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12N/13D The Ultimate Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh Grand Expedition - The Definitive J&K and Ladakh Master Tour

12 nights · 13 days Adventure Jammu and Kashmir India Swift Dzire NAC

The Definitive J&K and Ladakh Master Tour. Stay plan: Katra (2N) – Srinagar (3N) – Pahalgam (2N) – Gulmarg (2N) – Leh (3N). Arrive Jammu, depart Leh.

Day by day

Distances and drive times are the ones our own drivers record, not map estimates.

  1. 1
    Day 1

    Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Katra

    Arrive at airport / railway station (Jammu/Srinagar/Leh/Delhi). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Katra. Check in at hotel/houseboat/camp. Sacred base camp for the holy pilgrimage of Mata Vaishno Devi shrine nestled in the Trikuta Mountains. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Katra.

    Overnight Katra Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  2. 2
    Day 2

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Katra

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Katra. Sacred base camp for the holy pilgrimage of Mata Vaishno Devi shrine nestled in the Trikuta Mountains. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Katra.

    Overnight Katra Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  3. 3
    Day 3

    Katra to Srinagar High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Srinagar through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Srinagar and check in at hotel/camp. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Overnight stay in Srinagar.

    Overnight Srinagar Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  4. 4
    Day 4

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Srinagar

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Srinagar. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

    Overnight Srinagar Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  5. 5
    Day 5

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Srinagar

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Srinagar. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

    Overnight Srinagar Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  6. 6
    Day 6

    Srinagar to Pahalgam High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Pahalgam through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Pahalgam and check in at hotel/camp. Valley of Shepherds along Lidder River: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Chandanwari (Amarnath Yatra base), and pristine pine woods. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

    Overnight Pahalgam Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  7. 7
    Day 7

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Pahalgam

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Pahalgam. Valley of Shepherds along Lidder River: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Chandanwari (Amarnath Yatra base), and pristine pine woods. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

    Overnight Pahalgam Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  8. 8
    Day 8

    Pahalgam to Gulmarg High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Gulmarg through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Gulmarg and check in at hotel/camp. Meadow of Flowers: World's second highest operating cable car (Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak), alpine skiing, and strawberry fields. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.

    Overnight Gulmarg Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  9. 9
    Day 9

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Gulmarg

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Gulmarg. Meadow of Flowers: World's second highest operating cable car (Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak), alpine skiing, and strawberry fields. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.

    Overnight Gulmarg Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  10. 10
    Day 10

    Gulmarg to Leh High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

    Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Leh through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Leh and check in at hotel/camp. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Overnight stay in Leh.

    Overnight Leh Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  11. 11
    Day 11

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Leh

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Leh. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Leh.

    Overnight Leh Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  12. 12
    Day 12

    Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Leh

    Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Leh. Capital of Ladakh at 11,500 ft: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Hall of Fame, and bustling Leh Main Bazaar. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Leh.

    Overnight Leh Meals Breakfast & Dinner
  13. 13
    Day 13

    Leh - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure

    Post breakfast and morning mountain views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping and proceed on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

    Meals Breakfast

Where you sleep

We name every property before you pay — not “4-star or similar” afterwards.

StopNightsHotels at each grade
Katra 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Srinagar 3 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Pahalgam 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Gulmarg 2 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium
Leh 3 Standard · Deluxe · Luxury · Premium

The named properties for each grade go out with your quotation, so you can look every one of them up before anything is paid. Ask for the hotel list →

What the price covers

Printed together on purpose. A list of inclusions without its exclusions is a quote you cannot check.

Included

  • Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts/houseboats/camps on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
  • Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
  • Private exclusive AC/Heating Vehicle (Sedan / Innova SUV / Tempo Traveller / Non-AC Xylo/Innova for Ladakh interior sectors) for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary.
  • Leh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) environmental permits, wildlife fees, and Inner Line Permits for restricted Ladakh border sectors.
  • Shikara ride on Dal Lake for 1 hour in Srinagar.
  • All driver allowances, toll taxes, state/inter-state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
  • 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated J&K / Ladakh destination desk support.

Not included

  • Airfare or Train tickets to/from Srinagar / Jammu / Leh / Delhi.
  • Mata Vaishno Devi helicopter tickets, battery car, pony, or palanquin charges at Katra.
  • Gulmarg Gondola cable car tickets (Phase 1 & Phase 2), pony rides, or local union cab charges for Nubra / Pangong / Tso Moriri if union vehicle rules apply.
  • Entry fees to monasteries, museums, national parks, wildlife sanctuary fees, or adventure sports.
  • Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
  • Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
  • GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
  • Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks at Zojila/Khardung La, flight cancellations, or extreme weather conditions.

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