Manali to Leh

meetjoeblack

Hi, I and my wife are planning a trip to Leh Via Manali in Aug 2008. I have some questions

1. How safe is the travel from Leh to Manali via state transport buses?
2. What care do I need to take in terms of AMS while going by road?
3. Do direct buses exist from Manali - leh? How is the quality?
4. How much do they charge for 1 person?

Thanks and regards,

Joe

shahronakm

Joe, Welcome to Indiamike. Loads of info. about your topics on this site. Check out threads in Ladakh & Zanskar forum
http://www.indiamike.com/india/ladakh-and-zanskar-f31/

Ronak.

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vistet

1.Buses are in so-so condition , drivers are very good. (With the jeeps you get the reverse condition)
2.Make a stop in Keylong , don´t make a stop in Sarchu.More detailed answer here : Sleepless in Sarchu : Tweaking the Manali-Leh Highway
3.HPTDC buses make a stop in Keylong, next day Leh. Jeeps go directly to Leh , around 20 hrs - but this involves the risk of severe altitude sickness if you get snagged anywhere between Darcha and Upshi, all 4000-5300.

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The_Wanderer

HPTDC buses are fine.
Charges around Rs. 1600/-. including a night stay at Keylong, dinner and breakfast.

FaiyazSultan

This is one of the best options any one could have, i agree with Wanderer on this one.

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meetjoeblack

Hi, I and my ife are planning a trip to Leh Via manali in Aug-Sep. The plan is as follows

Day 1 satrt from Pune Via train to Delhi
Day 2 reach Delhi morning and start from Delhi to Manali eveving
Day 3 Reach Manali Morning, Spend in Manali
Day 4 Start from Manali Morning via HPTDC bus, Halt at Keylong
Day 5 Start from Keylong, Reach Leh evening

Some Questions
1. Do you think I should tweak the plan to recduce AMS?, Please comment on the plan.

1. How much does it cost for a decent hotel in Delhi for a couple? It should not be too great, neither shady either. Suggest Hotels.

2. How much does it cost for a decent hotel in Manali for a couple in aug-sep.

3. Can you suggest how many days should I spend in Leh to enjoy it? Some bench mark. I know it will always be less but if I intend to visit famous places.

5. How should I travel between Leh and other tourist places in Ladakh? What will be the cost?

6. What mode should i prefer to stay in Leh? Hotels or Guest Houses? suggest please...

Any body interested to join me during this time is welcome.

Thanks,

Joe

FaiyazSultan

Please check this thread : Trip to Leh Via manali-Need advice