition of vehicle and then bargain about 15-20% to what they quote as taxi union rates. Sepetmber being lean season for domestic tourist you may be able to get close to that 20% discount figure. I hope this helps.
If you like to go for some specialized jeep safaris then you can also contact the owner of Shanti Guest House who runs a travel agency as well and are well established too. The contact given below for Shanti Guest House and Tour Travels.
Phone: 0091-1982-253084/250023
Mobile: +91-94191 78760, 99069 82118, 94198 88833
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Dear Mr. Dheeraj,
Thanks for your input.
I am concerned about the comment of the tour operator that DC-Leh does not have power to issue permit for Hanle ! If it is so, who is the next higher authority – can you please arrange to provide me the communication-address of DC-Leh so that I can write to him directly in this regard?
I already mentioned the places on the way through which we can reach to Hanle, but still the tour operator refused to persue the ILP for Hanle and advised me to arrange by my own. Will there be any issue, if applicable ILP for the entire trip (except Hanle)is arranged by the tour operator and the Hanle part is arranged by myself ? We would be having 2 ILPS for the entire trip , in that case !
Last but not the least, unless I get any accommodation, it won’t be possible to be at Hanle – apart from the observatory guest house, I heard few local people also provide Homestay – do you have any contacts at Hanle or Leh who can help me in this aspect ?
Regards,
saugata
Hello Saugata,
I am wondering why he gave you such statement. It is only Leh DC who can give the permits for Hanle, no other authority as far as I know. Yes, it is true that ILP for Hanle is issued subject to the present political or border situation but they are in any case issued by Leh DC only. I will suggest that do not believe on what travel agents say because many of them don’t even know about the places of Changthang Valley and they fool tourists rather travelers interested in that part of Ladakh by giving such baseless statements. It is always better to get the inner line permits for Changthang yourself. Are you short on time? If no, then just spare 2-3 hours on the first day you visit Leh and get the permits made yourself. If you are short on time then you need to find some strong source who can get the permit for you. The travel agents or hotel staff may not be of much help in case of ILP for Changthang including Hanle, AFAIK.
Yes, there can be issues if you apply separate permits, I would suggest better not apply the permits twice within the same duration. If he has got the permits for the Changthang then just drop Hanle rather comprising the whole plan. I am quite sure that you will be able to get the permits for Hanle if you go in person to Leh DC office. I have read about and knew so many people who have visited Hanle by getting the permits from Leh DC office only. My friends mostly stayed at couple of home stays available there but you cannot book them any how. As far as accommodation for observatory guest house goes, the last update I got from my friend was they no longer entertain people who just land there and for booking the rest house you need to know someone in Indian Institute of Astrophysics, as told by him. Anyhow, you can check yourself by writing or calling at the below contact -
Indian Astronomical Observatory
Indian Institute of Astrophysics
Post Box No. 100, Leh-Ladakh 194 101 INDIA
Tel : 91 (01982) 252195, 253104
There is a PWD rest house as well along with some homestay options. I hope this helps. Let me know in case you have more queries or doubts.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Thanks a lot for the valuable information. I am going soon.
Hey Ravi, All the best for your trip.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Also, please make sure that you are not accompanied by any foreigner as ONLY Indians are allowed for permits for Changthang Valley (Man – Merak – Chusul – Hanle etc)
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
To Mahindar,
Its a very easy job to get ILM its takes only 1hr for whole procedure. People are very helpfull in Leh.
Dear Mr. Sharma,
Your information and the permit forms are extremely helpful for whom who would like to visit Ladakh (myself along with my wife & son of 10.5 yrs. in coming Oct’11). I have few specific queries regarding the ILP:
1. Can I arrange to get ILP in advance ? If yes, for how many days in advance the ILP is issued ?
2. Can I send all documents/request letter/at per cheque/draft from my place (Haldia, WB) to the DC office at Leh (or any other place in J&K) so as to get an ILP by post ?
3. We would like to follow the following route to go to Tsomoriri via Hanle from Pangong:
Tso Pangong-Man-Merak-Chusul-Dungti-Loma-Rhongo-Lekaru-Hanle (overnight stay) and Hanle-Lekaru-Rhongo-Loma-Nyoma-Mahe-Puga-Korzok/Tsomoriri(overnight stay)
I have contacted one tour operator at Leh for customising my entire trip to Ladakh starting from 04.10.11 upto 13.10.11. They informed me that although they would be arranging the ILP for the entire trip, but they would be unable to do so for going to Hanle since according to them Hanle is not a Tourists Area and it’s a restricted area. They won’t get it and also the DC does not have power to issue the permits for the Hanle.
