Leh Ladakh is one of the most road trip destinations in the world, with over 10,000 kilometres of off-pavement roads linking the region to other remote areas of Ladakh. These paved roads are home to some of the best mountain biking trails in India, leading to some of the highest peaks in the Himalayan range. Most people who go to the Ladakh trip head out to Ladakh to sightsee. But the best way to experience this stunning region is to take it slow or book a Ladakh tour package, which will take you all around. And the best way to do that is to start your journey by road.
All you need to do is get your cars out of your garage or rent out a car and start the road trip of your life or you can easily book a Ladakh group tour through Capture A Trip. With this trip, you will enjoy the luxury of staying in the warm, dry surroundings of Leh’s cosy hotels. The weather in Leh is now one of the most voluminous reasons for travellers across the globe to choose Leh as their destination. The roads in and around Ladakh need your full attention every time you step outside your house.
Be sure to mind the wheel well in front of you, watch your blind spots, and give yourself time to recover if you start to feel out of your depth. If possible, have a 4x4 or SUV to yourself, as it won't be essential to have a big car in a rough terrain. There are various routes you can take for your road trip to Ladakh.
Manali-Leh
- The Leh-Manali-Leh Highway or commonly known as LML is a 490-kilometre-long highway. It starts at Manali in Himachal Pradesh and ends at Leh by crossing the Indus River.
- While crossing the Leh-Manali highway, you will have can choose to go via Atal Tunell or Rohtang Pass.
- You will cross Baralacha La Pass, a pass located in the border of Lahaul Valley, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh to enter Ladakh.
Total Distance- 490 kms
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Srinagar - Leh
- This adventure is a 2-day trip from Srinagar in the Kashmir valley to Leh in the Ladakh in northern India. On the journey you will visit beautiful villages, war memorials and the Himalayan valleys and monasteries.
- No matter how packed the roads are, the vehicles in the nation of Ladakh are always on the go. The distances are big, but the roads are narrow, and the altitude is high, so the experience is open to drivers who are confident.
Total Distance- 440 Kms.
Note- Please note that the highway usually opens In May and closes by the starting of November, depending on the snow.
Leh Ladakh has a higher-than-average elevation in a mountainous region in Eastern India. The weather in Leh is highly unpredictable and changes every now and then. Hence, rather than stuffing your bags only with woollen clothes, you should think of packing down some down jackets to keep warm when the temperature drops.
The higher you drive, there are more chances of you suffering from high-altitude sickness, hence there are a few things that can help you avoid the sickness.
- Stay Hydrated all along the trip
- Do not drink or smoke during your trip
- Do not take any medicine until you feel severe problems
- Do not stay under direct sun as it can burn your skin and make you dehydrated
- Take small steps to avoid dizziness
- Eat a balanced diet food. Large intake of carbs is recommended
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