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Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir → Leh, Ladakh

Srinagar to Leh

Hard#3 in India1.9k votes
Distance
420 km
Duration
2 Days
Best time
Jun – Sep
Highest point
3,528 m

The other road to Leh — and the older one. Poplar-lined Kashmir, the grind of Zoji La, the brown hush of Kargil, then the Indus opening into Ladakh. Softer than Manali, and no less of a crossing.

Top highlights

  • High altitude3,528 m
  • Zoji LaThe wall between Kashmir and Ladakh.
  • DrassOne of the coldest inhabited places in India.
  • Road qualityNH1 is mostly two-lane and well kept in season. Zoji La can be one-way and chaotic. Snow and army convoys close the pass without much warning.
  • PermitsInner Line Permit for Ladakh. Carry ID at every army checkpost.
  • Best timeJun – Sep

Recommended itinerary

  1. Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir

    Start

  2. Zoji La

    95 km

  3. Drass

    140 km

  4. Kargil

    205 km

  5. Leh, Ladakh

    End · 420 km

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