Request you to guide me to get the permit for going to Hanle from Pangong and back to Tsomoriri.
4. Do you suggest any accommodation in Hanle? I came to know there are two G.H of PWD & Observatory – is there any way to book the same on 10.10.11 ?
Would be grateful on receipt of your reply.
Regards,
Saugata Mahindar
Hello Saugata,
As Amol said people are indeed very helpful in Leh and it will not take much time to get the permits. Once you reach Leh submit the entire set of documents which you can prepare before leaving for the trip using the article above and visit DC office in the morning, pay the respective fees and get the required permits within 10-15 minutes. If there will be rush the clerk will ask you to come after 2-3 hours within which you can book taxi, explore main market, Leh Palace etc. Please find my answer to your queries in respective order
1. Yes, you can get permits in advance by sending the details to some travel agent or hotel staff in Leh who can arrange permits for you for Tso Moriri, Pangong Tso, Nubra Valley, Dah Hanu, Batalik etc. i.e. most tourist places. Read reply 3 specific to you. The ILP is not issued in advance rather for the specific period when you are planning to travel in Ladakh.
2. No DC office do not offer permits in advance. It is rather some travel agent or hotel staff or any other known person in Leh who can get permits on your behalf after you send required documents mentioned above in the article. These travel agents.hotel staff charge about Rs 150 – 250 per person for arranging permits on your behalf. They will keep it ready for you before you reach Leh so that you are ready to move as soon as you reach.
3. Please keep in mind that in order to get the permits for Changthang Valley that is Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri via Chusul route you need to get the permits yourself. The hotel or travel agents mostly get those permits incorrectly resulting in deporting of travelers from some or the other army checkpost. So, get the permits yourself once you reach Leh. In order to visit this Man – Merak route you need to mention each and every place that comes on the way Spangmik – Man – Merak – Khaltse – Chusul – Tsaga La – Loma – Nyoma – Mahe – Sumdo – Tso Moriri and Hanle of course. The permit for Hanle is issued depending upon the present situation but generally the permit is issued AFAIK.
4. I guess these are the only place of accommodation I know is rest house of observatory. Currently, I have no idea how to book them, so sorry for that. Once, you reach Leh you can ask the hotel staff or I will search and catch any of my friend who have stayed there, if I can.
Also, please make sure that you are not accompanied by any foreigner as ONLY Indians are allowed for permits for Changthang Valley (Man – Merak – Chusul – Hanle etc)
I hope the this helps. Please let me know if you have any queries or doubts.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Hello Mahipal,
If you are traveling on your own car or taxi which has registration outside Himchal Pradesh then you will need permit to on Manali – Rohtang Pass road. If you are traveling on bike or using the public transport or shared taxis or taxis registered in Himchal Pradesh then you do not require any permits.More information is given on the link: Non – HP Vehicles Need Permit on Manali – Rohtang Pass Road
Of course being officer in Indian army I guess you may stay in your transit camps setup at many places on Manali – Leh Highway. Also, you may get any required assistance from your fellow army jawans as and when you require from them, I guess.
I hope this helps. Let me know incase you have any queries.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
im planning to go to Leh Via Manali- Rohtang pass.Can u just tell me whether I need to take any permit for entering Leh from Manali. Also does being an Indian Army Officer helps?
Hi Nitu,
1. You need to only fill Nubra Valley it will include the other palces as well. And for Pangong Tso you need to mention that onl. but for Tso Moriri and Tso Kar you need to mention both names.
2. Then you need to mention Agham, Shyok Village, Wari La as well else just mention Pangong Tso. No, they won’t object until the format of form is not changed anytime in future. Till date its the same form.
3. Zingzing Bar to Baralacha La is about 18KMs. No permit required. Present status is bad roads but open. For more details on the distance and altitudes on Manali – Lhe Highway refer the below link -
Places on Manali – Leh Highway | A Detailed Description
4. Although I have not been to Zanskar Valley but I guess you may not be able to do it in just two days. It would be hectic I feel as the roads are not so good in Zanskar which makes the progress slow. It takes about 10-12 Hrs for each side.
Let me know if you have any queries.
Regards,
Dheeraj
hello dheeraj, its nitu again with a bunch of questions regarding filling up permit application form at Leh.
Q.1 For Nubra valley i am going to fill up “Khardungla-Hunder-Turtuk-sumur-Panamik”, is it ok ?
