Private Zanskar Tour Phugtal Baralacha La 8D

Highlights

Your own private vehicle through one of India's rawest Himalayan routes. No group, no shared schedule, no adjusting to strangers
Cross Shinku La into Zanskar, witness Gonbo Rangjon, walk towards Phugtal Monastery, explore Padum, and drive towards Drang Drung Glacier and Baralacha La
You set the pace. Want to spend an extra hour at Gonbo Rangjon for photos? You can. Want to leave early from Padum? Your call
Choose your start point: Delhi, Chandigarh, or Manali. Choose your stay style: camps and homestays or comfort upgrade where available
Cover Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, and Baralacha La on the return through Lahaul (condition based)
For couples, families, and small groups who want Zanskar without joining a group departure

Package Options

Start & End Point (required)

Stay Category

StandardPremium

Vehicle Type

Private CabPrivate 4x4

Itinerary

Your Zanskar journey begins. Start the overnight journey towards Manali by Volvo, shared transfer, or private vehicle depending on your package. For Manali start guests, the trip begins from Day 2. Rest well. The mountains start tomorrow.

Start Overnight Journey Towards Manali (Volvo, Shared Transfer, or Private Vehicle as Per Package)

20:00 – 21:00

Delhi / Chandigarh

Overnight Journey to Manali

21:00 – 07:00

En Route to Manali

Inclusions

Private vehicle for the complete trip as per selected start point and group size (SUV, Innova, Scorpio, Crysta, or Tempo Traveller)
5 nights stay in camps, homestays, guesthouses, or hotels depending on selected stay category and availability: Manali (1N), Purne/Kargyak/Gonbo Rangjon side (1N), Padum (2N), Jispa/Keylong (1N)
5 breakfasts (Day 3 to Day 7) and 5 dinners (Day 2 to Day 6)
Experienced mountain terrain driver
Phugtal Monastery visit with walk from the last motorable point
Padum and nearby sightseeing: Karsha Monastery, Stongdey, Zangla Palace, Sani, Rangdum side, or Sheela Waterfall (covered based on time and conditions)
Pensi La and Drang Drung Glacier excursion (condition based)
Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, and Baralacha La sightseeing on return (condition based)
Basic first aid support and oxygen cylinder in the vehicle (chargeable only if used)
Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, and parking
Route planning, stay coordination, and Travel Coffee on ground support
All taxes included

Exclusions

Lunches (eat at local dhabas along the route)
Meals during Volvo or shared transfer journey if applicable
Snacks, chai, water, tips, and personal shopping
Entry tickets, monastery fees, and camera charges
Room heater charges
Travel insurance (strongly recommended for remote high altitude travel)
Medical or evacuation expenses
Any extra costs due to roadblocks, landslides, snowfall, or route diversions
Anything not listed in the Inclusions

Your Trip in a Nutshell

Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Start / End Point: Delhi
Stay: Manali (1N) • Purne / Kargyak / Gonbo Rangjon Side (1N) • Padum (2N) • Jispa / Keylong (1N) • Overnight Journey (2N)
Meals: 5 breakfasts (Day 3 to Day 7) and 5 dinners (Day 2 to Day 6)

Main Highlight: Private Zanskar road trip with your own vehicle covering Shinku La, Gonbo Rangjon, Phugtal Monastery, Padum, Drang Drung Glacier, Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, and Baralacha La at your own pace
Best Season: June to September
Ideal For: Couples, families, friends, photographers, and private groups who want Zanskar with more privacy, flexibility, and comfort options

Know Before You Go

This is a private tour but Zanskar is still raw. The roads are rough, the stays are simple in remote areas, and the network disappears for long stretches. The privacy and flexibility are yours but the terrain remains the same
Vehicle depends on your group size and package. It could be an SUV, Innova, Scorpio, Crysta, or Tempo Traveller. The team recommends the best option based on road conditions and comfort
For Delhi and Chandigarh start points, the Delhi or Chandigarh to Manali leg can be by Volvo, shared transfer, or private vehicle depending on your package and budget
Stays in remote areas like Purne, Kargyak, and Gonbo Rangjon side will be camps, homestays, or basic guesthouses regardless of your stay preference. Comfort upgrades are possible in Manali, Jispa, Keylong, and Padum where better properties exist
Shinku La, Baralacha La, Pensi La, Drang Drung Glacier, Suraj Tal, and Deepak Tal are all condition based. Covered only if the road is open and safe
Phugtal Monastery requires walking from the last motorable point. Be comfortable with 1 to 2 hours of walking on mountain trails
Network is weak or gone in most of Zanskar. Carry cash, power bank, and inform your family before entering remote sections
If you have serious health concerns, consult your doctor before booking any high altitude trip

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private trip or a group trip?

Fully private. You travel with your own people in your own vehicle. No group, no shared schedule, no strangers.

What are the pricing options?

Depends on start point, group size, vehicle, and stay category. Starting from Rs 29,999 per person for Manali to Manali. Chandigarh to Chandigarh from Rs 34,999. Delhi to Delhi from Rs 36,999. Final price customised based on your requirements.

What vehicle will I get?

Depends on your group size and budget. Options include SUV, Innova, Scorpio, Crysta, or Tempo Traveller. The team recommends the best vehicle based on road conditions, comfort, and number of travellers.

Can I start from Chandigarh or Manali instead of Delhi?

Yes. You can start from Delhi, Chandigarh, or Manali. Pricing changes based on start point. Manali to Manali is the most cost effective. Delhi to Delhi is the most complete.

What kind of stays are included?

Default stays are camps, homestays, and guesthouses. In Manali, Jispa, Keylong, and Padum, comfort upgrades to better hotels or entry level 3 star stays are possible if available. In remote areas like Purne, Kargyak, and Gonbo Rangjon side, camps and homestays are the only realistic option regardless of budget.

Can I get 3 star hotels throughout?

No. Zanskar is remote. Better stays are possible in Manali, Jispa, Keylong, and Padum. But some nights will be in camps, homestays, or basic guesthouses because of the location. That is the reality of Zanskar travel.

Is this good for couples?

One of the best ways for couples to experience Zanskar. Private vehicle, your own pace, no group dynamics, and the flexibility to stop wherever the view calls you.

Is this good for families?

Yes, for adventure friendly families comfortable with long drives, basic stays in remote areas, and high altitude. For families with elderly members or young kids, discuss with the team to adjust the pace.

Is Phugtal Monastery included?

Yes. You walk towards Phugtal from the last motorable point. Be comfortable with 1 to 2 hours of walking on mountain trails.

Are the passes and lakes guaranteed?

Shinku La, Baralacha La, Pensi La, Drang Drung Glacier, Suraj Tal, and Deepak Tal are all condition based. Covered only if the road is open and safe.

What meals are included?

5 breakfasts (Day 3 to Day 7) and 5 dinners (Day 2 to Day 6). That is 10 meals. Lunches are on you.

How is this different from the group Zanskar tour?

Same route. The group tour at Rs 20,999 gives you shared transport and a fixed group schedule. This private tour gives you your own vehicle, your own pace, flexible timing, and the option to upgrade stays. Same Zanskar, completely different experience.

Mobile network and ATMs?

Weak or gone in most of Zanskar. Carry cash, power bank, and inform your family before entering remote sections.

Best time?

June to September depending on road conditions. Shinku La and the Zanskar road need to be open for this route.