13 days in Manali & Ladakh Itinerary

People visit Manali for a number of reasons, but all of them revolve around the landscape.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hampta and Chanderkhani Pass. Popular historic sites such as Hidimba Devi Temple and Himalaya Nyingmapa Buddhist Temple are in your itinerary. Step out of Manali to go to Haripur and see The Himalayan Trout Fish Farm, which is approximately 46 minutes away. The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at International Roerich Memorial Trust, appreciate the views at Solang Valley, contemplate the waterfront views at Beas River, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Manali holiday maker app .

Bengaluru to Manali is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and taxi; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can drive to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

The Little Paradise and Hall of Fame will appeal to museum buffs. Shanti Stupa and Alchi Choskor Monastery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Leh: Alchi Monastary (in Alchi) and Hemis (Hemis Monastery & Kloster Hemis). And it doesn't end there: gain a rich perspective with a tour of cultural highlights, cruise along Khardung La, look for all kinds of wild species at Donkey Sanctuary, and admire the striking features of Stakna Monastery.

For traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Leh trip planner .

Traveling by car from Manali to Leh takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.