Q2 If I want to do Pangong from hunder or panamik via shyok or via wari la subject to open the routes and availability of fuel at Diskit to cover 650/700 KM, what should i mention in app. form ?
otherwise, what should i mention in app. form to do via normal route of leh- karu-changla-pangong & back ?
i dont think they will object on downloaded and comp. filled form.
Q3 Baralacha la to Zingzing Bar- distance ? permit required? present status?
Q4 kargil-Padum, Padum Kargil 245+245 doable in two days? keeping in view we 4 are doing this on 4 REs.
thanks
Nitu…
Hello Harsh,
Yes, the updates you have got are reliable buddy and July 2nd is far away. Currently, petrol is being rationed at Tandi petrol pump since the fuel has not started to reach the place, I guess. Once the supply will start I guess the rationing will stop and before you are going we will surely have definitive updates on the same. So, you need not worry much.
Regards,
Dheeraj sharma
Hey dheeraj.vardhan again.do u have any update
Regarding petrol at tandi.bcm t have some blogs
Which say petrol is being rationed.2 lit per bike.
We r going on 2july.please let me no.
[...] Leh is the main town of Ladakh and acts as the base for every tourist or traveler. Generally, the people reach Leh town first, which is the most populated regions of the Ladakh district and then move on further with the exploration of this cold desert. There are plenty of hotels available in Leh town and tourists book the taxis, accommodation, adventurous activities like trekking, rafting from Leh town only. Changspa road along with Leh main bazaar tops the hot spots in Leh town. The DC office is also located in Leh town and is responsible for issuing the inner line permits to people visiting restricted regions of Ladakh along with other administration activities. Being on the International borders, one need Inner Line permits to visit various restricted places defined in the Ladakh region. You can get more details about Inner Line Permits and tips to speed up the processing of your permits on the following link: Inner Line Permits for Leh – Ladakh [...]
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Hi Ravi,
Thanks a lot for liking the info, I hope it helped you in getting information about the inner line permits for Ladakh. Do download the form and complete the formalities at home itself. Then in Leh it will save you much time from running up and down to photocopy shops. Well, yes you can refer the below link for the Ladakh itinerary covering Nubra Valley and Tso Moriri Lakes and the complete loop from Delhi – Srinagar – Leh – Manali – Delhi:
http://devilonwheels.com/index.php/leh-ladakh-sample-itinerary-2/
You may add one or two more days to cover the Pangong Tso lake as well in the above plan. Let me know incase you you want to fine tune it according to your needs. I would be happy to provide my inputs. Just let me know the days in hand with you.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
Hey liked ur info on this page . Do you have any travel itinerary to leh-Ladakh . I live in delhi and plan to hire a Royal enfiedl bike and travel by road to ladakh . can you let me know the best itinerary and suggests plans .
Thanks …
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Hi,
Great article! & truly appreciate the pdf ILP form, that certainly saves a lot of time. Thanks a lot again. Keep up the good work.
Cheers!
Kamlesh
Thanks alot Kamlesh. I am glad that you liked it and the information + the PDF form was useful to you. It will surely save much needed time over there. Using this PDF one need to just get it signed and pay the fees at DC office rather running up-down at photostat shop
Hello Amol,
I hope the information about Inner Line Permits for Leh – Ladakh was of use to you. Regarding hotels in Leh, we stayed in Hotel Chubi (09419242514/01982253456) near Changspa Road for one day and at at Shanti Guest House, Shanti Stupa Road (09419178760/01982253084) for 3 days. While former had nice garden and good food taste, the later had good room conditions. The dampness was less in the rooms of Shanti Guest House, plus the Shanti Stupa and Changspa Road were both very near to it. Changspa Road is very lively, especially in night and offer variety of cuisines. Most of the other hotels were booked and we didn’t get any accomodation other than these two. We wanted a decent and economic option of stay and guess Shanti Guest House served its purpose to the best. You can always walk down to Changspa Road if you want much tastier food though.
We also checked Hotel Asia on Changspa Road (09622958260,01982253403) which had decent rooms though only rooms with shared toilets were available at our time. Hence, we didn’t stay over there. There are other options too but I didn’t checked them so can’t much comment although if I required I can provide contacts of some other Hotels in Leh as well. I am not sure about your budget but there are other luxury hotels in Leh too, which offers far more comfort but they charge handsome too
Let me know in case you need more info.
Regards,
Dheeraj Sharma
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Thanks a lot. Could you please suggest me the good hotel in Leh, we are around 10 people?
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